Billings County public meetings in 2023
38 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for new buildings at Sully Creek Campground. The board will also review potential amendments to regulations regarding accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals.
- Conditional Use Permit for multi-purpose building at 14651 36th St SW, Medora
- Zoning change from Agricultural to Recreational for Sully Creek Campground
- Review of amendment alternatives for accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals
- Discussion of drafts for the Billings County Zoning Ordinance
Billings County Commission
The Commission will meet to handle year-end budget amendments and elect a Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2024. The body will also determine precincts and polling locations for upcoming elections. Other items include reviewing investment policies and various funding applications.
- Election of Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2024
- Setting of precincts and polling places for 2024 Elections
- Year end expenditure vouchers and budget amendments
- Flex Fund Application for Chateau Road
- FLAP Whitetail Project Funding
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Zoning Board will hold a working group session to discuss and draft an ordinance for short-term rentals in Billings County. The results will be compiled for a public hearing on December 21, 2023, during the regular Zoning Board meeting. No action will be taken at this work session.
- Draft ordinance for short-term rentals in Billings County
- Public hearing scheduled for December 21, 2023
- Site tour of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library on December 4, 2023 (no action taken)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission will review the Demores gym and classroom expansion for the school district and the 2022 audit report from Eide Bailly. The body will also address zoning applications, pipeline permits, and surplus property bids.
- Billings County School District Demores gym and classroom expansion
- Eide Bailly 2022 audit report
- Zoning applications and ARW/pipeline permits
- USFS Travel Management Plan discussion
- Back the Blue Attorney General Grant authorization for Sheriff’s Department
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Zoning Board will hold a working group session on December 7, 2023, to discuss and draft an ordinance for short-term rentals. The results will be compiled for a public hearing on December 21, 2023, during the regular Zoning Board meeting. The board will also tour the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library site on December 4, but no action will be taken at that work session.
- Draft ordinance for short-term rentals in Billings County
- Public hearing for proposed amendments on December 21, 2023
- Site tour of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library on December 4, 2023
- Meeting at TRPL office, 350 Third Ave, Medora, ND
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
This meeting agenda contains only a placeholder stating that the Billings County Zoning Agenda will be posted when available. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed at this time.
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval or denial of a variance for a residential garage, review zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary, and discuss draft amendments to zoning regulations for accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals. The board will also address potential and pending zoning violations and recommend any needed action.
- Variance request by David & Kathy Solga for a 40' x 64' garage with 10' lean-to at 2720 Green River Rd; proposed 16' sidewall height exceeds ordinance by 1 foot
- Review of zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary
- Discussion of amendment alternatives for accessory dwelling unit and short-term rental regulations in residential, agricultural, and recreational districts
- Review of draft amendments to the Billings County Zoning Ordinance
- Addressing potential and pending zoning violations
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is holding a special meeting to consider an issue regarding an employee personnel matter. The agenda contains no other items.
- Employee personnel matter
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to discuss routine reports, road projects, EMS billing, zoning applications, and a 911 fee agreement. The main item is the 2024 final budget hearing, where the commission will consider the county's spending plan for next year.
- Discussion of Joe Fritz's concern regarding the 135th Ave & 48th St project
- Billing/reimbursement for EMS services and policy manual update (page 21)
- Zoning applications and ARW/pipeline permits
- Joint powers agreement with NDACO for collection and distribution of 911 fees
- 2024 final budget hearing
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider recommending approval or denial of zoning applications, though none were submitted at publication time. The board will also review amendment alternatives for zoning regulations on accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals, and discuss possible recommendations for amending the county zoning ordinance. Potential and pending zoning violations will be addressed, with recommendations for action by the Zoning Director, State's Attorney, or County Commissioners.
- No zoning applications submitted at time of publication
- Review of amendment alternatives for accessory dwelling unit and short-term rental regulations in residential, agricultural, and recreational districts
- Discussion of possible recommendations for amending the Billings County Zoning Ordinance
- Addressing potential and pending zoning violations
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to discuss department reports, a surplus property auction, waste receptacles in South Medora, zoning applications and pipeline permits, a Fryburg school matter, and hiring practices. The agenda also includes routine items like vouchers and an HR manual addition.
- Surplus property auction discussion
- Waste receptacles in South Medora
- Zoning applications and ARW/pipeline permits
- Fryburg school discussion
- HR manual addition (EMS) and COBRA oil & gas division order
The commission approved the purchase of a John Deere 872G and two Western Star 47X tractors. The board also approved several pipeline and ARW permits and mandated that all vacant county positions be advertised and published.
- Approved purchase of John Deere 872G for $460,720.00 (All aye)
- Approved purchase of two 2025 Western Star 47X tractors for $344,012.00 (All aye)
- Approved ARW 2023-21, Pipeline Permit 4455, and Renew Pipeline Permit 4448 (All aye)
- Approved Cobra Oil & Gas Division Order transfer from Whiting (All aye)
- Agreed to 50/50 split with the city on dumpster bill
- Agreed to updates for the Glade School office
- Mandated that all vacant positions be advertised and published
- Approved August payroll for General, Road and Bridge, and Weed funds
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is holding a special meeting for the North Dakota Association of Counties presidential tour to discuss local issues with commissioners, department heads, and employees. No motions or official actions will be taken at this meeting.
- Special meeting on August 30, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. in the commission room of the Billings County Courthouse
- Discussion with ND Association of Counties presidential tour
- No motions or action taken
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval or denial of a residence application in the Medora ETZ, review zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary, and discuss possible amendments to the county zoning ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals. The board will also address potential and pending zoning violations and recommend any needed action.
- Medora ETZ Application 2023-15: Jim & Patricia Broten request for a residence on a 30.62-acre tract in S1/2SE1/4 27-140-102 (14612 River Dr), zoned Historical Integrity
- Review of zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary prior to final review by zoning director
- Discussion of zoning regulations for accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals in residential, agricultural, and recreational districts
- Possible recommendations for amending the Billings County Zoning Ordinance
- Addressing potential and pending zoning violations
The board approved a residential application for a 30.62 acre tract in the ETZ. Members discussed the lack of county regulations for short-term rentals and administrative policies for processing ETZ applications.
- Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (All aye)
- Approved application 2023-15 for residence at 14612 River Dr (All aye)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board approved a mutual aid agreement with the Golva Fire Department and authorized an increased bank pledge amount. The board also approved the financial statement and payment of bills.
- Approved Golva FD mutual aid agreement (unanimous)
- Approved increased bank pledge amount (unanimous)
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills (unanimous)
- Approved July 19, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including the 2024 preliminary budget, zoning applications, road and pipeline permits, and a school district request. The agenda includes updates from various departments and a possible executive session on Little Missouri River crossing negotiations.
- 2024 Billings County preliminary budget and department head reports
- Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation zoning application 2023-01 (Part 2) for lighting and accessory structures
- Zoning applications and ARW/pipeline permits
- 37th St and 132nd Ave SW section line preliminary plans and permit application
- Billings County School District Bankhead Jones request 2024
The commission approved the 2024 preliminary county budget and a resolution to acquire property for the Little Missouri River Crossing Road and Bridge Project. The board also approved several agricultural road approach applications and a shop construction permit in the ETZ.
- Approved 2024 County preliminary budget (All voted aye)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-13 for Little Missouri River Crossing Road and Bridge Project property acquisition (2-1)
- Approved four ARW applications for ag approaches and road construction (All voted aye)
- Approved ETZ application for Jim Bridger to build a 50’x70’ storage shop (All voted aye)
- Approved consolidated ROW easements for fiber project (All voted aye)
- Approved ARW application 2023-19 for SEH Meridian energy company pending States Attorney approval (All voted aye)
- Approved letters of support for Western Heritage Destination Development and NDDOT TR Expressway Freight Expansion projects (All voted aye)
- Approved accessory structures, outdoor lighting, and conditions for 2023-01 TRPL application (All voted aye)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is holding a special meeting to further negotiations on the Little Missouri River Crossing, with an executive session expected, and to review and discuss the 2024 department and general fund budgets. The agenda is limited to these two items.
- Little Missouri River Crossing negotiations (executive session expected)
- 2024 department and general fund budget review
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval or denial of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation's final site plan for exterior lighting, a berm and canopy walkway, and a maintenance/trash enclosure. The board will also review zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary and discuss possible amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals. A work session at 10:30 am will feature a Granicus webinar on short-term rental regulations, with no decisions made. The board will also address potential zoning violations.
- Final site plan review for TRPL components: exterior lighting, berm/canopy walkway, maintenance/trash enclosure
- TRPL project on 90.21-acre and 3.56-acre tracts, zoned Recreational, at 3410 Chateau Rd, Medora
- Review of zoning applications within Medora Area Plan boundary
- Discussion of accessory dwelling unit and short-term rental regulations in residential, agricultural, and recreational districts
- Work session at 10:30 am on short-term rental regulations via Granicus webinar
The board approved several site plan elements for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, including lighting, a walkway, and a maintenance shed. It also approved a detached garage application and extended a project permit from one to two years.
- Approved detached garage at 3511 East River Rd for storage only (All aye)
- Approved TRPL berm and canopy walkway (All aye)
- Approved TRPL trailhead canopy (All aye)
- Approved TRPL maintenance shed and trash enclosure (All aye)
- Approved TRPL outdoor lighting as submitted (All aye)
- Extended TRPL permit from one year to two years (All aye)
- Approved June 15, 2023 minutes (All aye)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board approved the financial statement, paid bills, and adopted the preliminary budget for the next fiscal year. A budget hearing was scheduled for September 20. The board also approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting.
- Approved June 21, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary budget for next fiscal year (unanimous)
- Set budget hearing date for September 20 at 7:00 PM (unanimous)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission adopted a revised HR policy manual with specific changes to holiday designations and agency naming. The board also approved three ARW permits and a letter of support for a Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library grant application.
- Adopted HR policy manual with two changes (All voted aye)
- Approved three ARW permits for Ragnar Exploration, Don Schmeling, and TRPL (All voted aye)
- Approved letter of support for TRPL Destination Development grant application (All voted aye)
- Approved $10 per 1,000 gallons for water purchased from county residents (All voted aye)
- Scheduled special budget review meeting for July 26th at 1:00pm (All voted aye)
- Approved June meeting minutes with correction regarding holding ponds (All voted aye)
- Entered executive session to discuss Little Missouri River Crossing negotiations (2-1)
- Approved various claims for payment and June revenue vouchers
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The Board approved a letter of support for the creation of Assistant Fire Chief and Assistant Emergency Manager positions. Members also adjusted a donation recipient and approved the monthly financial statements.
- Approved May 17, 2023 minutes
- Rescinded March motion to donate $100 to Belfield Sportsman’s Club
- Approved $100 donation to Slope Area Rifle & Pistol Club
- Approved letter of support for Assistant Fire Chief and Assistant Emergency Manager positions
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider recommending approval or denial of zoning items to the Board of County Commissioners. No applications were submitted at the time of publication. The board will review any zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary and discuss potential or pending zoning violations, recommending action as needed.
- No zoning applications at time of publication
- Review of Medora Area Plan materials
- Discussion of potential and pending zoning violations
- Recommendations to Zoning Director, State's Attorney, or Board of County Commissioners
The board approved a recommendation to the city for a detached garage application. Members requested the applicant consider reducing the building size and increasing the setback from the road. A final review is scheduled for next month.
- Approved minutes as presented (All aye)
- Approved agenda as presented (All aye)
- Approved recommendation to the city for 50’ x 90’ garage at 3511 East River Rd
- Adjourned meeting at 1:59 P.M. (All aye)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to hear department reports, discuss a cost of living allowance, and review zoning and pipeline permits. A public hearing is scheduled for the County Board of Equalization. The commission will also consider several administrative items, including a credit card policy, an employee retirement contribution issue, and a 2023 county audit contract with Eide Bailly.
- Public hearing on County Board of Equalization
- Discussion of Demores School expansion preliminary plans
- Cost of Living Allowance discussion
- 2023 County Audit Contract with Eide Bailly
- Credit Card Policy review
The commission approved a $2M pledge for the 2024 budget to support a new gymnasium and classrooms at Demores school. Other key actions included approving 2023 county assessments and a 2.5% cost-of-living salary increase for 2024.
- Pledged $2M for Demores school building project for 2024 budget (All aye)
- Approved 2.5% COLA increase on individual salaries for 2024 budget (All aye)
- Approved 2023 Billings County assessments (All aye)
- Approved Consolidated Telecom and other ARW utility permits (All aye)
- Approved three-year renewal for Temporary Use Permits 2020-6 and 2020-7 (All aye)
- Approved Armbrust sand lease agreement (All aye)
- Approved credit card authorization policy (All aye)
- Tabled building permit waiver application until July meeting (All aye)
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider recommending approval or denial of zoning applications, though none were submitted at publication time. The board will review any applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary, discuss building permit administration policy, and address potential or pending zoning violations. The meeting is open to the public, with remote attendance via Zoom available.
- No zoning applications at time of publication
- Review of Medora Area Plan materials
- Policy discussion on building permit administration
- Addressing potential and pending zoning violations
The board recommended a building permit waiver for certain residential agricultural structures to the county commission. Two temporary use permits for industrial use in agricultural districts were extended. Two ETZ applications were approved administratively.
- Recommended adoption of building permit waiver application (All voted aye)
- Extended temporary use permit for industrial use at 13050 Magpie Rd SW for 3 years (All voted aye, Anita Kessel abstained)
- Extended temporary use permit for industrial use at 2560 123rd Ave SW for 3 years (All voted aye, Anita Kessel abstained)
- Approved ETZ application for TRMF shed at 3370 Pool Dr administratively
- Approved ETZ application for Randy Hatzenbuhler home at 14640 36TH ST SW administratively
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The Board approved an increased bank pledge and the current financial statements. Members also agreed to hire an HVAC technician to repair the ice maker at the Fryburg station.
- Approved April 19, 2023 minutes
- Approved increased bank pledge
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills
- Agreed to hire HVAC service tech for Fryburg station ice maker repair
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to hear department reports, discuss zoning applications and pipeline permits, receive updates on the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and the Medora Area Plan, and consider miscellaneous items including vouchers and an EMS Week proclamation. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions listed.
- Zoning applications and ARW/pipeline permits discussion
- Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library update
- Building permit process discussion
- Medora Area Plan and legislative update
- Clarification of compensated time policy
The commission approved the EMS Week Proclamation for May 21-27, 2023, and amended the compensated time policy to require use before vacation but not sick leave. Two zoning applications for an underground electrical line and a new approach were approved. A building permit waiver application was deferred to the next meeting for updates.
- Approved EMS Week Proclamation for May 21-27, 2023 (unanimous)
- Amended compensated time policy: must be used before vacation, not sick leave (unanimous)
- Approved ARW 2023-8: Continental Resources underground electrical line on 28th St SW (unanimous)
- Approved ARW 2023-9: Paul Kuntz new approach on 28th St SW (unanimous)
- Deferred building permit waiver application to next meeting for updates
- Approved claims for payment as listed
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider recommending approval or denial of zoning items to the Board of County Commissioners. No applications were listed at the time of publication, but the board will review any submitted before the meeting. They will also review Medora Area Plan materials and address potential or pending zoning violations, recommending action as needed.
- No zoning applications listed at time of publication
- Review of Medora Area Plan materials
- Discussion of potential and pending zoning violations
- Recommendations to Zoning Director, State's Attorney, or Board of County Commissioners
- Remote attendance available via Zoom
The board approved the March 16, 2023 minutes and reviewed the Medora Area Plan draft. An application to move a cabin to the Medora Campground was reviewed for administrative approval. The board requested clarification on a proposed agricultural building permit opt-out before the May meeting.
- Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (All aye)
- Approved amended agenda (All aye)
- Reviewed Application 2023-8 (TRMF) for administrative approval to move a cabin to Medora Campground
- Tabled discussion on agricultural building permit opt-out pending wording clarification
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board approved $2,000 in total support for the Belfield and Sentinel Butte Fire Departments to help cover meal costs for the NDFA convention. A $50 donation to the ND Firefighter’s Association was also approved. The board reviewed financial statements and awarded a tower bid to Mesquite Valley.
- Approved March 15, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 each for Belfield and Sentinel Butte Fire Departments for convention meal costs (unanimous)
- Awarded 180’ tower bid at Fairfield Station to Mesquite Valley
- Approved $50 donation to ND Firefighter’s Association (unanimous)
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills (unanimous)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and a series of operational items, including an update on the Little Missouri River crossing, a 2020/2021 audit report, and a tower site bid opening. The board will also discuss a South Medora emergency building, a correction center contract amendment, and payroll policies, with executive sessions expected for negotiation and legal advice.
- Little Missouri River crossing update, land acquisition and valuations, with executive session expected
- Jared Mack of Eide Bailly presenting 2020/2021 audit report
- Tower site bid opening
- Southwest Multi County Correction Center contract amendment
- South Medora emergency building discussion with Interstate Engineering
The Commission approved several claims and payments, including $1,269.00 for the Billings County Fair and $1,135.00 for the County Historical Society. The board also discussed the 2023 budget and the potential for a new building project.
- Approved $1,269.00 payment for Billings County Fair
- Approved $1,135.00 payment for County Historical Society
- Approved $1,235.00 payment for the County Library
- Approved $1,000.00 payment for the County Museum
- Approved $1,000.00 payment for the County Fair
- Approved $1,000.00 payment for the County Historical Society
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The board approved the minutes from February 16, 2023, and the meeting agenda. Members viewed a presentation on the Medora Area Plan, but no decisions were made regarding the plan.
- Approved February 16, 2023 minutes (All voted aye)
- Approved meeting agenda (All voted aye)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board held its annual election to fill four open positions. All four nominees were elected by unanimous vote.
- Approved previous year's board election minutes
- Elected Scott Hutzenbiler to the board (unanimous)
- Elected Kasey Malkowski to the board (unanimous)
- Elected Sandy Baertsch to the board (unanimous)
- Elected Jon Klym to the board (unanimous)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board approved the previous year's annual meeting minutes. Three board positions were filled through nominations and votes.
- Approved last year's annual meeting minutes
- Reelected Dwayne Shypkoski to the board
- Elected Corey Simnioniw to the board
- Elected Brian Buckman to the board
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to approve minutes and the agenda, hear department head reports, and discuss building permits and requirements, zoning and pipeline permits, and payroll policies. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion regarding building permits and requirements
- Tax & Zoning Director report on zoning and ARW/pipeline permits
- Payroll policies discussion
- Continental Resources Division Order Amendment
- Revenue and expenditure vouchers
The commission approved updated personnel policies regarding snow day compensation, leave transfers, and holiday pay effective April 1, 2023. Other actions included approving a roof project and a zoning application.
- Approved $27,939.00 proposal from Twin City Roofing for roof snow cleats
- Approved new personnel policies for snow day pay, leave transfers, and holiday double-time (All voted aye)
- Approved zoning application for Luke Hlebechuk for a house on 22nd St SW
- Approved farm home exemption abatement
- Approved Continental Resources division order transfer of ownership
- Approved February payroll for General Fund ($203,900.46), Road and Bridge Fund ($129,157.70), and Weed Fund ($13,240.37)
- Approved February revenue vouchers for Recorder, Zoning, Court, EMS, and Sheriff
- Tabled review of agricultural building permit opt-out request to next meeting
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider recommending approval or denial of a minor subdivision and rezoning request, and to address a zoning violation involving semi-truck parking in a residential district. The board will also review zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary and discuss potential or pending violations.
- Luke Hlebechuk: minor subdivision of 5.0-acre tract in SW1/4 22-142-99 (12865 22nd St SW), rezoning from agricultural to residential for a house
- Zoning violation: Steven Hanel, parking semi-truck with industrial gas tank trailer in Residential district, 1.03-acre tract in NW1/4NW1/4 26-141-99 (2816 Hwy 85 SW)
- Review of zoning applications within Medora Area Plan boundary
- Review of Medora Area Plan materials (www.medora150.com)
- Discussion of potential and pending zoning violations and recommended actions
The board approved a minor subdivision and rezoning request for a 5.0 acre tract. It also ruled that a zoning violation involving a semi-truck and industrial gas tank trailer must be remedied. The board approved the January 19, 2023, minutes and the meeting agenda.
- Approved minutes from January 19, 2023 (All aye)
- Approved meeting agenda (All aye)
- Approved minor subdivision and rezoning from agricultural to residential for Luke Hlebechuk at 12865 22nd St SW, conditional upon final survey, setback review, and easements (All aye)
- Ruled that Steven Hanel must move a semi-truck and industrial gas tank trailer off the residential district at 2816 Hwy 85 SW (Unanimous)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The board approved the previous month's minutes and reviewed the elected officers for the Fairfield, Medora, and Fryburg stations. Members discussed 2023 convention ad sales and golf tournament logistics. The board also noted the upcoming annual election on March 15.
- Approved January meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Nominated Frank Lukowski to Medora district department
- Nominated Logan Quimby to Fryburg district department
Billings County Commission
The board voted to proceed with the Little Missouri River crossing bridge project at the location selected in the Environmental Impact Statement. The commission also approved zoning applications for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and several million-dollar budget transfers.
- Approved Little Missouri River crossing bridge project (2-1)
- Approved zoning application 2023-1 for Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library with conditions (3-0)
- Approved $6,000 salary increase for Clerk/Recorder and $1.00/hr increase for deputies (3-0)
- Approved budget transfer of $4,507,418.82 from Road & Bridge to BankHead Jones Land Utilization (3-0)
- Approved budget transfer of $2,906,298.55 from Road & Bridge to BLM Mineral Royalty Land Utilization (3-0)
- Approved budget transfer of $966,533.00 from Road & Bridge to Federal PILT Land Utilization (3-0)
- Approved $2,500 per year lease for Van Horn radio tower (3-0)
- Approved Bowman radar service contract (3-0)
Billings County Planning & Zoning Board
The Billings County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval or denial of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation's application, which includes a final site plan review and a request for a two-year permit. The board will also review other zoning applications within the Medora Area Plan boundary and address potential zoning violations.
- Final site plan review for Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library on 90.21-acre and 3.56-acre tracts near Medora (3410 Chateau Rd)
- Request for two-year permit instead of one-year expiration (zoning ordinance section 7.7.1c)
- Review of zoning applications within Medora Area Plan boundary
- Discussion of potential and pending zoning violations
The Planning & Zoning Board approved the site plan and infrastructure for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library project. The board also granted a two-year permit extension due to the project's size and scope. Several conditions were attached regarding future approvals for lighting and accessory structures.
- Approved application 2023-01 for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library site plan (5-0)
- Approved extension of permit from one year to two years (5-0)
- Approved concepts for parking canopies, PV panels, and boardwalk pavilions pending final plans
- Approved outdoor lighting concept pending final plans
- Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (All aye)
Rural Fire District Board Meetings
The Board approved the quarterly pledge report and authorized the payment of bills. They also scheduled the annual board election for March 15 at the Medora rural hall.
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled Annual Fire Board Election for March 15 at 7:00PM (unanimous)
- Approved quarterly pledge report from First State Bank of Golva (unanimous)
- Approved financial statement and payment of bills (unanimous)
Billings County Commission
The Billings County Commission is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, hear department head reports, and discuss zoning and pipeline permits. They will also consider annual resolutions, including one opposing legislation that would make the clerk of court office a state office, and review revenue and expenditure vouchers.
- Resolution 2023-12 opposing legislation to make the clerk of court office a state office
- Zoning and ARW/pipeline permits discussion
- Reports from engineers and road superintendent Pat Redmond
- Revenue and expenditure vouchers
- Nexus - Upper Missouri G & T Electric Cooperative - FEMA BRIC Grant
The commission approved 12 annual resolutions, including a formal opposition to legislation that would transition the County Clerk of Court to a state agency. The board also approved annual salaries for county officials and various operational appointments. A zoning change for a residential home on 121st Ave SW was upheld.
- Approved Resolution 2023-12 opposing the transition of the Clerk of Court to a state office
- Approved annual salaries for county officials and employees via Resolution 2023-11
- Approved $2,500 annual lease for Sentinel Butte tower with a one-time $500 late fee
- Upheld zoning board decision to change 1.59 acres from agricultural to residential on 121st Ave SW
- Approved four tax abatement applications (3 for national park housing, 1 for a transferred deed)
- Approved MOU with Upper Missouri G&T regarding a FEMA grant for a substation
- Appointed Travis Collins to the Coordinated Regional Interoperability Board
- Appointed Steven Klym to RCRC and SWMCCC boards