MacKenzie Lowe

The work session included an update on victim advocacy and the victim's journey through the criminal justice system within Larimer County. The presentation covered the results of a recent warrant clearance event, the role of community resource fairs, and the impact of the workender program on community service projects. Additionally, the Board discussed the victim's rights amendment, the responsibilities of various agencies in supporting victims of crime, and the process of providing victim-witness services.

The Board of County Commissioners meeting included an upcoming schedule review for the month of June and an overview of several consent agenda items. Key discussion topics included multiple contract amendments with the Department of Human Services for substance abuse, mental health, and crisis intervention services. Appointments were made to the flood review board, board of health, and the board of adjustment. Additionally, the Board discussed a deed of dedication for road improvements, a liquor license for a trail run event, and resolutions regarding property disconnection from the Town of Timnath and the waiving of annexation impact report requirements for the Beefest farm annexation. The meeting concluded with a discussion on an upcoming proclamation to recognize June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

The board discussed the upcoming administrative schedule for late May, including holiday closures, various committee meetings, and community events. Consent agenda items approved included a contract amendment, appointments to the workforce development board, a private donation acceptance for open space habitat, and a new liquor license issuance. Additional discussions covered the commissioner's activity reports regarding regional emergency service initiatives, wildfire education, mental health events, and board participation in community cultural celebrations.

The Planning Commission conducted a meeting featuring a consent agenda item regarding the Harder Short-Term Rental Special Review. Additionally, staff reported the cancellation of the upcoming work session in June.

The board conducted a work session regarding emerging issues analysis and preliminary 2027 budget targets. Key discussion topics included a review of year-to-date revenue and expense performance, the results of an emerging issues survey covering topics such as Medicaid billing changes, legislative impacts, rising costs, and state and federal funding volatility. The session also outlined the upcoming budget process timeline, the implementation of zero-based budgeting for select departments to increase efficiency, and the fiscal assumptions used for budget projections.