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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR24-004 Adoption of the Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 DocuSign Envelope ID:D13FD277-4097-40E6-A165-AF00226F85FD
Commissioner scherr moved adoption
Of the following Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2024- 004
RE THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET AND
THE MAKING OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF
COLORADO, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024.
WHEREAS, C.R.S. §29-1-103, as amended, requires the Board of County
Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado (hereinafter the "Board"), to adopt a
budget setting forth the expenditures of the various county offices, departments,boards,
commissions, and other spending agencies for fiscal year 2024,beginning January 1, 2024, and
ending December 31, 2024; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget for the County of Eagle was
held December 18, 2023; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to public notice duly published in accordance with C.R.S. §29-1-
106, as amended, the proposed 2024 budget for the County of Eagle has continuously been open
for public inspection from October 13, 2023; a public hearing was held December 18, 2023,
before the Board to consider the adoption of the subject 2024 proposed budget; and interested
taxpayers were and have continuously been given the opportunity to file or register any
objections to the subject proposed 2024 budget; and
WHEREAS, the Board has made provisions within the 2024 budget for the County of
Eagle for revenues including unappropriated fund balances in an amount equal to or greater than
the total proposed expenditures set forth within the subject 2024 budget; and
WHEREAS, C.R.S. §29-1-108 (2) requires the Board to enact a resolution making
appropriations for fiscal year 2024 in accordance with the adopted 2024 budget for the County of
Eagle; and
WHEREAS, all legal requirements have been fully complied with and performed in the
premises.
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO:
THAT, the total amount of Two Hundred and Eighty Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty
Six Thousand, Four Hundred and Twenty Five dollars ($280,756,425) is the amount of the
proposed revenues, including unappropriated fund balance, and expenditures for the County of
Eagle, State of Colorado, fiscal year 2024.
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THAT, the Board hereby adopts as the budget of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado,
for the 2024 fiscal year the 2024 proposed budget considered and approved, with any
amendments so noted, by the Board on December 18, 2023 and January 9, 2024, in the total
aforesaid amount of Two Hundred and Eighty Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand,
Four Hundred and Twenty Five dollars ($280,756,425) for the specific purposes, functions,
restrictions and amounts identified during the various public budget meetings/hearings referred
to hereinabove, and the various working documents associated therewith, including specifically
Board approval as shown on the budget system printout dated January 9, 2024.
THAT,the Board hereby appropriates to the various county funds, and for the various
county offices, departments, commissions,boards, and other spending agencies, the following
amounts for the specific purposes, functions, restrictions and amounts identified in the adopted
2024 budget for the County of Eagle and associated working documents, and during the various
public budget meetings/hearing referred to hereinabove:
General Fund: S 80,180,635
Special Revenue Funds:
Road and Bridge Fund S 13,257,711
Human Services Fund S 10,602,698
Offsite Road Improvements Fund $ 11,900
EGO Transit Fund $ 17,133,808
ECO Trails Fund S 2,319,510
Airport Fund S 15,361,166
Conservation Trust Fund $ 177.500
800 MHz Fund S 549,313
Emergency Reserve(TABOR)Fund $ -
Public Health Fund S 7,143,793
Mental Health Fund S 830,500
Housing Loan Fund S 150,000
Housing Operations Fund S 2,619,410
Workforce Housing Rentals Fund $ 522,240
Open Space Fund $ 3,072,760
Lodging Tax Fund S 3,730,200
Capital Improvements Fund S 35,248,947
Enterprise Funds:
Landfill Fund $ 4,146,262
Internal Service Funds:
Fleet Fund S 10,084,059
Property and Casualty Insurance Fund S 1,597,384
Health Insurance Fund S. 13,130,636
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Blended Component Units:
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority $ 47,199,424
The Valley Home Store S 346,600
Seniors on Broadway II S 115,601
Colorado Mountain College Bnititi„g 2 tS 261,664
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation $ 9,009,868
Custodial Fund
Public Trustee S 76,710
Discretely Presented Component Units:
E911 Authority $ 1,566,798
Golden Eagle Elderly Homing Corporation S 309,328
Total Appropriations for all Eagle County Funds $ 280,756,425
THAT,pursuant to C.R.S. §29-1-113, the Eagle County Budget Administrator, is hereby
requested and directed to immediately transmit a copy of this Resolution to the officer or
employee of the County of Eagle whose duty it is to draw warrants or orders for the payment of
money.
THAT, pursuant to C.R.S. §29-1-113, the Eagle County Budget Administrator, is hereby
further requested and directed to file an original or certified copy of this Resolution with the
Division of Local Governments in the Department of Local Affairs.
THAT, the adopted 2024 budget and the 2024 appropriations made as set forth in this
Resolution are to be read as one comprehensive and integrated document. In no event shall a
county office, department, commission, board, or spending agency expend or contract to expend
any money; or incur any liability; or enter into any contract which, by its terms, involves the
expenditure of money for any purpose for which provision is made in this Resolution, associated
working documents and the related public budget meetings/hearings, which is in excess of the
amounts appropriated in this Resolution for such office, department, commission, board or other
spending agency, and/or purpose; nor which involves the expenditure of money inconsistent with
the purposes, functions, restrictions, clarifications and/or specified monetary amounts as detailed
and set forth within this Resolution, associated working documents and the related public budget
meetings/hearings; nor which involves the expenditure of money for any purpose which is not
identified within the aforementioned; unless prior to such expenditure the county office,
department, commission,board or spending agency has presented the same to the Board, and the
Board duly approves such expenditure in accordance with applicable law.
THAT, the Board hereby declares to be the legislative intent that the several provisions
of this Resolution shall be severable, in accordance with the provisions set forth below:
If any provision of this Resolution is declared to be invalid by a decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction, it is hereby declared to be the legislative intent that:
a. The effect of such decision shall be limited to that provision or provisions which
are expressly stated in the decision to be invalid; and
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b. Such decision shall not affect, impair, or nullify this Resolution as a whole or any
other part thereof, but the rest of this Resolution shall continue in full force and effect.
THAT, this Resolution is necessary for the public health, safety and welfare of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the 9th day of January,
2024.
DocuSigned by:
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Jeanne McQueeney
Commissioner
Commissioner McQueeney seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll
having been called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Chandler-Henry Aye
Commissioner Scherr Aye
Commissioner McQueeney Aye
This Resolution passed by 3/0 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado. _
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Administration
Jeff Shroll
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970-328-8607
jeff.shroll@eaglecounty.us
www.eaglecounty.us
EACLE COUNT'
MEMO
To: Eagle County Board of Commissioners
From: Jeff Shroll, Budget Officer
Date: January 9, 2024
Re: 2024 Adopted Budget
This memo will serve to outline the differences between the 2024 Eagle County Government
Budget presented to you today for adoption and the Draft 2024 Eagle County Government
Budget that was presented to the public in the regularly scheduled Board of County
Commissioners meeting on December 18, 2023.
01/09/2024 12/18/2023 Difference
Adopted Budget Draft Budget
Revenues $222,071,797 $223,652,728 -$1,580,931
Expenditures $280,756,425 $280,660,029 $96,396
Net Use of Fund Balance $58,684,628 $57,007,301 $1,677,327
Total FTE 539.9 538.9 1.0
There were four items that contributed to these changes as outlined below:
1. On 12/19/2023, we received the updated Net Total Assessed Valuation (including the
gross total assessed valuation less the tax increment financing district valuations) of
$4,985,289,190. This valuation was different from the estimate we had been using
and resulted in an overall property tax revenue reduction of$1,231,758. A portion of
the property tax revenue allocated to the Road and Bridge Fund is shared with the
towns, so the lower property tax revenue within that fund caused the transfers to
town expense to reduce by $10,217.
2. Based upon the final net total assessed valuation and a review of the 2002 Open
Space ballot language, the open space fund will offer a 0.100 mill levy temporary
property tax credit to stay within its $7 million property tax revenue maximum. The
impact of this credit is a reduction of revenue of$495,787.
3. Eagle County Public Health and Environment received a grant to coordinate the
Regional Opioid Settlement Funds. The receipt of these funds will allow us to retain
and fully fund a term limited and grant funded position. This added $106,613 to both
revenue and expenditure and increased our personnel count by 1.0 FTE.
4. We added $40,000 of grant revenue to the Sheriff's office that will be used for mental
health crisis services. The expenditures were already included, but we were
informed that additional grant funding will be received in 2024.
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Eagle County's 2024 budget includes revenues of$222 million and expenditures of
$281 million.The result is a net expenditure of$59 million which reduces the county's
EAGLE COUNTY fund balance for a total estimated fund balance across all funds of$207 million.
Eagle County Revenues Eagle County Expenditures
2024 Budgeted Revenues$222,071,797 2024 Budgeted Expenditures$280,756,425
Sales and Other Taxes:Sales tax includes
the voter approved 1%sales tax(approved
24% in 1981),0.5%mass transit tax(approved in
Sales&Other 1995),2%lodging tax(approved in 2022), Capital Outlay:Capital outlay and leases includes
Taxes marijuana sales and excise tax(approved capital projects across the county.In 2024 Eagle
$53,106,850 in 2017),and tobacco and nicotine tax County is planning several capital projects
(approved in 2019).It also includes the 38% including the construction of a new county
specific ownership tax levied on motor Capital Outlay building in Edwards and the completion of the
vehicles in Colorado(enacted in 1937). $105,6 Outlay
Eagle Valley Trail.
,58Additional information about these projects can be
found in the Capital Expenditures section of this
book.
Property Taxes:The revenue budget
reflects net property tax,which is the total
19% levied minus uncollectible amounts.The
Property calculation of levied property tax is based
Taxes on the December 2022 assessed valuation
$41,641,152 and reflects the county's 13%share of total
property tax collections(Where Do My
Property Taxes Go?). Salaries and Benefits:One of Eagle County's
largest expenditure is for its staff.It is a service
oriented organization and takes pride in fairly
29% compensating the people who carry out its
Salaries& mission.This classification of expenditures
Benefits includes wages and associated taxes,health
$81,282,222 insurance claims,retirement,and other benefits.
15% Other Revenues:Other revenues include
Other investment earnings,interfund transfers, Additional information about staffing levels can be
Revenue other sources of financing. found in the Personnel Summary section of this
$32,299,134 book.
Services:This classification includes all services
Grants:These revenues include federal, 14% purchased by Eagle County departments.Major
14% state,and local grants as well as revenue Services expenditures are contracts with vendors including
Grants from other governments.It also includes $40,415,435 agreements to meet strategic priorities,utility
costs,insurance premiums,and maintenance of
$32,018,833 the payments in lieu of property tax that we
buildings,vehicles,and equipment.
receive from the federal government.
7% Other Expenditures:Other expenditures include
Charges for Services:This includes fees Other staff training benefits,interdepartmental services,
13% charged for the services provided by the. Expenditures transfers out to other county funds,and grants and
Charges for county.Major revenue sources include $20,228,185 contributions made to program partners.
Services Treasurer's fees,landfill fees,airport fees,
$28,561,747 bus fares,building permits,and motor Intergovernmental Expenditures:
vehicle and recording fees. 6% Intergovernmental expenditures include payments
Intergov.Exp. to the district attorney's office,pass through of
Internal Service Revenue:The Fleet $17,336,729 sales tax and property tax revenues to towns,and
10% fund,Insurance Reserve fund,and Health other governmental partnerships.
Internal Insurance fund account for the related
Service Supplies:This classification includes goods
Revenue county-wide programs.These revenues 3%Supplies purchased by county departments.The largest
$22,453,851 are offset by expenditures in other county $9,315,368 expenditures include fuel and road maintenance
funds.
supplies.
5% Rental:Rents are collected primarily within ° Debt Service:Principal and interest payments
the affordable and workforce housing2%Debt
Rental along with debt issuance costs are included in
entities and at the airport.Rents are Service
$11,990,230 P 6,489,900 this classification as explained in Current Debt
charged to occupants of these facilities. $ Obligations.
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2024 Budget
EAGLE COUNTY
EAGLE COUNTY
Table of Contents
Section Page
Table of Contents 2
Budget Message 5
Budget Award 8
Eagle County Strategic Priorities 9
Organizational Chart 11
Budget in Brief 12
Revenue Trends 15
Expenditure Trends 16
Current Debt Obligations 17
Personnel Summary 19
Fund Structure 21
Major Funds and Departments 25
Budget by Fund and by Department 26
General Fund -Summary of All Departments 27
Elected Offices 28
Board of County Commissioners 28
Sheriffs Office 30
Clerk& Recorder 32
Assessor 35
Treasurer& Public Trustee 36
Coroner's Office 38
Board of Equalization 39
Surveyor 40
Elected Officials/Surrendered Funds 41
District Attorney 42
Support Our Workforce 43
Human Services 44
Public Health & Environment 47
Housing 50
Create a Resilient Economy 60
ECO Transit 60
Airport 62
ECO Trails 65
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Economic Resiliency 67
Fair & Rodeo 69
Colorado State University Extension 71
Protect our Mountain Ecosystem 72
Solid Waste & Recycling 72
Resiliency 74
Fire Mitigation 76
Open Space 78
Natural Resources 80
Vegetation Management 81
Core Services- Internal Services 83
County Manager's Office 83
County Attorney's Office 86
Finance 87
Innovation &Technology 90
Human Resources 92
Communications 94
Core Services- Community Development 96
Planning 96
Building 98
Neighborhood Services 99
Animal Services 100
Engineering 101
Emergency Management 103
GIS 107
Core Services- Public Works 108
Facilities Management 108
Project Management 111
Road & Bridge 113
Fleet Services 115
PARTIALLY UPDATED Capital Expenditures 117
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority Consolidated 117
Capital Improvements Fund Capital Projects 119
General Fund Capital Projects 125
Airport Fund Capital Projects 126
Road and Bridge Capital Projects 130
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation Capital Projects 131
Fleet Services Fund Capital Projects 132
Open Space Fund Capital Projects 134
Housing Operations Fund Capital Projects 135
Landfill Fund 136
Conservation Trust Fund 136
800 MHz Capital Projects 136
ECO Transit Fund Capital Projects 137
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ECO Trails Fund Capital Projects 137
Workforce Housing Rentals Fund Capital Projects 138
Seniors on Broadway Capital Projects 138
Fund Balances and Net Position 139
Mill Levy 142
Where Do My Property Taxes Go? 143
Not Updated Long Range Financial Plan 144
2024 Budget Process 146
2024 Budget Calendar 146
Budget Basis 148
Budgetary Level of Control 148
Budget Amendments 148
Statistical and Supplemental Data 149
Form of Government 149
Geography 150
Community Profile 150
Demographics and Economics 152
Not Updated Budget Approval Resolution 155
Financial Policies 159
Eagle County Financial Policies Introduction And Purpose 159
Budget Policy 160
Financial Reporting Policy 163
Business Expense Policy 166
Purchasing Card Policy 168
Procurement Policy 170
Payroll Policy 172
Employee Gifts Policies 174
Fund Balance Policy 176
Grants Policy 178
Capital Improvement Fund Policy 179
Signature Authority Policy 180
Emergency Spending Authorization Policy 181
Emergency Incident Funding Policy 183
Risk Management Policy 184
Debt Policy 186
Glossary of Terms 188
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EAGLE COUNTY 2024 BUDGET BOOK PAGE 4
Budget Message
Administration
Jeff Shroll, County Manager
970-328-8605
jeff,shroll©eaglecounty.us
www.eaglecounty.us
EAGLE COUNTY
January 4, 2024
Eagle County Board of Commissioners
500 Broadway
Eagle, CO 81631
Honorable Chair and members of the Board:
We are delighted to present the fiscal year 2024 budget for Eagle County Government. Working
collaboratively, county departments and offices have crafted a budget that puts county dollars to work
investing in each other. Our policies, programs, and initiatives are thoughtfully designed not only to solve
immediate issues, but to set our community up for success in the future. We have put this budget together
with an eye towards thinking ahead and using a data-driven approach and expert staff analysis to accurately
gauge our community's needs and develop responsive, effective solutions. As they roll out, we evaluate and
modify programs to meet those evolving needs and address broader challenges.
This investment in each other and the Eagle County community plays out through budgeted financial
investments that responsibly spend public dollars to improve infrastructure, provide services, and enhance
quality of life in the county. We are also investing in a more relatable, human sense. County employees are
passionate people who serve passionate people. We go the extra mile, investing our time, energy, and a
little bit of ourselves each and every day to serve the public. In the upcoming fiscal year,we are anticipating
revenues of$222 million and expenditures of$281 million across all funds and departments.This includes a
total of$59 million that will be drawn from fund balance, illustrating your desire to make investments in the
community by advancing your strategic priorities.
The budget is a financial plan that allocates resources to achieve strategic priorities and policy directives of
the elected officials of Eagle County. In an era of increasing costs, some funds have an excess of revenue
over expenditures; however many require the use of excess fund balance for a variety of reasons discussed
in this book.The 2024 budget is a balanced budget as defined in state,statute.The budget was prepared
using the modified accrual budget basis and includes all county funds, blended component units, discretely
presented component units and the Public Trustee custodial fund.The modified accrual budget basis
attempts to show all money coming into and going out of county funds as we expect those events to occur.
This is further defined in our Financial Policies and Budget Instructions.The county's annual comprehensive
financial report is prepared on a Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP) basis, so each year we
make a reconciliation between the budget basis and GAAP basis of accounting within that document.
After many years of increasing fund balances across the organization by spending less money than the
current years' revenues, 2023 represented the beginning of making significant investments in the
community that are funded through a combination of current year revenues and the use of fund balance. In
2023 we made investments in the 36-unit workforce housing project located on the Colorado Mountain
College campus in Edwards, and partnered with others to fund 59 units of homeownership in the town of
Eagle.We built 3 miles of the Eagle Valley Trail. We enhanced the early childhood education network in the
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EAGLE COUNTY 2024 BUDGET BOOK PAGE 5
county by providing coaching, salary stipends, and financial assistance to families and touched 203
households through our Bold Housing Moves programs.
We expect that 2023 sales tax collections will exceed 2022's record-breaking$45 million. Looking forward to
2024, however, we are budgeting slight declines in our sales tax, charges for services, and grants revenue
classifications, offset by an increase in property tax revenue due to unprecedented growth in property
valuation through the county. In response to growing costs and flattening revenue, in 2024 we are planning
to take a careful look at all programs currently offered by the organization to identify programs where
streamlining, growth, reduction, or reenvisioning is warranted due to changing demands. This planning is
intended to result in lower operating costs in the future, freeing up scarce public dollars to invest in the
programs that are the most meaningful to the community.
On November 9, 2023, Governor Jared Polis called a special session of the Colorado Legislature to bring
property tax relief to homeowners. This special session resulted in seven new bills passed in the four day
session, held from November 17-21, 2023. Senate Bill 23B-001 provided property tax relief by lowering the
property tax assessment rates for single and multi-family residential properties and reducing actual value
on these properties by$55,000.The bill also extended the budget approval and mill levy certification
deadline to January 10, 2024.This extension accommodates the comprehensive discussions and
considerations necessary for finalizing a budget that effectively addresses the evolving needs of our
community.
In 2024,we plan to use current revenue and fund balance to make $81 million worth of investments into
our strategic priorities, including:
Core Services
• A$30 million election center and government services building will be designed and built in 2024. $3
million was invested in the planning and design of the facility in 2023 and the remaining $27 million
is included in this 2024 budget.This facility will serve community members by offering a secure
elections center, Sheriff's Office substation, public health and human services office and clinical
space, motor vehicle and recording services along with 20 units of workforce housing. This
forward-looking initiative aligns with our commitment to supporting essential community services,
ensuring election security, and addressing the critical need for workforce housing.
Support Our Workforce
• The Bold Housing moves programs will add 250 additional housing units to accommodate the
workforce and enhance housing availability. $5.5 million is budgeted for the cash buy and good
deeds programs, $258k will be spent on homeless services, and $2.9 million will be spent on a
variety of rental and other assistance programs.
• $13 million is budgeted for an additional 36-unit building at the CMC campus in Edwards and
$875,000 is budgeted to move the West Eagle housing project forward through the entitlement and
construction drawing phase.
• $4.8 million will be used to increase capacity in licensed child care programs by funding investments
in the physical infrastructure of early childhood facilities, offering salary stipends to early childhood
professionals, and strengthening the partnerships between the local coordinating entity and
community partners for capacity building.
• The family connects program, which offers home visits to families with newborn children, is being
supported with $622,400 of primarily staffing costs.
• School based counselors will receive over$1 million in funding. Success in this program will be
measured by mental health improvements of the students at the time of discharge.
Create a Resilient Economy
• After 2023 work is completed, there will be 7.5 miles remaining to complete the Eagle Valley Trail.
$15 million is budgeted in 2024 for construction of this portion of the trail.
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• Airport staff will work to promote increased, accessible, year-round air service by increasing annual
enplanements and capacity by 10%. While no dollars are set aside for the sole purpose of meeting
this goal, the work is part of the overall airport budget.
Protect our Mountain Ecosystem
• Eagle County will provide $2.1 million in resources and funding to ensure at least 55 homes or
properties receive energy efficiency improvements.This investment includes increasing electrical
capacity and storage in workforce housing neighborhoods.
• Eagle County will continue to electrify its buildings by investing$1.4 million in roofing, insulation, and
electric rooftop heating and cooling units at the Maintenance Service Center Building B.Additionally,
it will replace the flooring in Building D and add insulation and radiant floor heating at a budgeted
amount of$2 million.
• The wildland fire partnerships and landscape-scale fuel reduction projects in both the Eagle River
and Roaring Fork River valleys will be supported with $964,000 of funding.
• We will provide $250,000 in funding for the REALFire risk reduction program to assist 400 home and
property owners in making best practice improvements to their homes.
We appreciate the ongoing dedication of the board of county commissioners, elected officials, and all county
departments in developing budgets that align with our strategic priorities. This budget positions Eagle
County Government to navigate unforeseen challenges and continue delivering exceptional services to our
community, and it serves as our blueprint for investing in each other.
Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to the discussions and decisions that will shape the
future of Eagle County in the coming fiscal year.
Sincerely,
(11)—
Jeff Shroll
County Manager and Jill Klosterman
Budget Officer Chief Financial Officer
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Budget Award
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
D is ting uislied
Budget Presentation
Award
PRESENTED TO
Eagle County Government
Colorado
For the Fiscal Year Beginning
January 01, 2023
aetu4eLlts. P- 7nlwrt
Executive Director
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Eagle County Strategic Priorities
Eagle County's strategic priorities provide our road map as we allocate resources, gauge our performance
and ensure we are delivering quality services to our constituents.These priorities were developed by the
board of county commissioners with assistance from the county's management team and staff.
Eagle County's approach to strategy development and execution continues to evolve. The organization has
many endowments to excel in this area including full-time elected officials, a talented leadership cadre with
expertise in their respective disciplines, and an engaged workforce who express high levels of satisfaction in
quarterly satisfaction surveys. Currently, our approach to strategic priority development and goal execution
is comprised of the following phases:
Community engagement Eagle County Government provides an array of forums for residents to
express what is most important to them in strategic priorities. Weekly
BoCC meetings provide consistent opportunities for constituent feedback;
monthly commissioner office hours are effectively marketed for deeper,
more in depth conversations; and our quarterly"Ask Me Anything" listening
sessions are well attended by the public and staff.
"Catchball"with Strategic The BoCC robust community engagement provides a set of themes and
Priority Owners priorities that are important to the community and worthy of additional
exploration. The county's Chief Strategy Officer takes these concepts and
engages department leadership in structured conversations to brainstorm
goal concepts with an emphasis on resource requirements, best practices,
and performance measurability. In short, our elected officials determine
the"what"and we hand the priority to our leaders to determine the"how".
All Staff Survey to Gain Once the priorities and goal concepts have been developed, we survey
Additional Feedback and county employees to assure the county's strategic portfolio reflects their
Perspective assessment of community needs and desires. This is a critical step in
finalizing our strategic plan. For example, in the last plan's development
employee feedback yielded a new strategic priority that we had initially
missed- reducing healthcare costs for our community residents.
The following page illustrates the Board of County Commissioners Strategic Priorities for 2024-2025.The
priorities include:
• Support our workforce
• Create a resilient economy
• Protect our mountain ecosystem
• Provide exceptional core services
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EAGLE COUNTY 2024 BUDGET BOOK PAGE 9
EAGLE COUNTY BOARD
OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 2024-2025
Welcome to the Eagle County Strategic Prioritises for 2024 to 2025,This plan will help us
implement the countys mission of"Creating a Better Eagle County for All."Commissioners
and staff collaborated with community members to identify actions to improve the quality
of life and success of our communities.We will work with residents and partners to adapt,
update and improve the plan over the next two years.
9
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SUPPORT OUR CREATE A
WORKFORCE RESILIENT
-implement Innovative solutions to ECONOMY
create affordable housing -Promote sustainable
•Support accessible,quality economic growth that
early childhood care and benefits all residents
education -Increase transportation
programming ELECTED options by supporting ECO
-Support mental OFFICIALS transition and more
health services AND COUNTY county airport flights
and access to serving locals
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Organizational Chart
EAGLE COUNTY RESIDENTS
COUNTY ATTORNEY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELECTED OFFICES
County Manager Assessor
Clerk&Recorder
Chief Operations Officer Executive
Administrative Coroner
Chief Strategy Officer Support Sheriff
Surveyor
Chief Financial Officer
Treasurer
LANDS, COMMUNITY HEALTH ECONOMIC RESILIENCY
INFRASTRUCTURE & WELLBEING
& TRANSPORTATION Finance
Public Health&Environment
Community Development Economic Development
Human Services
Engineering Environmental Sustainabilky
Emergency Management
Open Space&Natural Resources Housing
Human Resources
Solid Waste&Recycling Project Management
Communications
ECO Transit Risk Management
Innovation
ECO Trails
Information Technology
Road&Bridge
Geographic Information Systems(GIS)
Fleet
Airport
Facilities Maintenance
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Budget in Brief
Eagle County's 2024 budget includes revenues of$222 million and expenditures of$281 million.The result is
a net expenditure of$59 million which reduces the county's fund balance for a total estimated fund balance
across all funds of$207 million.
Eagle County Revenues - 2024 Budgeted Revenues $222,071,797
Sales and Other Taxes: Sales tax includes the voter approved 1%sales tax
(approved in 1981), 0.5% mass transit tax(approved in 1995), 2% lodging tax
(approved in 2022), marijuana sales and excise tax(approved in 2017), and
24% tobacco and nicotine tax(approved in 2019). It also includes the specific
ownership tax levied on motor vehicles in Colorado (enacted in 1937).
Sales &Other Taxes
$53,106,850
Property Taxes:The revenue budget reflects net property tax, which is the total
levied minus uncollectible amounts.The calculation of levied property tax is
based on the December 2022 assessed valuation and reflects the county's 13%
9 �0 share of total property tax collections(Where Do My Property Taxes Go?).
Property Taxes
$41,641,152
Other Revenues: Other revenues include investment earnings, interfund
1 5% transfers, other sources of financing.
Other Revenue
$32,299,134
Grants:These revenues include federal, state, and local grants as well as
14% revenue from other governments. It also includes the payments in lieu of
property tax that we receive from the federal government.
Grants
$32,018,833
Charges for Services:This includes fees charged for the services provided by
1 3% the county. Major revenue sources include Treasurer's fees, landfill fees, airport
Charges for Services fees, bus fares, building permits, and motor vehicle and recording fees.
$28,561,747
10% Internal Service Revenue:The Fleet fund, Insurance Reserve fund, and Health
Internal Service Insurance fund account for the related county-wide programs.These revenues
Revenue are offset by expenditures in other county funds.
$22,453,851
5% Rental: Rents are collected primarily within the affordable and workforce
Rental housing entities and at the airport. Rents are charged to occupants of these
$11,990,230 facilities.
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Eagle County Expenditures - 2024 Budgeted Expenditures $280,756,425
Capital Outlay: Capital outlay and leases includes capital projects across the
county. In 2024 Eagle County is planning several capital projects including the
construction of a new county building in Edwards and the completion of the
Eagle Valley Trail.
Additional information about these projects can be found in the Capital
38% Expenditures section of this book.
Capital Outlay
$105,688,586
Salaries and Benefits: One of Eagle County's largest expenditure is for its staff.
It is a service oriented organization and takes pride in fairly compensating the
people who carry out its mission. This classification of expenditures includes
wages and associated taxes, health insurance claims, retirement, and other
29% benefits.
Salaries & Benefits Additional information about staffing levels can be found in the Personnel
$81,282,222 Summary section of this book.
Services:This classification includes all services purchased by Eagle County
14% departments. Major expenditures are contracts with vendors including
agreements to meet strategic priorities, utility costs, insurance premiums, and
Services maintenance of buildings,vehicles, and equipment.
$40,415,435
7% Other Expenditures: Other expenditures include staff training benefits,
Other Expenditures interdepartmental services, transfers out to other county funds, and grants and
$20,228,185 contributions made to program partners.
6% Intergovernmental Expenditures: Intergovernmental expenditures include
Intergov. Exp. payments to the district attorney's office, pass through of sales tax and property
$17,336,729 tax revenues to towns, and other governmental partnerships.
3% Supplies Supplies:This classification includes goods purchased by county departments.
$9,315,368 The largest expenditures include fuel and road maintenance supplies.
2% Debt Service Debt Service: Principal and interest payments along with debt issuance costs
$6,489,900 are included in this classification as explained in Current Debt Obligations.
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Eagle County Revenue and Expenditure Year over Year Changes
The table below shows the change from 2023 to 2024 for each revenue and expenditure category.
1 % Incr/Decr % Incr/Decr
Revenues 2024 from 2023 Expenditures 2024 from 2023
Sales&Other Taxes $53.1 M -2.73% Capital Outlay $105.7M 15.3%
Property Taxes $41.6M 41.09% Salaries&Benefits $81.3M 6.6%
Other Revenues $32.3M 161.91% Services $40.4M -11.7%
Grants $32M -25.33% Other Expenditures $20.2M 37.4%
Charges for Services $28.6M -3.96% Intergovernmental Expenditures $17.3M 24.1%
Internal Service Revenue $22.5M 23.19% Supplies $9.3M -0.6%
Rental $12M 37.08% Debt Costs $6.5M 0.0%
(Total Revenues $222.1M 13.28% JTotal Expenditures $280.8M 8.7%
Eagle County Fund Balance - 2024 Projected Fund Balance $207,335,712
The table below shows the trends in actual fund balances for Eagle County in 2020 - 2022 and the projected
fund balances for 2023 and 2024.
ECG Fund Balances
S 400,000,000 • All Other Funds
1111 EC Housing and Development
Authority
$328 249.534
• Eagle County Air Terminal
Corporation
S 300,000,000 • Landfill Fund
S 266,020,340
. Capital Improvement Fund
S 247,908,910
• Open Space Fund
$207,335,712 • Airport Fund
S 192 280 930 111 ECO Transit Fund(includes RFV
S 200,000,000 Transit&Trails)
I In Road&Bridge Fund
General Fund
S 100,000,000
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
• We are budgeting to reduce our fund balance across all funds in 2024 by$59 million.
• Detailed information on the changes in fund balance for each fund can be found in the Fund
Balances and Net Position section of this report.
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Revenue Trends
The tables below show the trends in total revenues and major revenues collected by Eagle County in 2020 -
2022, the estimated revenue for 2023, and the budgeted revenue for 2024.
Total Revenue Trends ($1,000's) Major Revenue Trends ($1,000's)
$300,000 $115,000
$283,703
$105,000
$275,000
$95,000
$250,000 $85,000
S 22Z.07'. $75,000
$225,000
$65,000
$200,000 $194,753 $196,038 $55,000
$45,000
$175,000 $35,000
lillapp
S 147,452 $25,000
$150,000/ $15,000
$5,000
$125,000 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
— Sales&Other Taxes — Property Taxes Grants
— Total Revenues — Other Revenues
Revenues for 2024 are budgeted to increase by 13%, or$26 million as compared to 2023. Revenue changes
include:
• $18.7 million increase in miscellaneous revenue mainly from sales of Haymeadow units.
• $12.1 million increase in property taxes from an increase in property values.
• $11 million decrease in grants. While there is a large amount of federal grant money available, we
have only budgeted for grants that we have a very high likelihood of receiving in 2024. We plan to
watch for available funding and apply for grants to fund strategic priorities throughout the year. If
we are successful in receiving additional grant funds, we will incorporate them into the 2024 budget
through the budget amendment process.
• $3 million increase in rental income mainly due to renegotiated lease agreements with airport and
Eagle County Air Terminal vendors.
• $1.5 million decrease in sales and other taxes.We saw very strong sales tax revenue in 2022 and
2023 and we are budgeting for 2024 sales tax collections to be slightly lower than the 2023 estimate.
• $1.2 million decrease in charges for services due to no planned projects that impact offsite road
improvements and we only budgeted half of the year for ECO Transit, which includes bus fares.
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Expenditure Trends
The tables below show the trends in total expenditures and major expenditures of Eagle County in 2020 -
2022, the estimated expenditures for 2023, and the budgeted expenditures for 2024.
Total Expenditures Trends ($1,000's) Major Expenditures Trends ($1,000's)
$285,000
$110,000
$265,000 S 258 268 $100,000
$90,000
$245,000
$80,000
$225,000 $70,000
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79 $60,000
$205,000
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$145,O�6f 8 S'3 $10,000
$125,000 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Capital Outlay — Salaries&Benefits Services
Total Expenditures — Intergovernmental Expenditures
Expenditures for 2024 are budgeted to increase by 9%, or$22.5 million as compared to 2023.The significant
changes in 2024 expenditures are:
• $14 million increase in capital outlay.The budgeted 2024 capital projects are more than amounts
budgeted in 2023. The 2024 capital projects are outlined in the Capital Expenditures section.
• $5 million increase in salaries and benefits. The increase is primarily due to the increase in
departmental contributions to the health insurance fund and corresponding expenditure of those
funds for health insurance claims.Additional information can be found in the Personnel Summary
and Human Resources sections.
• A$5.4 million decrease in services is mainly due to reduction in the ECO transit, public health and
facilities budgets based on current needs.
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Current Debt Obligations
Per Colorado Revised Statutes 30-35-201, a county's general obligation debt may not exceed 3% of the
valuation for assessment. Given Eagle County's 2023 assessment value of$5.2 billion, the maximum
allowable general obligation debt per state statute would be $155 million.
Eagle County has no general obligation bonded debt; therefore, it is within its legal debt limits. Eagle County
does not plan, nor has it budgeted, to issue any general obligation debt in 2024.
The debt obligations of Eagle County Government and its component units are outlined below. None of this
debt is general obligation debt, and each issuance was made only after careful consideration of the funding
sources available to repay each debt.The repayment of debt is considered when making budgetary and
operational decisions for each fund in which the debt repayment is budgeted.
1 Total 2024 Principal 2024 Interest Primary Purpose
Outstanding
(12/31/2023)
(Governmental Activities
I2015 Justice Center $8,020,000 $1,180,000 $401,000 To fund the 2008-2010 construction of the Eagle
Certificates of Participation County Justice Center.
I2019 Two10 Certificates of $5,460,000 $800,000 $273,000 To fund the construction of Two10 at Castle Peak,a
Participation 22-unit workforce housing complex.
I2021 Eagle Valley Trails $16,785,000 $615,000 $730,100 To fund the construction of 12 miles of the Eagle Valley
Certificates of Participation Trail.
(Business-Type Activities I
Eagle County Air Terminal $29,255,000 $1,020,000 $1,446,300 To fund the airport terminal renovation project. I
Corporation Revenue Bonds
(Golden Eagle Elderly Housing $1,255,324 $15,354 $61,113 To fund the acquisition and renovation of Golden Eagle Apartments.
Corporation Debt p
Total $60,775,324 $3,630,354 $2,911,513
*Golden Eagle is budgeted using modified accrual,therefore the principal payment is not included in its budget.
In December 2015, the county, through Eagle Lease Financing Corporation and Eagle County Justice Center
Financing Corporation, issued $19,215,000 in refunding certificates of participation to 1)advance refund all
outstanding series 2005 refunding certificates of participation, and 2)to redeem on December 1, 2018 all
series 2008 certificates of participation maturing on or after December 1, 2019 and pay principal and
interest on the outstanding series 2008 certificates of participation until that redemption date. The series
2015 refunding certificates of participation bear interest at 2%to 5% per annum and mature in annual
increments from December 2016 through December 2029. Eagle County has an issuer rating of Aa1 from
Moody's Investor Service.
In June 2019, Eagle County issued $8,310,000 in certificates of participation to finance the construction of a
22-unit workforce housing building located in Eagle, Colorado and to pay costs relating to the execution and
delivery of the series 2019 certificates. The series 2019 certificates of participation bear interest at 5% per
annum and mature in annual increments from December 2020 through December 2029.
In August 2021, Eagle County issued $17,930,000 in certificates of participation to finance the construction
of 12 miles of the Eagle Valley Trail and to pay costs relating to the execution and delivery of the series 2021
certificates. The series 2021 certificates of participation bear interest at 4%to 5% per annum and mature in
annual increments from December 2022 through December 2039 and have a final term maturity in
December 2041.
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In June 2011, Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation (ECAT) issued Airport Terminal Project Revenue
Refunding Bonds in the total principal amount of$10,070,000.These bonds bear interest from 2%to 6%
and mature through May 1, 2027. In September 2017, Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation issued Airport
Terminal Project Revenue Refunding Bonds in the principal amount of$29,980,000. The bonds bear interest
from 2%to 5% and mature through May 2041. Proceeds from these issues were used to refund all
outstanding bonds issued in 2006 as well as fund the airport terminal addition and renovation project. ECAT
Bonds are rated Baa2 with a stable outlook by Moodys Investors Service.
When Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation acquired the Golden Eagle Apartments in March 2003, it
assumed a promissory note payable to Rural Housing Service (RHS), a division of the U.S. Department of
Agriculture in the amount of$1,063,478. The note bears interest at 6% and matures on March 14, 2033. In
December 2006, the corporation executed another promissory note with Rural Housing Service for
$362,870, the proceeds of which were used to fund capital improvements at the property.The 2006 note
bears interest at 5.875%and matures on January 1, 2037. RHS offers an interest subsidy to the corporation
for both notes.
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Personnel Summary
Positions are approved by the board of county commissioners and are monitored and controlled by human
resources and finance department staff. Eagle County's total approved and budgeted full-time equivalent
(FTE) count for 2024 is 539.9, which is a decrease of 26.3 positions from the 2023 adopted budget.This
decrease is due to the expected transfer of ECO Transit operations to the newly created Eagle Valley Transit
Authority.The following table shows the past three years in budgeted personnel as counted by FTE
positions.
Fund 2022 2023 2024 Change
1 General Fund 262.4 271.7 274.1 2.4
Public Trustee 1.6 1.3 1.2 -0.1
'Road & Bridge 22.0 21.9 24.5 2.6
(Human Services 65.1 68.7 69.7 1.0
ECO Transit 73.9 73.9 38.2 -35.7
IECO Trails 2.1 2.1 3.1 1.0
'Airport 30.7 32.7 35.5 2.8
800 MHz 2.0 2.0 2.0 0.0
Public Health 51.0 44.1 41.5 -2.6
Housing 12.0 9.0 10.0 1.0
'Open Space 4.7 4.4 4.7 0.3
landfill 12.9 13.5 13.5 0.0
he Valley Home Store 4.0 4.0 3.0 -1.0
'Fleet Services 16.0 17.0 19.0 2.0
'Total(All Funds) 560.1 566.3 539.9 -26.3
I
'Annual Growth 49.5 6.2 -26.3
(Annual Growth % 9.70% 1.10% -4.65%
The following chart shows a longer term trend of budgeted full time equivalent staff members in the general
fund and all other funds.
# of FTE - General Fund and All Other Funds
All Other Funds General Fund
600
298 295
266
237 265 266
195 209 220 222 221 224
400 197 191 190
273 271 272 274
200 234 238 234 237 246 252 252 263 254 245 262
0
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
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Throughout 2023, as the need for expanded services throughout the organization grew along with the
expectation that 2023 operating revenue was going to beat expectations in the adopted budget, additional
positions were approved by the BoCC through the budget amendment process. 16.5 FTE positions were
added throughout 2023.The addition of these positions are offset by the expectation that the majority of
ECO Transit employees will transfer to the newly created Eagle Valley Transit Authority in 2024. No
additional positions are being approved in this budget.
Positions were added in 2023 to the following funds and departments:
• General Fund, Recording Technician
• General Fund, Building Inspector
• General Fund, Deputy Coroner(.5 FTE)
• General Fund, Assistant County Attorney
• General Fund, Vegetation Stewardship Technician (.25 FTE)
• Open Space Fund,Vegetation Stewardship Technician (.25 FTE)
• ECO Transit-Operations Supervisor
• ECO Transit- Interim Director of Transit Operations
• Airport Fund - Electrician
• Airport Fund - Customer Service Ambassadors(2 FTE)
• Airport Fund -Airport Rescue Firefighter(2 FTE)
• Fleet Fund - Fleet Mechanic II
• Fleet Fund -Transit Service Writer
• Human Services Fund -Caseworker
• Road and Bridge Fund - Equipment Operator(2.5 FTE)
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Fund Structure
Eagle County Government provides budgets for 30 funds of different types, including its component units.
Its funds are divided into eight fund types:general fund, special revenue funds, capital improvements fund,
enterprise fund, internal service funds, blended component units, custodial fund, and discretely presented
component units.The county has four other custodial funds which account for monies held on behalf of
other entities that use the county as a depository,for property and sales taxes collected on behalf of other
governments or agencies, for monies held by the Sheriff's office for inmates, and for monies held on behalf
of the Regional Opioid Abatement Council.The Public Trustee Fund is the only custodial fund that adopts a
budget and is therefore included in this document.
The following table shows all funds of Eagle County Government, each of which is presented in this budget:
General Fund Special Revenue Funds
• Road and Bridge Fund
Capital Improvements Fund • Human Services Fund
• Offsite Road Improvement Fund
Enterprise Fund • ECO Transit Fund
• Landfill Fund • ECO Trails Fund
• Airport Fund
Internal Service Funds • Conservation Trust Fund
• Fleet Services Fund • 800 MHz Fund
• Insurance Reserve Fund • Emergency Reserve/TABOR Fund
• Health Insurance Fund • Public Health Fund
• Mental Health Fund
Blended Component Units • Housing Loan Fund
• Eagle County Housing and Development • Housing Operations Fund
Authority • Workforce Housing Rentals Fund
• The Valley Home Store • Open Space Fund
• Seniors on Broadway II • Lodging Tax Fund
• Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation
• CMC Building 2 Discretely Presented Component Units
• E911 Authority
Custodial Fund • Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation
• Public Trustee Fund
Eagle County, like many governments, has many individual funds.The county defines its major funds both
here below and in its annual comprehensive financial report by looking at both quantitative and qualitative
materiality, including comparing relative size of funds as well as considering other qualitative factors. Funds
that are considered to be major funds are described below:
General Fund -The General Fund is the primary fund from which the ongoing expenditures of Eagle County
Government are paid. Revenues to the General Fund primarily come from the collection of property tax,
sales tax, and grants along with charges for services provided by General Fund departments. More than half
of the fund's expenditures are for salaries and benefits of employees who work in General Fund
departments.All elected offices are funded from the General Fund.This fund's revenue represents 29% of
total revenue across all funds.
Capital Improvements Fund - The capital improvements fund receives revenue from a portion of Eagle
County's 1% sales tax and certificate of participation issuance. This revenue is then used for capital projects
for community enhancements or related debt payments. Please see the debt section for more information
on Eagle County's current certificates of participation.
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Road and Bridge Fund -This special revenue fund is authorized by C.R.S. 43-2-202 for the purposes of road
and bridge construction, maintenance, and administration of all monies received by the county from the
state or federal government for expenditure on roads and bridges, and any other monies that may become
available for such purpose.This fund's primary revenue sources are property tax, specific ownership tax,
highway users tax funding, and payment in lieu of tax dollars from the federal government. This fund's
revenue represents 5% of total revenue across all funds.
ECO Transit Fund - Pursuant to C.R.S. 29-2-103.5, counties are authorized to levy a county sales tax for the
purpose of financing, constructing, operating and maintaining a mass transportation system within the
county. In 1995, Eagle County voters approved a one-half of one percent sales tax to be dedicated to this
special revenue fund, the ECO Transit fund.Ten percent of all revenue collected pursuant to this
transportation tax are dedicated to trails within Eagle County(ECO Trails fund). Additionally, sales tax
collected within the Basalt and El Jebel areas is used to fund the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority and
that pass-through activity is shown in a separate department within the ECO Transit fund. Other revenue for
the ECO Transit fund consists of federal grants and fare sales. This fund's revenue represents 8% of total
revenue across all funds. In November 2022, select Eagle County voters approved the formation of the Eagle
Valley Transportation Authority(EVTA). The EVTA will support regional transit services throughout the Eagle
River Valley, and throughout 2023 and 2024, ECO Transit operations will transition to this new organization.
The ECO Transit fund will continue to collect its sales tax, however will pass the majority of the proceeds to
the EVTA upon full operational transition.
Airport Fund - C.R.S. 41-4-102 authorized counties to establish special revenue funds through which county
owned airports are operated. Revenue sources for this fund consist of rents and charges paid by airlines
and other tenants at the airport along with federal and state grants.This fund's revenue represents 5% of
total revenue across all funds.
Open Space Fund - Eagle County resolution 2003-097 established the Open Space fund. In 2002, Eagle
County voters approved a 1.5 mill increase in property taxes to fund this special revenue fund for the
purpose of acquiring, maintaining, or permanently preserving open space in Eagle County. Other revenue
sources for this fund include federal and state grants.This fund's revenue represents 3% of total revenue
across all funds.
Landfill Fund -This enterprise fund was authorized pursuant to C.R.S. 30-20-101 by Eagle County
Resolution 86-46.The Landfill fund revenue sources are user tipping fees and sales of materials.This fund is
classified as an enterprise fund because it reports activity for which a fee is charged to external users and
the pricing policy indicates that fees and charges are set to recover all costs of operating the facility.This
fund's revenue represents 2% of total revenue across all funds.
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation (ECAT)- Eagle County resolution 1996-40 authorized the
formation of this fund and separate legal corporation for the purpose of constructing, owning, and
operating a passenger terminal to serve the Eagle County Regional Airport. ECAT's revenues come from
airline and vendor rents and charges for services. This fund's revenue represents 3% of total revenue across
all funds.
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority(ECHDA)- Eagle County resolution 2008-085
authorized the formation of the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority, a statutory housing
authority and body corporate and politic, pursuant to C.R.S. 29-4-503. ECHDA was formed to increase the
supply of housing that is affordable to those of low income who live or work in Eagle County. ECHDA's
revenue comes from property management fees and surplus cash from its housing properties. In the
county's Annual Consolidated Financial Report ECHDA is combined with both The Valley Home Store and
Lake Creek Village Apartments funds due to ECHDA's ownership of these separate entities. Beginning in
2023, because of a change in ownership, Seniors on Broadway will also be included within ECHDA. For
budget purposes, these funds are shown separately.The ECHDA fund revenue represents 14% of total
revenue across all funds.
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Revenues and Expenditures by Major Funds
The following table shows the revenues and expenditures by major funds:
2024%of
2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget Total
Revenues by Major Funds
General Fund $50,189,984 $56,348,160 $60,249,658 $59,434,924 $65,084,751 29%
Road&Bridge Fund $9,204,273 $9,625,647 $9,650,729 $9,486,047 $ 11,658,063 5%
ECO Transit Fund $17,236,437 $16,899,708 $21,651,213 $20,610,277 $17,133,808 8%
'Airport Fund $12,304,879 $12,165,812 $ 10,216,153 $25,495,142 $10,613,926 5%
Open Space Fund $6,186,185 $5,425,786 $5,764,192 $5,796,884 $7,434,018 3%
Capital Improvement Fund $7,388,619 $31,600,302 $13,258,953 $15,334,837 $17,578,460 8%
Landfill Fund $3,592,381 $4,512,499 $4,385,560 $3,983,100 $4,204,100 2%
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation $5,808,542 $8,165,534 $6,965,205 $6,693,133 $7,499,920 3%
*ECHDA $6,088,521 $6,704,595 $107,744,305 $3,080,518 $31,270,310 14%
'All Other Funds $39,049,097 $43,304,565 $43,773,653 $46,123,635 $49,594,441 22%
Total Revenues $157,048,917 $194,752,607 $283,659,621 $196,038,497 $222,071,797 100%
Expenditures by Major Funds
General Fund $46,518,098 $51,297,956 $55,731,326 $62,845,925 $80,180,635 29%
Road&Bridge Fund $8,500,412 $8,284,407 $9,351,825 $10,428,665 $13,257,711 5%
ECO Transit Fund $13,448,668 $ 13,435,399 $14,164,684 $27,377,707 $ 17,133,808 6%
'Airport Fund $7,595,077 $7,354,916 $5,118,155 $27,919,906 $ 15,361,166 5%
Open Space Fund $3,707,326 $1,332,530 $1,182,955 $2,975,921 $3,072,760 1%
Capital Improvement Fund $9,753,042 $6,035,113 $9,099,449 $33,602,261 $35,248,947 13%
Landfill Fund $3,357,621 $3,783,270 $3,933,985 $4,380,084 $4,146,262 1%
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation $6,072,156 $6,715,107 $6,563,416 $5,794,622 $9,009,868 3%
*ECHDA $5,031,786 $5,434,318 $54,461,476 $28,506,442 $47,923,289 17%
lAll Other Funds $33,700,096 $35,411,104 $46,171,464 $54,436,158 $55,421,979 20%
Total Expenditures $137,684,282 $139,084,119 $205,778,735 $258,267,691 $280,756,425 100%
'Revenues less Expenditures $19,364,634 $55,668,487 $77,880,886 $(62,229,194) $(58,684,628)
*Includes The Valley Home Store,Seniors on Broadway,and CMC#2.Lake Creek Village was sold in 2022.
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The following charts show 2024 budgeted revenue and expenditures by major funds.
2024 Revenue by Major Funds
All Other Funds
22.3% General Fund
*ECHDA 14.1% Road& Bridge Fund
Eagle County Air Terminal ' _ ECO Transit Fund
7.7%
Landfill Fund I Airport Fund
Capital Improvement Fund Open Space Fund
t •
2024 Expenditures by Major Funds
All Other Funds 1111111111b6-
19 7% General Fund
28.6%
'ECHDA 17.1%
Road& Bridge Fund
4.7%`
Eagle County Air Terminal ECO Transit Fund
6.1%
Landfill Fund ° Airport Fund
5.5%
Capital Improvement Fund 12.6% Open Space Fund
• The county's nine major funds make up 78% of total revenues in 2024 and 80% of total expenditures
for 2024.
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Major Funds and Departments
The matrix below shows the relationship between the county's major funds and the departments within
those funds.
Fund
EC Housing
Capital Eagle County and Open
Airport Improvement Air Terminal Development ECO Transit General Landfill Space Road&
Department Fund Fund Corporation Authority Fund Fund Fund Fund Bridge Fund
Administration x
Airport x x
Animal Services x
Assessor x
Attorney x
Building Inspection x
Clerk&Recorder x
Commissioners x
Communications&ECGTV x
Coroner x
CSU Extension x
Eagle County Trails x
Eagle County Transportation x
Economic Development x
Emergency Management x
Engineering x x x
Facilities Management x x x x x x
Fair&Rodeo x
Finance x
Finance Administrative x x x x x x x
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Fire Mitigation x
GIS x
Housing x x
Human Resources x
Innovation&Technology x x
Natural Resources x
Neighborhood Services x
Planning x
Project Management x x x
Sheriff x
Surveyor x
Sustainable Communities x x
Treasurer x x x x x x
Vegetation Management x
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Budget by Fund and by Department
The following table shows a summary of all revenues and expenditures that make up the 2024 Eagle County
budget.Actual results are included for 2020-2022.The 2023 estimate is the amended budget and represents
our best estimate of actual results. Each fund and department is further described in the following pages.
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
$58,684,628 539.9 $1,064.54
ccount Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $28,658,517 $28,873,863 $29,893,773 $29,514,836 $41,641,152
Sales&Other Taxes $35,106,959 $42,424,677 $51,346,070 $ 54,598,832 $53,106,850
Federal Grants $22,408,105 $21,972,710 $24,628,105 $35,271,843 $26,722,238
Grants-Non Federal $8,778,190 $9,491,415 $ 6,505,523 $7,608,352 $ 5,296,595
Charges for Services $24,175,208 $30,538,182 $32,100,364 $29,739,122 $28,561,747
Internal Service Revenue $ 16,276,321 $ 15,658,873 $ 15,786,214 $ 18,226,612 $22,453,851
Rental $ 12,469,485 $ 14,134,604 $ 10,046,946 $8,746,581 $ 11,990,230
Investment Earnings $2,659,135 $ 1,956,216 $4,585,128 $7,085,496 $ 5,502,066
Miscellaneous Revenue $2,872,210 $22,009,550 $49,528,016 $ 1,333,005 $20,033,968
Interfund Transfers In $3,645,327 $7,692,516 $59,283,165 $3,913,818 $ 6,763,100
Total Revenues $ 157,048,917 $ 194,752,607 $283,659,621 $ 196,038,497 $222,071,797
%Inc/Dec -9% 24% 46% -31% 13%
Expenditures
FTEs 519.6 509.5 561.3 565.7 539.9 I
Salaries&Benefits $ 57,417,527 $ 57,363,418 $65,795,933 $76,222,809 $81,282,222
Miscellaneous $504,201 $2,429,305 $(314,913) $2,574,710 $3,389,500
Services $28,963,351 $31,347,021 $32,033,885 $45,784,180 $40,415,435
Internal Service Fees $5,585,230 $6,746,012 $7,251,985 $ 8,265,223 $ 10,075,585
Intergovernmental $8,871,197 $9,182,727 $ 10,704,929 $ 13,974,925 $ 17,336,729
Supplies $5,533,051 $5,549,915 $7,227,316 $ 9,374,009 $9,315,368
Capital Outlay $22,730,392 $ 13,302,274 $ 18,176,223 $91,695,991 $ 105,688,586
Debt Service $5,233,245 $5,687,396 $5,640,213 $6,492,026 $ 6,489,900
Interfund Transfers Out $2,846,088 $7,476,052 $ 59,263,165 $3,883,818 $ 6,763,100
Total Expenditures $ 137,684,282 $ 139,084,119 $205,778,735 $ 258,267,691 $280,756,425
%Inc/Dec -15% 1% 48% 26% 9%
Revenues less Expenditures $19,364,634 $55,668,487 $77,880,886 $(62,229,194) $(58,684,628)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 172,915,758 $ 192,240,423 $250,324,965 $328,249,534 $266,020,340
Ending Fund Balance $ 192,280,930 $247,908,911 $328,249,534 $266,020,340 $207,335,712
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 140% 178% 160% 103% 74%
The following pages show the actual and budgeted revenues and expenditures for each county department
or fund.As the county's General Fund operates a variety of programs and activities, it is further broken
down by department.
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General Fund - Summary of All Departments
The following table shows a summary of all activities included within the county's General Fund.
Departments are shown separately on the following pages.
I 2024 Overview '
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $15,095,884 274.1 $273.84
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $ 15,475,710 $ 15,234,686 $ 15,739,995 $ 15,540,521 $23,064,012
Sales&Other Taxes $ 13,301,523 $ 16,711,641 $20,508,227 $20,657,602 $20,007,808
Federal Grants $5,520,984 $8,605,644 $ 10,596,706 $6,131,014 $ 5,110,617
Grants- Non Federal $475,559 $ 503,267 $255,513 $664,686 $391,268
Charges for Services $ 11,896,259 $ 15,008,301 $ 15,145,680 $ 13,427,112 $ 13,860,362
Rental $89,392 $83,301 $97,460 $85,860 $ 109,360
Investment Earnings $ 1,685,610 $ 1,135,365 $ 1,912,403 $2,756,424 $2,400,0241
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 1,744,949 $(934,044) $(4,006,326) $ 116,300 $54,300
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $55,405 $87,000
'Total Revenues $ 50,189,984 $56,348,160 $60,249,658 $59,434,924 $65,084,751
0/0 Inc/Dec -8% 12% 7% -1% 10%
Expenditures
FTEs 252.9 243.4 263.4 271.9 274.1
Salaries&Benefits $27,491,863 $26,561,081 $30,492,881 $34,236,145 $37,719,746
Miscellaneous $504,201 $433,855 $ 1,314,206 $2,032,000 $994,500
Services $7,249,584 $7,946,138 $7,858,360 $ 11,945,721 $ 10,836,173
Internal Service Fees $ 1,914,055 $2,082,555 $2,097,578 $2,581,562 $2,518,042
Intergovernmental $5,654,656 $ 5,815,174 $6,947,511 $7,838,934 $7,597,535
Supplies $ 1,270,854 $ 1,115,146 $ 1,786,621 $2,229,505 $2,016,377
Capital Outlay $35,569 $80,779 $272,102 $281,558 $ 13,574,762
Debt Service $- $336 $- $500 $ 500
Interfund Transfers Out $2,397,315 $7,262,891 $4,962,067 $ 1,700,000 $4,923,000
[Total Expenditures $46,518,098 $51,297,956 $ 55,731,326 $62,845,925 $80,180,635
% Inc/Dec -13% 10% 9% 13% 28%
Revenues less Expenditures $3,671,886 $ 5,050,204 $4,518,332 $(3,411,001) $(15,095,884)
Beginning Fund Balance $34,017,281 $37,689,167 $42,739,372 $47,257,704 $43,846,703
Ending Fund Balance $37,689,167 $42,739,372 $47,257,704 $43,846,703 $28,750,819
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 81% 83% 85% 70% 36%
The following pages provide budget and operation details for each office and department operating within
the Eagle County Government structure in addition to all other funds.
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Elected Offices
The Eagle County elected officials serve four year terms. Elections for these offices are held in November of
even numbered years.
Elected Offices Fund11.112024 ' 2024 FTE
Expenditures
Board of County Commissioners General Fund $ 1,835,019 3.0
'Sheriff General Fund $ 16,414,097 92.0
'Clerk and Recorder General Fund $3,548,433 26.0
'Assessor General Fund $2,860,151 21.0
'Treasurer General Fund $ 1,958,908 7.8
'Public Trustee Public Trustee Fund $76,710 1.2
'Coroner General Fund $493,502 3.0
'Board of Equalization General Fund $ 60,820 0.2
'Surveyor General Fund $20,267 1.0
'Elected Officials/Surrendered Funds General Fund $30,000 0.0
District Attorney General Fund $ 2,086,270 0.0
otal for Elected Offices $29,384,177 155.2
Board of County Commissioners
Office Purpose Core Programs
Eagle County is governed by a three member Board of Commissioners 1. Sets policy
(BoCC).The Commissioners are elected at large to four-year staggered 2. Makes land use decisions
terms.This board is the county government's main policy making body 3. Approves budgets
and serves in an administrative, budgetary and at times a
quasi-judicial capacity.The BoCC enacts policies such as the
establishment of the property tax rate and the adoption of the budget
as well as adopts resolutions or local laws that affect citizens living in
unincorporated Eagle County.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Please see the Strategic Priorities section of this book for
the BoCC performance measures.
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Board of County Commissioners (General Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,835,019 3.0 $33.29
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $(5,556) $- $
!Total Revenues $- $- $(5,556) $- $
k
% Inc/Dec -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
Salaries&Benefits $385,344 $422,652 $413,453 $433,589 $462,190
Services $ 1,366,140 $ 546,415 $507,745 $ 1,205,321 $ 1,364,029
Supplies $4,337 $4,827 $7,941 $8,250 $8,800
'Total Expenditures $ 1,755,822 $973,893 $929,139 $ 1,647,160 $ 1,835,019
% Inc/Dec 73% -45% -5% 77% 11%
Revenues less Expenditures $(1,755,822) $(973,893) $(929,139) $(1,647,160) $(1,835,019)
• While elected officials salaries did not change in 2024, the department's contribution to the health
insurance fund increased to reflect the increase in health insurance claims costs.
• Services include funding for strategic priorities, contributions to county non profit organizations as
well as memberships in organizations such as Northwest Colorado Council of Governments.
• The county makes grants to United Way($100k)who leverages those dollars to make grants
throughout the community.
• The 2024 budget includes investments in the Castle Peak Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center
($850,000) and the The Halle Center for Hope and Healing in Basalt($50,000).
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Sheriff's Office
Office Purpose Core Programs
Patrol deputies provide law enforcement services 24 hours a day, 7 1. Patrol and operations
days a week to the residents of unincorporated Eagle County including 2. Detentions
EagleVail, Burns, Edwards, El Jebel, Bond, McCoy, and Dotsero, as well 3. Victim Services
as to the towns of Minturn, Gypsum, and Redcliff. The detention facility
is the central holding location for all law enforcement agencies in Eagle
County, including local police departments.The facility houses inmates
and pre-trial detainees who have been committed to the custody of
the Sheriff.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
The Sheriff's Office has elected not to include its
performance measures in this year's budget book.
Sheriff's Office - Operations, Patrol, Victim's Services (General Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
1
$9,001,554 63.0 $163.29
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget 1
Revenues
Federal Grants $96,146 $49,075 $92,600 $ 176,718 $ 119,973
Grants-Non Federal $277,282 $ 120,556 $85,837 $ 153,583 $ 173,583
Charges for Services $ 1,386,255 $ 1,634,757 $ 1,972,193 $ 1,927,231 $2,143,849
Rental $ 18,000 $- $- $- $-!
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 100,878 $464,402 $30,745 $35,000 $35,000
!Total Revenues $ 1,878,561 $2,268,791 $2,181,373 $2,292,532 $2,472,405
% Inc/Dec 21% -4% 5% 8%
Expenditures
FTEs 59.5 58.0 63.0 63.0 63.0
Salaries& Benefits $ 6,670,245 $6,268,062 $6,511,009 $7,678,267 $8,389,320
Miscellaneous $21,314 $ 17,814 $29,013 $40,000 $40,000
Services $650,562 $ 554,886 $574,589 $823,612 $763,837
Internal Service Fees $886,329 $977,475 $921,927 $ 1,244,710 $ 1,196,171
Intergovernmental $ 579,812 $ 501,932 $509,898 $672,031 $672,031
Supplies $294,516 $ 155,599 $270,091 $389,300 $412,600
Capital Outlay $5,682 $- $ 10,820 $5,682 $-
[Total Expenditures $9,108,459 $8,475,768 $8,827,346 $ 10,853,602 $ 11,473,959
% Inc/Dec -7% 4% 23% 6%
Revenues less Expenditures $(7,229,898) $(6,206,977) $(6,645,972) $(8,561,070) $(9,001,554)
• The increase in charges for services represents an increase in contracts with the towns of Gypsum
and Minturn which represent an increase in the costs of providing law enforcement coverage in
those municipalities.
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Sheriff's Office - Detentions (General Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
' $4,821,138 29.0 -$87.46
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $32,519 $- $51,740 $20,000 $20,000
Grants-Non Federal $23,977 $60,658 $ 11,596 $- $-
Charges for Services $20,761 $2,386 $53,680 $34,000 $ 12,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $22,938 $57,692 $ 14,731 $- $-I
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $55,000 $87,000
'Total Revenues $ 100,195 $ 120,736 $ 131,747 $ 109,000 $ 119,000
% Inc/Dec 21% 9% -17% 9%
Expenditures
FTEs 29.5 28.0 28.0 29.0 29.0
Salaries&Benefits $2,710,475 $2,592,393 $2,548,086 $3,171,281 $3,630,238
Services $660,222 $771,628 $774,098 $ 1,184,300 $919,900
Supplies $245,589 $289,617 $306,436 $345,000 $390,000
Capital Outlay $- $- $ 107,500 $ 107,500 $
'Total Expenditures $3,616,286 $3,653,637 $3,736,120 $4,808,081 $4,940,138
% Inc/Dec 1% 2% 29% 3% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(3,516,091) $(3,532,901) $(3,604,374) $(4,699,081) $(4,821,138)I
• The interfund transfer in represents funding from the Mental Health Fund (marijuana tax revenue)
which supports the caseworker in the detentions center.
• The cost of services provided in the detention center includes medical care for the inmates as well as
cleaning.
• Supplies are primarily food for the inmates.
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Clerk & Recorder
Office Purpose Core Programs
The Clerk and Recorder's office provides motor vehicle titling and 1. Motor vehicle titling and
registration, document recording, election administration, voter registration
registration, liquor licensing, and marriage license issuance to the 2. Document recording
citizens of Eagle County.The Clerk's office also serves as the clerk to 3. Election administration
the board of county commissioners. 4. Voter registration
5. Liquor licensing
6. Marriage license issuance
7. Clerk to BoCC
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Motor Vehicle: Improve Net Promoter Score to 50+ New in 2024 New in 2024 +50
Motor Vehicle: Improve Employee Retention Rate New in 2024 New in 2024 80%
Retention
Recording: Successfully Implement a New Recording New in 2024 New in 2024 Successful
Software Solution & Integrate it with the Assessor's Office conversion
software
Recording: Secure Grant Funding for Software Conversion, New in 2024 New in 2024 $350,000
Imaging, and Temp. Staffing Needs
Elections: Conduct 3 Successful, Audited Elections 100% score 100% score 100% score
on 2 on 2 on 2
post-election post-election post-election
audits & audits & audits &
certified certified certified
elections elections elections
Clerk to the Board: Finalize a C&R retention schedule for New in 2024 New in 2024 Complete
BoCC audio files. Create a resolution to memorialize.
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Clerk & Recorder - Motor Vehicle, Recording, and Administration (General Fund)
I 2024 Overview I
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
' $794,744 19.0 $14.42 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $27,540 $- $- $- $
Grants- Non Federal $3,710 $- $- $208,000 $-'
Charges for Services $ 1,838,631 $2,065,946 $ 1,666,073 $ 1,503,300 $ 1,433,9001
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $ 174 $326 $- $-
'Total Revenues $ 1,869,881 $2,066,120 $ 1,666,399 $ 1,711,300 $ 1,433,900
% Inc/Dec 10% -19% 3% -16%
Expenditures
FTEs 18.0 17.0 18.0 18.0 19.0
Salaries& Benefits $ 1,562,097 $ 1,469,290 $ 1,571,782 $ 1,824,092 $2,077,136
Services $72,765 $63,103 $69,972 $91,870 $ 102,697
Internal Service Fees $6,253 $ 6,069 $7,331 $6,246 $6,815
Supplies $6,514 $ 13,757 $9,773 $ 10,170 $41,996I
'Total Expenditures $ 1,647,629 $ 1,552,219 $ 1,658,858 $ 1,932,378 $2,228,64
% Inc/Dec -6% 7% 16% 15% I
Revenues less Expenditures $222,252 $ 513,901 $7,541 $(221,078) $(794,744)1
• We expect document recording and motor vehicle registration fees to decrease slightly from the
2023 estimate as a result of a continued slow real estate and refinance market.
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Clerk & Recorder- Elections (General Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,250,989 7.0 $22.69
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $99,636 $- $- $ 10,175 $-
Grants-Non Federal $26,940 $- $- $ 11,452 $-
Charges for Services $ 188,047 $90,164 $63,648 $68,000 $68,000'
Miscellaneous Revenue $3,603 $ 1,119 $2,215 $800 $800
'Total Revenues $318,226 $91,283 $65,863 $90,427 $68,800
% Inc/Dec -71% -28% 37% -24%
Expenditures
FTEs 6.7 5.0 7.2 6.4 7.0
Salaries& Benefits $627,032 $447,196 $684,576 $681,656 $913,539
Services $268,426 $ 123,566 $247,234 $ 189,624 $369,050
Supplies $81,172 $20,159 $ 13,028 $83,812 $37,200
'Total Expenditures $976,630 $ 590,921 $944,838 $955,092 $ 1,319,789
% Inc/Dec -39% 60% 1% 38%
Revenues less Expenditures $(658,404) $(499,638) $(878,975) $(864,665) $(1,250,989)
• The Clerk and Recorder's office will administer three elections in 2024.
• The increase in FTEs represents additional election judges required for the three elections scheduled
in 2024.
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Assessor
Office Purpose Core Programs
The Assessor's office is responsible for identifying, classifying and 1. Identifying, classifying, and
valuing all taxable real and personal property in Eagle County in valuing property
accordance with statutory provisions.The equitable assessment of
property ensures a fair tax distribution relative to the value of similar
properties.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
The Assessor's Office has elected not to include its
performance measures in this year's budget book.
Assessor (General Fund)
I 2024 Overview '
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
1 $2,843,971 21.0 $51.59
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $62,039 $- $- $- $-'
Charges for Services $30,583 $ 15,675 $ 14,212 $20,180 $ 16,180
'Total Revenues $92,621 $ 15,675 $ 14,212 $20,180 $ 16,1801
% Inc/Dec 202% -83% -9% 42% -20%
Expenditures
FTEs 22.0 21.0 21.0 21.3 21.0
Salaries& Benefits $2,059,904 $ 1,947,259 $2,003,624 $2,304,762 $2,618,840
Services $88,862 $ 118,560 $ 165,293 $244,622 $ 198,635
Internal Service Fees $7,750 $7,975 $8,445 $ 14,342 $ 13,912
Supplies $8,294 $ 12,290 $ 21,662 $23,484 $28,76
otal Expenditures $2,164,810 $2,086,084 $2,199,024 $2,587,210 $2,860,1511
% Inc/Dec 0% -4% 5% 18% 11% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(2,072,189) $(2,070,409) $(2,184,812) $(2,567,030) $(2,843,971)'
• 2023 was a reappraisal year.The decrease in services for 2024 represents the elimination of a
contract for statistical analysis.
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Treasurer & Public Trustee
Office Purpose Core Programs
1 The Treasurer is responsible for mailing property tax notices, collecting 1. Collects and distributes
and disbursing taxes to the taxing authorities, receiving and depositing property taxes
all monies for Eagle County, disbursing monies upon order of the 12. Invests excess funds to earn
board of county commissioners, and investing all excess county funds. revenue
The Public Trustee provides services related to real estate foreclosures
and releases of deeds of trust.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Meet or exceed all statutory deadlines for tax collection 100% 100% 100%
processes.
Maximize investment interest revenue by monitoring Complete Complete Complete
available cash and market interest rates on a regular basis
and make investments that comply with the investment
policy.
Respond to 100%of customer inquiries within 4 hours. 100% 100% 100%
Treasurer (General Fund)
I
2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
1 $5,518,642 7.8 $100.11
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $6,497 $- $- $- $-
Charges for Services $4,744,278 $5,170,214 $5,118,323 $4,829,650 $5,072,050
Investment Earnings $ 1,685,610 $ 1,135,365 $ 1,912,403 $2,756,400 $2,400,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $837,525 $(1,647,750) $(4,290,457) $4,500 $5,500
'Total Revenues $7,273,909 $4,657,829 $2,740,269 $7,590,550 $7,477,550
Inc/Dec 26% -36% -41% 177% -1%
Expenditures
FTEs 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.7 7.8
Salaries&Benefits $717,335 $712,408 $750,264 $863,538 $ 1,001,746
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-
Services $89,601 $79,250 $81,933 $ 108,512 $ 116,012
Internal Service Fees $682,615 $744,547 $794,932 $805,300 $828,600
Supplies $7,291 $3,889 $ 10,689 $ 11,500 $ 12,050
Debt Service $- $336 $- $ 500 $ 500
'Total Expenditures $ 1,496,842 $ 1,540,430 $ 1,637,818 $ 1,789,350 $ 1,958,908
% Inc/Dec 1% 3% 6% 9% 9%
(Revenues less Expenditures $ 5,777,068 $3,117,399 $ 1,102,451 $5,801,200 $5,518,6421
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• Charges for services include statutory fees earned by the Treasurer for the collection of property tax
and other revenues.
• We anticipate revenue earned on investments to decrease in 2024 primarily due to the spend down
of fund balance in the general fund and CIP fund.
• Miscellaneous revenue in 2021 and 2022 includes a mark down to market accounting adjustment.
Public Trustee (Custodial Fund)
2024 Overview I
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $45,110 1.2 $0.82 I
(Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $ 117,496 $ 114,634 $70,353 $70,110 $30,7501
Investment Earnings $839 $58 $2,536 $700 $8501
Miscellaneous Revenue $40 $- $305 $300 $
'Total Revenues $ 118,375 $ 114,691 $73,193 $71,110 $31,600
% Inc/Dec 10% -3% -36% -3% -56%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.3 1.2
Salaries&Benefits $98,766 $77,908 $85,998 $61,899 $43,160
Services $31,353 $ 17,710 $ 18,990 $ 11,650 $33,550
'Total Expenditures $ 130,119 $95,617 $ 104,988 $73,549 $76,710
% Inc/Dec 12% -27% 10% -30% 4%
Revenues less Expenditures $(11,744) $ 19,074 $(31,795) $(2,439) $(45,110)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 138,674 $ 126,930 $ 146,003 $ 114,208 $ 111,769
Ending Fund Balance $ 126,930 $ 146,003 $ 114,208 $ 111,769 $ 66,659
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 98% 153% 109% 152% 87% I
• Revenue received by the Public Trustee is from statutorily required fees related to real estate
foreclosures and releases of deeds of trusts.
• Revenue for the Public Trustee is market based, and we expect that revenues will continue to
decrease because releases have slowed significantly due to increases in interest rates and people
choosing not to refinance. Foreclosures are anticipated to be stable.
• Expenditures are related to publishing of foreclosure notices and the releases of foreclosure related
documents.
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Coroner's Office
Office Purpose Core Programs
Eagle County Coroner's Office is a statutory office that conducts 1. Conducts comprehensive
comprehensive investigations of all unattended deaths in the county. investigations of all
The Coroner determines cause and manner of death through scene unattended deaths in Eagle
investigation, interviews with family and witnesses, autopsies and County
toxicology.The Coroner also positively identifies the deceased, notifies
next of kin of the deceased, and completes death certificates.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
•
The Coroner's Office has elected not to include
performance measures in the budget book.
Coroner (General Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $493,502 3.0 $8.95 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Expenditures
FTEs 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 3.0 '
Salaries& Benefits $209,092 $216,207 $264,237 $319,535 $342,2971
Services $94,183 $78,633 $97,828 $ 115,296 $ 129,331
Internal Service Fees $ 11,206 $ 11,216 $ 11,403 $ 11,740 $ 11,7641
Supplies $ 17,013 $ 5,328 $ 5,728 $8,060 $ 10,1101
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $
'Total Expenditures $331,494 $ 311,384 $379,196 $454,631 $493,5021
0/0 Inc/Dec 14% -6% 22% 20% 9% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(331,494) $(311,384) $(379,196) $(454,631) $(493,502)1
• The increase in salaries is due to the conversion of part-time positions to an additional full-time
position in 2023.
• Costs for transportation of bodies has risen and this increase is reflected in the services
classification.
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Board of Equalization
Office Purpose Core Programs
The County Board of Equalization (CBOE) reviews the valuations of 1. Accepts appeals submitted to
all taxable property appearing in the assessment roll of the county. the CBOE
The board may correct any errors made by the assessor by raising, 2. Schedules and holds hearings to
lowering, or adjusting any valuation so that it is just and equalized determine appeal outcomes
within the county. Pursuant to C.R.S. 39-8-102, the CBOE appoints 3. Notifies residents of appeal
independent hearing officers who are experienced in property outcomes
valuation to conduct hearings, make findings, and submit
recommendations to the CBOE for final decision.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
o % 100% 100%
Staff will process 100/o of correctly submitted appeals 95
within the statutory deadline.
County Board of Equalization (General Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita I
I $60,820 0.2 $1.10 '
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
'Expenditures
'FTEs 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.2 '
'Salaries& Benefits $ 5,907 $26,712 $2,291 $42,140 $26,9701
'Services $ 10,150 $48,273 $ 51,906 $ 58,750 $33,2501
'Supplies $- $600 $- $600 $6001
'Total Expenditures $ 16,057 $75,584 $ 54,198 $ 101,490 $60,820
' % Inc/Dec -81% 371% -28% 87% -40% '
'Revenues less Expenditures $(16,057) $(75,584) $(54,198) $(101,490) $(60,820)1
• 2024 is not a reappraisal year, so we expect decreased costs for hearing officers and software
services in 2024 compared to the prior year.
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Surveyor
Office Purpose Core Programs
The duties of the Surveyor include representing the 1. Recording land survey plats
county in boundary disputes, accepting and indexing 2. Examining survey plats and maps
land survey plats deposited in the Clerk and 3. Ensure maps and subdivisions meet the
Recorder's office, examining survey plats and maps state of Colorado statutes
before they are recorded to ensure proper content 4. Assist constituents and county personnel
and form, and performing surveys to establish with survey questions, research property
boundaries of county property, including road rights history, locate deeds and legal descriptions
of way, and any other surveys necessary to the
county.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Notify the county attorney of any unsettled boundary 100% 100% 100%
disputes or boundary discrepancies within 5 days of
becoming aware of such discrepancies.
Follow all statutes in the completion of all duties assigned 100% 100% 100%
to the county surveyor.
Surveyor (General Fund)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
I $20,267 1.0 $0.37 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Expenditures
FTEs 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 I
Salaries&Benefits $ 15,522 $ 14,677 $ 13,873 $ 15,767 $ 19,3471
Services $706 $ 565 $617 $920 $9201
Supplies $- $- $- $- $-
'Total Expenditures $ 16,228 $ 15,241 $ 14,490 $ 16,687 $20,267
% Inc/Dec 6% -6% -5% 15% 21% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(16,228) $(15,241) $(14,490) $(16,687) $(20,267)I
• Surveyor operations are expected to remain stable for 2024 with the exception of increased cost of
health insurance benefits.
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Elected Officials/Surrendered Funds
Office Purpose Core Programs
This department was created in 2020 to account for all found, 1. Recognize and reward
abandoned, and donated money collected by the Sheriff's office. The employees
money in this department can be used by any elected official for 2. Reinvest into the local
recognizing and rewarding employees or for reinvesting into the local community
community.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
This department does not report performance measures. N/A N/A N/A
Elected Officials/Surrendered Funds (General Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita I
I $24,976 N/A $0.45 ' I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
'Revenues
'Charges for Services $- $- $2,981 $- $-I
'Investment Earnings $- $- $- $24 $241
'Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $ 14,947 $ 5,000 $5,0004
'Total Revenues $0 $0 $17,928 $5,024 $5,02
I % Inc/Dec -72% 0% I
I I
IE x p e n d i t u r e s I
'Services $- $3,000 $4,224 $22,500 $22,5001
'Supplies $4,000 $- $9,750 $7,500 $7,5001
'Total Expenditures $4,000 $3,000 $ 13,974 $30,000 $30,000
I %Inc/Dec -25% 366% 115% 0% I
'Revenues less Expenditures $(4,000) $(3,000) $3,954 $(24,976) $(24,976)1
• We expect expenditures to be similar to 2023 amounts.
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District Attorney
Office Purpose Core Programs
The Office of the District Attorney(DA), Fifth Judicial 1. Prosecutes criminal justice cases
District, operates the district attorney function for the 2. Provides assistance to witnesses and
counties of Clear Creek, Eagle, Lake, and Summit.The victims of crime
overall cost of the DA's office is split between each of 3. Oversees alternative programming such as
the counties based on a formula that considers diversion and restorative justice
population, assessed valuation, taxable sales, and
caseload of each county.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
The District Attorney does not report performance N/A N/A N/A
measures to Eagle County Government.
District Attorney (General Fund)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$2,086,270 N/A $37.84
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
'Expenditures
'Intergovernmental $ 1,968,358 $ 1,712,642 $2,199,251 $2,427,519 $2,086,2701
'Total Expenditures $ 1,968,358 $ 1,712,642 $2,199,251 $2,427,519 $2,086,270
% Inc/Dec 1% -13% 28% 10% -14%
'Revenues less Expenditures $(1,968,358) $(1,712,642) $(2,199,251) $(2,427,519) $(2,086,270)I
• In Colorado, District Attorneys are elected for each of the 22 judicial districts in the state.The DA's
office maintains its own books and records and is responsible for approving its budget.
• The 5th Judicial District DA's office has total budgeted expenditures of$5.9 million for 2024(a 5%
increase from $5.6 million in 2023).The majority of the increase is due to an increase in the number
and cost of staffing.
• These expenditures are paid for by a combination of contributions from each of the four counties,
grant revenue, and mandated costs. The contributions from each of the four counties is determined
using a formula based upon the following factors within each county: population, assessed
valuation, net taxable sales and actual caseload within each county.
• This budget represents Eagle County's contribution to the DA's office.The 2024 contribution has
decreased because the DA has not been able to fill open positions and has saved portions of the
county contributions from previous years.
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Support Our Workforce
The Support our Workforce strategic priority includes implementing innovative solutions to encourage
affordable housing, supporting accessible, quality early childhood care and education programming, and
supporting mental health services and access to affordable healthcare. In the following pages we will review
the budgets of departments that are engaged with the work of supporting the Eagle County workforce.
Department Fund 2024 2024 FTE
ExPalommi_
Human Services Human Services $ 10,602,698 69.7
Human Services Lodging Tax Fund $3,730,200 0.0
Public Health & Environment Public Health & Environment $7,143,793 41.5
Public Health &Environment Mental Health Fund $830,500 0.0
Housing Housing Operations $2,619,410 7.3
Housing Housing Loan Fund $ 150,000 0.0
Housing Workforce Housing Rental $522,240 0.6
Housing& Resiliency ECHDA $47,199,424 0.0
Housing The Valley Home Store $346,600 3.0
Housing Seniors on Broadway $ 115,601 0.4
Housing CMC Building 2 $ 261,664 0.7
Housing Lake Creek Village $- 0.0
(Housing Golden Eagle Elderly Housing $309,328 1.0
ILI otal for Support our Workforce $73,831,458 124.2
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Human Services
Department Purpose Core Programs
Human services works with and provides services to 1. Adult Protection,Adult Case Management
individuals, children and families to help build a solid 2. Child Protection
foundation for reaching their full potential and 3. Child Maltreatment Prevention
overall well-being. The department's mission is to 4. Collaborative Management Program
build safe, stable, hopeful futures. 5. Colorado Community Response
6. Early Head Start
7. Early Childhood Initiatives
8. Veterans Services
9. Medicaid
10. Food Assistance(SNAP)
11. Adult Financial
12. Child Care Assistance Program
13. Colorado Works
14. Employment First
15. Child Support Services
16. Fraud Investigation
17. Quality Assurance
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Meet or exceed state-established standards for timeliness Achieved Exceed Exceed
of public assistance programs application processing
Meet or exceed state-established standards for Child Achieved Exceed Exceed
Support case initiation and disbursements
Meet or exceed state-established standards for response Achieved Exceed Exceed
time, monthly contacts, assessments and engagement with
Adult and Child Protection cases
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Human Services Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
I 2024 Overview I
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$1,156,721 69.7 $20.98 I
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $3,154,433 $3,466,895 $3,517,331 $3,472,742 $4,080,3271
Federal Grants $ 2,083,140 $ 1,736,537 $ 1,916,612 $ 1,898,391 $ 1,827,4871
Grants- Non Federal $3,845,412 $3,596,403 $4,582,704 $4,064,346 $3,528,1631
Charges For Services $2,789 $ 16,605 $ 15,135 $8,000 $ 10,0001
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 1,620 $26,352 $32,007 $- $
!Total Revenues $9,087,393 $8,842,792 $ 10,063,789 $9,443,479 $9,445,977
%Inc/Dec 116% -3% 14% -6% 0% I
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 59.6 60.6 65.1 68.7 69.7 !
Salaries&Benefits $ 5,189,698 $ 5,305,016 $5,699,430 $6,976,520 $8,183,0521
Services $2,990,904 $ 2,601,820 $3,161,205 $3,525,144 $2,340,7041
Internal Service Fees $ 19,987 $21,951 $27,271 $32,663 $44,5471
Supplies $76,366 $99,236 $64,312 $ 114,764 $34,3951
!Total Expenditures $8,276,955 $8,028,022 $8,952,219 $ 10,649,091 $ 10,602,698
% Inc/Dec 108% -3% 12% 19% 0% I
Revenues less Expenditures $810,438 $814,769 $ 1,111,570 $(1,205,612) $(1,156,721)
Beginning Fund Balance $3,066,096 $3,876,534 $4,691,304 $5,802,874 $4,597,262
Ending Fund Balance $3,876,534 $4,691,304 $5,802,874 $4,597,262 $3,440,5411
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 47% 58% 65% 43% 32% I
• The Early Head Start program receives the majority($1.0 million) of the federal grants budgeted for
this fund. Other federal grants include the Employment First,Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, and Child Support Services programs. The accounting treatment of this revenue is federal
grant revenue, however these are generally federal or state (for the items in the state and local
grants classification)allocations to support mandated programs.
• State and local grants fund a portion of the following programs: child and adult protection and
maltreatment prevention, medical,food and financial assistance, employment support, child care
assistance,veterans services, fraud investigation, audit and internal financial management.
• In addition to the grant funded programs outlined above, the county also funds other programs
through this fund, including implementation of the early childhood strategic priorities related to
improvements to access and quality of the early childhood system within Eagle County.This
strategic priority is jointly funded by the Lodging Tax Fund.
• One additional caseworker position was added to this fund in 2023 through the budget amendment
process to address increased caseloads.
• Additional grant funding will be sought in 2024 to ensure ongoing viability of programs offered
within this fund.
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Lodging Tax Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $514,200 N/A $9.33
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $- $- $- $3,500,000 $3,200,000
Investment Earnings $- $- $- $- $ 16,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $ -
'Total Revenues $- $- $- $3,500,000 $3,216,000
0/0 Inc/Dec -8%
Expenditures
Services $- $- $- $627,900 $ 1,440,000
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $397,710 $2,250,000
Internal Service Fees $- $- $- $30,000 $40,200
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $405 $-
'Total Expenditures $- $- $- $ 1,056,015 $3,730,200
0/0 Inc/Dec 253%
Revenues less Expenditures $- $- $- $2,443,985 $(514,200)
Beginning Fund Balance $- $- $- $- $2,443,985
'Ending Fund Balance $- $- $- $2,443,985 $ 1,929,7851
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 231% 52% I
• The lodging tax is a 2%tax on the rental fee of a short term stay within unincorporated Eagle County
or the town of Gypsum that Eagle County voters approved in 2022.The revenue can be used for
supporting advertising and marketing(10%) and to provide additional childcare and affordable
housing for local workers. In 2023 and 2024, the commissioners have elected to dedicate the full
90%to early childhood education programs.
• 10%of the lodging tax revenue is dedicated for advertising and marketing. Spending decisions for
these funds are made by the Eagle County Lodging Tax Marketing Committee.
• The remaining funds will be allocated in the following manner: Early childhood workforce stipends
($1.8 million), nurse/health consultant($120k), rental/mortgage payments for early childhood
centers ($600k), health/safety grants ($50k), lower ratio subsidy($800k), and infant/toddler
expansion incentive($200k). These recommendations were made by the Early Childhood advisory
group and steering committee.
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Public Health & Environment
Department Purpose Core Programs
Eagle County Public Health and Environment strives to ensure ALL 1. Disease Prevention
people of Eagle County have the opportunities to live a healthy life and 2. Environmental Health
reach their fullest potential.We envision a A community that values 3. Healthy Aging
ALL people and our environment as a foundation for health. By 4. Healthy Families
working with the community, we can unlock the opportunities for a 5. Policy& Partnerships
healthy life. 6. Mental Health
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Ensure immunization rates for school-required 93% 90% 90%
vaccinations among kindergarteners is 90% or higher.
Improve safe food handling practices by conducting a 570 550 550
minimum of 550 restaurant inspections.
Promote social connectedness and decrease isolation 2,914 2,800 2,800
among older adults by hosting events for at least 2,800
clients, including lunches, exercise classes, support groups,
and social trips.
Foster a supportive and nurturing environment for young 1,306 1,410 1,460
children by providing wellbeing services(nutrition,
breastfeeding, mental health, physical development)to a
minimum of 1,400 families.
Students that receive school-based counseling will report 85% 80% 80%
an improvement in their symptoms and wellness at the
time of discharge
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ECPHE Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
' $1,362,227 41.5 $24.71 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $ 1,962,629 $ 1,075,331 $ 1,121,048 $ 1,000,000 $ 1,120,000
Federal Grants $ 1,486,112 $2,365,469 $ 2,964,879 $ 1,944,143 $631,590
Grants-Non Federal $ 1,627,632 $ 1,254,384 $974,466 $ 1,072,280 $869,259
Charges For Services $354,146 $384,355 $379,260 $402,166 $437,717
Miscellaneous Revenue $6,837 $23,405 $69,794 $- $ 100,000
Interfund Transfers In $2,160,000 $ 1,850,000 $ 1,000,000 $ 1,500,000 $2,623,000
'Total Revenues $7,597,355 $6,952,944 $6,509,447 $5,918,589 $5,781,566
% Inc/Dec 105% -8% -6% -9% -2%
Expenditures
FTEs 37.2 43.2 51.0 44.1 41.5
Salaries&Benefits $3,451,289 $3,990,343 $4,264,918 $4,782,589 $ 5,260,876
Services $ 1,270,372 $ 1,725,687 $ 1,630,851 $2,300,232 $ 1,573,582
Internal Service Fees $71,539 $83,392 $74,739 $96,436 $ 112,975
Supplies $ 146,399 $225,569 $ 193,593 $255,967 $ 196,360
Capital Outlay $- $420 $- $- $-
[Total Expenditures $4,939,599 $ 6,025,411 $ 6,164,102 $7,435,224 $7,143,793
% Inc/Dec 35% 22% 2% 21% -4%
Revenues less Expenditures $2,657,757 $927,533 $345,345 $(1,516,635) $(1,362,227)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 571,136 $3,228,893 $4,156,425 $4,501,770 $2,985,135
Ending Fund Balance $3,228,893 $4,156,425 $4,501,770 $2,985,135 $ 1,622,908
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 65% 69% 73% 40% 23%
• Both 2023 and 2024 saw a decline in Covid related Federal grants.
• Advancing Health Literacy grant(non-Federal) ended in 2023 and corresponding revenues and
expenses were eliminated from the 2024 budget.
• The transfer in from the general fund was increased to $2.6 million to cover costs of the strategic
priorities of behavioral health and the family connects program in 2024.
• While there is an operating deficit in this fund, there is a sufficient fund balance to continue the
programming in 2024. Funding and programming will be reviewed during 2024 to ensure a balanced
budget that meets Eagle County Government's financial policies in 2025.
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Mental Health Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
2024 Overview '
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $75,500 N/A $1.37 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $783,604 $833,832 $769,154 $750,000 $750,0001
Investment Earnings $ 10,682 $4,650 $6,635 $3,140 $5,0001
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-I
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $- $
'Total Revenues $794,286 $838,482 $775,790 $753,140 $755,000
% Inc/Dec 21% 6% -7% -3% 0%
Expenditures
Services $965,007 $861,010 $760,000 $860,000 $736,000
Internal Service Fees $7,665 $7,997 $8,181 $7,500 $7,500
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $55,000 $87,000
'Total Expenditures $972,672 $869,006 $768,181 $922,500 $830,500
% Inc/Dec 9% -11% -12% 20% -10%
Revenues less Expenditures $(178,386) $(30,524) $7,609 $(169,360) $(75,500)
Beginning Fund Balance $663,454 $485,068 $454,544 $462,153 $292,793
Ending Fund Balance $485,068 $454,544 $462,153 $292,793 $217,293
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 50% 52% 60% 32% 26%
• The Mental Health Advisory Committee makes recommendations for spending from this fund.
• Programs in 2024 include the Aspen Hope Center Crisis Response, Eagle County School District
School Based Counselors, Eagle Valley Hope Center Crisis Response, MIRA- Our Community
Foundation, and Roaring Fork School District School Based Counselors.
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Housing
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Housing team preserves existing 1. Housing Services to support renters, home buyers, and
housing, both for rent and for sale units, homeowners
while strategically developing new units 2. The Valley Home Store offers brokerage services for sale
and providing housing programs to deed restricted housing units
support the full spectrum of housing needs 3. Property Management
in Eagle County. 4. Development Partnerships with public and private
sectors.
5. Development of new housing units
6. Rental properties
7. Homeless services in tri-county region
8. Education
9. Counseling and foreclosure prevention
10. Down payment assistance
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Development(construction ready) of new units -target 500 33 164 169
units from 2022 to 2025
Programs to support renters, buyers, and homeowners - 168 214 250
target 900 units from 2022 to 2025
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Housing Operations (Special Revenue Fund)
' Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita '
I $1,817,560 7.3 $32.97
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 15,018 $- $ 100,822 $588,828 $258,3331
Charges For Services $260,131 $297,070 $300,475 $474,090 $375,5171
Internal Service Revenue $ 1,201,902 $764,975 $382,487 $- $ 168,0001
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 10,779 $- $ 1,871 $- $-I
Interfund Transfers In $- $4,925,000 $3,181,550 $- $-I
'Total Revenues $ 1,487,830 $ 5,987,045 $3,967,204 $ 1,062,918 $801,850
% Inc/Dec -1% 302% -34% -73% -25%
Expenditures
FTEs 5.3 5.4 5.4 7.3 7.3
Salaries&Benefits $ 1,139,320 $626,925 $680,892 $ 1,016,154 $970,147
Services $322,843 $ 532,655 $887,231 $742,393 $773,100
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-'
Internal Service Fees $- $3,853 $(7) $263 $ 1,163
Supplies $64 $ 138 $239 $ 1,182 $-I
Capital Outlay $- $263,181 $2,961,016 $ 841,000 $875,000
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $779,905 $ 189,000 $
'Total Expenditures $ 1,462,228 $ 1,426,751 $5,309,277 $2,789,992 $2,619,410
% Inc/Dec -2% -2% 272% -47% -6% I
Revenues less Expenditures $25,602 $4,560,294 $(1,342,073) $(1,727,074) $(1,817,560)
Beginning Fund Balance $943,248 $968,850 $5,529,144 $4,187,071 $2,459,997
Ending Fund Balance $968,850 $ 5,529,144 $4,187,071 $2,459,997 $642,4371
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 66% 388% 79% 88% 25% '
• Transfers into this fund in 2021 and 2022 represent a portion of the county's Bold Housing Moves
and strategic priorities related to increasing the availability of workforce housing throughout the
county. The remainder of the $10 million commitment occurred in the ECHDA and The Valley Home
Store funds.
• The federal grant represents the homeless services grant, which has offsetting expenditures to
manage the program.
• Charges for services include wage reimbursements from the properties that are managed by Eagle
County staff but owned by other entities.
• Internal service revenue represents a transfer from ECHDA to support the wages allocated to this
fund.
• Salaries have gone down because the change in ownership of Seniors on Broadway requires that we
account for salaries as a reimbursement of wages instead of revenue. No staffing changes are
budgeted for 2024.
• Services expenditures are the administrative fee paid by this fund to the General Fund, Eagle County
employee master lease program, and the homeless services program.
• The capital outlay represents continued investment in the West Eagle Affordable Housing project. All
other Bold Housing Moves are funded through the Eagle County Housing and Development
Authority beginning in 2023.
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Housing Loan Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
' $150,000 N/A $2.72 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
'Expenditures
'Services $- $- $ 58,928 $- $-'
'Interfund Transfers Out $ 152,320 $ 152,034 $91,657 $200,000 $ 150,000
'Total Expenditures $ 152,320 $ 152,034 $ 150,585 $200,000 $ 150,000'
' %Inc/Dec -40% 0% -1% 33% -25% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(152,320) $(152,034) $(150,585) $(200,000) $(150,000)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 855,919 $703,599 $ 551,565 $400,980 $200,980I
'Ending Fund Balance $703,599 $ 551,565 $400,980 $200,980 $50,9801
I Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 462% 363% 266% 100% 34% I
• Activity in this fund relates to the repayment of existing down payment assistance loans. Cash
proceeds from the repayment of these loans goes to ECHDA to make new down payment assistance
loans.
• The reduction in this fund's fund balance reflects the repayment of loans made by the program prior
to 2010 when we began making loans directly from ECHDA.This fund will eventually zero out after
all Eagle county loans are repaid and the proceeds are transferred to ECHDA.
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Workforce Housing Rentals (Special Revenue Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
1 $11,709 0.6 $0.21
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Rental $ 102,392 $417,416 $467,608 $489,715 $ 533,877
Investment Earnings $ 1 $ 5 $36 $72 $72
Miscellaneous Revenue $44,634 $ 10,995 $ 1,616 $- $-
'Total Revenues $ 147,027 $428,415 $469,261 $489,787 $533,949
% Inc/Dec 10% 4% 9%
Expenditures
FTEs 0.0 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
Salaries& Benefits $ 5,545 $45,561 $44,896 $ 51,200 $66,996
Services $ 129,327 $336,221 $ 139,630 $ 189,241 $ 171,736
Supplies $3,850 $3,192 $ 17,971 $ 15,815 $7,608
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $ 17,900
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $ 228,322 $234,000 $258,000
'Total Expenditures $ 138,722 $384,974 $430,820 $490,256 $522,240
% Inc/Dec 12% 14% 7%
Revenues less Expenditures $8,305 $43,441 $38,441 $(469) $ 11,709
Beginning Fund Balance $- $8,305 $ 51,746 $90,187 $89,718
Ending Fund Balance $8,305 $51,746 $90,187 $89,718 $ 101,427
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 6% 13% 21% 18% 19%
• Two10 at Castle Peak is a 22 unit workforce housing rental property in the town of Eagle.The
complex is Leed Certified and is home to Eagle County School District, Eagle County Government
and other local workforce employees.The rent is below 80% of market rate.
• Excess revenue from the operations of Two10 is transferred to the CIP fund to assist in the
repayment of the debt associated with its construction.
• 431 Broadway is a 5 bedroom home located in the heart of downtown Eagle and houses ECO Transit
employees.
• 800 Castle is a duplex house in Eagle that houses two Eagle County Government employees and
their families.
• All workforce rentals are capped at 80% of AMI to increase housing affordability for our local
workforce.
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ECHDA(Blended Component Unit)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$17,279,899 N/A $313.46
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $- $- $- $- $6,500,000
Grants-Non Federal $30,000 $85,000 $62,400 $ 10,000 $30,000
Charges For Services $382,614 $560,205 $ 168,511 $ 108,641 $ 165,525
Interfund Transfers In $652,320 $552,034 $ 53,449,519 $200,000 $2,150,000
Investment Earnings $346,788 $395,287 $892,020 $ 1,753,500 $ 1,770,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $(9,082) $2,281 $446,723 $73,000 $ 19,304,000
'Total Revenues $1,402,641 $1,594,807 $55,019,173 $2,145,141 $29,919,525
% Inc/Dec -23% 14% 3350% -96% 1295%
Expenditures
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-
Services $808,114 $ 870,468 $427,872 $4,288,320 $3,826,4741
Supplies $967 $ 1,791 $3,135 $8,952 $2,950
Capital Outlay $ 182 $- $- $23,748,888 $43,370,000
Grants&Contributions Issued $- $- $- $- $
dotal Expenditures $809,262 $872,260 $431,007 $28,046,160 $47,199,424�
% Inc/Dec -16% 8% -51% 6407% 68%
Revenues less Expenditures $ 593,378 $722,547 $ 54,588,166 $(25,901,019) $(17,279,899)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 16,830,949 $ 17,424,327 $ 18,146,874 $72,735,040 $46,834,021
Ending Fund Balance $ 17,424,327 $ 18,146,874 $72,735,040 $46,834,021 $29,554,1221
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 2153% 2080% 16876% 167% 63% I
• In the county's annual comprehensive financial report, Eagle County Housing and Development
Authority is consolidated with The Valley Home Store, Lake Creek Village Apartments, Seniors on
Broadway(2023)and CMC Building 2 (2023), collectively referred to as ECHDA.This chart shows only
ECHDA activity.The Valley Home Store, Lake Creek Village Apartments, Seniors on Broadway
Apartments, and CMC Building 2 are shown separately.
• The federal grants budgeted in 2024 related to grant awards received in 2023 for the Aid for ADU's
program ($2.5 million), the Haymeadow affordable housing units ($2.0 million) and the CMC Building
3 project($2.0 million).
• Miscellaneous Revenue includes the resale of the 43 Haymeadow housing units and 21 garages that
will be purchased by the ECHDA(within the capital outlay line item)and then resold with a deed
restriction at an affordable price to local households. Sales prices have not yet been finalized, but we
expect an average sales price of approximately$447,000. Final pricing will be determined in early
2024.
• Beginning in 2023, the Bold Housing Moves are budgeted within the ECHDA Fund. Planned
expenditures in 2024 are: $2.5M for the Locals First cash offer program, $600k for the Lease to Local
long Term rental subsidy program, $123k for the Rental Funds program, and $3.3M for the Good
Deeds program. $150,000 for marketing these programs is also included in the budget.
• A new partnership program with Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley is being piloted in 2024.The
program will allow for Habitat families to access homes outside of Habitat built homes. $2 million is
budgeted for this pilot program. The first homes are targeted to be at the Timber Ridge
redevelopment in Vail.
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• Capital outlay includes $13 million in funding for the third 36-unit workforce housing project on the
Colorado Mountain College campus in Edwards. We are also budgeting a contribution of$3 million
from ECHDA towards the 20 units of workforce housing at the Freedom Park campus in Edwards.
The purchase of the Haymeadow units is budgeted at$20 million.
• $2 million will be added to the housing programs to support local rental housing needs, details of
which will be presented in early 2024.
The Valley Home Store (Blended Component Unit)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $132,900 3.0 $2.41 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Intergovernmental Revenue $- $- $- $- $-I
Charges for Services $241,608 $242,781 $334,492 $268,250 $479,5001
Grants-Non Federal $- $- $- $- $-I
Interfund Transfers In $- $36,000 $ 180,000 $ 189,000 $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 18,410 $7,222 $ 12,228 $- $
'Total Revenues $260,019 $286,003 $ 526,720 $457,250 $479,500
% Inc/Dec -17% 10% 84% -13% 5%
Expenditures
FTEs 2.0 2.0 4.0 3.0 3.0
Salaries& Benefits $ 166,903 $ 194,561 $337,152 $272,556 $311,965
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-'
Services $32,092 $ 18,297 $ 11,999 $33,363 $29,155
Supplies $ 1,244 $2,417 $2,276 $5,380 $5,480
Grants&Contributions Issued $- $- $- $- $-I
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $- $
'Total Expenditures $200,239 $215,274 $351,427 $311,299 $346,600
% Inc/Dec -49% 8% 63% -11% 11% I
Revenues less Expenditures $59,780 $70,729 $ 175,293 $ 145,951 $ 132,9001
Beginning Fund Balance $78,094 $ 137,874 $208,602 $383,896 $529,847
Ending Fund Balance $ 137,874 $208,602 $383,896 $ 529,847 $662,7471
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 69% 97% 109% 170% 191% I
• Revenue for The Valley Home Store comes from administrative fees earned through the sale of deed
restricted housing units as well as intergovernmental revenue from partners for whom TVHS
provides services.
• The increase in charges for services in 2024 is due to the sale of the Haymeadow workforce housing
units.The Valley Home Store is increasing the deed restricted resale stock through Bold Housing
Moves programs, so revenues will increase over time.
• The Valley Home Store is consolidated into the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority in
the county's annual comprehensive financial report.
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Seniors on Broadway(Blended Component Unit)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
I $523 0.4 $0.01 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $- $- $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $- $- $- $- $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $313,335 $2081
Rental $- $- $- $ 114,192 $ 114,8701
'Total Revenues $- $- $- $427,527 $ 115,078
Inc/Dec -73% I
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.4 0.4 I
Salaries& Benefits $- $- $- $32,582 $42,6341
Services $- $- $- $73,251 $62,4671
Supplies $- $- $- $- $-'
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $ 17,000 $ 10,5001
Debt Service $- $- $- $- $
'Total Expenditures $- $- $- $ 122,833 $ 115,601
0/0 Inc/Dec -6% I
Revenues less Expenditures $- $- $- $304,694 $(523)
Beginning Fund Balance $- $- $- $- $304,69
Ending Fund Balance $- $- $- $304,694 $304,171'
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 248% 263% I
• Seniors on Broadway is a 14-unit apartment complex located in the town of Eagle that offers 1-and
2-bedroom apartments designated for senior citizens and disabled persons.The property was built
in 2008 and financed through the low income housing tax credit program and a loan from Eagle
County Government.
• On December 31, 2022, the limited partnership interest in the ownership entity, Seniors on
Broadway LP, was transferred from National Development Corporation to the Eagle County Housing
and Development Authority, so this property is now included as part of the Eagle County Housing
and Development Authority budget. As this property's ownership changed beginning in 2023, no
past operating data is included. For reference, past operating data is included in the ECHDA Budget
Book.
• 2023 miscellaneous revenue represents the assumption of the Seniors on Broadway partnership
interests.
• No major projects are anticipated for 2024.
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Colorado Mountain College Building#2 (Blended Component Unit)
I 2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
' $494,543 0.7 $8.97
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-I
Investment Earnings $- $- $- $- $ 120
Rental $- $- $- $20,600 $756,087
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $30,000 $-
Total Revenues $- $- $- $ 50,600 $756,207
% Inc/Dec 1394%
Expenditures
FTEs 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.7 0.7
Salaries& Benefits $- $- $- $- $72,737
Services $- $- $- $25,150 $ 180,487
Supplies $- $- $- $ 1,000 $8,440
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $-I
Debt Service $- $- $- $- $41
'Total Expenditures $- $- $- $26,150 $261,66
%Inc/Dec 901% I
Revenues less Expenditures $- $- $- $24,450 $494,5431
Beginning Fund Balance $- $- $- $- $24,450
Ending Fund Balance $- $- $- $24,450 $ 518,993'
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 93% 198% I
• Colorado Mountain College Building#2 (CMC#2) is a 36-unit apartment complex located in Edwards
that offers studio and 2-bedroom apartments designated for CMC students and the workforce.The
property was completed in December 2023. ECHDA owns the building subject to the Site Lease and
Development Agreement executed by ECHDA and CMC in July 2022; CMC retains ownership of the
land.
• The 2024 budget is based upon ECHDA's experience managing other similar projects.
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Lake Creek Village (Blended Component Unit)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $0 0.0 $0.00 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 100,000 $- $- $- $-'
Rental $4,295,735 $4,823,772 $344,241 $- $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $30,127 $ 13 $ 51,854,171 $- $-I
'Total Revenues $4,425,862 $4,823,785 $ 52,198,412 $- $-
% Inc/Dec -7% 9% 982% -100% (
Expenditures '
FTEs 6.5 5.5 5.0 0.0 0.0
Salaries& Benefits $479,492 $461,764 $72,114 $- $-'
Services $ 1,507,737 $ 1,884,951 $ 1,383,899 $- $1
Supplies $82,794 $82,734 $5,246 $- $1
Capital Outlay $ 1,017,012 $999,644 $84,359 $- $-'
Debt Service $935,251 $917,692 $75,467 $- $-'
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $ 52,057,957 $- $
'Total Expenditures $4,022,285 $4,346,784 $53,679,042 $- $-
0/0 Inc/Dec -15% 8% 1135% -100% I
Revenues less Expenditures $403,577 $477,001 $(1,480,630) $- $
Beginning Fund Balance $600,053 $ 1,003,629 $1,480,630 $0 $01
Ending Fund Balance $ 1,003,629 $ 1,480,630 $0 $0 $0'
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 25% 34% 0% I
• Lake Creek Village LLC sold the property in January 2022. All proceeds of the sale were transferred to
the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority in 2022. Past operating results are included in
this budget book, however ECHDA is no longer a majority owner of the property so no financials will
be included in 2023 or future budgets.
• This sale included a rental restriction on all units at 75%Area Median Income per Colorado Housing
and Finance Authority's annual guidelines specific to Eagle County wages.
• Lake Creek Village Apartments is consolidated into the Eagle County Housing and Development
Authority in the county's annual comprehensive financial report.
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Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation (Discretely Presented Component Unit)
! 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
! $647 1.0 $0.01
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $33,326 $54,665 $- $- $
Grants- Non Federal $- $ 125,000 $- $70,000 $-
Investment Earnings $257 $32 $439 $ 1,200 $ 1,200
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $ 5,782 $- $-!
Rental $247,997 $252,923 $253,590 $275,373 $307,481
!Total Revenues $281,581 $432,620 $259,811 $346,573 $308,681
% Inc/Dec -5% 54% -40% 33% -11%
Expenditures
FTEs 0.7 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Salaries&Benefits $ 55,642 $74,673 $74,359 $83,781 $ 109,629
Services $ 165,729 $ 132,743 $ 121,393 $247,975 $ 162,663
Supplies $6,495 $3,823 $6,279 $ 12,936 $ 13,036
Capital Outlay $85,607 $91,442 $99,471 $- $-!
Debt Service $24,244 $23,501 $22,713 $21,876 $24,0001
!Total Expenditures $337,717 $326,182 $324,215 $366,568 $309,328
% Inc/Dec -6% -3% -1% 13% -16% !
Revenues less Expenditures $(56,136) $ 106,438 $(64,404) $(19,995) $(647)I
Beginning Fund Balance $222,051 $ 165,915 $272,353 $ 207,948 $ 187,953
Ending Fund Balance $ 165,915 $272,353 $207,948 $ 187,953 $ 187,3061
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 49% 83% 64% 51% 61% !
• The 36-unit Golden Eagle Elderly Housing apartment complex located in the town of Eagle offers 1
bedroom apartments designated for senior citizens and disabled persons. Golden Eagle Elderly
Housing Corporation, whose board members are appointed by the board of county commissioners,
purchased the facility in 2003.
• USDA Rural Development, the property's lender, has additional subsidy available, so the rental
revenue was increased by$75 per unit per month in 2024.
• Services include maintenance service contracts for landscaping, snow removal and general
maintenance.
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Create a Resilient Economy
The Create a Resilient Economy strategic priority promotes economic retention
to benefit all residents, increasing transportation options and updating plans and resources for an
additional interchange along Interstate 70. In the following pages we will review the budgets of departments
that are engaged with the work of creating a resilient economy.
Department I Fund 4.j11111111,_ 2024 FTE
Mi
ECO Transit ECO Transit $ 17,133,808 38.2
'Airport Airport $ 15,361,166 35.5
'Airport Eagle County Air Terminal $9,009,868 0.0
IECO Trails ECO Trails $2,319,510 3.1
'Economic Resiliency General Fund $661,448 3.0
'Fair&Rodeo General Fund $725,121 1.5
CSU ExtensionIT
General Fund $226,255 0.1
otal for Create a Resilient Economy $45,437,176 81.4
ECO Transit
Department Purpose Core Programs
ECO Transit provides multi-modal, environmentally sensitive public 1. Schedules and operates bus
transportation choices that are safe, efficient, and reliable. ECO transportation
provides bus service 21 hours per day, with a total fleet of 34 buses.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Successfully transitioned operations from ECO Transit to New in 2024 New in 2024 Transition by
the newly formed Eagle Valley Regional Transit Authority. 9/30/2024
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ECO Transit (Special Revenue Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $0 37.7 $0.00 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2022 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $9,042,898 $ 11,403,673 $ 14,046,638 $ 14,092,492 $ 13,672,2201
Federal Grants $ 5,261,223 $270,790 $ 5,028,037 $4,286,790 $2,128,8141
Grants- Non Federal $ 1,302,160 $3,431,491 $(360) $- $-'
Charges For Services $ 1,056,540 $ 1,598,599 $2,241,563 $ 1,709,955 $985,5241
Rental $6,600 $7,200 $42,093 $50,400 $36,000
Investment Earnings $ 113,481 $95,114 $275,398 $470,640 $311,250
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 157,083 $31,714 $ 17,844 $- $-
Interfund Transfers In $296,453 $61,128 $- $- $-
ITotal Revenues $ 17,236,437 $ 16,899,708 $21,651,213 $20,610,277 $ 17,133,808
% Inc/Dec 19% -2% 28% -5% -17%
Expenditures
FTEs 67.5 65.0 73.9 73.9 37.7
Salaries&Benefits $ 5,278,501 $ 5,612,813 $6,404,679 $7,664,534 $ 5,397,294
Services $2,760,901 $2,878,628 $3,298,113 $3,397,769 $2,109,132
Internal Service Fees $597,728 $877,249 $ 1,270,259 $ 1,305,841 $ 3,004,309
Intergovernmental $939,557 $ 1,023,934 $ 1,295,220 $3,439,608 $6,293,901
Supplies $456,268 $245,440 $507,845 $695,522 $246,820
Capital Outlay $3,415,714 $2,736,207 $ 1,388,569 $ 10,874,433 $82,352
Interfund Transfers Out $- $61,128 $- $- $-
'Total Expenditures $ 13,448,668 $ 13,435,399 $ 14,164,684 $27,377,707 $ 17,133,808
0/0 Inc/Dec 0% 0% 5% 93% -37%
Revenues less Expenditures $3,787,769 $3,464,309 $7,486,529 $(6,767,430) $-
Beginning Fund Balance $ 6,843,827 $ 10,631,596 $ 16,504,056 $23,990,585 $ 17,223,155
Ending Fund Balance $ 10,631,596 $ 14,095,905 $23,990,585 $ 17,223,155 $ 17,223,155
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 79% 105% 169% 63% 101%
• In November 2022, select Eagle County voters approved the formation of the Eagle Valley
Transportation Authority(EVTA). The EVTA will support regional transit services throughout the Eagle
River Valley.Throughout 2023 and 2024, ECO Transit operations will transition to this new
organization.The ECO Transit fund will continue to collect its sales tax, however will pass the
majority of the proceeds to the EVTA upon full operational transition. This budget accounts for the
transition of a majority of the services offered by ECO Transit on or around June 30, 2024.
• Eagle County Government will continue to collect .5% sales tax for trails and transit. What is not
spent to support these amenities will be transferred to the EVTA.This transfer is included in the
intergovernmental expenditure category.
• Sales tax revenue will remain flat compared to 2023 as discussed in the Revenue Trends section.
• Federal grants in 2022 included a significant amount of one-time funding from the Coronavirus Aid,
Relief, and Economic Security Act(CARES) and Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental
Appropriations Act(CRRSAA). 2024 grant funding is more consistent with traditional annual levels.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Airport
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Eagle County Regional Airport serves resort communities in the 1. Provide safe, secure,
Rocky Mountain region of Colorado. It provides both residents and federally compliant
visitors with a full complement of aviation activities including public-use airfield
commercial airline service and general aviation operations.The 2. Fire fighting services for the
Colorado Army National Guard also uses the Airport as its airport
High-Altitude Army National Guard Aviation Training Site(HAATS), 3. Snow removal service for
preparing aviators from around the world to handle a wide range of both land and public sides
helicopter flight scenarios. The Airport is a significant community asset of the airport
as demonstrated by the findings in the 2020 Colorado Aviation 4. Public terminal facilities
Economic Impact Report, where it was estimated that EGE supports 5. Administrative services for
over 5,000 jobs and generates an estimated $640 million in economic airport tenants and public
activity. In 2022, the Airport had recovered from pandemic-related users
impacts to exceed 55,000 aircraft operations, servicing more than
220,000 passengers.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Maintain a public-use airfield that is open 365 days per Achieved 365 days 365 days
year.
Maintain a public terminal facility that is open 365 days per Achieved 365 days 365 days
year.
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Airport (Special Revenue Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
1 $4,747,240 35.5 $86.11
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $ 551,216 $699,284 $846,664 $601,960 $751,960
Federal Grants $5,177,385 $3,986,593 $ 1,086,825 $ 17,471,007 $2,160,000
Grants-Non Federal $550,491 $- $ 12,000 $ 594,800 $70,000
Charges For Services $2,976,514 $4,064,405 $4,435,959 $3,611,242 $3,891,531
Rental $2,901,088 $3,397,228 $3,379,896 $3,046,279 $3,740,435
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 148,185 $ 18,301 $454,808 $- $-
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $ 169,854 $-
'Total Revenues $ 12,304,879 $ 12,165,812 $ 10,216,153 $25,495,142 $ 10,613,926
% Inc/Dec -51% -1% -16% 150% -58%
Expenditures
FTEs 26.7 23.7 30.7 32.7 35.5
Salaries&Benefits $2,443,956 $2,444,269 $2,883,099 $3,707,477 $4,459,775
Miscellaneous $- $ 1,840,450 $(1,840,450) $- $-'
Services $2,223,709 $ 1,809,534 $2,354,712 $4,982,789 $ 3,669,291
Internal Service Fees $98,135 $ 103,306 $ 111,547 $ 113,789 $84,500
Supplies $235,734 $352,482 $550,330 $ 550,321 $606,600
Capital Outlay $2,593,541 $804,875 $ 1,058,916 $ 18,565,530 $6,541,000
'Total Expenditures $7,595,077 $7,354,916 $5,118,155 $27,919,906 $ 15,361,166
%Inc/Dec -71% -3% -30% 446% -45%
Revenues less Expenditures $4,709,802 $4,810,896 $5,097,998 $(2,424,764) $(4,747,240)
Beginning Fund Balance $3,486,106 $8,195,908 $ 13,006,804 $ 18,104,802 $ 15,680,038
Ending Fund Balance $8,195,908 $ 13,006,804 $ 18,104,802 $ 15,680,038 $ 10,932,798
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 108% 177% 354% 56% 71%
• Eagle County Regional Airport received an allocation of federal coronavirus related funding in 2020,
2021, and 2022. In 2023, the airport received FAA(Federal Aviation Administration)for taxiway
rehabilitation. Phase two of the project will be funded in 2024.
• Rents and charges are increasing slightly from 2023. 2021 and 2022 saw large growth after the
pandemic and things are returning to normal operations. Facility leases included an increase to
price per square foot.
• FTE changes include the addition of one electrician and two customer service ambassadors in 2023.
In 2024 curbside attendants were reduced, this service will now be supplied by a contractor.
• Supplies have increased over the past few years to ensure inventory is on hand to complete repairs
timely to maintain service.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation (Blended Component Unit)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,509,948 N/A $27.39
(Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $- $ 1,840,450 $- $- $-
Grants-Non Federal $- $- $- $- $-
Charges For Services $905,979 $ 1,202,414 $ 1,204,436 $954,500 $893,000
Rental $4,790,708 $ 5,114,368 $5,427,947 $4,628,962 $ 6,356,920
Investment Earnings $92,114 $6,285 $277,809 $700,000 $250,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 19,740 $2,018 $ 55,013 $409,671 $-I
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $- $
(Total Revenues $5,808,542 $8,165,534 $6,965,205 $6,693,133 $7,499,920
% Inc/Dec -10% 41% -15% -4% 12%
Expenditures
Services $ 1,968,393 $2,650,611 $2,177,949 $2,572,071 $2,938,168
Supplies $ 15,839 $40,103 $55,572 $286,557 $605,400
Capital Outlay $2,466,674 $2,444,531 $2,793,713 $469,194 $3,000,000
Debt Service $ 1,621,250 $ 1,579,863 $ 1,536,183 $2,466,800 $2,466,300
(Total Expenditures $6,072,156 $6,715,107 $6,563,416 $5,794,622 $9,009,868
% Inc/Dec -37% 11% -2% -12% 55%
Revenues less Expenditures $(263,614) $ 1,450,427 $401,789 $ 898,511 $(1,509,948)
Beginning Fund Balance $26,449,457 $26,185,843 $27,644,173 $28,045,962 $28,944,473
Ending Fund Balance $26,185,843 $27,636,270 $28,045,962 $28,944,473 $27,434,525
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 431% 412% 427% 500% 304% I
• Rental income is increasing due to new leases with airlines, concessions and car rental companies.
• ECAT revenues are generated from airline, rental car providers, and other terminal tenants.
• The increase in supplies is for LED bulb replacements, installing a mobile front desk, carpet
replacement and spare part for the baggage carousels.
• The increase in capital outlay is for a front of the house redesign, boiler, HVAC and roof repairs.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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ECO Trails
Department Purpose Core Programs
ECO Trails oversees a multi-use trail system through the Eagle River 1. Build and maintain a
valley. The ECO Trails partnership includes the county government and multi-use trail system.
the towns of Gypsum, Eagle,Avon, Vail, Red Cliff, and Minturn.The
regional trail system encompasses 63 miles from Vail Pass to
Glenwood Canyon with a connection to Minturn.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Complete remaining 12 miles of the Eagle Valley Trail. 1.7 2.8 7.5 miles
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ECO Trails (Special Revenue Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $742,007 3.1 $13.46
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Sales&Other Taxes $913,603 $ 1,152,155 $ 1,415,371 $ 1,421,530 $ 1,379,5031
Federal Grants $ 5,855 $- $- $- $-'
Grants- Non Federal $21,320 $50,350 $46,846 $- $-
Charges For Services $- $- $- $- $ 150,0001
Investment Earnings $21,487 $ 17,796 $40,511 $34,130 $48,0001
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-'
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $- $
'Total Revenues $962,265 $ 1,220,301 $ 1,502,728 $ 1,455,660 $ 1,577,503
0/0 Inc/Dec 0% 27% 23% -3% 8%
Expenditures
FTEs 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 3.1
Salaries&Benefits $223,789 $219,844 $217,924 $262,860 $414,071
Services $ 53,749 $33,125 $241,876 $313,644 $304,1941
Internal Service Fees $ 11,295 $31,081 $38,130 $37,019 $42,545
Intergovernmental $- $- $- $- $ 150,000
Supplies $ 5,238 $ 5,698 $ 18,643 $ 13,600 $ 13,600
Capital Outlay $92,576 $863 $- $30,550 $50,000
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $ 1,143,256 $ 1,335,559 $ 1,345,100
'Total Expenditures $386,648 $290,609 $1,659,829 $1,993,232 $2,319,510
0/0 Inc/Dec -80% -25% 471% 20% 16%
Revenues less Expenditures $ 575,617 $929,692 $(157,102) $(537,572) $(742,007)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 1,137,421 $ 1,713,038 $2,642,730 $2,485,628 $ 1,948,056
'Ending Fund Balance $ 1,713,038 $ 2,642,730 $2,485,628 $ 1,948,056 $ 1,206,0491
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 443% 909% 150% 98% 52% I
• Sales tax revenue is discussed in the Revenue Trends section.
• In 2021, Eagle County Government issued certificates of participation (COPs)whose proceeds are
used to fund a portion of the remainder of the Eagle Valley Trail -a strategic priority. The COPs
repayments and trail construction will be budgeted in the Capital Improvements fund, so all
available sales tax revenue and any local contributions will be transferred to that fund to assist in
funding the construction of the trail and making the required payments.
• ECO Trails will construct the Horn Ranch to Edwards segment of the Eagle Valley Trail in 2024.
Details of the construction are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Economic Resiliency
Department Purpose Core Programs
The economic resiliency department supports the county's 1. Technical assistance for startups
business community through technical assistance, disaster and existing businesses
response and recovery,workforce development, and long-term 2. Exit planning and business
economic resiliency initiatives.A primary function of the continuity support
department is hosting the Northwest Colorado Small Business 3. Disaster and recovery response
Development Center, expenses which are offset by 4. Workforce development support
federal/state grants and sponsor contributions.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Develop SBDC programs in alignment with local economic New in 2024 New in 2024 3 new
resiliency strategies and business needs. programs
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Economic Resiliency (General Fund department)
I
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
1 $342,113 3.0 $6.21
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $93,119 $217,187 $201,569 $260,000 $260,000
Grants-Non Federal $ 17,465 $5,689 $43,250 $ 55,000 $54,335
Charges for Services $- $- $- $5,000 $5,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-
ITotal Revenues $110,584 $222,876 $244,819 $320,000 $319,335
% Inc/Dec -39% 102% 10% 31% 0%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.0 1.3 2.3 3.2 3.0
Salaries& Benefits $ 113,245 $ 137,219 $218,521 $317,970 $342,913
Services $ 182,795 $ 180,731 $ 172,067 $299,770 $296,835
Miscellaneous $3,800 $- $- $- $1
Supplies $3,224 $8,281 $2,869 $21,700 $21,7001
'Total Expenditures $303,064 $326,230 $393,457 $639,440 $661,448
%Inc/Dec 314% 8% 21% 63% 3% '
(Revenues less Expenditures $(192,480) $(103,354) $(148,639) $(319,440) $(342,113)I
• The economic resiliency department was formalized in 2022 to dedicate .5 FTE to Eagle County's
economic development priorities.A majority of staff time supports the grant-funded Northwest
Colorado Small Business Development Center(SBDC).
• Revenue is reflective of SBDC funding sources which offset the regional program, with cash match to
the grant from Eagle County and other regional partners.
• Revenue has steadily increased as the program has grown and applied for additional funds, which
also necessitates higher program costs and an increase in staffing.The funding is forecasted to
remain flat in 2024 to 2023.
• In addition to the SBDC program costs, purchased services include managed contracts for economic
development initiatives. The Vail Valley Partnership contract has increased slightly to $160,000, the
Basalt Chamber contract is $15,000 and an additional $40,000 has been set aside for new contracts,
all of which provide services, programs and projects to further business retention and workforce
development priorities.
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Fair & Rodeo
Department Purpose Core Programs
To promote agriculture, education, and 1. Produce Annual Fair& Rodeo Event
Western heritage through a family-friendly 2. Maintain and expand F& R Sponsorship program to
fair and rodeo experience. offset expense of the production
3. Coordinate volunteer program to reduce the demand
for staff resources
4. Support 4 H with the production of their exhibit
programs
5. Support Jr Livestock with the infrastructure needs to
the annual animal sale
6. Support the annual Employee Picnic
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Produce an award winning rodeo that drives spending and Nominated Nominated Award
visitation to Eagle County. Measured by nominations or
awards from Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association or
Mountain States Circuit.
Maintain the level of sponsorship to offset operating $167,700 $178,500 $188,500
expenses
•
Increase the volunteer program to recruit additional help 83%filled 81%filled 90%
to offset ECG resources needed.
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Fair & Rodeo (General Fund department)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $167,021 1.5 $3.03
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Grants-Non Federal $- $- $ 57,180 $ 1 $-!
Charges For Services $ 1,520 $460,459 $495,607 $484,600 $ 558,100
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 538 $- $2,000 $- $-
[Total Revenues $ 1,520 $460,459 $ 552,787 $484,601 $558,100
0/0 Inc/Dec -100% 30193% 20% -12% 15%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
Salaries&Benefits $ 109,112 $ 112,261 $ 127,807 $ 140,642 $ 179,910
Services $ 10,706 $313,309 $324,111 $411,118 $418,232
Internal Service Fees $- $23 $- $267 $2,479
Supplies $6,101 $89,789 $222,447 $ 102,201 $ 124,500
!Total Expenditures $ 125,919 $515,382 $674,365 $654,228 $725,121
0/0 Inc/Dec -77% 309% 31% -3% 11%
Revenues less Expenditures $(124,399) $(54,924) $(121,578) $(169,627) $(167,021)
• The 2020 Eagle County Fair and Rodeo was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Services include renting equipment, advertising, entertainment and all other costs of the event. It
also includes costs of producing the rodeo, including judges, stock contractor, and the rodeo purse.
We expect these costs to increase as we work to ensure the event is environmentally friendly.
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Colorado State University Extension
Department Purpose Core Programs
Promote accessible leadership development 1. 4-H Youth Development
opportunities, increased civic engagement and enhance 2. Family Leadership Training Institute
inclusivity to ensure that community members share 3. Food Preservation/Food Safety Education
equitable access to resources and programming. 4. Personal Finance Education
5. Colorado Master Gardener
6. Native Plant Masters
7. Grow-n-Give
8. Garden to Kitchen
9. Beyond Lawn
10. STAR Soil Health Program
11. Horticulture Consultations &Site Visits
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Family Leadership Training Institute: Increases in Civic 14/14 12/12 15/15
Knowledge of participants
STAR: Implementation of new soil health practice. New in 2024 New in 2024 10 producers
CSU Extension (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$226,255 0.1 $4.10
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $2,448 $- $- $- $
'Total Revenues $2,448 $0 $0 $0 $01
%Inc/Dec -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.1 0.1 0.5 0.1 0.1
Salaries& Benefits $50,798 $4,496 $3,073 $6,804 $6,945
Services $ 105,529 $ 111,245 $ 118,166 $ 199,240 $206,665
Internal Service Fees $6,039 $348 $82 $ 114 $675
Supplies $8,566 $ 10,483 $ 10,832 $ 11,970 $ 11,970
'Total Expenditures $ 170,931 $ 126,571 $ 132,153 $218,128 $226,255
0/0 Inc/Dec -12% -26% 4% 65% 4%
Revenues less Expenditures $(168,483) $(126,571) $(132,153) $(218,128) $(226,255)
• CSU Extension brings the University's research-based resources to the local communities. Funding
for staff and programming is a partnership between the United States Department of Agriculture,
Colorado State University and Eagle County. Eagle County funds a portion of the cost of staff and
programs offered by CSU Extension.
• The increased services is due to an increase in the contract with Colorado State University for staff
wage cost of living adjustments.
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Protect our Mountain Ecosystem
The Protect our Mountain Ecosystem strategic priority includes safeguarding our natural resources, wildlife
habitat and water resources, assuring innovation sustainability practices at the county's landfill, reducing
greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing the impacts of wildfires and drought. In the following pages we will
review the budgets of departments that are engaged with the work of protecting our mountain ecosystem.
Department ( 19024 FTE
Solid Waste& Recycling Landfill Fund $4,146,262 13.5
'Resiliency General Fund $2,684,947 3.0 I
'Fire Mitigation General Fund $ 1,511,340 2.0 I
'Open Space Open Space $ 3,072,760 4.7 I
'Natural Resources General Fund $784,300 2.8 I
egetation Management General Fund $657,001 1.9
Total for Protect our Mountain Ecosystem $ 12,856,610 27.9
Solid Waste & Recycling
Department Purpose Core Programs
To provide waste disposal services to the public in the 1. Landfill
most cost effective and environmentally sound 2. Household Hazardous Waste
manner while continuing to support existing 3. Material Recovery Facility(Recycle Center)
environmental and recycling programs.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Successfully pass all State inspections. Passed Passed Pass
Provide Eagle County residents with the most cost Achieved Achieved Achieve
effective and environmentally sound disposal options
while continuing to support existing and future
environmental programs
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Solid Waste & Recycling(Enterprise Fund)
I 2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $57,838 13.5 $1.05
I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $3,849 $- $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $ 16,157 $29,391 $20,666 $- $-I
Charges For Services $3,484,795 $4,431,218 $4,278,885 $3,983,100 $4,204,1001
Miscellaneous Revenue $264 $- $ 5,493 $- $-1
Interfund Transfers In $87,315 $ 51,891 $80,517 $- $
'Total Revenues $3,592,381 $4,512,499 $4,385,560 $3,983,100 $4,204,100
% Inc/Dec -8% 26% -3% -9% 6%
Expenditures
FTEs 12.9 12.9 12.9 13.5 13.5
Salaries&Benefits $ 1,069,223 $ 1,077,365 $ 1,115,190 $ 1,385,629 $ 1,522,574
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $ -
Services $ 1,044,126 $ 1,245,330 $ 1,312,878 $ 1,131,498 $ 1,214,898
Internal Service Fees $603,861 $ 773,848 $913,705 $ 1,109,871 $963,0341
Intergovernmental $ 144,837 $ 166,460 $ 161,325 $ 188,646 $ 188,646
Supplies $64,434 $ 161,737 $80,640 $ 140,610 $ 157,110
Capital Outlay $431,141 $358,531 $350,247 $423,830 $ 100,000
'Total Expenditures $3,357,621 $3,783,270 $3,933,985 $4,380,084 $4,146,262
% Inc/Dec -1% 13% 4% 11% -5%
Revenues less Expenditures $234,760 $729,229 $451,575 $(396,984) $57,838
Beginning Fund Balance $ 16,095,077 $ 16,329,837 $ 17,059,066 $ 17,510,641 $ 17,113,657
Ending Fund Balance $ 16,329,837 $ 17,059,066 $ 17,510,641 $ 17,113,657 $ 17,171,495
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 486% 451% 445% 391% 414%
• The sole source of revenue for this fund in 2024 is charges for services which is forecasted to grow
by 6%from 2023. 2021 saw an extraordinary amount of construction demolition projects.
• Services are increasing due to equipment rental price increases for wood chipping and concrete
crushing and temp labor wage increases at the materials recovery facility.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Resiliency
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Resiliency/Climate Action team works 1. Support county departments in electrification of new
to reduce GHG emissions within county and existing buildings and fleet vehicles through grant
operations and the community through writing, capital funding, and project management..
policy-making, partnerships and 2. Develop a cross-functional team to plan, take action,
programs, and capacity building. Lead measure, and communicate results on GHG reduction
strategy is to modernize energy systems within ECG operations.
and electrify buildings and transportation 3. Community Energy Program in partnership with Holy
for the benefit of low and middle income Cross Energy to allow for power capacity upgrades to
residents who live and work in Eagle facilitate neighborhood level electrification.
County. 4. Energy Smart and ReEnergize (rebates for electric
retro-fits) hosted by Walking Mountains Science Center
and CORE
5. BEECH (beneficial electrification of Eagle County
Homes) in partnership with NWCCOG for income
qualified residents
6. Climate Action Collaborative hosted by Walking
Mountains Science Center
7.
8. EV Accelerator Program to provide EV charging support
for multifamily neighborhoods.
9. Bike Share support
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction within Eagle County 46 tons 500 tons 186 tons
operations.
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction within the Eagle 2,404 tons 75,000 tons 55 homes
County community. Beginning in 2024, we will measure
this by assessing the number of homes that completed
energy efficiency improvements.
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Resiliency(General Fund department)
I 2024 Overview I
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $2,483,947 3.0 $45.06 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $236,646 $ 270,578 $342,928 $200,000 $201,0001
Federal Grants $ 159,679 $- $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $ 19,958 $273,041 $30,695 $- $
'Total Revenues $416,282 $ 543,619 $373,623 $200,000 $201,000
%Inc/Dec -63% 31% -31% -46% 1% I
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.0 3.0 I
Salaries&Benefits $564,322 $266,362 $460,321 $433,037 $490,5211
Miscellaneous $ 19,958 $273,041 $30,695 $- $-I
Services $664,178 $798,746 $ 1,497,923 $ 1,407,056 $2,157,426'
Internal Service Fees $7,371 $7,826 $- $- $-I
Supplies $ 13,872 $3,604 $2,705 $ 17,000 $37,0001
'Total Expenditures $ 1,269,700 $ 1,349,578 $ 1,991,643 $ 1,857,093 $2,684,947
% Inc/Dec -29% 6% 48% -7% 45% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(853,418) $(805,959) $(1,618,020) $(1,657,093) $(2,483,947)I
• The services planned for 2024 include continuing partnerships with Walking Mountains, CORE,
NWCCOG, HCE.
• Expansion in 2024, in alignment with the strategic priority, includes a focus on driving programming
and funding to local households earning less than 150%AMI.
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Fire Mitigation
Department Purpose Core Programs
Eagle County's Office of Mitigation and Wildfire Protection aims to 1. Wildfire risk assessment
reduce the impact of wildfires and other disasters by taking action 2. Wildfire fuels mitigation
before those disasters occur. Mitigation tactics can include changes 3. Strengthen wildfire response
to vegetation, building with fire resistant construction materials, 4. Implement County Wildfire
improving water supplies, ensuring emergency access, and planning Regulations
for a safe evacuation. Mitigation may not prevent every emergency,
but these efforts help protect people, property, and the
environment during a catastrophic event.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Complete landscape-scale fuel reduction projects in 1,700 acres 500 acres 1,000 acres
areas where wildfires threaten homes and communities
in order to reduce fire intensity, structure ignition
potential, and improve emergency response.
Engage community members(homes or businesses) in 300 200 200
the REALFire program to complete a property
assessment and implement strategies to reduce wildfire
risk on homes and businesses.
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Fire Mitigation (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,371,340 2.0 $24.88
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $- $27,800 $33,200 $ 15,000 $ 15,000
Grants-Non Federal $- $ 10,000 $- $ 178,800 $ 125,000
'Total Revenues $0 $37,800 $33,200 $ 193,800 $ 140,000
%Inc/Dec -12% 484% -28%
Expenditures
FTEs 0.0 0.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Salaries& Benefits $- $ 158,502 $203,563 $224,888 $269,726
Services $- $ 120,470 $785,967 $ 1,605,003 $ 1,221,791
Internal Service Fees $- $- $ 12,419 $23,086 $ 14,223
Supplies $- $5,219 $2,423 $5,600 $5,600
'Total Expenditures $0 $284,191 $1,004,373 $ 1,858,577 $ 1,511,340
253% 85% -19%
Revenues less Expenditures $- $(246,391) $(971,173) $(1,664,777) $(1,371,340)
• Services includes landscape fuels reduction projects, REALFire support(cost-share for program
participants and community fuels chipping programs), funding for Eagle County and Roaring Fork
Valley Wildfire Collaboratives, and matching funds leveraged against several mitigation grants
including:Action, Implementation and Mitigation (AIM)grant, Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk
Mitigation (FRWRM)grant(s), Community Wildfire Defense(CWDG)grant for the Community Wildfire
Protection Plan (CWPP) update, Bureau of Land Management(BLM) Community Assistance.
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Open Space
Department Purpose Core Programs
We acquire and maintain open space to 1. Acquire Open Space lands for specific scenic, cultural,
create a conservation legacy for our and recreation values
community. 2. Provide opportunities for equitable access for all to
enjoy Eagle County Open Space properties
3. Restore unique Open Space landscapes to support
biodiversity, improve water quality, and enhance wildlife
habitat, while providing recreational opportunities and
increasing community engagement with natural
resources
4. Manage Open Space properties to provide safe, outdoor
experiences in Eagle County
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Engage the community through 3 volunteer opportunities New in 2024 New in 2024 3
to improve water quantity and quality, wildlife habitat, or
and other natural resource priorities on Open Space
properties.
Complete Phase 3 of the Brush Creek ecological New in 2024 New in 2024 3
restoration project.
Complete 3 land improvement projects. New in 2024 New in 2024 3
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Open Space Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
2024 Overview
of Funds FTEs Net Additionper Capita
I
Net Addition p
$4,361,258 4.7 $79.11
I
(Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $5,058,095 $5,096,247 $5,276,142 $5,209,114 $6,941,018
Federal Grants $4,700 $- $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $700,000 $ 155,000 $211,331 $ 145,000 $ 145,000
Charges For Services $247,909 $4,550 $4,550 $8,000 $8,000
Rental $21,627 $22,151 $ 18,375 $20,000 $20,000
Investment Earnings $ 153,649 $ 113,391 $252,041 $414,770 $320,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $205 $34,447 $ 1,753 $- $-
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $- $-
rfotal Revenues $ 6,186,185 $ 5,425,786 $ 5,764,192 $ 5,796,884 $7,434,018
% Inc/Dec 15% -12% 6% 1% 28%
Expenditures
FTEs 3.7 3.7 4.7 4.4 4.7
Salaries&Benefits $309,428 $336,993 $370,382 $484,346 $561,932
Miscellaneous $- $ 155,000 $211,331 $ 145,000 $ 145,000
Services $378,481 $518,520 $ 165,289 $ 1,244,449 $995,042
Internal Service Fees $ 171,251 $ 163,540 $ 170,488 $ 181,426 $213,046
Intergovernmental $- $- $- $- $-
Supplies $71,146 $51,549 $81,046 $ 142,700 $ 127,100
Capital Outlay $2,777,021 $ 106,928 $ 184,420 $778,000 $ 1,030,640
Grants&Contributions Issued $- $- $- $- $-I
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $- $
'Total Expenditures $3,707,326 $ 1,332,530 $ 1,182,955 $2,975,921 $3,072,760
%Inc/Dec 364% -64% -11% 152% 3% I
Revenues less Expenditures $2,478,858 $4,093,256 $4,581,237 $2,820,963 $4,361,258
Beginning Fund Balance $6,922,623 $9,401,481 $ 13,494,737 $ 18,075,974 $20,896,937
Ending Fund Balance $9,401,481 $ 13,494,737 $ 18,075,974 $20,896,937 $25,258,1951
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 254% 1013% 1528% 702% 822% I
• Property tax revenue increased as discussed in the Revenue Trends section.
• Services include the maintenance and improvement of open space properties.
• No significant open space property purchases have occurred since 2020. Staff continues to look for
opportunities to purchase property that aligns with the Open Space Conservation criteria which
include; scenic landscapes and vistas, regional heritage, wildlife, sensitive lands and environments,
physical and visual buffers, and access to dispersed recreational opportunities .
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Natural Resources
Department Purpose Core Programs
The natural resources department works to protect 1. Ensure our waterways are protected
and enhance the natural resources of Eagle County 2. water gauge and aquatic nuisance species
by working with conservation partners to monitoring
proactively support the community and regional 3. Land Use Planning as staff advisors for
efforts to protect water quantity and quality,wildlife environmental protections
and other natural resource management initiatives. 4. Protect and restore our diverse natural
landscapes
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Support and provide funding for at least 3 conservation New in 2024 New in 2024 3
community non profit partners to enhance water
quantity and quality, wildlife and other natural resource
management initiatives.
Review 94 documents to determine any common or New in 2024 New in 2024 94
recurring themes among the land use agreement
provisions related to environmental impacts to inform
the land use regulation rewrite process.
Natural Resources (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
I $694,995 2.8 $12.61 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Grants- Non Federal $- $- $- $7,500 $-'
Charges for Services $- $- $- $90,890 $89,305
'Total Revenues $0 $0 $0 $98,390 $89,305
% Inc/Dec -9%
Expenditures
FTEs 0.0 1.0 1.0 2.7 2.8
Salaries& Benefits $- $94,995 $98,356 $344,908 $371,3051
Services $- $238,346 $254,217 $ 270,284 $251,4951
Intergovernmental $- $- $- $ 147,650 $ 160,0001
Supplies $- $689 $ 167 $ 13,000 $ 1,5001
'Total Expenditures $0 $334,030 $352,740 $775,842 $784,300
% Inc/Dec 6% 120% 1% '
Revenues less Expenditures $0 -$334,030 -$352,740 $(677,452) $(694,995)I
• Services for this department fund partner programs that work to ensure our waterways are
protected and include agreements with local conservation districts.Additional services include water
gauge and aquatic nuisance species monitoring.
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Vegetation Management
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Vegetation Management Department works 1. protect and restore our diverse landscapes through
to increase landscape resiliency through land vegetation management
restoration and management on open spaces, 2. Ensure public and private properties within
trails, right-of-ways, and private properties unincorporated Eagle County are in compliance
throughout Eagle County. with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act.
3. Provide education on best practices to county
residents and businesses to restore diverse
landscapes through vegetation stewardship
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Support and provide funding for at least 3 vegetation New in 2023 2 3
stewardship projects in partnership with conservation
partners(ex. United States Forest Service, Eagle County
Conservation District, Eagle County Watershed Council)
Conduct land management activities on X#acres in 2024 New in 2023 150 200
(Includes weed management and restoration activities
like seeding)
Assist landowners with vegetation management New in 2023 48 50
recommendations
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Vegetation Management (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $206,001 1.9 $3.74
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 1,410 $ 10,088 $ 11,900 $21,500 $408,000
Grants- Non Federal $- $3,077 $- $32,000 $20,000
Charges for Services $ 14,840 $7,539 $22,932 $43,000 $23,000
(Total Revenues $ 16,251 $20,704 $34,832 $96,500 $451,000
% Inc/Dec -22% 27% 68% 177% 367%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.9 1.9
Salaries&Benefits $79,329 $97,736 $ 110,128 $ 151,286 $ 176,345
Services $ 11,457 $9,741 $ 18,048 $ 20,772 $26,700
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $354,500
Internal Service Fees $ 55,387 $ 51,800 $ 58,372 $95,138 $50,456
Supplies $28,584 $20,493 $35,948 $57,300 $49,000
'Total Expenditures $ 174,758 $ 179,770 $222,496 $324,496 $657,001
% Inc/Dec -7% 3% 24% 46% 102%
(Revenues less Expenditures $(158,507) $(159,065) $(187,664) $(227,996) $(206,001)1
• Charges for services include a contract with the Colorado Department of Transportation to do weed
mitigation work on CDOT rights of way.
• Charges for services include the sale of weed reducing chemicals to the public.
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Core Services - Internal Services
Eagle County's internal services teams provide exceptional core services to other Eagle County departments.
County Manager's Office General Fund $2,008,592 7.0
County Manager's Office P&C Insurance Fund $ 1,597,384 0.0
'Attorney General Fund $2,131,018 8.0
Finance General Fund $878,893 6.0
Finance Central Services General Fund $97,356 0.0
Finance Administration General Fund $ 19,332,107 0.0
Emergency Incident Response General Fund $- 0.0
Emergency Reserve Fund Emergency Reserve/TABOR Fund $- 0.0
Innovation &Technology General Fund $3,694,405 13.2
Human Resources General Fund $2,087,178 7.0
Health Insurance Health Insurance Fund $ 13,130,636 0.0
CommunicationsIT
General Fund $ 1,464,623 7.0
otal for Core Services Internal Services $46,422,192 48.2
County Manager's Office
Department Purpose Core Programs
To cultivate a forward-thinking, collaborative, and inclusive 1. Strategic planning and execution
local government by strategically planning for our 2. Budget Officer
community's future. Fostering meaningful relationships 3. Community relations
both within and outside our organization, championing 4. Employee satisfaction
employee well-being. Ensuring seamless administrative 5. Intergovernmental relations
support to the Board of County Commissioners, and
developing and executing policies that reflect our 6. Policy development and execution
community's values and aspirations. 7. BoCC administrative support
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Strategic Planning and Execution - Percentage completion New in 2023 80% 80%
of outlined strategic initiatives and objectives on an
annual basis.
Community Relations- Response rate to community New in 2023 85% 85%
questions and concerns received at
eagleadmin@eaglecounty.us. Percentage of responses
within 24 hours.
Employee Satisfaction- Annual employee Net Promoter +45/66% +35/60% +35/60%
Score of+35 or greater with participation of 60% or
greater.
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County Manager's Office (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita '
I $2,008,592 7.0 $36.44 '
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $65,172 $90,428 $83,397 $ 1 $-'
Federal Grants $202,442 $42,500 $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $36,540 $- $- $- $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $
'Total Revenues $304,154 $132,928 $83,397 $1 $0
% Inc/Dec 173% -56% -37% -100% -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 6.0 6.0 7.0 7.0 7.0
Salaries& Benefits $ 1,090,350 $ 1,048,735 $ 1,093,118 $ 1,147,066 $ 1,603,808
Services $ 152,843 $ 146,812 $ 130,343 $234,325 $216,456
Supplies $3,763 $6,982 $ 18,372 $ 11,078 $ 13,328
Intergovernmental $ 194,331 $ 247,500 $ 120,000 $87,500 $ 175,000
'Total Expenditures $ 1,441,288 $ 1,450,029 $ 1,361,833 $ 1,479,969 $2,008,592
% Inc/Dec -13% 1% -6% 9% 36%
Revenues less Expenditures $(1,137,133) $(1,317,101) $(1,278,435) $(1,479,968) $(2,008,592)
• Revenue in previous years includes the continuation of the front country ranger program, in which
all municipalities participate with Eagle County to fund additional United States Forest Service
programsin Eagle County. This was moved to natural resources in 2023.
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• Services include $50,000 for consulting and strategic plan priorities and $144,000 to improve
organizational policies, practices, and performance by leveraging equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Intergovernmental expenditure is a contribution to Vail Pass safety.
• A position was moved from administration to innovation and technologies in 2023 and a vacant
position for a policy analyst was removed. The chief financial officer and administrative project
manager positions were moved here from the finance department.
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Property & Casualty Insurance Fund (Internal Service Fund)
I
2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $352,569 N/A $6.40
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $387,918 $459,073 $580,462 $573,002 $818,049
Internal Service Revenue $350,904 $359,154 $390,717 $467,543 $744,9041
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 135,711 $ 106,970 $ 109,326 $87,000 $87,000
Interfund Transfers In $ 150,000 $- $- $200,000 $300,000
'Total Revenues $ 1,024,533 $925,197 $ 1,080,506 $ 1,327,545 $ 1,949,953
% Inc/Dec -15% -10% 17% 23% 47%
Expenditures
Services $763,243 $936,389 $ 1,238,757 $ 1,309,196 $ 1,575,584
Internal Service Fees $ 11,638 $ 13,773 $ 17,414 $ 15,000 $21,800
Interfund Transfers Out $296,453 $- $- $- $41
'Total Expenditures $ 1,071,333 $950,162 $ 1,256,171 $ 1,324,196 $ 1,597,38
%Inc/Dec 5% -11% 32% 5% 21% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(46,800) $(24,965) $(175,665) $3,349 $352,5691
Beginning Fund Balance $433,569 $386,769 $361,804 $ 186,139 $ 189,488
Ending Fund Balance $386,769 $361,804 $186,139 $189,488 $542,0571
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 36% 38% 15% 14% 34% I
• Revenue from Interfund Transfers In offsets rising insurance premiums, due to a multitude of
factors impacting the global insurance industry in an unprecedented manner.The result of the
Covid-19 pandemic, evolving cyber threats, changing law enforcement practices, and worsening
natural disasters has led to limited capacity in the insurance market, stricter underwriting standards,
and rising premiums.
• Property insurance increases is the main driver in the increase in Services costs,due to the dramatic
rise in construction costs, along with Eagle County's and Colorado's increasing wildfire exposure due
to climate change.
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County Attorney's Office
Department Purpose Core Programs
The County Attorney is appointed by the Board of 1. Elected Officials and Department Support
County Commissioners to provide legal services to all 2. Office Administration and Staff
elected county officials, departments, boards and Development
commissions.The County Attorney's Office represents 3. Citizen Requests and Interaction
the board in all legal matters including the preparation 4. General Legal Counsel
of contracts and the prosecution and defense of 5. Litigation
lawsuits by and against the county. 6. Professional Development
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Respond to records requests and media inquiries. New in 2024 New in 2024 90%/7
Respond to 90% of records requests within 7 days.
Review and approval of contracts, resolutions, and other New in 2024 New in 2024 80%/14
legal documents. Review and approve 80% of documents
within 14 days.
Timely advise clients (Board of County Commissioners New in 2024 New in 2024 100%/7
and Elected Officials) of potential legal problems.Advise
clients of 100% of all filed litigation within 7 days.
County Attorney's Office (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$2,126,018 8.0 $23.45
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Miscellaneous Revenue $4,734 $23,977 $ 5,729 $ 5,000 $5,000
'Total Revenues $4,734 $23,977 $ 5,729 $ 5,000 $5,000
% Inc/Dec 109% 407% -76% -13% 0%
Expenditures
FTEs 6.0 6.0 7.0 7.0 8.0
Salaries&Benefits $996,858 $ 1,105,077 $ 1,201,632 $ 1,336,259 $ 1,609,5061
Services $431,438 $366,501 $ 543,496 $653,649 $511,5961
Supplies $2,549 $5,387 $ 14,039 $6,016 $9,9161
'Total Expenditures $ 1,430,845 $ 1,476,965 $ 1,759,167 $ 1,995,924 $2,131,018
% Inc/Dec 10% 3% 19% 13% 7%
Revenues less Expenditures $(1,426,111) $(1,452,988) $(1,753,439) $(1,990,924) $(2,126,018)'
• An assistant attorney position was added in 2023.
• Services for 2024 reflect the ongoing but decreased need of litigation support for tax appeals.
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Finance
Department Purpose Core Programs
The finance department is responsible for preparing and 1. Budget development and analysis
monitoring the county's annual budget, compiling financial 2. External audit
information, and contracting for and assisting with annual 3. Internal audit, internal controls and
audits of all county finances. It also manages all borrowings financial policies and processes
for the county. The department performs the accounting 4. Accounts payable, accounts receivable,
duties for all funds, processes invoices and payroll, and and general ledger management
monitors grants received by the county. 5. Payroll processing and reporting
6. Debt management
7. Risk management
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Apply for and receive 3 of 3 Government Finance Officers 3 of 3 3 of 3 3 of 3
Association awards for budget, audit, and community
financial report.
Assist departments in managing their financial processes New in 2024 New in 2024 5 or fewer
with a goal of less than 5 internal control audit
comments.
Finance (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
$878,893 6.0 $15.94
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 2,658 $- $- $- $-
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $ 50 $- $-
'Total Revenues $2,658 $0 $50 $0 $0
% Inc/Dec -100% -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 7.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 6.0
Salaries&Benefits $823,421 $935,011 $ 1,024,461 $ 1,154,047 $833,135
Services $92,696 $ 14,306 $56,814 $65,717 $39,408
Supplies $ 17,689 $3,370 $ 1,856 $3,550 $6,350
!Total Expenditures $933,807 $952,688 $ 1,083,131 $ 1,223,314 $878,893
0/0 Inc/Dec 10% 2% 14% 13% -28%
Revenues less Expenditures $(931,149) $(952,688) $(1,083,081) $(1,223,314) $(878,893)
• Two FTEs, the chief financial officer and administrative project manager,were moved from finance
to the county manager's office in 2024. Related expenses such as training were also moved.
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Finance Administration (General Fund department)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $28,039,464 N/A $508.63 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2022 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $ 15,475,710 $ 15,234,686 $ 15,739,995 $ 15,540,521 $23,064,0121
Sales&Other Taxes $ 13,301,523 $ 16,711,467 $20,508,263 $20,657,602 $20,007,8081
Internal Service Revenue $- $- $- $- $
Federal Grants $3,224,161 $8,176,793 $ 10,165,068 $5,412,666 $4,197,2671
Charges for Services $221,120 $333,102 $468,263 $215,214 $ 199,8401
Rental $- $- $- $- $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $759,129 $ 161,698 $ 169,698 $- $-'
Interfund Transfers In $- $- $- $405 $
dotal Revenues $32,981,643 $40,617,746 $47,051,288 $41,826,408 $47,468,927
% Inc/Dec -4% 23% 16% -11% 13%
Expenditures
Salaries&Benefits $637,704 $916,029 $2,470,848 $674,154 $35,000
Miscellaneous $459,360 $ 143,000 $ 1,254,498 $ 1,992,000 $600,000
Services $(3,395,845) $(2,933,173) $(3,113,843) $(3,236,849) $(4,151,782)
Internal Service Fees $771 $955 $ 1,474 $ 1,208 $550
Intergovernmental $ 2,912,155 $3,353,100 $4,118,363 $4,504,234 $4,504,234
Supplies $ 12,082 $ 17,526 $ 12,281 $ 18,462 $ 18,461
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $ 13,500,000
Interfund Transfers Out $2,397,315 $7,262,891 $4,962,067 $ 1,700,000 $4,923,000
'Total Expenditures $3,023,543 $8,760,328 $9,705,687 $5,653,209 $ 19,429,463
%Inc/Dec 26% 190% 11% -42% 244%
Revenues less Expenditures $29,958,100 $31,857,418 $37,345,601 $36,173,199 $ 28,039,464
• In the Revenue Trends section of this document we talk in detail about our projections for property
tax and sales and other tax revenues.
• The federal grant revenue includes payment in lieu of taxes-which is split between the General
Fund and Road and Bridge fund as well as the National Forest payment that will be paid to the
school districts through the Secure Rural Schools program.This program payment shows up in the
intergovernmental expense classification.
• Salaries and benefits in this department represent payments for unemployment insurance and
workman's compensation. In 2023, the budget included a placeholder for equity and compensation
studies that are being completed in 2023.
• The negative amount in services represents the collection of an administrative fee from other county
funds.
• The transfer out is to the Public Health fund. Details on how Public Health will spend this money is
explained on its fund page.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Emergency Incident Response (General Fund department)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $0 N/A $0.00 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $47,803 $- $- $- $-I
Federal Grants $ 1,172,854 $- $- $- $1
(Total Revenues $ 1,220,657 $- $- $- $
%Inc/Dec -100% I
I
Expenditures I
Salaries&Benefits $- $- $- $- $-I
Services $ 2,267,366 $2,339,533 $ 160 $- $-I
Supplies $ 157,498 $ 12,424 $664 $- $
(Total Expenditures $2,424,864 $2,351,957 $824 $- $-
%Inc/Dec 17771% -3% -100% -100% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(1,204,207) $(2,351,957) $(824) $- $-I
• This department was created in 2018 for budgeting and tracking the costs of any emergency
incidents that occur in Eagle County. The county manager authorizes the use of funds budgeted in
this department.
• No costs are currently anticipated in this department. Should an emergency arise, we will use the
budget amendment process to include expenditures for the department.
Emergency Reserve/TABOR Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $0 N/A $0.00 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
(Revenues
'Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-I
Ilnterfund Transfers In $- $- $- $- $-I
(Total Revenues $- $- $- $- $ -
I % Inc/Dec I
Revenues less Expenditures'Beginning Fund Balance $- $-
$ 2,747,426 $- $- $ -
$2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426
'Ending Fund Balance $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,4261
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures I
• This fund holds emergency funds, which are set aside in compliance with Article X, Section 20 of the
Colorado constitution.
• The Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) requires local governments to establish an emergency reserve
to be used for declared emergencies only. The reserve is calculated at 3% of fiscal year spending,
excluding bonded principal payments and enterprise spending. Each year the amount held in this
fund is measured against fiscal year spending and additional dollars are transferred into this fund
from the General Fund if necessary.
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Innovation & Technology
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Eagle County Innovation and Technology 1. Business Applications Support
Department provides technology analysis, 2. Business Application Selection and Implementation
assessment, connectivity, deployment, hosting, 3. Data Center Hosting and Software Provisioning
implementation, product selection, security, 4. Desktop Computer Support and Fleet Management
support services, and training for all 5. Disaster Recovery Planning and Backups
departments throughout Eagle County. 6. Office Productivity Software
7. Network and Internet Connectivity
8. Security Services
9. Software System Maintenance
10. Technology Purchasing
11. Technology Training
12. Telecommunications Services
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Eagle County Government staff with content New in 2024 New in 2024 75%
management responsibilities have completed an
in-person or on-demand Eagle County IT Department
developed digital accessibility training session.
Eagle County IT Department will assume responsibility for New in 2024 New in 2024 100%
the management and support of 50(100%) Sheriff's
Office Mobile Device Terminals(MDT). This will include
an automated approach to ongoing device management
that complies with Town of Vail security standards.
The Eagle County IT Desktop Support team will develop a New in 2024 New in 2024 100%
mechanism for producing ongoing monthly reports
summarizing actual resource activity by key areas of
support emphasis.
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Innovation and Technology(General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita I
' $3,694,405 13.2 $67.02 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 14,601 $- $- $ 103,125 $1
Grants-Non Federal $- $7,942 $- $- $-'
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 1,112 $270 $ 50 $- $1
'Total Revenues $ 15,713 $8,211 $ 50 $ 103,125 $
0/0 Inc/Dec 2145% -48% -99% 207562% -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 11.2 11.0 11.2 12.2 13.2
Salaries&Benefits $ 1,302,014 $ 1,301,968 $ 1,395,566 $ 1,842,723 $2,068,173
Services $995,765 $ 1,043,083 $ 1,044,188 $ 1,263,199 $ 1,336,330
Internal Service Fees $731 $- $- $- $-'
Supplies $ 126,711 $ 115,666 $417,694 $608,372 $289,902
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $
'Total Expenditures $2,425,221 $2,460,717 $2,857,448 $3,714,294 $3,694,405
% Inc/Dec 2% 1% 16% 30% -1% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(2,409,508) $(2,452,506) $(2,857,398) $(3,611,169) $(3,694,405)I
• Rising costs for telephone and software services are included in the 2024 budget.
• The Data Visualization and Productivity Manager was transferred from the county manager's office
to IT in 2023.
• 2023 included an expenditure for digital accessibility supplies. This expense is not repeated in 2024.
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Human Resources
Department Purpose Core Programs
We support and empower our workforce to be 1. Recruitment and hiring
successful, grow and accomplish their best 2. Compensation and benefits administration
work in order to provide exceptional services to 3. Workforce policy development and implementation
the community of Eagle County. 4. Performance management
5. Training and development
6. Compliance with labor laws and regulations
7. Employee health and wellness
8. Culture and engagement
9. Safety,workers compensation and leaves of
absence
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Maintain or improve the organizational employee net +35 +45 +45
promoter score(NPS)on a year over year basis by
utilizing employee feedback to identify and implement
workforce initiatives including culture/engagement,
compensation, benefits & learning/development. NPS is
a measure of employee satisfaction and is measured
from -100 to +100. A positive score is considered good
and a score of+50 is considered excellent.
Human Resources (General Fund department)
I I
Net Use of Funds 2024 OverviewFTEs Net Use per Capita
$2,087,178 7.0 $37.86
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2022 Estimate 2024 Budget
Expenditures
FTEs 6.0 6.0 7.0 7.0 7.0
Salaries&Benefits $780,408 $822,587 $971,735 $ 1,423,403 $ 1,460,733'
Services $288,504 $314,276 $419,398 $550,555 $608,045'
Supplies $3,705 $ 1,237 $ 1,308 $2,150 $ 18,4001
'Total Expenditures $ 1,072,618 $ 1,138,100 $ 1,392,440 $ 1,976,108 $2,087,178
% Inc/Dec 2% 6% 22% 42% 6%
Revenues less Expenditures $(1,072,618) $(1,138,100) $(1,392,440) $(1,976,108) $(2,087,178)I
• Human Resources will implement a new training program in 2024 that will include videos and
curriculums for staff.
• Employee appreciation supplies and food budget is increasing to keep up with inflation.
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Health Insurance Fund (Internal Service Fund)
2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $0 N/A $0.00
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Internal Service Revenue $8,858,143 $7,906,085 $7,721,480 $ 10,319,687 $ 13,080,6361
Miscellaneous Revenue $20,356 $32,283 $48,774 $50,000 $50,000
'Total Revenues $8,878,498 $7,938,368 $7,770,254 $ 10,369,687 $ 13,130,636
% Inc/Dec 8% -11% -2% 33% 27% I
I
Expenditures I
Salaries& Benefits $6,324,145 $6,852,794 $9,111,952 $ 10,693,545 $ 10,507,5961
Services $2,026,097 $ 1,958,219 $2,167,753 $2,404,062 $2,623,040I
'Total Expenditures $8,350,241 $8,811,013 $ 11,279,705 $ 13,097,607 $ 13,130,636
% Inc/Dec -16% 6% 28% 16% 0% I
Revenues less Expenditures $528,257 $(872,644) $(3,509,451) $(2,727,920) $1
Beginning Fund Balance $8,579,970 $9,108,227 $8,235,582 $4,726,131 $ 1,998,211
Ending Fund Balance $9,108,227 $8,235,582 $4,726,131 $1,998,211 $1,998,2111
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 109% 93% 42% 15% 15% I
• Starting in 2022 the numbers of claims and costs increased significantly. This trend is expected to
continue into 2024. Department contributions have increased in 2024 to pay for the rising
expenditures.
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Communications
Department Purpose Core Programs
The communications department is 1. Providing transparency about county activities to the
responsible for facilitating transparency in public and media
Eagle County Government. It focuses on 2. Educating the public about county programs, initiatives,
four core areas; public outreach, media and opportunities available to them
relations, crisis communications and 3. Improving accessibility to communications products,
internal communications. both from a language and ADA compliance perspective
4. Expanding outreach at community events, improving
constituent feedback mechanisms
5. Building a positive brand association with Eagle County
and the public and protecting the county's reputation
6. Assisting with disseminating critical information with
high urgency during emergency situations where life,
property, and/or public safety are at risk
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Write relevant news release to encourage county email 58.5% 21.5% 21.5%
"open rate"that is higher than the industry standard of
21.5%
Ensure appropriate and relevant data is on Eagle New in 2023 160 200
County's website. Encourage and respond to public
interaction with the website as measured by constituent
inquiries.
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Communications (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,357,473 7.0 $24.62
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 127,871 $- $- $- $1
'Total Revenues $ 127,871 $- $- $- $
% Inc/Dec -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 6.0 6.0 7.0 7.0 7.0
Salaries&Benefits $673,365 $626,109 $864,050 $942,536 $ 1,071,515
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-
Services $ 130,427 $47,806 $235,314 $ 197,740 $256,200
Internal Service Fees $4,952 $7,330 $7,558 $5,520 $6,558
Supplies $796 $6,103 $ 11,099 $23,200 $23,200
'Total Expenditures $809,540 $687,348 $ 1,118,021 $ 1,168,996 $ 1,357,473
% Inc/Dec 30% -15% 63% 5% 16%
Revenues less Expenditures $(681,669) $(687,348) $(1,118,021) $(1,168,996) $(1,357,473)
• In 2024, communications is investing in translation software to assist with translating an array of
files including PDF's.
ECGTV(General Fund department)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $302,850 N/A $5.49
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $423,820 $425,230 $432,071 $410,000 $410,000
'Total Revenues $423,820 $425,230 $432,071 $410,000 $410,000
0/0 Inc/Dec -2% 0% 2% -5% 0% I
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Expenditures I
Services $ 18,408 $26,896 $38,111 $47,150 $47,1501
Supplies $ 56,293 $34,186 $34,528 $60,000 $60,0001
Capital Outlay $- $36,928 $- $- $-
ITotal Expenditures $74,701 $98,010 $72,639 $ 107,150 $ 107,150
0/0 Inc/Dec -17% 31% -26% 48% 0% I
Revenues less Expenditures $349,119 $327,220 $359,432 $302,850 $302,8501
• Operations are expected to remain stable in 2024.
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Core Services - Community Development
Eagle County's community development teams provide exceptional core services to Eagle County residents.
Planning General Fund $ 1,187,068 7.0
Building General Fund $ 1,370,303 8.5
Neighborhood Services General Fund $241,044 2.0
lAnimal Services General Fund $ 1,113,522 9.0
Engineering General Fund $ 1,266,034 8.0
Engineering Offsite Road Improvements $ 11,900 0.0
Emergency Management General Fund $411,632 2.0
800 MHz 800 MHz Fund $549,313 2.0
E911 E911 Fund $ 1,566,798 0.0
IS General Fund $324,333 1.9
otal for Core Services-Community Development $8,041,947 40.4
Planning
Department Purpose Core Programs
The planning department processes land use files, 1. Zoning and subdivision regulation
provides customer service for zoning inquiries, and administration
develops and implements long range community 2. Land use and subdivision applications
planning. 3. Comprehensive plans
4. Planning Commission and Zoning Board
of Appeals administrative support
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Maintain 90% or higher rating for land use file processing New in 2024 New in 2024 90%
timelines as prescribed by the Eagle County Land Use
Regulations.
Maintain 90% or higher rating for zoning related building New in 2024 New in 2024 90%
permit plan review comments completed within thirty
(30) days.
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Planning (General Fund department)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
1
$1,119,268 7.0 $20.30
!Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $37,480 $- $- $- $-
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $ 181 $- $- $-
Charges for Services $81,375 $ 113,559 $ 117,627 $67,300 $ 67,800
!Total Revenues $ 118,855 $ 113,740 $ 117,627 $67,300 $67,800
% Inc/Dec -19% -4% 3% -43% 1%
Expenditures
FTEs 9.0 9.0 7.0 7.0 7.0
Salaries&Benefits $907,594 $805,754 $701,355 $968,329 $ 1,079,021
Services $ 112,019 $ 165,770 $ 139,939 $ 129,690 $89,940
Internal Service Fees $ 13,171 $6,694 $ 5,620 $7,868 $ 11,157
Supplies $2,586 $ 1,624 $ 1,996 $2,300 $6,950
Grants&Contributions Issued $- $- $- $-
'Total Expenditures $ 1,035,370 $ 979,842 $848,910 $ 1,108,187 $ 1,187,068
% Inc/Dec 23% -5% -13% 31% 7%
Revenues less Expenditures $(916,515) $(866,102) $(731,283) $(1,040,887) $(1,119,268)
• Operations are expected to remain stable in 2024.
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Building
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Building Division ensures construction 1. Building code administration
of safe structures for the enjoyment of 2. Issuance of building permits
citizens and visitors in unincorporated 3. Construction inspections
Eagle County. Staff implements 4. Building Board of Appeals administrative support
construction codes through plan review
and inspections.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Adopt the 2021 version of the international building New in 2024 New in 2024 Adopt
codes.
Maintain 90% or higher rating for building permit plan New in 2024 New in 2024 90%/12 weeks
review comments completed within twelve(12)weeks for
new residential and new commercial construction
projects.
Maintain 90% or higher rating for building inspections New in 2024 New in 2024 90%/1 day
completed within one (1) business day of being
requested.
Building (General Fund department)
Net Addition of Funds 2024 OverviewFTEs Net Addition per Capita
$1,736,997 8.5 $31.51
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $36,544 $- $- $- $-
Charges for Services $2,228,506 $3,938,679 $3,865,212 $3,107,100 $3,107,300
'Total Revenues $2,265,049 $3,938,679 $3,865,212 $3,107,100 $3,107,300
%Inc/Dec 28% 74% -2% -20% 0%
Expenditures
FTEs 8.0 7.0 7.0 8.0 8.5
Salaries& Benefits $792,822 $666,459 $708,317 $918,183 $ 1,093,730
Services $51,394 $61,534 $99,887 $ 299,724 $227,060
Internal Service Fees $33,433 $38,972 $ 28,380 $39,802 $39,163
Supplies $ 1,525 $7,820 $8,282 $9,400 $ 10,350
'Total Expenditures $879,174 $774,785 $ 844,866 $ 1,267,109 $ 1,370,303
% Inc/Dec 0% -12% 9% 50% 8%
Revenues less Expenditures $ 1,385,875 $3,163,895 $3,020,346 $ 1,839,991 $ 1,736,997
• Revenue for building permits is expected to remain similar to 2023 but more than 2020.
• A building inspector was added in 2023 and we are budgeting not to refill the position of an
inspector who has given us notice of his retirement in 2024.
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Neighborhood Services
Department Purpose Core Programs
The neighborhood services department 1. Leads Code Enforcement Program, including
responds to potential code violations in a responding to, investigating, documenting, and
timely and judicious manner,fields all resolving alleged violations.
complaints, investigates potential violations, 2. Code Enforcement includes ECLUR, building,
and follows-up with both the complainant and engineering, EH, wildlife, planning
the violator on next steps. It completes all 3. Public Outreach and Education
marijuana licensing and investigates any 4. Act as Planner on Duty(as needed)
special use conditions. 5. Monitor and process all marijuana licenses for all
marijuana business types in the county
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Code Enforcement Complaints- Responses to Achieved Achieved 2 days
complainant within two working days
All marijuana renewal letters drafted and sent within 30 81% 72% 100%
calendar days of the annual renewal date
Neighborhood Services (General Fund department)
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $208,044 2.0 $3.77 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $- $- $24,000 $48,000 $33,000
'Total Revenues $0 $0 $24,000 $48,000 $33,000
% Inc/Dec 100% -31% I
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 0.0 0.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 I
Salaries&Benefits $- $- $ 176,433 $213,759 $236,9341
Services $- $- $ 1,057 $3,360 $3,3601
Supplies $- $- $462 $750 $750I
'Total Expenditures $0 $0 $177,953 $217,869 $241,04
% Inc/Dec 22% 11% I
Revenues less Expenditures $0 $0 -$153,953 $(169,869) $(208,044)I
• Operations are expected to remain stable in 2024.
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Animal Services
Department Purpose Core Programs
To provide service and resources to the residents 1. Stray animal sheltering
of Eagle County regarding pet animals. 2. Trap, neuter, release for feral cats
3. Pet adoptions
4. Public outreach and education
5. Enforcement of community codes regarding pet
animals
6. On-call services for emergencies
7. Surrendering of county pets
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Actively respond to the community needs of pet animals New in 2024 New in 2024 90%
and promote a healthy pet population within the
community and surrounding areas.
Document an average of 500 Field Services cases and New in 2023 500 500
contacts per officer(proactive and reactive).
Animal Services (General Fund department)
I 2024 Overview I
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $768,230 9.0 $13.94
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $32,242 $- $- $- $-I
Grants-Non Federal $ 19,686 $ 10,959 $ 15,093 $7,000 $7,0001
Charges for Services $298,410 $279,933 $287,297 $280,500 $335,2921
Miscellaneous Revenue $3,285 $4,367 $4,620 $3,000 $3,000
'Total Revenues $353,623 $ 295,259 $307,010 $290,500 $345,292
0/0 Inc/Dec 46% -17% 4% -5% 19% '
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 8.6 8.6 9.0 9.0 9.0 I
Salaries& Benefits $713,195 $697,046 $732,263 $819,175 $915,604'
Services $77,650 $67,681 $81,346 $80,845 $87,3451
Internal Service Fees $42,563 $46,932 $43,718 $59,107 $54,8831
Supplies $33,925 $43,066 $48,335 $ 57,610 $55,6901
'Total Expenditures $867,334 $854,725 $905,663 $ 1,016,737 $ 1,113,522
% Inc/Dec 1% -1% 6% 12% 10% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(513,710) $(559,466) $(598,653) $(726,237) $(768,230)1
• Animal services increased its rates for municipalities to account for increases in wages, supplies and
food for the animals.The new rate is forecasted to remain in place for the next three years.
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Engineering
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Engineering Department reviews Development Files; 1. Development Review
issues grading, ROW,floodplain development, and State 2. Floodplain Development
Highway Access permits; reviews concerns of signage and 3. Grading Permits
speeding on County roads; and provides project 4. Right-of-Way Permits
management for County roadway infrastructure projects. 5. State Highway Access Permits
6. Parking Lot Maintenance
7. Traffic Counting
8. Pavement Management
9. Roadway Infrastructure Projects
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Complete permit reviews within the prescribed review New in 2024 New in 2024 90%
period.
Engineering (General Fund department)
' 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,237,434 8.0 $22.45
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $9,302 $- $- $- $-
Grants- Non Federal $- $- $- $ 11,350 $ 11,350
Charges for Services $ 12,185 $22,851 $ 16,254 $ 18,350 $ 17,250
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 11,208 $- $- $60,000 $-
ITotal Revenues $32,695 $22,851 $ 16,254 $89,700 $28,600
%Inc/Dec -99% -30% -29% 452% -68%
Expenditures
FTEs 7.0 7.0 8.0 8.0 8.0
Salaries&Benefits $854,539 $848,257 $980,791 $ 1,069,261 $ 1,195,940
Miscellaneous $(230) $- $- $- $-
Services $25,728 $33,886 $48,665 $308,459 $53,091
Internal Service Fees $4,659 $2,922 $3,883 $3,177 $ 13,353
Intergovernmental $- $- $- $- $-I
Supplies $4,436 $997 $ 10,282 $3,650 $3,650
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $- $-
(Total Expenditures $889,133 $886,062 $ 1,043,622 $ 1,384,547 $ 1,266,034
% Inc/Dec -89% 0% 18% 33% -9%
Revenues less Expenditures $(856,438) $(863,212) $(1,027,367) $(1,294,847) $(1,237,434)
• In 2023, the engineering department was the fiscal agent for the 170 collaboration Effort($60,000 in
revenue and expense).This is not continuing in 2024.
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Offsite Road Improvements (Special Revenue Fund)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $538,100 N/A $9.76 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges For Services $ 157,013 $349,944 $ 1,039,683 $ 1,151,250 $550,0001
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $
'Total Revenues $ 157,013 $ 349,944 $ 1,039,683 $ 1,151,250 $ 550,000
% Inc/Dec 91% 123% 197% 11% -52% '
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Expenditures I
Internal Service Fees $ 1,637 $3,461 $ 11,514 $8,000 $ 11,9001
Services $ 119,625 $64,232 $325,831 $ 123,100 $-'
Capital Outlay $- $- $- $ 1,582,500 $
'Total Expenditures $ 121,262 $67,693 $337,344 $ 1,713,600 $ 11,900
% Inc/Dec 46% -44% 398% 408% -99% I
Revenues less Expenditures $35,751 $282,251 $702,338 $(562,350) $ 538,100
Beginning Fund Balance $ 947,919 $983,670 $ 1,265,921 $ 1,968,259 $ 1,405,909
Ending Fund Balance $983,670 $ 1,265,921 $ 1,968,259 $ 1,405,909 $ 1,944,0091
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 811% 1870% 583% 82% 16336% I
• Impact fees are collected for the purpose of capacity improvements related to new development.
Fees are dedicated to the study, design, and construction of capacity improvements to the road
system.
• The fund is divided into two impact areas for the Roaring Fork Valley and the Eagle Valley. Fees
collected in each of the impact areas are expended in that area.
• No capital projects are planned for 2024.The 2023 capital expenditure was for the Hillcrest drive
roundabout construction costs.
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Emergency Management
Department Purpose Core Programs
The Eagle County Department of Emergency Management supports a safe 1. Emergency
and resilient Eagle County by preparing, mitigating, responding to, and Preparedness
recovering from emergencies through shared values and strong 2. Emergency Response &
partnerships. Recovery
3. Public Safety Radio
Our team provides coordination and support for the independent System Management
agencies and governments that deliver emergency services across Eagle (800MHz)
County. When disasters exceed local capacity, the Department of
Emergency Management works with public safety partners to mobilize
resources and ensure a unified response.
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
When notified of an expanding incident, the Eagle County 100%within 95%within 95%within 24
Emergency Operations Center will scale up response 24 hrs 24 hrs hrs
coordination systems to effectively manage the needs of 92%within 1
all large-scale incidents within 24 hours of the hour
notification.
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Emergency Management (General Fund department)
I
2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $306,255 2.0 $5.56
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $60,000 $60,000 $73,829 $ 126,830 $ 105,377
Grants- Non Federal $50,000 $ 11,344 $ 11,862 $- $
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $41,683 $- $-
'Total Revenues $ 110,000 $71,344 $85,691 $ 126,830 $ 105,377
0/0 Inc/Dec 60% -35% 20% 48% -17%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Salaries&Benefits $ 142,453 $ 146,242 $229,197 $269,547 $304,145
Services $72,083 $64,527 $49,929 $ 103,907 $81,960
Internal Service Fees $9,307 $9,497 $8,303 $ 20,154 $ 13,827
Supplies $3,381 $4,019 $9,019 $ 13,000 $ 11,700
'Total Expenditures $227,224 $224,286 $296,448 $406,608 $411,632
-19% -1% 32% 37% 1%
Revenues less Expenditures $(117,224) $(152,942) $(210,757) $(279,778) $(306,255)
• The Emergency Management team began working with a contractor in 2023 to update the Eagle
County Hazard Mitigation Plan.This work will continue into 2024, but the expense is less.
• In 2023, the Public Safety Council funds were moved from the Sheriff's Office budget into the
Emergency Management budget. $15,000 is budgeted annually to support Public Safety Council
projects that contribute to the overall health and safety of our community.
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800 MHz (General Fund department)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $40,216 2.0 $0.73
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges For Services $ 574,891 $ 574,891 $ 573,729 $574,331 $574,329'
Rental $ 13,945 $ 16,245 $ 15,736 $ 15,200 $ 15,2001
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $ 1,883 $ 11,840 $- $
'Total Revenues $588,836 $593,019 $601,305 $ 589,531 $ 589,529
% Inc/Dec -1% 1% 1% -2% 0%
Expenditures
FTEs 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Salaries&Benefits $ 107,240 $ 121,008 $208,767 $232,164 $268,490
Services $63,626 $66,302 $72,497 $93,834 $ 118,980
Internal Service Fees $ 13,008 $ 14,626 $ 18,761 $27,742 $29,643
Supplies $9,148 $22,130 $ 118,623 $30,800 $37,200
Capital Outlay $ 100,693 $55,040 $38,958 $233,042 $95,000
'Total Expenditures $293,714 $279,106 $457,605 $617,582 $549,313
% Inc/Dec -8% -5% 64% 35% -11%
Revenues less Expenditures $295,122 $313,913 $ 143,700 $(28,051) $40,216
Beginning Fund Balance $ 1,281,283 $ 1,535,898 $ 1,849,811 $ 1,993,511 $ 1,965,460
Ending Fund Balance $ 1,576,405 $ 1,849,811 $ 1,993,511 $ 1,965,460 $2,005,676
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 537% 663% 436% 318% 365%
• Revenues are not increasing in 2024, fees are collected from Eagle County public safety agencies
who use the microwave radio system. The largest payers include Eagle County(32%), town of Vail
(31%), other towns(14%), fire protection districts(9%), Eagle County Paramedic Services(6%)and
other users of the system (8%).
• Services include the cost of land leases on which the radio towers are located and utility services for
the radio sites.
• This department's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this
book.
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E911 Authority (Discretely Presented Component Unit)
I Net Addition of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Addition per Capita
I $174,399 N/A $3.16 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 5,535 $27,080 $- $- $-I
Grants- Non Federal $21,744 $99,180 $ 104,744 $81,240 $92,9041
Charges For Services $ 1,260,952 $ 1,397,878 $ 1,611,821 $ 1,453,677 $ 1,626,2431
Investment Earnings $7,715 $ 5,530 $ 12,996 $ 17,240 $22,0501
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-
'Total Revenues $ 1,295,945 $ 1,529,668 $ 1,729,561 $ 1,552,157 $ 1,741,197
0/0 Inc/Dec 21% 18% 13% -10% 12% '
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Expenditures I
Services $ 198,713 $500,863 $277,622 $323,788 $353,3981
Internal Service Fees $ 12,594 $ 14,862 $ 17,001 $ 15,349 $ 17,4001
Intergovernmental $ 845,030 $874,606 $956,272 $ 1,170,536 $ 1,196,0001
Supplies $- $- $- $- $-I
Capital Outlay $67,501 $- $- $- $1
'Total Expenditures $ 1,123,838 $ 1,390,330 $ 1,250,895 $ 1,509,673 $ 1,566,798
0/0 Inc/Dec 6% 24% -10% 21% 4% I
Revenues less Expenditures $172,108 $139,338 $478,666 $42,484 $174,399
Beginning Fund Balance $430,406 $602,514 $741,852 $ 1,220,517 $ 1,263,001
Ending Fund Balance $602,514 $741,852 $ 1,220,517 $ 1,263,001 $ 1,437,4001
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 54% 53% 98% 84% 92%
• The E911 Authority board members are appointed by the board of county commissioners. It is
funded from a surcharge on local phone bills and its responsibility is to provide 911 dispatchers with
a visual display of the address, phone number and jurisdictional agencies for calls to the emergency
911 phone number. The E911 Authority works closely with the town of Vail, which operates the
dispatch center for the county.
• Telephone surcharge rate is increasing from $1.81 to $1.97 per line in 2024.
• The largest expenditure is a payment to the town of Vail, they operate the 911 public safety dispatch
center.
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GIS
Department Purpose Core Programs
To provide an accurate and comprehensive Geographic 1. GIS Data Management and Maintenance
Information System (GIS)for managing our resources, 2. GIS Web Application Development
making informed decisions, and expediting work 3. GIS Analysis
processes. 4. GIS Assistance to County Departments and
the Public
5. Cartographic Production
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Provide at least one update of our data holdings to the 1 1 1
State of Colorado in order to have alignment with
interagency efforts
Staff attends one GIS Conference and complete one 2 2 2
online course in order to maintain technically skilled
team members
GIS (General Fund department)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $321,833 1.9 $5.84 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 1,823 $- $- $- $-I
Charges for Services $ 5,570 $3,399 $2,535 $2,500 $2,5001
'Total Revenues $7,393 $3,399 $2,535 $2,500 $2,500
Inc/Dec 61% -54% -25% -1% 0% I
I
Expenditures I
FTEs 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9 I
Salaries&Benefits $249,182 $248,934 $259,719 $280,517 $318,425'
Services $283 $ 562 $3,897 $3,638 $3,6381
Supplies $ 1,361 $878 $911 $2,270 $2,2701
'Total Expenditures $250,826 $250,374 $264,528 $286,425 $324,333
% Inc/Dec 0% 0% 6% 8% 13% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(243,433) $(246,975) $(261,993) $(283,925) $(321,833)1
• The geographic information system (GIS) department is expected to have stable expenses in 2024.
Supplies increased in 2023 due to rising printing costs.
• Revenue is collected for report and map printing.
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Core Services - Public Works
Eagle County's public works teams provide exceptional core services to Eagle County Government
departments and Eagle County residents.
Department Fund M2024 2024 FTE
Expenditures
Facilities Management General Fund $5,495,183 16.3
'Facilities Management Conservation Trust Fund $ 177,500 0.0
'Project Management General Fund $ 514,643 3.0
'Project Management/Various Departments Capital Improvements Fund $35,248,947 0.0
(Road and Bridge Road &Bridge $ 13,257,711 24.5
Ileet Fleet Fund $ 10,084,059 19.0
otal for Core Services-Public Works $64,778,043 62.8
Facilities Management
Department Purpose Core Programs
Our mission is to provide a safe, sustainable, and 1. Maintain Eagle County government properties
efficient physical environment that supports the 2. Collaborate with other departments for office
organization's mission and vision. We do this by space needs
managing and maintaining our facilities and 3. Operate and maintain Eagle County Fairgrounds
infrastructure, providing high-quality customer Develop plans for future expansions to support
service, and promoting sustainable practices. the needs of the community
4. Maintain and expand the EV charging station
infrastructure for Eagle County Government Fleet
and the public
5. Strategically evaluate equipment for alternative
fuel source replacements
6. Campus Security and Safety
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
New in 2024 New in 2024 New in 2024
The Eagle County Facilities team will improve the
mechanism for reporting work orders and response time.
The team will additionally develop a quality assurance
mechanism to solicit feedback from requesters after the
work order is closed to assess and improve response.
Benchmark building's energy usage to ensure facilities 13 Facilities 13 Facilities 15 Facilities
are operating efficiently and meet the State requirement
to submit reports for facilities over 50,000 sq ft to the
Colorado Energy Office once a year.
Maintain or exceed 25% cost recovery for Fairgrounds 25% 23% 25%
operations.
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Facilities Management(General Fund department)
NetUse ofFunds2024 Overview I
I FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $5,335,827 16.3 $96.79 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $50,737 $55,601 $63,245 $ 57,296 $49,9961
Federal Grants $ 12,651 °$50,000 $- $- $
Rental $71,392 $83,301 $97,460 $85,860 $ 109,3601
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $2,858 $3,000 $-
Total Revenues $ 134,779 $ 188,903 $ 163,563 $ 146,156 $ 159,356I
%Inc/Dec -14% 40% -13% -11% 9% I
Expenditures I
FTEs 14.2 12.2 13.2 16.3 16.3 '
Salaries&Benefits $ 1,405,826 $ 1,175,392 $ 1,456,372 $ 1,838,943 $2,122,1841
Services $ 1,638,364 $2,004,098 $2,295,824 $2,938,982 $2,778,2051
Internal Service Fees $ 127,550 $ 148,620 $ 169,785 $229,563 $239,0321
Supplies $ 113,114 $207,004 $260,304 $291,980 $281,0001
Capital Outlay $29,887 $36,462 $ 153,782 $ 168,376 $74,762
'Total Expenditures $3,314,741 $3,571,575 $4,336,068 $5,467,844 $5,495,183
0/0 Inc/Dec 0% 8% 21% 26% 0% I
Revenues less Expenditures $(3,179,962) $(3,382,673) $(4,172,505) $(5,321,688) $(5,335,827)I
• Rental revenue is increasing due to a new fee structure for fairground facility rental.
• Service expenses are decreasing due to a one time water reduction project in 2023.
• Internal service expenses are for the maintenance, replacement and fuel for the facility's fleet of
vehicles.
• Supplies are decreasing slightly due to prior year chair replacements that will not recur in 2024.
• This department's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this
book.
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Conservation Trust Fund (Special Revenue Fund)
' 2024 Overview
Net Addition of Funds FTEs Net Addition per Capita
' $0 N/A $0.00
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
'Revenues
'Miscellaneous Revenue $- $- $- $- $-
'Investment Earnings $- $- $4,936 $2,400 $7,500
'Grants- Non Federal $ 130,716 $ 154,150 $ 171,547 $ 156,000 $ 170,000
'Total Revenues $ 130,716 $ 154,150 $ 176,483 $ 158,400 $ 177,500
' % Inc/Dec -9% 18% 14% -10% 12%
'Expenditures
'Services $67,393 $51,782 $61,834 $72,600 $78,000
'Internal Service Fees $ 1,307 $ 1,542 $ 1,715 $ 1,500 $ 1,600
'Supplies $- $- $- $- $-
'Capital Outlay $- $- $- $ 150,000 $97,900
'Total Expenditures $68,700 $ 53,323 $63,550 $224,100 $ 177,500
' % Inc/Dec -42% -22% 19% 253% -21%
(Revenues less Expenditures $62,016 $ 100,827 $ 112,933 $(65,700) $
Beginning Fund Balance $ 112,591 $ 174,607 $275,434 $388,367 $322,667
'Ending Fund Balance $174,607 $275,434 $388,367 $322,667 $322,6671
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 254% 517% 611% 144% 182% I
• This fund is restricted to specific allowable uses and is primarily used to pay for maintenance and
repairs at Freedom Park in Edwards.
• This fund's capital outlay is for the rehabilitation of a children's water spray park in Edwards and is
further explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book. This project was budgeted in 2023
and will continue into 2024.
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Project Management
Department Purpose Core Programs
The project management Department manages the 1. Cost estimation and project feasibility
construction and modifications of the physical assets of 2. Construction project oversight
Eagle County Government.The PM department 3. Ensure project quality, timeliness, and
coordinates with architects, contractors and other budget
vendors. 4. Provide project status to project owners
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Complete the approved projects on time 100% 100% 100%
Complete the approved projects within the approved 100% 100% 100%
budget
Provide support on warranty issues to project owners 100% 100% 100%
once the project is handed off
Project Management (General Fund department)
I 2024 Overview
Net Use of Funds FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $514,643 3.0 $9.34 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $ 137 $- $- $- $'Total Revenues $137 $0 $0 $0 $0
0/0 Inc/Dec -100%
Expenditures
FTEs 2.0 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0
Salaries&Benefits $242,216 $229,054 $242,060 $384,081 $447,783
Services $ 14,154 $ 21,575 $37,898 $43,060 $48,866
Internal Service Fees $ 13,965 $ 13,354 $ 13,947 $ 14,220 $ 14,4241
Supplies $367 $2,235 $2,698 $3,270 $3,570
Capital Outlay $- $7,389 $- $- $-
'Total Expenditures $ 270,702 $273,607 $296,603 $444,631 $ 514,643
%Inc/Dec 3% 1% 8% 50% 16%
Revenues less Expenditures $(270,564) $(273,607) $(296,603) $(444,631) $(514,643)
• The project management team added one FTE in 2023. In 2024 we are seeing a full year of expenses
related to the additional employee including training, supplies and vehicle fuel and maintenance.
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Capital Improvements Fund (Special Revenue Funds)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $17,670,487 N/A $320.54
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $(143) $(106) $- $- $-
Sales&Other Taxes $7,016,535 $8,853,745 $ 10,916,058 $ 10,975,248 $ 10,625,359
Grants-Non Federal $ 57,000 $- $63,667 $750,000 $ 1
Federal Grants $ - $- $- $- $5,000,000
Charges for Services $ - $- $- $ 1,108,750 $-
Rental $- $- $- $- $-
Investment Earnings $226,512 $ 182,705 $907,368 $931,280 $350,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $- $22,347,494 $281 $- $-
Other Financing Sources $- $- $- $- $-I
Interfund Transfers In $88,715 $216,464 $ 1,371,578 $ 1,569,559 $ 1,603,100I
'Total Revenues $7,388,619 $31,600,302 $ 13,258,953 $ 15,334,837 $ 17,578,460
% Inc/Dec -57% 328% -58% 16% 15%
Expenditures
Miscellaneous $- $- $- $- $-'
Services $464,522 $ 517,086 $624,992 $ 1,155,867 $ 175,0081
Internal Service Fees $71,783 $304,229 $ 107,929 $ 173,600 $ 177,0001
Supplies $223,232 $ 10,387 $- $- $-'
Capital Outlay $ 6,341,005 $2,037,407 $4,360,678 $28,269,944 $30,897,8391
Grants&Contributions Issued $- $- $- $- $-'
Principal Payments $- $- $- $- $-'
Debt Service $2,652,500 $3,166,004 $4,005,850 $4,002,850 $3,999,1001
Interest Expense $- $- $- $- $-'
Interfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $- $-
'Total Expenditures $9,753,042 $ 6,035,113 $9,099,449 $33,602,261 $35,248,947
% Inc/Dec 6% -38% 51% 269% 5% '
Revenues less Expenditures $(2,364,424) $25,565,189 $4,159,504 $(18,267,424) $(17,670,487)
Beginning Fund Balance $ 14,090,352 $ 11,725,928 $37,291,117 $41,450,621 $23,183,197
Ending Fund Balance $ 11,725,928 $37,291,117 $41,450,621 $23,183,197 $5,512,7101
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 120% 618% 456% 69% 16% '
• The capital improvements fund receives 35% of the 1% Eagle County sales tax(authorized by voters
in 19881)which is dedicated to capital improvement projects or related debt repayments.
• The goal is to be awarded five million dollars in federal awards to go toward completing the Eagle
Valley Trail.
• Interfund transfers are transfers from the General Fund, Housing and ECO Trails.This money is used
to make principal and interest payments on current debt(certificates of participation)for the Justice
Center,Two10 at Castle Peak and the Eagle Valley Trail. More information can be found in the
Current Debt Obligations section of this book.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Road & Bridge
Department Purpose Core Programs
To be the leader in road system safety and 1. Snow Removal
transportation quality for the traveling public. 2. Gravel Road Dust abatement/Stabilization
3. Road Signage
4. Road Striping
5. Drainage Maintenance
6. Guardrail/Cattle Guard Maintenance
7. Paved Road Maintenance
8. Gravel Replacement
9. Overlay/Chip Seal Program
10. Mowing/Tree trimming in right of ways
11. Emergency support/response. Fire, floods and
1-70 closures
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Pavement Management Program. Mill and overlay at 42,095 yd2 89,744 yd2 70,000 yd2
least 70,000 square yards of paved roads per year.
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Road & Bridge (Special Revenue Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,599,648 24.5 $29.02
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $4,582,504 $4,617,068 $4,779,843 $4,719,457 $ 6,737,746
Sales&Other Taxes $ 1,534,951 $ 1,695,016 $ 1,722,910 $ 1,600,000 $ 1,600,000
Federal Grants $2,675,288 $3,085,482 $2,934,224 $2,951,670 $3,105,397
Grants- Non Federal $- $- $- $- $-
Charges For Services $210,299 $224,509 $ 187,808 $204,920 $204,920
Internal Service Revenue $9,199 $3,572 $6,188 $ 10,000 $ 10,000
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 192,032 $- $ 19,756 $- $-
ITotal Revenues $9,204,273 $9,625,647 $9,650,729 $9,486,047 $ 11,658,063
0/0 Inc/Dec -2% 5% 0% -2% 23%
Expenditures
FTEs 23.0 22.0 22.0 21.9 24.5
Salaries& Benefits $2,167,821 $ 1,983,145 $2,140,229 $2,473,280 $2,941,809
Services $771,183 $699,152 $680,872 $937,749 $ 1,058,773
Internal Service Fees $ 1,842,832 $2,107,730 $2,204,750 $2,347,345 $2,540,839
Intergovernmental $ 1,287,117 $ 1,302,553 $ 1,344,600 $ 1,337,201 $ 1,910,647
Supplies $ 1,060,169 $936,376 $ 1,017,286 $ 1,159,058 $ 1,615,338
Capital Outlay $ 1,371,291 $ 1,255,451 $ 1,964,087 $2,174,032 $3,190,305
'Total Expenditures $8,500,412 $8,284,407 $9,351,825 $ 10,428,665 $ 13,257,711
% Inc/Dec 7% -3% 13% 12% 27%
Revenues less Expenditures $703,861 $ 1,341,240 $298,905 $(942,618) $(1,599,648)
Beginning Fund Balance $8,016,656 $8,720,517 $ 10,061,757 $ 10,360,661 $9,418,043
Ending Fund Balance $8,720,517 $ 10,061,757 $ 10,360,661 $9,418,043 $7,818,395
Fund Balance as%of Expenditures 103% 121% 111% 90% 59%
• Property tax revenue is increasing as discussed in the Revenue Trends section.
• This fund receives 100% of the county's specific ownership tax and highway users tax fund
contributions from the state of Colorado as well as a portion of payment in lieu of taxes that the
county receives from the Federal government.
• Road and Bridge is adding FTEs in 2024 to follow their succession plan to set this fund up for future
success.
• The supplies budget is increasing to account for price increases on items such as culverts and
magnesium chloride to treat the roads.
• Fund balance will be used in 2024 to complete some capital projects in 2024. This fund's capital
outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Fleet Services
Department Purpose Core Programs
Provide and maintain a safe, 1. Procurement, replacement and disposal of the county's
economical and sustainable fleet for equipment fleet.
Eagle County Government while 2. Manage all fleet data and reporting through FASTER
aligning with Eagle County strategic 3. Inspect and maintain all light and heavy fleet vehicles and
goals. transit buses. Manageparts purchasingand inventory.
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4. Provide 24/7 support and maintenance for Eagle County
Sheriffs Office.
5. Paint and Body shop
6. Manage all fuel stations
7. Provide a mechanic internship program for Eagle County
School District
Performance Measures 2022 Actual 2023 Target 2024 Target
Timely vehicle repairs and preventative maintenance to 11,400 hours 13,340 hours 15,000 hours
ensure county work dependent upon vehicles can
continue. Measured by annual shop labor hours.
Purchase vehicles that comply with the county's climate 55% 65% 30%
goals by seeking out electric and hybrid vehicles. Not all
equipment has a satisfactory electric or hybrid vehicle.
Measure number of electric or hybrid vehicles purchased
as percentage of total.Target will change each year
depending upon which equipment is on the replacement
list.
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Fleet Services (Internal Service Fund)
I Net Use of Funds 2024 Overview
FTEs Net Use per Capita
I $1,080,559 19.0 $19.60 I
'Account Classification 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Budget
Revenues
Federal Grants $35,688 $- $- $- $-
Grants-Non Federal $- $7,800 $- $- $-
Charges For Services $45,274 $65,823 $ 108,023 $ 221,028 $ 114,729
Internal Service Revenue $5,856,174 $6,625,087 $7,285,342 $7,429,382 $8,450,311
Miscellaneous Revenue $ 350,322 $298,217 $384,956 $283,399 $438,460
Interfund Transfers In $210,524 $- $20,000 $- $1
'Total Revenues $6,497,982 $6,996,926 $7,798,322 $7,933,809 $9,003,500
%Inc/Dec -1% 8% 11% 2% 13%
Expenditures
FTEs 17.0 16.0 16.0 17.0 19.0
Salaries&Benefits $ 1,414,907 $ 1,377,357 $ 1,591,069 $ 1,805,548 $2,427,739
Services $ 586,529 $489,552 $ 572,554 $851,424 $ 1,035,836
Internal Service Fees $ 134,915 $ 137,019 $ 161,007 $ 180,317 $243,542
Supplies $ 1,802,811 $2,189,968 $2,717,659 $3,709,340 $3,621,554
Capital Outlay $ 1,934,866 $2,066,974 $2,619,687 $3,256,490 $2,755,388
IInterfund Transfers Out $- $- $- $ 169,854 $-
'Total Expenditures $ 5,874,028 $6,260,868 $7,661,976 $9,972,973 $ 10,084,059
' % Inc/Dec -1% 7% 22% 30% 1% '
Revenues less Expenditures(Beginning Fund Balance $623,954 $736,058 $ 136,345 $(2,039,164) $(1,080,559)
$ 17,354,120 $ 17,978,074 $ 18,714,132 $ 18,850,477 $ 16,811,313
'Ending Fund Balance $ 17,978,074 $ 18,714,132 $ 18,850,477 $ 16,811,313 $ 15,730,7541
IFund Balance as%of Expenditures 306% 299% 246% 169% 156%
• Revenue is increasing based on increases charged to other departments for fleet maintenance,
repairs and fuel. These increases account for added vehicles and parts price increases.
• The cost of the car share program is covered by this fund.
• Two FTEs were added in 2023; a mechanic and a transit service writer.
• Rising service expenses are due to significant repairs on heavy equipment.
• This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the Capital Expenditures section of this book.
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Capital Expenditures
An expenditure is classified as a capital asset if it is used in operations,the cost is greater than $10,000, and
it has a useful life of three years or longer. Capital projects are reviewed by the Capital Improvements Plan
committee which uses a variety of criteria, including alignment to the strategic plan, necessity of the project,
and associated costs- both upfront costs and ongoing costs.Total budgeted capital expenditures, including
capital and operating leases, for Eagle County in 2024 are $105.9 million and are distributed across several
funds and departments as shown below.
Fund/Department 2024 Amount
ECHDA Consolidated $43,370,000
Capital Improvements Fund* $ 31,072,847
General Fund $ 13,574,762
'Airport $ 6,541,000
Road & Bridge $ 3,190,305
Eagle County Air Terminal $ 3,000,000
Fleet Services $ 2,755,388
Open Space $ 1,030,640
Housing Operations Fund $ 875,000
Landfill Fund $ 100,000
Conservation Trust $ 97,900
800 MHz Fund $ 95,000
ECO Transit $ 82,352
ECO Trails $ 50,000
'Workforce Housing Rentals $ 17,900
Seniors on Broadway II $ 10,500
$ 105,863,5941
*This includes capital outlay and service classification
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority Consolidated
Capital Project: Haymeadow Purchase and Department: Eagle County Housing and
Resale Development Authority
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: ECHDA will begin to purchase 43 units for resale with a
price capped deed restriction to the local workforce.Those resales will be managed by The Valley Home
Store and offered to Eligible Households for resale. There will be costs associated with the purchase and
resale of units, but will only be a one time cost per unit.The intention is to re-sell all units by the end of
2024.
Budget: $19,550,000 Impact on Other Departments:The Valley Home
Store
Funding Sources: ECHDA Impact on Operating Costs: $150,000 for staffing at
THVS offset by$215k in resale fees (total for all units)
$500k in closing and carrying costs for ECHDA(total
for all units). If the properties are sold as planned; no
ongoing operating costs expected.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: CMC Building 3 Department: Eagle County Housing and
Development Authority
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: ECHDA is partnering with CMC to build a third building
with 36 units in Edwards.The unit mix includes 12 two bedroom units and 18 studio units for rent to
Eligible Households.This would be the third similar building in this location with property management
provided by ECHDA.
Budget: $13,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECHDA Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Bold Housing Moves- Good Department: Eagle County Housing and
Deeds Development Authority
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Good Deeds program adds a deed restriction to an
open market home in exchange for cash at closing.
Budget: $3,320,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECHDA Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Freedom Park Elections Center Department: Project Management
and General Services Building
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County Government has been pursuing the
opportunity to build on the vacant parcel of land adjacent to and west of Freedom Park in Edwards.The
buildable parcel is approximately 1.35 acres.The parcel is part of the Berry Creek/Miller Ranch PUD (Tract
C). Menendez Architects and EVstudio have been working on programming and design that would
incorporate both the office space needs and 20 modular housing units to take advantage of the size and
location of the site. Clerk and Recorder/Motor Vehicle, Public Health, Human Services, and Sheriff's Office
were given the assurance that we would pursue the development of a suitable office building on this site.
Shaw Construction has been awarded for Preconstruction and Construction services.The construction
would start in Spring of 2024 on the Housing portion with the overall construction phase having a
duration of 24 months.
Budget: $3,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: Sheriff, Clerk&
Recorder, Public Health, Human Services, Facilities
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements Fund Impact on Operating Costs: Costs to operate this
revenue($10.5M), General Fund revenue building will hit our operating budget in 2025. We will
($13.5M), Housing Fund revenue($3M) seek to sell the existing locations where these teams
are operating, so hopefully this new and energy
efficient building will actually cost less to operate.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core.services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: Bold Housing Moves- Locals Department: Eagle County Housing and
First Cash Offer Development Authority
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Locals First Cash Offer program assists locals with buying
a home. For this program, Eagle County buys properties with cash then resells the property directly to a
local buyer with a deed restriction on the property.
Budget: $2,500,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECHDA Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Habitat for Humanity Lending Department: Eagle County Housing and
Program Pilot Development Authority
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: ECHDA is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley
(HFHW) on a pilot program that would combine a 0% interest loan with a price buydown in exchange for
a deed restriction on future resales.A subsidy up to $200,000 may be provided for each purchase,
assisting 10 or more homebuyers. The first units in the pilot program will be targeted at the Timber Ridge
Redevelopment site in the town of Vail.
Budget: $2,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECHDA Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Improvements Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Eagle Vail Trail Segments Department: ECO Trails
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Upon completion, the Eagle Valley Trail will extend 63
miles from the top of Vail pass to the start of Glenwood Canyon and pass through the towns of Vail,
Minturn, Avon, Eagle and Gypsum along with many metro districts and Unincorporated Eagle County. In
2024 focus will be on completing the trail.
Budget: $15,276,282 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Proceeds from the certificates Impact on Operating Costs:The Eagle Valley Trail
of participation issued in 2021, grants, donations requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance. We
from fundraising and contributions from metro estimate that it costs approximately$21,000 per mile
districts and Towns. per year to operate and maintain the trail.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: Edwards Freedom Park General Department: Project Management
Services Building
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County Government has been pursuing the
opportunity to build on the vacant parcel of land adjacent to and west of Freedom Park in Edwards.The
buildable parcel is approximately 1.35 acres. The parcel is part of the Berry Creek/Miller Ranch PUD(Tract
C). Menendez Architects and EVstudio have been working on programming and design that would
incorporate both the office space needs and 20 modular housing units to take advantage of the size and
location of the site. Clerk and Recorder/Motor Vehicle, Public Health, Human Services, and Sheriffs Office
were given the assurance that we would pursue the development of a suitable office building on this site.
Shaw Construction has been awarded for Preconstruction and Construction services.The construction
would start in December 2023 on the Housing portion with the overall construction phase having a
duration of 24 months.
Budget: $10,500,000 Impact on Other Departments: Sheriff, Clerk&
Recorder, Public Health, Human Services, Facilities
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements Fund Impact on Operating Costs: Costs to operate this
revenue ($10.5M), General Fund revenue building will hit our operating budget in 2025. We will
($13.5M), Housing Fund revenue($3M) seek to sell the existing locations where these teams
are operating, so hopefully this new and energy
efficient building will actually cost less to operate.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: MSC G Concrete Floor Department: Facilities
Replacement
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Replacement of the concrete floor to correct drainage
issues that are causing standing water and contributing to the deteriorating structural integrity of the
building.
Budget: $2,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: MSC B&C Roof Replacement Department: Facilities
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The existing roof is aging out and is becoming
increasingly more problematic with leaks in the past few years.
Budget: $1,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: Current occupants
may experience noise or need to be temporarily
relocated during construction.
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs:This will reduce
revenue ongoing repair costs.
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Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Justice Center Hot Water Department: Facilities
Distribution System &Water Tank
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The justice Center's hot water distribution system and
water tank has aged out and must be replaced.
Budget: $600,000 Impact on Other Departments: Sheriff
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs:The system should
revenue operate more efficiently
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: MSC B Remote Thermal Unit Department: Facilities
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The MSC building's rooftop remote thermal unit of the
HVAC system has aged out and needs to be replaced.
Budget: $400,000 Impact on Other Departments: Building occupants
may experience temporary relocation for a day
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs:The operating costs for
revenue electrification of this building will be studied, but
should be less than the current operating costs.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Justice Center CCTV/Camera Department: Sheriff
Improvement
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:This camera upgrade/replacement will add extra cameras
in the Detentions Center and overall justice center, to include courts and main hallway.This is the final
upgrade on this project. These cameras are of the highest quality and expected to last in the range of
10-15 years. Having these cameras in the areas most needed will provide better security to keep inmates
and thepublic at large safe and are continuouslymonitored bythe Eagle CountySheriff's Office
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Detentions staff. This high security camera system allows us to make the safety of inmates, the public,
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employees of the Courts and Sheriff's Office a high priority and enable fast response to any situation that
may arise.
Budget: $250,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: Facilities Management Capital Department: Facilities
Maintenance
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Planned improvements to building infrastructure,
contingency fund for unforeseen equipment failures over$5K.
Budget: $175,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Firewall Replacements and Edge Department: Innovation &Technology
Upgrade
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Replace end of life firewall security equipment to
maintain baseline minimum security need in order to continue to keep the county's information secure.
Institute a real time high availability redundancy solution that will greatly reduce internet service
disruptions on the main Eagle Campus. Increasing real time dependencies(hybrid work, video
conferencing, remote BoCC presentations, etc...) has greatly elevated the need for all the time internet
availability and access.
Budget: $160,000 Impact on Other Departments:All county
departments rely on functioning technology to do
their work.
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: Estimated at about$30K
revenue per year in increased annual maintenance costs
associated with additional equipment.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: BearCat Vehicle Department: Sheriff
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The BearCat/Terradyne is an armored vehicle used in
tactical, SWAT, and the Sheriff's Office Special Operations Unit. It will be a shared vehicle with Avon P.D.
Eagle P.D. Vail P.D. and the Sheriff's Office. And will be positioned in the County to best respond
efficiently for emergency response to either side of the County and in some circumstances respond to
mutual aid requests to Garfield, Pitkin or Summit Counties. It will also protect officers serving high risk
drug warrants.This vehicle is potentially a life saver for our deputies.
Budget: $137,462 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs:Any operating cost
revenue would be shared among the four Law Enforcement
agencies in Eagle County.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: 2024 Parking Lot Maintenance Department: Engineering
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: 2024 maintenance includes seal coat, curb and gutter,
crack seal, striping, special markings for Senior Center, Golden Eagle, Seniors on Broadway, Main Eagle
County Building, Maintenance Service Complex, and ECO Bus Storage Facility.
Budget: $105,000 Impact on Other Departments: Senior Center,
Golden Eagle, Seniors on Broadway, Main Eagle
County Building, Maintenance Service Complex, and
ECO Bus Storage Facility
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: Parking lot
revenue maintenance is ongoing.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: IT Infrastructure Virtual Department: Innovation &Technology
Licensing Updates (phase II)
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The technology infrastructure that runs our core software
application has evolved from one of primary physical servers to one of virtual servers.That has impacted
the historical licensing(revenue) models of a substantial number of our infrastructure vendors. Many
have changed their going forward licensing models to one based on virtual server counts as opposed to
physical server counts. Begun in 2023,we need to complete our transition to virtual based licenses. Our
emphasis in 2024 will be focused on completing the transition of our database servers.
Budget: $100,000 Impact on Other Departments:All county
departments rely on functioning technology to do
their work.
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs:This number includes
revenue ongoing costs of the equipment.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Large Conference Room Video Department: Innovation &Technology
Conferencing Upgrades
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Current video conferencing technology in the Garden
Level Conference was originally scoped using our historical Google Meet approach used across all county
conference rooms. It has been deemed that this traditional Google Meet approach is insufficient given
the large sizes of this room.This project proposes implementing a variety of video and audio
improvements to enhance the experience of room participants both from within and remotely.
Budget: $95,000 Impact on Other Departments:All departments
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: $10,000 annually
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: IT Minor Capital Maintenance Department: Innovation &Technology
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Miscellaneous minor capital maintenance needs for IT
equipment that will reach projected end of life during 2024. Proactive maintenance ensures ongoing
reliability of equipment, which in turn assures that workforce productivity that is reliant
on the services this equipment delivers, remains high.
Budget: $69,000 Impact on Other Departments:All county
departments rely on functioning technology to do
their work.
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Beds at the Jail Department: Sheriff
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:This request is to supply and install 14 max-secure beds
at the Detentions Center.These beds comply with current detention center safety standards.
Budget: $67,585 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Community Development Department: Innovation &Technology
eReviews and IG Inspect
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Community Development seeks to further electronify the
way it does business by phasing out of paper based building plan reviews and moving toward electronic
plan submissions and reviews.There is demand for this from their customer's preference for doing
business electronically and that the electronic approach provides remote work flexibility in support of
both hiring and retention of planners.This will also allow building inspectors to perform their inspection
data entry activities electronically in the field and phase out of current two step data entry associated
with their existing paper based process.
Budget: $64,499 Impact on Other Departments: Community
Development, Building and Engineering
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: $6,000 per year in
revenue additional Energov annual maintenance.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: EOC Screen Sharing Department: Innovation &Technology
Technology Replacement
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: The ability to share computer screens onto wall monitors in
the Emergency Operations Center(EOC) is critical to maintaining situational awareness during emergencies.
Purchased in 2014, the existing Crestron system is reaching end of life and IT recommends replacing it to
maintain the existing ability to present information on wall monitors in the EOC.
Budget: $60,000 Impact on Other Departments: Emergency
Management
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: none
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Investigations Camera Department: Sheriff
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The camera is a real time recording of crime scenes. It
captures the entire scene, area, buildings, mapping, gives GPS/Iatitude and longitude. This information
will be gathered to provide to the court for prosecuting cases. It gives actual scene footage as opposed to
recreating through drawings or pictures. Will reduce on scene investigation time as it will document the
scene within seconds vs. hours. Cuts overall man hours and will be cost efficient for years to come.
Budget: $13,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
General Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Edwards Freedom Park General Department: Project Management
Services Building
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County Government has been pursuing the
opportunity to build on the vacant parcel of land adjacent to and west of Freedom Park in Edwards.The
buildable parcel is approximately 1.35 acres.The parcel is part of the Berry Creek/Miller Ranch PUD (Tract
C). Menendez Architects and EVstudio have been working on programming and design that would
incorporate both the office space needs and 20 modular housing units to take advantage of the size and
location of the site. Clerk and Recorder/Motor Vehicle, Public Health, Human Services, and Sheriff's Office
were given the assurance that we would pursue the development of a suitable office building on this site.
Shaw Construction has been awarded for Preconstruction and Construction services. The construction
would start in December 2023 on the Housing portion with the overall construction phase having a
duration of 24 months.
Budget: $10,500,000 Impact on Other Departments: Sheriff, Clerk&
Recorder, Public Health, Human Services, Facilities
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Funding Sources: Capital Improvements Fund Impact on Operating Costs: Costs to operate this
revenue($10.5M), General Fund revenue building will hit our operating budget in 2025. We will
($13.5M), Housing Fund revenue($3M) seek to sell the existing locations where these teams
are operating, so hopefully this new and energy
efficient building will actually cost less to operate.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Airport Land Lease Department: Facilities and Sheriff's Office
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Maintenance Service Center building is located on
land owned by the Eagle County Regional Airport. Because a portion of the airport land acquisition was
funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the FAA requires that the county departments
occupying the building and land pay a market rate rent to the Airport fund.
Budget: $74,762 Impact on Other Departments:Airport
receives the annual revenue from this lease.
Funding Sources: General Fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating
budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Airport Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Federal Inspection Services Department:Airport
Construction (Needs Grant Funding)
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Airport is currently designing a Federal Inspection
Services building to be able to accommodate aircraft arriving or departing to international destinations.
The total cost of the construction is estimated to be $15,000,000, and the Airport is looking for funding
from outside sources.The Airport will contribute $2,000,000 in 2024 towards construction and will look
for partners and grants to help with the difference.
Budget: $2,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund and grant revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Deice Pad Grinding Department: Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Airport will be repairing a section of the deice pad
that has raised and is no longer level with the other sections.This has created a safety hazard for our
snow plow operators.
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Budget: $1,500,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Taxiway B Phase III Construction Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Taxiway B Phase III is slated to be completed in 2024
and this will include more embankment work. This project has been approved by the FAA. The FAA is
contributing$1,260,000, $20,000 will be coming from CDOT and the Airport contribution is $120,000.
Budget: $1,400,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund and grant revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Taxiway B:A3 &A4 Design Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Airport will begin designing connectors A3 &A4 to
correct the access points to the runway per new FAA design requirements in 2024. The FAA is
contributing$900,000, $50,000 will be coming from CDOT and the Airport contribution is $50,000.
Budget: $1,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund and grant revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:ATCT Elevator Improvements Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Air Traffic Control Tower elevator has very out of date
equipment and needs to be upgraded.
Budget: $250,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Capital Project: Light Vault&Tower Generator Department:Air po _
Replacement
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The generator for the lighting vault and tower need to be
replaced in 2024.
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Budget: $136,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:ARFF Bay Garage Door Replacement Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: One of the doors on the ARFF garage needs to be
replaced in 2024 with a new high speed door.
Budget: $75,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Utility Truck Purchase Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Airport will need to purchase a new utility truck in
2024 to replace an older truck that is at the end of the truck's life.
Budget: $75,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: Minimal costs
associated with fuel and maintenance should
be less than $1,000 annually.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Admin/ARFF Roof Repair Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The roof on the Admin/ARFF building is in need of
repair/patchwork in certain areas where there are leaks.
Budget: $30,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Airport Equipment Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The airport needs new equipment and will attempt to
acquire appropriate equipment replacement from the Denver International Airport surplus sale.
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Budget: $25,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: 545 Hangar Roof Repair Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Hangar 545 which is owned by Eagle County and leased
to tenants is in need of roof repair. Airport staff will work with a contractor to repair the roof in 2024.
Budget: $20,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Side Discharge Spreader Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Airport would like to purchase a side discharge
spreader in 2024 to help maintenance be more efficient with their rut filling on the airfield.
Budget: $20,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Truck Spreader Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:This Spreader will be placed on a new truck purchased in
2024 for snow removal.
Budget: $10,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Airport fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: Preventative
maintenance and any necessary repairs should
be less than $500 annually.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Road and Bridge Capital Projects
Pr
ojects
Capital Project: Overlay/AMA Paving Department: Road & Bridge
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Description and Purposes of Capital Project: In order to keep our PCI (pavement condition index)at 70
or above, we look to see which various roads throughout Eagle County are in need of an Overlay each
year. The timing for an overlay can take place between June and October. We are also looking at doing
more AMA paving.AMA paving is used on gravel roads to help increase the life of the gravel.The timing
for a project like this is similar to an overlay.
Budget: $1,800,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Lake Creek Bridge Department: Road & Bridge
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The West Lake Creek Road Bridge over Lake Creek, has
been classified as structurally deficient in the bi-annual bridge inspection report.The structure has
outlived its useful life since being constructed in 1940. The superstructure is showing signs of
deterioration with corrosion of both the deck and girders and broken welds on the diaphragms. Design
of the project is currently underway with construction anticipated to take place in the summer of 2024.
Budget: $700,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Chipseal Department: Road & Bridge
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: When a Chip Seal is applied to pavement at the right
time, it can double the lifespan of the asphalt. It can extend the time between a new overlay from 15-30
years.Timing of a project like this is usually between July and September and usually takes up to 2 days
to cure properly.
Budget: $400,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Airport Land Lease Department: Road & Bridge
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Maintenance Service Center building is located on
land owned by the Eagle County Regional Airport. Because a portion of the airport land acquisition was
funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the FAA requires that the county departments
occupying the building and land pay a market rate rent to the Airport fund.
Budget: $145,305 Impact on Other Departments:Airport
receives the annual revenue from this lease.
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Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating
budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Used Semi (Tractor) Department: Road & Bridge
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Since Road and Bridge is doing more gravel hauls, hauling
more Magnesium Chloride and doing our own in-house training for Class A CDL, we are in need of
another Semi (Tractor) in order to get our jobs done more efficiently.
Budget: $130,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: Ongoing costs for
the addition of this Semi will be roughly an
additional $37,424 per year.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Crawford Property Lease Department: Road & Bridge
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The department leases land on which it stores equipment
in the El Jebel area.The lease of this land cuts down on travel time for staff that work in that area.
Budget: $15,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Road & Bridge fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating
budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation Capital Projects
Capital Project:Terminal Front of House Design Department: Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: The Airport will begin, and hopefully complete, design of
the front portion of the terminal building.This will include ticketing, baggage claim,TSA lanes, and
possible new Admin/Badging offices. Once design is complete the Airport will be able to apply for grants
and other funding opportunities for construction.
Budget: $2,000,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECAT fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
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Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Boiler& HVAC Replacement Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: The boilers and HVAC units in the Terminal are at their
end of life, the Airport will be replacing/upgrading the units.
Budget: $750,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECAT fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Terminal Roof Repairs Department:Airport
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Complete necessary roof repairs to the airport terminal.
Budget: $250,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: SCAT fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Fleet Services Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Fleet Machinery and Equipment Department: Fleet Services
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The fleet team will purchase five new pieces of
equipment. A Cat D6N, a loader, a grader, a Beech rock picker, and a tractor Hauler.
Budget: $1,328,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Fleet Services fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: Ongoing costs will
include maintenance and replacement.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Each year Fleet charges departments that utilize vehicles a set amount for maintenance of each vehicle,
depending upon the vehicle type. The expenditures for these vehicles are significant and recurring capital
expenditures that are based on a standard replacement schedule. We plan for these replacements and
charge users a monthly replacement fee which accumulates and is utilized to purchase replacement
vehicles. While Fleet tries to purchase both hybrid and electric vehicles, the availability of vehicles for our
specific use are limited for 2024. Fleet is also trying to diversify the fleet.
Annual
Annual Contribution for
Type Unit# Department Description Purchase Cost Efficiency Maintenance Cost Replacement
Light 8147 Engineering Pickup $63,000Hybrid $1,596 $10,395
Light 8552 Sheriff SUV $80,000Gas $3,663 $19,200
Light 8691 Vegetation Mgmt ATV/Gator $35,000Gas $1,997 $5,775
Light 8746 Vegetation Mgmt Pickup $72,000Gas $2,513 $11,880
Light 8816 Sheriff SUV $48,000Gas $3,663 $11,520
Light 8820 Sheriff SUV $68,000Gas $3,663 $16,320
Light 8828 Road&Bridge Pickup $72,000Gas $2,513 $11,880
Light 8915 Sheriff Van $90,000Gas $1,785 $21,600
Light 8918 Sheriff SUV $85,000Gas $3,663 $20,400
Light 8919 Sheriff SUV $85,000Gas $3,663 $20,400
Light 8920 Sheriff SUV $85,000Gas $3,663 $20,400
Light 8921 Sheriff SUV $85,000Gas $3,663 $20,400
Light 8923 Sheriff SUV $85,000Gas $3,663 $20,400
Light 8925 Sheriff AWD Sedan $70,000Gas $2,450 $168,800
Light 8929 Sheriff AWD Sedan $70,000Gas $2,450 $16,800
Light 8929 Sheriff AWD Sedan $70,000Gas $2,450 $16,800
Light 8962 Sheriff SUV $90,000Gas $1,785 $21,600
Light 8845 Sheriff AWD Sedan $70,000Gas $2,450 $16,800
I $1,323,000 $51,293 $451,370
Capital Project:Airport Land Lease Department: Fleet Services
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Maintenance Service Center building is located on
land owned by the Eagle County Regional Airport. Because a portion of the airport land acquisition was
funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),the FAA requires that the county departments
occupying the building and land pay a market rate rent to the Airport fund.
Budget: $104,388 Impact on Other Departments:Airport
receives the annual revenue from this lease.
Funding Sources: Fleet Services fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating
budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Open Space Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Land Improvements Department: Open Space
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Funds are used following best management
practices (BMP's)for ecological restoration, property maintenance, and recreational
improvements. Examples of land improvements for 2024 include BCVROS/Ridgway fencing,
Brush Creek Restoration, Eagle River Preserve Ditch repair, Glassier Homesite restoration,
Infrastructure emergency fund, Ranch Seeding, and Wilkerson Ditch piping.
Budget: $630,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Open Space fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: Should lead to future
savings as rehabilitating natural processes will
bring more stability back to impaired systems
(restoration takes longevity- so cost saving is not
an immediate impact).
Strategic Priority: Protect our mountain ecosystem.
Capital Project: Prospective Land purchases Department: Open Space
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Open Space team is negotiating the purchase of new
open space properties.They have requested to budget sufficient dollars to be able to make down
payments on properties, knowing that the full purchase price and specific properties will need to be
discussed with the Board of County Commissioners in a public meeting and an amendment to this
budget will need to be made.
Budget: $400,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Open Space fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:Additional Eagle County
owned acquisitions will have secondary operation
staff and maintenance costs associated.
Strategic Priority: Protect our mountain ecosystem.
Capital Project:Airport Land Lease Department: Open Space
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: The Maintenance Service Center building is located on
land owned by the Eagle County Regional Airport. Because a portion of the airport land acquisition was
funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the FAA requires that the county departments
occupying the building and land pay a market rate rent to the Airport fund.
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Budget: $640 Impact on Other Departments:Airport receives the
annual revenue from this lease.
Funding Sources: Open Space fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Housing Operations Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project:West Eagle Land Improvements Department: Housing
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County owns under 10 acres in West Eagle that is in
the process of development for affordable housing units.This effort is a multiple year project and will
move these units closer to breaking ground in the coming years. No direct operating impact.
Budget: $875,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Housing Operations Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providingexceptional core services to support qualityof life for our residents,
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businesses and visitors.
Landfill Fund
Capital Project:Town of Avon Recycle Center Department: Landfill
Upgrade
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County will purchase the recycling equipment
(cardboard compactor, 40-yard roll-off container and catwalks) for the Town of Avon recycling site.
The Town of Avon will be responsible for providing the site and site development
Budget: $100,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Landfill fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Conservation Trust Fund
Capital Project: Edwards Spray Park Department: Facilities
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The children's water spray park at Freedom Park in
Edwards is coming to the end of its lifecycle and needs to be refurbished.Adding a safer surface is
desired.
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Budget: $97,900 Impact on Other Departments: Project
Management
Funding Sources: Capital Improvements fund Impact on Operating Costs: None
revenue
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
800 MHz Capital Projects
Capital Project: Channel Expansion -Vail Site Department: 800 MHz
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The 800 MHz fund is budgeting to add capacity to the Vail
Public Safety radio site.
Budget: $70,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: 800 MHz fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project: Camera Systems Blowout/ E Beacon Department: 800 MHz
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The 800 MHz fund is budgeting to provide security
cameras and related equipment to monitor the physical environment around the sites.
Budget: $15,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: 800 MHz fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Capital Project:Test Equipment(Microwave spectrum Department: 800 MHz
analyzer)
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The 800 MHz fund is budgeting to purchase a microwave
spectrum analyzer for testing and troubleshooting.
Budget: $10,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: 800 MHz fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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ECO Transit Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project:Airport Land Lease Department: ECO Transit
Description and Purposes of Capital Project:The Maintenance Service Center building is located on
land owned by the Eagle County Regional Airport. Because a portion of the airport land acquisition was
funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),the FAA requires that the county departments
occupying the building and land pay a market rate rent to the Airport fund.
Budget: $82,352 Impact on Other Departments:Airport
receives the annual revenue from this lease.
Funding Sources: ECO Transit fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs:This annual lease
payment is part of the department's operating
budget.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
ECO Trails Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Machinery& Equipment Department: ECO Trails
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: ECO Trails is looking to purchase attachments for some of
their tractors and/or Bobcat to improve operations. One option is a side mounted mower attachment
that will better cut the trail with steep slopes on the sides.
Budget: $50,000 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: ECO Trails fund revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
Workforce Housing Rentals Fund Capital Projects
Capital Project: Building Improvements Department:Workforce Housing
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Eagle County Government is improving the property
located at Two10 at Castle Peak,which includes new appliances, plumbing, HVAC, flooring and exterior
repairs on the property.
Budget: $17,900 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources:Workforce Housing Rentals Impact on Operating Costs: $2,500 per year. By
revenue continuing to improve the property, we will forgo
expensive maintenance in the future.
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Seniors on Broadway Capital Projects
Capital Project: Building Improvements Department: Seniors on Broadway
Description and Purposes of Capital Project: Building Improvement Projects for Seniors on Broadway
include appliance replacement, flooring replacement in one unit, new furnaces, plumbing replacements
and roof heat tape replacement.
Budget: $10,500 Impact on Other Departments: None
Funding Sources: Seniors on Broadway Revenue Impact on Operating Costs: None
Strategic Priority: Providing exceptional core services to support quality of life for our residents,
businesses and visitors.
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Fund Balances and Net Position
The following table shows a summary of 2020 - 2022 audited fund balance or net position for each fund
included in the Eagle County budget, along with the estimates for 2023 and 2024 balances. For the purpose
of this table, fund balance and net position are added and considered together as the government's overall
equity position.
Fund 2020 Actual 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Estimate 2024 Estimate
Beginning Fund Balance/Net Position $172,589,284 $192,280,930 $247,908,910 $328,249,534 $266,020,34
General Fund $37,689,167 $42,739,372 $47,257,704 $43,846,703 $28,750,819
Public Trustee Fund $126,930 $146,003 $114,208 $111,769 $66,659
Road&Bridge Fund $8,720,517 $10,061,757 $10,360,661 $9,418,043 $7,818,395
Human Services Fund $3,876,534 $4,691,304 $5,802,874 $4,597,262 $3,440,541
Offsite Road Improvement Fund $983,670 $ 1,265,921 $1,968,259 $1,405,909 $1,944,009
ECO Transit Fund(incl RFV) $10,631,596 $14,095,905 $23,990,585 $17,223,155 $17,223,155
ECO Trails Fund $1,713,038 $2,642,730 $2,485,628 $1,948,056 $1,206,049
Airport Fund $8,195,908 $13,006,804 $18,104,802 $15,680,038 $10,932,798
* Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation $26,185,843 $27,636,270 $28,045,962 $28,944,473 $27,434,525
Conservation Trust Fund $174,607 $275,434 $388,367 $322,667 $322,667
800 MHz Fund $1,576,405 $1,849,811 $ 1,993,511 $1,965,460 $2,005,676
Emergency Reserve/TABOR Fund $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426 $2,747,426
Public Health Fund $3,228,893 $4,156,425 $4,501,770 $2,985,135 $1,622,908
Mental Health Fund $485,068 $454,544 $462,153 $292,793 $217,293
Lodging Tax Fund $- $- $- $2,443,985 $1,929,785
Open Space Fund $9,401,481 $13,494,737 $ 18,075,974 $20,896,937 $25,258,195
Capital Improvements Fund $ 11,725,928 $37,291,117 $41,450,621 $23,183,197 $5,512,710
* Landfill Fund $16,329,837 $17,059,066 $17,510,641 $17,113,657 $17,171,495
* Fleet Fund $17,978,074 $18,714,132 $18,850,477 $16,811,313 $15,730,7541
* Property and Casualty Insurance Fund $386,769 $361,804 $186,139 $189,488 $542,057
* Health Insurance Fund $9,108,227 $8,235,582 $4,726,131 $1,998,211 $1,998,211
Housing Operations Fund $968,850 $5,529,144 $4,187,071 $2,459,997 $642,437
Housing Loan Fund $703,599 $551,565 $400,980 $200,980 $50,980
Workforce Housing Rentals Fund $8,305 $51,746 $90,187 $89,718 $101,427
* EC Housing and Development Authority $17,424,327 $18,146,874 $72,735,040 $46,834,021 $29,554,122
* The Valley Home Store $137,874 $208,602 $383,896 $529,847 $662,747
* Lake Creek Village Apartments $1,003,629 $ 1,480,630 $0 $0 $0
* Seniors on Broadway II $- $- $- $304,694 $304,171
* CMC Building 2 $- $- $- $24,450 $518,993
* Golden Eagle Apartments $165,915 $272,353 $207,948 $187,953 $187,306
* E911 Fund $602,514 $741,852 $1,220,517 $1,263,001 $1,437,400
Position $192,280,930 $247 908 910 $328,249,534 $266,020,340 $207,335,71
EndingFund Balance/Net ,
Annual Change $19,691,646 $55,627,980 $80,340,623 $(62,229,194) $(58,684,6281
*These funds are presented on the full accrual basis of accounting in the county's ACFR so will likely have an
adjustment between budget basis and GAAP basis.
Eagle County defines fund balance as the difference between fund assets and fund liabilities and uses the
term fund balance for all of its governmental funds. For other fund types, we use the term net position to
indicate the difference between the sum of assets and deferred outflows of resources and the sum of
liabilities and the deferred inflows of resources.
• Eagle County is expected to end 2024 with a total fund balance/net position of$207 million, which is
$59 million less than its estimated beginning fund balance/net position of$266 million.This
represents a 22% decrease.
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• The beginning fund balance/net position was restated in 2020 for the restatement of previously
deferred program revenue in the Human Services Fund, and in 2021 to reflect the expiry of a
refundable deposit and previously deferred CARES Act grant dollars.
The following analysis explains changes in estimated fund balance for any fund where the change is
expected to be greater than 10% of the beginning fund balance/net position.
• The general fund balance is expected to decrease by$14.3 million (33%) in 2024.The use of fund
balance is going towards the construction of a new secure election center and multi use building and
strategic priorities. Learn more about the construction project in the capital outlay section of this
book.
• The Public Trustee fund balance is expected to decrease by$45,000 (40%) in 2024.The use of fund
balance is due to an anticipated reduction in release fee revenue based on the current market and
an increase in recording expenses.
• The Road and Bridge fund balance is expected to decrease by$1.5 million(15.5%) in 2024.The use of
fund balance is going towards increasing their FTE's to follow their succession plan and capital
projects. Learn more about the capital projects in the capital outlay section of this book.
• The Human Services fund balance is expected to decrease by$1.2 million (25%) in 2024.The use of
fund balance in this fund is because reimbursements from the state mandated programs that are
housed within this fund are decreasing at a higher rate than the costs of operating these programs.
• The Offsite Road Improvements fund balance is expected to increase by$538,000(38%) in 2024.
Fund balance is growing because there are no projects planned for 2024.
• The ECO Trails fund balance is budgeted to decrease $742,000(38%) in 2024.The remaining Eagle
Valley Trail segments will be funded from the Capital Improvements fund where the proceeds of the
sale of the certificates of participation are being held. Each year, the ECO Trails fund will transfer an
amount of its revenue to the CIP fund to make a portion of the debt service payments. We will target
25% of operating expenditures for the fund balance of the ECO Trails fund.
• The Airport fund balance is expected to decrease $4.7 million (30%) in 2024.The airport is
completing several capital projects in 2024.This fund's capital outlay and leases are explained in the
capital expenditures section of this book.
• The Public Health fund balance is expected to decrease $1.4 million (46%) in 2024.The use of fund
balance will go towards programs to help improve social connectedness, improve accessibility of
quality physical and mental health care, and help address substance use/misuse.
• The Mental Health fund balance is expected to decrease $75,500(26%) in 2024. We fund priority
mental health contracts from this fund, and target to hold approximately 25% of operating expenses
in the fund balance.
• The Lodging Tax fund balance is expected to decrease by$514,000(21%) in 2024. This fund balance
will be used to provide funding for tourism activities, quality and accessible childcare, and local
workforce housing.
• The Open Space fund balance is expected to increase $4.4 million (21%) in 2024. No significant
acquisitions are budgeted for 2024.A long term master plan for future acquisitions will be
completed.
• The Capital Improvement fund balance is expected to decrease by$17.6 million (76%) in 2024. Use
of fund balance will be used to complete capital projects and purchase assets.To learn more about
this,visit the capital expenditures section of this book.
• The Property and Casualty Insurance fund balance is expected to grow $376,000(199%) in 2024.The
increase is due to the increase in property tax revenue and interfund transfer-in to maintain a fund
balance of more than 25% of expenditures.
• The Housing Operations fund is budgeted to decrease its fund balance $1.8 million (74%) in 2024.
These funds will be used to pay for a portion of The Valley Home Store salaries and to complete
capital projects.To learn more about this,visit the capital expenditures section of this book.
• The Housing Loan fund is budgeted to reduce its fund balance by$150,000 (75%) in 2024.The
purpose of this fund is to hold existing down payment assistance loans.As loans are repaid, the
fund balance (which consists of down payment loans receivable) is reduced and the cash from
repayment of loans goes to ECHDA who turns the cash into new down payment assistance loans.
Since 2009, all down payment assistance loans have been and will continue to be made by the Eagle
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County Housing and Development Authority, so we expect that when each of the loans in this fund
are repaid,the fund will be closed.
• The Workforce Housing Rentals fund balance is expected to increase by$12,000 (13%) in 2024. The
fund balance will be saved for future property needs.
• The Eagle County Housing and Development Authority(ECHDA)fund balance is budgeted to
decrease by$17 million (37%)in 2024. ECHDA received the proceeds from the Lake Creek Village
Apartments sale in 2022 of$52m. In 2024, these proceeds will be used to fund the continuation of
the Bold Housing Moves.
• The Valley Home Store fund balance is increasing $133,000(25%) in 2024.The Valley Home Store is
increasing the deed restricted resale stock through Bold Housing Moves programs and the resale of
61 new for sale price capped Haymeadow units in 2024 which is resulting in an increase in revenues.
• CMC Building II is a new development that was constructed in 2023. This affordable housing
apartment building will be rented to Colorado Mountain College students, faculty and staff, Eagle
County employees and Eagle County residents.
• The E911 fund balance is budgeted to increase $174,000(14%) in 2024.Telephone surcharge rate is
increasing from $1.81 to $1.97 per line in 2024 resulting in increased revenue.
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Mill Levy
Each December, the BoCC is tasked with passing a resolution allocating and approving the county's portion
of property tax revenue for the following year.The total property tax revenue budget for the various funds
is determined by the county mill levy multiplied by the final assessed valuation of property within the county
and then reduced by any tax increment financing obligations.The county's mill levy is set at 8.499 mills, with
1.5 mills dedicated to the Open Space Fund.
The BoCC may redistribute portions of the total 8.499 mills to different funds(with the exception of the 1.50
mills dedicated to Open Space), as allowed by law, but may not raise the total mill levy without voter
approval. However, in 2020, Eagle County voters passed a ballot measure that allows the BoCC to adjust the
county's mill levy to maintain revenues that may otherwise be lost as a result of state imposed reductions in
the ratio of assessed property tax valuation.
In the 2002 general election, Eagle County voters approved an ad valorem property tax mill levy dedicated to
open space programs.The ballot set a mill levy rate not to exceed 1.5 mills and annual tax revenue not to
exceed $7 million. Based on 2024 revenue projections, this budget includes a temporary property tax
reduction equivalent to .100 mills to ensure property tax revenue for this fund does not exceed the $7
million limit.
Current Legislation
• Eagle County de-gallagherized in 2020 with voter approval. This means that Eagle County
Government can increase its mills to offset a reduction of assessment rate set by the state.
• Senate Bill 23-108 allows local governments to issue temporary mill levy or property tax credits to
offset the increase in assessed property values.
• Colorado Senate Bills 22-238 and 23B-001 temporarily lowered the assessment rates for residential,
multi-family, and some commercial properties for property tax years 2022 and 2023(revenue years
2023-2025)and included actual value reductions.
2023 was a reassessment year and property values increased an average of 45%.The BoCC was presented
with options for the 2024 property tax revenue collection and this budget utilizes calculations within
SB22-238 and SB23B-001 to budget property tax revenue for 2024.
The following chart shows the county's current mill levy that was approved by the BoCC on January 9, 2024
(the 2023 Mill Levy for 2024 revenue)as compared to the 2022 Mill Levy.
2024
Temporary
Property Tax 2024 Budgeted
2023 Mill Levy 2024 Mill Levy Reduction Revenue
'General Fund 4.475 4.652 $23,064,012
'Road and Bridge 1.359 1.359 $6,737,745
'Human Services 1.000 0.823 I I $4,080,327
'Open Space 1.500 1.500 ' -0.100 ' $6,941,018
Ilnsurance Reserve 0.165 0.165 I I $818,049
'Total Mill Levy 8.499 8.499 -0.100 $41,641,151
l%of Change 0.00% I -1.18% I
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Where Do My Property Taxes Go?
All property tax is collected by the Eagle County Treasurer and then disbursed to taxing districts.A summary
of distributions, based on 2024 revenue, is shown in the graph below:
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Long Range Financial Plan
The purpose of Eagle County's long range financial planning is to help decision makers understand and
evaluate the current position of county funds as well as the long-term sustainability of each fund and annual
operating budget. It also provides a starting point for future decision making by balancing potential
spending needs and projected revenue outlook.
The process to creating long range plan includes:
• Reviewing national, state and local economic forecasts and economic and demographic data
• Analyzing historical trends for major revenue and expenditure classifications
• Developing fund balance projections for budgeted funds
• Engaging with department leaders to identify future funding needs related to priorities identified in
the county's strategic plan
• Combining all of the gathered information to ensure the projections comply with financial policies
and guidelines.
We acknowledge that there are often more requests for funding than available funds, so the building of long
range financial plans serves to guide decision makers on which projects and programs can be supported
and at what levels.The finance team works closely with department heads and elected officials to prioritize
requests not just within specific funds and departments, but across the entire organization.The exercise of
long range planning includes a best case, worst case, and expected case analysis for all funds.
Major assumptions for the current expected case long term financial plans are shown in the tables below:
2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Notes
Property Tax -5.0% 2.5% 0.5% 2.5% 0.6% Revenue related to reassessments changes every 2
years in even years. In odd years changes primarily
relate to new construction.We believe there may be
legislation on the 2024 ballot that could limit property
tax revenue in future years.
Sales&Use Tax -4.0% 0.0% 2.5% 2.5% 10.0% Sales taxes include the 1%county general sales tax,
0.5% mass transit tax, lodging tax, and marijuana and
tobacco taxes.We are projecting slight decreases in
sales tax revenue in 2023 and 2024 with collections
leveling out in 2026 and then growing beginning in
2027.
Charges for Services -2.0% -7.5% 5.0% 2.5% 6.7% We have looked at historical trends to determine
future estimates.The largest decrease we are
projecting is within the building department as permit
revenue has been at historic levels over the past
several years and we expect those amounts to level
off.
Grants 1.50% 1.50% 1.50% 1.50% 1.50% We expect steady but small increases in grant revenue.
All Other Revenue 0.00% 0.00% 5.00% 2.50% 5.70% We expect to seek new revenue sources as historically
relied upon funding sources see relatively flat growth
projections.
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2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Notes
Expenditures
Classification
Salaries& Benefits -3.5% -5.0% -2.0% 0.0% 0.0% While we expect to continue to reward employees with
annual cost of living adjustments,we anticipate needing to
manage our salary and benefits costs carefully over the
next 5 years.We will look at vacancy control as people
leave positions as well as early retirement and other tools
that we have used in the past when lowering expenses is
warranted.
Debt Service 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% We do not anticipate any new debt issuance during this
time period.
Capital -75.0% 0.0% 1.5% 2.5% 0.0% After 2024's large investment in capital,we expect
significantly lower capital expenditures over the next
several years.
All Other Expenses -2.5% -3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% Departments will look to reduce other expenditures for
2025 and 2026,and then gradually increase in 2027-2029.
The following tables show long term financial plans for selected funds. On each of these charts,we show the
history of actual results to give context to the projections. Blue columns utilize the left axis and represent
the amount of fund balance at the end of each year(actual and projected),the red line also uses the left axis
and shows the net addition to or use of fund balance each year(calculated as revenues less expenditures),
and the yellow dotted lines utilize the right axis and indicate the operating expenditures as a percentage of
the fund balance. By showing these three data points for each year, we can easily see the fund history as
well as the implications of long term projections.
General Fund - Actuals & Projections
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• The general fund has been in savings mode and has built up fund balance since a use of fund
balance in 2017. 2021-2023 reflected the receipt of ARPA funds, and subsequent spend down of
these funds in 2024.
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• Future projections show that beginning in 2025, we can invest additional funds in strategic priorities
or other priorities and in 2027 we hit our target of 25%of annual operating expenses in the general
fund fund balance.
Road & Bridge Fund - Actuals & Projections
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• The road and bridge fund has been in savings mode. Beginning in 2023, the capital program for this
fund will be expedited until it hits its fund balance target.
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• In 2021, we issued certificates of participation the proceeds of which will be used to fund the
construction of the Eagle Valley Trail.You see the spend down of these funds, as well as other capital
projects in 2023 and 2024.
• Because of the large capital expenditures of the Eagle Valley Trail and Freedom Park Election Center
and Government Services Building budgeted in 2024,we see the fund balance dip below the 25%
target, however as these are capital expenditures and likely will not be fully constructed in 2024, we
are comfortable with this.Additionally, fewer capital projects will be planned in 2025 to build up the
fund balance back to 25% of expenditures.
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• After reviewing revenue projections, the CIP committee reviews requested expenditures and creates
a long term capital plan in adherence to the Capital Improvement Fund Policy.
Lodging Tax Fund - Projections
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2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
• Fund Balance — Net addition/use of funds Fund Balance as%of Op.Exp.
• This is a new revenue source and new fund. Expenditures will be balanced to ensure there is a fund
balance equal to 25% of the operating budget in all years to manage any unexpected drop in
revenue.
The results of this long term planning exercise shows that even though some years have more revenue than
planned expenditures it is important for decision makers to look at the long-term requests so lower priority
projects are not approved instead of saving for future higher priority projects.The plan guides our decisions
for the current budget year.We need to plan our expenditures and balance them with fund balance models
to ensure funds meet the requirements of our Fund Balance Policy.The plans guide our decisions for the
current budget year.
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2024 Budget Process
Planning for the next year's budget is an ongoing process and began in August 2023 when the county
manager's office and the finance department delivered the 2024 budget message.
The finance team met with key stakeholders to discuss short-term factors such as revenue projections,
strategic priorities, salary and benefit guidelines and costs, program enhancements, and appropriate use of
reserves. In addition, several user groups met to set user fees, allocate staff costs among activities, projects,
and grants. In August and September, the county manager's office met with departments to review levels of
service and needs. Included in those meetings were discussions regarding the budget process and key
budget priorities. Finally, a committee made up of the county manager, chief operations officer, chief
strategy officer, chief financial officer, and director of human resources discussed all requests related to
personnel. Another committee met to discuss capital improvement project requests.
After all of the information gathered during meetings and workshops was compiled, county manager's office
(CMO) reviewed individual budgets and asked for clarification and changes before presenting the initial draft
of the budget to the board of county commissioners. In preparation for the initial budget discussion with the
BoCC, the budget was made public and input from the public was considered. Public input was accepted
through public meetings, telephone conversations, and email correspondence.After several additional
discussions between the board of county commissioners, elected officials, county management, and staff,
the final budget was presented to the BoCC for its consideration on December 18, 2023 and was adopted on
January 9, 2024. The following calendar shows the process.
2024 Budget Calendar
Date Action Item Participants
Aug. 7 Deliver budget message, calendar, and forms. CMO, CFO, Elected Officials,
Directors and other staff involved in
the budget process.
Sept. 13 All budgets input into New World. All offices and departments
Department input process closes.
All FTE and CIP request forms are due.
Sept.-Oct. Meet to discuss department budgets Finance and Departments
Sept. 21 CIP committee meets to discuss requests. CIP committee
10:00 - 11:30
Sept. 28 FTE committee meets to discuss requests. FTE committee
11:00 - 12:00
Oct. 13 Submit proposed budget to governing body CFO
(CRS 29-1-105)and publish "Notice of Budget"
(CRS 29-1-106(1)). Deadline October 15.
Oct. 16 Budget Discussion with BoCC BoCC, CMO, CFO, Elected Officials
1:30 -2:00 and Directors
Oct. 31 Budget Discussion with BoCC BoCC, CMO, CFO, Elected Officials
10:30 - 11:30 and Directors
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Date Action Item Participants
Nov. 13 Budget Discussion with BoCC BoCC, CMO, CFO, Elected Officials
1:30 -2:30 and Directors
Nov. 27 Budget Discussion with BoCC BoCC, CMO, CFO, Elected Officials
2 -3:30 and Directors
Dec. 12 Budget Discussion with BoCC - property tax BoCC, CMO, CFO, Elected Officials
3:30-4:30 considerations and SB23B-001 and Directors
Dec 18 2024 Budget Presentation to BoCC and public BoCC, Elected
3 -4:30 note:this date changed due to SB23B-001 Officials and Staff
Jan. 9, 2024 BoCC adopts the 2024 budget and sets and BoCC, CMO, CFO
10:30 - 11:00 certifies the County's mill levy.note:this date
changed due to SB23B-001
Jan. 16, 2024 County commissioners to levy taxes and to certify BoCC, CFO
10:30 - 11:00 the levies to the assessor. note:this date changed
due to SB23B-001
Note:the 2024 budget calendar was impacted by changes to the deadlines related to the preparation of the
2024 budget due to Colorado Senate Bill SB23B-001 regarding property tax relief.The postponed dates are
shown below.
DATE EVENT / ACTIVITY POSTPONED
DATE:
Assessors' changes in assessed valuation will be made only once by a
single notification (re-certification) to the county commissioners or other
Dec. 10 Jan. 3
body authorized by law to Levy property tax, and to the DLG. (C.R.S. 39-
1-111(5)1
Deadline for certification of mill Levy to county commissioners (C.R.S 39-
5-128(1)), local governments levying property tax must adopt their
budgets before certifying the levy to the county. If the budget is not
Dec. 15 adopted by certification deadline, then 90 percent of the amounts Jan. 10
appropriated in the current year for operations and maintenance
expenses shalt be deemed re-appropriated for the purposes specified in
such last appropriation. (C.R.S. 29-1-108(2) and (3))
Deadline for county commissioners to levy taxes and to certify the levies
Dec. 22 Jan, 17
to the assessor. (C.R.S. 39-1-111(1))
Local governments not levying a property tax must adopt the budget on
or before this date; governing body must enact a resolution or ordinance
to appropriate funds for the ensuing fiscal year. If the budget is not
Dec. 31 adopted and appropriations have not been made, then 90 percent of the Jan. 10
amounts appropriated in the current year for operations and
maintenance expenses shall be deemed re-appropriated for the budget
year. (C.R.S 29-1-108(4)1
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Budget Basis
Eagle County uses the modified accrual basis for budgeting. In this budget method, revenues are budgeted
when we believe the cash will be received and expenditures are budgeted when the disbursements are
made.The receipt of long-term debt proceeds, capital outlays, and debt service principal payments are
shown in these budget documents, however no allocations are made for depreciation or amortization
expenses. Any items that may be reported as"other financing sources"and "other financing uses" under
the GAAP basis of accounting are classified as revenues and expenditures under the budgetary basis of
accounting. The modified accrual method of accounting which is used in this budget book differs from the
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP) method which is used to prepare the county's annual
comprehensive financial report, so each year we make a reconciliation between full and modified accrual
within the annual comprehensive financial report document.
Budgetary Level of Control
The level of budgetary control is at the fund level. No spending agency may expend, or contract to expend,
any money in excess of the amount appropriated in the budget resolution.Administratively, operating
budgets are controlled at the classification level. Departments can appropriate dollars between
classifications with the approval of the finance director.
Budget Amendments
Throughout the year, the budget may be amended from time to time based upon unforeseen circumstances
or new opportunities. Departments may submit a request to amend their budgets to the chief financial
officer.The chief financial officer reviews all budget amendment requests and then presents them to the
board of county commissioners for its approval.Any amendment to the Eagle County budget is
consummated through resolution at a public meeting.
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Statistical and Supplemental Data
The purpose of this section is to explain how Eagle County is governed and to highlight the Eagle County
community, its demographics and economy.
Form of Government
Eagle County is governed by a three member board of commissioners.The commissioners are elected at
large to four-year staggered terms and are limited to serving three terms. Each must live in the geographic
district for which he or she is running. Eagle County is separated into three districts.
The BoCC is charged with the responsibility of governing the county by complying with the Colorado Revised
Statutes, adopting local ordinances, adopting an annual budget, and establishing local annual property tax
rates.The BoCC also has the authority to call bond referendums, enter into contracts, and establish new
programs.The board of county commissioners sets the strategic goals for Eagle County and appoints the
county manager, county attorney, and members of various boards and commissions.
Current Eagle County Commissioners
The current commissioners from Left to Right: Kathy Chandler-Henry,Jeanne McQueeney, and Matt Scherr.
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Kathy Chandler-Henry represents District 2 and was appointed in July of 2013 and ran in 2014 to fill the final
3 1/2 years of a previous Commissioner's term. She was elected to her second four-year term in 2020. Kathy
is the county's representative to the Water Quality/Quantity Committee, Ruedi Reservoir Water and Power
Authority, the EGE Air Alliance, and the Colorado River Water Conservation District Board of Directors. She
is Vice President of the National Association of Counties' Public Land Steering Committee, and Treasurer of
Colorado Counties, Inc.
Jeanne McQueeney represents District 3. Her term began on January 3, 2015. She was re-elected on
November 6, 2018 to serve her second term and again on November 8,2022 to serve her third term.Jeanne
represents Eagle County on the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments, the Eagle County Regional
Transportation Authority, and the Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation.Jeanne also serves as the chair
of the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority and was appointed by the governor to the Early Childhood
Leadership Commission in 2016.
Matt Scherr represents District 1 and was appointed in February of 2019 to fill the final two years of the
term. He was elected to his first four-year term in 2020. Matt represents Eagle County on regional transit
solutions through the 1-70 Coalition and on climate issues through the Rocky Mountain Climate Organization
and Colorado Communities for Climate Action.
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This map outlines, in red, the three districts that the commissioners represent.
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Other Elected Officials
These elected officials serve a four year term. Their terms expired in 2022. During the November 8, 2022
election all 6 elected officials were re-elected.
Mark Chapin,Assessor James Van Beek, Sheriff
Regina O'Brien, Clerk and Recorder Kelly L. Miller, Surveyor
Kara Bettis, Coroner Teak J. Simonton,Treasurer/ Public Trustee
Geography
Eagle County is located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. It was named after the Eagle River,which runs
through the county.The highest elevation is 14,011 feet, the summit of Mount of the Holy Cross.According
to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,694 square miles.The county includes the
following towns: Avon, Basalt, Eagle, Gypsum, Minturn, Red Cliff and Vail.
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History
The Ute Indians claimed Eagle County lands for summer hunting and fishing grounds before Europeans
explored the area. The first reliable account of European presence in the Eagle River Valley was in 1840
when Kit Carson guided the Fremont party through the region.
Fortune hunters and settlers scoured the state, striking lead carbonate ore in Leadville in 1874.The strike
brought many prospectors to the valley, and by 1879 a permanent camp was established and the town of
Red Cliff was born. Eagle County was carved from Summit County by the Colorado legislature in 1883 and
Red Cliff, named for the surrounding red quartzite cliffs, was the first county seat.The county government
moved west to the town of Eagle in 1921 where it remains today.
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The evolution of Vail from a quiet sheep pasture to an international resort is credited to the famous 10th
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Outdoor enthusiasts continue to travel to Eagle County from around the world. Eagle County is home to
world renowned ski resorts and golf courses. Eagle County Regional Airport transports visitors to the county.
The airlines provide seasonal non-stop flights from major cities such as:Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth,
Houston, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Salt Lake City, San Francisco and Los Angeles.The airport saw a
38% increase in enplanements in 2021 over 2020.This increase was primarily attributable to the COVI-19
pandemic causing many international flight cancellations which were replaced with flights to Eagle County in
the summer of 2021 coupled with an increased demand for outdoor destinations.
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Demographics and Economics
Eagle County is one of 64 counties in Colorado. County governments serve both urban and rural areas.They
are an administrative branch of government and exist to administer government programs at a local level.
No county is the same. Here is a comparison of similar counties in Colorado to Eagle County.
COLORADO COUNTY BUDGET COMPARISON
2023
Eagle Garfield La Plata
Total Population(as of 2022,*2021) 55,258 61,685* 56,607
Population 96 Change -0.80% 0.76% 0.63%
Total FTE(2022 ACFR) 560 489 430
Total FTE(2023 Budget) 566 495 446
Total Budgeted Revenues(2023 Approved)All Funds 180,848,965 122,747,416 101,726,523
Total Budgeted Expenditures(2023 Approved)All Funds . 203,701,449 129,758,534 145,391,617
Total Budgeted Revenues(2023 Approved)General Fund 54,599,367 68,989,036 49,391,550
Total Budget Expenditures(2023 Approved)General Fund 57,468,481 66,756,457 72,621,907
Source:https://www.colorado-demographics.com/counties_by_populatlon,https://www.census.gov/quickfacts,respected Counties ACFR
and Budget Books
Eagle County has a population of just over 56,000.As of July 1 2022 there were a total of 33,902 housing
units and 19,511 households.
EAGLE COUNTY,COLORADO
DEMOGRAPHIC STATISTICS
LAST 5 FISCAL YEARS
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Population Total 54,993 55,127 55,665 55,727 55,285
Percent Change 0.4% 0.2% 1.0% 0.1% -0.8%
Population Change 221 134 538 62 -442
Median Age 37.4 36.5 37.8 37.7 34.7
School Enrollment 6,863 6,841 6,692 7.562 6,687
Percent Change -1.3% -0.3% -2.2% 13.0% -11.6%
Labor Force 36,207 37,073 35,708 34,527 34,214
Percent Change -0.8% 2.4% -3.7% -3.3% -0.9%
Unemployment Rate
Percentage 2.7% 2.2% 9.5% 4.3% 2.8%
Vehicle Registration 60,080 67,272 65,896 68,004 68,546
Percent Change 0.54% 11.97% -2.05% 3.20% 0.8
Median Household Income $ 83,803 $ 84,685 f 90,365 E 93,016 S 91,000
Percent Change 4.0% 1.1% 6.7% 2.9% -2.2%
Sources:Demographic Section of the Colorado Division of Local Government and Labor Market Services,U.S.Census and other statisticals
School enrollment obtained from Eagle County School District Admin Offices for entire County
Area Median Income based on household size of three from Housing and Urban Development
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The education level statistics were compiled from the US Census Bureau through 2022. This survey polled
the population 25 years of age or older.
EDUCATION LEVELS OF CITIZENS
EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO
• Less than 9th grade
• High School graduate(includes equivalency)
11.5%
• Some College or Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Graduate or Professional Degree
17.5%
24.2%
Source:https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?q=Eagle%20county%20education&tid=AcSST5Y2019.51501&hidePreview=false
The racial makeup of Eagle County residents is shown below.
RACE
EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO
Hispanic or Latino
Two or More Race
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0.1°„ White
Asian 61.n''.
American Indian
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African American
Source:Httos://factfinder.census.Qov
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Economics
Eagle County has a gross assessed valuation of$4 billion across all types of property. Its largest taxpayers
are shown in the table below.
2023 LARGEST PROPERTY TAX PAYERS
EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO
%of Total
2022 Assessed Assessed
Taxpayer Type of Business Valuation Valuation
Vail Corp. Skiing and Real Estate Development $ 69,198,950 1.75%
Union Pacific Corp. Railroad $ 40,487,000 1.03%
DiamondRock Vail Owner LLC Lodging Industry $ 23,451,680 0.59%
Arrabelle at Vail Square LLC Lodging Industry $ 22,910,000 0.58%
Public Service Co. of Colorado(XCEL) Electric Utility $ 21,807,500 0.55%
Ashford BC LP Real Estate Development $ 21,609,660 0.55%
Vail Hotels Partners LLC Real Estate Development $ 20,300,020 0.51%
Holy Cross Electric Assoc. Inc. Electric Utility $ 17,334,900 0.44%
Bachelor Gulch Properties LLC Real Estate Development $ 17,060,020 0.43%
Vail Owner LLC Hospitality $ 15,498,960 0.39%
Total Assessed Valuation for 10 Largest Taxpayers 269,658,690 6.83%
Total Assessed Valuation for All Other Taxpayers 3,678,723,020 93.17%
$3.948,381.710 100.00%
Source: Eagle County Assessor's Office
The majority of the property valuation in Eagle County is residential property as shown in the chart below.
This shows assessed values from 2023 used to calculate 2024 property tax revenue.
2023 Assessed Valuation ($1,000's)
Exempt Properties Vacant Land
State Assessed Prop... _
Renewable Energy...
Commercial&Indust...
Multi-family Residential
$3,643,296,000
Residential
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Insert Signed Budget Approval Resolution
Commissioner moved adoption
Of the following Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMLIIISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLOR:U.)O
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-
RE THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET AND
THE MAk NG OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF
COLORADO,FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024.
WHEREAS,C.RS_ §29-1-103.as amended,requires the Board of County
Commissioners of the County of Eagle. State of Colorado(hereinafter the"Board").to adopt a
budget setting forth the expenditures of the various county offices,departments,boards.
commissions_ and other spending agencies for fiscal year 2024.beginning January 1. 2024. and
ending December 31.2024; and
WHEREAS,a public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget for the County of Eagle was
held December 18. 2023; and
WHEREAS,pursuant to public notice duly published in accordance with C.R.S. §29-1-
106, as amended_the proposed 2024 budget for the County of Eagle has continuously been open
for public inspection from October 13,2023;a public hearing was held December 18,2023,
before the Board to consider the adoption of the subject 2024 proposed budget;and interested
taxpayers were and have continuously been given the opportunity to file or register any
objections to the subject proposed 2024 budget; and
WHEREAS.the Board has made provisions within the 2024 budget for the County of
Eagle for revenues including unappropriated fund balances in an amount equal to or greater than
the total proposed expenditures set forth within the subject 2024 budget; and
WHEREAS, C.RS_ §29-1-108(2)requires the Board to enact a resolution making
appropriations for fiscal year 2024 in accordance with the adopted 2024 budget for the County of
Eagle: and
WHEREAS_all legal requirements have been fully complied with and performed in the
premises.
NOW.THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
CO\LIIISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE,STATE OF C:OLORADO:
THAT, the total amount of Two Hundred and Eighty Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty
Six Thousand.Four Hundred and Twenty Five dollars($280.756,425)is the amount of the
proposed revenues,including unappropriated fund balance,and expenditures for the County of
Eagle, State of Colorado,fiscal year 2024.
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THAT,the Board hereby adopts as the budget of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado,
for the 2024 fiscal year the 2024 proposed budget considered and approved,with any
amendments so noted,by the Board on December 18,2023 and January 9.2024,in the total
aforesaid amount of Two Hundred and Eighty Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand,
Four Hundred and Twenty Five dollars($280,756,425)for the specific purposes,functions,
restrictions and amounts identified during the various public budget meetings/hearings referred
to hereinabove,and the various working documents associated therewith,including specifically
Board approval as shown on the budget system printout dated January 9,2024.
THAT.the Board hereby appropriates to the various county fiends. and for the various
county offices,departments,commissions,boards.and other spending agencies,the following
amounts for the specific purposes.functions,restrictions and amounts identified in the adopted
2024 budget for the County of Eagle and associated working documents,and during the various
public budget meetings/hearing referred to hereinabove:
General Fuad: $ 80,180,635
5pectal Revenue Funds.
Road and Bridge Fund 5 13.257.711
Human Services Fund $ 10,602.698
Offsite Road Improvement Fund S 11,900
ECO Transit Fund $ 17,133,808
ECO Trails Fund S 2,319,510
Airport Fund $ 15,361,166
Cansen ion Trust Fund 5 177.500
800:wiz Fund $ 549313
Emergency Reserve(LABOR)Fund $ -
Public Health Find $ 7,143,793
Mental Health Fund $ 830500
Housing Loan Fund $ I5D 000
Housing Operations Fund 5 2419.410
Workforce Housing Rentals Fund $ 522240
Open Space Fund $ 3,072,760
Lodging Tax Fund $ 3,730 200
Capital Improvements Fund $ 35,248947
Enterprise Funds:
Landfill Find 5 4.146262
Internal Seix ice Funds:
Fleet Fund $ 10,084,059
Property and Casualty Inaurence Fund $ 1,597384
Health Insurance Fund $ 13,130,636
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Blended Component Units:
Eagle County Homing and Development Authority S 47,199,424
The Valley Home Store S 346.604
Seniors on Broadway II S 115,601
Colorado Mountain College Building 2 S 261,664
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation S 9,009,863
Custodial Fund
Public Trustee S 70,710
Discretely Presented Component Units:
E911 Authority S 1,566,798
Golden Eagle Elderly Flouting Corporation S 309,32S
Total Appropria[ions for all Eagle County Funds S ::80.-56.425
THAT,pursuant to C_RS. §29-1-113,the Eagle County Budget Administrator,is hereby
requested and directed to immediately transmit a copy of this Resolution to the officer or
employee of the County of Eagle whose duty it is to draw warrants or orders for the payment of
money_
THAT,pursuant to C.RS_ §29-1-113,the Eagle County Budget Administrator,is hereby
further requested and directed to file an original or certified copy of this Resolution with the
Division of Local Governments in the Department of Local Affairs.
THAT,the adopted 2024 budget and the 2024 appropriations made as set forth in this
Resolution are to be read as one comprehensive and integrated document In no event shall a
county office,department,commission,board,or spending agency expend or contract to expend
any money,or incur any liability;or enter into any contract which,by its terms,involves the
expenditure of money for any purpose for which provision is made in this Resolution,associated
working documents and the related public budget meetingslhearings.which is in excess of the
amounts appropriated in this Resolution for such office, department, commission,board or other
spending agency, and or purpose;nor which involves the expenditure of money inconsistent with
the purposes,fnctions,restrictions,clarifications and/or specified monetary amounts as detailed
and set forth within this Resolution,associated working documents and the related public budget
meetings/hearings;nor which involves the expenditure of money for any purpose which is not
identified within the aforementioned;unless prior to such expenditure the county office,
department,commission,board or spending agency has presented the same to the Board.and the
Board duly approves such expenditure in accordance with applicable law.
THAT,the Board hereby declares to be the legislative intent that the several provisions
of this Resolution shall be severable,in accordance with the provisions set forth below:
If any provision of this Resolution is declared to be invalid by a decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction,it is hereby declared to be the legislative intent that:
a. The effect of such decision shall be limited to that provision or provisions which
are expressly stated in the decision to be invalid;and
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b. Such decision shall not affect. impair,or nullify this Resolution as a whole or any
other part thereof but the rest of this Resolution shall continue in full force and effect.
THAT.this Resolution is necessary for the public health. safety and welfare of the
County of Eagle. State of Colorado.
MOVED,READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado,at its regular meeting held the 9th day of January,
2024.
COUNTY OF EAGLE. STATE OF
COLORADO.By and Through Its
Al l r.ST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
By:
Clerk to the Board of Kathy Chandler-Henry
County Commissioners County Commissioners Chair
Matt Scherr
Commissioner
Jeanne McQueeney
Commissioner
Commissioner seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll
having been called. the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Chandler-Henry
Commissioner Scherr
Commissioner IvIcQueeney
This Resolution passed by vote of the Board of County Commissioners of
the County of Eagle, State of Colorado_
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Financial Policies
Eagle County Financial Policies Introduction And
Purpose
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's financial policies serve as the foundation
EAGLE COUNTY for long- and short-term planning, facilitate decision making, and provide
direction to staff for handling the county's financial business.
Eagle County's financial policies serve as the foundation for long-and short-term planning and are
intended to facilitate decision making and provide direction to staff for handling the county's financial
business. Due to the broad and diverse nature of the county's offices and departments, it is critical to have
written and clearly defined policies that will serve to maintain and enhance the sound fiscal condition of
Eagle County Government and its affiliates.All policies are written to ensure compliance with applicable
state statutes, generally accepted accounting principles, and Government Accounting Standards Board
rules.They combine Government Financial Officers Association best practice recommendations with
Board of County Commissioner desires to ensure a workable financial strategy for the organization.
The policies within this manual formalize the Board of County Commissioners("BoCC") direction regarding
financial management of the Eagle County organization. No set of policies can anticipate every circumstance
or question. Deviation from these policies should be done only when there is good cause and after
consultation with the County Manager.These policies may be amended by the Board of County
Commissioners from time to time.
Knowingly and willfully failing to adhere to these policies is a serious matter that may result in disciplinary
action up to and including termination of employment.
This policy manual is intended to give high level guidance about how Eagle County Government operates,
and should be read in conjunction with the Eagle County Financial Procedures Manual.The procedures
manual gives step by step detail about how to implement these financial policies. The procedures manual
will be updated from time to time by the Chief Financial Officer with input from the County Manager's office.
No BoCC approval is necessary to modify, add to, or delete items from the procedures manual.
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Budget Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's budget policy sets direction for the proper
budgeting of county funds. In compliance with Colorado state statutes, Eagle
County will adopt an annual balanced budget for all of its related funds and
EAGLE COUNTY entities. The policy requires that budgets are prepared, approved, recorded,
and adjusted with proper authorization.
Budget Timelines
Eagle County's fiscal and budget year runs from January 1 to December 31. December 15 is the statutory
deadline for adoption of the county's annual budget. December 22 is the statutory deadline for the BoCC
to certify all mill levies.
Relationship to Goals and Objectives
Department budgets should be developed with the purpose of furthering the goals and objectives of a
BoCC adopted strategic plan and/or elected office priorities.
Budget Basis
The budget is developed using the modified accrual basis. In this budget method, revenues are budgeted
when we believe the cash will be received and expenditures are budgeted when the disbursements are
made.The receipt of long-term debt proceeds, capital outlays, and debt service principal payments are
shown in these budget documents, however no allocations are made for depreciation or amortization
expenses. Any items that may be reported as"other financing sources"and "other financing uses" under the
GAAP basis of accounting are classified as revenues and expenditures under the budgetary basis of
accounting. The modified accrual method of accounting differs from the generally accepted accounting
principles(GAAP) method which is used to prepare the county's annual comprehensive financial report, so
each year we make a reconciliation between full and modified accrual within the annual comprehensive
financial report document.
Balanced Budget
Each of the county funds and entities must present a balanced budget to the finance department for
adoption by the BoCC.This means that budgeted expenditures cannot exceed available resources plus
beginning fund balance.The use of fund balance should only be proposed as a resource if the ending fund
balance target is met, and then only for supporting non-recurring expenditures.The use of debt for major
capital projects may be considered by the BoCC. Interfund borrowings may occur for temporary cash flow
reasons and are generally not intended to result in a transfer of financial resources. Any interfund
borrowings from one fund to another must be approved by the BoCC by resolution.
Budget Control Level
The BoCC appropriates expenditures by fund. No fund may expend, or contract to expend, any monies in
excess of the amount appropriated in the budget resolution.To assist leaders in complying with this
restriction, budget software is set to control spending at the account classification level. Departments may
request a budget transfer to move spending authority from one account to another without increasing
overall fund expenditures. Budget transfers can be approved by the Chief Financial Officer(or designee)
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without further BoCC approval. Budget transfers cannot be made between funds, only within a particular
fund.
Supplemental Budget Requests
Supplemental requests for funding will be heard by the BoCC on an as needed basis.The purpose of a
supplemental request is to increase a fund's overall spending authority. Supplemental requests should be
made when unanticipated spending needs have arisen after the annual budget was adopted and the
requesting department cannot reasonably accommodate the request within its current appropriation.
Unanticipated revenue may be added to a supplemental budget request. Significant known decreases in
revenue (ie. anticipated grant revenue that will not be received, changes in economic conditions that
indicate lower than expected revenue, etc.) may be added to a supplemental budget request.
All unspent appropriations lapse at year end. Unspent funds for capital and other significant projects may
be carried forward into the subsequent year's budget through the supplemental budget request process.
Managing Budgets
Department heads and elected officials are responsible for managing their expenditures at the
classification level within the appropriation authorized. Departments/offices should be prudent and
strive to stay within budget, while being allowed the flexibility to deploy the appropriate resources to
meet changing environments and client and/or commissioner needs through the supplemental budget
request process.
Periodic financial reports may be submitted to the BoCC to inform them of actual to budget performance
of any departments or funds.
Revenue and Expenditures
Eagle County endeavors to maintain a diversified and stable revenue base to shelter it from short-term
fluctuations in any one revenue source. Departments and offices should review fees and charges to assure
the cost of providing service is analyzed and appropriate fees are charged. In cases where fees do not cover
the cost of the service, departments and offices should consult with the Chief Financial Officer to determine
appropriate fees. One-time revenue should not be used for continuing expenses.
Expenditures should be budgeted at a level that will balance available revenue sources with meeting the
BoCC's strategic plan or elected official priority. Competing interests may need to be prioritized to meet
long-term financial plans and balanced budget policies. Expenditures and related programs should be
reviewed from time to time to determine whether they continue to provide the desired level of impact to the
organization or community and to ensure they are being offered in the most cost effective manner.
Long-Term Financial Planning
Long-term financial plans should be established and updated from time to time. The intent of these plans is
to allow decision makers to focus on long-term objectives, to encourage strategic thinking, and to provide a
guide for decision making. Long-term plans should project revenues, expenses, financial position, and
external factors for all key funds and government operations at least five years into the future. Capital
projects should be considered as part of the long-term financial planning for all county operations.
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Responsibilities Summary
BoCC • Appropriate budgets by fund.
• Approve all supplemental budget requests.
County Manager • Serves as Budget Officer.
• Delegates budget compilation, supplemental request preparation and
budget transfer approvals to Chief Financial Officer.
Department Heads and • Submit annual budget proposals.
Elected Officials • Submit supplemental budget requests and budget transfer requests to the
finance department.
• Manage budget to stay within spending authority.
• Works with the finance department to establish long-term plans.
Department Fiscal Staff • Assist department heads and elected officials with responsibilities outlined
above.
Finance Department • Draft and submit annual and supplemental budgets to BoCC and Budget
Officer in accordance with state statute.
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Financial Reporting Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/14/2023
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's financial reporting policy establishes
standards for the aggregation of fiscal information into the county's financial
EAGLE COUNTY statements in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Independent Audit
An independent audit will be performed annually in accordance with state law.The county's financial system
will be maintained in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which are
established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Each year,the county will produce an
annual comprehensive financial report(ACFR) in conformance with GAAP and Government Finance Officers
Association recommendations. In lieu of establishing an audit committee, the independent auditor will
present the results of each year's annual audit to the full Board of County Commissioners in a public
meeting.
Fund Accounting
Eagle County accounts for its broad and diverse offices and departments within separate funds, each of
which is a fiscal and accounting entity.The county's financials will include the county's primary funds along
with blended component units(legally separate entities that are, in substance, part of the county's
operations) and discretely presented component units (which are presented in a manner to emphasize that
they are legally separate from the county).
Basis of Accounting
Both the governmental and business type activities in the government-wide financial statements and the
proprietary fund financial statements are presented on the full accrual basis of accounting. The basis for
accounting for governmental funds in the fund level financial statements is modified accrual.
Capital Assets
Assets acquired and owned by the county and its components having a value of$10,000 or more and a life
expectancy of greater than one year, as well as capital leases, may be considered a fixed asset by the
county.The capitalization limit is $5,000 for items purchased with federal grant dollars. A physical
inventory of property is required on an annual basis.
Lease and SBITA Materiality Threshold
Lease and SBITA contracts meeting criteria for reporting according to applicable GASB Statement numbers
87 and 96 provisions will be reviewed for materiality. Contracts values exceeding$100,000 meet materiality.
Contract values $100,000 or less will be further reviewed by management for other factors that may cause
them to be considered material. In addition, contracts not meeting materiality threshold will be reviewed in
aggregate yearly for consideration of materiality. Contracts not meeting materiality by threshold or other
method will be recorded as revenues and expenses without provisions in applicable GASB Statements.
Contract values for the purposes of determining materiality are defined as value of the sum of all fixed and
fixed-in-substance cash flows over the term of the contract, or the implementation date through the
termination of the contract. Contract values will include adjustments for reasonably certain extensions or
terminations as defined by applicable GASB Statements.
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Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments
Except for cash held for third parties and cash held by separate legal entities, all cash is deposited with the
county Treasurer.The county defines cash and cash equivalents as amount in demand deposits as well as
short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.All investments are
made in accordance with the county's Investment Policy.
Revenue/Accounts Receivable
Revenues received must be deposited on a regular basis, generally daily or weekly, depending upon volume
of receipts. Department heads are responsible for reviewing revenue collections to ensure accuracy.
Revenues from grants often need to be accounted for in a particular manner and federal grant dollars need
to be included in the county's Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards. See the Grants Policy for
additional detail.
Expenditures/Accounts Payable
All contracts for expenditures must be executed in accordance with county policies. Procurement
procedures should be followed, and all necessary supporting documents should be maintained within the
appropriate financial software prior to making payments. Payments can be made by using a purchasing card
or electronically through utilizing the county's financial software.Vendor payments are controlled and
processed by the finance department. Departments and offices should notify the Eagle County Treasurer in
advance of large payments (typically over$500,000).
Leases
Leases, whether Eagle County is the lessor or the lessee, require special accounting. Departments should
inform the finance department of the terms and conditions of any lease into which it enters.
Interfund Transactions
Interfund services provided and used are accounted for as revenues, expenditures, or expenses and
recorded as either due from other funds or due to other funds on a fund's balance sheet when it is expected
to be liquidated within a year. For receivables/payables that are not expected to be liquidated after one
year,the items are classified as advances to or from other funds.
Fund Equity Classifications
GAAP financial statements report up to five separate categories of fund balance based on the type and
source of constraints placed on how the resources can be spent. Fund balance classifications include
nonspendable, restricted, committed, assigned and unassigned. Unassigned fund balance is a residual
classification within the general fund, which is the only fund that reports a positive unassigned balance. In
all other funds, unassigned fund balance is limited to negative fund balance. Budgetary fund balance, while
it is subject to the same constraints on spending as GAAP fund balance, typically represents simply the total
amount accumulated from prior years at a given point in time.
End of Year Processes
The finance department works to ensure that all revenues and expenditures are recorded in the proper
accounting period. Revenues earned in the previous year will be recorded in that year if they are received
within 60 days after year end. Expenditure-driven grant revenues should be recorded in the same year the
expenditure was incurred, regardless of the 60-day requirement. Purchases are recorded in the year in
which the product or service was received regardless of when the payment was made. Departments should
take care to enter revenues and expenditures appropriately to ensure they are recorded in the correct year.
Internal Controls
A comprehensive framework of internal control serves as the first line of defense in safeguarding assets
and preventing and detecting errors and fraud. Management control and oversight is integral in the
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effective stewardship of public resources.
The County Manager and the department heads or elected officials, with guidance from the Chief
Financial Officer, are primarily responsible for the appropriate internal control of all county assets and
financial transactions. Internal control is a major part of managing an organization and works to ensure
effectiveness and efficiency of operations, reliability of financial reporting, and compliance with
applicable laws and regulations. All staff are expected to comply with auditor requests and finance staff
recommendations to achieve the best possible controls while weighing the cost of such controls.
If any employee suspects financial fraud or abuse, they should address their concerns with a supervisor,
department director, elected official, County Manager's office, or the finance or human resources
department.
Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Approve revenue collections and accounts payable entries.
Elected Officials • Manage internal control processes within your department/office.
• Comply with end of year processes.
• Notify Eagle County Treasurer prior to large payment requests.
Department Fiscal Staff • Enter revenue collections and accounts payable entries. Review all backup
data for accuracy and completeness.
• Reviews and understands financial policies and procedures.
Finance Department • Final approval of revenue collections and bill payments.
• Review department level entries and make adjustments as needed.
• Make recommendations for internal control improvements.
• Train fiscal staff in financial reporting procedures.
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Business Expense Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's travel and business expense policy
EAGLE COUNTY establishes standards for allowing the use of purchasing cards or reimbursing
employees for business related expenditures that are incurred while
performing specific job duties. Employees should neither gain nor lose personal
funds due to a reasonable business expense.
Eligibility for Business Expenses
A county employee is eligible to use a purchasing card or to be reimbursed for legitimate business expenses
that are allowed by this policy and approved in advance by their department head or elected official.The
preferred method to pay for employees' business expenses is the use of a county purchasing card.
Employees should state the business purpose of all expenditures, either through the purchasing card or the
reimbursement process. If an employee is requesting reimbursement of expenses, that request should be
made within 90 days of when the expenses were incurred.
It is the responsibility of the department head or elected official to set and enforce guidelines for their
departments/offices regarding the appropriate use of budgeted dollars for business expenses.
Allowable Costs
Actual costs of eligible business travel are allowed, with the exception of those expressly disallowed below.
When a gratuity is appropriate, no more than 20%will be allowed as a business expense. Examples of
allowable costs include: 1) meals purchased more than 50 miles of employees'home offices and not in the
course of normal daily business, 2) airline and lodging expenses when extended travel is warranted (at
coach fares and mid-range hotels or the hotel in which a training or conference is located), 3)
reimbursement of mileage at the published IRS mileage rate when an employee's personal vehicle is utilized.
Non-Allowable Costs
Alcoholic beverages, personal items, and gift card purchases are not considered eligible business expenses
and should not be reimbursed. Because parking, speeding, or other traffic tickets received by an employee,
even when on county business, are unlawful, they are considered a personal expense to be paid by the
employee and are not reimbursable.
Receipts
Itemized receipts should be maintained for all transactions. Business purpose of all expenses should be
clearly documented. IRS guidelines require the following information for business travel, meals, and
entertainment:
o The amount of the purchase
o The business purpose for the purchase, and
o The names of those who participated.
Failure to Follow Policy
Fraudulent business expense reimbursement requests or misuse of an Eagle County purchasing card is a
serious matter that may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, and
may subject the employee to legal action. It is the department head or elected official's responsibility to
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request reimbursement from the employee or deny a reimbursement request if the amount spent is
considered unreasonable or proper documentation is not submitted.
Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Approve business purpose and estimated cost prior to employee incurring
Elected Officials expenses.
• Approve reimbursement requests or purchasing card charges.
Employee • Obtain approval for all business expenses.
• Maintain all itemized receipts and record all transactions either through the
purchasing card process or a reimbursement request.
Finance Department • Administer the program.
• Make payments to employees with approved reimbursement requests.
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Purchasing Card Policy
(IP EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County utilizes a purchasing card program to
establish a more efficient method of purchasing and paying for goods and
EAGLE COUNTY services. All purchasing card transactions are available for viewing by the public.
Eligibility for a Purchasing Card
Purchasing cards will only be issued to elected officials and employees who are authorized by Eagle County
to purchase goods and services on behalf of the county. Both the name of the cardholder and the county
appear on the face of the card.The purchasing card carries corporate liability for the county but carries no
liability for a cardholder.
Allowable Use
The purchasing card provides an alternative method to pay vendors, however does not change a
department or office budget.All purchases made using a purchasing card must be properly budgeted.The
total purchases for any month shall not exceed a cardholder's authorized credit limit.
Cardholders must advise vendors that the county is exempt from paying Colorado sales and use tax.
Non-Allowable Use
The following items may not be purchased with a county purchasing card:
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal items
• Cash advances
• Gift cards.As gift cards are similar to cash,you must have pre-approval from the finance
department to purchase gift cards regardless of the intended use. You must provide a clear plan
describing the intended purpose of the gift cards and a method of tracking distribution of the cards.
• Parking, speeding, or other traffic tickets received by an employee.
Receipts
Itemized receipts should be maintained for all transactions. IRS guidelines require the following information
for business travel, meals, and entertainment:
o The amount of the purchase
o The business purpose for the purchase, and
o The names of those who participated.
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Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Approve business needs for an employee to have a card and associated
Elected Officials credit limit.
• Approve all transactions. This responsibility may be delegated, but the
department head or elected official is ultimately responsible for proper use
of cards by staff.
Cardholder • Keep the card secure.
• Call card servicer for lost or stolen card or to report fraudulent purchases.
• Maintain all itemized receipts and record all transactions.
Finance Department • Administer the program.
• Ensure payment is made to the card servicer.
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Procurement Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County utilizes this procurement policy to ensure
competitive pricing and rates are obtained for Eagle County and its affiliates.
Purchases and contracts should be completed in adherence to this policy.
EAGLE COUNTY
Purchasing
The intent of this policy is to ensure that Eagle County and its affiliates are entering into purchasing
contracts at the most competitive pricing possible and to ensure that any vendor has the opportunity to bid
on Eagle County projects. Procurement requirements vary based upon the expected cost and type of project
as outlined in the table below:
Definition Procurement Process
Small Projects - Projects less than No formal process required for obtaining quotes. Staff should consider
$25,000 multiple vendors to obtain the best pricing and quality available.
Mid-Sized Projects- Projects Staff should obtain at least three written quotes and maintain the quotes
between $25,001 and $75,000 and other information supporting the basis for selection.
Large Projects- Projects over Staff should publish an invitation to bid, request for proposal, or request
$75,000 for qualifications to seek pricing for these types of projects.These
documents should be posted on the Eagle County website and can also be
shared directly with potential vendors, posted in newspapers or trade
journals, or shared as determined necessary by staff. Staff should
maintain all responses and other information supporting the basis for
selection.
Any work on county highways A description of the work to be done and its location, and a reference to
valued at $50,000 or more the location holding plans and specifications for the work must be
advertised in a legal newspaper.The award is required to be made to the
lowest responsible bidder per CRS 43-2-209.
Selection Criteria
Unless otherwise required, departments have flexibility to select vendors based upon any or all of the
following criteria (this list is not an exhaustive list): local preference and experience in Eagle County,
previous experience with the vendor, minority owned business status, environmental sustainability, quality
comparisons and life cycle costs, and any other information deemed relevant by Eagle County.The lowest
responsible bidder does not need to be selected in all cases.
Exceptions
The County Manager, or their designee, can approve any exceptions to this policy for a valid business
reason and documented justification or when the process is impractical due to an emergency situation.
When a single supplier or provider has unique qualifications to provide a product or service, the County
Manager, or their designee, may approve a sole source procurement request.
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Procurement or bidding processes for State, Federal or other government contracts may be different from
Eagle County's policy. Matters that have other bidding requirements or that may be funded with state or
federal funds should follow the most restrictive process to ensure compliance.
Contracts
When practical, purchases should be documented with an Eagle County contract.All contracts entered into
by Eagle County or its affiliates must be reviewed by the Eagle County Attorney's Office prior to execution.
Fully executed contracts will be maintained by the Eagle County Attorney's Office.All contracts are executed
by the Board of County Commissioners in a public meeting unless they meet delegated limits passed by
resolutions which allow for signature by the County Manager, Executive Director of the Eagle County
Housing and Development Authority, or Aviation Director.All executed contracts are available for review by
the public.
Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Ensure procurement policy is followed.
Elected Officials • Provide justification for any requested exception to the County Manager.
County Manager • Approve exceptions to the policy.
• Execute contracts within signature limits.
County Attorney • Approve form of contracts.
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Payroll Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's payroll policy establishes standards for the
compensation of county employees, including benefits. It ensures that
EAGLE COUNTY authorized,
and benefit payments to and for employees are properly
authorized, documented, recorded, and reported in accordance with state and
federal regulations.
Human Resources and Finance Roles
Human resources is responsible for maintaining all employee information, including personal information,
benefit selections, wage rates, and employee tax information. Finance is responsible for verification of
submitted electronic time sheets, payroll related changes and corrections from departments, and the actual
processing of payroll through the designated payroll software.
Payroll Schedule and Approvals
Payroll is processed on a biweekly basis with pay being issued on Fridays. Payroll schedules are updated at
the beginning of each year and are posted by human resources.All departments and offices must approve
employee time records and time off requests through the payroll software on a timely basis. Each
department head and elected official may delegate the approval of time cards, however the department
head or elected official is ultimately responsible to ensure time records reflect time worked by employees.
Payroll Discrepancies
If an employee notices an error on their paycheck they should first consult their manager. If time was
missing from the check the manager will need to approve any time that should be added. If there is a
problem with tax or benefit withholdings the employee should contact the human resources department.
Non-Wage Payments to Employees
All money, gifts, and benefits paid to employees by Eagle County Government are to be included in the
employee's reported income unless otherwise excluded by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC).Any gift cards,
gifts, discounts, or benefits received by employees must be communicated to the finance department for
proper review and income reporting.
Vehicles provided to employees that are available for personal use, including commuting(ie. take-home
vehicles), require an annual analysis and potential inclusion on employees' reported income. Department
heads must inform the finance department when vehicles are available to staff for personal use.
Payments to Elected Officials
Because salaries of the county's elected officials are set by the state, no elected official may receive any
additional or non-wage payments that would cause their salary to increase over the statutorily allowed
amount.
Severance Agreements
From time to time, severance agreements may be offered to employees upon separation of employment.
Prior to taking action, such agreements should be discussed with the Human Resources Director or
designee.All such agreements must be approved by the County Attorney or designee and executed by the
County Manager or designee.
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Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Review and approve all time by the stated deadline.
Elected Officials
Employee • Enter all hours worked and time off requests into the payroll software.
Human Resources Department • Manage compensation and benefits programs.
• Enter and review employee information in the payroll software.
• Manage short term disability and workers compensation pay.
Finance Department • Process payroll.
• Distribute live checks.
• Ensure Internal Revenue Service rules are being followed.
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Employee Gifts Policies
to; EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's policy on employee gifts is primarily
EAGLE COUNTY meant to ensure that any gifts offered to employees are appropriately
taxed, identified, and recorded in accordance with state and federal
regulations.
Gifts to Employees from Eagle County Government
Any gifts purchased with county funds must be appropriately budgeted. Caution should be used when
giving gifts, and department heads and elected officials are discouraged from using county funds to give
gifts on a regular basis.
The following table outlines the taxability of gifts that are paid for with government funds(Refer to the most
recent IRS publication Quick Reference Guide for Public Employers) :
Gift Tax Treatment Reporting Treatment
Cash (including bonus or years of Always taxed as regular income, These should be paid through
service awards) regardless of frequency or regular payroll processes.
amount.
Gift cards (gift cards are Always taxed as regular income, The issuance of gift cards must
considered cash by IRS) regardless of frequency or always be reported to payroll so
amount. it gets added to employee
income.
Annual/infrequent employee gift Not taxable No reporting is required as it is
(if a gift card or cash is an annual considered a de minimis fringe
gift, it is taxable per rules above) benefit as long as the value is
nominal (IRS defines de minimis
as having so little value that
accounting for it would be
unreasonable or administratively
impracticable. IRS used $100 as a
benchmark in 2001), infrequent
(annual), and not in place of
compensation.
Prizes(from drawings, etc.) Depends what the prize is. If it's If a prize has more than de
cash or gift cards,then taxable. If minimis value, consult with
it's a physical item of de minimis payroll to determine tax and
value, then it is likely not taxable. reporting treatment.
Clothing and uniforms Depends. REQUIRED uniforms Discuss frequency, volume, and
such as Sheriff's Office uniforms value with payroll to determine
or protective wear that is taxability and reporting
required such as steel toed boots treatment.
are not taxable, however other
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logo'd gear may be a taxable
fringe benefit.
Gifts from other entities/outside individuals
The Constitution of Colorado Article XXIX bans public officers, local government officials, and local
government employees from accepting gifts over$65 (periodically adjusted for inflation) in any calendar
year. Gifts received on special occasions from individuals that are relatives or personal friends are excluded
from this ban. These officers, officials, and employees are also prohibited from receiving any money,
forbearance, or debt forgiveness without providing the giver equal value in exchange and from receiving
anything of value from professional lobbyists.
Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Ensure policy is followed and any department sponsored gifts are properly
Elected Officials reported to the finance department.
Employee • Follow county, state, and IRS guidelines related to the acceptance of gifts.
Finance Department • Provide guidance to county staff in interpreting this policy.
• Properly reporting gifts on employee paychecks when appropriate.
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11111111t. Fund Balance Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's fund balance policy strives to ensure that
the county maintains adequate levels of fund balance to mitigate current and
future risks (e.g. revenue shortfalls and unanticipated expenditures).
EAGLE COUNTY
Background and Definitions
The county's three largest sources of revenue are property tax, sales tax, and charges for services. Property
tax has historically been a relatively stable source of revenue and has the added bonus of predictability in
that significant changes can only happen in a reappraisal year and changes in revenue are delayed (ie.
reappraisals are based upon real estate market activity through June 30 of even years, are calculated in the
following year, and impact revenue in the year subsequent to the reappraisal year, so market conditions as
of June 30, 2022, impact the 2023 reappraisal, and generate revenue in 2024). Sales tax is less predictable as
it changes when spending on taxable items changes. Sales taxes are largely dependent upon consumer
spending and are often used as an indicator of consumer optimism. Much of the county's sales tax revenue
is from locals who spend dollars in their daily lives, but a large portion comes from visitors, which is based
upon national and worldwide consumer habits. In the aggregate, charges for Eagle County services have
been relatively stable and predictable sources of revenue, however individual revenue sources may be more
volatile.
For the purpose of this policy, the term fund balance is used to describe both fund balance and net position
and is intended to serve as a measure of the current financial resources available within each fund.
Fund Balance Analysis and Reporting
At least once each calendar year,the finance department will conduct an analysis of all county funds to
determine compliance with this policy and to make recommendations as needed. Results of the analysis
and recommendations will be presented to the BoCC.
Minimum Fund Balance
Given the revenue sources outlined above, all funds should have a minimum fund balance(excluding
non-spendable or restricted categories) of no less than three months(25%) of annual operating
expenditures.Total fund expenses may be reduced by the amount of capital or one-time projects to
calculate operating expenditures for the purpose of this analysis.
Eagle County will also maintain an emergency reserve fund in an amount equal to at least three percent of
fiscal year spending in accordance with the provisions of Article X, Section 20 of the State Constitution
(TABOR Amendment).
Certain Eagle County funds, because of their reliance upon the general fund for operating subsidy, can be
combined with the general fund to determine whether this fund balance policy is being met.These funds
include the public health fund, human services fund, and insurance reserve fund.
Funds that are planning for large expenditures, including capital projects or other significant projects,
should have documentation outlining the future needs of the fund. Likewise, funds that rely on revenue
sources that are different from those outlined above should be analyzed in accordance with the specific
revenue sources. If these fund specific studies indicate a higher level of fund balance is needed,that should
be noted in the annual presentation to the BoCC.
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Excess Fund Balance
In cases where fund balances exceed the minimum fund balance, a long-term plan should be considered.
Excess fund balance should not be used as a funding source for ongoing recurring expenditures.
Use and Replenishment of Funds
A budgetary request that reduces a fund balance to an amount below the minimum required amount per
this policy shall include a written plan which defines the conditions warranting the use of fund balance and
outlines how the fund balance will be replenished. Minimum fund balances should be replenished as soon
as economic conditions allow, but no longer than three years. Replenishment of fund balance may be
accomplished through the control of operating expenditures, additional revenues sources, use of excess
resources in other funds where it is legally permissible and a defensible rationale can be made, or year-end
budget surpluses.
Responsibilities Summary
County Manager • Present fund balance analysis to BoCC on an annual basis.
Department Heads and • Monitor fund balance and manage revenues and expenditures accordingly.
Elected Officials • Create a long-term plan for the fund, if needed, and share with the finance
department.
• If budget requests move fund balance below minimum required per this
policy, create a written plan warranting the use of fund balance and a plan
for replenishment.
Finance Department • At least annually, prepare an analysis of fund balances to inform
management of funds that are not in compliance with this policy.
• Monitor ongoing compliance with this policy.
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Grants Policy
to. EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's grants policy establishes standards for the
budgeting, receipt, recording, and compliance of all grant awards, including
grants passed through the county to another entity, often in cases where the
EAGLE COUNTY county is acting as a fiscal agent.
Grants Identification and Application
Department heads and/or elected officials must seek approval from the County Manager's office prior to
applying for grants.The purpose of this approval is to ensure that the grant is aligned with the county's
strategic plan and that a funding analysis is complete. Existing grants should be evaluated prior to renewal
to ensure that the grant-funded projects or programs are meeting the desired outcomes and any ongoing
funding obligations can be met.
Budgeting and Recording Grants
The inclusion of any grant in excess of$25,000 into the budget should be supported by either a grant
agreement(if awarded) or grant application or program description (if not yet awarded) .These grant
documents should be reviewed with the finance department to ensure the funding and related
expenditures are budgeted in the appropriate accounts.
When a grant is received, dollars must be recorded in the appropriate general ledger accounts and
reference the grant award with sufficient detail to allow for auditors to understand the associated grant
agreement. (ie. contract number, executed date, etc.) Care should be taken with all federal grants as Eagle
County is required to disclose the expenditures of all federal dollars in a separate audit schedule.
Managing Grant Compliance Requirements
The department head and/or elected official for the department receiving the grant is responsible for
managing compliance with the grant agreement. It is expected that they understand the grant agreement
and have retained sufficient documentation such that auditors or monitoring agencies can confirm that
compliance requirements have been met. For any federal grant, the department head should reference the
2 CFR Part 200 Compliance Supplement published by the Office of Management and Budget.
Failure to Follow Policy
The failure to properly record grants may result in Eagle County's inability to apply for future state and
federal grants.There could be audit implications, including repayment of funds or the loss of current(and
future)grant funding.
Responsibilities Summary
County Manager's Office • Support grant applications after reviewing funding requirements and
strategic alignment.
Department Heads and • Share documentation with the finance department.
Elected Officials • Ensure ongoing compliance with grant agreement, including proper
financial reporting in the county's financial software.
Finance Department • Ensure proper general ledger accounts are associated with grants.
• Accumulate information for the federal single audit schedule.
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Capital Improvement Fund Policy
1111110 EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County's capital improvement fund policy establishes
standards for appropriating funds from the capital improvement fund.
EAGLE COUNTY
Eligible Expenditures
To utilize funds from the capital improvements (CIP)fund, a project must be capitalizable as an asset of
Eagle County or one of its affiliates. Generally speaking, an asset must cost more than $10,000 and have at
least a one-year useful life. Eligible items may include paying the costs of acquiring or constructing any
capital improvement; acquiring land or equipment; the costs of issuing bonds;the costs of readying
property for its intended use; and the costs of operating and maintaining the county's capital assets.
CIP Committee
The CIP Committee shall consist of representatives from the following Eagle County departments: finance,
County Manager's office, information technology, and facilities or project management.The County
Manager appoints all committee members, and may appoint additional members as they deem necessary
for the fair allocation of CIP funds. CIP Committee meetings are open to any staff member that wishes to
attend. The CIP committee shall establish a process by which it makes recommendations to the Board of
County Commissioners for funding.
Long Range Capital Planning
A long-term (5 years+) capital improvements funding plan will be developed and maintained by the Chief
Financial Officer, utilized by the CIP committee when making funding recommendations, and shared with
the BoCC to assist with decision making.This plan will be updated on a regular basis and will identify capital
needs versus wants and will prioritize the items within the wants category.
Responsibilities Summary
County Manager • Appoint CIP Committee.
Chief Financial Officer • Prepare a long-term financial plan.
Department Heads and • Request funding from the CIP fund for projects that are eligible per this
Elected Officials policy and are strategically important for departments/offices.
CIP Committee • Make recommendations to BoCC for funding projects from the CIP fund.
• Regularly review long-term capital needs for the county and its affiliates.
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Signature Authority Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: This policy allows the County Manager, or designee, to
execute agreements and documents with a value no greater than $200,000.
EAGLE COUNTY
Signature Authority
Eagle County Government enters into agreements and executes documents in the conduct of its business
and management of various projects and programs.The Board of County Commissioners considers
agreements and documents during their regular business meetings and upon approval, executes such
agreements and documents.
This policy authorizes the County Manager, or designee, to execute agreements and documents with values
no greater than $200,000 so long as funds have been properly budgeted and appropriated for such
expenditures. It also requires that all documents and agreements executed under this policy are identified
on a future Board of County Commissioner agenda.
Other Board Authority
For the purpose of transparency, the following boards have given other Eagle County staff the following
signature authority through resolution:
• Eagle County Housing and Development Authority(ECHDA)allows the Executive Director of ECHDA
to execute agreements and documents for amounts not to exceed $20,000 per ECHDA Resolution
22-069.
• Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation (ECAT)authorizes the Aviation Director to execute
agreements and documents on behalf of ECAT with a value no greater than $75,000 per ECAT
Resolution 22-001.
Approval and Reporting
Any agreements or documents to be executed by the Board of County Commissioners or through the
authority of this policy shall be subject to prior approval by the Eagle County Attorney's Office.
Any agreements or documents executed through the authority of this policy must be identified on a future
Board of County Commissioner agenda.
Responsibilities Summary
Board of County Commissioners • Execute agreements for amounts greater than $200,000.
County Attorney • Approve form of agreements.
County Manager or designee • Execute agreements for amounts no greater than $200,000.
Executive Director of Eagle County • Execute agreements for amounts no greater than $20,000.
Housing and Development Authority
Aviation Director • Execute agreements for amounts no greater than $75,000.
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Emergency Spending Authorization Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT:This policy outlines spending authorizations that are
outside the course of the normal budget and procurement policies and shall
EAGLE COUNTY only be utilized only in cases of emergencies.
Emergency Spending Authorization
Emergencies that require the immediate procurement of resources by Eagle County may happen from time
to time.This policy outlines spending authorizations that are outside the course of the normal budget and
procurement policies and shall only be utilized in cases of emergencies.
An emergency for the purpose of this policy is defined as an event or incident that compels a response or
mitigating action where there is an imminent danger to the safety and welfare of the citizens and visitors of
Eagle County or when lives or property may be compromised by the failure to act. The determination of
whether an event qualifies as an emergency shall be made by either the County Manager, Sheriff,
Emergency Management Director or their designees.
Eagle County staff or elected officials shall act swiftly to procure resources or incur costs to attempt to
mitigate or avert an emergency even if it is not practically feasible to convene a quorum of the Board of
County Commissioners or otherwise adhere to the approved budget or procurement policies.
Authorization limits are outlined in the table below:
Role Authorization Amount
County Manager or designee and any single Commissioner $1,000,000
County Manager or designee $500,000
County Sheriff or designee $100,000
Emergency Management Director or designee $100,000
Notification and Appropriation
When an emergency spending authority is exercised,the Board of County Commissioners should be notified
at the earliest opportunity. Notification should include a description of the emergency and the costs or
resources that were authorized. Documentation supporting the expenditure of resources should be
provided by the party making the authorization as soon as practical and in any event within 24 hours.
The County Manager or designee shall determine whether such emergency spending authorization should
be placed on the next available Board of County Commissioners agenda for ratification or
acknowledgement. If a spending authorization causes expenditures to exceed the amounts appropriated by
the BoCC in the current budget, the finance department shall prepare a budget supplemental to increase
the approved appropriation.
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Responsibilities Summary
Board of County • A single commissioner may act with the County Manager or designee to
Commissioners exercise spending authority.
• Approve a supplemental budget, if necessary.
County Manager or designee • Determine that an event is considered an emergency.
• Exercise spending authority.
County Sheriff or designee • Determine that an event is considered an emergency.
• Exercise spending authority.
Emergency Management • Determine that an event is considered an emergency.
Director or designee • Exercise spending authority.
Finance Department • Prepare a supplemental budget, if necessary.
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Emergency Incident Funding Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County will maintain a funding source from which it
will expend costs associated with emergencies that occur in Eagle County.
EAGLE COUNTY
Emergency Incident Budget
The county will maintain an emergency incident response department,which is a separate department
within the county's general fund.The purpose of this department is to accurately and transparently track
the cost of emergency incidents that happen from time to time within Eagle County.
Each year, the finance department will propose an annual budget for the emergency incident department.
The budget may be made up of appropriations that are carried forward from a previous year's budget, a
new appropriation, or a combination of both. Should a large event occur, an increase in appropriations
during a fiscal year may be necessary.
Eligibility For Emergency Incident Funding
This department will be used only when the County Manager gives express direction for its use. If these
funds are not available, all costs related to any incident should be tracked within each department's budget
as normal business expenditures.The approval to utilize the emergency incident funds will be based on the
circumstances of each individual incident. The County Manager will consider such items as the expected
dollars to be expended,the expected duration of the incident, whether or not the emergency operations
center has been activated,whether a cost sharing agreement is in place, impacts to normal operations, and
other factors which may be important to determine whether county expenditures should be tracked
separately within this specific department.
Expenditures should include all items that were purchased, contracted for, or utilized solely for the purpose
of the incident. Staff hours should be tracked to ensure that all staff resources can be properly accounted
for.The method by which expenditures and staff hours should be tracked will be communicated by either
the emergency operations center emergency support function 7 lead or the finance department.
Responsibilities Summary
County Manager • Give direction for use of this department.
Department Heads and • Ensure policy is followed and all related items and staff time are properly
Elected Officials tracked.
Employee • Track expenditures and hours worked on the incident.
Finance Department • Ensure the annual budget is in place.
• Assist with tracking and compiling expenditures and staff time.
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Risk Management Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County maintains a risk management program that
encompasses all county departments and offices.The primary objective of the
program is to protect the county's employees, its physical assets, and its ability
EAGLE COUNTY to serve the public against any accidental or catastrophic losses.
Goal and Function
The goal and function of the county's risk management program is to apply enterprise risk management
principles and techniques, in partnership with all departments and offices within the county, to protect the
health, safety, and welfare of Eagle County's employees; Eagle County residents and visitors; and Eagle
County's property, assets, and other resources.
These principles and techniques include exposure identification and analysis, financing alternatives such as
insurance, control and safety methods, and program evaluation. All risk management policies,guidelines,
and procedures shall be in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.As a high performing
organization, Eagle County reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of its risk management program and
makes changes or modifications to its risk management practices as necessary.
Enterprise Risk Management
Enterprise risk management(ERM) is a process by which organizations strategically identify, evaluate, and
apply risk mitigation techniques that are aligned with the overall risk appetite of the organization.The
administration of ERM is a function involving the entire county. The principal objective is to protect the
county and all of its people and assets at the lowest possible cost. Strategies identified by the enterprise risk
management process are to be conducted as efficiently and economically as possible with centralized
control to assure uniformity of practice and procedure across all departments. ERM is based upon the
following basic goals:
• Identify internal and external exposures to loss; select and implement loss prevention or reduction
methods; and monitor results for future improvement;
• Develop a risk financing program that combines risk retention techniques with the purchase of
insurance to assure recovery from accidental loss using the most cost-effective methods possible;
• Evaluate activities and assist departments and offices in making informed decisions regarding
assumption or transfer of risk;
• Work within the county's current business operating procedures to effectively develop and
continuously reevaluate guidelines and procedures that maximize protection to the county.
Insurance
Insurance is an important tool used by Eagle County to strategically manage the transfer of its risk. Eagle
County and its affiliates use a variety of different insurance products. Experts, including external consultants
and the Risk Manager, should be consulted to determine need prior to executing an insurance policy.The
criteria for procuring insurance should include the quality and scope of service, breadth of coverage and
level of deductibles, financial stability of the insurance carrier, and cost.
When losses occur, Eagle County will seek to recover any funds possible through its insurance program.
Eagle County employees are expected to report any damages or accidents in one business day. Employees
involved in the loss will be asked to provide an account of the circumstances that led to the loss, along with
any photographic,video or testimonial evidence.
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Responsibilities Summary
Department Heads and • Participate in the risk management program to the extent required and
Elected Officials adhere to all applicable guidelines.
• Promptly report any losses within the department or office to the Risk
Manager.
Employee • Act responsibly in the conduct of duties.
• Participate in the risk management program to the extent required and
adhere to all applicable guidelines.
• Promptly report any losses to the supervisor or manager.
Risk Manager • Administer risk management program.
• File and track claims on behalf of the county.
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Debt Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/2022
1111111t.
POLICY STATEMENT: Eagle County will consider the issuance of debt and other
long-term financial obligations on a case-by-case basis where it makes financial
sense.
EAGLE COUNTY
Use of Financing Tools
The issuance of debt or other long-term financial obligations will be considered on a case-by-case basis to
fund major capital projects. Factors that will be considered to determine how to pay for a project include:
the ability to seek grant funds, the ability to pay for the project from current revenues or budgeted
resources (including excess fund balance), Eagle County's credit rating and the impact issuing debt could
have on the rating, and external factors such as market demand and interest rates.
Any debt issued shall not have a maturity date beyond the useful life of the asset being acquired or
constructed by the debt proceeds.A plan must be in place to meet ongoing debt payments.The issuance of
any long-term financial obligation must be approved by the Board of County Commissioners at a public
hearing. The obligations must be properly budgeted and appropriated.
County staff will monitor the municipal bond market and other appropriate markets to determine whether a
prepayment or refunding of existing obligations is appropriate.This policy must be followed for the issuance
of new obligations or refunding of existing obligations.
Types of Financing
Typical financing tools that will be considered are general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, mortgage notes,
certificates of participation, conduit debt, overlapping debt, or lease/purchase agreements. Derivative debt
instruments should not be considered. In all cases, issuance will follow federal, state, and local
requirements, including the requirement of approval of Eagle County voters when applicable.
The finance department and County Attorney's office will work with external partners, including
underwriters, bond counsel, trustee, and rating agencies to effectuate debt issuance.
Debt Limits
Per Colorado Revised Statutes 30-35-201,the county's general obligation debt may not exceed 3%of the
valuation for assessment. No debt that would violate this limit should be considered.
Debt Structuring and Issuance Practices
Given Eagle County's infrequent use of debt and a dynamic capital markets environment,when debt is
considered, experts such as underwriters, bond counsel, and trustees, should be consulted to structure and
issue debt in the most effective and efficient manner to meet the needs of the project being financed.
Options for structuring and issuing debt should be considered by the Chief Financial Officer, County
Manager, and County Attorney with approval given by the Board of County Commissioners in a public
hearing.
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Debt Compliance and Reporting
All debt or long-term financial obligations will have ongoing reporting requirements and the county will
ensure compliance with all ongoing disclosure requirements as appropriate, including the secondary bond
market as required by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Annual payments must be budgeted and transacted.
• All debt must be reported in the county's annual financial reports as appropriate.
• Annual due diligence must be completed, including adherence to any requirements by external
entities such as the trustee or lender.
• When appropriate, arbitrage analysis must be completed.
Responsibilities Summary
County Manager • Recommend appropriate financing tool for approval by the Board of County
Commissioners.
Department Heads and • Obtain approval for the capital project.
Elected Officials • Discuss appropriate funding tools with the finance department and County
Manager's office.
• Ensure annual compliance requirements are met.
Attorney's Office • Review all documentation to ensure compliance with local, state, and
federal law.
Finance Department • Lead the analysis to determine the appropriateness of the issuance of
long-term obligations.
• Work with departments to ensure ongoing annual compliance requirements
are met and properly recorded.
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Glossary of Terms
Accrual Basis:A basis of accounting in which transactions are recognized at the time they are incurred, as
opposed to when cash is received or spent.
Adopted Budget: Required by Colorado Local Government Budget Law. The budget is an annual financial
plan for county operations showing all expected revenues and expenditures to be in balance. The adopted
budget refers to the budget amounts as approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
Amended Budget: Budget which includes changes to the adopted budget that are approved by the Board
of County Commissioners during the course of a year.
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report(ACFR):A set of financial statements for a state, municipality or
other county governmental entity that complies with the accounting requirements established by the
Governmental Accounting Standards Board.
Appropriation: Spending authority established by legislative action or executive order for amounts that
may be disbursed from a fund, program, or expenditure account for a particular purpose during a specific
period of time.
Assessed Valuation:The valuation set upon real estate and certain personal property by the assessor as a
basis for levying property taxes.
Balanced Budget:When the total sum of money a government collects in a year is equal to the amount it
spends on goods and services. No budget adopted shall provide for expenditures in excess of available
revenues and beginning fund balances.
Basis of Accounting:The timing of when the effects of transactions or events should be recognized for
financial reporting purposes.
Budget: Required by Colorado Local Government Budget Law. The budget is an annual financial plan for
county operations showing all expected revenues and expenditures to be in balance.
Budget Amendment: Increase or decrease in an appropriation.
Budget Transfer: Reallocates a portion of the approved budget between accounts in the same fund.
Board of County Commissioners(BoCC): The three person elected body that governs Eagle County.
Board of Equalization (CBOE):The County Board of Equalization reviews the valuations of all taxable
property appearing in the assessment roll of the county.
Budgetary Basis:The basis of accounting used to estimate financing sources and uses in the budget.
C.R.S.: Colorado Revised Statutes, which contains all laws enacted by the Colorado state legislature.
Capital Outlay and Leases(Expenditure):All assets acquired and owned by the county having a value of
$10,000 or more and a life expectancy of greater than one year, as well as capital leases, are considered a
fixed asset by the county.
Certificates of Participation (COP): A type of financing used by governmental entities which allows an
individual to buy a share of the lease revenue of an agreement made by the entity. Certificates of
Participation do not add to a government's general obligation debt.
CDOT: Colorado Department of Transportation
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Charges for Services(Revenue Source):This revenue source includes all fees established by the county for
licenses, permits, fines, services, applications, and other miscellaneous charges some of which are state
mandated and some are county imposed.This classification includes the majority of mandated fees for
revenue received by the Clerk's office for motor vehicle and Recording and the Treasurer's office for internal
and external fees.The county imposed fees for ECGTV, Building, Animal Services, ECO Transit,Airport, and
Landfill to name a few.
Colorado Mountain College (CMC): Colorado Mountain College is the local community college with whom
the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority has partnered to provide workforce housing.
Debt Service(Expenditure): Payments made to satisfy debt. Includes both principal and interest payments.
Eagle County Air Terminal Corporation (ECAT):The Eagle County controlled corporation that manages the
day to day operations at the terminal of the Eagle County Regional Airport.
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority(ECHDA):The Eagle County controlled authority that
provides innovative and affordable housing solutions to the working people, elderly, and disadvantaged
members of the Eagle County community.
Eagle Valley Trail:The regional trail system which encompasses 63 miles from Vail Pass to Glenwood
Canyon.
ECO Transit(ECO): ECO Transit or ECO is the Eagle County Department that operates the multi-modal
public transportation system in Eagle County.
Expenditures:The spending or outflow of funds from an arm of the government.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Grants(Revenue Source): Grants given by an agency of the Federal government.This revenue
source includes funding for Early Head Start, Human Services programs, ECO Operating and bus purchase,
Airport runway and apron projects, and Public Health programs.
Fixed Assets:Assets with a value of$10,000 or more and a life expectancy of greater than one year, as well
as capital leases, are considered a fixed asset by the County.
Full Time Equivalent(FTE):A full time equivalent employee is one that is budgeted to work 2,080 hours in a
year. Less than 1.0 FTE is calculated based upon the number of hours worked, so a 0.5 FTE will be budgeted
to work 1,040 hours in a year.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP):The set of rules that encompass the details,
complexities, and legalities of accounting.
General Ledger(GL):Account numbers used to categorize types of financial transactions when creating the
budget.
Grants- Non Federal (Revenue Source): Grants given primarily by state and local governments. Also
includes grants from foundations and other philanthropic organizations.These grants are primarily received
to provide goods and services for Early Head Start and Public Health.
HVAC:Acronym for heating,ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Insurance Premiums and Proceeds (Revenue Source): This includes proceeds from casualty and property
insurance claims and health insurance rebate revenue.
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Interdepartmental Services(Expenditure): Payments for services rendered made on county department
or fund to another.These expenditures would include motor pool fund charges for vehicle maintenance and
replacement, departmental health insurance costs and administrative fees.
Interest Expense:This expenditure is for the interest on debt for Justice Center, Air Terminal Corporation
Revenue Bonds, and Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation
Interfund Transfers In (Revenue Source): Contributions from one county fund to another in support of
activities of the receiving fund.This includes transfers for capital projects and funding for the public health
fund.
Interfund Transfers Out(Expenditure): Contributions from one county fund to another in support of
activities of the receiving fund.This includes transfers for capital projects and funding for the public health
fund.
Intergovernmental (Revenue Source):This revenue source includes Sheriff revenue received for services to
towns(Minturn and Gypsum), Road and Bridge Highway Users tax, Cost Allocation Plan and Airport sales tax
for fuel.
Intergovernmental Expenditures(Expenditure): Services purchased from other government agencies,
normally including types of services that only government agencies provide.These would include funding
for the District Attorney, dispatch services for the Sheriff's office,Walking Mountains Outdoor Movement
pass through grant, Road and Bridge transfers to towns for their portion of the property taxes collected by
Eagle County, Landfill surcharges to Colorado Department of Health and E911 Town of Vail communication
charges.
Internal Service Fund Charges(Revenue Source): Fees that are charged to other county departments by
the general fund (Administrative Fees), Motor Pool (replacement, fuel and maintenance) and health
insurance costs.
Internal Service Fees(Expenditure): Fees that are paid to other county departments.
Investment Earnings(Revenue Source): Income you obtain from investments, like interest from a bank or
dividends from stocks.The Treasurer is responsible for investing all excess cash for all Eagle County funds.
Miscellaneous Revenue (Revenue Source): Includes all other unexpected revenue received as well as
investment earnings.
Mobile Intercultural Resource Alliance(MIRA):The MIRA RV is a rolling clearinghouse for services
available in Eagle County. Examples include basic health education and screenings, application support for
public assistance programs, food resources, workforce development, early-childhood education
coordination and physical activity programming.
Payments in Lieu of Taxes(Revenue Source): Federal payments to local governments that help offset
losses in property taxes due to non-taxable Federal lands within Eagle County boundaries.
Principal Payments(Expenditure): Payments made directly to a debt before interest.This expenditure is
for the COP for the Justice Center,Two10 at Castle Peak, Eagle Valley Trail, Air Terminal Corporation
Revenue Bonds,and Golden Eagle Elderly Housing Corporation Debt principal payments.
Property Taxes (Revenue Source): Assessed value that is placed on real property and some tangible
personal properties, such as cars or boats.This revenue source includes all property tax collected by Eagle
County. Eagle County's total mill levy is 8.499 mills which is split between several funds.Also included within
this classification are any delinquent taxes collected and interest thereon and abatements issued.
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Rental (Revenue Source): These are fees charged to tenants. The majority of these rents are charged by the
housing corporations for apartment leases and charges to airlines and car rental agencies for space at the
airport.
Salaries and Benefits(Expenditure): Amounts paid for personnel services rendered by employees in
accordance with rates, hours,terms and conditions authorized by law or stated in employment contracts.
This classification also includes overtime, temporary help, taxes, employer paid retirement and health
insurance.
Sales and Other Taxes (Revenue Source):A revenue based on a percentage tax collected by a merchant
and remitted to the government.This revenue source includes all sales tax collected by Eagle County
through its 1%voter approved sales tax, 0.5%voter approved mass transit tax and 2%voter approved
lodging tax. It also includes other sales and use taxes such as the county collected marijuana sales and
excise taxes(approved by voters in 2017), specific ownership (motor vehicle purchases) and state collected
marijuana sales taxes.
Services(Expenditure):This expenditure includes costs of all departments' vendor service requests. Some
of these expenditures include contributions to United Way, Highway 6 study, monies paid to the school
districts for their portion of the PILT funding, Environmental Health and Sustainable Communities for Eagle
River Watershed Council, Energy Smart rebates and other related environmental issues, a donation for the
1-70 interchange upgrade and payments to Roaring Fork Transit and Trails for Eagle County portions of the
sales taxes collected and a donation to Walking Mountains from the Landfill fund.
Supplemental:A request made to the BoCC for additional funds to be added to the budget.
Supplies (Expenditure):This expenditure includes costs of all departments office supplies, furniture and
small equipment purchases. Fuel and diesel purchases are among the largest supply line items.
TABOR(Taxpayer's Bill of Rights): This is an amendment to Article X of Colorado's state constitution which
Colorado voters adopted in 1992.TABOR controls the amount of revenue that can be collected and spent,
how and which taxes can be raised, and other things.
Wayfair Decision (Revenue): On June 21, 2018, the United States Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 decision in
South Dakota v.Wayfair, Inc., et al, that states can generally require an out-of-state seller to collect and
remit sales tax on sales to in-state consumers even if the seller has no physical presence in the consumer's
state.
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