Broadwater County public meetings in 2021

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will discuss and decide on a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Montana Distributors and Janssen Opioids Settlement. The body will also address the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program and provide an update on Ross Gulch Road.

• Decision on Montana Distributors and Janssen Opioids Settlement MOU
• Decision on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
• Update on Ross Gulch Road
• Certificate of Survey review
• Review of claims, payroll, and minutes

The commission voted to participate in the Janssen Opioids Settlement MOU and approved signing the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program document for the airport FAA project. It also determined Ross Gulch Road was already a county road based on 1923 records, so no further adoption was needed. Payroll and claims were approved, and the December 20 minutes were accepted.

• Approved participation in Janssen Opioids Settlement MOU (unanimous)
• Approved signing Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for airport FAA project (unanimous)
• Determined Ross Gulch Road already adopted as county road; no new adoption needed
• Approved payroll of $230,628.36 (unanimous)
• Approved claims of $117,951.81 (unanimous)
• Approved December 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

This document is a Memorandum of Certification of Trust for The Deborah F. Benyo Revocable Trust. It outlines the powers of Trustees Deborah F. Benyo and Brian P. Benyo regarding real and personal property.

• Memorandum of Certification of Trust executed March 18, 2016
• Recording fee of $26.00

The commission approved two boundary relocation requests, appointed two planning board members, approved a snow removal vehicle usage agreement, awarded a solid waste contract to Tri County Disposal, and approved a $697.50 payment for a mediation claim. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Schoer boundary relocation request
• Approved Benyo boundary relocation request
• Appointed Jeanine Stone and Deanna Kolodka to Planning Board for three-year terms
• Approved Snow Removal Vehicle Usage Agreement
• Awarded solid waste contract to Tri County Disposal
• Approved minutes for Nov 29 and Dec 13, 2021
• Approved $697.50 payment to Broadwater County Health for Two Brothers Tires Mediation claim

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve October minutes and discuss old and new business. The agenda focuses on reports from the Public Health Officer, Public Health Nurse, and County Sanitarian.

• Approval of October minutes
• Report from Jania Hatfield – Two Brothers Tires
• Report from Rocky Mountain Supply

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on Dec 13, 2021, starting with public comment and approval of minutes. They will open a request for proposals for solid waste services, discuss and decide on several items including a FOIA request, two boundary relocation requests, a lease for Dr. Campbell, and a COE application for work at Broadwater Bay. They will also discuss repairs at the Silos/Docks. Two working meetings are scheduled for Dec 15 with the Three Forks Fire Dept and Bridger Brewing.

• Open RFP for Solid Waste
• Discuss and Decision Silos FOIA
• Discuss and Decision Schoer COS Boundary Relocation Request
• Discuss and Decision Benyo COS Boundary Relocation Request
• Discuss and Decision Dr Campbell Lease

The commission voted to file a declaratory action regarding a FOIA request about the Silos, and approved a lease with Dr. Campbell through February 2022. Several items were tabled, including Planning Board appointments and a boundary relocation request. Claims totaling over $449,000 were approved.

• Approved filing declaratory action on Silos FOIA (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Dr. Campbell through Feb 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved signing COE application for Broadwater Bay work (unanimous)
• Approved claims 12/01/21: $25,094.21 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll claims 11/30/21: $227,634.10 (unanimous)
• Approved claims 11/30/21: $90,204.63 (unanimous)
• Approved claims 12/08/21: $106,113.91 (unanimous)
• Tabled Benyo COS Boundary Relocation Request to Dec. 20

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners are meeting on December 9, 2021, at the Flynn Building in Townsend. The main item is a 9:00 AM working meeting with Canyon Enterprises to discuss silos. The agenda is otherwise limited to administrative details about meeting access and contact information.

• Working meeting with Canyon Enterprises re: Silos

County Commissioner &

There will be no Commission Meeting on Monday, December 6, 2021. The Commissioners are attending the MACO Conference from December 6th through December 8th.

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a Montana Aeronautics grant application and a boundary relocation request. The body will also review the 380 Views Preliminary Plat and discuss Dry Creek Road Cut Off.

• Montana Aeronautics Grant/Loan Application
• Douglas Breker request for Boundary Relocation
• 380 Views Preliminary Plat Review
• Dry Creek Road Cut Off
• Certificate of Survey review

The Broadwater County Commission adopted the updated Subdivision Regulations as written, removing option 2 for roads, after a public hearing. The commission also acknowledged the Breker COS exemption, amended approved claims from $130,124.46 to $132,223.37, and allowed the Family Medical Clinic to continue in its building pending a new lease agreement.

• Adopted the updated Subdivision Regulations as written, removing option 2 for roads.
• Acknowledged the Breker COS exemption.
• Amended the motion to pay approved claims from $130,124.46 to $132,223.37.
• Allowed the Family Medical Clinic to continue in the building pending a new lease agreement.
• Signed the Airport grant agreement to meet the deadline for said grant.

County Commissioner &

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss and decide on a Montana Aeronautics grant/loan application and two land-related requests. The meeting also includes a review of the Dry Creek Road Cut Off.

• Montana Aeronautics Grant/Loan Application
• Boundary Relocation request for Douglas Breker
• 380 Views Preliminary Plat Review
• Dry Creek Road Cut Off
• Certificate of Survey review

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved a Montana Aeronautics Loan and Grant application for $40,000, granted variances for the 380 Views 3 Major Subdivision, and gave preliminary approval to the subdivision. They also authorized the county attorney to file a lawsuit to keep Dry Creek Road open as a county road. The board approved the prior meeting minutes, payroll of $226,756.31, and claims of $130,124.46. The Breker COS decision was deferred to next week.

• Approved Montana Aeronautics Loan and Grant application for $40,000
• Granted variance to lot ratio requirement for lots 5.7 and 8 in 380 Views 3 Major Subdivision
• Included Yellowstone Pipeline encroachment agreement info in required covenants
• Removed no-build zone for lot 5 and granted preliminary approval for 380 Views 3 Major Subdivision
• Authorized lawsuit to keep Dry Creek Road open as county road
• Approved minutes from 11/15/2021
• Approved payroll for pay date 11/15/21 in amount of $226,756.31
• Approved claims in amount of $130,124.46

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to review reports from various superintendents and vendors. The body will discuss the 2021 recap, 2022 plans, and rentals. The meeting also addresses member term expirations occurring December 31, 2021.

• Member term expirations for Karen and Missy on 12/31/2021
• 2021 Recap
• 2022 Plans
• Rentals
• Financial/Budget review

County Commissioner &

The Commission will meet to decide on interim Treasurer and Clerk/Recorder appointments. The agenda also includes decisions on boundary relocations, subdivision requests, and a Big Sky Rail Board position.

• Appointment of Interim Treasurer and Clerk/Recorder positions
• Boundary Relocation request for AS&B Farms, Leonard Lambott, and Kolberg
• Lake Vista 2 Subsequent Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat Review
• Review of Horse Creek Hills letter from Planning Board
• Working meeting regarding Three Forks Ambulance Service Area

The Broadwater County Commissioners appointed Melissa Franks as interim Treasurer and Angie Mclaughlin as interim Clerk & Recorder, based on the interview committee's recommendation. They also granted preliminary plat approval to the Lake Vista Two Subsequent Minor Subdivision with specific conditions, and remanded the Horse Creek Hills Subdivision back to the Planning Board for further review. Several board appointments were made, and the minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Appointed Melissa Franks interim Treasurer and Angie Mclaughlin interim Clerk & Recorder
• Approved minutes from 11/8/2021
• Acknowledged COS exemption for AS&B/Kolberg boundary relocation
• Appointed Craig Veitz to Tax Appeal Board and Doug Breker to Trust Board (3-year terms)
• Appointed Bill Kearns to Board of Investments and Nathan Kosto to Weed Board (3-year terms)
• Approved no-build and road length variances for Lake Vista Two Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Granted preliminary plat approval to Lake Vista Two Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Remanded Horse Creek Hills Subdivision to Planning Board for further review

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners are holding meetings on Nov 8-10, 2021, to discuss and decide on several land subdivision requests, a TV district agreement, and a grant award. Public comment is invited at the start of each meeting, with options to attend in person, by phone, or via live stream.

• TV District Agreement with The Action Channel
• Breker Boundary Relocation (COS)
• 380 Views Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat Review
• Lake Vista 2 Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat Review
• Horse Creek Hills Major Subdivision Second Reading for Preliminary Plat Approval

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved the Action Channel addition to the TV District lineup, minutes from 11/1/2021, claims of $8,879.90, and payroll of $214,477.81. Three planning items—the Breker boundary relocation, 380 Views 3 Major Subdivision, and Lake Vista Two Subsequent Minor Subdivision—were tabled for future meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Action Channel added to TV District lineup
• Approved minutes dated 11/1/2021
• Tabled Breker boundary relocation COS until 11/22/2021
• Tabled 380 Views 3 Major Subdivision decision
• Tabled Lake Vista Two Subsequent Minor Subdivision until next week
• Approved claims dated 11/2/201 for $8,879.90
• Approved payroll for pay date 11/1/2021 in amount of $214,477.81

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on a grader purchase and a public health emergency preparedness task order. The body will also review a preliminary plat for the Horse Hill Creek Major Subdivision and discuss fire restrictions.

• Decision on grader purchase presented by Public Works Supervisor Josh Obert
• First reading request for Horse Hill Creek Major Subdivision preliminary plat approval
• Decision on Task Order Amendment #4 PHEP (Public Health Emergency Preparedness)
• Decision on rescinding Resolution 22-2018 regarding Stage One Fire Restrictions
• Decision on Mt Department of Ag Supplemental Agreement for Noxious Weed Trust Fund Project

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved a $384,176 grader purchase plus $7,000 for extra equipment, rescinded stage one fire restrictions, and signed several agreements. They also heard public comment against the Horse Creek Hills Subdivision preliminary plat, which the Planning Board recommended denying; no final decision was made on the subdivision at this meeting.

• Rescinded Resolution 2020-17 re: stage one fire restrictions
• Signed MT Department of Agriculture Supplemental Agreement MDA 2020-052
• Signed Montana Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board Application Form 1-R
• Approved grader purchase from T&E for $384,176 plus $7,000 for extra equipment
• Signed Task Order Amendment Number Four for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Approved minutes dated 10/25/2021
• Approved claims dated 10/29/2021 in the amount of $113,564.61

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on several contracts and land surveys. The session includes a review of a solid waste disposal contract and a grant for immunization services.

• RFP for Solid Waste disposal/landfill contract
• Open proposals for a grader
• Covid Immunization Services Grant Task Order Amendment #1 for $56,507
• Certificate of Survey for Bruce Ag Tract to separate pivot farm ground from buildings
• Snowy Mt Contract regarding the Grover Building

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved several routine items, including claims, payroll, a COVID immunization grant, a landfill RFP, and a promissory note for Snowy Mountain Development. They also approved a Certificate of Survey for the Bruce Ag Tract, a boundary relocation for Ketchum, and appointed Jessica Lancello to the Airport Board. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from October 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved claims of $121,639.71 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll claims of $217,924.43 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Survey for Bruce Ag Tract (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Lancello to Airport Board for 3-year, 2-month term (unanimous)
• Approved Ketchum Boundary Relocation (unanimous)
• Approved sending Solid Waste landfill RFP to Lewis and Clark County, Tri-County, and Logan/Trident landfill (unanimous)
• Approved COVID Immunization Services Grant Task Order #1-22-07-4-31-103-0 for $56,507.00 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve September minutes and receive reports from health officials. The agenda includes a report from the County Sanitarian regarding Westside Trails.

• Approval of September minutes
• County Sanitarian report on Westside Trails

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on a final plat for the Walsh Minor Subdivision and a Certificate of Survey for the Bruce Ag Tract. The body will also consider a contract for KUSM TV PBS and an agreement for inmate excess medical insurance.

• KUSM TV PBS Contract for July 2021-June 30, 2022
• Final plat approval for Walsh Minor Subdivision
• Certificate of Survey for Bruce Ag Tract
• 2021-2022 Agreement for Inmate Excess Medical Insurance and/or Claims Administration Management

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved the Walsh Minor Subdivision final plat, signed agreements for PBS service and inmate medical insurance, and tabled the Bruce Ag Tract COS decision at the owner's request. Claims totaling $80,948.21 were approved.

• Approved Walsh Minor Subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Signed KUSM-TV Agreement for Montana PBS service, no fee (unanimous)
• Signed Inmate Excess Medical Insurance Agreement with MACo (unanimous)
• Tabled Bruce Ag Tract COS decision per owner's request
• Approved claims dated 10/15/21 for $80,948.21 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 10/4/21 and 10/13/21 (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to review reports from superintendents and vendors and recap the 2021 fair. The board will discuss financial and budget matters, rental items, and planning for 2022.

• Review of 2021 Fair recap
• Discussion of 2022 plans
• Financial and budget review
• Member term expirations for Karen and Missy on 12/31/2021
• Discussion of rentals

County Commissioner &

The Commission will review several Certificates of Survey regarding the Bruce Tract, Ketchum Boundary, and Flynn Boundary. The meeting also includes discussion and decision items regarding federal and state grant applications.

• COS Bruce Tract review
• COS Ketchum Boundary Relocation
• COS Flynn Boundary Relocation
• SF 424 Grant application for $32,000
• State Homeland Security Program Grant FY 21 Award Letter

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved two boundary relocations (Ketchum and Flynn), signed a $32,000 FAA grant application for the Townsend airport, accepted a $114,356.97 Homeland Security grant for Search and Rescue radios, and approved payroll and claims totaling $355,284.21. They tabled the Bruce Ag Tract until agricultural restriction matters are clarified.

• Approved Ketchum Boundary Relocation (unanimous)
• Approved Flynn Boundary Relocation (unanimous)
• Approved signing Federal Assistance SF 424 Grant application for $32,000 (unanimous)
• Approved State Homeland Security Program Grant award of $114,356.97 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll claims of $206,582.91 (unanimous)
• Approved claims of $148,701.30 (unanimous)
• Tabled Bruce Ag Tract until agricultural restriction matters are clear

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including public comment, approval of minutes, and a certificate of survey review. They will also hold a public hearing on subdivision regulations and consider several boundary relocations, a health department task order, and the Townsend Airport Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing on Subdivision Regulations
• Task Order 22-25-5-01-004-0 for Maternal and Child Health Block Grant
• Boundary relocations: Ketchum, Hopper, Danielson
• Townsend Airport Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Consent agenda: claims/payroll, county audit/budget, mail, correspondence

The commission approved a maternal and child health block grant task order, paid multiple claims, and approved the Townsend Airport Capital Improvement Plan. It also supported two boundary relocations (Hopper and Danielson) for COS exemptions, but tabled the Ketchum boundary relocation for more information. A public hearing on subdivision regulations was held with public comments.

• Approved Task Order 22-25-5-01-004-0 for Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9/20/21 (unanimous)
• Paid approved claims totaling $106,662.04 (9/28/21) and $2,115.40 (9/30/21) (unanimous)
• Paid approved claims totaling $3,197.40 (9/23/21) and $34,528.85 (9/30/21) (unanimous)
• Tabled Ketchum boundary relocation COS exemption for more information
• Supported Hopper boundary relocation COS exemption (unanimous)
• Supported Danielson boundary relocation COS exemption (unanimous, Commissioner Folkvord recused)
• Approved Townsend Airport Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Commission will review certificates of survey, minutes, and various county contracts. Discussion items include environmental health, internet services for the TV District, and MSU extension services.

• DEQ Contract for County Sanitarian (Shawn Rowland)
• Montana Internet Contract for TV District
• MSU Extension service contract (Allison Kosto)
• Solid Waste update and job openings (Josh Obert)

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved minutes, payroll, and claims, plus contracts for DEQ delegation, MSU Extension services, and Montana Internet service. Commissioner Darrel Folkvord was absent. No public comment was received.

• Approved minutes from 9/8 and 9/13/21
• Approved payroll for pay date 9/15/21 ($253,703.43) and claims for 9/7, 9/14, and 9/17/21
• Approved DEQ contract for subdivision review, contingent on insurance
• Approved Montana Internet service agreement for Broadwater TV District ($71.20/month)
• Approved MSU Extension contract for Allison Kosto for FY 2022

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners are meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a preliminary plat approval, a grant from the FAA, a subdivision covenant amendment, a street abandonment, an office lease, and a grant from the Montana Department of Commerce. Public comment is invited at the start of the meeting.

• Walsh Preliminary Plat Approval
• FAA Grant
• Karp Minor Subdivision Request to Amend Protective Covenants
• Springville Alley and Street Abandonment
• Office Lease with Dept of Revenue

The Broadwater County Commissioners granted a variance and preliminary plat approval for the Walsh Minor Subdivision, with the Findings of Fact and Order on file in the Planning Office. They also approved revised covenants for the Karp Minor Subdivision, signed a grant offer for an Airport Improvement Program project, and approved claims totaling $1,859.85. The board additionally abandoned an alley in Springville, amended a lease with the Montana Department of Revenue, and authorized an application for a Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund job creation project on behalf of Permafrost Coolers, LLC.

• Granted variance for Walsh Minor Subdivision (motion carried)
• Approved preliminary plat for Walsh Minor Subdivision (motion carried)
• Signed grant offer for Airport Improvement Program Project No. 3-30-0078-014-2021 (motion carried)
• Approved revised covenants for Karp Minor Subdivision (motion carried)
• Approved claims dated 9/10/21 for $1,859.85 (motion carried)
• Abandoned alley in Springville between blocks 19-20 and 21-22, plus adjacent unowned area (motion carried)
• Changed lease date with Montana Department of Revenue to Sept 1, 2021 – June 30, 2023 (motion carried)
• Signed BSTF Job Creation Project application for Permafrost Coolers, LLC (motion carried)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on Sept 8, 2021, with several discussion and decision items, including a preliminary plat approval, boundary relocations, a land transfer, road surfacing for Westside Trails Phase 2, the Townsend School Budget Report for FY 2022, and a 9-11 resolution. A closed-door personnel meeting is scheduled for 1:30 PM. The agenda also includes a working meeting with Snowy River Development on Sept 9 and a possible grant discussion with Townsend Schools for a nurse position.

• Walsh Preliminary Plat Approval
• Westside Trails Road Surfacing, Phase 2
• Townsend School Budget Report FY 2022 and Trustee Summary
• 9-11 Resolution
• Closed Door Meeting on Personnel Issue

The commission approved the final plat for West Side Trails Subdivision Phase II, along with several other land-related items including the Logan Boundary Relocation, the Thurman Family Land Transfer, and the Herschberger Boundary Relocation. They also approved the Townsend School budget of $7,317,292.79 and a resolution for the National Moment of Remembrance for the 20th anniversary of September 11th. Claims and payroll were approved, and a contract from Montana Internet Service was deferred pending review by the deputy county attorney.

• Approved minutes of 8/30/21 and 9/1/21
• Approved claims of $48,508.04
• Approved payroll of $200,350.53
• Approved Logan Boundary Relocation
• Approved Thurman Family Land Transfer (Mike Thurman to Daniel Thurman)
• Approved Herschberger Boundary Relocation
• Approved final plat for West Side Trails Subdivision Phase II
• Approved Townsend School budget of $7,317,292.79

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to receive reports from the Public Health Officer, Public Health Nurse, and County Sanitarian. The agenda includes a discussion on quarantine action.

• Quarantine action report from Public Health Nurse
• Report from Public Health Officer
• Report from County Sanitarian

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners met on September 1, 2021, and discussed concerns and options for changes to the contract with Snowy Mountain Development Corporation, as presented by Deputy County Attorney Jania Hatfield. The contract must be signed but not in its present form. No action was taken on the matter, and the meeting adjourned at 10:45 a.m.

• No action taken on Snowy Mountain Development Corporation contract

County Commissioner &

The Commission will hold public hearings and a vote to adopt the FY 2021-2022 County Budget. Other business includes emergency fire restrictions and a union contract for the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing and decision to adopt the FY 2021-2022 County Budget
• Emergency Resolution for Stage One Fire Restrictions
• Collective Bargaining Agreement between Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office and Teamsters Local #2
• Walsh Minor Subdivision review
• Potential transfer of Silos property from BCDC to Broadwater County

The commission approved the resolution adopting the FY2021-22 county budget and the FY2021-22 County Final Budget after public hearings. It also approved a resolution changing the county's credit card program to allow each department to manage its own card, and approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Sheriff's Department and Teamsters Union #2. A decision on the Walsh Minor Subdivision preliminary approval was deferred to the next week.

• Approved Stage One Fire Restriction Resolution
• Approved resolution to adopt FY2021-22 county budget
• Adopted FY2021-22 County Final Budget
• Approved resolution to change credit card program to department-managed cards
• Deferred decision on Walsh Minor Subdivision preliminary approval to next week
• Approved and signed collective bargaining agreement with Sheriff's Department and Teamsters Union #2
• Approved $50,000 grant for STOKE Skate Park construction
• Approved claims dated 8/25/21 for $67,947.26 and claims dated 8/23/21 for $17,766.22

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on separating the Clerk/Recorder and Treasurer offices. The body will also review various contracts, funding requests, and public works procurement.

• Public hearing and decision on separating Clerk/Recorder and Treasurer Office
• MOU with Stock Growers and Wool Growers 2021-2022
• RMDC Area IV Agency on Aging Contract 2021 004-007-2021 for elderly in-home care services
• RFP for Road Dept Grader
• Floodplain Permit for FWP Toston Fishing Access Site Project

The commission approved the Order of Consolidation of Offices, effective 1/24/2022, after a public hearing. They also approved multiple contracts, a variance for Westside Trails, a solid waste loan, and other routine items. No decisions were made on the PILT-funded intern request, pending fund availability.

• Approved Order of Consolidation of Offices, effective 1/24/2022
• Approved MOU with Montana Stockgrowers Association for $8,981.00
• Approved MOU with Montana Wool Growers Association for $1,207.00
• Approved Contract 2022-004-007 with Rocky Mountain Area IV Agency on Aging
• Approved First Modification to Contract 222-004-007
• Granted variance to Condition #3 for Westside Trails (well use in phase 3)
• Accepted COS exemption for Malone family transfer
• Approved $276,481.00 loan for Solid Waste, with amendments

Closed Door

The Board of Health and Commissioners will hold a closed door meeting regarding the Two Brothers Tires litigation. The discussion focuses on mediation strategies and parameters.

• Mediation strategies for Two Brothers Tires litigation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review reports from the Public Health Officer, Nurse, and Sanitarian. The meeting includes a closed-door session to discuss mediation strategies regarding Two Brother’s Tires litigation.

• Litigation update on Two Brother’s Tires
• County Sanitarian report on West Side Trails
• County Sanitarian report on Personal/Private Burial Grounds
• Shari Graham-Deviation report from County Sanitarian

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and decide on budget amendments for 2020-2021. The body will also consider contracts for elderly in-home care and fairgrounds upgrades. Other business includes a resolution to split the Clerk/Recorder and Treasurer offices.

• Public hearing and decision on Budget Amendments 2020-2021
• RMDC Area IV Agency on Aging Contract 2021 004-007-2021 for elderly in-home care
• Final plat approval for Dry Gulch Acres Tract B
• Task order for Fairgrounds upgrade/remodel
• Resolution to split the Office of Clerk/Recorder and Treasurer

The commission approved the FY21 Expenditure and Revenue Budget Resolution, appointed Israel Schwope to the Parks and Recreation Board, granted final approval for the Dry Gulch Acres Tract B subdivision, and approved the Headwaters Utility Resolution with amendments. They also approved a lease with the Department of Revenue and authorized cleanup of the Grover building lot.

• Approved FY21 Expenditure and Revenue Budget Resolution (unanimous)
• Appointed Israel Schwope to Parks and Recreation Board, term to 12/21/2023 (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for Dry Gulch Acres Tract B Minor Subsequent Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Headwaters Utility Resolution with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Department of Revenue at $250/month (unanimous)
• Authorized cleanup of Grover building lot (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 8/9/2021 (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on several contracts, including in-home care services for the elderly. The agenda also includes discussions on bridge agreements, subdivision covenants, and a request for a traffic study on US Hwy 287.

• Contract 2022 004-007 for in-home care services to the elderly not to exceed $18,763.00
• Request to MDT for a traffic study to potentially lower speed limits on US Hwy 287 at mile marker 63-64
• Boundary relocation for Judith and Gary Olsen
• Resolution for the distribution of Bridge and Road Safety and Accountability Program funds
• Toston Bridge Agreement and Meridian Bridge MOU

The commission approved several items, including a speed limit study request for Highway 284, a contract modification, a boundary relocation exemption, and appointments to the Planning Board. They also signed an MOU for the Meridian Bridge replacement, obligating the county to 12.5% of the cost, estimated at $110,013.00, and approved a resolution for bridge and road safety fund distribution. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved letter to DOT requesting speed limit study for Highway 284 (unanimous)
• Approved first modification to contract 2021-004-007, 2021 budget (unanimous)
• Accepted COS exemption for Olsen boundary relocation (unanimous)
• Appointed Dallas Diehl to Planning Board term expiring 12/31/2022 (unanimous)
• Appointed Ed Shindoll and Richard Tramp to Planning Board terms expiring 12/31/2021 (unanimous)
• Signed MOU to replace Meridian Bridge, obligating county to 12.5% of cost, est. $110,013.00 (unanimous)
• Signed resolution for distribution of bridge and road safety funds (unanimous)
• Signed quit claim deeds to Winston Livestock Company and Gary Schoer for alley in Block 3, Winston (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Commission will consider boundary relocations for Nichole Brown and Margaret and Martin Clark. The agenda also includes contract discussions regarding Denning, Downey & Associates PC and a modification to an Area IV Agency on Aging contract.

• Boundary relocation: Nichole Brown (Broadwater County Community Development, Bridger Brewing Company and BBC Real Estate)
• Boundary relocation: Margaret and Martin Clark
• Contract with Denning, Downey & Associates PC
• Contract modification for Teresa Monson (Broadwater Health Dept Nurse) and Area IV Agency on Aging
• Discussion of Amy Tenney Boyd Andrews Alcohol Tax Designation

County Commissioner &

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on boundary relocations and specific contracts. The meeting includes reviews of certificates of survey and a contract modification for the Health Department.

• Boundary relocation for Bridger Brewing Company and BBC Real Estate
• Boundary relocation for Margaret and Martin Clark
• Contract with Denning, Downey & Associates PC
• Contract modification 2021 004-007-2021 for Teresa Monson (Broadwater Health Dept Nurse RMDC Area IV Agency on Aging)
• Discussion on Boyd Andrews Alcohol Tax Designation

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved a disaster declaration resolution for the Woods Creek Fire, along with two boundary relocation exemptions, a three-year audit contract, and claims payments. They also accepted a Planning Board resignation and heard public comments about highway safety.

• Approved disaster declaration resolution re: Woods Creek Fire
• Approved Bridger Brewing and BBC boundary relocation exemption
• Approved Martin Clark boundary relocation exemption
• Approved three-year audit services contract with Denning, Downey and Associates
• Approved claims dated 7/30/21 for $300,174.11
• Approved claims dated 7/30/21 for $78,045.68
• Approved minutes dated 7/26/21 and 7/28/21

Board of Health

The Broadwater County Board of Health is meeting to discuss new business. The primary item on the agenda is a deviation request for a specific property lot.

• Graham Deviation Request-Lot 13 Cooper Subdivision

Working Meeting

The Broadwater County Commission is enacting an emergency resolution to impose Stage Two fire restrictions on all private lands in the county due to extreme wildland fire danger. The restrictions prohibit campfires, smoking outside enclosed areas, explosives, and other activities, with specific exemptions. The resolution takes effect at 12:01 a.m. on July 31, 2021.

• Stage Two fire restrictions on all private lands
• Prohibits campfires, smoking, explosives, and outdoor welding
• Exemptions for LPG-fueled devices, permits, infrastructure, and agriculture
• Effective July 31, 2021

The commission approved an emergency resolution enacting Stage Two Fire Restrictions for Broadwater County, as read by Rural Fire Chief Ed Shindoll. The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved emergency resolution for Stage Two Fire Restriction (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on airport leases. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Big Sky Big Leadership program and a working meeting regarding broadband.

• Decision on airport leases
• Discussion of Big Sky Big Leadership in Broadwater County program with MSU Extension Agent Allison Kosto
• Working meeting with Montana Internet regarding broadband in Broadwater County
• Review of Certificate of Survey

The commission approved the Townsend City-County Airport Lease Agreement with Tod Amble, approved payroll and claims, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or requests for future consideration.

• Approved Townsend City-County Airport Lease Agreement with Tod Amble (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 7/19/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for pay date 7/15/21 in the amount of $198,572.08 (unanimous)
• Approved claims dated 7/21/21 for $151,327.31 (unanimous)
• Approved claims dated 7/12/21 for $35,493.80 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve June meeting minutes and receive reports from the Public Health Officer, Public Health Nurse, and County Sanitarian. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the vacation of a well on Lot 13 of Cooper Subdivision.

• Vacation of well on Lot 13 of Cooper Subdivision
• Approval of June Meeting Minutes
• Reports from Public Health Officer, Public Health Nurse, and County Sanitarian

County Commissioner &

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss several administrative requests, including budget preliminaries and grant amendments. The meeting includes a decision on a public health emergency preparedness task order and a partnership for ARPA funding.

• Task Order #20-07-6-11-0050 for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, including $69,284 for a Congregate Living Coordinator
• Request by Debbie and Lynn Cain to revoke an agricultural covenant
• CDBG Grant Contract Amendment #MT-CDBG-PL-17-03C
• Request by Carol Zirkle to remove Karp Minor Subdivision
• Preliminary budget discussion with Finance Officer Debbie Kelley

The commission approved and adopted the Rolling Glen Ranch Road Speed Limit Ordinance after a public hearing. It also adopted the preliminary FY22 budget, including a 4.5% COLA and sheriff's salary increase per SB 238. The commission approved a task order amendment for additional funding and a Stage One Fire Restrictions Emergency Resolution.

• Approved minutes of the 7/13/2021 meeting
• Adopted the Rolling Glen Ranch Road Speed Limit Ordinance
• Adopted the FY22 preliminary budget with 4.5% COLA and sheriff's salary per SB 238
• Approved Task Order Amendment Number Three for additional position funding
• Approved the Stage One Fire Restrictions Emergency Resolution

County Commissioner &

The Commission will meet to review the preliminary payroll budget and a CDBG grant contract amendment. The agenda also includes discussions regarding public health preparedness and mental health services.

• CDBG Grant Contract Amendment #MT-CDBG-PL-17-03C
• Review of Debbie Kelley's preliminary payroll budget
• Request to revoke Ag Covenant by Debbie and Lynn Cain
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness Task Order #20-07-6-11-0050
• Discussion regarding ARPA funding partnership with Montana Internet

Mosquito Board - Townsend

The Broadwater County Mosquito Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of June minutes, a budget report, and updates on seasonal help, equipment, and the current mosquito season. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of June 2021 minutes
• Budget report
• Seasonal help update
• Equipment updates
• Season update

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on several land use requests and health department task orders. The body will also discuss a preliminary budget and a potential partnership with Montana Internet for ARPA funding.

• Request by Debbie and Lynn Cain to revoke Ag Covenant
• Health Dept Task Order #20-07-6-11-0050 PHP
• CDBG Grant Contract Amendment #MT-CDBG-PL-17-03C
• Request by Carol Zirkle to remove Karp Minor Subdivision
• Preliminary Budget review by Finance Officer Debbie Kelley

The Broadwater County Commissioners voted to revoke the agricultural covenant on the Cain property, following a request from Debbie and Lynn Cain and a legal opinion from the Deputy County Attorney. They also approved payroll, a grant amendment, and a service provider designation, while tabling fire restrictions and budget approval for the next meeting.

• Revoked ag covenant on Cain property (2-0)
• Approved minutes of 7/6/2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved payroll for 6/30/21 in amount of $205,767.70 (2-0)
• Signed CDBG Program Contract amendment #MT-CDBG-Pl-17-03C extending grant to 12/31/2021 (2-0)
• Signed DPPHS service provider designation form for Boyd Andrew Community Services (2-0)

County Commissioner &

The Commission will discuss and decide on requests regarding agricultural covenants and subdivision plat conditions. The body will also consider a public health emergency preparedness task order and roof maintenance contracts.

• Request by Debbie and Lynn Cain to revoke Ag Covenant
• Request by Steve Cavanaugh to change Condition 23 in Rolling Glen Ranch Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval
• Broadwater County Health Dept Task Order #20-07-6-11-0050 PHP
• First reading of Rolling Glen Ranch Road Speed Limit Ordinance
• Mike Myers Broadwater County Maintenance Roof Contracts

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved roof repair proposals from Bent Tree Enterprises for the Detention Center ($76,433.81) and Search and Rescue ($33,194.45), and approved the first reading of the Rolling Glen Ranch Road Speed Limit Ordinance. A request to fund a Congregated Living Coordinator position was tabled until next week. The meeting also included public comments on an ag covenant and a subdivision condition, and the board approved minutes and claims.

• Approved Bent Tree Enterprises roof repair proposals: Detention Center $76,433.81 and Search and Rescue $33,194.45 (unanimous)
• Approved and initially adopted first reading of Rolling Glen Ranch Road Speed Limit Ordinance (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Health Department Amendment #3 for Congregated Living Coordinator funding until next week
• Approved minutes of 6/28/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved claims dated 6/30/21 for $93,456.98 (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commission is meeting to decide several land-use and administrative items, including final plat approval for a minor subdivision, a boundary relocation, a subdivision condition change, and a zoning compliance signature. They will also discuss the Toston Bridge, make hospital district appointments, and consider a forestry grant and roof contracts.

• Headwaters Minor Subdivision Final Plat Approval
• O'Hern Boundary Relocation
• Rolling Glen Subdivision Condition 23 change request
• Zoning Compliance form for Capital Concrete site
• Maintenance roof contracts decision

The commission approved the Headwaters Minor Subdivision for final approval, accepted the O'Hern boundary relocation with a COS exemption, and appointed Victor Sample and Dawn Langlinais to 3-year terms on the Hospital District Board. It also signed zoning compliance for the Capital Concrete opencut mine expansion and a DNRC grant for the Big Elk Divide Restoration Committee. Roof repair bids were presented but no decision was made, and claims of $93,170.03 were approved.

• Approved Headwaters Minor Subdivision final approval
• Accepted O'Hern boundary relocation with COS exemption
• Appointed Victor Sample and Dawn Langlinais to Hospital District Board for 3-year terms
• Signed DEQ-required zoning compliance for Capital Concrete opencut mine expansion
• Signed DNRC Local Government Forestry Assist Grant for Big Elk Divide Restoration Committee for $11,000.00
• Approved minutes of the 6/21/2021 meeting
• Approved claims dated 6/23/21 for $93,170.03

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will discuss a federal grant for Townsend Airport and an emergency declaration resolution. The body will also consider a septic permit request and weed board bylaws. A budget meeting with Bill Jarocki is scheduled for June 23.

• FAA Grant for Townsend Airport Improvement Projects A.I.P. 3-30-0078-014-2021
• Broadwater County Emergency Declaration Resolution and assist request letter to DNRC
• Septic permit request for 13 Woodchuck Lane
• Weed Board Bylaws and Compliance Letter
• Fairgrounds walk through with Great West Engineering

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on an emergency declaration and a request for assistance from the DNRC. The body will also consider an FAA grant for Townsend Airport improvement projects and weed board bylaws.

• FAA Grant for Townsend Airport Improvement Projects A.I.P. 3-30-0078-014-2021
• Broadwater County Emergency Declaration Resolution and DNRC assist request
• Weed Board Bylaws and Compliance Letter
• Septic permit request for 13 Woodchuck Lane
• Fairgrounds walk through with Great West Engineering

The commission approved the Weed Board Bylaws and the FAA grant application for Townsend Airport. Payroll for June 15, 2021, was approved at $214,653.95, and the minutes from May 14, 2021, were accepted. A request to begin construction while awaiting a DEQ revision was discussed but not decided, with further research assigned.

• Approved Weed Board Bylaws as presented by Jessica Bushnell.
• Approved FAA grant application for Townsend Airport.
• Approved payroll for pay date 6/15/2021 in the amount of $214,653.95.
• Approved minutes dated 5/14/2021.

Mosquito Board - Townsend

The Broadwater County Mosquito Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the budget, elect officers, and discuss seasonal help, equipment updates, and season plans. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of 2020 minutes
• Budget report
• Election of officers
• Discussion of seasonal help and equipment updates
• Setting day and time for future meetings

Board of Health

The Broadwater County Board of Health is meeting to approve May minutes and hear reports from the public health officer, nurse, and county sanitarian, plus discuss the farmer's market. The agenda is mostly routine updates with no listed votes or decisions.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Report from Public Health Officer
• Report from Public Health Nurse
• Report from County Sanitarian
• Farmer's Market discussion

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners are meeting to review the Weed Board bylaws and a compliance letter. The body will also review the county insurance policy with representatives from Centennial Insurance and MACO.

• Weed Board Bylaws and Compliance Letter discussion
• Insurance policy review with Centennial Insurance and Shannon Chamberlain (MACO)
• Certificate of Survey review
• County Audit and Budget review
• Review of claims, payroll, and minutes

The Broadwater County Commissioners appointed Erin Huffman to the Fair Board, approved the noxious weed non-compliance policy, and approved claims totaling $118,951.07. The Weed Board Bylaws were held over for another week. No public comment was received.

• Appointed Erin Huffman to the Fair Board (motion carried)
• Approved noxious weed non-compliance policy (motion carried)
• Approved claims dated 6/9/2021 for $118,951.07 (motion carried)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to consider several personnel and fee matters. Discussion items include an inmate fee increase and a request for additional hours from the DES Coordinator.

• Public hearing regarding Nick Rauser Broadwater County Sheriff Captain Inmate Fee Increase
• Discussion/Decision on Brittney Willis DES Coordinator Request for additional hours
• Discussion/Decision on Wynn Meehan Broadwater County Sheriff Market Wage Adjustment
• Certificate of Survey Review
• Union Negotiations

The commission approved an increase in the daily inmate fee at the Broadwater County Detention Center from $67.95 to $69.00, citing higher operating expenses. They also approved increasing the DES Coordinator's hours from 24 to 32 per week with benefits, and approved market wage adjustments for sheriff's office staff, including dispatch, detention officers, and deputies, effective July 1, 2021. Payroll and county claims were approved as presented.

• Approved inmate daily fee increase from $67.95 to $69.00 (unanimous)
• Approved DES Coordinator hours increase from 24 to 32 per week with benefits (unanimous)
• Approved market wage adjustments for sheriff's office effective July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll claims of $182,559.79 (unanimous)
• Approved county claims of $15,069.84 (unanimous)
• Approved county claims of $10,226.96 (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to review financial and budget reports and discuss preparations for the 2021 fair. The board will address the Fairgrounds Master Plan and a fundraiser scheduled for June 25th. Members will also consider letters of interest for the Vendor Supervisor position.

• Review of Financial/Budget
• Letters of Interest for Vendor Supervisor position
• Fairgrounds Master Plan update
• Fundraiser on Friday June 25th
• FF Bred Heifer Raffle ticket sales and penning

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will discuss and decide on the FY22 DUI Task Force annual plan, budget, and calendar. The body will also review land use items and a market wage adjustment for the Sheriff's office.

• Broadwater County DUI Task Force FY22 Annual Plan and Budget
• Bridger Brewing West Final Plat Approval
• Market Wage Adjustment SB 238 for the Broadwater County Sheriff
• KLJ agreement Independent Fee Estimate for the Townsend Airport project
• Certificate of Survey reviews for Duede Family Transfer and Webb

The commission approved the DUI Task Force annual plan and budget, granted final approval for the Bridger Brewing West Minor Subdivision, accepted COS exemptions for two property proposals, approved an independent fee review agreement for the Townsend Airport, and approved claims and a trust fund transfer. A request to adjust deputy salaries was tabled.

• Approved DUI Task Force annual plan, budget, calendar, and contacts
• Granted final approval for Bridger Brewing West Minor Subdivision
• Accepted COS exemption for Duede Family Transfer
• Accepted COS exemption for Webb proposal (parcel >160 acres plus two ag tracts)
• Tabled sheriff's request for deputy salary market wage adjustments
• Approved independent fee review proposal and agreement with KLJ for Townsend Airport
• Approved claims dated 5/24/21 for $49,022.75
• Approved Trust Board transfer of $500,000 from First Premier Bank

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote regarding the abandonment of Winston Alley. The body will also discuss a roof RFP and inmate boarding rates for the county detention center.

• Public hearing and decision on Winston Alley Abandonment
• Resolution regarding Broadwater County Detention Inmate Boarding Rate
• RFP for roof via County Maintenance Supervisor
• Duede Family Transfer and Rose Family Transfer reviews
• Discussion on personal property and mobile home delinquent tax write-off

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved requests for proposals for roof replacement at the Sheriff's Office/Detention Center and Search and Rescue Building, signed the Area IV Agency on Aging Contractor Assessment Tool, granted a petition to abandon an alley in Winston, and accepted a COS exemption for the Rose family transfer. A request to write off delinquent taxes was tabled for further research, and a proposal to raise the detention boarding rate to $69/day was discussed but will be subject to a public hearing next week.

• Approved RFPs for roof replacement at Sheriff's Office/Detention Center and Search and Rescue Building
• Signed Area IV Agency on Aging Contractor Assessment Tool
• Tabled request to write off delinquent mobile home and personal property taxes for further research
• Granted petition to abandon alley in Block 3, Winston
• Accepted COS exemption for Rose family transfer

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners are meeting to discuss community development fees and Planning Board bylaws. The body will also consider an agreement with KLJ for a fee estimate regarding a project at Townsend Airport.

• Approval of KLJ agreement for Independent Fee Estimate for proposed project at Townsend Airport
• Discussion on change in fees with Nichole Brown, Community Development/Planner
• Discussion on Planning Board By Laws amendment and adoption
• Discussion regarding Wheatland Water and Sewer on May 18th
• Budget meeting with Department Heads and Bill Jarocki on May 20th

The Broadwater County Commissioners tabled a KLJ agreement for the Townsend Airport project and a proposed increase in the addressing application fee from $20 to $50, pending further evaluation. They approved corrections to the May 10, 2021 minutes, changing the Livingston Airport transfer to $94,800.00, and approved county claims of $55,495.41 and payroll claims of $188,357.22. The board also discussed Planning Board by-law amendments, deciding on a five-member board with two non-voting members and a three-member quorum, with changes to be brought back.

• Tabled KLJ agreement for Townsend Airport project until next meeting
• Tabled addressing fee increase from $20 to $50 for further evaluation
• Approved corrections to May 10, 2021 minutes (Livingston Airport transfer changed to $94,800.00)
• Approved corrected May 10, 2021 minutes
• Approved county claims of $55,495.41
• Approved payroll claims of $188,357.22
• Discussed Planning Board by-law amendments; decided on 5-member board with 2 non-voting members and 3-member quorum

County Commissioner &

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to decide on changes to community development fees and review a boundary relocation. The body will also consider approvals for FAA agreements and a public health grant.

• Discussion and decision on change in fees
• Approval of $5,153 Public Health Grant/Task Order for Teresa Monson RN
• COS Boundary Relocation for Joe Bushilla
• Approval of FAA Single Audit Certification Form and Agreement of Transfer of Entitlements
• Negotiation caucus regarding the Union Contract

The commission approved a $24,083 public health COVID contract and a $94,800 FAA entitlement transfer to Park County/City of Livingston. An immunization grant contract was tabled for review. Payroll claims and a single audit certification were also approved.

• Approved Broadwater County Public Health Covid Contract for $24,083 (unanimous)
• Tabled Immunization grant contract of $5,153 until May 13 meeting
• Approved minutes dated 05/03/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll claims of $195,530.33 (unanimous)
• Signed Single Audit Certification Form (unanimous)
• Approved FAA Agreement of Transfer of Entitlements to Park County/City of Livingston for $94,800 (unanimous)
• Approved COS Boundary Relocation for Joe Bushilla's property (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to make decisions on a roof RFP and the mask policy for county buildings. The body will also discuss a school and library interlocal agreement and potential changes to community development fees.

• Decision on RFP for Roof from County Maintenance Supervisor Mike Myers
• Decision on Mask Policy in County Buildings
• Discussion on Broadwater School and Library Interlocal Agreement
• Discussion on possible change in fees for Community Development/Planner
• Approval of Local Government Forestry Assistance Grant

Commissioners voted to remove the county mask mandate, except for District Court and Public Health, and encouraged vaccinations. They also approved a forestry grant, granted a land-sale exemption, and approved claims totaling over $222,000. A proposed fee increase for address applications was postponed to the next meeting.

• Removed mask mandate for county buildings, except District Court and Public Health (motion carried)
• Approved Montana DRNC Local Government Forestry Assistance Grant for $1,779.40
• Granted Neal Bouma an exemption from the two-year land-sale requirement
• Approved claims of $176,695.50 dated 4/21/21
• Approved claims of $46,036.63 dated 4/21/21
• Postponed roof RFP until next week
• Postponed address fee increase decision to May 10 agenda

County Commissioner &

The Board of Commissioners will decide on several land use approvals, including plat and survey reviews. The body will also consider a replacement server for the Sheriff's Office and a legal payment to Galzagorry. Additionally, the board will sign ACRGP funding for the airport.

• Antelope Run I Minor Preliminary Plat Approval
• Peaceful Hilltop Request for Final Plat Approval
• Broadwater County Sheriff Office Replacement Server
• Galzagorry Legal Payment
• ACRGP Funding for Airport

The commission approved the preliminary plat for Antelope Run I Minor Subdivision, with an amended condition, and granted final approval for Peaceful Hilltop Minor Subdivision. It also approved expenditures for a sheriff's office server and legal fees, and reappointed a planning board member.

• Approved preliminary plat for Antelope Run I Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Amended condition #9 to read 'constructed by Broadwater County or its agent' (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for Peaceful Hilltop Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved $9,816.00 for replacement server for Sheriff Office (unanimous)
• Approved Galzagorry legal payment of $2,222.64 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Dennis Miller to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved claims dated 4/16/21 for $33,556.73 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for 4/15/2021 in amount of $208,593.12 (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on preliminary plat approval for Antelope Run 1 and maintenance projects for the courthouse and Sheriff's Office. The body will also discuss a potential skate park location and a proposed fee increase for address applications.

• Decision on Antelope Run 1 Minor Subdivision Request for Preliminary Plat Approval
• Decision on concrete replacement at Courthouse
• Decision on fire alarm system for Sheriff Office
• Proposed increase in fee for address applications
• Discussion regarding property for a potential skate park

The commission approved a $4,438 sidewalk construction contract with Rock Hard Construction and a $13,800 fire alarm system proposal from NICO Electronic Systems, funded from PILT CIP. A public hearing on addressing application fees was scheduled for May 17. Final plat approval for Peaceful Hilltop and preliminary approval for Antelope Run I were deferred.

• Approved minutes of 4/12/2021
• Approved Galzagorry legal payment of $2,222.64
• Scheduled public hearing on addressing application fee increase for May 17
• Deferred final plat approval for Peaceful Hilltop Minor Subdivision
• Deferred preliminary approval for Antelope Run I Subdivision
• Approved Rock Hard Construction proposal for courthouse sidewalk ($4,438.00)
• Approved NICO Electronic Systems fire alarm system proposal ($13,800.00) from PILT CIP fund

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will consider several subdivision requests and a management contract. The meeting also includes advisory board appointments and a closed-door session regarding employee compensation.

• Westside Trails Subdivision Request Extension
• Antelope Run 1 Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval
• Dry Gulch Acres Tract B Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval
• Westside Trails Major Subdivision Phasing Plan Amendment
• SRA Management Contract with Canyon Enterprises

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved a 1-year extension for the Westside Trails subdivision, amended the Antelope Run I preliminary approval to require a traffic study and road cost share, and granted preliminary plat approval for Dry Gulch Acres Tract B. They also appointed Mike Millay to the Historical Society Board and accepted the Silos Recreation Area maintenance agreement. Planning Board appointments were tabled.

• Granted 1-year extension for Westside Trails subdivision (unanimous)
• Amended Antelope Run I preliminary approval to add traffic study and KOA Road cost share condition (unanimous)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for Dry Gulch Acres Tract B (unanimous)
• Approved Westside Trails preliminary plat extension amendment with corrected date (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Millay to Historical Society Board (unanimous)
• Accepted COS exemption for Double C Dirt boundary relocation (unanimous)
• Accepted Silos Recreation Area operation and maintenance agreement with Canyon Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 4/5/2021 (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to consider preliminary plat approvals for two developments. The body will also review a budget consulting contract and health insurance premium recommendations.

• Contract approval for Bill Jarocki for Budget Consulting
• Preliminary Plat Approval request for Antelope Run 1
• Preliminary Plat Approval request for Dry Gulch Acres Tract B
• Employee Insurance Committee recommendation for health insurance premium increase
• Closed door legal updates regarding Galzagorry Subdivision and Lower Bedford Rd

The commission approved a contract with Voltaic Solutions Montana – William L. Jarocki for budget analysis and advisory services. It also approved collecting a $27/month employee insurance increase for the rest of the fiscal year, with possible county payment later. Two subdivision preliminary plats (Antelope Run I and Dry Gulch Acres Tract B) were tabled for a week. Claims and payroll were approved, and minutes from 3/22/2021 were adopted.

• Approved contract with Voltaic Solutions Montana – William L. Jarocki for budget analysis and advisory services.
• Approved collecting $27.00/month increase from employees for insurance for remainder of fiscal year.
• Tabled Antelope Run I Minor subdivision preliminary plat approval for a week.
• Tabled Dry Gulch Acres Tract B preliminary plat approval until next week.
• Approved minutes dated 3/22/2021.
• Approved claims dated 3/29/21 for $80,611.98.
• Approved payroll for pay date 3/31/21 in the amount of $193,555.82.

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to discuss a budget consulting contract and consider two preliminary plat approval requests. The meeting also includes a Zoom presentation regarding MDT Roadway Functional Classification.

• Bill Jarocki Contract for Budget Consulting
• Bridger Brewing – West Minor Subdivision preliminary plat approval
• Dry Gulch Acres Tract B Subsequent Minor preliminary plat approval
• MDT Roadway Functional Classification Presentation

The commission granted preliminary approval for the Bridger Brewing-West Minor Subdivision, including requested addendum and variances, with a rural improvement district statement added. Payroll for March 15, 2021, was approved at $166,699.90, and the March 15 minutes were adopted. The Dry Gulch Acres subdivision was discussed but deferred to April 5 pending covenant signatures.

• Approved addendum and variances for Bridger Brewing-West subdivision (unanimous)
• Granted preliminary approval for Bridger Brewing-West subdivision with RID statement (unanimous)
• Approved 3/15/2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for pay date 3/15/21 in amount of $166,699.90 (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will consider preliminary plat approvals for two minor subdivisions. The body will also discuss and potentially approve contracts for the Forest Service and the Silos Recreation Area.

• Bridger Brewing – West Minor Subdivision preliminary plat approval
• Antelope Run 1 Minor Subdivision preliminary plat approval
• Wynn Meehan – Forest Service Contract
• Silos Recreation Area Operation and Management Contract
• Review of County Audit and Budget

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved and signed the Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan & Financial Plan with the USDA Forest Service. They also approved the minutes from the 3/8/2021 meeting and paid approved claims totaling $41,839.27. The commissioners agreed to delay signing the Silos Recreation Area contract until the other party approves it.

• Approved and signed the Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan & Financial Plan with USDA Forest Service.
• Approved the minutes from the 3/8/2021 meeting.
• Paid approved claims dated 3/10/2021 for $41,839.27.
• Agreed to wait to sign the Silos Recreation Area Operation and Management Contract until the other party is okay with it.

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The Broadwater County Commissioners will discuss and decide on several expenditures and policy updates. The meeting includes a legal strategy session regarding the Galzagorry Subdivision lawsuit.

• Payment of up to $10,000.00 for expert witness expenses for State of Montana vs. Laura Obert
• Purchase of a commercial washer/dryer for the Detention Center
• Update to the County Building Mask Policy
• Amendment to Condition #1 of the Peaceful Hilltop Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Discussion of the Meadowlark Digital Scanning Project

The commission approved an amended face mask policy for county buildings, with Commissioner Folkvord stating the intent is to protect employees, not make a political statement. They also approved paying claims of $27,039.82, payroll of $197,163.46, and up to $10,000 for an expert witness in the Obert case. A request for a new 32-hour/week employee in the Clerk of District Court office was directed to the FY2022 budget process, and a purchase of a washer/dryer for the Detention Center was allowed.

• Approved minutes dated 3/1/2021.
• Approved claims dated 3/3/21 for $27,039.82.
• Approved payroll for pay date 2/26/21 in the amount of $197,163.46.
• Approved up to $10,000 for an expert witness in the Obert case.
• Approved the amended face mask policy for county buildings.
• Approved restating Condition #1 in the Peaceful Hilltop Subsequent Minor Subdivision preliminary plat approval, replacing 'DEQ' with 'Broadwater County Environmental Health Department'.
• Allowed purchase of a commercial washer and dryer for the Detention Center, funded from inmate welfare funds.

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners granted preliminary plat approval for the Peaceful Hilltop Subsequent Minor Subdivision, with a condition requiring the applicant to contribute 2/50th of the cost to upgrade Vista Drive to county road standards. They also approved the Board of Health bylaws, a grant application for senior services, and bids for generator and security upgrades.

• Granted preliminary plat approval for Peaceful Hilltop Minor Subdivision, with condition for Vista Drive contribution (unanimous)
• Approved Board of Health bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved letter of intent for Older Americans Act Title III grant for homemaker, respite, and skilled nursing services (unanimous)
• Approved bids for generator and security upgrades: cameras $5,882, windows $16,576, door access $11,950, generator $109,962.55, excavation $16,800 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 2/16/2021 and 2/22/2021 meetings (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on a mask policy for county buildings and a pay increase for the DES Coordinator. The agenda also includes updates from the County Extension Agent and a contract signing for the TV District Board.

• Decision on County Mask Policy for County Buildings
• Probationary Period Pay Increase for DES Coordinator Brittany Willis
• TV District Board contract signing
• Discussion of Canyon Enterprises Inc Silo’s Contract
• Certificate of Survey Review

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved claims totaling $30,232.49, adopted a mask use policy for county buildings, and granted a probationary pay increase to a DEQ employee. Reports were given on 4-H and Fair Board activities, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved claims dated 2/18/21 for $30,232.49 (unanimous)
• Approved mask use policy for courthouse and county buildings (unanimous)
• Granted probationary period pay increase to Brittany Willis, DEQ (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to decide on final plat approvals for Lake Vista Lot 5 and Silos Lake View Estates. The body will also consider a reorganization of the Road Department and the replacement of a fire alarm at the Senior Citizen Center.

• Final Plat Approval Lake Vista Lot 5
• Final Plat Approval Silos Lake View Estates
• Decision on replacing fire alarm at Senior Citizen Center
• Decision on reorganization of Road Department
• Discussion and acceptance of Silos Master Plan

The Broadwater County Commissioners approved the Silos Master Plan, two minor subdivisions (Lake Vista Lot 5 and Silos Lake View Estates), and several financial items including claims and payroll. They also approved hiring an additional road department employee, a fire alarm system replacement for the Senior Center, and an EMPG grant for FY2022. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes dated 2/8/2021
• Approved claims dated 2/5/21 for $122,238.38
• Approved payroll for pay date 2/12/21 for $191,622.60
• Approved claims dated 2/16/21 for $159,698.13
• Accepted Silos Master Plan
• Approved Lake Vista Lot 5 Minor Subdivision final plat
• Approved Silos Lake View Estates Minor Subdivision final plat
• Approved hire of additional road department employee

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to pay off two Board of Investment loans early. The body will also consider a management agreement for Silos Recreation.

• Public hearing and decision on resolution for early payoff of two Board of Investment loans
• Letter of intent to Bureau of Reclamation for Silos Recreation Management Agreement
• Decision to award Silo’s Area Management Agreement
• Discussion on reorganization of Road and Bridge Department
• Review of Certificate of Survey

The commission voted to send a letter to the Bureau of Reclamation declining to automatically renew the Silos Recreation Area management agreement when it expires in February 2023. It also awarded the Silos Area management contract to Canyon Enterprises, Inc., based on a unanimous review committee recommendation, and approved a resolution for early pay-off of two Board of Investment loans.

• Approved minutes dated 2/1/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for pay date 1/29/21 in the amount of $183,024.09 (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Bureau of Reclamation declining Silos Recreation Area management agreement renewal (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for early pay-off of two Board of Investment loans (unanimous)
• Awarded Silos Area management contract to Canyon Enterprises, Inc. (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on Feb 1, 2021, with public comment, approval of minutes, and a certificate of survey review. They will hear a request from Rocky Mountain Supply to lower the speed limit on a section of Highway 287, and will make decisions on two boundary relocation requests (Grovom/Everson and Kurtz/Kauffman). They will also discuss filling the Deputy County Attorney position. Later in the week, they will interview candidates for the Silos Recreation Management contract.

• Request to lower speed limit on Highway 287 by Rocky Mountain Supply
• Decision on boundary relocation for Grovom and Everson
• Decision on boundary relocation for Kurtz and Kauffman
• Discussion/decision on Deputy County Attorney position
• Interviews for Silos Recreation Management with two candidates

The Broadwater County Commission approved a full-time deputy county attorney position with a salary cap of $70,000 (not including benefits), after the part-time position remained unfilled. They also approved two claims payments totaling $166,801.33, approved a boundary relocation for the Grovom subdivision, and supported a COS exemption for the Kurtz/Kauffman boundary relocation. A request to relocate a 45 mph speed zone was sent to the Department of Transportation.

• Approved full-time deputy county attorney position, salary cap $70,000 (not including benefits) (unanimous)
• Approved claims dated 1/28/21 for $118,801.33 (unanimous)
• Approved claim dated 1/22/21 for $48,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Grovom boundary relocation amending Tract 3B of Tract3-Phase 1 Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Supported COS exemption for Kurtz/Kauffman boundary relocation (unanimous)

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will hold a meeting on January 25, 2021, to review liability insurance and discuss the county mask policy. Key decisions include amending protective covenants for River View Estates and signing a memorandum of understanding for the Missouri River Drug Task Force. The agenda also includes a decision on the Townsend Airport environmental categorical exclusion and updates on the Silo’s Recreation Area RFP.

• Decision on Amended Protective Covenants for River View Estates Phases A and B
• Sign Missouri River Drug Task Force Memorandum of Understanding FY 2022-2023
• Decision/Sign Townsend Airport Environmental Categorical Exclusion
• Update/Discussion/Decision on County Mask Policy within County Buildings
• Review of Silo’s Recreation Area Management Agreement Open RFPs

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to make decisions regarding a boundary relocation for Vandenacre and appointments to the County Advisory Board. The body will also discuss amended protective covenants for River View Estates Phases A & B and a resolution to declare surplus property.

• Decision on Vandenacre boundary relocation
• Discussion of amended protective covenants for River View Estates- Phases A & B
• Decision on County Advisory Board appointments
• Resolution to declare surplus property
• Approval of journal entries

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review COVID-19 vaccine distribution and Governor's directives. The meeting includes the election of officers and reports from the Public Health Officer, Nurse, and County Sanitarian.

• COVID-19 vaccine distribution update
• Election of officers
• 2021 Cooperative Agreement
• Rocky Mtn Supply Holding Tank Proposal
• Approval of December 16, 2020 minutes

County Commissioner &

The Commission will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions to establish county office hours, mileage and per-diem rates, and regular meeting dates. The body will also review a Trust Board Secretary contract and a salary increase request for an administrative assistant.

• Resolution establishing office hours for Broadwater County Offices
• Resolution establishing mileage, lodging and per-diem rates
• Resolution establishing regular meeting dates of the Commission
• Adoption of Broadwater County Public Process Policy
• Salary increase request for Administrative Assistant

County Commissioner &

The Broadwater County Commissioners will elect a Presiding Officer and Vice-Chair. The body will decide on a boundary relocation and approve solicitations for security and generator upgrades at the Detention Center and Courthouse.

• Election of Presiding Officer and Vice-Chair
• Boundary Relocation for Joe Nelson
• Solicitation for Request for Proposals for security upgrades and new generator for Detention Center and Courthouse
• Meadowlark Search contract for digital archiving of county records
• Great West Engineering task orders