HomeMy WebLinkAboutR10-041 Open Space Advisory Committee AppointmentCommissioner moved adoption
of the follov ng Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION N0.2010-_'L~^ ~"
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZENS' OPEN
SPACE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, on November 5, 2002, the voters of Eagle County approved County
Ballot Referendum 1 H which established earmarked funding for the purpose of acquiring,
maintaining, or permanently preserving Open Space in Eagle County; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2003-97, restated and amended by
Resolution 2004-015 (hereinafter referred to as "Resolution No. 2004-015"), the Eagle County
Open Space Program was established to make recommendations to the Eagle County Board of
County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado (hereinafter referred to as the
"Board") on any and all matters pertaining to the Eagle County Open Space Program; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2004-015, the Board is authorized to
make appointments to the Eagle County Citizens' Open Space Advisory Committee; and
WHEREAS, the following appointment and designation does not constitute
contractual obligations of the Board or the appointee, The Board in its sole discretion, may
change, add, or abolish such appointments and designations, and fill vacancies as it sees fit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO:
THAT, based on selection of the below-identified person to serve as the
representative of the below-designated entity, the Board hereby appoints and confirms the
following person to serve as a member of the Eagle County Citizens' Open Space Advisory
Committee for the term set to expire as indicated, or to continue until his re-appointment or until
his replacement has been duly appointed:
Name Town Term Expires
Stephen Ellsperman Town of Basalt (Exhibit A) November 2010
THEREFORE, the Board of County Commissioners finds, determines and
declares that this Resolution is necessary for the public health, safety and welfare of the citizens
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 day of
April 2010.
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF
COLORADO, By and Through Its
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: c!'~~t
~,:
By:
Teak J. Simonto '`- Sara J. Fisher, C airman
Clerk to the Board ~co~F~~e
~.
of County Commissioners By: --
Jon Stavney, miser
i%' ~~~~~/,'
Bye ' - : ~~!
Peter F. Runyon, Commissioner
Commissioner ~~~G~~'~t.~/I seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll
having been called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Sara J. Fisher
Commissioner Jon Stavney
Commissioner Peter F. Runyon
This Resolution passed by ~~ vote of the Board of County Commissioners of
the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
~~~ N ~~'
March 25, 2010
Sara Fisher, Chair
Commissioner Peter Runyon 1901
Commissioner John Stavney BASALT
500 E. Broadway
Eagle, CO 81621
Dear Chair and Commissioners:
Re: Basalt Appointment on the Eagle County Open Space Advisory Committee
The Town Council wanted to make you aware of a situation. that we have with the Town's
nomination to the Eagle County Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC) and ask for your
assistance. Recently, the Town advertised for the Basalt Representative on the Open Space
Advisory Committee. Stephen Ellsperman was nominated by the Council for appointment at
its February 23`d meeting. Because the OSAC meetings are held in the evening in the Town
of Eagle, it makes it more difficult to fill this position with someone who has the interest,
skills and ability to fulfill the obligations of this important position. Stephen held the Town's
appointment when he lived within the Town. He now lives in the unincorporated area of
Eagle County. We have been informed by your Staff and Attorney's Office, that the County
no longer permits towns from making appointments for individuals that live outside of the
town limits, although at one time the County apparently permitted it.
At its March 23~d meeting the Council reiterated its desire that Stephen Ellspermann be
appointed as the Town's appointment. The Council voted to nominate me as the Town
appointment if you are not able to appoint Stephen Ellspermann. In addition, if Stephen
cannot be appointed as the Town's representative, the Council would recommend that you
appoint Stephen to fill the County's appointment made vacant by Michael Bair's resignation.
We understand Michael has indicated that he will serve until a replacement is found. Stephen
was integral to a number of important OSAC acquisitions to the community, including the
"Grange" and the "McNulty" conservation easements. He is interested in working with
the Commissioners, Town of Basalt Council, OSAC Members, and citizens of Eagle County
to provide expertise and continue .valuable work that has already been accomplished in
securing important open space for future generations. His background in natural resources
and ecology makes him an ideal candidate to serve the Citizens of Eagle County as an official
OSAC representative.
Thank you for your consideration,
~,
~ t. ~~i~ 1•~ ~ ,,. ~, r ~_X'
Leroy Duroux, Mayor
cc. Kris Aoki, Open Space Staff
Robert Morris, County Attorney
Keith Montag, Eagle County Manager EXHIBIT
William G. Kane, Basalt Manager
a
3
101 MIDLAND AVE. • BASALT, CO 81621 • 970-927-4701 • FAx 970-927-4703 • www.basalt.net
