Seth Foster

The board reviewed the November financials, leading to a discussion about changing the QuickBooks reporting format and the necessity of a budget amendment for 2025 funds. The board unanimously approved the November financials and the minutes from the November meeting. Key focus areas for the 2026 Proposed Budget included addressing a temporary mill levy reduction required by Colorado Statutes, setting an emergency reserve amount, and planning for a three-year budget comparison. The 2026 Budget and associated documents were unanimously approved. Additionally, the board unanimously approved retaining Jamie Matthews to perform the upcoming 2025 audit. The manager reported on ongoing discussions with a civil engineer regarding asphalt and drainage repairs. Further discussion covered the sale of old property and setting the date for the January board meeting.

The board reviewed the October financials with the accountant and approved them unanimously. The manager discussed drainage repair on the driveway and the potential of the new property. The board discussed the pros and cons of selling or leasing the old property, and a motion was passed to put the property on the market to get bids, establishing terms of the sale and setting a bid deadline before the January meeting. The manager's report was included in the meeting discussions.

The board discussed the progress of the 6525 CR 250 property, including contact with an architect and civil engineer for site and building plans. The 2023 Proposed Budget was reviewed and approved along with budget resolutions. Health, vision, and dental quotes were examined, and coverage for an employee was approved pending tax credit clarification. The board agreed to retain an architect and civil engineer for the 6525 CR 250 project. The meaning of a tax credit on health insurance was explained.

The board discussed the progress of the new building and property, including asphalt installation and fire suppression system completion. There were discussions regarding communication issues with Crystal related to printing checks and financials. The board reviewed and approved the October 2024 financials. The engagement letter from MBE-CPA's was reviewed, and the manager reported on the end of the season, re-hiring of a previous employee, and hiring needs for the next season. Additional topics included fence installation, disposal of oil/gas/coolant/pesticide material barrels, dirt-work completion, asphalt installation, delivery of the vehicle lift, and ordering of the mosquito vector test system.

The meeting included discussion regarding the property located at 870 County Road 252. The manager will provide more detailed information on both the new and old properties at the next meeting.