This is to certify the following is a true and correct copy of the Broadwater County Commissioner Minutes approved by the Commissioners on December 05, 2005. Judy R. Gillespie, Clerk
COMMISSIONERS’S MEETING
NOVEMBER 21, 2005
The meeting of the Broadwater County Commissioners was called to order by chairman James V. Hohn. Present was Commissioner Steven R. McCullough and Commissioner Elaine M. Mann.
- Julie Lethert met with the Commissioners regarding the preliminary plat approval for Amended Valley View Estates Lot 19 Minor Subdivision. The "Finding of Facts" was read and upon discussion Julie mentioned the subdivision’s road condition. In the finding of facts under the Order section, number 5 the wording was changed to state" shall be improved" to bring the road up to County standards. Commissioners Mann motioned to approve the preliminary plat subject to conditions; Commissioners McCullough seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously.
Julie also brought forth the Amended Lazy HM Estates preliminary plat approval.
Julie read the "Finding of Facts" and Commissioner McCullough motioned to approve the preliminary plat, subject to conditions. Commissioner Mann seconded the motion, and the motion passed unanimously.
- Lori Benner with Nittany Grantworks met with the Commissioners to discuss grant-writing possibilities. Ms. Benner told the Commissioners that the Flood Study Project would not be eligible, however she did give the Commissioners a list of eligible projects.
- The Planning Board met with the Commissioners to discuss impact fees and other issues. There was a discussion regarding the planning office. Jorja Hensley along with the other Planning Board members feel that the planning office is understaffed, Commissioner Mann suggested hiring another person for that office.
There were some suggestions made regarding the planning board as well, first they suggested not accepting new subdivisions during the months of January through March, this would give the Planning Board time to update the Subdivision Regulations and second increasing the Planning Board from 5 members to 7.
Jenny Schauber and Jorja Hensley both brought up having public meetings for public input and to explain how and why certain issues are handled the way they are. Jenny also suggested that a representative from all entities should be present for example the Sheriff Office, Fire Department, Road Department etc.
The Commissioner told the Planning Board to make an appointment for the next agenda regarding increasing the Planning Board members from 5 to 7. They also referred the Planning Office and Planning Boards suggested regarding a moratorium on new subdivision during the months of January through March to the County Attorney, John Flynn.
- Bill Burkland with Robert Peccia and Associates met with the Commissioners regarding the Townsend Airport Fuel Project update and signing the completion papers for the project.
Mr. Burkand also discussed the $150,000.00 Federal money available to the Townsend Airport, for land purchase, which is a high priority item for next year and for the FAA’s requirement for an airport layout plan update. The first step would be to apply for the Montana Aeronautic Division Grant.
This Friday is the Deadline for the 150,000.00 Federal Grant; the Commissioners approved putting the application for the Federal Grant.
- Mail/Items for discussion, Action and/or Signature
- Demolition of Old County Jail will be published in the Mini Nickel paper, Townsend Star, and Independent Record on 11/23/2005, 12/01/2005, and 12/08/2005. A walk through is scheduled for 12/05/2005 and the bids close 12/09/2005. On 12/12/2005 the bids will be open and read aloud publicly during the Commissioners meeting.
- Bids for the heating and air conditioning unit at the Senior Center were opened and read. Commissioner McCullough motioned to accept "All Seasons" bid for $7,251.00. Commissioner Mann seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously.
- George Collins is appealing the courts decision for him to pay the horse-boarding bill.
- The Commissioners approved two letters to be sent out to Ron O’Donnell with Stockman Asset management and Paul Backland with the Bureau of Reclamation.
- Payroll for 11/15/2005 was approved for $86,487.14.
- Claims for 11/15/2005 were approved for $1,340.47, $27,906.16, and $75,948.40.
- The 2006 Final Budget Document was approved to be sent to the State of Montana Dept of Administration.
- Commissioner Mann motioned to accept the 11/14/2005 minutes, Commissioner McCullough seconded the motion and the minutes were approved.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:00 pm, the next Commissioners meeting is scheduled for November 28, 2005 at 10:00am in the Commissioners room in the Courthouse.
_______________________
James V. Hohn, Chairman
ATTESTED:
______________________________
Melissa Gilster, Deputy Clerk