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COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ PROCEEDINGS State of Colorado ) ss County of Rio Grande ) The Board of the Rio Grande County Commissioners met in regular session on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. At 9:02 AM Chairman Gene Glover called the meeting to order. Prayer was led by Commissioner Glover, and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Present were Commissioner Glover, Commissioner Scott Deacon, Commissioner John Noffsker, Rio Grande County Administrator Leslie Klusmire, Former Interim Administrator Judy Egbert, Interim County Attorney Nancy Lake, and Clerk of the Board Aubrey Pargin. Public Comment At 9:04 AM Commissioner Glover asked if there were any public comments. There were none. Consent Agenda Approval of Minutes from the Past Meetings: January 20, 2021 BOCC and DSS and January 27, 2021 BOCC, BOH, and DSS Accounts Payable DSS Accounts Payable Approval of engagement letter with Wall, Smith, Bateman Inc. for the 2020 audit At 9:06 AM Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to approve the consent agenda with DSS minutes from January 20, 2021 added and also BOH and DSS minutes from January 27, 2021 being added. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Vender Amount ALL CLEAR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC 13,333.33 AMERICAN ELECTRIC COMPANY 94.47 AXON ENTERPRISES, INC 5,304.00 BLUE PEAKS DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES, INC 500.00 BRENTON WILLIAMS 125.60 BROWN'S SEPTIC SVC INC 147.50 CCI FOUNDATION 1,379.00 CCNC, INC 100.00 CDHS CENTRAL ACCOUNTING 15.00 CENTER FOR RESTORATIVE PROGRAMS 500.00 CIVIL AIR PATROL MAGAZINE 195.00 COLORADO DEPART. OF REVENUE 242.00 CRIMESTAR CORPORATION 6,000.00 DEE KESSLER 4,500.00 DFA DAIRY BRANDS 177.50 DIRECT TV 187.99 DISTRICT ATTORNEY OFFICE 19,875.00 DIXIE DILTZ 61.20 EMPLOYERS COUNCIL 6,000.00 FUENTES AUTO GLASS 525.00 GOBINS, INC 187.87 GOVPRO CONSULTING 4,450.00 GREAT AMERICA FINANCIAL 334.13 HAYNIE'S INC. 17.98 HOWARD COX 1,600.00 JACK RUDDER 25.00 KD KLENE 89.98 KEN'S SERVICE CENTER 448.29 KRISTI HILLIS 1,216.00 MADDOX COLLECTIONS 30.00

MOBILE RECORD SHREDDERS, LLC 28.00 NANCY N. LAKE 6,083.75 O & V PRINTING, INC 220.50 PITNEY BOWES, INC. 503.50 PRO COM, LLC 111.00 RECOVERY MONITORING SOLUTIONS 740.00 RMS 104.00 SAN LUIS VALLEY HOUSING COALITION 500.00 SARAH HERRERA 57.26 SLV DEVELOPMENT RESOURCE GROUP 116,000.00 SLV PARTS, INC 39.18 SOUTH FORK LUMBER 57.57 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 533.42 TAYLOR & FRANCIS LLC 1,267.79 VALLEY LUMBER AND SUPPLY, INC 97.26 VALUEWEST,INC 3,000.00 VERIZON WIRELESS 285.13 VERIZON WIRELESS 1,746.71 VERIZON WIRELESS 359.41 VERIZON WIRELESS 541.82 VERIZON WIRELESS 180.32 VETERANS COALITION OF THE SLV 3,000.00 VICTIM ASSISTANCE FUND 15.00 WASTE MANAGEMENT 287.26 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY 624.06 WEX BANK 432.65 WEX BANK 68.20 WSB COMPUTER SERVICES 10,853.40 215,399.03

Actions as the Board of Health At 9:06 AM the Board adjourned to the Board of Health. At 9:19 AM the Board adjourned as the Board of Health, and reconvened as the Board of County Commissioners. County Official and Department Head Reports At 9:19 AM, the January 2021 Road and Bridge Department report was discussed. Patrick Sullivan, Road & Bridge, stated that the parking lot at the National Wildlife Refuge was completed and they are continuing engineering work on County Road 1 South. The Highway Users Tax Fund (HUTF) report was submitted. The welding shop completed holding tank stand for the boiler for the court house and completed a snow pusher. The Department will attempt to pick up the oil tank in Nucla around the first of March, weather permitting. They will also continue to grade, weather permitting. Mr. Sullivan stated he also plans to visit with airport maintenance and building maintenance on proposed crack seal projects. Mr. Sullivan also requested the Board approve the purchase of two Hotsy Hot Water Pressure Washers. The quote for the pressure washers includes 100 feet of hose and reel and is for two 2000 psi pressure washers. Commissioner Deacon made the motion to approve the purchase of two Hotsy Hot Water Pressure Washers. Commissioner Noffsker seconded the motion, and the motion carried. Mr. Sullivan also stated that the McMullen Building and the new building are being well taken care of, but he has noticed lights being left on at night at the McMullen Building. Commissioner Glover said he would talk to Gary Johnson and see if there is a reason they have been left on. At 9:24 AM the January 2021 Building Department report was discussed. Randy Kern, Building Department, stated that 13 building permits were issued in January and two building permit extensions. The department issued one On-site Water Treatment System (OWTS) permit and performed 32 inspections. Mr. Kern has nine plan reviews and has issued five certificates of occupancy this month. Mr. Kern also attended a Rio Grande Wellness Village workshop for the Rio Grande Hospital and completed year end reports, Census Bureau reports on new housing, and sent out notices to permit holders with expired permits. In the departments spare time, they are going through the storage vault and disposing of any unnecessary items in an effort to get it

more organized. Unused maps were donated to Head Start and Upper Rio Grande Schools for educational purposes.

At 9:32 AM, the January 2021 Land Use report was discussed. Dixie Diltz, Land Use Department, stated that two camping permits (180-day permits) were issued, two divisions of land (dividing off corners of fields), one lot consolidation, one new home occupation, and one short term rental near Center. For the Code Enforcement Department there were no new complaints. Ms. Diltz is working with three compliance reports. She made six site visits, and also made conditional use compliance drive-bys to make sure they are staying in compliance. Ms. Diltz also stated that there are two new future subdivision plans, but they haven’t come forward with any drawings yet. There were also no new Planned Urban Development (PUD) applications.

At 9:38 AM, Commissioner Glover asked for any other informal reports or follow-up. There were none.

General Business At 9:39 AM, the resolution appointing Nikita Christensen to the Rio Grande Basin Roundtable was discussed. Ms. Christensen stated that Brenda Anderson was appointed to the Roundtable three years ago and that the Roundtable has not been enforcing term limits. She also stated that the Roundtable will go forward with 5-year terms, but that they will adjust term limits so they all don’t expire at once. Ms. Christensen also said that the Roundtable will take the BOCC resolution and implement that amount on the term. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-07, to appoint Nikita Christensen to the Rio Grande Basin Roundtable for a term of five years. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 9:46 AM a request to approve funding for a part time administrative position was discussed. Ms. Klusmire stated that the part time position would be to get filing taken care of. Ms. Egbert said that she is working on broad structural organization and that she could use a part time person to do detail work. Ms. Klusmire also stated that their office needs to adopt a record retention schedule. Ms. Egbert said that she is working on setting a schedule, and when she completes it, she will have the BOCC look at it and adopt it. Ms. Egbert stated that they can train users in how to appropriately place files and digital files. Commissioner Deacon stated that it sounds positive to move forward. Commissioner Noffsker stated concerns about staff efficiency and continuity. Ms. Klusmire stated that resolutions can’t be found, and that a system needs to be set in place so information can be found quickly. Deborah Entz, Department of Human Resources, stated that she has a need for organization of I-9’s. Commissioner Deacon made the motion to hire a part time administrator support clerk. Commissioner Noffsker seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 10:02 AM a proposal to approve airport lease of Tract 29 and half of tract 30 to Ron Bowyer (Arlington Stor-More LLC) was briefly discussed. Ms. Lake stated that the new lease document is complete. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to approve the airport lease of Tract 29 and half of 30 to Ron Bowye (Arlington Stor-More LLC). Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

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At 10:05 AM Commissioner Noffsker stated that the revenue for the Railroad is dropping off and a new trustee is in place. He also stated there is a motion to the court to form a creditors’ committee. Ms. Lake stated she has thoroughly read it and she agrees it is a good idea. Commissioner Noffsker stated that there is concern that they owe the County over $500,000. Ms. Lake stated that they are in restructuring, not total liquidation so there is still hope. Ms. Lake also stated that she has calls into the other counties attorneys that the Railroad owes money to.

Commissioner Deacon asked if the County would be interested in sponsoring a metal crane for the Crane Festival in March. The cost would be $150, and the metal cranes will be on display in downtown Monte Vista. Commissioner Glover suggested to put this on the agenda for the next meeting to vote on. Commissioner Deacon also said that he attended a water meeting and that the water situation in the San Luis Valley is very scary.

Commissioner Glover stated that the goal setting workshop the previous week was phenomenal and he thanked all who were involved in putting that on. He also stated that he attended a Transportation Planning Regions (TPR) meeting and that Region 5 got more funding than in years past and it is to be used for work on Highways 17, 160, 285, and 114. He went to the Forest Service ground breaking Ceremony at the old Del Norte High School gym. Commissioner Glover also met with Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) and the bridge in Center is almost done.

Ms. Klusmire reported that she attended the indirect cost allocation study workshop and the study should be finished in two months. She is working with Jean Borrego on the Homeland Security grant. Ms. Klusmire also stated that she met with Tyler (Computer Software Company). The Administrative office is keeping excellent logs of contact with Tyler. Ms. Klusmire said she has two goals: excellent customer service from Tyler and asking for $23,000 compensation for past failures. Ms. Lake agrees that asking for compensation is not out of line. Ms. Klusmire also stated that she met with Kaitlyn Westendorf, CDOT Aeronautics Division, and

she encouraged the Airport to pursue a jet fuel farm. The estimate for that is approximately $83,000 (ten-year loan with 2 percent interest), and Ms. Westendorf thought the potential for revenue is there.

At 10:39 AM Commissioner Noffsker made a motion to move to executive session, according to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f) for personnel matters. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 11:11 AM the Board exited executive session and resumed to regular session. The Board made no decisions. The discussion was on redefining the current job description, Executive Administrative Assistant. Commissioner Noffsker made a motion to approve the redefining of the current position of the duties of the Executive Administrative Assistant. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 11:13 AM Commissioner Noffsker made a motion to adjourn the regular session and move into executive sessions pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f) personnel matters, C.R.S. 24-6-402(b) to receive legal advice on a specific issue – water rights, and C.R.S. 24-24-402(4)(a) to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real, personal, or other property interest, with no decisions planning to be made. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the meeting was adjourned.

At 1:20 PM the Board exited executive session and resumed to regular session. At 1:21 PM, with no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Attest:

______Gene Glover Aubrey Pargin Chairman of the Board Clerk of the Board

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ PROCEEDINGS State of Colorado ) ss County of Rio Grande ) The Board of Rio Grande County Commissioners met in special session on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Members present were Commissioner Gene Glover (via Zoom), Commissioner John Noffsker, Commissioner Scott Deacon, Rio Grande County Administrator Leslie Klusmire, Former Interim Administrator Judy Egbert, County Attorney Nancy Lake, and Clerk of the Board Aubrey Pargin. At 9:03 AM the meeting was called to order. Tim Butler, Xcel Energy Representative, was present to propose an amended easement agreement on a gas line through the Astronaut Kent Rominger Airport. Mr. Butler’s two purposes were to give the Board notice that Xcel is going to replace a modest amount of the North and South pipeline (about 50 feet strip) at the airport, and that the records need to be cleaned up. He also stated that when they are done with the work, there will be a larger size chain link fence (about 20 feet by 20 feet) but they will not infringe on the airstrips. Xcel plans to work on the pipeline around March to April, weather permitting. Ms. Lake stated that it is smart to get the legal records cleaned up and she will take care of it. At 9:14 AM Commissioner Noffsker made a motion to dispense with opening ceremonies. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried. At 9:15 AM Ms. Klusmire stated that the purpose of the special meeting was to make sure that the proposed jet fuel farm meets requirements, regulations, and also be able to be insured. Ms. Klusmire also stated that the jet fuel farm could meet the eligibility requirements for the Economic Stimulus grant. The requirements include restoring lost revenue in the county, benefit medevacs, and encourage economic stimulus. There are also $35,000 leftover funds from the previous Corona Virus Relief Fund (CVRF).

Bob Thompson, TWS Aviation Fuel Systems, was present via Zoom to give a review of the proposed jet fuel storage tank. Mr. Thompson stated that there are several guidance documents and industry codes to help with planning. Four sources are American Petroleum Institute, Airlines for America 103, Petroleum Equipment Institute, and FAA A/C. Mr. Thompson reviewed the proposal of jet fuel storage tank and stated that he thinks the County will come up short on funding. He also stated that it is so important to remove particulate and water, because microorganisms can grow where there is water in it. Mr. Thompson recommended (AFA recommends it also) a 1 inch to 20-foot slope to facilitate water collection so fuel can be sampled each morning. When samples are taken, they check color and particulates. Jet fuel must be filtered into and out of storage. Mr. Thompson also recommended a floating suction system and water defense system. He stated that a catwalk and stairway are not required, but recommended at least putting brackets in place so it can be added later. The Board agreed that it would be beneficial to get an approximate cost from Mr. Thompson’s consulting services. His consulting services include the design, fuel samples, flow rates, testing equipment, annual inspections including interior inspections, and also involves cleaning tanks above ground and tanks below ground. Mr. Thompson recommended stainless steel piping also. It is more costly upfront, but it never rusts over time. Mr. Thompson recommended a piping arrangement so that the pump can recirculate fuel within the tank. He also stated that it is so important to select a contractor that regularly engages in the installation of aviation fuel storage systems and not a retail gas station contractor Earl Robinson, Airport Manager, stated that when helicopters were at the airport last summer, they had a fuel tanker come in every other day so he feels there is a definite potential for revenue. Commissioners Noffsker and Glover agreed that taking Mr. Thompson’s advice and doing the project right, without cutting corners is the way to go. Ms. Klusmire stated that she will get an estimate from Mr. Thompson for installation of the jet fuel farm and for all maintenance on it. She will also get the insurance representative to come talk to the Board regarding the jet fuel farm. Commissioner Noffsker stated concerns over the County not having a long-term vision of the Airport. He believes the County needs clear and coherent policies for the Airport without changing the small town feel of the Airport. Mr. Robinson stated that it is amazing the amount of money that has been spent out there with no goals in place. Ms. Klusmire asked if the tank is big enough if the Airport expands in the future. It was also brought to the Board’s attention that Cora Lee McCallister’s lease expires this month. The Board decided to discuss it in the near future. Mr. Robinson stated that Jay Sarason has been providing a courtesy car at the airport. Mr. Sarason said he will leave the vehicle at the airport if the County pays for the insurance, which is $185 a year. Concerns about the liability FBO were briefly discussed. Mr. Robinson also brought up the Edwards property at the Airport and asked what the Board was going to do and if the Edwards had a right to drill a well. Commissioner Deacon stated that he visited with the Edwards family and that they do want to work with the County and come to an agreement. Ms. Lake asked if they were opposed to having a water meter put in and Commissioner Deacon said they were not. Ms. Lake stated that she is doing research on the matter and so far, there is nothing in writing about the water. She stated that adverse possession on ground water is still relevant and her research indicates a water meter should be put in and then bill them accordingly. Ms. Lake asked if water is separate or included in Ms. McCallister’s lease. Ms. Lake stated that she will find names for well permits, descriptions on them, and talk to the State Water Office. She also stated the County is trying to prevent “sweetheart deals” in the future and putting policies in place going forward. At 11:04 AM the Board adjourned the special session for executive session, according to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4) to receive legal advice on a specific issue and CRS 24-402(4)(a) to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real, personal, or other property interest. At 1:27 PM the Board exited executive session. At 1:28 PM the Board resumed regular session. No decisions were made. At 1:29 PM, with no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Attest:

______Gene Glover Aubrey Pargin Chairman of the Board Clerk of the Board

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ PROCEEDINGS State of Colorado ) ss County of Rio Grande ) The Board of the Rio Grande County Commissioners met in regular session on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. At 9:00 AM Chairman Gene Glover called the meeting to order. Prayer was led by Commissioner John Noffsker, and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Present were Commissioner Glover, Commissioner Scott Deacon, Commissioner Noffsker, Rio Grande County Administrator Leslie Klusmire, Former Interim Administrator Judy Egbert, County Attorney Nancy Lake, and Clerk of the Board Aubrey Pargin. Public Comment At 9:01 AM Commissioner Glover asked if there were any public comments. There were none. Consent Agenda Approval of Minutes from the Past Meetings: February 10, 2021 BOCC and BOH Approval of Accounts Payable Approval of Payroll Report Approval of buying a metal crane – supporting the Monte Vista Crane Festival Letter of support for the Electronic Recording Technology Board Grant Payment in lieu of taxes – Colorado Parks and Wildlife Impact Assistance Grant Approval of voided checks Receiving the preliminary financials as of 1/31/2020 At 9:02 AM Commissioner Deacon stated that he personally took care of buying a metal crane. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Vender Amount AGENCY TOURISM MARKETING 346.39 AIRGAS USA, LLC 267.54 AIRNAV, LLC 40.00 ALAMOSA COUNTY 315.00 ALL TRUCK AND TRAILER 314.34 ALTA FUELS, LLC 299.72 AUBREY PARGIN 750.00 AVENU HOLDINGS, LLC 5,263.01 BACA GRANDE EMERGENCY SERVICES 193.10 BALLANTINE COMMUNICATIONS, INC 2,099.00 BR PRINTERS, INC 1,555.32 BRANDON ROGERS 56.16 BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LEASING, INC 60.10 CENTER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 900.00 CENTURYLINK 74.94 CENTURYLINK 501.46 CENTURYLINK 64.33 CENTURYLINK 73.30 CIELLO POWERED BY SLVREC 1,867.04 CITY OF MONTE VISTA 24,369.42 CLEANING SOLUTIONS 5,265.28 CMI, INC 125.00 CO ASSOC. OF LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH OFF. 1,018.00 CO DEPT OF LABOR & EMPLOY 35.00 COLOLRADO COUNTY CLERK'S ASSN. 937.29 COLORADO DEPT OF HEALTH 50.00

CONEJOS COUNTY EMS 900.00 COSTILLA COUNTY AMBULANCE 728.22 COURTNEY ARTHUR 194.54 DEL NORTE BANK 30.00 DEL NORTE COMMUNITY AMBULANCE 307.02 DEL NORTE PROSPECTOR 39.00 DEPT. OF SOCIAL SERVICES 6,957.17 DIANNE KOSHAK 18.00 DIRECT TV 195.99 DOMINION VOTING SYSTEMS, INC 20,060.72 DOUG COOPER 1,500.00 EARL ROBINSON 33.75 EFORCE 23,926.00 EL PASO COUNTY CORONER 3,000.00 FASTENAL 189.55 FIRST BANKCARD 11,783.53 FUENTES AUTO GLASS 285.00 GALLS, LLC 58.67 GCR TIRE CENTER / TDS 9,103.56 GOBINS, INC 73.72 GOVPRO CONSULTING 4,850.00 GREAT AMERICA FINANCIAL 486.62 GUNBARREL STATION, INC 35.00 HAYNIE'S INC. 846.36 IHS PHARMACY 36.16 INDUSTRIAL & FARM SUPPLY 57.47 INLAND TRUCK PARTS & SERVICE 99.40 J D POWER 240.00 J. & J. RENTAL CENTERS, LLC 740.16 JADE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 47.77 JAMES CLARE 52.25 JASON MIKELJACK 8.55 JEAN BORREGO 5,714.94 JUAN MARAVILLA 54.00 KEN'S SERVICE CENTER 93.14 LAURIE MAXFIELD 400.00 LAWSON PRODUCT INC 176.00 LEDS, LLC 1,520.00 LENCO WEST, INC 298.64 LEROY A ROMERO 150.00 LOWE'S PAY AND SAVE, INC 58.03 MADDOX COLLECTIONS 99.90 MARK MUELLER 56.30 MASTER PRINT & WEB DESIGN, INC 3,355.40 McKESSON MEDICAL- 308.54 MDS WASTE & RECYCLE, INC 1,810.00 MIKE SCHAEFER 56.30 MILES PARTNERSHIP, LLLP 7,471.50 MONTE VISTA AMBULANCE 900.00 MONTE VISTA COOPERATIVE 2,266.13 MONTE VISTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 1,000.00 MYERS BROTHERS TRUCK AND TRACTOR, INC 510.72 NOTES & NUMBERS, LLC. 500.00 O & V PRINTING, INC 136.00 PRO COM, LLC 74.00 QUILL.COM 208.39 REBECCA KOLB 53.42 RIO GRANDE COUNTY 28,620.88 RIO GRANDE COUNTY PUBLIC 948.76 RIO GRANDE HOSPITAL 9,675.00 8

ROBERT ERICKSON 550.00 ROCK WATER MANAGEMENT, LLC 5,400.00 ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIRE AND SECURITY, LLC 896.50 RUSSELL SURVEYORS & ASSOCIATES, INC. 900.00 S & S DISTRIBUTION, INC 181.40 SAGUACHE COUNTY JAIL 3,285.00 SAGUACHE NORTHERN COUNTY AMBULANCE 928.90 SARAH HERRERA 83.70 SIMPLE DISTRIBUTORS LLC 1,246.00 SLV AUTO REPAIR, LLC 1,950.84 SLV PARTS, INC 171.53 SLV REC 958.00 SOLAR TRAFFIC SYSTEM, INC 332.00 SOUTH CENTRAL COLORADO 10,000.00 SOUTH FORK FIRE PROTECTION DIST 658.18 SOUTH FORK PROPANE, LTD. CO. 664.00 STATE OF COLORADO 114.38 SUMMIT MARKET 637.54 THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR 904.94 TOM HAEFELI 66.20 TORRES PLUMBING & HEATING, LLC 503.50 TOTAL OFFICE SOLUTIONS 401.23 TOWN OF CENTER 26,508.68 TOWN OF DEL NORTE 16,254.72 TOWN OF SOUTH FORK 17,785.43 VALLEY LUMBER AND SUPPLY, INC 229.88 VALLEY-WIDE HEALTH SYSTEM 6,200.00 VAXCARE, INC 93.88 WAGNER EQUIPMENT 4,199.59 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY 1,662.00 WEX BANK 1,867.45 WEX BANK 786.20 WORLD FUEL SERVICES, INC 13,280.34 WSB COMPUTER SERVICES 5,034.67 XCEL ENERGY 1,925.73 XCEL ENERGY 4,518.88 XCEL ENERGY 2,439.20 ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS, INC 158.02 334,019.42

RIO GRANDE COUNTY 2020

ACCOUNTANT $51,850.00 ACCOUNTANT $93,472.00 ACCOUNTANT $93,472.00 ADMIN ASSISTANT/AP CLERK $40,840.00 ADMIN ASSISTANT/AP CLERK AIRPORT MANAGER $12,384.00 APPRAISER $33,030.00 APPRAISER $42,452.00 APPRAISER - 12 $20,080.00 ASSISTANT ROAD SUPERVISOR $61,763.00 BUILDING $68,348.00 BUILDING $30,243.00 CASE AID-LIVING SKILLS $31,200.00 CASE AID-LIVING SKILLS $24,277.00 CASE MANAGER $41,379.00 CASE MANAGER $43,881.00

CASE MANAGER $29,789.00 CASE MANAGER $36,835.00 CASE MANAGER $38,941.00 CASE MANAGER $60,859.00 CASE MANAGER $51,753.00 CASEWORKER $34,769.00 CASEWORKER $40,763.00 CASEWORKER $27,011.00 CASEWORKER $41,352.00 CASEWORKER $29,039.00 CASEWORKER $2,066.00 CASEWORKER $11,560.00 CASEWORKER $5,729.00 CASEWORKER $37,096.00 CASEWORKER $3,224.00 CIVIL PROCESS SERVER CLERK $27,638.00 CLERK $27,539.00 CLERK $30,509.00 CLERK $49,566.00 CLERK $49,323.00 CLERK $30,961.00 CLERK $36,146.00 CLERK $29,684.00 CLERK $29,684.00 CLERK $33,607.00 CLERK $8,159.00 CLERK/TYPIST/SECRETARY $26,695.00 CLERK/TYPIST/SECRETARY $33,599.00 CLERK/TYPIST/SECRETARY CORONER $25,808.00 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $3,126.00 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $25,300.00 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $62,393.00 COVID COORDINATOR $42,374.00 CUSTODIAN - 05 $20,336.00 CUSTODIAN - 05 $26,248.00 CUSTODIAN - 05 $10,429.00 DEPUTY CORONER $10,800.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $14,908.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $43,777.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $38,729.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $51,820.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $21,132.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $34,807.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $39,763.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $37,343.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $48,438.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $7,054.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $8,292.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $45,029.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $43,152.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $16,367.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $10,126.00

DEPUTY OFFICER $940.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $15,097.00 DEPUTY OFFICER $1,402.00 DEPUTY OFFICER DEPUTY TO ELECTED OFFICIAL $35,419.00 DEPUTY TO ELECTED OFFICIAL $47,964.00 DEPUTY TO ELECTED OFFICIAL C $39,367.00 DIRECTOR, SOCIAL SERVICE $92,892.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $39,624.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $33,987.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $16,556.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $33,258.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $1,756.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $8,415.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $49,700.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $20,104.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $38,475.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $36,171.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $29,415.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $45,036.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $29,433.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $7,723.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $37,327.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $5,439.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $17,499.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $41,084.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $43,302.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $39,245.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $36,911.00 DISPATCH/DETENTION OFFICER $5,860.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $58,038.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $49,700.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $49,700.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $58,038.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $58,038.00 ELECTED OFFICIAL $68,914.00 EMERGENCY MANAGER $25,959.00 EMERGENCY MANAGER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $2,520.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $2,520.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $31,441.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $41,822.00

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $39,245.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $59,558.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $49,884.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $56,839.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $36,335.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $40,513.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $55,991.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $36,279.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $36,639.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $36,450.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $55,668.00 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR $53,143.00 FOREMAN - 13 GRANT SUPPORT CLERK $37,730.00 HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR $38,529.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $36,309.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $31,122.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $32,818.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $32,606.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $36,377.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $31,726.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $32,975.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $32,351.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN $27,725.00 INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN INCOME MAINT. TECHICIAN INVESTIGATOR INVESTIGATOR $26,893.00 INVESTIGATOR $41,872.00 JAIL ADMINISTRATOR JAIL COOK $22,444.00 JAIL COOK $36,150.00 JAIL COOK JAIL DOCTOR $10,000.00 JAIL NURSE $73,200.00 LAND USE/BLDG INSP - 16 $51,438.00 LEGAL TECHNICIAN $3,768.00 LEGAL TECHNICIAN $39,215.00 LEGAL TECHNICIAN $38,473.00 LEGAL TECHNICIAN $2,496.00 LEGAL TECHNICIAN $2,496.00 LIEUTENANT $57,107.00 MECHANIC $56,246.00 MUSEUM DIRECTOR $23,478.00 OFFICE ASSISTANT - 05 OFFICE ASSISTANT - 05 OFFICE MANAGER $66,781.00 OFFICE MANAGER $39,080.00 OFFICE MANAGER $40,248.00 OFFICE MANAGER $32,289.00 OFFICEMANAGER PART TIME CASE AIDE PART TIME DEPUTY PART TIME MUSEUM STAFF $8,247.00

PART-TIME BUILDING INSPECTOR $4,646.00 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $6,854.63 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $11,180.00 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $5,167.13 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $3,364.00 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $4,240.00 PC SPRAY OPERATOR $10,581.00 PEST DISTRICT SUPERVISOR $33,717.00 PEST DISTRICT SUPERVISOR $30,419.00 PEST DISTRICT SUPERVISOR $7,943.00 PUBLIC HEALTH DEPUTY DIRECTOR $36,171.00 PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR $29,641.00 PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR $30,865.00 PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR $27,790.00 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE $55,204.00 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE $12,314.00 ROAD AND BRIDGE SUPERVISOR $89,315.00 SHERIFF $77,775.00 UNDERSHERIFF $28,445.00 UNDERSHERIFF Unit Supervisor - 12 UNIT SUPERVISOR - 13 $36,835.00 UNIT SUPERVISOR - 13 $51,090.00 UNIT SUPERVISOR - 13 $62,049.00 UNIT SUPERVISOR - 13 VETERAN OFFICE $15,337.00 VIC. ADVOCATE $34,358.00 WELDER $55,864.00 $5,896,106.76

Actions as the Board of Social Services

At 9:04 AM the Board adjourned to the Board of Social Services.

At 9:23 AM the Board adjourned as the Board of Social Services, and reconvened as the Board of County Commissioners.

County Official and Department Head Reports

At 9:24 AM Armando Ross, Supervisor for Weed and Pest District, was present to give his monthly report. His department attended the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) training class, which he stated was a great class. The shop well was tested and samples were sent in and bacteria was found. The water will need to be purified in order to be GAP compliant to spray near potato fields. The shop pump was pulled and cleaned and the water will be tested again. The new heater is working well and is much more efficient. The final draft of the brochure is complete and a matching grant will help with the cost in getting 400 brochures printed. Most of the HOA’s, including Bear Creek and Willow Creek, and ditch companies want the weed/pest district to come back and spray this year. A two-year contract for $10,500 was signed with the Town of Del Norte. Mr. Ross also plans to introduce himself to Monte Vista’s Police Departments Chief and New Ordinance Officer. The Board considered the request to purchase a new side-by-side for the weed/pest district. Commissioner Glover said that the John Deere side-by-side seems like the best option because they will save less on shipping and the availability for parts and customer service will be an advantage. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to purchase the John Deere side-by-side. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried. The Board also considered the adoption of the Pest and Weed

District practice of private contracting solicitation and work. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to adopt it. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 9:49 AM Jack Rudder, Veteran’s Service Officer, was present via Zoom to give his report. Mr. Rudder stated that there is a need to find Veterans a ride to appointments and also to meet the bus in Alamosa. Cindy Hill, County Clerk, stated that the County has a Ford Tempo available that is not being used that much. She also stated that Dave Scheel, current Deputy Coroner and former County Coroner, might be available to be a driver. He is also a Veteran and former Medic. Ms. Klusmire said that she would check with CTSI to see if he would be covered under insurance. Mr. Rudder stated that there is a need to transport Veterans, but it is not that often.

At 10:00 AM Ms. Hill was present to give a report on the County Clerk’s office. She stated that she did have an employee test positive for COVID-19 last Friday, so her office is trying to quarantine. She also said this is the worst time of the month to be closed. Her office did open the walk-up window and put a notice on Facebook, in Valley Publishing, and put out a Public Service Announcement on KSLV. People can pay registrations online also. She stated that if

another employee comes up positive the whole office will have to shut down. This will be the busiest time of the month because property taxes will be due Friday and people will be getting paid.

At 10:02 AM Sheriff Don McDonald was present to give his report. He brought in three homemade weapons that were found in the jail. He stated that at around 8 AM that morning they brought in dogs and were doing a “shake-down” of the jail. They do that as often as they think they need to. When weapons like these are found, he said it is a chargeable offense. Sheriff McDonald stated that he has two patrol deputies that are under quarantine. He also said that his office is doing research and statistics on the calls that have come in, in the last three years. Home calls/crimes are up because more people are at home. He also stated that scams are up and recently there was an unemployment scam happening. Sheriff McDonald stated that it is hard to hire people. His office is operating only at 50 percent capacity. He also verified that the new heater has been shipped. Four out of the six new vehicles are in Denver and they are getting them ready. He still has four inmates in Saguache County. The C-pod in the jail still hasn’t got above 60 degrees so they have been using that area for training exercises. The Commissioners will take a walk through of the jail soon. Sheriff McDonald also stated that he is still trying to hire another full time cook.

General Business

At 10:14 AM the Board considered the adoption of resolution No. 2021-08, a resolution executing a revised contract with CTSI CRA and making changes to the employee retirement plan as stated in the Employee Handbook. Ms. Egbert stated the reflection of the cost is stated in the agenda packet that the Board asked for. Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to approve the adoption of resolution No. 2021-08. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion and the motion carried.

At 10:15 AM the Board discussed keeping track of resolutions. Ms. Egbert stated the importance of keeping track of resolutions so that none of them get lost and so they are easy to find. Ms. Lake stated the importance of keeping track of the resolutions that are passed, but also the resolutions that were not approved.

At 10:22 AM the Board considered adopting the resolution adopting the attached advisory board member selection and appointment policy. Ms. Egbert stated that this proposed policy addresses how vacancies and term expirations are tracked and managed, the recruitment process, the application process and the selection process. She also stated that this resolution will state whether a board has a liaison, voting member, nonvoting member, or seated member. Ms. Egbert also stated that the Board cannot control other boards, but we can control how the County appoints someone to a board. In conclusion, the benefit for having this resolution in place is that the advisory Board members should include a diversity of the County’s population, and appropriate skills/experience relative to the purpose of the advisory board. Making appointments without a broad recruitment process results in a board that is not able to fully consider all potential aspects of the issue and become too narrowly focused. This resolution was discussed and Commissioner Noffsker made the motion to review this resolution, and then vote on it at the next Board meeting on March 17th, 2021. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 10:49 AM an adoption of county vision, mission, values, and goals was discussed. Ms. Klusmire put together a first draft of the County’s vision, goals, mission, and values that were discussed at the goal setting workshop in February. Ms. Klusmire sent this to the management team and did not get any feedback so she is assuming they are good with the draft. Ms. Klusmire stated that goal 8 was met because Ms. Hill brought Conservation maps in earlier in the day. She also stated that this is not a strategic plan. The strategic plan will be done later. This is the overall goals and vision for the County. Ms. Lake stated that this will eventually be available for the public and on the website so the goals should reflect their constituency. Commissioner Noffsker stated concerns on whether it was specific goals or just a “feel good” document. Ms. Klusmire stated that it can always be changed or added to, and that this is a development strategy to refer to throughout the year to see how the County is doing on reaching their goals. Commissioner Deacon stated that the County needs direction and a starting point, it can always be changed. Commissioner Noffsker stated that he was not prepared to approve this. Ms. Lake made the suggestion to revisit it on March 17, 2021.

The approval of grading the taxiway for unleased lots at the Airport was cancelled.

At 11:09 AM Ms. Klusmire introduced Amanda Klapperich-Dean to the Board. She is a candidate for Financial Manager.

At 11:19 AM the Board recessed for a short break.

Commissioners and Administrator Updates

At 11:26 AM Ms. Klusmire presented her administrator updates. She is researching how to get the Airport FAA certified, but she is concerned that it might cost too much money. Ms. Klusmire talked to Cora Lee McCallister that morning and her intentions are to stay. Ms. Klusmire plans to meet with her and update the agreement. Ms. Lake stated that the hangar has a separate lease, there is not a written agreement on the lease, there is no explanation on water and utilities, and nothing documented on how she would leave/move. Ms. Klusmire stated that there is an advantage to having someone live there and keep an eye on the airport.

Ms. Klusmire is working with Ms. Kern on a CDBG grant (HUD) that might help with the cost of expanding the Department of Social Services entry way and waiting room. Ms. Klusmire stated that the REDI (Rural Economic Development Initiative) grants are due March 15th, 2021, and that she is meeting with URGED on Monday to make sure they will not be duplicating funding. She also said that they are interviewing for the part time administrator support clerk. Ms. Klusmire was thankful for the map Ms. Hill printed so quickly, and stated that her office has been very helpful sending people over to help.

Commissioner Glover stated that he will talk to Cory Off and Steve Keller so a time can be set to discuss the County’s water issues. Ms. Lake said she would like to be present for it also. Mr. Glover also stated that there will be some Tourism Board money that will be distributed out to the towns.

Commissioner Deacon said that he talked to SLV TV and they will be meeting together in the near future.

The work session scheduled for Rio Grande County water discussion was cancelled.

At 11:50 AM Commissioner Noffsker made a motion to adjourn the regular session for executive session, according to 24-6-402(4)(f) personnel matters-personnel issues, executive session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4)(b) for the purpose of receiving legal advice, and executive session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4)(f) personnel matters - organization chart. Commissioner Deacon seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

At 3:19 PM the BOCC exited executive session.

At 3:20 PM the BOCC meeting adjourned with no public action.

Attest:

______Gene Glover Aubrey Pargin Chairman of the Board Clerk of the Board