Shane Birdsey

The board discussed and took action regarding a funding request from the SLVCOG for a Regional GIS Program, specifically addressing general support and gap funding for staff salary within 2026 budget constraints. Additionally, an update was provided on the floor plan and usage for the proposed EOC and Wellness Center building.

The meeting agenda includes departmental reports from Road and Bridge, the Sheriff, the Emergency Manager, and the Silverthread Public Health District. Key discussion items include AD and D insurance for volunteers, delinquent possessory interest, a bill from Russell Surveyors, and accounts payable and payroll approval. Administrative actions include a professional services agreement with Dibble and Associates Consulting Engineers, authorization of a county debit card, board appointments, a new supplemental benefit program, and a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

The meeting included reports from the County Emergency Manager regarding search and rescue training and building project proposals, and from the County Sheriff covering training updates, ambulance board equipment, and grant activities. The County Administrator provided updates on various infrastructure projects including airport runway design, landfill compliance, and emergency generator needs for the clinic and ambulance barn. Additionally, the Commissioners discussed legislative committee activities, town management legislation, and operational matters such as mining claims, local ordinance reviews, and senior program management. A letter of support was approved for PILT legislation.

The board discussed several items, including public concerns regarding trash at Wason Ranch, road maintenance reports, and an update on the sheriff's department activities. The meeting covered the emergency manager's report, health district updates, and delinquent possessory interest discussions. Further actions included directing a title search for the New York Mining Claim, approving payroll and accounts payable, executing a professional services agreement for airport runway work, and appointing a representative to the Rio Grande Roundtable. Additionally, the board issued proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and reviewed updates regarding airport projects, landfill trenching, and local housing and flood plain initiatives.

The board received reports from various departments, including road and bridge maintenance updates, sheriff department activities, emergency management and wildfire resiliency initiatives, and health district updates. Discussions also addressed funding for the Colorado State University Extension, the approval of payroll and accounts payable, the renewal of a liquor license, and an update on county infrastructure projects including airport and landfill developments. The board also reviewed legislative matters and received a report from the county attorney.