Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation:  Reverend Preston Gordon - All Saints Anglican Church

Roll Call:

Scott Mijares, District 1
Sue Hansen, District 2
Sean Pond, District 3

Public Comment Period:

This is the time for members of the public to present issues of concern or interest to the Board.  All issues requiring further research will be forwarded to the appropriate staff for response at a later time.  Each speaker will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes, and the format shall be limited to presentation only.  The Board will not engage with any speaker during this Public Comment period. Personal attacks and disagreements, personnel and employment matters, the use of profanity or ethnic, racial or gender-oriented slurs are prohibited, as is any "disorderly conduct" which violates State or Local law and shall not be permitted. If an individual disregards these rules, they will be asked to leave the Commissioner's Meeting Room.

Minutes

Consideration and possible approval of minutes from March 18, 2025 Special Meeting 2 Board of County Commissioner Meeting

Airport

Consideration and possible authorization of the Chair's signature on Change Order No. 1 for the Construction of the West Entry Road, this is in reference to the Federal Grant AIP Project No. 3-08-0043-064-2024.  This includes Federal items for all costs described in the Change Order No 1. Total cost is -$62,108.53; changing the total cost of work described from $617,100.18 to $679,208.71.

Airport

Consideration and possible authorization of the Chair's signature on the Agreement for the Montrose Regional Airport Restaurant Concessionaire Lease Agreement between Montrose County and Horsefly Brewing Company, LLC.  The lease is for a 5 year period beginning June 20, 2025. This represents an annual revenue of $74,000 plus 15% of all gross sales, as reviewed by Counsel.

Board of County Commissioners

Consideration and possible approval of the Board's signature on a letter of support for the Westside Intra-System Storage Project on behalf of the Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association.

Clerk & Recorder Office

Consideration and possible approval of the Chair's signature on an Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. as reviewed and approved by the Clerk's Office, County Counsel and County IT Department.  This Agreement is the 2nd phase of the County's Recording Software Program conversation using the previously BOCC approved Electronic Recording Technology Board Grant.

County Management

Consideration and possible authorization on a short term lease of the Shavano Gateway Recreation Area to the Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association, Inc. as reviewed by Counsel.  This lease would be valid from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on May 17, 2025.

County Management

Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution Number ___-2025 and approval of the Chair's signature on an application for Land for Recreation and Public Purposes (R&PP) Lease with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for the Shavano Gateway Recreation Area to extend the current lease set to expire October of 2025.

Facilities

Consideration and possible authorization of the Chair's signature on a Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA) Right-of-Way and Access Easement, located at JUSTICE CENTER SUBD Lot: A S: 28 T: 49 R: 9, as reviewed by Counsel. 

Facilities

Consideration of acceptance and close-out of the Jail Addition/Renovation Project, contract #2023-203. The Jail Addition/Renovation Project was awarded to FCI Constructors, Inc. of Grand Junction, CO on December 20, 2023. Notice of final payment has been published pursuant to statute and no claims have been made. Upon acceptance of the project, retainage in the amount of $407,086.20 will be released to FCI Constructors, Inc. on Friday, April 18, 2025.

Historic Landmark Advisory Board, Kent Kinsey, Chair

Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution Number ___-2025 designating that the Uravan Ballpark, also known as 22355 Hwy 141, Naturita, Colorado, shall be and hereby is designated a landmark of local historic significance in Montrose County, Colorado.

Montrose County Housing Authority, Don Varey, Member

Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution Number ___-2025 regarding the Composition and Quantity of Housing Authority Commissioners.

Public Works

Consideration and possible approval to change the Owner's Representative for Montrose County on contract #2025-039 with Rocky Mountain Aggregate & Construction for the Montrose County 2025 Kinikin Road Project to Alan Boyles. 

Public Works

Consideration and possible approval to change the Owner's Representative for Montrose County on contract #2025-025 with Earthworx Excavation LLC for the Montrose County Kinikin Road Project No. R2416 to Alan Boyles.

Veteran Services

Consideration and possible approval of the Chair's signature on the monthly report for the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs.

Public Hearing, City of Montrose Clerk's Office, Lisa DelPiccolo, City Clerk

Consideration and possible action for the Chair’s signature for the renewal of the Lodging & Entertainment Liquor license for Montrose County Event Center, 1036 N. 7th Street, Montrose, CO 81401, by La Familia Gardens LLC, license #03-18345. All appropriate documents, reviews, inspection, background check and fees have been submitted pursuant to CRS 44-3-302. No concerns were reported by the Sheriff’s Office or the Planning Department.

Board of County Commissioners, Commissioner Sean Pond, District 3

Consideration and possible approval of the Board's signature on a letter of support to President Trump regarding unconstitutional legislation in Colorado. 

Public Works, Rick Emerson, Fleet Manager

Consideration and possible action for the purchase of (1) 2025 Ford Expedition 4WD from Larry H Miller of Lakewood CO, having been awarded the state bid contract #193820 in the total amount amount of $57,505.00. This vehicle will be for the Sheriff's Dept. (Jail Transport) and will replace a Dodge Caravan that is front wheel drive only and 8 years old. Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued to Larry H. Miller in the amount of $57,505.00

Public Works, Brandon Wallace, Interim Public Works Director

Consideration and possible action on purchase of (2) 2026 Dragon 130 BBL None Code Water Vac Tank, Air Ride, Catwalk with Drop Bar, from Utility Trailer Sales of Colorado, LLC of Henderson, Colorado in the total amount of $157,800.00. This vehicle will be for the West End Road & Bridge, and it represents a budgeted expense. Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued to Utility Trailer Sales in the amount of $157,800.00 as reviewed by Counsel.

Public Works, Brandon Wallace, Interim Public Works Director

Consideration and possible action on purchase of (2) 2026 Dragon 130 BBL None Code Water Vac Tank, Air Ride, Catwalk with no Drop Bar, from Utility Trailer Sales of Colorado, LLC of Henderson, Colorado in the total amount of $151,800.00. This vehicle will be for the East End Road & Bridge, and it represents a budgeted expense. Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued to Utility Trailer Sales in the amount of $151,800.00 as reviewed by Counsel.

Public Works, Brandon Wallace, Interim Public Works Director

Consideration and possible action on purchase of (1) 2026 Trail King Hydraulic Detachable Gooseneck Trailer, from Transwest Truck Trailer RV of Grand Junction, Colorado in the total amount of $101,432.00. This vehicle will be for the East End Road & Bridge, and it represents a budgeted expense. Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued to Utility Trailer Sales in the amount of $101,432.00 as reviewed by Counsel.

Public Works, Brandon Wallace, Interim Public Works Director

Consideration and possible action on purchase of (1) 2026 Trail King Hydraulic Sliding Axle Trailer, from Transwest Truck Trailer RV of Grand Junction, Colorado in the total amount of $124,044.00. This vehicle will be for the East End Road & Bridge, and it represents a budgeted expense. Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued to Utility Trailer Sales in the amount of $124,044.00 as reviewed by Counsel.

PUBLIC HEARING, Planning & Development, Tallmadge Richmond, Planning & Development Director, Subject: Ranger Ranchettes Special Use [SU24-005]. Proposal: To allow construction of personal hangars and/or hangar homes as well as ensuring continued access to and use of the existing historic airstrip. Applicant: Dan Penasa, 18275 6300 Road, Montrose, CO, 81403. Location: Parcels 399318206001, 399318207001, 399318207002, and 399318207003 Zoning: General Agricultural

Consideration and possible approval of the Ranger Ranchettes Special Use Permit (SU24-005) based on the findings of fact and subject to the conditions of approval listed in paragraph 7 of the staff report.

PUBLIC HEARING, Planning & Development, Tallmadge Richmond, Planning & Development Director, Subject: Cervantes Rezone [RZ24-004]. Proposal: Rezone from General Agricultural (A) to General Commercial (C). Applicant: Gerardo A Cervantes, 15740 6282 Rd, Montrose, CO, 81403. Location: Parcel 399309400031, Zoning: General Agricultural

Consideration and possible approval of the Cervantes Rezone from General Agricultural (A) to General Commercial (C) based on the following findings of fact:

Planning & Development, Kim Ficco, Planner, Subject: Coal Creek Estates II Preliminary Plan [MA25-002]. Proposal: To divide 6.0 acres into 4 lots. Applicant: Del-Mont Consultant’s Inc., 125 Colorado Ave, Montrose, CO, 81401. Location: Parcel 376504205003 and 376504205004, Zoning: General Agricultural

Consideration and possible approval of the Coal Creek Estates II Preliminary Plan based on the findings of fact:

Planning & Development, Kim Ficco, Planner, Subject: Kishiyama Minor Subdivision [MI25-002]. Proposal: To divide 35 acres into 3 lots. Applicant: Del-Mont Consultant’s Inc., 125 Colorado Ave, Montrose, CO, 81401. Location: Parcel 376928300075, Zoning: General Agricultural

Consideration and possible approval of the Kishiyama Minor Subdivision based on the findings of fact listed in paragraph 3 of staff report.