Elizabeth Austin

The meeting included discussions on a request to approve the construction of a bench at the skatepark in honor of a student who committed suicide, with the possibility of using donated skateboards for its construction. There were also discussions regarding the skate park ceiling, finishing the concrete panel, pool repairs and maintenance. The town administrator provided a report, and the council discussed a contract for special water council services, focusing on researching and confirming an 1896 storage decree for the Hillsborough reservoir. A contract with A1 Chip Seal for street improvements was also discussed.

The Milliken Board of Trustees convened to discuss several key items. The agenda included discussion and approval regarding an oil and gas lease for the Martin property, as well as consideration of a collaborative agreement related to the distribution of funds from the CARES Act. The board also discussed and approved a fireworks display permit for the annual Beef & Bean Day event. Additionally, they discussed and selected a personnel investigator to conduct an investigation, and considered the temporary designation of an individual to fulfill the duties of Town Administrator.

The Milliken Board of Trustees held a regular meeting to discuss several key issues. The agenda included a follow-up on speeding issues in town. The Town Administrator provided a report, highlighting improvements to County Road 46 and the conversion of an old tandem truck into a water truck. An intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Greeley was discussed, which, if approved, would lower water rates for Milliken residents. The board also discussed scheduling a broadband discussion with other towns to explore options for improving internet service. The meeting also involved discussions and potential revisions to an intergovernmental agreement between the town and the Weld RE5J School District concerning annexations and school site dedication.

The board meeting involved discussions and decisions on several key items. These included revisions to the agenda, approval of minutes from a previous meeting, and considerations for a lease agreement. The board also discussed and approved a professional service agreement with Employer Solutions Group to revise personnel policies and procedures. Additionally, there was consideration and approval of an agreement with Connecting Point for an IT audit review and a resolution documenting the determination for a professional service agreement with Stewart Environmental Consultants. Lastly, the board discussed and approved the renewal of a contract with Pro Code Incorporated for building department services.

The board meeting included discussions on renewing accounting software, introducing a new planner, and a highway 60 signal agreement. A key topic was the potential continuation of a half-percent sales tax to fund future signal lights and other projects, following the payoff of revenue bonds issued in 2004 for a signal light at 2:57 and Highway 6. The board also considered placing a permanent mail box property for elections and publishing ordinances by title only on the website to reduce costs. Additionally, there were discussions and authorizations related to survey and design work for a signal installation at Allison 60.