HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01/09/2024 PUBLIC HEARING
January 9, 2024
Present: Kathy Chandler-Henry Chairman
Matt Scherr Commissioner
Jeanne McQueeney Commissioner
Jeff Shroll County Manager
Rob Wear Assistant County Attorney
Kathy Scriver Deputy Clerk to the Board
This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County
Commissioners for their consideration:
Constituent Input
Chairman Chandler-Henry opened and closed constituent input,as there was none.
Commissioner Updates
Commissioner Scherr spoke about the ECO transit drivers and expressed appreciation for their efforts
getting everyone around town safely.
Commissioner McQueeney spoke about the start of the legislative session. She recently attended a
legislative luncheon with the Human Services folks and discussed the three bills they would be working on. She
believed things were starting to roll and encouraged the community to reach out with their ideas.
Chairman Chandler-Henry added a holiday new year's greetings and gave a shout out to everyone who
worked so hard over the holidays.
County Manager Updates
Jeff Shroll spoke about the AT&T tower being installed on the building. This should improve cell service
in and around the county building.
Consent Agenda
1. Colorado Department of Transportation; Eagle County Signature Sheet for Highway Users Tax Fund for
Mileage Revenue Collection
Nicole Trujillo,Road&Bridge
2. Eagle County Memorandum of Understanding for Homeless Services Through the Coordinated Entry System
Monica Brutout,Housing
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3.First Amendment To Agreement Between Eagle County and Larry Tenenholz for Contracting Work with Eco
Transit
Dani Moore,Administration
4.Resolution 2024-001 Approval of File No. PDS-009927-2022 -The Margaux PUD -Sketch Plan for Planned
Unit Development-RECORD
Karl Barton,Community Development
5. Resolution 2024-002 Concerning the Assessor Generated Abatement for Assessment Year 2021 &2022 -
Schedule#R029200
Dani Moore,Administration
6. Amendment 9: Between Eagle County Detention Facility&Correctional Healthcare Companies for the
Continuation of Inmate Health Services
Sarah Kennedy, Sheriff's Office
7.Agreement between Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Office of Public Health Practice,
Planning, &Local Partnerships(OPHP) and Eagle County for ARPA 6.1 SLFRF Funding for Local Public Health
Agencies (LPHAs)
Maria Gonzalez,Public&Environmental Health
8. License Agreement between Eagle County and Habitat for Humanity Vail Valley
Jesse Meryhew,Facilities
9.Resolution 2024-003 to Close County Clerk's Office For Non-Election Services on March 5,2024;June 25,
2024;November 5,2024-Primary and General Election Days •
Regina O'Brien, Clerk&Recorder's Office
10. Federal Transit Administration/Colorado Department of Transportation 5311 Administrative and Operating
Grant-ECO Transit
Tanya Allen, ECO Transit
Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the Consent Agenda for January 9, 2024 as presented.
Commissioner Scherr seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous.
Business Item
1. Resolution 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
Anna Earl,Finance
Executive Summary: A public meeting for the 2024 budget presentation was held on December 18,2023. Public
notices were completed on December 7,2023,December 14,2023, and again on January 4, 2024. Appropriations
will be made in the January 9,2024 public meeting.
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Anna Earl,Eagle County Finance Director,outlined the process and mentioned a couple changes that had
been made since the December 18,2023 budget presentation which were detailed in the memo she presented.
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.
Ms. Earl stated that as part of the budget they included a Budget in Brief that included the strategic
priorities and allocated budget for initiatives for 2024. The second page outlined the revenues and expenditures.
The total expenditure was$280,756,425. The budget induced some large capital projects,the largest being the
Edwards building. Overall the budget was balanced. There were just some big things planned for 2024.
Chairman Chandler-Henry believed the two page document was helpful for anyone in the public wanting
to view how the county prioritized spending. Part of the reason for large reserves in Open Space was because
they were wisely saving money towards a future purchase.
Ms. Earl stated that the official Budget Book and Budget in Brief would be added to the website once
approved.
Chairman Chandler-Henry asked about the credit on the Open Space being handled.
Ms. Earl stated that there would be a temporary credit of 0.100 mills for 2024.
Commissioner McQueeney stated that there had been a lot of public comment received with regards to
the proposed budget. There had been four presentations on the budget, and she wanted the public to be aware that
their comments had been heard. The Budget in Brief was helpful in explaining why the decision to not mess with
the mill levy was decided. It was important to note that the future was uncertain with regards to property tax and
sales tax and any long term relief. She believed that the county was investing in the priorities of the county. If
the county was to reduce the mill levy,it was uncertain if it would benefit the local community.
Commissioner Scherr believed the Budget Book really outlined what the county was investing in services
such as housing, childcare,and mental health. The increase in revenue provided an opportunity for the county to
invest in community members.
Chairman Chandler-Henry pointed out that the Budget in Brief had some very specific goals so the public
could hold the county accountable and each of the items had accountability tied to them.
Commissioner Scherr moved to approve the Resolution Regarding the Matter of the Adoption of the
Budget and Making of Appropriations for the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, for Fiscal Year 2024.
Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous.
Commissioner McQueeney moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners and
reconvene as the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority.
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Commissioner Scherr seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority
1. Review and Adoption of the 2024 Riverview Budget as the ECHDA
Anna Earl,Finance
Executive Summary: Review and approval of the 2024 Riverview budget by the Eagle County Housing and
Development Authority.
Anna Earl provided some highlights for the budget. Total expenditures for 2024 were$554,260. There
were no large changes from 2023 to 2024. The rental rates were increasing 3.8%which was set by Housing
Urban Development(HUD). Overall, expenditures were decreasing 7%. There were some capital projects
included in the budget.
Chairman Chandler-Henry believed the current team was making this a great place to live. It was an
affordable option in Eagle County.
Commissioner Scherr moved to approve the Adoption of the 2024 Riverview Budget as the ECHDA
Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous.
Commissioner McQueeney moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority
and reconvene as the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners.
Commissioner Scherr seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
Business Item(s) Continued
1. Resolution 2024-005 Concerning adoption of the 2024 Fiscal Budget Mill Levy.
Anna Earl,Finance
Executive Summary: This resolution adopts Eagle County Government's 2024 Mill Levies.
Anna Earl stated that the resolution included all the mill levies. The total was 8.499 mills with a temporary
property tax credit in the Open Space Fund of 0.100 mills for a total of 8.399 mills for fiscal year 2024.
Commissioner Scherr moved to certify the Eagle County Government 2024 Mill Levy.
Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
2. Resolution 2024-006 Establishing Regular Public Meeting Days for the Eagle County Board of Commissioners,
Office Hours, Legal Holidays,and Payroll for Fiscal Year 2024
Rhea silverkorn,Administration
Executive Summary: The Board of Commissioners will be considering the county offices'operating hours and
payroll schedules for 2024.
Rhea Silverkorn,Eagle County Executive Coordinator,presented the annual resolution which was done at
the start of each new year. She noted the changes. Traditionally in the past,there had been 12 holidays. This year
Juneteeth was added, and after looking at other counties and municipalities, it was decided that Christmas Eve and
the day following the Fourth of July would be added. This brought the holiday schedule to 15 days including the
floating holiday. She believed it was a team effort and a lot of information was gathered to base this on.
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Commissioner Scherr appreciated the input by HR and the value of this for employees.
Chairman Chandler-Henry stated that it may look like a simple resolution but there was a lot of work that
went into figuring out all those meeting days.
Commissioner McQueeney believed it came down to the culture of the organization and that the county
valued its employees.
Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve the Resolution Establishing Regular Public Meeting Days
for the Eagle County Board of Commissioners, Office Hours, Legal Holidays,and Payroll for Fiscal Year 2024
Commissioner Scherr seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
3. Resolution Annual Appointments Resolution for the year 2024-TABLED
Dani Moore,Administration
Executive Summary: This resolution includes administrative appointments and designations for the year 2024.
Commissioner Scherr moved to table the Annual Appointments Resolution for the year 2024 until January
16,2024.
Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
Event - Golden Eagle Senior Center
1. Golden Eagle Senior Center Lunch and Visit
Carly Rietmann,Public Health
Executive Summary: The county commissioners will be visiting the Golden Eagle Senior Center to talk with
residents.
Eagle County Housing & Development Authority - Eagle County Room
1. Eagle County Housing and Development Authority-2024 Housing Updates Include Sales Process for
Haymeadow Units
Kim Bell Williams,Housing
Executive Summary: The Eagle County Housing and Development Authority would like to provide an update to
the Board as we start 2024 to include 2023 successes,changes to housing programs, sales of Haymeadow units, and
a new mission statement. The proposed new mission statement is "Housing Eagle County is elevating our
community through mentorship and housing solutions".
Planning File - Eagle County Room
1. SMB-009393-2023 - Comerford Minor B Subdivision
Troy Hangen, Community Development
Executive Summary: Minor B Subdivision(SMB)to subdivide Lot 1,.Filing 6 of the Cordillera Subdivision PUD
into two (2) separate lots.
File Type: Minor Type B Subdivision
File Name: Comerford Minor B Subdivision
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File Number: SMB-009393-2023
Location of Land: 2 Stag Gulch Court,Cordillera/Edwards area, Parcel No. 2107-142-02-016
Applicant: James and Jane Comerford
Staff Report Summary:
On or about September 26,2023,Eagle County received an application for a Minor Type B Subdivision(the
"SMB"or the"Application"),by James"Jim"and Jane Comerford(the"Applicant") at 2 Stag Gulch Court(the
"Property"). The Property is also known as parcel number 2107-142-02-016,or Filing 6,Lot 1 of the Cordillera
Subdivision.
The purpose of this Application(Attachment 1)is to divide the Property into two separate parcels creating a new
developable lot. The proposed lot split results in two parcels,Lot lA(1.568 acres)and Lot 2A(1.156 acres). The
portion of the property referred to as Lot lA currently has a single family residence. The portion of the property
referred to as Lot 2A currently is vacant. Section 5-290.B.2.a. of the Eagle County Land Use Regulations(the
"ECLUR") allows the division of land through a Minor Subdivision process when the Application complies with
applicable zone district and related standards. The Application must be heard before the Board of County
Commissioners(the"Board")through a public hearing process to review applicable review standards.
Staff conducted a review of the Application materials and supplemental information against the ECLUR Section
5-290.G.2 -Standards for Type B Subdivision. This review and evaluation of the Application against the standards
of approval has led staff to conclude that a positive finding can be made for all standards of approval. Therefore,
staff recommends Approval with One Condition.
Jim Comerford,the applicant, introduced himself and provided some background with regards to his
request. His goal was to reinstate a lot line that had been vacated in 2013.
Troy Hangen,Eagle County Staff Planner,presented a PowerPoint presentation demonstrating the lot line
and providing photos of the existing conditions. The application was sent to 24 agencies for 14 days, and 4 agencies
responded with comments. All of the agencies had no concerns,and the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
did provide a Will Serve letter. Mr. Hangen reviewed the standards for approval and indicated that the application
complied with the standards.
Chairman Chandler-Henry opened and closed public comment, as there was none.
Commissioner Scherr stated that he had no concerns with the application.
Commissioner McQueeney had no comments and believed that the file was straightforward.
Chairman Chandler-Henry concurred with the staff recommendations.
Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve File No. SMB 009393-2023, SMB for Stag Gulch Court
NO. 1-A Resubdivision of Lot 1,Cordillera Subdivision,Filing No. 6 Lot 1 and 2 and building envelope
re-establishment in Lot 2A,incorporating staff's findings and recommended condition,because this application, as
conditioned,meets the standards for approval of a MInor B Subdivision.
Commissioner Scherr seconded -- 'on. The vote was declared unanimous.
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There being no further busi -s e oard,the meeting was adjourned until January 16,2024.
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Attest; •
Clerk to the Board Chairman
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