BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL  REGULAR MEETING Community Center S. 14th St., Room A March 25, 2024 6:30 p.m.  340  GBNDo  SINCE 1888  Live public streaming available at  ntpsy/www.buringtonsoo.comwrualcouncimecting  AGENDA  1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll call Greg Swiatkowski, Mayor Lana Mireles Paul Velasco, Mayor pro tem Review and Approve. Agenda 5. Consent Agenda Items  Hal McNerney Glen Marciniak  Adrian Hernandez Troy Schultz  Emergency matlers coming before Council which may require action may be added to the agenda.  Minutes of Feb. 26 and March 11 meetings 6. Public comment (Comment is limited to. 3 minutes.)  7. Public hearing  A. Burlington Wrestling Association application for special event permit for April 8 basketball fundraiser. Plans are for a dinner, raffle and to watch Division 11 National Championship Basketball game from 5 - 11 p.m. at 1. Consider approval of Application for Special Event Permit for Burlington Wrestling Association April 8  the Burlington Community & Activities Center.  basketball fundraiser.  8. Unfinished business 9. New business  A. Consider approval of! Mayor'ss signature on City of Burlington Agreement to Provide Business Incentives for  LSC Capital LLC for a Ziggi's franchise.  A. Ericka Foos - request to keep a pair of sheep at 3216 Senter Ave. shop for a 4-H project.  1. Consider Resolution 2024-05 - A Resolution Allowing Persons to Keep or Maintain within the Corporate Limits oft the City, Certain Livestock, Kept for Certain Educational Requirements, for a Period not to Exceed Six months, at Location Identified as 3216 Senter Ave., Burlington, B. Approve Mayor'ssignature on Task Order Attachment to Professional Services Agreement between Sponsor  Colorado.  and Engineer. The task is the airport apron reseal project.  10. Reports from city departments Administrator - Jim Keehne Clerk Georgia Gilley Public Works Mike Konecne Becky Castillo Treasurer Daniel Melia - Airport 11. Reports from Council 12. Adjournment  Rol Hudler - Economic Development Chief Nate Hill - Police Department Nikki Wall - Old Town Tyson Weisshaar Activities Nick McCarty-Daniels -1 Library    BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES County of Kit Carson State ofColorado Burlington Community and Education Center 340 S. 14th St., Recreation Room February 26, 2024 6:30 p.m.  1. Call to order  Mayor Swiatkowski called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.  2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call  Council members present: Greg Swiatkowski, Mayor Paul Velasco, Mayor Pro Tem Lana Mireles Council members absent: Troy Schultz Staff/Officials present: Jim Keehne, Administrator Georgia Gilley, Clerk Mike Konecne - Public Works Becky Castillo - Treasurer Nate Hill - Police Chief Others present: Dong Sik Kim Jason Barnes Dena Strick Stacy Salling  Adrian Hernandez Hal McNerney Glen Marciniak Daniel Melia = Airport Roll Hudler Eçonomic Development Nick MeCary-Dangei-Libay Michael Grinnan - City Attorney  Jay Kim Tim Dorman Sharon Warren  Amy Bames Mikel Strick Mike Warren  4. Review and Approve. Agenda  Clerk Gilley asked. to correct the date on the minutes in the Consent Agenda to February 12. Motion by Mireles and second from Hernandez to approve the agenda as corrected.  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye 5. Consent Agenda Items: A. February 12, 2024 minutes  McNerney: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Motion by McNerney and second from Velasco to approve the February 12, 2024, minutes.  createdby SRCI Cityde Burlington, Co  2    Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye . Public comment: None 7. Public hearings:  McNerney: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Public hearing regarding annexation of property for Maverik Store #0476  The public hearing regarding annexation of property for Maverik Store #0476The public hearing Keehne reviewed the annexation application process Olsson, Inc., representative for the petitioner, went through to annex 1.01 acres behind The Burlington Inn. All required documents were submitted and in compliance with state statutes and meet the. standard of annexation in the state constitution. The owners of the property were present. The contiguity requirement has been met. Letters had been mailed toj property owners within 500 feet ofthe property to be annexed notifying  was opened at 6:33 p.m.  them ofthe public hearing. The site plan was shown on the tv screen.  Public comment summary:  Two homeowners were concerned about the noise which mayo come with a convenience store They hear the noise from the highwayafter the trees were trimmed and wondered ift the State would put up a barrier wall. The residents were concerned with traffic on Ben Street and ifkids at the park would be safe. One mentioned the speed at which people drive on Ben Street and noted that some Keehne noted that there would not be a connecting street for trafficconnecting the property and the Grinnan added that annexing this strip of land would put the property in the control of the City Velasco stated that the City would do its best to alleviate problems as they arise.  things need to be addressed.  park.  rather than the County.  The public hearing was closed at 6:55 p.m.  8. Unfinished Business: None 9. New Business:  A. Consideration of Ordinance 987 to approve annexation of land known as Maverik Store Motion by McNerney and second from Velasco to approve Ordinançe 987 to approve annexation  #0476 into the city limits.  ofl land known as Maverik Store #0476 into the city limits.  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye  McNerney: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  B. Discussion on the TA annexation and to approve Resolution 2024-02 to hold public hearing. Keehne indicated the annexation papers were filed and in compliance with annexation procedures. Motion by McNerney and second from Mireles to approve Resolution 2024-02 to hold a public hearing for the proposed TA annexation ofa parcel of land next to 605 S. Lincoln St.  RLLE , Burlington, Co  3    Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye  McNemey: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  C. Consideration ofOrdinance 988 to set solid waste rates to reflect increase.  Keehne reported that the solid waste service rates would be increased because of the Kit Carson County Landfill tipping fees going up. Triple H Enterprises will be increasing its charges to the Motion by Mireles and second from Hernandez to approve Ordinance 988 to set solid waste rates  City to reflect the County increase. to reflect an increase. Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye DocuSign. negotiated.  McNemey: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  D. Authorize city administrator to execute lease agreement with Colorado State Patrol via The office space lease will be $10 per square foot, with 1,452 square feet in the office space. Rent will go up three percent each year to end at $11.26 before the lease expires and a new one Motion by Hernandez and second from both Mireles and McNerney to approve the city administrator to execute lease agreement with Colorado State Patrol via DocuSign.  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye  McNemey: Aye Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  10. Reports from city departments Reports were in the packets. 11. Reports from council None., 12. Adjournment  Withan motion by McNerney, a second from Velasco, and a unanimous vote, the meeting adjourned  at 7:51 p.m.  Greg Swiatkowski, Mayor  ATTEST:  Georgia Gilley, City Clerk  yo created Burlington, CO    BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES County of Kit Carson State of Colorado Burlington Community and Education Center 340 S. 14th St., Recreation Room March 11,2024 6:30 p.m.  1. Call to order  Mayor Swiatkowski called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.  2. I Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call  Council members present: Greg Swiatkowski, Mayor Paul Velasco, Mayor Pro Tem Council members absent: Hal McNerney Glen Marciniak Staff/Officials present: Jim Keehne, Administrator Georgia Gilley, Clerk Mike Konecne - Public Works Others present: Deb Gutierrez Layne Crumley Martin Levario Review and Approve. Agenda reliefre request.  Adrian Hernandez Lana Mireles Troy Schultz  Ashley Gutierrez-1 Utility Clerk Michael Grinnan - City Attorney  Emily JE Bennett John Cure Barry Hinkhouse  Clerk Gilley asked to add al New Business Item for Layne Crumley to inquire about a property tax  Motion by Mireles and second from Hernandez to approve the agenda.  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye Swiatkowski: Aye 5. - Consent Agenda Items: None 6. Public comment: None  McNerney: Absent Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Document createdby Georgia Gilley, City Clerk Burlington, CO  5    7. Public hearing: To address petition for annexation of property located south of 650 S. Lincoln Street and inside the southeast quarter of Section 2, Township 9 South, Range 44 West of the 6th P.M. Keehne reviewed the Petition for Annexation submitted on behalf of Diamond J Enterprises LLC. Keehne indicated that the petition to annex is in compliance with state statutes and constitution. There are two parcels, one with 1.116 acres and the other with 14.08 acres, are to be annexed separately to comply with the contiguity requirement. Thes two parcels will form one large parcel The City supplied the petitioner with a checklist of requirements, which was completed. Keehne explained that the City can serve the proposed truck stop with adequate utility and public safety needs at this point int time. There are plans to fortify the south loop in the near future. A letter of support was provided by the Kit Carson County Commissioners for use oft this property, Letters were sent to property owners within the required distance of this property. Only one The hearing was open to public comment. Barry Hinkhouse asked about the exact location oft this property. A: site plan was displayed on the tv screen. Hinkhouse asked about drainage and water runoff. Emily Bennett was present on behalf of the petitioner and explained. that this was a basic  totaling 15.2 acres.  too comply with the three-mile rule. property owner attended the hearing.  site plan, and once the property was purchased, plans would be more detailed. There were: no further comments from the public. Public hearing was closed.  8. Unfinished Business: None 9. New Business:  A. Consider Ordinance 989-an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Burlington Annexing Property known as TA Travel Center Addition, Burlington CO to the City of Burlington, Colorado. Property is located south of 650 S. Lincoln St. and inside the southeast quarter rof Motion by Hernandez and second from Velasco to approve Ordinance 989 - an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Burlington Annexing Property known as TA Travel Center Addition, Burlington CO to the City of Burlington, Colorado. Property is located south of 650 S. Lincoln St. and inside the southeast quarter of Section 2, Township 9 South, Range 44 West of the 6th  Section 2, Township 9 South, Range 44 West oft the 6th P.M.  P.M. Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye Swiatkowski: Aye  McNerney: Absent Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  B. Award bid for Bareground Treatment and Fertilizer/Weed Control for 2024. was bid at $6,053.43, and the Fertilizer/Weed Control was bit at $12,899.50. Fertilizer/Weed Control bid to K-Lawn for a total of$18,952.93.  Keehne indicated Burlington K-Lawn was the only entity to submit al bid. Bareground Treatment Motion by Mireles and second from Velasco to award the Bareground Treatment and  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye Swiatkowski: Aye  McNerney: Absent Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Document createdby Georgia Gilley, City Clerk Burlington, Co    C. Consider approval Resolution 2024-04 A Resolution Authorizing the City Clerk to Appoint Election Judges and Conduct a Polling Place Election for the April 2, 2024, City of Clerk Gilley indicated the municipal election was approaching and a slate of election judges needed to be appointed. According to statute, the city clerk may be appointed to make the selection and appointments as needed for the election. A draft list was presented to council. Motion by Velasco and second from Hernandez to approve Resolution 2024-04 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Clerk to Appoint Election Judges and Conduct a Polling Place Election for  Burlington Regular Municipal Election.  Additional names may be added or removed as needed.  the April 2, 2024, City of Burlington Regular Municipal Election.  Motion passed unanimously. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Aye Swiatkowski: Aye  McNemey: Absent Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Item D is the added agenda item. The former. D on the agenda was labeled E.  D. LSC Capital LLC - Layne Crumley asked for property tax relief for his property which Crumley introduced himself and' talked about Ziggi's, which is a coffee franchise he will be opening in Burlington mid-April. Crumley asked Council to consider a business incentive in the form ofa 50 percent property tax reduction for five years. Plans are to employ 20-30 local people, Keehne reviewed the City's business incentive program and provided Crumley with an  will be the future home ofZiggi"s,acoffee franchise.  with 6-8 being full time. application to complete.  Council tabled the matter until the March 25 meeting.  E. Consider Resolution 2024-03 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Burlington, Kit Carson County, Colorado, Opposing the Entry, Transportation and Settlement of There was Council discussion about if the resolution would broadcast the wrong message to a Motion by Hernandez and second from Mireles to approve Resolution 2024-03 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Burlington, Kit Carson County, Colorado, Opposing the Entry, Transportation and Settlement of Illegal Immigrants and Undocumented Persons in Burlington,  Illegal Immigrants and Undocumented Persons in Burlington, Colorado. certain subset of residents who live and work in Burlington.  Colorado. Motion passed with a3-1 vote. Mireles: Aye Velasco: Nay Swiatkowski: Aye 10. Reports from city departments  McNerney: Absent Marciniak: Absent  Hernandez: Aye Schultz: Absent  Reports were in the packets. Spot reports were given from department managers present.  Document createdby Georgia Gilley, City Clerk Burlington. CO  7    11. Reports from council None. 12. Adjournment  With a motion by Mireles, a second from Hernandez, and a unanimous vote, the meeting  adjourned at 7:59 p.m.  Greg Swiatkowski, Mayor  ATTEST:  Georgia Gilley, City Clerk  Document createdby Georgia Gilley, City Clerk Burlington, CO    CITY OFI BURLINGTON. AGREEMENTTO PROVIDE BUSINESS INCENTIVES  This Agreement between the City of Burlington and LSC Capital, LLC will become effective immediately upon execution, for 2024 real and personal property taxy year, and remain in effect until payment of Tax Year 2028 real and personal property taxes have been remitted unless prior  termination effected by writtennotice of either party is received.  RECITALS  WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Burlington and LSC Capital, LLC have determined that it is of mutual benefit to enter into this agreement to provide business incentives to a new business in Burlington that provides for newj jobs, increased tax base, and economic development; and WHEREAS, the City of Burlington through their City Council are permitted to enter into Business WHEREAS, Municipal Code Title 5, Article 10, Section 020 establishes the Business Incentives available to new and existing businesses within the city limits, and made available to new and existing businesses at the discretion of the city council if jobs are created and retained and for WHEREAS, Municipal Code Title 5, Article 10, Section 030 establishes Limitations on business incentives, not to exceed fifty percent (50%) of the total value of the city's share of both real and personal property taxes, and establishing: availability of these incentives fort thei first five (5) years of  Incentives Agreements pursuant to Municipal Code Title! 5Article 10; and  personal property acquisition;and  operation,  NOW, therefore all parties agree as follows:  The City extends to LSC Capital, LLC the following business incentives to drive economic 1. Afiftypercent (5096)reductioni int the city'ss share of real propertytaxes collected by Kit Carson 2. Afi fifty percent (50%) reduction int the city's share of personal property taxes collected by Kit Carson County, Cotorado based on the amount spent for equipment acquisitions. The value of all business incentives granted to LSC Capital, LLC: shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the total value of the city's share of both real and personal property taxes that would be payable by LSC Capital LLC without any business incentives for the first five years of the operation of the This business incentive is only available for the first 51 taxy years beginning 2024 and ending 2028 tax years. Should LSC Capital, LLC fail to meet and retain employment objectives, adjustments to the percentage available mayl be made for the remaining period oft the approved business incentive. LSC Capital, LLC must first pay its applicable real and personal property tax for the tax year during which the business incentive was granted. After payment, LSC Capital, LLC shall deliver a receipt issued by Kit Carson County, Colorado's treasurer to the city, together with a copy of the tax  development through job creation and personal property acquisition:  County, Colorado: so long as jobs are created and retained.  business after the grant of business incentives.    statement. The city shall issue a check tol LSC Capital, LLC1 fort the amount of the business incentive The City Administrator and LSC Capital, LLC shall review this agreement annually for purposes of  granted (50%) int the city share of both real and personal propertytaxes.  modification and mutual agreement of changes.  LSC Capital, LLC  By: Printed Name: Title:  City of Burlington, Cotorado  By:  Gregory Swiatkowski, Mayor Burlington City Council  ATTEST:  Georgia Gilley, Clerk City of Burlington  10    RESOLUTION 2024-05  STATE OF COLORADO ) County of Kit Carson  RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL )ss. OF THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IN THE COUNTY OF KIT CARSON, STATE OF COLORADO  )  A RESOLUTION ALLOWING FOR PERSONS TO KEEP OR MAINTAIN WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY, CERTAIN LIVESTOCK, KEPTI FOR CERTAINE EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENIS, FOR. AI PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED SIX MONTHS, AT LOCATION IDENTIFIED AS 3216 SENTER  AVENUE, BURLINGTON, COLORADO.  WHEREAS, The City of Burlington has adopted a Municipal Code that  prohibits a person from keeping or maintaining within the corporate limits of the City. except in duly licensed livestock sales ring or sale barn, certain animals, including shecp  (Title 6. Chapter 08, Section 010); and  WHEREAS, The City Council has allowed fort the keeping and maintaining  ofc certain livestock within the corporate limits of the City outside of licensed livestock sales ring or sale barn, on Burlington School District property, allowing students involved in agricultural-based curriculum to meet and exceed educational requirements: and  WHEREAS, 3216 Senter Avenue is within the corporate limits of the City WHEREAS, Ericka Foos, a student at Burlington High School, involvedin  ofB Burlington; and  agricultural-based curriculum, residing at 202 Vine Street, has petitioned the City Council seeking authorization to keep sheep at the aforementioned property; and owners and property-adjacent neighbors to allow for the keeping of sheep; and  WHEREAS, Ericka Foos has secured support and approval from property WHEREAS, the Burlington City Council supports the keeping of no more  than two (2) sheep by Ericka Foos at 3216 Senter Avenue, in support ofeducational goals.  for a period not to exceed six (6) months.  NOWTHEREFORE, ,ITIS) RESOLVED by the City Council oft the City:  ofBurlington, Colorado:  Section 1. That the City of Burlington supports agricultural-based curriculum in the district, and in effort to assist and support student achievement and goals, authorize the keeping of shecp by Ericka Foos at 3216 Senter Avenue. Burlington. Colorado with the  following conditions attached:  A. No more than two (2) sheep may be kept at any one time.  11    B. All sheep must be continuously supplied with adequate water. food, and shelter, C.A All sheep shall not be allowed to roam freely and must be maintained on Section 2. That this Resolution shall take effect as of the date ofi its adoption and  property and kept in pen located on West side of property.  expire in six (6)months.  ADOPTED at Burlington, Colorado, this 25th day of March 2024.  CITY COUNCIL OF BURLINGTON  Gregory Swiatkowski, Mayor  [SEALI ATTEST:  Georgia Gilley, Clerk  STATE OF COLORADO ) County of Kit Carson  )ss. )  CLERK'S CERTIFICATE  That I, Georgia Gilley, the official City Clerk ofthe City ofBurlington, do by these presents say that the foregoing Resolution was authorized and adopted by the City Council  ofthe City ofBurlington on the 25th day of March 2024.  DATED this 25th day ofMarch 2024.  Georgia Gilley, City Clerk  12    TASK ORDERD ATTACHMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN SPONSOR ANDI ENGINEER, FURTHER DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES OF ENGINEER  DATED.  2024  1. This Attachment is made a part of and incorporated by reference into the Professional Services Agreement made on March 22, 2023 between CITY OF BURLINGTON, COLORADO (Sponsor) and ARMSTRONG CONSULTANTS, INC., (Engineer) providing for professional engineering services. The Services of Engineer as described in Section 1 of the Agreement are amended or supplemented as indicated below and the time periods for the performance of certain services are stipulated as  indicated below.  2. LOCATION - Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport, Burlington, CO  3. WORK PROGRAM - Attached  Element 1-A Reseal Apron. Jointing Elements 1- Project Development Elements 1-D Design Preliminary Design Final Design Element: 1-E Bidding Services Element 1- Construction Period Services Construction Administration Services Construction Inspection Services (Cost)l Construction Inspection Services (Fixed Fee) Elements 1- Project Closeout Engineering Total Program SPONSOR:  4. FEES-T The fees willl be as noted below. (AII lump sums)  $3,440.00 $12,600.00 $9,550.00 $4,790.00 $10,490.00 See rates/hourstable $2,000.00 $4,130.00 $67,410.00  5. ATTACHMENTS - Required Contact Provisions for A/E Contracts Under Airport Improvement  ENGINEER:  CITY OF BURLINGTON, COLORADO Gregony1.Swatkowsk, Mayor City of Burlington  ARMSTRONG CONSULTANTS, INC.  Chris Nocks, Western Division Manager Armstrong Consultants, al Lochner Company  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 10 of11  ARMSTRONG ALOCHNER COMPANY  13    ELEMENT1 (RUNWAY 16/34 AND TAXIWAY, AF PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE) CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES RATE SHEET (subject to calendar year adjustments):  DIRECT EXPENSES Overtime Hourly Rate Regular Hours  Unloaded Hourly Rate $261.00 $242.00  Estimated Overtime Hours  Estimated  Estimated Total $0.00 $0.00 $744.00 $786.00 $524.00 $14,396.00 $0.00 $16,450.00 Estimated Total $885.00 $1,498.00 $0.00 $793.28 $0.00 $75.00 $500.00 $3,750.00 $20,200.00  Position Principal Senior PM Project Manager $186.00 Project Engineer $131.00 Field Eng Supervisor $131.00 Project Coordinator $89.00  4 6 4 88  RPR  $122.00  $183.00  20  ESTIMATED TOTAL DIRECTFEES  REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES  Expense Meals and Incidental Expenses Per Diem Lodging Per Diem Rental Car Mileage Airfare On-site Cell Phone and Internet Costs Misc Expenses  Rate $59/day $107/day $110/day $0.67/mi Note! 5/trip $75/month Actual Cost  Estimated Quantity 14 14 1184 75 Note 8  ESTIMATED TOTAL REIMBURSABLE FEES  TOTAL ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION FEES  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 2of11  ARMSTRONG  14    SCOPE OF WORK Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport AIP NO.308-0057-0222024  ELEMENT#1 RESEAL. APRON. JOINTING  1. This project consists of resealing the existing concrete panel joints on the apron at the Burlington- Kit Carson County Airport in Burlington, CO. There are approximately 22,000 square yards of concrete apron that have joints requiring resealing with an average panel size of 10 feet by 12.5 feet. In addition to resealing the joint, there is also the possibility of needing to repair damaged panelsi ift theya are found tol be in poor condition and would present issues during the work. Any panel replacement would use the existing pavement section for the design and will utilize dowels to tie  the new panels into existing.  1.1. Pavement geometry will not be modified.  1.2. No geotechnical investigation will be completed, and the pavement section will NOT be 1.3. No survey will be performed for this project. Existing base maps will be used to design the 1.4. Work on existing concrete joints that require resealing will consist of sawing the existing concrete joint, removing existing sealant and backer rod, then sand-blasting thej joint prior to placing new backer rod and joint sealant. Concrete panels requiring corner replacement will 1.5. New pavement markings will be designed to meet FAA AC 150/5340-1L. Glass beads will be specified for the painted surfaces. Black paint will be used to outline new yellow markings. Any existing markings extending beyond panels being replaced that do not meet FAA AC 150/5340-1L requirements will either be removed prior to placement ofr new panels or willl be perpetuated based on guidance received fromi the FAAI Program Manager and Sponsor  redesigned. project.  have new sealant placed on alls sides.  Estimated Construction Cost (Element 1) is: Estimated Construction Period (Element 1) is:  $250,000 14 days!  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 3 of11  ARMSTRONG  COMPANY  15    Burlington Kit Carson County Airport 2024 Apron. Joint Resealing Exhibit A- Project Extents 3/14/2024  Proposed Work: 1. Concrete Panel Joints Sawed, Cleaned and Resealed 2.0 Concrete Panel corners replaced (if needed)  PROJECT SKETCH  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task OrderD  Page 4 of11  ARMSTRONG  16    I. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT  The project development phase is intended to complete the necessary preliminary actions required to initiate the project in accordance with established Federal, State and Local policies and procedures.  Activities include:  1. Conduct a pre-design meeting/scoping conference with the Sponsor and FAA to establish parameters for the project definition and work areas, budget, schedule, and needs for topographic  survey and geotechnical investigations.  2. Develop preliminary cost estimates for the proposed work.  3. Develop a draft Scope of Work narrative for review and approval. CDOT Aeronautics is requiring the Sponsori tol have ani independent fee estimate (IFE) performed to validate the proposed engineering fees. The Engineer will assist the Sponsor in getting reimbursed for the cost of this IFE as part ofthe grant by preparing a request for reimbursement. Upon receiving approval of the scope of work narrative, engineering fees will be calculated and provided with the final Scope of Work. The Engineer will assist the Sponsor with the submittal ofa Record of Negotiations to document thet fee  negotiation performed fort the project. 4. Prepare final Scope of Work and Contract. 5. Prepare Preliminary FAA Grant Application.  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 50 of11  ARMSTRONG ALO  COMPANY  17    H. PRELIMINARY DESIGN  The preliminary design phasei isintended to identify and evaluate cost effective and practical solutions for the worki items dentified. The designer will complete its evaluation of alternatives through contacts with local authorities, field investigations, and a practical design approach. The design will take advantage of local knowledge and experience and utilize expertise from recent construction projects to design a cost- effective project. Cost efficiencies will be realized in a lower initial cost and in lower long-term  maintenance costs. Activities include:  1. A design topographical survey is not necessary for this project. Existing base map and plans willl be  used for the design.  2. Adesgngeotechnical investigation is not necessary for this project.  3. Prepare an overal! Construction Safety and Phasing Plan (CSPP) in order to maximize project constructability and operational safety. A draft CSPP will be submitted to the FAA for review and comment when the design is approximately 25-35% complete. This final CSPP will be submitted to the FAA when plans are 95% completed. The final CSPP will be coordinated by the FAA Program Manager, with other FAA Lines of Business (LOBs). Comments received by the FAA LOBS will be incorporated into the CSPP prior to submitting the bid advertisement for the project. a. Determine aircraft usage through coordination with Sponsor and FAA C. Validate location ofr midfield connector taxiways and new connector taxiway.  4. Review and evaluate project layout.  b. Verify existing ALP dimensions and data.  5. Evaluate local conditions:  a. Inventory local material suppliers, sources, and capabilities. b. Evaluate drainage conditionsrequirements, C. Review available record drawings of the project site.  d. Conduct one (1) design site visit by the Project Manager and Project Engineer for familiarity 6. Prepare preliminaryconstruction plans. Construction plans willl bep prepared depicting all ofthe work involved for Element 1. The following list of drawings willl be used as a guideline.  with the site.  DESCRIPTION  ELEMENT1 1Sheet 1Sheet 1Sheets 2Sheets 2Sheets 2Sheets 1Sheets 10 Sheets  a Cover Sheet b General Notes, Legend and Survey Control Removals Plan d Plan and Layout - Typical Sections and Details g Marking Layout and Details Construction Safety and Phasing Plan TOTAL SHEET COUNT  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 6of11  ARMSTRONG  18    Drawings may be added or deleted during the design phase if required.  7. Prepare preliminary contract documents. The Engineer will prepare the contract documents including invitation for bids, instructions to bidders, proposal, equal employment opportunity clauses and applicable wage rates, construction contract agreement, performance bond, payment bond, general and special provisions. Preparation will include establishing the location for the bid opening and description of the work schedule. Contract documents will be prepared early during the design phase and submitted to the FAA and Sponsor for review. Sponsor is ultimately responsible for reviewing and ensuring construction contract terms comply with local law and 8. Prepare prelminarytechnicals specifications. The Engineer will assemble the technical specifications necessary for the intended work. Standard FAA specifications will be utilized where possible. Additional specifications will be prepared to address work items or material that is not covered by Thes standard specifications to be utilized for Elementir mayi include the following items:  requirements.  the FAA: specifications.  Item C-105 Mobilization Item P-605 Concrete Jointing Item P-610 Concrete for Miscellaneous: Structures Item P-620 Runway and Taxiway Marking  9. Prepare preliminary special provisions to address conditions that require additional clarification and/or definition beyond what is described in the standard general provisions or technical  specifications. Items may include: a. Project Location Information b. Insurance Requirements C. Contract Period and Work Schedule and Phasing d. Pre-Construction: Conference e. Utilities f. Permits, Taxes and Compliance with Laws g. Field Office Requirements h. Haul Roads i. Testing and Staking . Airport Security, Closure of Air Operations Areas k. Accident Prevention I. Warranty m. Construction Management Plan  10. Prepare and: submit Draft Engineer's Design Report (75%).  11. Conduct preliminary review of the construction plans, technical specifications, contract documents and special provisions by submitting copies of the preliminary documents (75%) to the FAA and  Sponsor and solicit preliminary design review comments.  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 7of11  ARMSTRONG ALOCHNER COMPANY  19    I. FINAL DESIGN  In thet final design phase, the designer will provide well-defined construction requirements, with selected bid alternatives as appropriate to solicit competitive construction bids. Construction schedules will be coordinated around good weather conditions and as little as practical interference with airport  operations. Activities include: Final Design  1. Incorporate preliminary design comments and respond as necessary to requests for additional 2. Calculate Estimated Quantities. The Engineer will calculate all necessary quantities for the various 3. Prepare Estimate of Probable Construction Cost for each Element. Using the final quantities calculated following the completion of the plans and specifications, the Engineer will prepare the construction cost estimate. The estimate will be based on information obtained from previous 4. Prepare Final Engineer's Design Report. During the preparation of the construction plans and specifications, an engineer design report will be prepared. The report will include the summary of the project, pavement design (if required), schedule and cost estimate for the completion of the project. The design report will follow the current FAA Airports guidance where applicable. The design report willl be submitted for Sponsorand FAAI review. Review comments willl be incorporated 5. Develop work schedules for construction. This task involves dividing the construction work into schedules to allow for maximum contract award flexibility in cases of limited available funds, and allow the project to be executed in a manner that minimizes the disruption of the airport aircraft 6. Submit final CSPP by uploading it to the OE/AAA website. Alternatively, at the request of the FAA 7. Prepare 95% design construction plans, technical specifications, contract documents and special 8. Submit 95% design review package to the FAA and Sponsor and solicit design review comments. 9. incorporate 95% design review comments and respond as necessary to requests for additional 10. Conduct final internal review of all design documents andi incorporate any necessary changes. Final review will include one (1) site visit by the Project Manager to field verify project plans and  information.  work items in each Element.  projects, contractors, material suppliers and other databases available.  int thei final revised report.  operations.  PM, the CSPP may be submitted directly toi the FAA PM.  provisions.  information.  specifications and to attend a user meeting to discuss the project.  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 8 of11  ARMSTRONG  20    11. Prepare and submit final plans and specifications. Copies willl be submitted to the FAA and Sponsor. A final set of plans, specifications and contract documents will be prepared which incorporates revisions, modifications and corrections determined during the FAA and Sponsor's review. After  final plan acceptance, plan sets will be provided to the FAA and Sponsor.  12. Prepare and/or assist with necessary forms: a. Sponsor Quarterly Report C. Standard Form 271 d. Standard Form 425 IV. BIDDING SERVICES  b. Strategic Event Coordination Form (if applicable)  During the bidding phase of the project, the Engineer will assist the Airport in advertising and letting the project for bid. Engineer will assist in dialogue with potential bidders to quantify bidder questions assist Sponsor in attaining economic bids. Activities outlined below and the fees listed on pages 1-2 cover one iteration of the bidding process. Preparing multiple bid processes, packages, or re-bidding may incur  additional or repeated services. Activities include:  1. Assist the Sponsor with advertising and interpretation of the project requirements. Plans and specifications willl be available via the web site of Armstrong Consultants. The Sponsor, State, and FAA will be given a digital copy set of the final plans, specifications and contract documents. 2. Provide technical assistance and recommendations to the Airport during construction bidding. 3. Attend and assist with pre-bid conference. Answer Contractor questions and issue necessary clarifications and addenda. The pre-bid conference willl be held on-site byt the Project Managera and 4. Provide an on-line bidding platform and read the bids aloud via online video conference at1 the date, 5. Prepare an abstract of bids, perform necessary review of the bids to determine responsiveness, and 6. Update preliminary Federal Grant Application prepared during Project Development phase based on bids. The Engineer will: submit the appliçation to the Sponsor for approval and signatures. 7. Assist ina award notification to successful bidder and notify and return bid bonds to the unsuccessful bidders. The DBE goal and all bidding requirements will be reviewed for responsiveness. Any issues or concerns that arise from the bidding documents will be brought to the attention oft the Sponsor  Engineer.  and time agreed by the Sponsor. prepare award recommendation! letter.  for clarification.  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 9 of11  ARMSTRONG ALOCHNER COMPANY  21    V. CONSTRUCTION PERIOD SERVIÇES  During the construction phase of the project, the Engineer will assist the Airport with monitoring, documenting progress for quality and cost control and overall grant administration duringconstruction.  Activities include:  A. Construction Administration: Services  1. Coordinate construction contract documents for successful bidder, including contract agreement, bond forms, certificates ofi inclusion, and Notice to Proceed. Review contractor's bonds, insurance certificates, construction schedules. Review contractor'ss sub-contracts. 2. Provide Sponsor, State, and FAA with digital copies oft the Contract Documents, Specifications, and Construction Plans. Provide Contractor with digital copy (one each) of the Contract Documents, Specifications, and Construction Plans (hard copy upon request); complete with 3. Review and accept the Contractor's Safety Plan Compliance Documents prior to issuing the  alla addenda. Notice to Proceed.  4. Conduct pre-construction conference.  5. Identify local survey control points used for project design and layout. Engineering staff will assist, as necessary, the resident inspector and Contractor's surveyor during construction by compiling and sending supplemental information regarding issues arising related to construction surveying. Work mayi include developing alternative survey control based ons site conditions discovered during construction and/or findings oft the Contractor's: surveyor. 6. Provide technical assistance and recommendations to the airport during construction. This item also includes daily construction coordination from the office that does not fit in another items such asp phone callst toand fromi the Contractor, inspector and Owneri for projectupdates, 7. Construction Site Visits. This item includes one (1) additional trip for Element 1 to thej job site 8. Prepare change orders and supplemental agreements, if required; including appropriate cost/price analyses. All coordination of change orders will be provided by the Engineer. 9. Prepare and confirm monthly payment requests. Payment requests will be reviewed for accuracy with contractor and resident inspector. Engineer will prepare FAA payment documents for the Sponsor. The Sponsor will be required to complete the payment  questions, and instruction.  for on-site clarification by the Project Manager and Engineer.  reimbursement through the FAA e-invoicing system.  B. Construction Inspection Services  1. Provide review of all submittals for materials to be used on the project. Review all shop drawngiemsasregureddumgconsinuction Note: Engineer'sActeptanceofanysubmital  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task OrderC D  Page 10of11  ARMSTRONG ALOCHNER COMPANY  22    or shop drawings does not alleviate the contractor's responsibility to provide materials and Provide a full time representative to monitor and document construction progress for Element 1, confirm conformance with schedules, plans and specifications, measure and document construction pay quantities, document significant conversations or situations, document input or visits byl local authorities, etc. Maintain daily log of construction activities. Conduct interviews oft the Contractor'sand: CApAEeNA Davis Bacon Prepare and submit weekly inspection reports. Reports will be submitted to the FAA and Conduct final project inspection with the Sponsor, FAA and the contractor after the Summary ofTests has been accepted by the FAA. Any punch list items will be noted and coordinated  construct the project in conformance with the plans and specifications.  2.  3. 4. 5.  wage rates and the review of their weekly payroll reports. Sponsor no later than the following week that the report refersto.  with the contractor for necessaryaction.  VI. PROJECT CLOSEOUT  During the project closeout phase of the project, the Engineer will assist the Sponsor with compiling all the reports, documents, and other items necessary to successfully close out the associated grant and  provide an accurate historical recordi for the project.  Activities include:  1. Prepare Summary of Tests report to document the acceptance testing performed on the project. 2. Assist the Sponsor with completing all necessary grant closeout certifications and forms, including 3. Prepare record drawings, indicating changes made to the design during construction. The FAA, State, and Sponsor will each receive one copy of the record drawings in digital half size (11"x17") 4. Prepare Final Engineers Report. The final report will follow the current FAA AIP Final Report  final SF425, SF271, grant closeout request letter.  format. guidance.  Burlington/Kit Carson County Airport Task Order D  Page 11 of11  ARMSTRONG  COMPANY  23    COLORADO SINCE 1888  March 25, 2024 March 11-25, 2024  City Administrator's Summary Report  Administration  Business Incentive Program  At the March 11h Council Meeting, Layne Crumley, representing LSC Capital, LLC, a company that has purchased and remodeled a vaçated business located at 310 S. Lincoln Street, to be known as Ziggy's Coffee presented to council a request for business incentives to be afforded to Ziggy's Coffee as construction costs and remodel costs, along with personal property investments have increased significantly. Mr. Crumley provided the City Administrator with al Project Summary that included Purpose Ziggy's Coffee has plans to open doors for business in mid-April and will employee 15-1 18 FTE's the first year with wages being $14.42 to $20+ per hour (Average wage per FTE = $32,370). Projected annual income is $850,000 and $1,000,000. Property Tax for 2024 is estimated to be approximately $8,200. Burlington Municipal Code Title 5 - Business Taxes, Licenses and Regulations, Chapter 5.10 Business Incentive Program, Sections 5.10.010 through 5.10.080 sets the parameters for authorizing business A. A percentage reduction in the city's share of real property taxes collected by Kit Carson B. A percentage reduction in the city's share of real property taxes collected by Kit Carson County, Colorado based on the amount spent by any business for new construction of a . Ap percentage reduction in the city's share of personal property taxes collected by Kit Carson D. Apercentage reduction in the city's share of personal property taxes collected by Kit Carson County, Colorado based on the amount spent by any business for equipment acquisitions. Section 5.10.030 Limitation on business incentives states "The total value of all business incentives granted to an applicant shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the total value of the city's share of both real and personal property taxes by Kit Carson County, Colorado that would be payable by the applicant without any business incentives for the first five years of the operation of the applicant's business after Section 5.10.050 Adjustment of business incentives granted states "The city may adjust any business incentives granted to an applicant, if the applicant: (a) fails to meet the projected employment objectives, (b) exceeds the projected employment projections, (c) projected construction is less than projected, or  of Request, Type of Assistance Requested, and Benefits to Community.  Personal Property" Taxi is unknown currently.  incentives. Council, at their discretion may authorize the following incentives:  County, Colorado, ifjobs are created or retained; building or expansion of an existing building; County, Colorado ifj jobs are created or retained;  the grant of business incentives".  24    (d) projected construction is greater than projected. Adjustments will be made according to the percentage change from the projection for the remaining period oft the granted business incentive. Recommendation is to authorize Business Incentive of 50% reduction of the city's share of both real  property tax and personal property tax.  Comprehensive Planning  RICK Planning and Design is Burlington's Contractor in the development and implementation of our Comprehensive Plan. A Kick-Off meeting between RICK and City Staff was held Wednesday, January 24th. Discussion centered around the purpose of a comprehensive plan, scheduling ofp plan development, scope of work and areas included int the comprehensive plan, input from staffa as to deliverable expectations was also discussed. The RICK team and I continue to meet via TEAMS weekly to discuss progress and process. Sincei the. anuary24"meeting. a Steering Committee has been developed, comprised ofag group of people representing the different facets of our community. Also included in the Steering Committee are a member of the council and representatives of the city in the different areas the comprehensive plan addresses. The Steering Committee did hold its first meeting on March 6th where the plan's purpose was discussed. as well as expectations of the plan. lwish toi thank the members of1 the city's staff who attended this meeting and helped share important information with the RICK Team and the rest of the Steering Committee. The next scheduled Steering Committee meetings are scheduled for April 10th and May gth.  2024Street Project  On October 24th met with Basis Partners tol begin planning work for 2024: Street Project that will include:  Webster Avenue gth Street to Lincoln Street  Fay Street- - Lincoin Street East to Mike Lounge Drive (including Intersection) Thei following is the preliminary timeline for the 2024 Street Project: Preliminary design package to city for review February: 2, 2024  Frank Street Alley design  Site visit to assess total project Bid Package Deliverables Finalized Bid Specification Development Post with BidNet Direct Project Out to Bid Bid Due Bid Award Signed Contract due Start Date- Concrete End Date- Concrete  October 24, 2023 February 9, 2024 February 26-29, 2024 March 08, 2024 March 08, 2024 April 15, 2024 April 29 May 13, 2024 TBD TBD TBD  Completed Completed Completed Completed Completed Completed  25    Start Date - Asphalt End Date - Asphalt Begin Striping Finished striping Project Completion Final Payout to include retention Intergovernmental/Upcoming Events  TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD  Public Works Supervisory and Coordination Meeting - City Hall- - Monday's 7:00 A.M. Management Team Meeting - In Person at Community Building- - Wednesdays 2:00P.M. Comprehensive Plan Meeting - Teams Meeting - Tuesdays 9:00 AM CML Executive Board Meeting - Friday, March 22nd. - Denver  Friday, April 26th-0 Denver  Council Meeting, March 25, 2024, 6:30 PM, Room A Community and Education Center  Business Incentive  Fertilizer, Weed Control and Bare Ground Treatment Bid  Comprehensive Plan! Steering Committee meeting  April 10th, 3:30- -5:30 Community and Education May gth, 3:30 - 5:30 Community and Education  Center Center  Burlington Housing Authority Board Meeting, April 11, 2024, 11:30AM  26    UR COLORADO SINCE 1888  To: From: Date:  City council members Georgia Gilley, Clerk March 25, 2024  On the agenda is a public hearing for a special event liquor license permit submitted by the Burlington Wrestling Association on behalf ofthe basketball program. This will be for a fundraiser Monday, April 8, at Burlington Community & Education Cetner. They plan to have a dinner, a raffle and then watch the national basketball championships. Fees have been paid and liability insurance has been secured. Ericka Foos would like to keep sheep at the edge of town again this summer for her 4-H project. This is a project she has done for the past several years without complaints from neighbors. Ericka has petitioned the neighborhood for consent. Preparations for the Tuesday, April 2, municipal election are coming along. Sixty voters have requested absentee voter's ballots, and 29 have been returned sO Plans are to create the voting space arrangements. need for signage, assistance. voter  far. Iam hoping for a good turnout at the polls.  flow, and registration to get voters in and out efficiently. We will hold an election judge instructional meeting later this week.  Remember, the new council members will be sworn in after the canvass, which will be done 8-10 days after the election. All council members finishing their terms will still need to attend the April 8 and April 29 meetings. Swearing in of new council members will be at the beginning of the April 29 meeting.  27    Public Works Report 3/25/: 2024  Electric Department: The new apprentice Lester Braiser quit after a week of being here. Streetlights between the Community building and Old Town were replaced with! LEDI lights. AI new streetlight was placed ons south 8" street. A 50KVA1 transformer was replaced with a 75KVA int the 100-block alley between 12th Street and 13th Street. Researching pricing fore electric meters with capability to be read remotely. Pulled a pole at the Chevy store to replace broken wires so street light functions  properly without tripping breakers.  Parks Department: Rehung handicap swing at Parmer Park after necessary repairs completed. Power washing bathrooms int the parks inj preparations for the season. Sharpening blades on the  Dixie Chopper mowers.  Streets Department: Paint the center line, parking slots and cross' walks ons main street. Patch potholes. Making a list of curb and gutters that need repaired immediately. Prep the swimming pool for an assessment of the condition of the pool tol be conducted the week of April 1.  Water/wastewater Department: Gps water meters and log the data on Diamond Maps. Flush sewer mains. Prep and submit Discharge Monitoring Report toi the EPA. Collected 40 lead and copper samples throughout the community and sentt themi toi the labi for analysis. Had to replace starter ont thet tow behind air compressor. Performed routine maintenance on sewer, jetr rodder.  28    COLORADO SINCE 1888  www.buringlon.com  415 15th Street Burlington, CO 80807 Phone 719-346-8652 Fax 719-346-8397  To: City Council From: Becky Castillo, City' Treasurer Date: 3/22/2024 Re: Treasurer's Report  Utility meters are physically read and billed monthly. Utility bills are due by the 15th of each month or else a 10% penalty is applied to the unpaid account balance. Shut off occurs on the 25th or next business day ifit falls on a weekend or holiday and has an additional penalty of $70. We have 3 accounts we are working with that are behind on their payments due to the winter usage. We have worked with them to prevent shut off during the colder weather. Actual shut off will start again as Utility payments can be made at Apressbillpay.com. or dropped off at City Hall Monday - Friday 7-4. There are new phone numbers for Xpress bill pay and a new feature of guest checkout option that is now available if you don't wish to set up an account. Visit our website for updated information on payment processing or give us acall at City Hall and we can pass the information on directly. Drop box at City Hall Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis, payroll taxes, and monthly Utility and Airport Audit preparations made daily to try to be as prepared as possible for the upcoming audit the first week of May. Working with Lorraine to get a couple dates in April for her to come down to work through any audit concerns or preparations in advance.  temperatures regulate to warmer emperatures.  isa available 24 hours/7 days a week.  Sales tax.  Process accounts payable weekly. Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis.  ColoTrust interest rates dropped very minimally again. Interest rates for ColoTrust Outback bus has been busy with the weather warming up. Still no word on a date for  are currently 5.44%.  the new bus to get here. Still hopeful it will be in 2024.  29    ITR  Burlington Colorado'  14111 US Highway 385  Burlington CO 80807  719.346.5352  Council Report 3.25.24  Taxiway Reconstruction  Bid advertising has closed as of3.21.24 Federal grant application has been filed Federal grant application has been filed Working on flyers to promote our flight simulator We have hosted 87 students for airport visits sO fari this year  Generator grant and apron rehab ducation/outreach  Feb 2024 Fuei  Feb 2023 Fuel  Total- 4,202.71 Gallons Avgas- 1,178.05 Gallons Jet fuel- 3,024.66 Gallons Gross sales- $ 20,604.94  Total- 5,093.47 Gallons Avgas- 941.45 Gallons Jet fuel- 4,152.02 Gallons Gross sales- $2 23,100.07  "Eastern Colorado's Premier Aviation Experience"  30    EDI REPORT FROMROL  Family Dollar, the struggling discount chain that primarily caters to low- income customers in cities, announced this past week it will close 1,000 stores across the United  States.  According toi the report, years of mismanagementand poor conditions have hurt Decades of high inflation has hit shoppers, and a general consumer pullback has impacted Family Dollar customers and the chain's profits, exacerbating its battle with  Family Dollar's brand.  discount competitors such as Dollar General, Walmart and others.  Ihave contacted corporate headquarters to determine the fate of the Family Dollar store in Burlington. Iwas unable to obtain a list of possible closures across the country.  They said the list of the stores to be closed was not yet finalized.  Inmy opinion, the Family Dollar store in Burlington has been operated very well and As Family Dollar has struggled, rival Dollar General has boomed across the country. Dollar General has opened approximately 1,000 stores a year, making it the fastest, growing  has many satisfied customers.  retailer in the United States. The company has around 18,000 stores.  The companies are battling for many of the same low-income shoppers. Despite the name, these stores mostly sell food and everyday items for between $1 and $10. Ithinki it is prudent tol keepy you informed of many changes which will be coming to our area with the retirement of 25,000 acres ofi irrigated cropland in Kit Carson County. For decades, farmers ini the Republican River basin have pumped water from the underground Ogallala Aquifer to growwheat, beans, corn, potatoes and feed for cattle and  hogs.  Flows ini the Republican River system are: shrinking as the aquifer depletes, making itmore difficult for Colorado to send enough water downstream to the east to fulfill its  agreements with Kansas and Nebraska.  To meet its obligations, Colorado is legally required to stop irrigating 25,000 acres in the southern part of the basin by the end of 2029, which is approximately one-fourth of all irrigated acreage in the county. Ifthe mandate is not met, state water officials say they will turn off wells for all 540,000 irrigated acres int the broader swath ofi the state.  31    "There are just hard decisions all over the. American West right now about a precious natural resource.... all the need forit and howt to divide it fairly,"s stated Tracy Kosloff, Colorado's acting state engineer overseeing the Division of Water Resources. Thei tributaries of the groundwater fed Republican River rise ini the plains of northeastern Colorado and flow east through eight counties, which includes Logan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, Yuma, Lincoln, Kit Carson and Cheyenne, before crossing  the state lines and consolidating into the main stem.  Obviously, when we lost approximately 25 percent of the irrigated ground in Kit Carson County, it is going tol have a dramatic effect on the economy in Burlington and the  surrounding communities.  We do have some of the most progressive farmers in the country residing in Kit Carson, Yuma and Cheyenne counties. They will all be working diligently to come up with various ideas to keep the economy strong for not only themselves but everyone residing in  the area.  Iwould think the City of Burlington should do everything possible to get additional development along Interstate 70. We are veryf fortunate to have iti in our economic basket. Burlingtonis the second highest entry point into the State of Colorado via vehicle.  According to the Census of Agriculture Profiles of each county int the United States, Kit Carson County has 66 percent of its acreage in cropland and 33 percent inj pastureland. Crops account for 32 percent of farm income while livestock, poultry and other  products are at 68 percent.  32    Burlington Police Department Council Report March 25, 2024  Officers withi the Burlington Police Department attended. a pipeline awareness and Burlington Police Department's staff will be attending sex offender registration training. Burlington Police Department staff will be attending municipal courts clerk training. Burlington Police Department will be putting on a public service presentation for the Burlington Middle School students: for the safe use of thei internet and phone applications. Burlington Police Department participated ini the Ameri-town event at Burlington Middle School. We interviewed several kids and had some veryi impressive applicants for several  emergency response training.  positions within the city.  33    March2024 City Council Report-Old Town Museum  Working on concept and budget for our Smithsonian companion exhibit and required "conversation events" for 2024. Initial meeting with exhibit designer, Rand Hood, was 2/16/24, and there were lots of great ideas discussed. We are looking closely at design elements and budget. There will be need for funding support from outside the city. la am looking into grant applications andi requests to local organizations. Planning is int the works for School Days in May. Letters have been sent to area schools for the May 7th & 8th event. So far, we have twelve schools signed up to Working on our summer schedule of weekly shows and Wild West Dinner Theatre. Wev will be hiring approximately 10 seasonal staff as cast members. Already working on Pioneer Days planning for August. We have secured al band for the evening concert on August 17th. Pioneer Days is put on using sponsorshp/donated funds. This will be the 7th year for the one-day festival style Springh hedge/ornamental grass trimming has begun to prepare for the summer. Doing repair work to some of the wagons that are outside-new canvas, paint, etc.  attend, totaling over 450 students.  event.  March revenue is tracking in-line with that of 2023.  34    COLORADO SINCE 1888  3405-14"5tBurlington, CO 80807 Tel,719)346-8918 Fax:719)346-8982 yson.wessnaareburingtoncolo.com  Burlington Activities  Department  March 20,2 2024  1 5 on 5 basketball completed the season with the invitational tournament on March 2nd & 3rd. Over the (wo days, 37 games were played and everything went extremely well. Add in the games from the regular season (37 games for the 3/4 & 5/6 divisions, along with the 12 games from the 1/2 divisions), we hosted a total of 86 youth basketball games. This would not, and Id cannot stress it enough, would not have been possible without all the awesome volunteers who coached, officiated, kept book, and ran scoreboard for all these games. We are lucky to live in a community where people will come out to help and support our programs! * Youth Volleyball (24 participants - 5/6 grades) and Youth Soccer (161 participants - 2-12 year olds with multiple age divisions) both began practices the week of! March 18-23. The volleyball program will hold practices twice a week with games on Saturdays in April. The soccer program will have practice once a weck foreach age group. with the 6-8 year old and 9-12 year old group having scrimmage games on Saturdays * We are currently taking summer baseball/softbal registrations. The early-bird deadline is Thursday, March 215 with the drop-dead deadline of Friday, March 29. The week of spring break, registrations were very slow, but they have picked up this week and we are anticipating a hectic Thursday for the early-bird deadline. With spring break, we took advantage of a slow week at the community center and stripped and re-waxed the floors. Christian did a really good job and the floors look SO much better! This process takes a lot ofhard work - Spring Fling is Saturday, March 23d at the community center, 9am-2pm. We have 28 vendors with  throughout the month of April.  andl I greatly appreciate Christian for his efforts! commercial products as well as handmade items.  Martial Arts - year-round program. $80 for the first student, $40 for the second student in same family, and $20 per additional student in same family. We collect all fees and keep 15%. They Soul Steppin' Studio Dance - classes are. held on Thursdays and began on September 14. There are a total of65 students involved in the dance program this year, which is a fantastic turnoul!  are consistent with their participation numbers with roughly 40 participants. We collect 15% of the monthly registration fees for this program.  1 Other Activities in the works: Rentals of Community Center, 5 on 5 Basketball, Youth Soccer. Youth Volleyball, Summer Baseball/Softball registration forms, Summer Day Camps, Hiring summer staff. Swimming  Pool preparation, Field Maintenance  35    The Library 3/25/24  Grants Programs  New Books will be purchased by the state until June Started holding to hold 7 regular programs a week Added Ageless Grace throughout the week Lost Lego Club for the time being Also offer special programs throughout the month  Science Day. Teatime. Homeschool Events. Silent Book Club, Mommy June 22"d. Presentation about the McCormick Ranch Murders August gth- Presentation about the 1935 Republican River Flood  and Me  Preparing for Summer Reading  Theme: Adventure Starts at the Library Created reading challenge  Professional Development  Attended the Colorado State Library Standards Informational meeting  Rewritten the Library State Standards  Afocus on collaboration with other entities We meet or exceed most. standards Not aj program we intend to pursue at this time  Met with CSU extension agency about Family Leadership Training Institute  Met with Chealsea Coleman from CLiC  Discussed a space audit and how to best present/display our items Will attend the Government Grants training session in Limon on March 27hh Get better ideas for how to navigate governmental grants lam certified to hold Ageless Grace Seminars at the library This continues to be an incredibly busy year. Preparing for Chantel to go on maternity leave  Continue to help people daily  Checkouts: 1252 Visits: 940 people Programs: 20 for130 people Nick McCartyDaniels  36