Granite County public meetings in 2024

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will consider a second reading and decision on Resolution 2024-19 to affirmatively participate in the MT Community Reinvestment Plan. They will also discuss a request to the MT DOT for a speed study on I-90 from mile markers 143 to 148, begin initial talks on the 2025 county jail per day rate and employee per diem, and decide on updated electronics for the commissioners. Routine items include approval of December 24 minutes, correspondence, and reports from Road & Bridge and the Dam Tender.

• Second reading and decision on Resolution 2024-19 for participation in the MT Community Reinvestment Plan
• Discussion and decision on a letter requesting a speed study on I-90 from MM143 to MM148
• Initial discussion of County Jail per day rate and per diem for employees for 2025
• Discussion and decision on updated electronics for commissioners
• Dam Tender's report on Georgetown Lake Outflow with review and decision

The Granite County Commission approved Resolution 2024-18, establishing Algonquin Mine, Brown's Gulch, Cliff Gulch, and Tower Roads as county roads open to the public, with a 15-foot width cap and a planned relocation of a section of Cliff Gulch Road in 2025. The commission also voted to let the nuisance dog ordinance (2023-1) sunset and approved a resolution to participate in the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan, though a later attempt to adopt the resolution failed. Monthly claims totaling $165,339.30 and payroll of $192,972.42 were approved.

• Approved Resolution 2024-18 establishing four county roads (unanimous)
• Let nuisance dog ordinance 2023-1 sunset (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17 amending budget with CARES Act funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-19 to participate in MT Community Reinvestment Plan (2-1)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 2024-19 failed (no second)
• Approved 36-month protection plans for skid steer and 930 loader (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2017 Ford Explorer at auction, transfer of 2018 F-150 to Valley Fire (unanimous)
• Approved monthly claims of $165,339.30 and payroll of $192,972.42 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet on December 24 to discuss and decide on several items including approval of minutes, reports from Road & Bridge and Solid Waste, a dam tender report, and a closed session for a personnel matter. Key actions include authorizing letters to the state DOT for bridge repair funds and to Granite Disposal regarding a county fee, as well as discussing the Drummond Bridge repair contract with GreatWest. The board will also consider the Montana Rail Link abandonment exemption and Flint Creek Dam items for 2025.

• Letter to state DOT requesting funds for bridge repairs (10:10 a.m.)
• Discussion and decision on Drummond Bridge repair contract with GreatWest (10:30 a.m.)
• Closed session for a personnel matter (9:50 a.m.)
• Letter to Granite Disposal regarding a county fee (10:20 a.m.)
• Discussion of Montana Rail Link abandonment exemption in Granite County (11:00 a.m.)

The Granite County Commissioners approved a petition and resolution (2024-18) to establish Algonquin Mine, Brown's Gulch, Cliff Gulch, and Tower Roads as official county roads, keeping them open to the public. The board also approved a resolution to use CARES Act funding for the study commission budget, and sent letters to the state regarding bridge repair funds and a speed study on I-90. A resolution to participate in the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved Resolution 2024-18 establishing four roads as county roads (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17 amending budget with CARES Act funding (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to MT DOT requesting bridge repair funds (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to MT DOT requesting speed study on I-90 (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Granite Disposal to remove 'county fee' from invoices (unanimous)
• Approved 36-month protection plan for skid steer and 930 loader (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 2018 Ford F-150 to Valley Fire District (unanimous)
• Approved public auction of 2017 Ford Explorer with $3,000 minimum bid (unanimous)

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Local Government Review Board meets to discuss its budget and timetable, and to consider whether cooperating with the Town of Philipsburg would be beneficial. The agenda is mostly procedural, with one substantive discussion item.

• Budget discussion
• Timetable planning
• Discussion on potential cooperation with the Town of Philipsburg

The Granite County Local Government Review Study Commission approved its $10,453 budget for the review process, funded by a $12,000 levy. The commission also discussed and set a timetable for its work, which will be published in the Philipsburg Mail, and tabled bylaw discussions until the January meeting. The commission re-elected Gail Leeper as chair and Robin Wight as secretary, and approved placing approved minutes on the county website.

• Approved $10,453 Study Commission budget (unanimous)
• Re-elected Gail Leeper as chair (2-0, Snyder abstained)
• Re-elected Robin Wight as secretary (unanimous)
• Tabled bylaws discussion to January meeting (unanimous)
• Approved placing approved minutes on county website (unanimous)
• Set future meetings for third Thursday at 5:00 PM (unanimous)
• Timetable motion deferred to January meeting
• Invitation extended to Philipsburg Mayor Dan Reddish for January meeting

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session covering road establishment, bridge repair, and a road abandonment petition. They will consider a second reading of Resolution 2024-18 to establish four county roads, discuss repair of the Middle Fork Road bridge, and acknowledge a petition to abandon part of the North Fork of Lower Willow Creek Road. Other items include surplus vehicle transfers, a multi-county bridge grant application, and a first reading of a community reinvestment resolution.

• Second reading and decision on Resolution 2024-18 to establish Algonquin Mine Road, Brown's Gulch Road, Cliff Gulch Road, and Tower Road as public roads
• Discussion and decision on bridge repair for Middle Fork Road
• Petition to abandon a portion of the North Fork of Lower Willow Creek Road – acknowledge report and schedule public hearing
• Transfer of decommissioned 2018 Ford F-150 (Sheriff’s Office) to Valley Fire District; possible surplus auction of 2017 Ford Explorer
• Multi-County Grant Application for Bridges; Discussion & Decision

The Granite County Commission approved Resolution 2024-18, formally establishing Algonquin Mine, Brown's Gulch, Cliff Gulch, and Tower Roads as county roads, with a 15-foot width cap and a planned relocation of a section of Cliff Gulch Road in 2025. The commission also approved sending a letter to the state DOT requesting a speed study on I-90 near Bearmouth, and authorized Great West Engineering to prepare bid packets for repairing the South Main Street Bridge in Drummond. A motion to adopt Resolution 2024-19, which would have opted the county into the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan, failed for lack of a second.

• Approved Resolution 2024-18 establishing four county roads (unanimous)
• Approved letter to MT DOT requesting speed study on I-90 (unanimous)
• Approved Great West Engineering bid packets for Drummond bridge repair (unanimous)
• Approved 36-month protection plan for skid steer and 930 loader (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 2018 Ford F-150 to Valley Fire District (unanimous)
• Approved public auction of 2017 Ford Explorer with $3,000 minimum bid (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Granite Disposal regarding county fee on invoices (unanimous)
• Failed to adopt Resolution 2024-19 for Community Reinvestment Plan (motion not seconded)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Safety Committee will meet to receive updates on insurance claims and facility maintenance. The body will discuss reports regarding the courthouse, jail, roads, and solid waste container sites.

• Payne West claims report update from Rody Holman
• Montana State Fund workshop update from Mark Rosenleaf
• Courthouse update from Dee Dunkerson
• Jail update from Valerie Cartwright
• Roads and Solid Waste Container Sites updates from Paul Alt

The commission approved a petition and resolution establishing Algonquin Mine, Brown's Gulch, Cliff Gulch, and Tower Roads as Granite County roads, with a 15-foot width cap and no utilities except on Tower Road. The commission also approved a resolution to use CARES Act funding for the study commission budget, and approved numerous claims and payroll for November 2024. A motion to adopt Resolution 2024-19 for the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved petition to establish Algonquin Mine, Brown's Gulch, Cliff Gulch, and Tower Roads as county roads (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-18 ordering establishment of four county roads (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17 amending county budget to use CARES Act funding for study commission (unanimous)
• Approved $165,339.30 in claims and $192,972.42 in gross payroll for November 2024 (unanimous)
• Let nuisance dog ordinance 2023-1 sunset (unanimous)
• Approved 36-month protection plan for skid steer and 930 loader (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to MT DOT requesting speed study on I-90 near Bearmouth (unanimous)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 2024-19 for MT Community Reinvestment Plan failed (no second)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes and financials, receive reports, and conduct policy readings. New business includes a first reading of six library personnel policies and a second and final reading on volunteers, code of ethics, and emergency/disaster policy. The board will also discuss a 2025 fundraising plan, strategic planning, and board training. The meeting will go into closed session to review 2024 employee performance evaluations.

• First reading of six policies: Library Directory, Evaluation of Employees, Assistant Librarian, Library/Technology Support Clerk, Library Clerk, Library Program Manager
• Second and final reading of three policies: Volunteers, Librarian Code of Ethics, Emergency/Disaster
• Request to Friends for first postcard payment of $235.62
• Closed session to review 2024 employee performance evaluations for GV, LC, and KV
• Discussion of 2025 strategic planning and expansion ideas

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss using CARES Act funding for a Study Commission budget. The board will also consider a nuisance dog ordinance renewal and a request to lower speed limits near Bearmouth I-90.

• Resolution 2024-17: Amending County Budget to use CARES Act funding for Study Commission
• 2024-1 Nuisance Dog Ordinance Renewal
• Second Amended Bylaws of the Granite County DUI Task Force
• Request to the State to lower speed limit near Bearmouth I-90
• Georgetown Lake Outflow Dam Tender’s Report

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on several matters including a bridge repair update, the Georgetown Lake outflow dam report, and the first meeting of the Study Commission for Granite County. They will also discuss the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan revolving loan fund, a water and sewer utility line easement for the Town of Philipsburg, and a fuel reduction project at Village Lane Park. A closed session for a personnel matter is scheduled.

• Weekly report from Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt; bridge repair update and discussion/decision
• Dam Tender's report on Georgetown Lake Outflow; review and decision
• First meeting of the Study Commission for Granite County; discussion and decision
• Montana Community Reinvestment Plan revolving loan fund discussion
• Water and sewer utility line easement for the Town of Philipsburg; discussion and decision

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners and Study Commission will meet to appoint and swear in members. The commission will select a Chair and Secretary, undergo training, and establish a meeting schedule.

• Appointment of one Ex Officio Member
• Swearing in of Study Commission Members
• Selection of Study Commission Chair and Secretary
• Establishment of Study Commission meeting dates and times

County Commissioners

This is an organizational meeting for a newly formed study commission. The agenda covers appointment of an ex officio member, swearing in members, electing a chair and secretary, training, and setting future meeting dates. No substantive policy decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Appointment of one ex officio member by the Granite County Commission
• Swearing in of study commission members
• Selection of a chair and secretary by the commission
• Training for study commission members
• Setting of meeting dates and times for the commission

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review and certify the general election vote canvass, consider a surveyor's report on road petitions for Brown's Gulch, Algonquin, Tower, and Cliff Gulch Roads, and set a public hearing. They will also discuss a proposed fee increase from Willowrock Surveying, change orders for the courthouse bathroom and elevator project, and an annual Christmas gift for county employees. Routine items include approving previous minutes, claims, and appointments.

• Federal, state, and county general election vote canvass; review and decision
• Road petition report from surveyor on Brown's Gulch, Algonquin, Tower, and Cliff Gulch Roads; accepting report and setting public hearing
• Willowrock Surveying proposed fee increase; discussion and decision
• Courthouse bathroom and elevator project change orders; discussion and decision
• Annual Christmas gifts for county employees; discussion and decision

Valley Fire District

This is a routine board meeting of the Valley Fire District. The agenda includes a treasurer's report, old business with a resolution (1-1-2024), and new business, but no specific details on actions or discussions are provided.

• Resolution 1-1-2024 under old business, content unspecified

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session on November 12, 2024, with discussion and decisions on several items, including the FY2025 Extension Services Agreement with Montana State University and the Headwaters RC&D Region C-Pace program. They will also discuss the courthouse elevator and ADA project, review monthly claims, and consider reappointments to various boards. The meeting includes a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Decision on FY2025 Extension Services Agreement with Montana State University Extension Office
• Discussion on OAC Meeting regarding Courthouse Elevator & ADA Project
• Decision on Headwaters RC&D Region C-Pace Program
• Reappointments: David Lee to Airport Board, Sarah Graham to Philipsburg TV Board, Tom Rue to Tax Appeal Board and Planning Board
• Review and approval of Monthly Claims

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will hold its final policy review meeting, covering the Library Director responsibilities and evaluation, and the Interlibrary Loan Policy. The board will also discuss the 2025 Postcard Campaign. The one-hour meeting may continue unfinished items in December.

• Review of responsibilities for Library Director and employees
• Evaluation of Library Director Gina
• Interlibrary Loan Policy review
• Discussion of 2025 Postcard Campaign

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 30, 2024. The board will review first readings of several policies (Volunteers, Librarian Code of Ethics, Emergency/Disaster) and consider amendments to the annual leave policy. Other business includes a request to the Friends of the Library for mortgage and principal payments, the 2025 fundraising plan, and nominations for vice chair.

• First reading of policies: Volunteers, Librarian Code of Ethics, Emergency/Disaster
• Amendment to annual leave policy regarding forfeiture of excess leave
• Request to Friends for mortgage payments and payment of principal
• 2025 Fundraising Plan/Timeline – trustees to report on tasks
• Strategic planning session and board training hours (1/3 completed)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to review weekly reports and decide on several board reappointments. The body will also discuss the Georgetown Lake outflow and a security deposit for the County’s Hall Rental House.

• Reappointments for Valley Fire District Board, Flint Creek FSA, GTL Volunteer Fire, Granite County Weed Board, and Valley Cemetery District Board
• Decision on Georgetown Lake Outflow report
• Decision on security deposit return for County’s Hall Rental House
• Weekly reports from Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt and Solid Waste

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on infrastructure and safety reports. Key items include dam safety updates and road maintenance agreements.

• James Prusa Road Maintenance Agreement Update
• Georgetown Lake Outflow Dam Tender’s Report
• Edwards Tract A Project Lease Amendment
• Flint Creek Project responses to FERC and 2024 Dam Safety Inspection Report
• Review and approval of monthly claims

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health will meet to review and approve the 2024-2025 Pandemic Influenza Plan. The board will also receive reports from the county sanitarian, public health officer, and PHEP representative.

• Review and approval of Pandemic Influenza Plan 2024-2025
• Granite County Sanitarian Report with Chad Lanes
• Granite County Public Health Report with Deb Robinson
• Tobacco Prevention Report with Amanda Boher
• Granite County PHEP Report with Jackie Bolster

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session on October 15, 2024, addressing a range of administrative and land-use items. Key decisions include approving a preliminary plat for the Lower Willow Creek Minor Subdivision, reviewing a petition to abandon a county road at 460 Lower Willow Creek Road, and discussing a lease amendment for the Edwards Tract A Marina Project. The board will also review the FY 2023 financial audit and proposed amendments to the county personnel policy manual regarding leave and holiday pay.

• Lower Willow Creek Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval (discussion & decision)
• Petition to Abandon County Road intersecting Lower Willow Creek Road at 460 Lower Willow Creek Road, Hall MT (receive, review, call for road investigation)
• Requested Lease Amendment for Edwards Tract A Marina Project (discussion & decision)
• Financial Auditor Don Davies presenting Granite County's FY 2023 Financial Audit (discussion & decision)
• Proposed Amendments to Granite County Personnel Policy Manual on Leave/Holiday Pay (discussion & decision)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a policy review meeting. Members will evaluate guidelines regarding volunteers, ethics, and emergency procedures.

• Review of Volunteer policy
• Review of Librarian Code of Ethics
• Review of Emergency/Disaster policy
• Review of Library Board and Library Director responsibilities and evaluation
• Review of Interlibrary Loan Policy

County Commissioners

The commission will consider approving school budgets and a superintendent's contract, discuss change orders for the courthouse elevator ADA project, and review personnel policy amendments. Public comment is invited on any item. The meeting also includes monthly reports and claims approval.

• School budgets review and approval
• Superintendent of Schools contract with Bridget Perry
• Courthouse ADA bathroom & elevator project change orders (fire door wiring, floor wall heater, re-route exhaust fans)
• County courthouse roof drawings by Slate Architecture
• Campbell Family Transfer request for two-year hold waiver on Parcel 1-A-2

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session to discuss and decide on several items, including a contract for the Superintendent of Schools, a lease for Riddick Field Hangar 1, and approval of school budgets and monthly claims. Courthouse projects such as an elevator/ADA project, fire door wiring change order, and roof drawings by Slate Architecture are also on the agenda. A work session on personnel policy amendments and an update on a lawsuit are scheduled. Public comment is invited on any item.

• Granite County Superintendent of Schools Contract with Bridget Perry (discussion & decision)
• Granite County School Budgets review and approval
• Riddick Field Hangar 1 Lease Agreement (discussion & decision)
• Courthouse Fire Door Wiring Change Order (discussion & decision)
• County Courthouse Roof Drawings by Slate Architecture (discussion & decision)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on an informational sheet regarding a luxury vehicle tax, as well as Foundational Public Health Services Improvement Grants. Other items include a dam tender's report, an airport board update, and interpretation of the personnel policy on holiday pay. The board will also tour the Town of Philipsburg's sewer project on Tuesday and conduct commissioner assistant interviews on Wednesday.

• Discussion and decision on luxury vehicle tax
• Discussion and decision on Foundational Public Health Services Improvement Grants
• Roof drawings by Slate Architecture for discussion and decision
• Tour of Town of Philipsburg's sewer project
• Commissioner assistant interviews and conditional employment offer

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to make decisions on the luxury vehicle tax and the interpretation of holiday pay in the personnel policy handbook. The session includes reports on roads, bridges, and the Georgetown Lake outflow, as well as interviews for a Commissioner Assistant.

• Discussion and decision on Granite County Luxury Vehicle Tax
• Interpretation of Personnel Policy Handbook regarding holiday pay
• Review of roof drawings by Slate Architecture
• Update from Granite County Airport Board
• Interviews for Commissioner Assistant position

The Granite County Commission approved September 2024 claims totaling $194,508.99 and gross payroll of $199,761.69 for 54 employees, along with payroll liabilities of $160,667.79. The board also approved the FY 2023 financial audit, school budgets, a courthouse reroof proposal, and personnel policy amendments on holiday pay. A preliminary airport hangar development plan was approved contingent on a lease release, and the Lower Willow Creek subdivision preliminary plat was approved with conditions.

• Approved September 2024 claims totaling $194,508.99
• Approved gross payroll of $199,761.69 for 54 employees
• Approved FY 2023 financial audit (unmodified opinion)
• Approved Granite County School budgets for FY 2025
• Approved courthouse reroof proposal with Slate Architecture
• Approved personnel policy amendments on leave/holiday pay
• Approved preliminary development plan for Hangar 1 & 2 at Riddick Field (contingent on lease release)
• Approved Lower Willow Creek subdivision preliminary plat with conditions

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will decide on potential fire restrictions and public health MOUs with local schools and the medical center. The board will also review a water and sewer encroachment permit and a building envelope change at Badger Bay.

• Decision on potential fire restrictions in Granite County
• Public Health MOUs with Drummond Public Schools, Philipsburg School District, Hall Elementary School, and Granite County Medical Center
• Encroachment permit and easement request for water and sewer connection from Ed Linn
• Building envelope change at Badger Bay
• Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program Task Order

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comment and approval of August minutes. New business includes a final reading and approval of six policies (Posting Notices, Free Material, Trustees Code of Ethics, Computer/Internet Use, 3D Printer, Library Records Confidentiality) and discussion of the 2025 fundraising plan. Old business covers updates on the 2024 strategic plan, clarification of leave days, and rental of two basement offices.

• Final reading and approval of six library policies
• Discussion of 2025 fundraising plan and mailing labels
• Clarification on groups using the back room
• Update on 2024 strategic plan completion status
• Two basement office spaces available for rent

Valley Fire District

The Valley Fire District Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a treasurer's report, old business including Resolution 1-1-2024, and new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no further details on the resolution's content.

• Consideration of Resolution 1-1-2024 under old business

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on several items, including the formal acceptance of Wyman Gulch, Little Gold, and Royal Gold Roads as county roads. Other agenda items include an update on the Blackfoot Fiber Optic Project road repairs, a review of the Dam Tender's report for Georgetown Lake outflow, approval of monthly claims, and a request from the Victims/Witness Advocate for a county credit card. The meeting also includes a quarterly safety meeting with a separate agenda, board minutes, and public comment.

• Process to formally accept Wyman Gulch, Little Gold, and Royal Gold Roads as county roads
• Blackfoot Fiber Optic Project update on road repairs
• Review and decision on Dam Tender's report for Georgetown Lake outflow
• Granite County Victims/Witness Advocate request for a county credit card
• Approval of monthly claims

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to decide on the formal acceptance of several roads as county roads. The board will also discuss potential fire restrictions and the issuance of a county credit card for the Victims / Witness Advocate.

• Decision on formally accepting Wyman Gulch, Little Gold, and Royal Gold Roads as county roads
• Discussion and decision on potential fire restrictions in Granite County
• Request for a County Credit Card for Victims / Witness Advocate Pennie Pyle
• Review and decision on Georgetown Lake Outflow report
• Update on road repairs for the Blackfoot Fiber Optic Project

County Commissioners

The Granite County Safety Committee will meet on September 10, 2024, to hear updates from various departments including Payne West, roads, jail, and maintenance. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Payne West claims report and annual inspection
• Montana State Fund safety workshop in Bozeman
• Updates on courthouse, maintenance, jail, roads, and solid waste container sites
• Montana Safety Culture Act review by department heads and employees
• Quarterly Safety Training to be sent to employees in October

Granite County DUI Task Force

The DUI Task Force will review reinstatement fee balances and the Fiscal Year Plan. The body will discuss DUI patrols, school speaker reports, and community education ideas.

• Financial report on reinstatement fees and current balance
• July 1, 2024 DUI Task Force Plan Acceptance Letter
• Sheriff's MIP/DUI report
• Vaping education ideas from Amanda Bohrer
• Review of second revised bylaws

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2024-2025 budget, then consider a resolution adopting it with a cost-of-living increase for county employees. They will also vote on a resolution to withdraw from the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority. Other items include discussion of fire restrictions, road repairs, and a surplus ambulance bid.

• Resolution 2024-15 to withdraw from Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (second reading and adoption)
• Public hearing and resolution (2024-16) adopting FY2024-2025 budget with salary and cost-of-living increases for county employees
• Awarding of surplus property bid for an unused and inoperable ambulance
• Discussion on potential fire restrictions in Granite County
• Discussion on Wyman Gulch, Little Gold, and Royal Gold roads

The Granite County Commission approved the FY2024-2025 budget, including salaries and a cost of living increase for county employees, and set the mills. They also adopted a resolution to withdraw from the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (2-1), approved an encroachment permit for water/sewer connections, and accepted three roads as county roads. Monthly claims totaling $364,633.40 and payroll of $203,527.64 were approved.

• Adopted FY2024-2025 budget with salaries and cost of living increase (unanimous)
• Set mills for fiscal year 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-15 to withdraw from Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (2-1)
• Approved encroachment permit for Ed Linn water/sewer connections (unanimous)
• Approved building envelope change at Badger Bay (unanimous)
• Approved monthly claims for August 2024 totaling $364,633.40 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Jarrod Kruger at $60/hr for dam maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved MOUs with Drummond Public Schools, Philipsburg School District, Hall School (unanimous)

Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area

The Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department and the Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area are holding back-to-back meetings on August 29, 2024. The agendas consist of standard procedural items: approval of previous minutes, treasurer’s report and budget review, updates on unfinished and new business, and public comment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meetings appear to cover routine governance and financial oversight.

• Review of Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department budget
• Treasurer’s report for the volunteer fire department

The Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department and its Fire Service Area board approved spending $38,000 to complete a radio replacement project funded partly by a $10,000 grant, and up to $66,000 for new turnout clothing. The FSA board also approved a $75,000 annual operating budget request. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $38,000 for radio replacement project (unanimous)
• Approved up to $66,000 for new turnout clothing (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 annual operating budget request (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report including balance sheet and profit/loss (unanimous)
• Accepted property certification of 1,173 properties, $205,152.79 revenue (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The commissioners will hold a public hearing and first reading for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including employee cost of living increases. The board will also consider withdrawing from the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority.

• Resolution 2024-16 A: Adopting the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget with salaries and cost of living increase
• Resolution 2024-15 A: Withdrawal from Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority
• Little Gold Coin Road Culvert Replacement
• Area V Agreement Granite County Public Health SFY 2025 Contract Modification
• Discussion on potential fire restrictions in Granite County

County Commissioners

The commissioners will review the county budget and discuss several inter-agency agreements. The board will also consider appointments to the Philipsburg Community Library Board and a consulting agreement for courthouse roofing.

• Review of the Philipsburg Community Library FY 2025 budget
• Consulting agreement with Dave Kaufmann for the Courthouse Roofing Project
• USGS Joint Funding Agreement 25RSJFA006
• Area V Agreement with Granite County Medical Center
• Membership and dues for the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will consider potential fire restrictions and a request for emergency use of Georgetown Lake water for firefighting aircraft. They will also discuss a consulting proposal for the courthouse roof project, possible purchase of county ambulances, and a budget work session. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, road and bridge reports, and monthly claims.

• Discussion and decision on potential fire restrictions in Granite County
• District Ranger to discuss emergency water use from Georgetown Lake for firefighting aircraft
• Proposal from Dave Kauffman for consulting services on courthouse roof project
• Sarah Morris to discuss possible purchase of county ambulance(s)
• Granite County budget work session

County Commissioners

Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on multiple items including potential fire restrictions, a hospital update with public bidding for piped oxygen, a development on Rumsey Road, a settlement with Ace Roofing, and an appointment to the Philipsburg Fire Service Area Board. The meeting also includes routine business such as approving minutes and weekly reports.

• Potential fire restrictions in Granite County – discussion and decision
• Granite County Medical Center CEO Brian Huso to provide hospital update; public bidding for piped oxygen into needed areas – discussion and decision
• Luke Welborn to discuss development on Rumsey Road – discussion
• Settlement with Ace Roofing – discussion and decision
• Appointment of Mike Lee to the Philipsburg Fire Service Area Board – discussion and decision

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on multiple items including a resolution to place a local option motor vehicle tax on the November general election ballot, road and bridge priorities, and several facility maintenance contracts. They will also hear updates on solid waste, fire restrictions, and a cemetery district. Public comment is invited on all agenda items.

• Resolution 2024-10 requesting a ballot issue for a local option motor vehicle tax on November 5, 2024 (second reading/adoption)
• Courthouse Roof Project – competitive bidding and consulting proposal from Dave Kauffman
• Asbestos testing proposal with G.E.D. Inc. Environmental & Facility Management Consulting
• Settlement with Ace Roofing
• Discussion on snow plowing on Algonquin Road

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session on July 23, 2024, covering a range of topics including approval of minutes, road and bridge reports, and a presentation on bridge priorities. Key discussions include potential fire restrictions, a development on Rumsey Road, and the first reading of Resolution 2024-10, which proposes a local option motor vehicle tax for the November ballot. The meeting also includes a roundtable on time clock implementation.

• Resolution 2024-10: First reading of a resolution to request a ballot issue for a local option motor vehicle tax on the November 5, 2024 general election
• Discussion and decision on potential fire restrictions in Granite County
• Kurt Fagrelius to discuss development on Rumsey Road; discussion and decision
• Great West President Bill Lloyd to discuss bridge priorities in Granite County; discussion
• Dam Tender's Report on Georgetown Lake Outflow; review and decision

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and potentially decide on a resolution to place a local option motor vehicle tax on the November 2024 general election ballot, a 4.1% COLA increase for union employees in the road and solid waste departments, and the potential purchase of a new grader. They will also review monthly claims, an MOU with the Montana Wool Growers Association for FY 2025, and updates on courthouse ADA projects.

• Resolution 2024-10 requesting a ballot issue for a local option motor vehicle tax on the November 5, 2024 general election
• 4.1% COLA increase for union employees (Road Department and Solid Waste Department)
• Potential purchase of a new grader and BNSF Communication Tower Encroachment Permit
• Montana Wool Growers Association MOU for FY 2025
• Quarterly Board of Health meeting (separate agenda posted)

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health will hear reports from the sanitarian, public health, PHEP, and tobacco prevention programs. The board will discuss and decide on the approval of minutes and comments from the local health officer. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Granite County Sanitarian Report with Chad Lanes
• Granite County Public Health Report with Deb Robinson
• Granite County PHEP Report with Jackie Bolster
• Granite County Tobacco Prevention Report with Amanda Boher

County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider a contract extension with Republic Services and an update on a proposal from Granite Disposal. The board will also review the Georgetown Lake outflow report and discuss the Sheriff’s Office budget. A decision is scheduled regarding a new matrix for deputies of elected officials.

• Contract extension with Republic Services and update on Granite Disposal proposal
• Review of Dam Tender’s Report on Georgetown Lake Outflow
• Renewal of Headwaters RCD Partnership membership dues
• Discussion of the Sheriff’s Office budget with Sheriff Scott Dunkerson
• Potential implementation of a new matrix for elected officials' deputies

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will make final decisions regarding salaries and cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) for elected officials and non-union county employees. The agenda also includes discussions on insurance renewal rates and a potential contract for prisoner evaluations at the Sheriff’s Office.

• Final decision on salaries and COLA for elected officials
• Final decision on COLA for non-union county employees
• Potential contract or MOU for prisoner evaluations at the Sheriff’s Office
• Review of insurance renewal rates
• Update on T-Mobile network upgrades

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will make final decisions regarding salaries and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) for elected officials and non-union county employees. The board will also discuss a potential contract for prisoner evaluations at the Sheriff’s Office and review insurance renewal rates.

• Final decision on salaries and COLA for elected officials and county employees
• Potential contract or MOU for prisoner evaluations at the Sheriff's Office
• Review of insurance renewal rates
• Southwest Regional Juvenile Detention Grant MOU with Gallatin County
• Georgetown Lake Outflow report from Dam Tender

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review proposals for solid waste hauling and a contract renewal with Republic. The board is also scheduled to discuss Road 348 and receive updates on courthouse ADA projects. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of primary election vote canvassing.

• Solid waste hauling contract proposals from Grizzly Disposal and renewal with Republic
• Discussion and decision regarding Road 348
• Review of Federal, State, and County Primary Election Vote Canvass
• Update on Granite County Courthouse and ADA projects with TCS Northwest and Slate Architecture
• Discussion and decision on the DUI Task Force Annual Operating Plan

County Commissioners

The committee will receive updates regarding the courthouse, maintenance, jail, roads, and solid waste container sites. Members will also review the Montana Safety Culture Act and discuss ideas for the Near Miss incentive program.

• Payne West claims report and training update
• Review of Montana Safety Culture Act presentation
• Update on DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
• Discussion of Near Miss incentive program ideas
• Department updates for roads, jail, and solid waste container sites

Valley Fire District

The Valley Fire District Board will meet to review firehall rules and a 2020 resolution. The board also plans to approve an update to the district's by-laws. Chris Hindoien from VFIS insurance is scheduled to attend as a guest.

• Approval of By-Laws update
• Review of Resolution 1-1-2020
• Review of Waiver & Firehall rules
• Treasurer’s report

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a work session for a preliminary budget review. The agenda includes updates on the Philipsburg Community Library and the Granite County Airport Board. The board will also consider grant agreements and surplus property bids.

• Preliminary Budget Review work session
• Granite County Airport Board update regarding DNRC Land Use Application
• Noxious Weed Trust Fund Project Grant Agreement for Lower Willow Creek CWMA
• Sealed bid opening for surplus courthouse property
• Georgetown Lake Outflow dam tender report review

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners are holding a special session for a FERC Annual Inspection. The session includes a discussion and walk-through at the Flint Creek Dam site.

• FERC Annual Inspection and walk-through at Flint Creek Dam

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet on July 9, 2024, to review departmental reports and budget requests. The agenda includes a decision on a contract change order for the courthouse water upsizing and a request from the Treasurer's office regarding budget line items.

• Contract change order for Granite County Courthouse Water Upsizing
• Request by Treasurer Ashely Todd to add a professional services line item to her budget
• Review of Georgetown Lake Outflow Dam Tender’s Report
• Weekly reports from the Road & Bridge Superintendent and Solid Waste

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review proposals for solid waste operations, including landfill dumping fees. The board will also consider a belly dump purchase for the Road & Bridge department and review Georgetown Lake outflow reports.

• Purchase of a Belly Dump for the Road & Bridge department
• Proposals for solid waste operations and landfill dumping fees
• Review of Georgetown Lake Outflow Dam Tender’s Report
• Updated job description for Extension Office Secretary
• Discussion with contractor Dave Kesler regarding a recent claim

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners are reviewing board minutes and receiving weekly reports from road and solid waste staff. They will discuss and decide on purchasing a belly dump for local roads, review the dam tender report for Georgetown Lake Outflow, and evaluate potential plans and fee changes for landfill dumping. A closed session will address an employee performance review. The agenda notes that proposed landfill fee adjustments would affect resident waste disposal costs.

• Purchase of a Belly Dump for road operations
• Dam Tender’s Report and review for Georgetown Lake Outflow
• Updated Job Description – Extension Office Secretary
• Potential Proposals and Plan for Solid Waste Operations (Transport of Waste and Landfill Dumping Fees)
• Personnel Matter - Performance Review (Closed Session)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on several items including the purchase of belly dumps, a dam tender's report, monthly claims, and updates to the commissioner assistant job description. They will also discuss and decide on a proposed one-year probationary EMS coordinator agreement with Coast2Coast and a proposal from Grizzly Disposal for solid waste operations. Public comment is invited on any agenda item.

• Purchase of belly dumps with Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt
• Review and decision on Georgetown Lake outflow dam tender's report
• Review and approval of monthly claims
• Proposed EMS coordinator agreement with Coast2Coast (probationary one-year)
• Grizzly Disposal proposal for solid waste operations

Airport Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Granite County Airport Board meeting on May 22, 2024. The agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting material file, with no specific decisions, discussions, or action items listed. The board is meeting, but the agenda provides no details on what will be considered.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond agenda and meeting material documents

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on several operational matters including a road maintenance agreement with the US Forest Service, the dam tender's report, a roofing proposal, an ambulance association proposal, and a contract renewal with Republic Services. The board will also review minutes, correspondence, and surplus auction items.

• USFS Annual Road Maintenance Agreement for summer/winter maintenance on USFS Road 406 Upper Georgetown Lake Road and Lakeshore Drive 8686
• Ace Roofing proposal to remedy drain issues and mold remediation
• Coast-2-Coast & Philipsburg Volunteer Ambulance Association proposal
• Republic Services contract renewal discussion with Ryan Coffman
• Courthouse items to go out for surplus auction

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners are holding their regular session to review and decide on several administrative and operational matters. Key items include a solid waste proposal from Grizzly Disposal, a work session on summer/winter maintenance for USFS Road 406 and Lakeshore Drive, and approval of monthly claims. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and a closed personnel session.

• Solid Waste Proposal with Grizzly Disposal; Discussion & Decision
• Proposal on Summer/Winter Maintenance (USFS Road 406 Upper Georgetown Lake Road and Lakeshore Drive 8686); Work Session
• Monthly Claims; Review & Approval
• Dam Tender's Report, Georgetown Lake Outflow; Review & Decision
• MDT Update on Related Projects Occurring or Upcoming for Granite County; Discussion

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on the April 30 board minutes, a USFS annual road maintenance agreement, the Georgetown Lake dam tender's report, and a letter terminating the contract for public health services with ADLC effective May 10, 2024. They will also receive weekly reports from the Road & Bridge Superintendent and Solid Waste, and take public comment.

• Annual Road Maintenance Agreement with USFS; discussion & decision
• Letter notifying ADLC of termination of Contract for Public Health Services as of May 10, 2024; discussion & decision
• Dam Tender's Report, Georgetown Lake Outflow; review & decision
• Weekly Report with Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt; Solid Waste Weekly Report
• Board Minutes for April 30, 2024; decision

Granite County DUI Task Force

The Granite County DUI Task Force is holding a regular meeting to review financial reports, including reinstatement fees and the current balance, and to hear the sheriff's report on MIP/DUI incidents. They will also discuss old business such as DUI patrols, school speakers, and education ideas, plus new business including upcoming events, bylaws revisions, and officer elections. The meeting is largely procedural with routine updates and planning items.

• 4th Quarter Reinstatement Fees and current balance sheet review
• Budget letter to commissioners
• Sheriff's report on MIP/DUI incidents
• Discussion of DUI patrols and gift cards for designated drivers
• Election of officers and second revised bylaws

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on a law enforcement agreement with the Town of Drummond, a bridge project on S. Main in Drummond, and designation of a service provider for alcohol tax dollars. They will also discuss and decide on the Republic Services contract, an immunization program task order, and other routine matters like minutes and reports.

• Law enforcement agreement with Town of Drummond
• Bridge project on S. Main in Drummond
• Alcohol tax dollar service provider designation (Butte Cares request)
• Republic Services contract notification and option intent
• DPHHS Task Order for immunization program

County Commissioners

The Granite County Board of Health is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a trailer house located at 748 Frontage Road West in Drummond, based on the Sanitarian's report. They will also receive reports on public health, tobacco prevention, public health nursing, and public health emergency preparedness, including a specimen transport protocol document for discussion and decision. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and is scheduled to adjourn at 9:30 a.m.

• Discussion and possible action on trailer house at 748 Frontage Road West, Drummond
• Granite County Sanitarian Report with Chad Lanes
• Granite County Public Health Report with Lauren Bolton, including Tobacco Prevention Report and Public Health Nurse Report
• Granite County PHEP Report with Jackie Bolster, including Specimen Transport Protocol Document discussion and decision
• Comments from Local Health Officer Dr. Conn

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on routine items like minutes and claims, and discussing several contracts and agreements. Key items include a contract with TCS Northwest for the courthouse elevator and ADA project, a budget detail for that project, and a proposal from Trout Unlimited to partner on DNRC grant opportunities. They will also consider an interlocal agreement for juvenile detention and an update to the county leave policy.

• Contract with TCS Northwest for Courthouse Elevator & ADA Project
• Budget Detail for Courthouse ADA & Elevator Project
• Tess Scanlon with Trout Unlimited proposing partnership on DNRC grant opportunities
• Southwest Regional Juvenile Detention Interlocal Agreement
• Update to Granite County Leave Policy Accrual Rating

Airport Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Granite County Airport Board. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, which consist of two correspondence documents. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review of airport correspondence for April 2024

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a trailer house located at 748 Frontage Road West, Drummond, based on the Sanitarian's report. The board will also hear reports on public health, tobacco prevention, and public health nursing, and will discuss and decide on a specimen transport protocol document. Public comment is invited on any agenda item, either in writing or verbally, and the meeting is open to in-person or Zoom attendance.

• Discussion and possible action on trailer house at 748 Frontage Road West, Drummond
• Specimen transport protocol document discussion and decision
• Granite County Sanitarian report with Chad Lanes
• Granite County Public Health report with Lauren Bolton, including tobacco prevention and public health nurse reports
• Granite County PHEP report with Jackie Bolster

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on gravel bids, a cooperative road maintenance agreement with the USFS, alcohol tax fund designations, and other administrative matters. They will also discuss the DUI task force budget, a cycling race proposal, and a budget for courthouse elevator and ADA projects.

• Awarding gravel bids opened April 9, 2024
• Cooperative Road Maintenance Agreement with USFS and annual road maintenance plan
• Alcohol tax dollar service provider designation for Zenith View LLC and Butte Cares
• Granite County Sheriff Scott Dunkerson to update on DUI Task Force budget
• Ben Grass Pintler Classic Cycling Race proposal for July 13, 2024

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will open sealed bids for 2024 gravel and contract hauling, and consider a contract with TCS Northwest for the Courthouse Elevator & ADA Project. They will also discuss and decide on several other matters, including a USFS discussion of Lakeshore Drive, a DEQ open-cut mining zoning compliance form for F&R LLC, and a closed session on a personnel matter. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes, claims, and reports from county staff.

• 2024 Gravel Sealed Bid Opening; Discussion & Decision; Awarding of Bid
• 2024 Contract Hauling Bid Opening for Periodic work Throughout the Calendar Year, 2024; Discussion & Decision; Awarding of Bid
• Contract with TCS Northwest for the Courthouse Elevator & ADA Project; Discussion & Decision
• DEQ Open Cut Mining Zoning Compliance Form for F&R LLC; Discussion & Decision
• USFS Ranger, Cameron Rasor to Discuss Lakeshore Drive; Discussion & Decision

County Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda; the only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled in the provided text.

• No agenda available

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review road and bridge reports, dam tender updates, and EMS statistics. The meeting includes discussions on alcohol tax designations, public health nurse applications, and bid openings.

• Draft notices concerning Lakeshore Drive
• Georgetown Lake Outflow report
• Alcohol Tax Dollar Designation discussion
• Public Health Nurse application reviews
• Granite Co. Courthouse Elevator & ADA Project bid openings

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session on March 26, 2024, covering a range of administrative and operational matters. They will discuss and decide on road and solid waste reports, Georgetown Lake outflow, a grant application task order, monthly claims, and HAZMAT training, among other items. The meeting also includes a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Weekly report with Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt and Solid Waste report
• Dam Tender's Report on Georgetown Lake Outflow
• Great West Task Order No. 10 for DNRC RRGL Project Grant Application
• Monthly Claims review and decision
• Closed session for personnel matter

Airport Board

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area

This is a meeting of the Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area in Granite County, Montana, scheduled for March 18, 2024. The agenda contains only meeting materials—minutes from the volunteer fire department and the fire service area, plus one PDF document—with no listed action items or discussion topics. The meeting appears to be procedural, focused on reviewing prior minutes and documents.

• Review of Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department meeting minutes for March 2024
• Review of Fire Service Area meeting minutes for March 2024
• Review of an additional PDF document dated March 13, 2024

Valley Fire District

The Valley Fire District board is meeting to handle routine business, including a treasurer's report and public comment. The main item is a review of Resolution 1-1-2020 under old business. No new business items are listed.

• Review of Resolution 1-1-2020
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session on March 12, 2024, covering a range of administrative and operational items. Decisions are scheduled on the FTK Minor Subdivision final plat, county drug and alcohol testing policies, a vehicle safety program, and a task order for the Riddick Field beacon replacement. The board will also review monthly claims, the dam tender's report on Georgetown Lake outflow, and a HAZMAT disaster simulation training proposal, with a closed session for a personnel matter.

• FTK Minor Subdivision Final Plat Approval
• Granite County Drug & Alcohol Testing Policies and Vehicle Safety Program
• Riddick Field Beacon Replacement Task Order
• HAZMAT Disaster Simulation Training Proposal
• Monthly Claims review and decision

County Commissioners

The Granite County Safety Committee is meeting to review minutes, hear updates on the Payne West claims report and Montana Safety Culture Act, and receive reports from county departments including the courthouse, maintenance, jail, roads, and solid waste sites. A Near Miss Policy update is also on the agenda. The meeting is open for participation via Zoom or phone.

• Payne West update – claims report by Rody Holman
• Payne West update – MT Safety Culture Act by Brodie Loushin
• Montana State Fund update by Mark Rosenleaf
• Near Miss Policy update
• Department reports: Courthouse, Maintenance, Jail, Roads, Solid Waste Container Sites

Granite County DUI Task Force

The Granite County DUI Task Force is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports including reinstatement fees, and hear the sheriff's MIP/DUI report. They will discuss old business like DUI patrols and school speakers, and new business including upcoming events and gift cards. The meeting is routine with no major decisions expected.

• Financial report on 4th Quarter Reinstatement Fees and current balance
• Sheriff's MIP/DUI report
• Discussion of DUI patrols
• Report on school speakers at local schools
• New business: upcoming events, school speakers, new members, gift cards

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on minutes, road and bridge reports, and several resolutions. Key actions include adopting two resolutions (2024-8 and 2024-9) to participate in the Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool, and discussing appointments and agreements. The agenda also includes a closed personnel session and routine reports.

• Resolution 2024-8: Authorizing participation in Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool (STIP) - second reading/adoption
• Resolution 2024-9: Authorizing participation in Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool (STIP) - second reading/adoption
• Appointment of Deputy Chris Robinson as Granite County Deputy Coroner - discussion & decision
• Drafted letter to Powell County Commissioners concerning Tri-County Fair Board - discussion & decision
• Existing agreement with Providence for mental health office space - discussion & decision

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, including public comment, reports from Road & Bridge and Solid Waste, and a closed personnel session. They will vote on two resolutions (2024-8 and 2024-9) authorizing participation in the Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool, and discuss several other items such as a deputy coroner appointment and a letter to Powell County.

• Resolution 2024-8: Authorizing participation in Montana STIP (second reading/adoption)
• Resolution 2024-9: Authorizing participation in Montana STIP (second reading/adoption)
• Appointment of Deputy Chris Robinson as Granite County Deputy Coroner
• Drafted letter to Powell County Commissioners concerning Tri-County Fair Board
• Existing agreement with Providence for mental health office space use

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, covering routine items like minutes and correspondence, plus reports from Road & Bridge and Solid Waste. Key decisions include first readings of two resolutions to join Montana's Short-Term Investment Pool, an update on the Rising Sun v. Granite County lawsuit, and a public comment period on the Cortney Hotel project's environmental determination. The meeting also includes a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Resolution 2024-8: Authorizing participation in Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool (first reading)
• Resolution 2024-9: Authorizing participation in STIP and execution of related documents (first reading)
• Update on Rising Sun v. Granite County lawsuit
• Airport Board update: review of KLJ quote, Beacon Replacement quote, and Tilt Down Pole
• Public discussion on expected environmental determination for Cortney Hotel project

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, deciding on minutes, road and bridge updates, the Weir Project, solid waste reports, dam tender's report, monthly cash reports, courthouse elevator and ADA project drawings, a Great West Engineering task order, a FERC response, a wedding chapel request, and MACo Healthcare Trust participation. Public comment is invited on any agenda item.

• Review of courthouse elevator and ADA project drawings and specs with Scott Cromwell of Slate Architecture
• Great West Engineering Task Order #9 – 2023 DSSMR; discussion and decision
• Response to FERC on Deterministic Seismic Hazard Analysis Report
• Request to use Georgetown Lake Chapel for a wedding on July 13, 2024
• MACo Healthcare Trust Participation & Affiliation Agreement

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, covering routine items like minutes and correspondence, plus public comment. They will discuss and decide on several contracts and agreements, including a joint funding agreement, ambulance-related leases and billing, and a master contract for environmental health licensing. The board will also consider a historical preservation grant, a timber sales letter, and annual health insurance renewals.

• Joint Funding Agreement 24RSJFA022
• MT Historical Preservation Grant Windows Project (Courthouse & Sheriff's Office)
• Coast-2-Coast Mutual Aid Agreement; Ambulance Bay Lease Agreement (Philipsburg); Lease Agreement for Extra Philipsburg Ambulance; Agreement to do Billing for Philipsburg Volunteer Ambulance Association
• Master Contract Number HHS-PHSD-00000520 (Granite County Environmental Health & Food Safety Licensing and DPHHS)
• Resolution 2024-7; Second Revised Public Participation Resolution; Second Reading / Adoption

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session on February 6, 2024, covering a range of items including a bridge project on South Main in Drummond, an interim county treasurer appointment, and a resolution on public participation. They will also discuss state grant funding, a dam tender's report, and a funding request from the Philipsburg Volunteer Ambulance. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Bridge Project on South Main in Drummond (HB11) - discussion & decision
• Appointment of Granite County Interim Treasurer Until General Election Canvassed - discussion & decision
• Resolution 2024-7; Second Revised Public Participation Resolution - first reading
• Philipsburg Volunteer Ambulance Requesting Funding to Update Training Room & Equipment - discussion & decision
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan Grant Program - discussion & decision

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session covering a wide range of administrative and infrastructure items. Key discussions and decisions include potential road surveys funded by PILT, bridge projects, an interlocal agreement, a property tax resolution, and ambulance operations. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and various reports.

• Discussion & decision on surveying Brown's Gulch Road, Tower Road, Cliff Gulch Road, and Algonquin Mine Road, with costs from PILT funding
• Second reading & adoption of Resolution 2024-6, collecting 2nd half of 2023 property taxes
• Discussion & decision on bridge project on South Main in Drummond (HB11)
• Discussion & decision on interlocal agreement with Powell, Mineral, Missoula counties, City of Missoula, and Butte-Silver Bow
• Discussion & decision on Coast-2-Coast ambulance operations and potential ambulance lease

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, covering routine items like minutes, claims, and department reports, plus several decisions. Key items include a proposal from Southwestern Montana Insurance Center, a request for a letter of support for a museum workforce housing project, and a petition to designate four roads as county roads. The board will also review a resolution for collecting the second half of 2023 property taxes.

• Southwestern Montana Insurance Center, LLC proposal; discussion & decision
• Letter of support request for Museum Workforce Housing Project by Penny Murry & Mark Ransford
• Petition for Brown's Gulch Road, Tower Road, Cliff Gulch Road, and Algonquin Mine Road to be county roads; decision to survey
• Resolution 2024-6: Collecting 2nd Half of 2023 Property Taxes; first reading
• VOCA Grant submission; discussion & decision

County Commissioners

The Board of Health will elect a Chairperson and approve meeting minutes. The meeting includes reports from the Sanitarian, Public Health, Tobacco Prevention, and Public Health Nurse, as well as a discussion with DPHHS regarding public health services.

• Election of a Chairperson
• Approval of minutes
• Sanitarian report with Chad Lanes
• Public Health report with Lauren Bolton
• Discussion with DPHHS about Public Health Services

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health will meet to elect a chairperson, approve minutes, and receive reports from county health staff, including the sanitarian, public health, tobacco prevention, public health nurse, and PHEP coordinator. The board will also discuss public health services with DPHHS and hear comments from the local health officer. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Election of a chairperson
• Approval of minutes
• Granite County Sanitarian Report with Chad Lanes
• Granite County Public Health Report with Lauren Bolton, including Tobacco Prevention and Public Health Nurse reports
• Granite County PHEP Report with Jackie Bolster

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their regular session, covering routine items like minutes, correspondence, and public comment. Key decisions include adopting Resolution 2024-4 to place a study commission election on the June 4, 2024 primary ballot, appointing board members, and hiring a special deputy attorney for a court case.

• Resolution 2024-4: study commission election on June 4, 2024 primary ballot (second reading/adoption)
• Appointment of Amanda Weaver to Tri-County Fair Board
• Appointments to Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area Board
• Special resolution appointing Greg Overstreet as Special Deputy Granite Attorney for case DV-23-39
• Drafted response to USFS District Ranger Cameron Rasor

Valley Fire District

The Valley Fire District board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, treasurer's report, old business, new business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Treasurer's report
• Old business
• New business

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners are holding their regular session to discuss and decide on a range of administrative and operational matters. Key actions include adopting resolutions that set meeting dates, travel reimbursement rates, and the daily jail incarceration rate for 2024, as well as considering a ballot issue for a study commission election. The board will also review reports from the Road & Bridge and Solid Waste departments, discuss correspondence from Montana Rail Link, and hear a presentation from the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative.

• Resolution 2024-1: Establishing regular commission meeting dates and courthouse office hours for 2024 (second reading, adoption)
• Resolution 2024-2: Setting mileage, lodging, and per diem rates for business travel in 2024 (second reading, adoption)
• Resolution 2024-3: Setting daily incarceration rate and daily rate of credit for incarceration for 2024 (second reading, adoption)
• Resolution 2024-4: Calling for a study commission election on the June 4, 2024 primary ballot (first reading)
• Discussion and decision on potential re-implementation of camera device for commissioners' meetings (Zoom)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold their first regular session of 2024, covering routine administrative matters such as selecting a chairperson, approving minutes, and receiving department reports. They will also conduct first readings of three resolutions establishing 2024 meeting dates, travel reimbursement rates, and jail incarceration rates, and discuss several other items including litigation and appointments.

• Resolution 2024-1: Regular commission meeting dates and courthouse office hours for 2024
• Resolution 2024-2: Mileage, lodging, and per diem rates for business travel in 2024
• Resolution 2024-3: Daily incarceration rate and daily rate of credit for incarceration for 2024
• Discussion on Grassey, Donlin & Koch v. Granite County litigation
• Appointment of Ella Tallon to the DUI Task Force