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Architects showed material palettes including a darker onyx/charcoal pre‑engineered metal for the apparatus bay, lighter siding options for the administrative/living quarters, and an accent blue that had been proposed for roofing and canopy elements. Commissioners and staff discussed whether a blue roof would be appropriate for the site and whether the Design Review Board (DRB) or municipal design review would approve bright roof colors in that location.

The proposed site plan includes a secured fenced area and gates behind the apparatus bay for crew parking and a small personnel patio; the DRB and nearby property owners raised questions about fence style and height. Commissioners heard legal and DRB review would be required and noted options between higher‑security fencing and lower‑profile tie‑rails or buck‑rail styles for screening.

Because color and final exterior details are design items that will be reviewed by the DRB, the commissioners directed county staff — including the assistant county manager and project manager — to finalize the color palette, signage placement and fence approach and to seek DRB approval as required. The direction included a contingency that staff bring back any items that the DRB requires to be decided by the board. Commissioners noted they would not be the final signatory for minor aesthetic choices and preferred staff handle vendor/architect coordination.

Why it matters: Final color, signage and fence decisions affect the building’s integration with nearby healthcare facilities and the character of the area; early DRB engagement reduces the risk of rework and delay.

What’s next: Project staff will submit final exterior colors and fence plans to the DRB, coordinate signage placement (including soffit lighting or other low‑cost illumination options), and proceed with permitting once DRB comments and county legal reviews are addressed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Grand County Board of County Commissioners Meeting \t\tApr 1, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Design renderings and material/color options for the new EMS Station No. 1 in Granby were shown to commissioners on April 1. Commissioners asked staff to finalize choices and approved delegating the final color and minor exterior details to county staff contingent on Design Review Board (DRB) approval.","taxTitle","Grand County, Colorado","taxId",27343,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6074545,"Grand County Library District reports $7.1 million in fund balance, advances Kremmling library planning",1672,16368000,18040000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033&start=16368&end=18040","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033/thumbnail_16368000.jpg","/articles/6074545/Grand-County/Colorado/Grand-County-Library-District-reports-71-million-in-fund-balance-advances-Kremmling-library-planning","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6074545-fa23ee5de9cb8b4d34ccffddc8ff0867/orig.mp4?Expires=1771127206&Signature=Km2~TKUVktE2rTA4UYsgXifDDl2EB5pEJXoZ-Tx1zMhgUgI7FgPpjXQzxokPLXz5TsUYp7TaMAmpdvEqosmQz14CIaB4ZDCW-uxgW3vBjuqNheiCGfM1GOliC8ZQO0ohDcO~lQQgYWECLCF4igYXgswtedjPWvODxVfPn2DSGJZfcb9QI2Cotnf3-FCpU0CB4UTpJ~bLMivugYO212Mlc~Rbayg3n3oeIhFrpe6sf~rtR3KGRNm1Gb8xoQQBqxf-lOZwnSPtxRx5nTI9tB0J1zYsU~F6a6PCXHK2EF8KNoJQgiFh11UL5z0~-QclGFCOswjbpisSO-ZGL-xHyK6Xnw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grand County Library District presented its 2024 annual report to the Board of County Commissioners on April 1, reporting a year‑end fund balance of roughly $7.1 million and steady operations for 2025 while continuing planning for a new Kremmling library.

Tara Thompson, the district’s finance director, said the district collected about $5.7 million in revenue in 2024 (including roughly $74,000 in donations) and ended the year with net contributions to reserves; district operating expenses run at about $3.2 million annually. Thompson said those reserves are being held intentionally while the district seeks a site and funding approach for a proposed replacement Kremmling facility.

District staff listed 2024 capital work across branches: Frasier (furnaces, an amphitheater and site repairs), Granby (landscaping, heat pumps and a roof over the dumpster), Hot Sulphur Springs (replacement windows) and Juniper (log maintenance). The district also purchased a van for facilities use during the year.

Talia Gray and other program staff recapped expanded programming and outreach: about 1,500 on‑site programs in 2024 with over 15,000 program attendees, increased digital‑resource uptake (e‑books and streaming), and steady early‑literacy services. The district reported 10,500 registered borrowers and more than 10,000 annual outreach contacts.

On the Kremmling library project, staff said an initial project plan completed in May 2024 estimated a building in the 6,000–8,000 square‑foot range and a construction cost in the $6 million to $8 million range; the board has earmarked $4.5 million in district reserves. Thompson said the district had paused some site work while negotiating land options and would engage a real‑estate agent to re‑energize the site search.

The district also outlined several 2025 initiatives: a facility master plan (consultant work called Rethinking Libraries), a pilot telehealth kit program (state telehealth grant), expanded digital‑resource support (a new 24‑hour digital‑resources associate role), extended access/self‑service access in Hot Sulphur Springs for pre‑approved cardholders, and continued outreach and summer programming.

Why it matters: The district’s reserves, the planned facility master plan and an identified funding window (a temporary mill levy that expires in 2026) make the next 12–24 months pivotal for deciding whether and how to proceed with a new Kremmling library.

What’s next: The district will pursue site negotiations, work with the consultant to complete a facilities master plan, and continue fundraising and grant seeking. Thompson said the district will advise the BOCC as site negotiations progress and will return with project milestones as available.","Library officials told commissioners the district closed 2024 with about $7.1 million in fund balance, completed several capital projects, and is advancing plans for a new Kremmling library; the district is targeting draft project work while a temporary mill levy runs through 2026.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6074552,"Grand County to explore reinstating historic‑preservation designation and 'CLG' status; draft language due this summer",489,9144000,9633000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033&start=9144&end=9633","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033/thumbnail_9144000.jpg","/articles/6074552/Grand-County/Colorado/Grand-County-to-explore-reinstating-historicpreservation-designation-and-CLG-status-draft-language-due-this-summer","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6074552-d8a1938c8f5d17d01cf00bf768c41994/orig.mp4?Expires=1771127206&Signature=JGQe0fJzu4xhhP34V27~eMQ~gWpCSW0mqv68LWc1Ou7RMohKbkrxgpRNFimbndazp6JlNXsszjF6I7TBY9T04DAn849LTXCSPcfXWvtd2uuORPurzSCA9uZaGrmcoR4j-ofwW-SfiSP8xcvj~sYnnXInWFMWBrrT3hXC3A-3hUgQI-yR8mXCjEW02WSzHzk9r0wbemJnBf7XMHUTRm8JPcPZtUnpKd9p2ys-9sPCEPdJ-hPJkl96pqRFbgXIfj8kh1CQHW1bCrf7vpGhOFVngfNm8wPgagL9bdtJPkjYYUz7bMSTO65WPiBszgrX12IqrUaMjhZzveuI2CMjdJBTnQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop with the Grand County Historical Association and local preservation advocates on April 1 to discuss options for local historic‑preservation designation and to explore reinstating certified local government (CLG) status.

Shanna Gann, executive director of the Grand County Historical Association, and Patrick Brower of the Moffat Road Railroad Museum outlined two paths: (1) reinstate a county historic‑preservation commission under CLG rules (which creates formal local designation powers and opens state CLG grants and some tax incentives), or (2) adopt a county‑level landmark ordinance or resolution in which the board itself would hear and decide landmark nominations.

History Colorado staff (Lindsay) told the board that CLG status provides access to CLG grants, State Historical Fund grants for local landmark projects, and expanded state tax‑credit options (35% for eligible projects in rural areas). CLG grants can also be used to support the administration of a local preservation board. A drawback of CLG status is a more formal administrative requirement (regular surveys, enforcement of local preservation laws when adopted) and the need to maintain active program work to retain certification.

Local advocates said many properties across the county — depots, ranch structures, schoolhouses and other sites — could qualify for local designation, and that local designation does not automatically add legal restrictions unless owners accept state funds tied to preservation conditions. Patrick Brower said local landmarking would enable applicants (including nonprofit museums) to apply for state historical fund grants for building restoration.

Commissioners asked for next steps: staff and advocates will update the 2010 resolution language, prepare a model intergovernmental agreement (IGA) to offer to municipalities, and obtain letters of interest or preliminary support from towns. The historical association agreed to re‑engage local champions and to provide potential board member names. The board requested draft resolution language and proposed IGA templates by June so the matter can be considered formally before mid‑summer. A May 12 municipal managers’ meeting was suggested as a venue for advance outreach.

Why it matters: CLG status or a local landmark ordinance would expand opportunities for state grant funding and tax incentives that can offset costs to preserve historic buildings across Grand County. Advocates said local designation especially benefits rural properties that struggle to qualify for national registers.

What’s next: Staff will draft updated resolution language and an IGA template, seek municipal input (targeting managers’ meeting May 12 where feasible), and return to the board with the draft language by June–July.","At a workshop commissioners discussed reinstating a local historic preservation program and exploring certified local government (CLG) status. County staff and local preservation groups will draft updated resolution language and contact municipalities to gauge interest; a target for draft language and municipal outreach was set for June–July.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6074555,"CTSI five‑year loss analysis: county claims trending down but arrest‑related incidents drive high severity",1359,6231000,7590000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033&start=6231&end=7590","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033/thumbnail_6231000.jpg","/articles/6074555/Grand-County/Colorado/CTSI-fiveyear-loss-analysis-county-claims-trending-down-but-arrestrelated-incidents-drive-high-severity","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6074555-776cad75e3fd10990cbe095af601cd0f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771127206&Signature=Fjr4zoWF6RncbERgNJrQB6QfF7PwZioXaJd45vqBAsYVxndgTY704ktoQB-b3Pc6gTL0ZID2ffsruXjpwh~c4dbESpfWOfdsXSRavpp9bGp907TPa4oSyTZO6dB3DOU9s3WvgPRC8PNZeOyHCVZALSNzJycxHzI85RprDCi6tyD6EblpLpj0sHOOM4~01wzelG3F2M53gRZ2nNLWC32Y2TP7V1sPc3JhuU21py42zWpQVGwBpoWyrNRtZh6HfTiKwKG8YQAofa-af1QCkCeOsweIqHm3wUZT8P9NJ5~fEVpiBv7lsyY0Ci4bkWzMw21Ar2OgwBWm7m0ZbbcxbcCT5w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","CTSI senior loss control specialist Dana Foley presented Grand County’s five‑year loss analysis at the April 1 Board of County Commissioners meeting, telling commissioners overall claim frequency is improving while several large liability losses have driven up average severity.

Foley said Grand County received an equity distribution from CTSI for 2024 totaling $153,806 (split across the CWCP and CAP pools and the contributions fund). She described the county’s loss ratios as in the second lowest tier in both pools and said the county could reach a lower tier if 2025 remains favorable.

On the cap (liability) side, the county had 11 claims in 2024 totaling about $191,319. Auto crashes comprised the bulk of that sum; CTSI noted backing collisions historically were a common source of claims and reported a reduction in backing‑related incidents from 17% of auto claims in 2023 to about 7% in 2024 in Grand County. Foley recommended renewed defensive driving training for county drivers every two to three years.

The loss analysis identified two arrest‑related claims in the five‑year period that together accounted for $529,789 and substantially increased the county’s average cost per claim. Foley said those incidents prompted CTSI to recommend stronger interagency planning for multi‑jurisdictional responses and additional peer‑to‑peer de‑escalation training for law‑enforcement staff.

On workers’ compensation, Grand County had 14 claims in 2024 totaling approximately $14,829 in medical and indemnity payments; slips, trips and falls and body‑mechanics (lifting) incidents were the most frequent causes. Foley noted ambulance service workers had higher frequency of claims tied to patient handling and suggested refreshed body‑mechanics and lifting training and consideration of an ambulance driving course required by a forthcoming 2026 statute.

Foley also called attention to fire losses linked to lithium‑ion batteries (example: a courthouse laptop fire) and recommended county shops and facilities review battery charging practices and consider lithium‑ion‑rated fire extinguishers. She told commissioners CTSI can provide training at no charge and encouraged continuing preventive programs and midyear reviews to allow course corrections.

Why it matters: The county’s insurance and budget outlook is sensitive to large liability and catastrophic claims. CTSI’s analysis indicates the county is trending in the right direction on frequency, but a small number of high‑cost claims materially affects premiums and contribution tiers.

What’s next: Foley said CTSI will provide departmental breakouts (including a sheriff‑specific report) and recommended scheduling defensive‑driving and ambulance‑driver training, reviewing battery‑charging practices in county shops, and considering a midyear loss‑data review to adjust training plans.","A CTSI loss‑control specialist told the Board of County Commissioners the county’s five‑year claims picture shows improving workers'‑comp trends but several high‑cost arrest‑related liability claims have driven average claim severity; CTSI recommended driver and EMS trainings and other preventive steps.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6074562,"Commissioners approve landfill grants, hangar lease, sheriff training and other routine contracts",620,85000,705000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033&start=85&end=705","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2983992-ce4ff5ffc8b7d595d403619cdba4e033/thumbnail_85000.jpg","/articles/6074562/Grand-County/Colorado/Commissioners-approve-landfill-grants-hangar-lease-sheriff-training-and-other-routine-contracts","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6074562-fc944166709b164b56aff6cfcf1cd49e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771127206&Signature=DMZdl9uUv3BHX2zJanDw~RY4gknrenRucI59E1LQyko4-x5hIhgWf3UjcSSlMzM7nD-rJup9MnpQGkPnpxjEIS5oANtfMaCR9IumKd72F5LHraagZmnT9bd4B2Ai2XiTkqx-vHqrl~lLRJxg7MVwMf2AIlDySMWCvqV6pcgZQnu7c0ig4saNkWOgOHOQGQHtWq4SjeFjWlNOrZkpFZeoTcO2VmygC6h6kV6J2TfaneKfGIgseezHY-bNGCR2XuXQY0Ao93fQdU0Ylo~lPdPDprkhkK3K5kTPwRcXSjEBd8rkCxgeXW6C5301ElL8w912wxiqDFGQ7CkGbIjNxO4iEQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grand County Board of County Commissioners on April 1 approved a set of routine administrative items including two landfill reimbursement grants from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, a commercial hangar ground lease at Kremmling Airport, a 60‑month copier lease for the sheriff's office, and an out‑of‑state travel request for Sheriff Brett Schrolein.

The board voted to authorize the chair to sign two CDPHE reimbursement grants covering groundwater sampling and analysis for the county landfills: Granby for $22,345.65 and Kremmling for $5,422.25. Road and Bridge staff told the board both grants are reimbursement agreements for the fiscal year 2024–25 work; a larger application for fiscal year 2025–26 was described as substantially larger but not finalized at the meeting.

The board also approved a commercial hangar ground lease at Kremmling Airport between Grand County and OKC Investments LLC and authorized the chair to sign the lease documents. County airports staff explained the lease applies to privately owned hangars and carries a 5¢ per square‑foot commercial fee applied to commercial hangars.

From the sheriff's office, the board approved a 60‑month Xerox copier lease for the sheriff's basement office and authorized the chair to sign related documents; the monthly lease payment cited by staff was $198.34 with usage charges listed in the contract (black‑and‑white and color per‑copy rates were discussed). The board also approved an out‑of‑state travel request for Sheriff Brett Schrolein to attend Advanced EMT clinicals in Las Vegas; staff estimated out‑of‑pocket cost at roughly $1,700.

The board approved an extension of the county’s comprehensive inmate medical coverage (an insurance product presented through CTSI). The contract description presented to commissioners included a per‑inmate deductible of $25,000, a per‑inmate coverage limit of $250,000 and a policy maximum of $1,000,000. The annual premium amount reported in the meeting transcript was not clearly stated and was not specified in the record provided to commissioners at the time of the vote.

Other approvals included maintenance contracts for three new printers (Information Systems), a maintenance/lease agreement for library and office devices, and a liquor license renewal for Tabernash Tavern (Tabernash Food and Beverage Company; owner Albert Sapien) for a hotel/restaurant license including takeout. The board ratified Community Development’s submission of a DOLA Energy Impact Assistance Grant application seeking a 50/50 match (the application requested $75,000 from DOLA to help cover expenses for a scheduled master‑plan update) and authorized Community Development to sign the grant documents if awarded.

Votes were taken by voice on these routine items; the meeting record shows affirmative voice votes but does not include a roll‑call tally for each item. Several approvals authorized the chair to sign documents via DocuSign or otherwise, and staff were tasked to follow up on missing or resubmitted signature packets.

Votes at a glance

- Authorize chair signature: CDPHE landfill reimbursement grant — Granby ($22,345.65) — approved (voice vote; chair authorized to sign via DocuSign).
- Authorize chair signature: CDPHE landfill reimbursement grant — Kremmling ($5,422.25) — approved (voice vote; chair authorized to sign via DocuSign).
- Approve Kremmling Airport long‑term hangar ground lease with OKC Investments LLC — approved (voice vote).
- Approve 60‑month Xerox copier lease for Sheriff’s Office (monthly lease $198.34; copy rates discussed) — approved (voice vote).
- Approve Sheriff Brett Schrolein out‑of‑state travel to Las Vegas for AEMT clinicals (estimated $1,700) — approved (voice vote).
- Approve extension of comprehensive inmate medical coverage (CTSI program; deductible/limits described) — approved (voice vote).
- Approve maintenance contracts for three new printers (Information Systems) — approved (voice vote).
- Approve renewal of Tabernash Tavern liquor license (Tabernash Food and Beverage Company; owner Albert Sapien) — approved (voice vote).
- Ratify Community Development submission of DOLA Energy Impact Assistance Grant (county match anticipated; application requested $75,000) — ratified (voice vote).
- Approve resolution 2025‑4‑2 (see separate article) — approved (voice vote).

Why it matters: These routine administrative approvals clear contracts and grant paperwork so county departments can proceed with scheduled operations — landfill monitoring and remediation work, airport business activity, sheriff office equipment and training, library and printer maintenance, and a continuing effort to update the county master plan if the DOLA award is made.

What’s next: Staff will complete DocuSign/contract signature steps where needed, follow up on missing packet items, and bring any grant award documents or contract exhibits back to the board if required by county procedure.","At their April 1 meeting the Board of County Commissioners approved two landfill reimbursement grants, a hangar ground lease, a sheriff's travel request and several county contracts and renewals. Several approvals were voice votes; some follow-up paperwork and signature steps were delegated to the chair or staff.","actionData","errors"]

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