The Alamosa County Board of County Commissioners accepted a clean annual audit, approved two special use permits, and promoted two sheriff’s office personnel at its regular meeting June 10.
Wall, Smith, Bateman Inc. presented the county’s 2025 annual financial audit. Audit Shareholder Jessica Bogner and Audit Manager Kellene Sandoval reported an unmodified — or clean — opinion on the county’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, with no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in internal controls. The county also received a clean opinion on federal program compliance. The auditors flagged one finding: budget-to-actual variances in the Airport and Mineral Gas Improvement District funds. Bogner characterized it as a low-risk administrative matter. County Administrator Roni Wisdom committed to correcting the budget process before the 2026 cycle. The board accepted the audit 3-0.
The board granted a special use permit to Savanah Jo Inc. for a marijuana cultivation and marijuana infused products facility at 9650 County Road 8 South in unincorporated Alamosa County. Applicant Lillie Munoz presented the proposal for a 5,700-square-foot indoor facility on agriculturally zoned land. Land Use Director Richard Hubler told commissioners the application met all county standards. The permit carries conditions including state licensing compliance, an odor control plan, dark-sky-compliant lighting, hours limited to 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and an annual inspection. No members of the public commented. The board approved it 3-0.
Commissioners also approved a short-term rental special use permit for CYA Investments LLC, represented by Heidi Richardson, for a property at 27850 Road K. The permit limits occupancy to eight guests and requires the applicant to maintain state licensing and comply with county nuisance provisions. No public comment was offered. The vote was 3-0.
Sheriff Robert Jackson reported two internal promotions. Kenny Anderson was elevated to Undersheriff, filling a vacancy left by a recent retirement. William Squires was promoted to Lieutenant in patrol operations. Jackson said both moves reflect the department’s succession planning.
The board approved a secure transportation provider license for First Response K9 Security. Reyna Martinez-Ramirez, the San Luis Valley RETAC Director, confirmed the company met all background and standards requirements. Commissioners also reappointed Bryan Lindert, Executive Director of the San Luis Valley Small Business Development Center, as the county’s SBDC designee — a standard annual formality required for county participation in the network. Both items passed 3-0.
On the consent agenda, commissioners approved a $40,000-per-year renewal of the animal control services agreement with the City of Alamosa through 2028, a $25,000 DOLA grant for Airport Taxiway A reconstruction, a $15,000 canine maintenance contract with Canine Companions for the Drug Task Force, and a right-of-way agreement with the city and state for the U.S. Highway 160/285 widening project at no cost to the county.
Wisdom briefed commissioners on a potential refinancing of the Justice Center Certificates of Participation, noting a financial advisor has identified conditions that could reduce debt service costs. No action was taken; Wisdom said the county would return with formal documents if rates continue to support the move.
A representative from the District Attorney’s office provided a brief update on victim services caseloads and grant funding. No board action was required.
Wisdom also reported that county facilities work on the annex building is on schedule and that an IT systems upgrade is underway.
Commissioners reported attending regional meetings on water policy, state legislative issues through Colorado Counties Inc., and coordination with CDOT on road projects. Commissioner Lori Laske noted La Puente Home’s community navigator program continues to connect valley residents with county and state benefits.
The board entered executive session under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f) for a personnel matter and reported no action upon returning to open session.
The Alamosa County Board of County Commissioners meets regularly at the County Services Center, 8900 Independence Way, Alamosa.
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