A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Green Mountain Water and Sanitation District, (the “District”) was held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

The recording of this meeting is available on the District’s website.

• Attendance: A regular meeting of the District was scheduled in compliance with the laws of the State of Colorado, with the following directors in attendance:
  • Karen Morgan, President
  • Dave Wiechman, Vice President
  • Roger Wendell, Treasurer
  • Randy Little, Secretary
  • Arthur Martinez, Director
• Also present were:
  • Dylan Woods, Title 32 Attorney
  • John D. Coaty, Attorney
  • Josh Stanley, District Manager, GMWSD
  • Sam R. McKay, GMWSD
  • Doug Pavlich, GMWSD
  • Ludmila
  • Dave Garner
  • Other Guests

• Call to Order / Declaration of Quorum:
  • Noting a quorum of the Board, Director Morgan called to order the Regular Meeting of the Board of the Green Mountain Water and Sanitation District at 6:30 p.m.

• Directors & Disclosure Matters:
  • None.

• Approval of/Deletions from the Agenda:
  • No changes were made to the agenda. Director Little discussed the agenda creation process. Director Morgan tabled the conversation.
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• Public Comment:
  • Members of the public members of the public wishing to address the board during the public comment period are asked to indicate the agenda item number or public comment period next to their name on the sign-in sheet. Members of the public will then be recognized by the Board as each agenda item is undertaken.
  • Ludmila: Greeted the Board and expressed gratitude to the Board for attending during the weather. (2:40)
  • Ludmila: Commented on her gas fireplace, her cat, and a desire for a wood burning fireplace. She expressed excitement for potential new lobbyists and representatives regarding State legislation. She hoped that other water districts would join the District in lobbying the State. She expressed concern regarding working with Denver Water and for the need for all available water. (4:00)

• Approval of Minutes:
  • January 14th, 2025, Meeting Minutes
    • Director Martinez MOVED to accept the January 14th, meeting minutes. Director Little seconded, following discussion and upon vote the motion PASSED unanimously. (7:25)
• Financial Matters:
  • Daily/Monthly Operation Expenses & Capital Expenditures /  Unaudited Financial & Investment Report
    • Director Wendell noted ADA compliance complications for the reason that financial information was not on the website, and he offered that anyone seeking financial documents to reach to him or the District’s office. (8:09)
    • Director Wendell noted the HRA Health Reimbursement and that the District has an auxiliary policy to help employees. The Board discussed the out-of-pocket expenses related to the policy and refunding frequency of the fund with Mr. Stanley. (8:53)
    • Director Wendell noted the cost to rent welding tanks. He provided that it was cheaper for the District to rent the tanks in comparison to the cost of owning and maintaining welding tanks. (15:58)
    • Director Wendell noted the cost of the audio-visual equipment and software used for recording and providing an online presence for the District meetings. (16:30)
    • Director Wendell noted the purchase of a new skid steer, and he reported that the District was in good health financially. (17:03)
    • Director Wiechman MOVED to accept the Daily/Monthly Operation Expenses & Capital Expenditures and the Unaudited Financial & Investment Report. Director Little seconded the Motion. The Motion passed by unanimous consent. (17:38)

• District Reports
  •  Maintenance Report
    • Mr. Stanley presented that there were a couple of mainline water breaks and preparations for summer. The Board discussed the breaks, causes, and preventative measures with Roger. He provided that the pink station was online, that unused equipment was sent for auction, that the emergency pump was delivered, and that designs for a tie in was being worked. (19:53) Mr. Stanley presented development reviews regarding waterline installation, sewer monitoring, and deployment. (26:45) Mr. Stanley updated the Board on the 2024 & 2025 IRPs. (33:49)
  • District Engineering Report
    • None.

• Director’s Matters:
  • Discuss and Vote to Approve Lobbyist
    • The Board discussed information regarding legislation and the lobbyist. Director Morgan presented recent past activity regarding the search for and the need for a new lobbyist. The Board discussed the options available and if other districts were interested in joining with the lobbying. (42:27) Following discussion and consideration, Director Wiechman MOVED to accept the contract with Pitino, Weaver, Heidi, & Morgan for lobbying services. Director Martinez seconded the Motion. The Motion passed by unanimous consent. (56:27)
  • Notice of Award to be Signed for Sewer IRP
    • Following discussion, Director Wendell MOVED to issue the notice of award to Inliner Solutions for the 2025 IRP. Director Wiechman seconded the Motion. The Motion passed by unanimous consent. (41:02)
  • Development Options for the Bend
    • None.

• Legal Matters:
  • Federal Center
    • Mr. Woods presented communications from the Developer regarding a potential agreement. Mr. Woods discussed potential entity organization, entity details, intergovernmental relationship possibilities, and service options with the Board. (57:15)
    • Following discussion, Director Wiechman MOVED to table making all decisions regarding the Federal Center until a later meeting. Director Martinez seconded the Motion. The Motion passed by a majority vote with Director Morgan and Director Wendell in opposition. (1:23:47)
  • Ravine Bridge
    • Mr. Woods presented information regarding reviews of the contracts and agreements related to the Ravine Bridge with the Board. (1:25:29)
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• Executive Session:
  • At 8:02 p.m., Director Morgan MOVED to go into Executive Session. Director Little seconded the Motion. The Motion passed by unanimous consent. (1:30:41)
  • The Executive Session held pursuant to 24-6-402(4)(b) and/or 24-6-402(4)(e) for the purpose of legal advice regarding the Ravine Bridge.
  • The Board concluded the Executive Session at 8:25 p.m.(1:31:20)

• Legal Matters:
  • No action was taken.

• Other Matters:
  • The Board discussed the process of putting items on the agenda. (1:33:40)

• Adjourn:
  • The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. (1:36:50)

This document was signed by Secretary Randy Little at the April 8th regular meeting, to view the signed document, please contact the district.