Anaconda public meetings in 2024

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission is holding a special work session to discuss 2025 appointments and administrative resolutions. The body will review proposed fee schedules for building permits and vacant structure registrations.

• Appointment of 2025 Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Resolution 25-01: Registration and inspection fees for Vacant Registry and Vacant Structure requirements
• Resolution 25-02: Building Permit Fee Schedule for 2025
• Resolution 25-03: Locations for posting public notice
• Task Order 25-07-4-21-112-0 regarding Montana DPHHS Environmental Health and Food Safety Licensing

The commission placed on the agenda appointments for 2025 board chairs and representatives, with corrections to the Economic Development and Solid Waste boards. It also placed on the agenda resolutions for vacant registry fees, building permit fees, and public notice posting locations. No final votes were taken; all items were tabled for a future meeting.

• Placed on agenda 2025 board chair and representative appointments
• Corrected Economic Development Board representative to Commissioner Gates
• Commissioner Beaudette volunteered for Solid Waste Board
• Placed on agenda Resolution 25-01 for vacant registry fees
• Placed on agenda Resolution 25-02 for building permit fees
• Placed on agenda Resolution 25-03 for public notice posting locations
• Placed on agenda grants administrator position description
• Placed on agenda Task Order 25-07-4-21-112-0

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider approving the Old Works Golf Course 2025 annual plan and budget, along with resolutions setting 2025 meeting dates and county holidays. Other action items include grant applications, a contract modification for early restoration, and an extension request from the Urban Wildlife Management Task Force.

• Old Works Golf Course 2024 Capital Budget Amendment and 2025 Annual Plan and Budget
• Resolution 24-25 establishing commission meeting dates for calendar year 2025
• Resolution 24-26 designating county holidays for calendar year 2025
• Noxious Weed Trust Fund Special County/Reservation Program Enhancement Grant Application 2025
• Anaconda Deer Lodge County Early Restoration and Restoration Planning Support Contract No. 800030 Modification 1

The commission unanimously approved the Old Works Golf Course 2025 annual plan and budget, along with a 2024 capital budget amendment for equipment and kitchen fixes. They also approved several resolutions and contracts, including 2025 meeting dates, county holidays, a noxious weed grant application, a restoration contract modification, an extension for the Urban Wildlife Management Task Force, and two state grant agreements. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Old Works Golf Course 2024 Capital Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Old Works Golf Course 2025 Annual Plan and Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-25 establishing 2025 commission meeting dates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-26 designating 2025 county holidays (5-0)
• Approved Noxious Weed Trust Fund grant application 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Early Restoration Contract No. 800030 Modification 1 (5-0)
• Approved extension for Urban Wildlife Management Task Force report to Feb 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Renewable Resource Project Grant Agreement with MT DNRC (5-0)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force will discuss updates on Red Ribbon Week activities, a gas card campaign for sober drivers, and a social host media campaign. New business includes possible use of MIDAC in Anaconda and changes in MIP classes. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and financial and DUI reports.

• Red Ribbon Week activity report by Sue Konicek and Katie Gruss
• Cheers To Sober Drivers gas card campaign update by Michelle Harrington
• Social Host Media Campaign update by Sue Konicek
• Possible MIDAC use in Anaconda discussed as new business
• Changes in MIP classes presented by Katie Gruss

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County DUI Task Force met on December 12, 2024, and unanimously approved the October 2024 meeting minutes, the financial report showing $30,794.70 in the DUI Task fund, and the combined financial/DUI-MIP reports. The group discussed several ongoing and new initiatives, including the Cheers to Sober Drivers program, a Social Host Ordinance informational campaign, and potential use of the MIDAC unit during Art In The Park. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved October 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report showing $30,794.70 in DUI Task fund (unanimous)
• Approved combined financial/DUI-MIP reports (unanimous)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission holds a work session to discuss several items, including a capital budget amendment and the 2025 annual plan and budget for the Old Works Golf Course, resolutions setting 2025 commission meeting dates and county holidays, a noxious weed trust fund grant application, and a contract modification for early restoration planning. Public comment is taken on non-agenda items.

• Discussion- Old Works Golf Course 2024 Capital Budget Amendment
• Discussion- Old Works Golf Course 2025 Annual Plan and Budget
• Discussion- Resolution 24-25 establishing 2025 commission meeting dates
• Discussion- Resolution 24-26 designating 2025 county holidays
• Discussion- Noxious Weed Trust Fund Special County/Reservation Program Enhancement Grant Application 2025

The commission held a work session and placed several items on future agendas, including the Old Works Golf Course 2025 annual plan and budget, a resolution setting 2025 meeting dates, a resolution designating 2025 county holidays, a noxious weed grant application, and a contract modification for restoration planning. No formal votes were taken; all items were only placed on the agenda for future consideration.

• Placed Old Works Golf Course 2025 annual plan and budget on agenda
• Placed Resolution 24-25 (2025 meeting dates) on agenda
• Placed Resolution 24-26 (2025 county holidays) on agenda
• Placed Noxious Weed Trust Fund grant application ($7,500) on agenda
• Placed Early Restoration and Restoration Planning Support Contract Modification 1 on agenda

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will meet to provide updates on its 2024 work plan, including preservation awards banquet planning, and discuss the bronze statue project involving grant funding, meetings, and a letter. The board will also continue planning for the Speaker Series, including a January ad and 2025 schedule, and receive the Historic Preservation Officer's report. Public comment is accepted on agenda items and matters within the board's jurisdiction.

• Work plan updates including Preservation Awards Banquet
• Bronze Statue Project: grant funding, meetings, and letter
• Oral History (1.8.2) discussion
• Speaker Series planning: January ad and 2025 schedule
• Historic Preservation Officer Report

The board approved the November 7, 2024 minutes with a correction, and discussed plans for the Preservation Awards banquet, recommending the Elks as a venue and hiring caterers. Updates were given on the Bronze Statue Project, including grant funding and a letter to the Parks Department, and on the Oral History and Speaker Series. No formal decisions were made on these latter items.

• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes with correction (5-0)
• Recommended Elks as venue for Preservation Awards banquet
• Recommended hiring caterers for banquet to avoid liability

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

The Urban Wildlife Management Task Force will discuss and decide whether to include black bears in the wildlife plan, review and approve a draft report to the commission, select a model for a deer management plan, and set a date to present their recommendations.

• Decision to include black bears in the wildlife plan
• Review of draft report to the commission dated September 6, 2024
• Approval or modification of the draft report to finalize
• Selection of a model for a deer management plan from presented options
• Selection of a date to present report and proposed deer management plan to the commission

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will vote on Resolution 24-24 to affirmatively participate in the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan and designate HAB Development Corporation as the county's Community Reinvestment Organization. Other business includes final plat approval for Lot 4 of the East Yards Frontage Subdivision, a trail MOU, a street name change, and board appointments.

• Final Plat approval of Phase 1 Lot 4 of the Amended East Yards Frontage Subdivision by KP Development LLC
• MOU between Anaconda Trail Society and county for a foundational trail on 'A' and 'C' Hill
• Request to change Thornton Trail Drive to Hawk Drive
• Resolution 24-24 to affirmatively participate in Montana Community Reinvestment Plan and designate HAB Development Corporation as Community Reinvestment Organization
• Resignation from Tree Board by Kyle Harrington and appointment of Jake Lee

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

This board will review the 2023 audit, elect officers, and approve October financials. They will also discuss the 2025 annual plan covering rates, operations, and capital improvements, along with updates on the clubhouse and course conditions.

• 2023 Audit Review presented by Debbie Oullette
• Election of Officers
• Approval of October Financials
• Annual Plan 2025: Rates, Operations, Capital
• Clubhouse and Course Conditions Updates

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees is meeting for a routine session with no new business or unfinished business. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, reports from the director, financial, and building committees, and public comment on non-agenda items. No notable decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Financial Report
• Building Report
• Public Comment period for non-agenda items

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a final plat approval for a subdivision lot. The body will also discuss a trail memorandum of understanding and a street name change.

• Public Hearing: Final Plat Approval of Lot 4 of the Amended East Yards Frontage Subdivision (KP Development LLC)
• Discussion: MOU between Anaconda Trail Society and Anaconda-Deer Lodge County for a trail on the 'A' and 'C' Hill
• Discussion: Request to change the name of Thornton Trail Drive to Hawk Drive

Study Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Study Commission will hold an organizational meeting to appoint a presiding officer and vice chairman, discuss and adopt a budget, set by-laws, and establish a tentative meeting schedule. Public discussion will be held near the end of the meeting.

• Appointment of Presiding Officer and Vice Chairman
• Discussion and adoption of budget for the Study Commission
• Discussion and adoption of by-laws
• Setting tentative meeting schedule

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will meet to approve minutes, claims, and several administrative items. Key actions include certifying the November 5 general election, approving a $50,000 grant agreement with the URA/TIFD, and deciding on a major development permit for Icon Towers. The commission will also vote on resolutions for SRF loan repayment and various appointments.

• Official canvass of the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Grant Agreement between A-DLC URA/TIFD and the county in the amount of $50,000.00
• Major Development Permit Application by Smartlink on behalf of Icon Towers
• Resolution 24-23 to repay State Revolving Fund loan debts on Lighting District 150
• Special Event permit for 'Jog and Hog' fundraiser on November 28, 2024 at Washoe Park

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board will open the meeting with public comment, then vote on October minutes and financial reports. They will discuss a DNRC purchase/satellite placement for the Pintler Meadow HOA wildlands truck, AED battery replacements, crime coverage policy changes, and grant updates from three organizations. The Fire Chief will report on 911 calls and education. A major discussion item is the 2024 garage construction project, including fundraising status and planning updates.

• Pintler Meadow HOA Wildlands Truck: DNRC purchase and satellite placement
• WR Community AED Battery Replacement
• Crime Coverage Policy – VFIS update
• WRVFC Grant Updates: Bicentennial Apartments Inc., Town Pump Foundation, Sample Foundation (pending 2025)
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project: fundraising and planning updates

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force will review financial and activity reports, hear updates on prevention campaigns (Red Ribbon Week, Cheers to Sober Drivers, Social Host Media), and discuss possibly adopting MIDAC (Montana Impaired Driving Assessment Criteria) and changes to minor-in-possession (MIP) classes. No binding votes are scheduled.

• Red Ribbon Week activity report by Sue Konicek and Katie Gruss
• Cheers to Sober Drivers gas card campaign update by Michelle Harrington
• Social Host Media Campaign update by Sue Konicek
• Possible use of MIDAC in Anaconda by Michelle Harrington
• Changes in MIP classes by Katie Gruss

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board will meet to discuss design and budget alternatives for the Durant Canyon trail project and consider how to allocate approximately $390,000 in remaining NRDP grant funds. Other items include a pending update on the RARUS Railroad work and an ICMM update. The board will also review and approve minutes from the September meeting.

• Durant Canyon Design/Budget Approach – discussion of alternatives
• Allocation of Remaining NRDP Funds – estimated balance $390K
• RARUS Railroad Update – pending status
• NRDP Grant Agreement – status update
• ICMM Update – discussion item

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a work session to discuss several items, including repaying a State Revolving Fund loan for the sewer district, a major development permit for Icon Towers, appointments to the Domestic Animal Task Force, and Arbor Day proclamations. No formal votes are expected as these are discussion items.

• Discussion of Resolution 24-23 to repay State Revolving Fund loan debts on the Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Sewer District
• Discussion of a major development permit application submitted by Smartlink on behalf of Icon Towers
• Discussion of Arbor Day Retroactive Proclamation 2024 and Arbor Day Proclamation 2025
• Discussion of requests for appointment to the Domestic Animal Task Force (District 4 and District 2 vacancies)
• Discussion of the special event 'Jog and Hog' fundraiser on November 28, 2024, at Washoe Park

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will consider draft minutes, update its 2024 work plan including the preservation awards banquet and Marcus Daly bronze project, review grants including received AOH money, and plan for the November 14th speaker series event and 2025 schedule. A semiannual grant reimbursement report for April 1–September 30 will also be presented.

• Preservation Awards Banquet planning under work plan updates
• Marcus Daly bronze project updates and site locations discussed at special meeting
• Grant applications and received AOH money reviewed
• Speaker series event on November 14th with tasks (greeter, introduction, handout, posters, cookies)
• Semiannual grant reimbursement and match report for April 1–September 30

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will meet to approve September financials and review the 2025 draft operations and capital budgets. Board members will receive updates on the clubhouse, course conditions, and operations including merchandise sales and tournaments. Public comment is invited after each agenda item.

• Approval of September financials and October update
• Review of 2025 draft operations and capital budgets
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Operations update including merchandise, tournaments, and marketing

Airport Board

This meeting is primarily procedural: the board will approve minutes from June 26, 2024, hear reports from the manager and consultant, and handle any old or new business (none listed). No substantive decisions, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
• Manager's report by Monte Belgarde
• Consultant's report from Robert Peccia and Associates
• No old or new business
• Next meeting scheduled for January 29, 2025

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider approving an inmate excess medical insurance agreement, reappointing members to the Opportunity Mosquito Control Board and DUI Task Force, and appointing members to the Domestic Animal Task Force and Old Works Golf Course Authority Board. They will also decide on setting a November 26 public hearing for final plat approval of Lot 4 of the Amended East Yards Frontage Subdivision by KP Development LLC.

• Approval of 2024-2025 inmate excess medical insurance/claims administration agreement
• Request for public hearing (Nov 26) for final plat approval of Lot 4 of Amended East Yards Frontage Subdivision by KP Development LLC
• Reappointment of Pete Reisenhauer to Opportunity Mosquito Control Board
• Reappointment of Sue Konicek to DUI Task Force; appointments to Domestic Animal Task Force
• Appointment/reappointment of two members to Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

Board of Health

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Board of Health will meet to approve September minutes and receive updates from the Tri-County Sanitarian and Public Health Director. No votes on ordinances or budgets are scheduled.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Environmental health updates from Tri-County Sanitarian Chad Lanes
• Public health program reports from Director Lauren Bolton
• Next meeting date set for January 23, 2025

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is holding a work session to discuss insurance management for inmates and fire protection standards for the Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area. The body will also review several requests for board and task force appointments.

• 2024-2025 Inmate Excess Medical Insurance and/or Claims Administration Management Agreement
• Resolution 24-22: Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area Fire Protection Standards
• Reappointment request for Opportunity Mosquito Control Board by Pete Reisenhauer
• Reappointment request for DUI Task Force by Sue Konicek
• Appointments for Domestic Animal Task Force

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct preapplication meetings for three proposed major subdivisions. The board will also review training conducted in Deer Lodge in September.

• Preapplication Meeting: Pintler Peaks Major Subdivision
• Preapplication Meeting: Sunset Valley Major Subdivision
• Preapplication Meeting: Moonbase Major Subdivision
• Review of September Planning Board Training in Deer Lodge

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will vote on approving minutes from October 1 and October 8, and authorize payment of claims. Unfinished business includes awarding a bid for a 2025 police package vehicle (bids from Dana Safety Supply and Young Automotive Group), approving a Head Start grant application, and voting on Resolution 24-21 establishing procedures for burials on private property. New business items include a speed study and traffic impact request for Montana Highway 1, an amendment to a WIC program services contract, and a special event permit for the Anaconda Stroll holiday celebration on November 29 at Kennedy Commons.

• Awarding bid for 2025 police package vehicle with bids from Dana Safety Supply and Young Automotive Group
• Resolution 24-21 to establish procedure for disposition of bodies burial on private property
• Appointments to Airport Board (Edmund Pitts Harrison, Jr.) and Domestic Animal Task Force (multiple applicants for two vacancies)
• Anaconda Speed Study and Traffic Impact Request for Montana Highway 1
• Special event permit for Anaconda Stroll holiday celebration November 29 at Kennedy Commons

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force is meeting to review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The body is discussing support for Red Ribbon Week and updates on sobriety-related media and gas card campaigns.

• Support for Ice Cream with A Cop during Red Ribbon Week ($500/Red Lights locations)
• Update on Cheers To Sober Drivers gas card campaign
• Update on Social Host Media Campaign
• Smelter City Prevention video campaign

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board is meeting to discuss the Marcus Daly Bronze and site locations. The agenda is mostly procedural, with time for public comment on items not on the agenda. The board will also set the next meeting for November 7, 2024.

• Discussion of Marcus Daly Bronze
• Site locations review
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024

County Commission

The commission will discuss and potentially award a bid for the 2025 Police Package Vehicle from Dana Safety Supply. Other items include a Head Start grant application, a resolution on private property burials, and appointments to the Airport Board and Domestic Animal Task Force.

• Discussion and award of bids for the 2025 Police Package Vehicle from Dana Safety Supply
• Discussion of A-DLC Head Start Non-Competing Continuation Grant Application
• Discussion of Resolution 24-21 on disposition of bodies burial on private property
• Request for appointment to Airport Board by Edmund Pitts Harrison, Jr.
• Requests for appointments to Domestic Animal Task Force for District 5 and District 3

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will meet to approve August financials and receive a September financial update, discuss clubhouse and course conditions, and review operations including merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing. A preliminary discussion of the 2025 budget covering rates, operations, and capital will be held. No final actions on new business or miscellaneous items are permitted. Public comment is allowed after each agenda item.

• Approval of September 9 board minutes
• Approval of August financials and September update
• Discussion of operations subsidy and capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse and course conditions updates
• Preliminary 2025 budget discussion covering rates, operations, capital

Library Board

This is a routine meeting of the Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees. The board will approve minutes from the previous meeting, hear the director's report, and review the financial and building reports. There is no unfinished or new business on the agenda. The meeting also includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report
• Financial Report
• Building Report
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will continue planning the speaker series, including a November ad and handouts, review updates on the oral history project and the Marcus Daly Bronze statue, discuss the 2024 Work Plan and Preservation Awards, and consider a semiannual progress report.

• November ad for speaker series: 2x4" ad at $60/print
• Oral history project: updates and candidate review
• Marcus Daly Bronze: updates on grants, site, and clothing
• Preservation Awards banquet as part of work plan
• Semiannual progress report and reimbursement request for FFY24-25

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing on whether to approve or revoke a kennel license issued to Danae Beechly and Jared Otto at 801 W. 7th Street. The commission may also vote to rescind Stage 1 fire restrictions (Resolution 24-20), approve an engineering services agreement with TRIHYDRO Corporation, and appoint a replacement for Commissioner Gallagher's seats on two boards. Several special events are proposed for October 2024 and July 2025.

• Public hearing on kennel license for Danae Beechly and Jared Otto at 801 W. 7th Street
• Resolution 24-20 to rescind Stage 1 fire restrictions
• Agreement with TRIHYDRO Corporation for engineering and consulting services
• Appointment to fill Commissioner Gallagher's seats on Greenway Service District Board and Opportunity Mosquito Control Board
• Underground utility right-of-way easement agreement with NorthWestern Energy

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss recruitment for multiple vacant board positions, including two voting and two ex-officio seats. They will also consider and possibly decide on the FY 2024-2025 Specimen Transport Plan. A presentation on the Community Risk Assessment is scheduled. Environmental health updates and public health program reports are also on the agenda.

• Discussion on Board of Health recruitment for 2 voting and 2 ex-officio vacancies
• Discussion/Decision on FY 2024-2025 Specimen Transport Plan
• Presentation/Discussion on Community Risk Assessment
• Environmental Health Updates from Tri-County Sanitarian
• Public Health Program Reports from Health Director

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission holds a work session to discuss several items, including a major development permit application by Smartlink for Icon Towers, a resolution to rescind Stage 1 fire restrictions, an engineering services agreement with TRIHYDRO Corporation, and special event permits for a Halloween walk, Halloween party, and a classic car show. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Major Development Permit application by Smartlink for Icon Towers
• Resolution 24-20 to rescind Stage 1 fire restrictions in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County
• Agreement with TRIHYDRO Corporation for engineering and consulting services
• Replacement for Commissioner Gallagher's seat on Greenway Service District and Mosquito Control boards
• Special events: Halloween Walk fundraiser at Washoe Park (Oct 19), Halloween Party on Cherry Street (Oct 31), Kenny Cook Memorial Classic Car Show at Benny Goodman Park (July 2025)

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board will meet to review and act on financial reports, grant updates, and equipment replacement. Key discussions include a request from Pintler Meadows HOA, the DNRC Wildlands Truck Replacement with radio installation, and an update on the 2024 fire hall garage construction project and fundraising.

• Pintler Meadows HOA request with DNRC options
• Grant updates from Beaverhead Foundation, Sample Foundation, and Town Pump
• DNRC Wildlands Truck Replacement and radio installation by Dunne Communications
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project updates and fundraising
• Approval of July 2024 minutes and monthly financial warrants

Urban Renewal Agency Board

The Anaconda Urban Renewal Agency (URA) TIF Board will consider 13 applications for grants or facade/structural improvements at its September 18, 2024 meeting. New business includes reviews for Anaconda Yoga, Copper Village Museum, Elks, Galle, The Hangout Cafe, Historic Resources Board, JFK Bar, Peppermint Paddys, Mike Reilly, and Thompson's Bar, plus extension requests from 64 Mile Distillery and Copper Holdings. The board will also discuss adding a category for larger, more comprehensive projects. Old business includes approval of revised grant applicant contracts and application forms.

• Application review for 13 entities including Anaconda Yoga, Copper Village Museum, Elks Electrical/Facade, Galle Facade/Infrastructure/Structural, The Hangout Cafe, Historic Resources Board, JFK Bar, Peppermint Paddys, Mike Reilly, Thompson's Bar
• Extension request for 64 Mile Distillery
• Second extension request for Copper Holdings
• Discussion on adding a new category for larger, more comprehensive projects
• Revised grant applicant contract and revised grant application for approval

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider approving multiple task orders and amendments for public health programs, including Healthy Montana Families, Title V Maternal and Child Health, PREP Services, and Lead Poisoning Prevention. They will also vote on a special event permit for the AJSHS Homecoming Parade on September 27, 2024. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and claims.

• Task Order 25-25-5-41-160-0 Amendment Eight to the Master Agreement, Healthy Montana Families
• Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000584 to the Master Contract, Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program
• Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000509 Amendment One to the Master Agreement, PREP Services
• Task Order Amendment One to Contract HHS-PHSD-00001472 for Strengthening Population-Based Lead Poisoning Prevention Activities
• Special Event request: AJSHS Homecoming Parade on September 27, 2024

The commission approved most claims totaling $978,747.49 but deferred a $2,000 payment to Kevin Curtis for a Marcus Daly statue down payment after Commissioner Beaudette raised concerns about the bidding process. The county attorney will review the matter. The commission also approved four health-related task orders and a homecoming parade.

• Approved claims 145767-145878 totaling $978,747.49, excluding claim 145872 (4-0)
• Deferred claim 145872 ($2,000 to Kevin Curtis for statue down payment) pending legal review
• Approved Task Order 25-25-5-41-160-0 Amendment Eight, Healthy Montana Families ($89,771) (4-0)
• Approved Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000584, Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant ($6,943) (4-0)
• Approved Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000509 Amendment One, PREP Services ($15,000) (4-0)
• Approved Task Order Amendment One, Lead Poisoning Prevention ($26,372) (4-0)
• Approved Special Event AJSHS Homecoming Parade, September 27, 2024 (4-0)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force reviews financial and MIP/DUI reports, discusses funding for a Red Ribbon Week event, and hears updates on sober driver and social host media campaigns. The group also considers a Communities That Care (CTC) process and focus group.

• Approval of minutes from July 2024
• Financial report and MIP/DUI report
• Request for $500 to support Ice Cream with a Cop during Red Ribbon Week
• Update on Cheers To Sober Drivers gas card campaign
• Update on Social Host Media Campaign

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board will discuss design and budget options for the Durant Canyon project and consider the allocation of approximately $390,000 in remaining NRDP funds. Other items include an update on the NRDP grant agreement and a pending update on the RARUS Railroad project. The board will also vote to approve minutes from June, as the July and August meetings were cancelled.

• Discussion of Durant Canyon Design/Budget Approach
• Potential allocation of $390K in remaining NRDP funds
• Update on NRDP Grant Agreement status
• RARUS Railroad Update (pending)
• Approval of June meeting minutes (July/August cancelled)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision application by James Friedrichs and consider approval of the FY2024-2025 budget and mill levy. Commissioners will also act on several subdivision applications, appointments to boards, a firefighter union agreement, and other routine items.

• Public hearing on minor subdivision application by James Friedrichs
• Resolution 24-18 establishing mill levy for FY2024-2025
• Resolution 24-19 adopting budget for FY2024-2025
• Agreement with Local No. 100 International Association of Firefighters
• Appointments to Housing Authority Board, Domestic Animal Task Force, and other boards

The commission approved the FY2024-25 budget, the related mill levy and budget resolutions, and a two-year firefighter union contract. It also approved two minor subdivisions, one with a compromise fire-water requirement, and several board appointments. The budget and contract passed with one dissenting vote each from Commissioner Gallagher, who cited firefighter staffing and pay concerns.

• Approved FY2024-25 budgets (4-1, Gallagher dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 24-18 establishing mill levy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-19 adopting budget (4-1, Gallagher dissenting)
• Approved firefighter union contract with Local 100 (5-0)
• Approved Friedrichs subdivision with 10,000-gallon fire water tank condition (5-0)
• Approved KP Development phased subdivision (4-1, Gallagher dissenting)
• Approved claims totaling $245,708.37 (5-0)
• Approved multiple board appointments (5-0 each)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board will meet to approve July financials and review updates regarding the clubhouse, course conditions, and operations. The agenda includes discussions on the operations subsidy and capital improvements funds.

• Approval of July Financials
• Review of Operations Subsidy and Capital Improvements Funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Operations update regarding merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees will convene for a routine meeting. Agenda items include approval of minutes from the May 6 meeting, director's report, financial report, and building report. There are no items of unfinished or new business. Public comment is invited on subjects not on the agenda.

• No new business or unfinished business; routine director, financial, and building reports only.

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees met on September 9, 2024, and approved the minutes from the May 6, 2024 meeting. The board received the director's report on summer programs, upcoming events, and budget approval, but took no other substantive actions.

• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will discuss continued planning for the upcoming speaker series, including the September 12 event, and follow up on Preservation Month and Smeltermen's Day booth activities. They will receive updates on oral history interviews and the Marcus Daly bronze project, covering site selection, bids, and grant opportunities. The board will also review the 2024 work plan, which includes awards.

• Speaker series planning for September 12 event: greeter, introduction, handouts, posters, cookies
• Preservation Month follow-up: postcards
• Smeltermen's Day booth recap and lessons learned
• Oral history interviews updates and candidate consideration
• Marcus Daly bronze updates: site, bids, grant opportunities (Kevin D Curtis proposal)

The board approved three bids for the Marcus Daly bronze statue project: a $5,000 concrete bid from Northmen, a 4x4 granite block bid, and a $40,000 bid from Curtis (excluding transportation and setup). Site selection was tabled until the next meeting. The board also approved an ad for the October speaker series event and continued planning for the September 12th event.

• Approved Northmen concrete bid of $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved 4x4 granite block bid (5-0)
• Approved Curtis bid of $40,000, excluding transportation and setup (5-0)
• Tabled Marcus Daly statue site selection until next meeting (5-0)
• Approved October speaker series ad (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2024 (5-0)

Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District

Two meetings of the Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District and Fire Service Area are scheduled for August 29, 2024. The agendas consist of routine procedural items including attendance, approval of previous minutes, treasurer and budget reports, unfinished business, new business, and public comment. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial details beyond the standard review are listed.

• Review of Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department budget
• Treasurer's report presentation
• Unfinished business and updates discussion
• Public comment period

The Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District approved spending $38,000 to complete a radio replacement project funded by a $10,000 grant, and allocated up to $66,000 for new turnout clothing. The board also approved a $75,000 operating budget request for the FSA. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $38,000 for radio replacement project (unanimous)
• Approved up to $66,000 for new turnout clothing (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 operating budget request to FSA (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved Kurt's property certification numbers (unanimous)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is holding a special meeting to consider appointing an Interim/Acting County Attorney. The agenda also includes reports from commissioners and county officials, miscellaneous items, and a public comment period for matters not on the agenda.

• Appointment of Interim/Acting County Attorney for Anaconda-Deer Lodge County

The commission appointed Matthew C. Enrooth as Acting County Attorney for Anaconda-Deer Lodge County after the current attorney resigned and no in-county applicants applied. The motion carried 5-0. Enrooth, a deputy county attorney residing in Butte-Silver Bow County, will serve until the newly elected county attorney takes office.

• Appointed Matthew C. Enrooth as Acting County Attorney (5-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budgets and two development applications. The body will also discuss the mill levy and various board appointments.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budgets
• Public hearing on Major Development Permit Application by Smartlink for Icon Towers
• Public hearing on Phased Subsequent Minor Subdivision Application by KP Development
• Discussion on Resolution 24-18 establishing the FY 2024-2025 mill levy
• Discussion on Resolution 24-19 adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget

The commission held a public hearing on a major development permit for a 199-foot cell tower at 94 Swedish Lane proposed by Icon Towers, but made no decision, noting it would be publicly noticed if brought for consideration. The commission also placed several items on the agenda for future action, including a phased subdivision, FY 2024-2025 budgets, mill levy and budget resolutions, and various board appointments. No votes were taken during this work session.

• Held public hearing on Icon Towers cell tower permit; no decision made
• Placed phased subdivision application by KP Development on agenda
• Placed FY 2024-2025 budgets on agenda
• Placed Resolution 24-18 (mill levy) on agenda
• Placed Resolution 24-19 (budget adoption) on agenda
• Placed multiple board appointments on agenda

Board of Health

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Board of Health will meet on August 22, 2024, to discuss and potentially decide on a Clean Indoor Air Act protocol, consider requesting authority status from the county commission, and review board recruitment and appointment criteria. They will also hear environmental and public health program updates and review a specimen transport plan for emergency preparedness.

• Discussion/Decision on Clean Indoor Air Act Protocol
• Discussion on requesting authority status from the commission
• Discussion on Board of Health recruitment and appointment criteria
• Discussion on Specimen Transport Plan for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Review of ADLC Resolution 23-13 and option for Board Attendance Policy

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will act on several items including a bid award for the 2024 CIPP project, Resolution 24-17 to amend fund budgets, and a parcel reconfiguration for the golf course and hotel parcels. The meeting also includes setting a public hearing date for a minor subdivision application, approving a $3,500 budget request from the Adult Learning Center, and authorizing a nursing services contract. Two special events at Washoe Park are also up for approval.

• Award of bid for A-DLC 2024 CIPP Project (bids from Standard Drain Cleaning, Vortex Services, Insituform Technologies)
• Resolution 24-17 to amend fund budgets for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Parcel reconfiguration and modification of restrictive covenants for Golf Course and Hotel parcels
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget request from the Adult Learning Center for $3,500.00
• Contract for nursing services between A-DLC Public Health Department and Kathleen Nelson R.N.

The commission approved the $148,950 bid for the 2024 CIPP project to Vortex Services, LLC, and approved Resolution 24-17 amending FY 2023-2024 fund budgets. They also approved a $3,500 budget request from the Adult Learning Center, a nursing services contract, and a special event for a Gaga Ball fundraiser. The site selection for the Marcus Daly statue was tabled for further community input.

• Approved $148,950 bid for A-DLC 2024 CIPP project to Vortex Services, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-17 to amend FY 2023-2024 fund budgets (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 FY 2024-2025 budget request from Adult Learning Center (5-0)
• Approved contract for nursing services with Kathleen Nelson R.N. (5-0)
• Approved resignation of Bridgette Baker from Board of Health (5-0)
• Approved parcel reconfiguration and covenant modification for golf course and hotel parcels (4-1)
• Tabled site selection for Marcus Daly statue (5-0)
• Approved special event Gaga Ball fundraiser at Washoe Park (5-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. The body will review a budget request for the Adult Learning Center and a bid for the 2024 CIPP project.

• Bid award for A-DLC 2024 CIPP Project with bids from Standard Drain Cleaning, LLC, Vortex Services, LLC, and Insituform Technologies
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget request of $3,500.00 from the Adult Learning Center
• Public hearing date request for a minor subsequent subdivision application by James Friedrichs
• Site selection for the Memorial Bronze Statue of Marcus Daly
• Nursing services contract between A-DLC Public Health Department and Kathleen Nelson R.N.

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will review minutes, discuss unfinished business including the Preservation Booth at Smeltermen's Day (finalizing volunteer schedule), Preservation Month follow-up, Oral History updates, Speaker Series planning, and Marcus Daly Bronze project (site selection, grants, pose). New business includes the MHS Conference. The board will also receive a Historic Preservation Officer Report and take public comment.

• Preservation Booth at Smeltermen's Day (volunteer schedule: Lynette & Rose 11AM-1PM, Bob & Rose 1PM-3PM)
• Preservation Month Follow-Up (recap/lessons learned, remaining postcards)
• Oral History (updates, candidate discussion)
• Speaker Series continued planning (September ad, 2024 schedule, November speaker still needed)
• Marcus Daly Bronze (updates, grant opportunities, site selection, pose)

The board voted 3-0 to recommend a standing pose for the Marcus Daly bronze statue, with site selection pending a County Commission vote on August 20. They also approved a September speaker series ad with changes and approved the June 6, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or planning discussions.

• Approved June 6, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Approved September speaker series ad with changes (3-0)
• Recommended standing pose for Marcus Daly statue (3-0)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force is meeting to review financial and enforcement reports, discuss updates on public awareness materials such as banners and coasters, and consider a media campaign for a Social Host Ordinance. They will also discuss a request for financial support for Red Ribbon Week's 'Ice Cream with a Cop' event. The meeting includes public comment and scheduling of the next session.

• Review of financial report and MIP/DUI report
• Update on use of DUI Task Force banner and signs
• Discussion of distributing DRIVE SOBER coasters beyond St. Patrick's Day
• Social Host Ordinance media campaign proposed by Sue Konicek
• Request for financial support for Red Ribbon Week: Ice Cream with a Cop

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board will meet to discuss design and budget alternatives for Durant Canyon. The board will also review the status of NRDP grant funds and the allocation of an estimated $600,000 balance.

• Durant Canyon Design/Budget Approach alternatives
• RARUS Railroad update
• NRDP grant agreement status
• Allocation of estimated $600K in remainder funds
• ICMM report regarding BSB request for extension

County Commission

The Commission is considering several funding requests and infrastructure projects, including fire hall renovations and airport improvements. The body will also discuss public hearing dates for the 2024-2025 budgets and various development permits.

• Resolution 24-14: General Obligation Bonds up to $4,700,000 for City Fire Hall addition and renovation
• Resolution 24-16: Loan services for West Valley Sewer District property owners to connect to A-DLC sewer system
• Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement Program 3-30-0002-024-2024 at Bowman Field Airport
• Budget request from CCCS Inc. Discovery House for $3,500.00
• Donation request for Deer Lodge County 4-H Council open class fees in the amount of $4,000.00

The commission approved a resolution to place a $4.7 million general obligation bond question for fire hall renovation on the ballot, and also approved related pre-bond services and an engagement letter. It passed a resolution offering low-interest loans to West Valley sewer district property owners to connect to the sewer system, and affirmed emergency Stage 1 fire restrictions. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 24-14 placing $4.7M fire hall bond question on ballot (5-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Dorsey Whitney for bond services (5-0)
• Approved pre-bond services agreement with SMA Architecture (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-16 offering loans for West Valley sewer connections (5-0)
• Affirmed Resolution 24-15 declaring Stage 1 fire restrictions (5-0)
• Approved $1,200,079.16 in claims payments (5-0)
• Approved $4,000 donation to 4-H Council for open class fees (5-0)
• Approved public hearing dates for Aug 27 for budget, Smartlink/Icon Towers, and KP Development (5-0)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board will approve June minutes, review May/June financials and a July update, and discuss the operations subsidy and capital improvements funds. Updates will be given on the clubhouse, course conditions, and operations including merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing. No action is permitted on new or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of June 3 board minutes
• Review of May and June financials
• Discussion of Operations Subsidy and Capital Improvements Funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update

The board approved the May and June financial reports as presented, with no public comment. The May report showed revenue of $237,578 against a budget of $213,854, and June revenue of $440,259 against a budget of $373,673. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely updates on clubhouse, course conditions, and operations.

• Approved board minutes (7-0)
• Approved May financials (7-0)
• Approved June financials (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Library Board

The board will meet to review the Director's, Financial, and Building reports. No new or unfinished business is listed on the agenda.

• Approval of May 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Financial Report
• Building Report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for the 2024-25 year. Members will discuss a specimen transport plan and board attendance policy. The board will also consider a decision regarding the Clean Indoor Air Act Protocol.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for 2024-25
• Decision on Clean Indoor Air Act Protocol
• Discussion of Specimen Transport Plan for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Review of ADLC Resolution 23-13 and Board Attendance Policy
• Discussion on requesting authority status from commission

County Commission

The commission will discuss Resolution 24-14, a proposed general obligation bond of up to $4.7 million for an addition and renovation of the City Fire Hall. Other discussions include setting public hearing dates for a major development permit by Smartlink/Icon Towers and a minor subdivision application by KP Development. The agenda also covers agreements for pre-bond services, an airport improvement grant, and a budget request of $3,500 from CCCS Inc. Discovery House.

• Discussion of Resolution 24-14 for up to $4.7M in bonds for fire hall improvements
• Request to set public hearing (Aug 27) for major development permit by Smartlink/Icon Towers
• Request to set public hearing (Aug 27) for phased minor subdivision by KP Development
• Discussion of pre-bond services agreement with SMA Architecture
• Budget request of $3,500 from CCCS Inc. Discovery House for FY2024-2025

The Commission discussed placing a $4.7 million general obligation bond for the city fire hall addition and renovation on the ballot for city fire district voters. They also discussed placing several items on the next agenda, including a $789,000 FAA airport grant, a public hearing for a proposed cell tower, and a sewer connection loan program for West Valley residents. No formal votes were taken during this work session; all items were placed on the agenda for future action.

• Placed $4.7M fire hall bond ballot initiative on agenda
• Placed $789,000 FAA airport grant agreement on agenda
• Placed public hearing for Icon Towers major development permit on agenda
• Placed public hearing for KP Development subdivision application on agenda
• Placed $134,870 tobacco/asthma program subcontractor agreement on agenda
• Placed amended dispatcher position description (allow out-of-county residency) on agenda
• Placed $3,500 CCCS Discovery House budget request on agenda
• Placed Mary Stallings Cemetery Board appointment on agenda

Wise River Fire District

The board will approve minutes and financial reports, review pending grant updates from the Beaverhead Foundation and Sample Foundation & Town Pump, and address the 2024 Wise River Fire Hall garage construction project including fundraising and planning. The fire chief will report on 911 calls and education. The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024.

• Approval of June 17, 2024 minutes
• Warrant approvals and financial reports including MT Corrections vehicle maintenance invoice
• Pending grant updates from Beaverhead Foundation, Sample Foundation & Town Pump
• DRNC Wildlands truck replacement and radio installation from Dunne Communications
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall garage construction project: fundraising, planning, driveway extension, and phase II definition

The Wise River Fire District #5 board approved the June meeting minutes, four warrants totaling $6,523.39, and the installation of a radio in the new DNRC wildland truck. The board also decided to add a concrete floor with drains to Phase 1 of the fire hall/garage project, funded by the WRVFC fundraising campaign, keeping the district's $38,000 budget unchanged. No other substantive decisions were made; grant applications remain pending.

• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved warrants #1253-#1256 totaling $6,523.39 (5-0)
• Approved radio installation costs for new wildland truck (5-0)
• Added concrete floor with drains to Phase 1 of fire hall/garage project, budget neutral

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a mural permit. The body is also deciding on a new animal task force and several other development and service agreements.

• Public hearing and vote on Major Development Permit for Joordiloosa Properties, LLC to install a mural
• Ordinance No. 277 to create a Domestic Animal Task Force
• Major Development Permit Application from Bridger Tower Corporation
• Development District Map Amendment submitted by A-DLC
• Service Agreement between Hearst Free Library and Wendy Wendt for cleaning services

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings to consider two subsequent minor subdivision applications. The board will review proposals for creating new lots in the Springhill and Highway Commercial Development Districts.

• Horvath Subsequent Minor Subdivision: proposal for a 3-lot subdivision with lots of 5.81, 5.00, and 5.05 acres
• East Yards Subsequent Minor Subdivision: phased proposal for 5 lots ranging from 0.29 to 0.35 acres

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force will review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The agenda includes updates on the use of task force banners, signs, and DRIVE SOBER coaster distribution. Additionally, the group will discuss a media campaign for the Social Host Ordinance.

• Social Host Ordinance Media Campaign
• Update on DUI Task Force banner and sign usage
• Update on DRIVE SOBER coaster distribution

Weed Board

The agenda consists of procedural items and a report from the coordinator. No specific ordinances, contracts, or projects are listed.

Cemetery Board

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Cemetery Board will review a Director’s Report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future asphalt projects and Mount Carmel road safety.

• Director’s Report
• Future Asphalt Projects
• Mount Carmel Road Safety

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new domestic animal task force and a major development permit application. The commission will also discuss cleaning services for the Hearst Free Library and a county flag project.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 277 to create a Domestic Animal Task Force
• Major Development Permit Application by Bridger Tower Corporation
• Development District Map Amendment submitted by A-DLC
• Discussion of cleaning services agreement for Hearst Free Library
• Discussion regarding the Smelter City Scamper event on August 10, 2024

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission will consider several grant recommendations from the Economic Development Board. The agenda also includes a potential bond issue for the Fire Hall Project and various board appointments.

• $65,000 grant recommendation for Copper City Sheet Metal in Arbiter Subdivision
• $300,000 grant recommendation for Black Diamond Car Wash in East Yards
• $50,000 pledge to the Historic Resources Board for a Marcus Daly statue project
• Underwriting engagement letter from D.A. Davidson for the Fire Hall Project bond issue
• Public hearing date request for a mural permit by Joordiloosa Properties, LLC

Board of Health

The Board will elect officers for the 2024-25 year and review public health program reports. The agenda includes a decision on a specimen transport plan and a discussion regarding Clean Indoor Air Act protocols.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for BOH Year 24-25
• Decision on Specimen Transport Plan for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Presentation and discussion of Clean Indoor Air Act Protocol
• Follow up regarding BOH Bylaws

Airport Board

The Anaconda Airport Board will review reports from the manager and consultants. The meeting includes an update on the fuel farm and discussion regarding fly-in planning.

• Fuel Farm Update
• Consultant's Report from Robert Peccia and Associates
• Fly-In Planning
• Approval of March 27, 2024 minutes

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will elect a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also consider recommending funding to the ADLC Commission for Copper City Sheet Metal, Black Diamond Car Wash, and the Marcus Daly Statue project.

• Funding recommendation: Copper City Sheet Metal
• Funding recommendation: Black Diamond Car Wash
• Community project request: Marcus Daly Statue
• Election of Board Chairperson
• Election of Board Vice-Chairperson

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission will consider several board reappointments and special event permits for upcoming summer events. The agenda also includes a first reading for an ordinance to establish a Domestic Animal Task Force and setting hearing dates for development applications.

• Ordinance 277 establishing a Domestic Animal Task Force
• Major Development Permit application by Bridger Tower Corporation
• Contracts for Bowman Field improvements with Helena Sand & Gravel and C.R. Contracting, LLC
• $3,000 donation request for the Anaconda Fireworks Committee
• Reappointments to the Urban Renewal Board and Planning Board

Wise River Fire District

The meeting includes approvals for May minutes and monthly financial reports. Members will also discuss fire extinguisher maintenance, Beaverhead County emergency procedures, and the 2024 Wise River Fire Hall garage construction project.

• Approval of May 16, 2024 minutes
• Review of monthly warrants and financial reports
• Discussion of Beaverhead County emergency operating procedures
• Updates on WRVFC grants from Beaverhead Foundation, Sample Foundation, and Town Pump
• Planning updates for the 2024 Wise River Fire Hall garage construction project

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will discuss updates regarding its plan, banner costs, and school district purchase requests. The meeting also includes financial and MIP/DUI reports.

• Update on costs for a DUI TF banner
• Update on School District requests for purchases
• Update on DUI TF plan
• Update on Graduation Parties
• Upcoming opportunities for community presence

County Commission

The Commission will discuss several appointments to the Urban Renewal, Planning, and Historic Resources boards. The session also includes discussions regarding upcoming special events at A's Stadium and other local fields.

• Reappointments to the Urban Renewal and Planning Boards
• Appointment discussion for the Historic Resources Board
• Country Music Fundraiser for West Valley Volunteer Fire Department
• Smelter City Throwdown Cornhole Tournament
• USA Softball Tournament

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two communications tower permits and a county-led development district map amendment. The agenda also includes preapplication meetings for two proposed subdivisions. One RV park application is noted as postponed.

• MDP 24-005: 350' guyed communications tower in Big Hole Development District
• MDP 24-006: 199' self-supporting communications tower in East Valley Development District
• Map Amendment: Changing properties from Opportunity Triangle/Mill Creek Industrial to East Valley Development District
• Preapplication meeting for John Friedrichs subdivision
• Preapplication meeting for KP Development phased subdivision

Historic Resources Board

The board will discuss updates to the 2024 Work Plan and continue planning for upcoming events. This includes preparations for the Speaker Series and a preservation booth at Smeltermen's Day.

• HRB 2024 Work Plan updates
• Planning for June Speaker Series event
• Interpretive marker at Anaconda Rest Area
• Preservation booth for Smeltermen's Day
• URA application and letters of support

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider several items including a minor subdivision plat and public health task orders. The agenda also includes requests for kennel licenses, swimming fees, and park access agreements.

• Final Plat Approval for Yelsa Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Task Order for Strengthening Public Health Workforce
• Resolution 24-11 establishing A-DLC employee salaries
• Kennel License Appeal at 809 E. 4th Street
• Resolution 24-13 to establish swimming fees

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will review April financial reports and provide a May update on funds. The meeting includes discussions regarding employee bonuses, clubhouse updates, and course conditions.

• Approval of April financials
• Review of Operations Subsidy/Capital Improvements Funds
• Discussion of employee bonuses
• Clubhouse and course conditions updates
• Operations update on merchandise, tournaments, and marketing

Airport Board

The Anaconda Airport Board will meet to discuss and possibly approve items from the manager's and consultant's reports, including an update on the fuel farm and planning for a fly-in event. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Fuel farm update
• Fly-in planning
• Consultant's report from Robert Peccia and Associates

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is holding a work session to discuss employee salaries for fiscal years 2024-2025 and public health workforce contracts. The body will also consider a final plat approval for a minor subdivision and a kennel license appeal.

• Final Plat Approval for Yelsa Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Resolution 24-11 establishing salaries for A-DLC employees for FY 2024-2025
• Subrecipient Master Services Agreement for Bridgercare's Montana Family Planning Program
• Task Order 25-07-1-01-111-0 regarding Strengthening Public Health Workforce
• Kennel license approval appeal for 809 E. 4th Street

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to consider two primary actions. These include a legal designation regarding a logging project and a grant commitment for crisis diversion.

• Approval for A-DLC to enter 24-CV-00025-DLC-KLD as an intervenor and designate a representative for the Pintler Face Logging Project
• Approval of a Letter of Commitment to Butte Silver Bow County for the Regional Crisis Diversion Grant

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider approving a Specimen Transport Plan and a Pandemic Influenza Plan, both related to public health emergency preparedness. They will also review annual conflict of interest statements and receive updates on environmental and public health.

• Decision on Specimen Transport Plan for public health emergency preparedness
• Decision on Pandemic Influenza Plan for public health emergency preparedness
• Annual Conflict of Interest Statements to be signed by Chairperson Katie Gruss
• Environmental Health Updates from Tri County Sanitarian Chad Lanes
• Public Health Updates from Director Lauren Bolton

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

The ADLC Urban Wildlife Management Task Force is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda: call to order, approval of minutes, opening comments, public comments, questions and answers, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2024 meeting

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will discuss approvals for DPHHS public health task orders and the 2024-2025 DUI Task Force Plan. The body is also reviewing multiple special event permits for local parks and appointments to the Planning Board.

• Task Order 24-25-5-41-160-0 Amendment Seven (DPHHS and A-DLC Public Health Department)
• Task Order 25-07-6-11-017-0 (DPHHS and A-DLC, PHEP)
• Planning Board appointment requests from Ted Cox, Karl Williams, and Lorelei Saffle
• Special events at Washoe Park, Durston Park, Kennedy Commons, Benny Goodman Skatepark, and Beaver Dam Park
• Naming of private access roads Hidden Falls Drive and Brook Trout Drive

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board approved Resolution #1-2024 for election administration, reviewed financial reports, and discussed the 2024 fire hall building project including garage construction and fundraising. The meeting also covered routine items such as approving January meeting minutes, vehicle inventory, and community AED supply replacement.

• Approved Resolution #1-2024 for polling place/election administration by 4-0 vote
• Discussed 2024 garage construction project with brainstorming on scope, budget, and fundraising
• Received $70.32 reimbursement receipt for two AED replacement pads
• Noted no 911 fire calls since last meeting, one medical assist call
• Elections scheduled at WR Fire Hall on June 1, June 4, and November 9, 2024

County Commission

The Commission will discuss several upcoming special events and task order amendments for the Public Health Department. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding support for the East Cliffs Addition to the Blue-Eyed Nellie Wildlife Management Area.

• Amendment Seven to DPHHS/A-DLC Public Health Department Master Contract
• Task Order 25-07-6-11-017-0 for DPHHS and A-DLC PHEP
• Planning Board appointment requests from Ted Cox, Karl Williams, and Lorelei Saffle
• State Qualifying Horseshoe Tournament at Washoe Park (July 20-21)
• Smeltermen's Day Celebration at Kennedy Commons (August 9-11)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will meet to discuss the use of funds for school equipment and review the task force plan. The body will also receive financial and MIP/DUI reports.

• Request from Anaconda School District to use DUI TF funds for breathalyzer equipment
• Discussion of the DUI Task Force plan
• Request for support for CAMP H20 from ACI
• Updates on Red Carpet Video Contest and St Patrick’s Day Coasters
• Options for purchasing DUI TF banners and signs

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

This is a routine meeting of the ADLC Urban Wildlife Management Task Force. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 24 meeting, opening comments, public comments, and questions and answers. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 24, 2024 meeting
• Public comments period
• Questions and answers session

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission will discuss a range of administrative actions, including health insurance contributions and public event permits. The body is also reviewing contracts for connectivity, concessions, and street restoration.

• Request to schedule a public hearing for Final Plat Approval for the Yelsa Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Master Service Agreement for Connectivity and Security between A-DLC and Fatbeam, LLC
• Concessions Contract bid for Charlott Yeoman Softball Complex submitted by Anaconda Softball Association
• A-DLC Street Restoration Change Order 01 with Alloy Group
• Special event permits for Kennedy Commons and Main Street events between June and September 2024

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including approval of minutes, director's, financial, and building reports. There is no unfinished or new business listed, so the meeting is largely procedural. Public comment is available for topics not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2024 meeting
• Director's report
• Financial report
• Building report
• Public comment period

Historic Resources Board

The board will consider an updated agreement with BAMF for oral history work, review interview candidates, and continue planning for the speaker series and Preservation Month activities. They will also discuss a possible monthly report from the Historic Preservation Officer, a budget request, and an application for URA public funding for the Marcus Daly Bronze project.

• Agreement with BAMF for oral history (updated with board and County Attorney edits)
• Planning for May speaker series event, including greeter, introduction, thank-you note, handout, poster distribution, and cookies
• Preservation Month planning: tour duties, reception duties, and postcards
• Board request for 2024/25 budget and attendance
• Board application for URA public funding for Marcus Daly Bronze

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board will discuss and potentially approve March financials, receive an update on the clubhouse and course conditions, and review operations including merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing. No action is permitted on new business or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of March financials and update on April finances
• Discussion of operations subsidy and capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Operations update on merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing

Airport Board

The Anaconda Airport Board will meet to approve March minutes, hear the manager's and consultant's reports, and discuss old business including tree removal, power pole issues, fuel system updates, and hangar construction. New business and public comment will also be taken up.

• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2024
• Manager's report by Monte Belgarde
• Consultant's report by Robert Peccia and Associates
• Tree removal update and power poles issue
• Fuel system operators update and hangar construction

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

The ADLC Urban Wildlife Management Task Force is meeting to approve minutes from its April 10 meeting and hear introductory comments from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and a game warden. Public comments and a Q&A session are also scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024 meeting
• Introduction and comments from FWP and Game Warden
• Public comments and Q&A session

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a work session to discuss several administrative appointments and service agreements. The body will review requests for public hearings and special event permits for Kennedy Commons and Main Street.

• Appointment of Cody Tocher to Fire Chief
• Increase to Health Insurance Contribution
• Public hearing request for Yelsa Subsequent Minor Subdivision Final Plat Approval
• Master Service Agreement for Connectivity and Security with Fatbeam, LLC
• Concessions Contract bid for Charlott Yeoman Softball Complex from Anaconda Softball Association

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deerlodge County Commission is meeting to potentially approve the appointment of Cody Tocher as Fire Chief. The body may also take action on the Pilot Community Tourism Grant Program.

• Appointment of Cody Tocher to Fire Chief
• Approval of the Pilot Community Tourism Grant Program

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board is holding its regular monthly meeting. Items include approving the previous meeting's minutes and financial reports, receiving the fire chief's report, and getting updates on grants and the 2024 fire hall garage construction project, including fundraising and funding plans.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 minutes
• Approval of warrants and monthly financial reports
• Update on WRVFC grants from Beaverhead Foundation and research on Sample Foundation & Town Pump
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project: fundraising, planning, and funding updates

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to decide on several infrastructure projects and development permits. The body will review bids for street restoration and the demolition of structures at Kennedy Commons.

• Major Development Permit Application submitted by Bridger Tower
• Award of bid for A-DLC Street Restoration Project
• Demolition of multiple brick structures at Kennedy Commons
• Proposal for a Modular Housing Unit for the Local Fire Department
• Proposal for rebuilding granite stairs and handrails at the Hearst Free Library

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The body is discussing updates on fundraising items and a request for support for CAMP H20.

• Discussion of added law enforcement presence for AHS Prom
• Support request for CAMP H20 from Michelle Harrington
• Updates on St Patrick’s Day Coasters and DUI TF banner costs
• Update on benefit tournament
• Update on Red Carpet Video Contest

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Management Board is meeting to review routine business and receive updates on the Durant Canyon design, the Natural Resource Damage Program (NRDP), and the ICMM. The board will also discuss GSD funds, reimbursement issues, and an upcoming board appointment for the Butte representative.

• Durant Canyon Design Update
• NRDP Update including GSD Funds Update and Reimbursement Issues
• ICMM Update
• Upcoming Board Appointment – April 2024 – Butte Rep.

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a major development permit for Bridger Tower. The body will also discuss appointments for election judges and the Post Election Audit Committee.

• Public hearing for Bridger Tower Major Development Permit
• Review of modular housing unit proposals from Mobile Modular and US Modular Mountain Inc. for the Fire Department
• Review of Hydro-Tech proposal for Granite Stairs and Handrails at Hearst Free Library
• Renewal of Parklet MOU for downtown businesses
• Appointment of election judges and the County Post Election Audit Committee

Planning Board

The Anaconda Planning Board will hold public hearings on three Major Development Permit applications: three single-family homes on one lot, a dispensary, and a wall sign mural. The board may also vote on each application after discussion.

• Public Hearing 24-02: Zion Goetz proposes three single-family homes on one lot in Medium Density Residential District
• Public Hearing 24-03: Tyler Peterson of Mission Mountain Organics seeks a dispensary in Anaconda Residential Estate District 2.5
• Public Hearing 24-04: Chris Bruner of Jordiloosa Properties, LLC requests a wall sign mural at 616 E. Park Ave in Goosetown Neighborhood Conservation District
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2024 meeting

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will elect a chair and vice-chair for a one-year term and review draft inventories for properties in the Northern Addition. They will also discuss an oral history MOU, plan speaker series and Preservation Month events, and review a draft CLG progress report.

• Election of chair and vice-chair for April–March term
• Northern Addition inventories for 114 N Maple, 115 N Maple, 100 N Maple, 112 N Maple, and 113/114 N Locust and 110 N Maple
• MOU for Anaconda Oral History interviews
• Planning for April and May speaker series events and Preservation Month stroll ad
• Draft Certified Local Government progress report for October 2023–March 2024

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider awarding bids for courthouse repairs and designating earmarked alcohol funds. The body will also review a construction season resolution and several board appointments and resignations.

• Bid award for Courthouse Window Replacement Project from Harris Construction
• Bid award for Courthouse Masonry Repairs from Hydro-Tech Incorporated
• Resolution 24-10 defining the 2024 A-DLC Right of Way Construction Season
• Request to advertise for bids for the Charlott Yeoman Softball Complex concessions contract
• Fair Housing Month Proclamation

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the director, financial and building reports, and public comment. No unfinished or new business is listed, indicating a largely procedural session.

• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2024 meeting
• Director's report
• Financial report
• Building report
• Public comment period

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will discuss and potentially approve February financials, including an operations subsidy and capital improvements funds. Updates will be given on the clubhouse, course conditions, winter activities, and operations such as merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing. No action is permitted on new business or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of February financials and operations subsidy/capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Winter activities update
• Operations update: merchandise sales, tournaments and events, marketing

Board of Health

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Board of Health will discuss and vote on proposed changes to its bylaws, appoint Lauren Bolton as Health Officer, and set 2024 meeting dates. The meeting also includes environmental and public health updates, approval of February minutes, and public comment.

• Review and discuss proposed changes to BOH Bylaws
• Appoint Lauren Bolton as Health Officer
• Set 2024 Board of Health meeting dates
• Annual Conflict of Interest Statements
• Environmental and public health updates from staff

Airport Board

The Anaconda Airport Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, hear the manager's and consultant's reports, and discuss old business including tree removal, power pole issues, fuel system operator updates, and hangar construction. New business and public comment will also be taken up. The next meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2024.

• Tree removal update and power poles issue
• Fuel system operators update
• Hangar construction discussion
• Consultant's report from Robert Peccia and Associates
• Approval of January 31, 2024 minutes

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

The Urban Wildlife Management Task Force is holding its organizational meeting to designate members, set terms, elect officers, and determine meeting details. The group will also coordinate with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and plan an initial headcount of wildlife in task force areas.

• Designation of members including ADLC Commissioner Edward Beaudette and public members
• Determination of member terms ranging from two to four years
• Election of chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary
• Planning for initial wildlife headcount in task force areas
• Coordination with FWP participation

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is holding a work session to discuss several administrative matters and resolutions. The body will review construction timelines, insurance renewals, and board appointments.

• Resolution 24-10 defining the 2024 Right of Way Construction Season
• Request to advertise for bids for the Charlott Yeoman Softball Complex concessions contract
• Renewal application for Miscellaneous Medical Professional Liability Insurance
• Reappointment request for Ben Krakowka to the DUI Task Force Board
• Resignation request from Christine Klanecky from the Planning Board

Wise River Fire District

The board will review the February meeting minutes, approve warrants and financial reports, and discuss the 2024 fire hall garage construction project including fundraising, research, and budget estimates. Public comment will be taken.

• Approval of February 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's monthly report and warrants issued
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project: fundraising update, research review, budgetary estimate
• Fire chief report on 911 calls and education

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to discuss a reprimand of Commissioner Thomas Gallagher and a settlement agreement with AFFCO, Inc. and JEBCO, Inc. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and development permits.

• Reprimand of Commissioner Thomas Gallagher
• Mutual Release and Settlement Agreement with AFFCO, Inc. and JEBCO, Inc.
• Award to C.R. Contracting for Bowman Field Improvements
• Award to Jeffery Contracting, LLC for West Valley Construction, Phase 2
• Major Development Permit Application submitted by Bridger Tower

Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District

The Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department and the Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area are holding back-to-back meetings on March 18, 2024, at Station One. The agenda covers attendance, approval of previous minutes, a treasurer's report, budget review, unfinished and new business, and public comment. No specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed, so the meetings appear to be routine administrative sessions.

• Treasurer's report and budget review for the Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire Department
• Unfinished business and updates from prior meetings
• New business items for both the fire department and fire service area
• Public comment period at the end of each meeting

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The body is discussing updates on promotional materials and a benefit tournament, as well as potential law enforcement presence for the upcoming AHS Prom.

• Discussion on added law enforcement presence for AHS Prom
• Support request from ACI for CAMP H20
• Updates on St Patrick’s Day coasters and DUI TF banner costs
• Update on benefit tournament
• Update on Red Carpet Video Contest

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Durant Canyon design, the NRDP, and Greenway Service District funds, including reimbursement issues. They will also hear an ICMM update and address an upcoming board appointment for the Butte representative in April 2024.

• Durant Canyon Design Update
• NRDP Update
• GSD Funds Update and Reimbursement Issues
• ICMM Update
• Upcoming Board Appointment – April 2024 – Butte Rep.

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to discuss various administrative and infrastructure items. Topics include window replacements at the courthouse, library grant applications, and water/wastewater engineering services.

• Rebuilding Granite Stairs and Handrails at Hearst Free Library
• A-DLC Courthouse Window Replacement
• MOU between A-DLC Head Start and Family Outreach, Inc.
• Use of Express Votes for 2024 School District Elections
• Water and Wastewater Engineering Services by Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc.

Planning Board

The Anaconda Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Major Development Permit application from an unnamed company to construct a 350-foot guyed communications tower on a leased 80x80-foot parcel in the Spring Hill Development District. The meeting also includes election of a chair and vice-chair for 2024, approval of January 8 minutes, and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Major Development Permit for a 350-foot guyed communications tower on an 80x80-foot leased area in Spring Hill Development District, accessed from Silvercloud Rd.
• Nomination and vote for 2024 Planning Board Chairperson
• Nomination and vote for 2024 Planning Board Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
• No old business or new business listed

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will hear Mary McCormick's research on building inventories of five properties associated with Anaconda's Black community, consider collaboration on oral history interviews with KBMF, and continue planning for the Speaker Series and Preservation Month events. The board will also discuss an interpretive marker for the Anaconda Rest Area and a letter of support for a bandstand grant.

• Presentation on Northern Addition inventories of five properties tied to the city's Black community
• Possible collaboration with KBMF on oral history interviews
• Planning for March and April Speaker Series events and 2024 schedule
• Design of a 24" by 36" interpretive sign for Anaconda Rest Area, to be produced and installed by MDT
• Letter of support for a bandstand grant application to T-Mobile Hometown Grant Program

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will review a subdivision ordinance and a preliminary plat for the Yelsa Minor Subsequent Subdivision. The body is also considering several board appointments and contracts for tourism and public health services.

• Ordinance No. 276 amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 16, Subdivisions
• Preliminary Plat approval for the Yelsa Minor Subsequent Subdivision
• 2024 A-DLC Street Reconstruction
• Resolution 24-09 for Land & Water Conservation Fund Assistance
• Contract for A-DLC Pilot Community Tourism Grant Application and Implementation

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items: approval of minutes, director's, financial, and building reports. No unfinished or new business is listed, so the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 meeting
• Director's report
• Financial report
• Building report
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also consider a request from Cody Siders and JD Anderson to take control of the rec league baseball/T-ball program. A report on the Anaconda Skatepark Association CDBG Planning grant is also scheduled.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Request for Cody Siders and JD Anderson to take control of the rec league baseball/T-ball program
• Anaconda Skatepark Association CDBG Planning grant report

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will vote on Resolution #24-05 and a Statement regarding a conflict of interest with the Anaconda Deer Lodge County (ADLC). The board will also review and approve January financials, receive a February update, and discuss the operations subsidy and capital improvements funds.

• Vote on ADLC Conflict of Interest Resolution #24-05 and Statement
• Approval of January financials and February operations update
• Discussion of operations subsidy and capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse and course conditions updates
• Winter activities and merchandise sales updates

Airport Board

The Airport Board will meet to approve minutes from January 31, 2024, and discuss the manager's report by Monte Belgarde and a consultant's report from Robert Peccia and Associates. Old and new business items will be considered, and public comment will be taken. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 31, 2024
• Manager's report by Monte Belgarde
• Consultant's report from Robert Peccia and Associates by Matthew Wilder
• Old business discussion
• New business discussion

County Commission

The Commission is conducting public hearings regarding subdivision codes and a specific preliminary plat approval. The body will also discuss grant applications for land, water, and historic preservation, as well as several board appointments.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 276 amending Code of Ordinances Chapter 16 (Subdivisions)
• Public Hearing: Preliminary Plat Approval for Yelsa Minor Subsequent Subdivision
• Discussion: Resolution 24-09 for Land & Water Conservation Fund Assistance
• Discussion: Montana Historic Preservation Grant Program application
• Discussion: Appointments for the Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board will meet to consider approval of January meeting minutes, warrants, and financial reports. Key action items include a 2024 fire hall garage construction project and related fundraising efforts. The board will also discuss replacing the fire hall man door and community AED supplies.

• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project and WRVFD Fundraising
• Fire Hall Man Door Replacement
• Community AED Supply Replacement (pads and batteries)
• Approval of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports
• Vehicle make/model/VIN information

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss filling three board vacancies (one voting, two ex officio) and conduct its annual review of bylaws. Decision items include approving the 2024 meeting schedule and setting a date for officer elections. The meeting also includes updates from the Tri-County Sanitarian and the Public Health Director.

• Board vacancies: Ann Campbell did not renew term; one voting and two ex officio seats to be filled
• Annual review of Board of Health Bylaws
• Set 2024 Board of Health meeting dates
• Set date for 2024 Board Officer Elections
• Welcome new board member Jason Mahoney

Urban Renewal Agency Board

The Anaconda Urban Renewal Agency (URA) board is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and handle old and new business. Key actions include electing officers, reviewing grant applications and contracts, and discussing properties with declining taxes. The board will also consider 13 new grant applications and an extension request from Copper Holdings.

• Election of officers
• Review of 13 grant applications including Bartoletti, Celtic House, Dee Motors, Elks, Galle, Goosetown, JFK, Jordiloosa, Paumies, and Stacked Properties
• Extension request from Copper Holdings
• Ordinance #236 update
• Properties with declining taxes progress report

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approvals for HB355 funding proposals. The body is also deciding on several resolutions regarding tax deed auctions, economic development, and public health contracts.

• Public hearing and approval of Project Proposals for HB355 Funding
• Resolution 24-06: Auction date and minimum sale prices for Tax Deed Auction Properties
• Resolution 24-07: Creating a Fund for Economic Development and Railroad Relocation and Redevelopment
• Approval of West Valley Phase 2, Cemetery Access Road Phase 1, and Washoe Splash Pad Parking Lot projects
• Lease Agreement between A-DLC and Northwestern Corporation

County Commission

The Commission will hold a work session to discuss several resolutions, including the creation of an economic development and railroad relocation fund. The body will also review public health contract amendments and various infrastructure projects. Discussions include the planning of three upcoming community special events.

• Resolution 24-06: Auction date and minimum sale prices for tax deed properties
• Resolution 24-07: Creation of a Fund for Economic Development and Railroad Relocation and Redevelopment
• A-DLC West Valley Phase 2, Cemetery Access Road Phase 1, and Washoe Splash Pad Parking Lot projects
• Amendments to State of Montana DHHS contracts for Healthy Montana Families and Immunization Services
• Special events: Kennedy Commons family event, AOH St. Patrick’s Day Race, and AOH St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a contract for replacing the library's carpet. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2024.

• Library carpet replacement contract

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force is meeting to review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The body will discuss sponsorship requests for a video contest and a high school volleyball team.

• Request for $750 financial sponsorship for Red Carpet Video Contest prizes
• Consideration of sponsoring a high school volleyball team for the Kris Vauthier Tourney
• Update on the appointment of MHP officer Ben Krakowka to the Task Force
• Updates on St Patrick’s Day coasters and DUI TF banner designs

County Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 275 to adopt various international building, energy, and fire codes. The body is also reviewing agreements regarding opioid settlement abatement and public health services.

• Public hearing and potential approval of Ordinance No. 275 (Building, Residential, Energy, and Fire Codes)
• Approval of Inter-Local Agreement and Bylaws for Region 4 Opioid Abatement Board
• Potential approval of the Anaconda Deer Lodge County Open Lands Plan
• Proposed public hearing dates for Ordinance No. 276 (Subdivisions) and Yelsa Minor Subsequent Subdivision
• Memorandum of Agreement between A-DLC and DPHHS STI/HIV/Viral Hepatitis Section

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will discuss and approve December financials, an operations subsidy, and capital improvements funds. Updates will be given on the clubhouse, course conditions, winter activities, and operations including merchandise sales and tournaments. No action will be taken on new business or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of December financials
• January update on operations subsidy and capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Operations update on merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes, hear the director's report, and review financial and building reports. No unfinished or new business is listed, so the meeting is largely routine oversight.

• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
• Director's report
• Financial report
• Building report
• Public comment period

Historic Resources Board

The board will discuss planning for a speaker series, including logistics for a February event and a March ad. They will also plan an oral history podcast and review a draft grant application for the Certified Local Government program. Additionally, they will discuss a proposed interpretive marker for the Anaconda Rest Area.

• Continued planning for Speaker Series events, including February event tasks (greeter, introduction, thank you note, handout, posters, cookies, coffee)
• Planning a podcast to feature local history and speakers, with resources from oralhistory.org and KBMF collection
• Designing a 24" by 36" interpretive marker for the Anaconda Rest Area, for production and installation by MDT
• Review of the CLG 2024-2025 Grant application for the Certified Local Government program
• Preservation Month planning for May activities and events

Airport Board

The Airport Board will hold elections for 2024 chairperson and vice-chairperson, and hear reports from the manager and a consultant. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of old and new business.

• Nomination and vote for 2024 chairperson
• Nomination and vote for 2024 vice-chairperson
• Manager's report by Monte Belgarde
• Consultant report from Robert Peccia and Associates
• Approval of November 29, 2023 minutes

Board of Health

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Board of Health will meet to discuss board vacancies, review its bylaws, and consider a health officer discussion. They will also decide on 2024 meeting dates and officer election dates. The agenda includes updates from environmental and public health staff.

• Board vacancies: 1 voting member and 2 ex officio members to be appointed
• Annual review of Board of Health bylaws, including LAC – Pintler Mental Health Advisory Committee
• Health Officer discussion led by Lauren Bolton
• Set 2024 Board of Health meeting dates
• Set date for 2024 Board Officer Elections

County Commission

The Commission is holding a work session to discuss the administration of the Region 4 Opioid Settlement and amendments to the subdivision code. The body will also review planning projects and board appointments.

• Ordinance No. 276 amending Chapter 16 (Subdivisions)
• Inter-Local Agreement and Bylaws for the Region 4 Opioid Abatement Board
• Preliminary Plat Approval for the Yelsa Minor Subsequent Subdivision
• Motor Vehicle Graveyard Grant for A-DLC JV Graveyard
• Appointments for the Historic Resources Board and Board of Adjustments

Wise River Fire District

The Wise River Fire District #5 board will meet to approve the 2024 annual report for the Montana Secretary of State, discuss pending subdivision development proposals, and consider several action items including a grant from Bicentennial Apartments Inc., a Beaverhead Foundation grant, and a 2024 garage construction project at the fire hall. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, warrants, and financial reports, as well as a discussion on legal districting of the district.

• 2024 Annual Report WRFD5/MT Sec. of State (Informational/Action)
• Subdivision Development Proposals/Plans (Pending)
• Bicentennial Apartments Inc. Grant (Informational/Action)
• 2024 Beaverhead Foundation Grant (Pending)
• 2024 Wise River Fire Hall Garage Construction Project (Informational/Action)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to decide on several ordinances, including the creation of a wildlife management task force and the adoption of new building and fire codes. The body will also consider board appointments and a water/wastewater feasibility study contract.

• Ordinance No. 274 to create an Urban Wildlife Management Task Force
• Ordinance No. 275 to adopt International Residential, Energy Conservation, and Fire Codes
• MOU Second Addendum and Extension Agreement with Atlantic Richfield Company
• Awarding the Water/Wastewater Feasibility Study to Robert Peccia and Associates
• Approval of special events including a Hearst Free Library fundraiser and a national TV ad shoot

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force is meeting to approve previous minutes and review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The body will discuss updates regarding DRE training, Drive Sober ads, and coasters.

• Financial Report
• MIP/DUI Report
• Membership status of Ben Krakowka
• DRE Training update from Marc Arment
• Drive Sober Ads and Coaster updates from Sue Konicek

Urban Renewal Agency Board

The Anaconda Urban Renewal Agency Board will meet to discuss adding residential applications, review and update the grant application and contract with the grantee, and consider changes to the conflict of interest statement and by-laws. They will also review the progress of properties at 124 E. Commercial, 113 E. Park Ave., and 117 E. Park Ave., with possible action. The meeting is open to public comment on non-agenda items.

• Discussion about adding residential applications
• Review and update grant application, including electronic version
• Review and update conflict of interest statement and by-laws
• Review and update contract with grantee
• Progress review of 124 E. Commercial, 113 E. Park Ave., 117 E. Park Ave.

Tax Appeal Board

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Tax Appeal Board is holding two hearings on January 9, 2024. The first is a telephone hearing for a property owned by Van Slyke, and the second is for the Anaconda Restoration Association. Both are appeals of property tax assessments.

• Docket #23-08: Van Slyke property, Clear Creek, S30, T04 N, R11 W, Lot 34A, 20.516 acres (telephone hearing at 3:00 p.m.)
• Docket #23-09: Anaconda Restoration Association, Anaconda Original Townsite, S03, T04 N, R11 W, Block 39, Lots 1-6 (hearing at 4:00 p.m.)

County Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to create an Urban Wildlife Management Task Force. Other discussion items include building code adoption, MOU extensions with Atlantic Richfield Company, and several board reappointment requests.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 274 creating an Urban Wildlife Management Task Force
• First Reading: Ordinance No. 275 adopting various building and fire codes
• Discussion: MOU Second Addendum and Extension Agreement with Atlantic Richfield Company
• Discussion: ADLC Victim-Witness Advocate Grant Application
• Discussion: Multiple requests for board reappointments and one resignation

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will discuss and potentially approve November financials, receive updates on clubhouse and course conditions, and review winter activities, merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing. No action is permitted on new business or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of November financials and December operations update
• Discussion of operations subsidy and capital improvements funds
• Clubhouse update
• Course conditions update
• Winter activities update

Tax Appeal Board

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Tax Appeal Board will meet to appoint a chairperson and hold three hearings on property tax appeals. The dockets involve properties on the Galen Campus, a 1.02-acre parcel, and a 0.3-acre tract. The board will decide whether to adjust the assessed values.

• Appointment of a chairperson to the County Tax Appeal Board
• Hearing Docket #23-02: Marler/Wayne Hansen Trust, Galen Campus, 56.24 acres
• Hearing Docket #23-04: Beaudette, 1.02 acres, C.O.S. 072A
• Hearing Docket #23-05: Vaughn, 0.3 acres, Tract D

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision application by Rick Hamilton to create a 2-lot subdivision in the Opportunity Development District. The board will also nominate and vote for a 2024 chairperson and vice-chairperson, and continue discussion on subdivision regulations.

• Public hearing on a 2-lot subdivision (2.5-acre and 5.85-acre lots) in the Opportunity Development District
• Nomination and vote for 2024 Planning Board Chairperson
• Nomination and vote for 2024 Planning Board Vice-Chairperson
• Continued discussion on subdivision regulations

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss new business including closed days in 2024, a Veteran's Oral History Project, building repairs, and a February children's program. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.

• Closed Days in 2024
• Veteran's Oral History Project
• Building Repairs
• Lincoln School children program in February

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will continue planning for its speaker series events, including a January event and a February ad, and will discuss an interpretive marker at the Anaconda Rest Area offered by MDT. The board will also review its 2023 work plan status and consider oral history interviews.

• Continued planning for Speaker Series events, including January tasks (greeter, introduction, thank-you note, handout, posters, cookies) and a February ad
• Discussion of an interpretive marker at the Anaconda Rest Area (24" by 36" sign, maintained by MDT) featuring Anaconda history
• Review of HRB 2023 Work Plan status
• Letter to the Editor soliciting photos and stories about the ACM/County Christmas Tree at City/Kennedy Common
• Oral history interviews as new business

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is meeting to appoint its 2024 Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and board representatives. The body will also consider resolutions regarding building permits, vacant structure fees, and tax deed auction prices.

• Resolution 24-02: Registration and inspection fees for Ordinance No. 256 Vacant Registry
• Resolution 24-03: Building Permit Fee Schedule for 2024
• Resolution 24-04: Auction date and minimum sale prices for Tax Deed Auction Properties
• Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000466 for WIC Program Services
• Task Order HHS-ECFS-00000417 for Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program