COMMISSIONERS’S MEETING

This is to certify the following is a true and correct copy of the Broadwater County Commissioner Minutes approved by the Commissioners on March 06, 2006. Judy R. Gillespie, Clerk

FEBRUARY 13, 2006

Chairman Steven R. McCullough called the meeting of the Broadwater County Commissioners to order. Present was Commissioner James V. Hohn and Commissioner Elaine M. Mann was absent.

Duane Halverson, with the Montana Multiple Use Association, met with the Commissioners regarding the Roadless Rule, Tim Ravndal was not present for the meeting. Mr. Halverson supplied the Commissioners with a packet of data for the Commissioners to add to the information they are forwarding to the Governor.

Commissioner McCullough asked if Mr. Halverson could make an addendum to attach instead of sending all the data he has brought in to the Commissioners because there is so much information. However, Mr. Halverson felt there is really no way to sum up all the information into an addendum because all the information is very important to send to the Governor.

Jack Mann and John Wright each took turns in expressing their thoughts and support for this issue and all the information Mr. Halverson brought to the Commissioners.

Duane Halverson, who is also on the County Airport Board, now changed his discussion with the Commissioners to airport business. Mr. Halverson brought in documents for the Commissioners to sign that he received during the Airport Board meeting last Thursday with Bill Burkland for a guest speaker. These documents present a process for land acquisition and Mr. Halverson would like the Commissioners to review these documents before they sign them.

Commissioner McCullough suggested they table this discussion until they meet with Bill Burkland on February 27, 2006, and see his presentation.

Next Mr. Halverson discussed the Triple Tree Construction Contract with the Commissioners. On 01/23/2006 the Airport Board was awarded additional money to the $52,500.00 grant for the Canyon Ferry Airport resurfacing project. Now they have $83,010.00. The project will start in June and may last 30 days. Mr. Halverson said the Airport Board would like to add an attachment to the current contract instead of throwing out the current contract and creating a new one. The Board also has decided to reduce the length of the runway from 3200 feet to 48 feet because the cost of material is so high.

Mr. Halverson said that they are also planning a SPCC training for emergency spillage situations with the fuel tank. They are meeting with Northwest fuel system for discussion, and he thinks the training will be planned for around 3/14/06.

Mr. Halverson passed out some maps for the Commissioners to look at regarding the FAA comment in a letter they received on an inspection done at the Airport in October. The FAA wants clarification on who is supposed to use tract 2 & 3. Mr. Halverson said once all parties involved agree they will have a survey done.

Commissioners McCullough said he spoke with the mayor and the county will share the cost for the survey with the city for the Townsend Airport.

Bob Masolo & Michele Christensen met with the Commissioners to discuss the Fair Board 2006 Plans. The City/County Lease is up in 3 years and they want the Commissioners thought regarding this issue.

Commissioner McCullough said they have a letter to the current contract holder stating the County Commission’s understanding of the contract. The letter was supposed to go to city to get the city’s understanding of the contract, however Commissioner Mann asked to hold the letter and not send it to the city yet.

Bob & Michele want to know what should they do for next 3 years. Should they continue to make improvement to the fair facilities?

Commissioner McCullough said that it’s still a county facility so any improvements are fine. He also suggests that the Fair Board consider buying shares to have voting status and have a Fair and Rodeo Association. Bob said he wasn’t sure what the by-laws say regarding buying shares.

Pat Plantenberg met with the Commissioners to discuss the new Front Street Project plan for 2006. Pat would like the Commissioners to write a letter for him for tax purposes regarding his donations of materials in the amount of $1,740.00 for the Detention Center Project. He would also like the Commissioners to make a donation to the Tree Board because they donated labor and did a great job. For the 2006 Front Street Project, which will cost around $73,000.00, he already has $40,000.00 in commitments and would like to ask for the County’s support again.

Commissioner McCullough asked Natalie to write a letter for Pat regarding his donation for Tax purposes and to call Bob Masolo, County Road Department Supervisor, about helping with the 2006 Front Street Project.

Darlene Doig & Virginia Knerr met with the Commissioners to discuss having Bill Almy and Margo Deal replace Jack Sautter and Ed Shindall as members on the Mosquito Board. If approved they would fulfill Mr. Sautter and Mr. Shindoll’s terms until they are up on June 30, 2006. Then Mr. Almy and Ms. Deal will be re-appointed.

Commissioners Hohn motioned to approve appointing Bill Almy and Margo Dale to the Mosquito Board to replace Jack Sautter and Ed Shindoll. Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion passed.

Commissioner McCullough said if they provide the addresses Natalie will send out formal letters to all the necessary parties.

Virginia Knerr also updated the Commissioners regarding the County Extension program planning for 2006. She would like to get their thoughts on an opportunity for her to be a back up Vice Director for the NICAA’s Western region.

Roberta Arnold met with the Commissioners to verify that her plat had been filed with the Clerk and Recorders office. However, it turns out that the plat has been filed but there is no deed on file. The Commissioners suggested she have the County Attorney, John Flynn write up a deed for her.

Commissioner McCullough adjourned for lunch at 12: 05

Julie Lethert met with the Commissioners regarding final approval for Rolling Glenn Ranch Subdivision Phase II and 2 Subdivision Improvement Agreement Guarantees for Rolling Glenn Ranch road and Wheatland road.

With all conditions being met, Commissioner Hohn motioned to accept the Rolling Glenn Ranch Subdivision Phase II final plat and the 2 Subdivision Improvement Agreement Guarantee for both the Rolling Glenn Ranch road and Wheatland road. Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion passed. Julie stated that her office would keep track of funds coming in for these road improvement agreements.

Mail/Items for discussion

The Commissioners received a letter from John Flynn, County Attorney, stating his approval on the Cooperative Noxious Weed Management Agreement between Broadwater County Commission, Broadwater County Weed Board and the City of Townsend.

The Commissioners received a legal advice from John Flynn regarding the County gravel pit. The Rocky Mountain Title Company is interested in obtaining that land. The Commissioners asked Natalie Tomeo to send a letter to Don Betts with Rocky Mountain Title Company with a list of options.

The Commissioners received a letter from Dennis & Irene Rahn’s attorney regarding the 27^th public hearing on the Dunbar Road petition. Commissioner McCullough suggested they hold on to the letter until the public hearing.

Commissioners Hohn asked Natalie to send letter to Gateway removing Virginia Knerr from the Board of Directors. They will provide a replacement at a later date.

Natalie Tomeo, County Finance Officers, presented the Commissioners with a summary regarding the Transitional Housing Grant. Commissioner Hohn told Natalie to send a copy to John Flynn outlining the problem.

The Commissioners asked Natalie Tomeo, County Finance Office, to send out request for proposals to newspapers and planning firms.

Mail/Items for action or signatures

Commissioner Hohn motioned to approve the Claims for 02/07/06 in amount of $10,466.11, Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion was approved

Natalie Tomeo, County Finance Office, brought to the Commissioners attention a claim from Lite Electric Inc. in the amount of $733.00 for work completed at the Townsend Senior Dinner Club. Natalie asked the Commissioners for direction on which county fund the money should come from to pay this claim. The Commissioners told Natalie to pay this claim out of PILT.

Request from Virginia Knerr regarding increase in her budget in the amount of $38.31. This is an expense do to DES request for Virginia Knerr to travel to a committee meeting.

Commissioner Hohn made a motion to accept the increase to Virginia’s budget to cover this travel cost. Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion passed.

Letter regarding child support monies that wrongly went to Washington

Meanwhile family needs that money, $430.00. Commissioners agreed to pay the $430.00 from contracted services fund and try and recoup the money.

Commissioner Hohn motioned to approve the Motor Vehicle Refund reports Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion was approved.

Commissioner McCullough signed the license permit for DEQ Composting pile signed.

Commissioner Hohn motioned to accept the 01/30/2006 Commissioner minutes. Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the motion was approved.

Natalie will send letter to Jerry Wederholt regarding his subdivision.

Public Comments:

The following are some of the comments made during public comment; Steve Cavanaugh wanted to update the Commissioners on the Dunbar Road issue.

Melissa Tuemmler, Leonard Lambott, and Joe Jepson discussed problems with the County Planning Department.

Debra Hyden came in to inform the Commissioners that she is no longer with Gateway but she still plans to work with the County on economic development issues.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:50 pm, the next Commissioners meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2006 at 10:00am in the Commissioners room located in the basement of the Courthouse.

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Steven R. McCullough, Chairman

ATTESTED:

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Melissa Gilster, Deputy Clerk