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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes 05/05/20 PUBLIC HEARING May 5, 2020 Present: Kathy Chandler-Henry Chairman Matt Scherr Commissioner Jeanne McQueeney Commissioner Jeff Shroll County Manager Kathy Scriver Deputy Clerk to the Board This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County Commissioners for their consideration: COVID-19 Update Birch Barron, Eagle County Emergency Manager provided an update on COVID. The state started allowing exemptions to the state public health order; as such the county was working towards requesting an exemption based on the disease trends and the county's ability to handle the crisis locally. The trend indicated that there was a downward trend in confirmed cases. It was important to note that the disease was not gone. There were still positive cases, and he expected this would continue through the summer. The trend needed to continue in order to proceed to the next step. The next phase would be determined by the spread and the current phase. He urged the community take safe steps forward. Chairman Chandler-Henry asked about the Public Health policy regarding face coverings. Mr. Barron stated that physical distancing was by far most effective. Masks were a helpful form of protective equipment. The county strongly encouraged mask use when indoors,public places, during social activities and/or when physical distancing was not possible. Commissioner Updates Commissioner McQueeney reminded everyone that it was Teacher Appreciation Week. There were a lot of people stepping up to be teachers these days. It might be a good opportunity to support local business to appreciate the teachers in your student's life. Commissioner Scherr gave a shout out to everyone of Mexican heritage and reminded everyone it was Cinco de Mayo. He also reminded everyone the importance of taking a moment to fill out the 2020 Census. Chairman Chandler-Henry stated that today was Giving Tuesday, a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. It was an opportunity for everyone to interact with the local non-profits and to help families in need. If anyone had something to share,today was a great day to do it. County Manager Updates Jeff Shroll gave a shout out to the Vail Valley Foundation for setting up opportunities to give and match donations. He also acknowledged the Aspen Community Foundation which was looking at recovery issues from Aspen to Parachute. Eagle County was listening to local businesses from every walk of life and every industry affected by COVID-19. He asked that people continue to send ideas, concepts, and comments. The county was looking at economic recovery on a daily basis with a rock solid team. 1 05/05/2020 Consent Agenda 1. Resolution 2020-038 Concerning Appointments to the Eagle County Regional Transportation Authority Board Claire Wilson,ECO Transit 2. Revision to Third Amendment to Agreement Between Eagle County and Jviation for De-Ice Pad at Airport to Add Additional Services and Associated Fees Josh Miller,Project Management 3. Modification of Grant or Agreement-Road Project Agreement No. 3 Between Eagle County and The USDA,White River National Forest for Magnesium Chloride Haul and Placement Nicole Trujillo,Road&Bridge 4. Assignment of Airport Facilities Lease-Hanger Lease from Mike Lederhouse to Fred Pool David Reid,Airport 5. Amended and Restated Airport Facilities Lease-Hanger Lease with Fred Pool David Reid,Airport 6. Haymeadow Right of Way-Town of Eagle Beth Oliver, Attorney's Office 7. March 2020 Payment Report Jill Klosterman,Finance Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the Consent Agenda for May 5, 2020, as presented. Commissioner Scherr seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Constituent Input Chairman Chandler-Henry opened and closed constituent input, as there was none. Business Items 1. The Board of County Commissioners will meet as necessary to review and take action on any issues related to the COVID-19 Local Disaster Emergency. Chairman Chandler-Henry stated that there was nothing to approve. Discussions - Holy Cross Room/Virtual 1. COVID-19 Daily Topics and Discussion 2. Economic Recovery Planning with Community Builders 2 05/05/2020 Planning File - Eagle County Room 1. Tabling of ZS-009001-2019 Walking Mountains Science Center- Sweetwater Campus Kris Valdez, Community Development Executive Summary: The applicant requests approval for a resort recreational facility on the property located at 776 Sweetwater Road. The proposal consists of year-round day and overnight camps as well as up to two special events each year with up to 300 attendees. The camp and special events would be operated by Walking Mountains Science School.The file must be tabled due to COVID-19. Morgan Beryl, Community Development Director, stated that there were a lot of discussions regarding the type of structures on the property. The applicant was actively working on the issues. The file was approved by the Planning Commission, but the applicant was requesting a tabling until June 9, 2020. Commissioner Scherr moved to table file no. ZS-009001-2019 Walking Mountains Science Center— Sweetwater Campus to June 9, 2020. Conunissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Work Session - Holy Cross Room/Virtual 1. Early Childhood Update z..i..._, 0:EA7 .S.0 There bei ..no further business br,, , , --.!... ,t‘ the meeting : as adjourned until May 12, 21 0. Attest. _ 4111111111fr \ oc: o: ID° / et,.t. / .4!Af i ilif Al OA.i......t..... / C rk te/ e Board C airmt t 3 05/05/2020