Board of County Commissioners

Agenda — 7 items

1. Objective/Subject: Proclamation Declaring September 2026 Emergency Preparedness MonthSubmitted by: Lori R. Hodges</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Department: Office of Emergency Management</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Summary of Problem/Issue/Request: Each year, the BCC declares September Emergency Preparedness Month in coordination with National Preparedness month.
2. <table style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Objective/Subject: Joint Proclamation Designating September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Month in Larimer County</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Submitted by: Tom Gonzales, Public Health Director</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Department: Larimer County Department of Health and Environment</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Summary of Problem/Issue/Request: September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the signs of suicide and how open communication and connection to local resources can save lives. Recognizing the warning signs, finding the words to check in with someone, and knowing where to turn for help are powerful steps we can all take. In Larimer County, community partners are working together toward the goal of zero suicides.
3. Schedule review for the week of September 14, 2026
4. Draft minutes for the week of August 31, 2026
5. <table style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Objective/Subject: Fire Restrictions in Larimer County</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Submitted by: Sheriff Feyen</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Department: [AGENDA_ITEM_DEPT]</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Summary of Problem/Issue/Request: Continuation of fire restrictions in Larimer County</td></tr></tbody></table>
6. <table style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Objective/Subject: Larimer County Juvenile Gun Safety Coalition/Larimer Health and Environment - "Choices" Public Service Announcement</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Submitted by: Emily Humphrey, Director</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Department: Community Justice Alternatives</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 100%; vertical-align: top;">Summary of Problem/Issue/Request:This PSA will initially be launched locally, with the goal of expanding its reach statewide. The campaign is intended to positively impact youth, their families, and the broader community by promoting informed decision-making, prevention, and education. By encouraging thoughtful choices before negative consequences occur, the campaign emphasizes a proactive approach to reducing risk and strengthening community well-being.
7. All who wish to comment must follow the <a href="https://www.larimer.org/public-comment-rules" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rules and Procedures for Public Comment</a> as established by the Board of County Commissioners: <br><br id="isPasted">PLEASE NOTE: We are taking public comments via email and phone, in addition to in-person comments. If commenting via email, please email your comment. You must register by 4:30pm the Monday before the meeting to participate by phone. If you wish to be called, please email us or call (970) 498-7010 and provide your name, topic for comment and phone number. You will be called at that number when it is your turn.

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