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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 12/21/2021 PUBLIC HEARING December 21, 2021 Present: Matt Scherr Chairman Jeanne McQueeney Commissioner Kathy Chandler-Henry 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: Commissioner Updates Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that last week she attended the Colorado River Water User Association meeting in Las Vegas to discuss the Colorado River. They discussed decision making under deep uncertainty and how to look at forecasting for the Colorado River. Chairman Scherr spoke briefly about the current state of affairs related to COVID. He highlighted a Vail Daily article that talked about the current state of affairs as far as the pandemic went. The article highlighted being healthy by eating well, exercising,being happy and grateful. County Manager Updates Jeff Scroll spoke about the significant spike in COVID within the last three days and turned it over to Heath Harmon for a Public Health update. Heath Harmon, Eagle County Public Health Director, spoke about the recent spike and the vaccines being helpful towards the spread of infection. The positivity rate was at 30%. The key was providing increased testing, and a rapid response team to help insure that the community had access to booster shots. Additional resources were being provided at Vail Health. He provided a resource link for those in the community seeking information related to testing,vaccines,and resources. He believed that masking was an additional layer of protection. Commissioner McQueeney encouraged people to limit group sizes during the holidays, social distance,get vaccinated, and wear a mask moving into the holidays. Chairman Scherr believed that health care capacity was the greatest concern at this time. Consent Agenda 1. Agreement between Eagle County and Kaleidoscope Group for Equity Diversity and Inclusion Consultation Services Megan Burch 2. Agreement for Professional Services Between Eagle County and Masabi for Mobile Fares on ECO Transit Lance Trujillo 1 12/21/2021 3. Agreement for Services between Eagle County and Contech Engineered Solutions LLC-Gypsum Creek Bridge Design,Fabrication and Delivery Rickie Davies,Engineering 4. Agreement Between Roaring Fork School District and Eagle County for School Mental Health Counselor Funding Mandy Ivanov,Public Health&Environment 5. Agreement for Professional Services Between Eagle County and Eagle Valley Hope Center for School Based Clinicians Joan Dieter, Public Health&Environment 6. 2022 Authorization to Bind Insurance Coverage Abby Dallmann,Finance Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the Consent Agenda for December 21, 2021, as presented. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Constituent Input Chairman Scherr opened public comment. Kris Miller shared Christmans wishes. Joy Harrison,Eagle resident, spoke. She had been attending the meetings virtually and was distraught by the animosity and anger being directed at the commissioners and Public Health Department. She spoke in support of their decision making to keep Eagle County healthy and safe. Eagle County had lost fewer lives than any comparable county in the nation. The board's approach had protected the community. She was grateful for their leadership and all they were doing to protect the community. Gail Flesher, Edwards resident, spoke. She thanked the commissioners and Heath Harrmon for keeping the best interest of the community as a whole at the top of their agenda. She believed that they had followed the science and protected the most vulnerable in the community. Chairman Scherr closed public comment and spoke about the challenges. He understood that there were disagreements and appreciated everyone's perspective and approach. The board was simply trying to make the best decisions for the community. Business Item(s) 1. Certification of Levies and Revenue for Budget year 2022 Jill Klosterman,Finance Executive Summary: Adoption of the 2022 Eagle County Government Mill Leview Anna Earl presented a powerpoint that highlights the certification and allocation process. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to certify the levies and revenue for budget year 2022. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 2 12/21/2021 Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners and reconvene as the Eagle County Housing Air Terminal Authority. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. Eagle County Air Terminal Authority 1. Second Amendment to Agreement between Eagle County Airport Terminal(ECAT)and HyMountain Transportation Inc Jodi Doney,Airport Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the second amendment to the agreement between Eagle County Airport Terminal and HyMountain Transportation Inc. Jill Klosgerman seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Commissioner McQueeney moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Air Terminal Authority and reconvene as the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous Work Session(s) - Eagle County Room 1. ECO Trails Program Update 2. 1. Legislative Policy Document Review Fair and Rodeo Advisory Council Candidate Meet & Greet - Holy Cross Room 1. Christine Albertson-Fair and Rodeo Advisory Council Candidate Meet&Greet Colorado State University Extension Community Needs Assessment Glenda Wentworth 4.o E* co GlE G There being no further business 3 ee � o- d, the meeting was adjourned until January 4, 2021. \C.9LORP,Q Attes • C erk to the Board Ch an 3 12/21/2021