Anaconda public meetings in 2025

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will discuss appointments for 2026 leadership and board representation. It will set a public hearing date for the King Enterprises MDP and review a contract proposal for the Glover Cabin condition assessment. The commission will also consider advertising bids for the Georgetown Lake Road asphalt overlay and adopt fee resolutions for vacant property registration and building permits for calendar year 2026.

• Discussion – Request to set public hearing date for MDP for King Enterprises (proposed Jan 27, 2026)
• Discussion – Glover Cabin Condition Assessment Proposal/Contract
• Discussion – Request to advertise bids for Georgetown Lake Road Asphalt Overlay Project
• Discussion – Resolution No. 26-01 establishing registration and inspection fees for Ordinance No. 256 Vacant Registry (2026)
• Discussion – Resolution No. 26-02 adopting a building permit fee schedule for calendar year 2026

The Board of Adjustments approved a sign variance for Ryan Kelly, a lot‑size variance for Debbie Dauenhauer‑Hess, and a driveway variance for Gary Warner. No vote counts were recorded. No other substantive actions were decided at this work session.

• Approved sign variance for Ryan Kelly (larger than six‑foot square)
• Approved lot‑size variance for Debbie Dauenhauer‑Hess (smaller than 3,500 sq ft)
• Approved driveway variance for Gary Warner (driveway from street to garage)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider several approvals, including meeting minutes from December 2 and the work session on December 9, 2025, and payment of claims numbered XXXXXX through XXXXXX for $ XXXXXX .XX. Unfinished business items such as the ADLC Ambulance/Fire fee schedule, a U.S. Health Services compliance assurance, and a joint recreation program agreement will be voted on. New business includes a memorandum for on‑site rapid STD testing and a task order for the WIC program contract. Public comment will be taken on any other matters within the Commission’s jurisdiction.

• Approve minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting and the December 9, 2025 work session
• Authorize payment of claims XXXXXX‑XXXXXX totaling $ XXXXXX .XX
• Approve the ADLC Ambulance/Fire fee schedule
• Approve the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assurance of Compliance
• Approve the Memorandum of Agreement for on‑site rapid STD, HIV and HCV testing

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority of the City of Anaconda Board will meet to discuss the Rental Assistance for Demonstration (RAD) program. The board is considering resolutions for RAD closing documents and the establishment of 2026 flat rent rates.

• Resolution No. 626 regarding 2026 Flat Rent Rates
• RAD Authorization Resolution for Closing Documents
• Resolution No. 625
• Review of November vouchers and tenant notices

Tax Appeal Board

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Tax Appeal Board will conduct three hearings on December 16, 2025. Each hearing concerns a tax appeal for a parcel in the Silver Lake Residence Tract or nearby area. The board will consider the appeals of Thomas B. and Rosie M. McKay, Catherine Laslovich, and Angela M. Blaz et al. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• 9:00 a.m. hearing – Docket # ADLC-2025-11 5 – Thomas B. and Rosie M. McKay – Silver Lake Residence Tract, S27 T05 N R13 W, Lot 4‑5, 0.93 acres, 176‑A
• 10:00 a.m. hearing – Docket # ADLC-2025-11 4 – Catherine Laslovich – S21 T05 N R13 W, C.O.S. 73D, Parcel M & B, NW4SW4
• 11:00 a.m. hearing – Docket # ADLC-2025-11 3 – Angela M. Blaz et al. – Silver Lake Residence Tract, S27 T05 N R13 W, Lot 6, 0.629 acres, 176‑A

The board approved new tax valuations for land and buildings for three properties on Dec 16, 2025. Thomas McKay’s property at 380 Kays Road was valued at $131,757 for land and $153,930 for improvements. Catherine Laslovich’s property at 34 Silver Pine Lane was valued at $134,980 for land and $21,150 for improvements. Dan Jurcich’s property on Kays Road, Lot 6 was valued at $117,168 for land and $22,520 for improvements.

• Approved tax valuation of $131,757 land and $153,930 buildings for 380 Kays Road (Thomas McKay)
• Approved tax valuation of $134,980 land and $21,150 buildings for 34 Silver Pine Lane (Catherine Laslovich)
• Approved tax valuation of $117,168 land and $22,520 buildings for Kays Road, Lot 6 (Dan Jurcich)

Tax Appeal Board

The Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Tax Appeal Board will meet on Dec 15, 2025 at the Community Service Center, 3rd‑floor conference room. The board will conduct hearings on four tax‑appeal dockets for parcels owned by Thomas E. Literski, Michael T. Walker, Fredric Bjorklund, and Edward Beaudette. Hearings are scheduled for 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m., with a lunch break at noon.

• Hearing 9:00 a.m. – Docket ADLC‑2025‑112 – Thomas E. Literski – Rainbow Estates #2, 1.583 acres, Lot I, 191A
• Hearing 10:00 a.m. – Docket ADLC‑2025‑110 – Michael T. Walker – McLeod Minor, 2.557 acres, Lot G3, 378B (amended)
• Hearing 11:00 a.m. – Docket ADLC‑2025‑111 – Fredric Bjorklund – S17, 1.618 acres, M&B Tract per BK.5‑PG.559, in Lot 4
• Hearing 1:00 p.m. – Docket ADLC‑2025‑101 – Edward Beaudette – S19, 1.02 acres, C.O.S. 072A

The Tax Appeal Board denied Thomas Literski’s requested land and building valuations and set a combined value of $850,000 ($225,000 for land and $625,000 for buildings). It denied Michael Walker’s $300,000 land request and established a tax valuation of $370,832. It denied Fredric Bjorklund’s $600,000 request and set a tax valuation of $629,867 using the cost method. It approved Edward Beaudette’s land valuation of $605,698 and denied his building valuation request, agreeing with the DOR’s $242,970 building value.

• Denied Thomas Literski’s land valuation request of $104,862; set land value $225,000
• Denied Thomas Literski’s building valuation request of $587,138; set building value $625,000 (total $850,000)
• Denied Michael Walker’s land valuation request of $300,000; set tax valuation $370,832
• Denied Michael Walker’s building valuation request of $0; overall valuation $370,832
• Denied Fredric Bjorklund’s $600,000 valuation request; set tax valuation $629,867 using cost method
• Approved Edward Beaudette’s land valuation of $605,698; denied building valuation request of $0 and accepted DOR’s $242,970 building value

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board will review updates on the Durant Canyon project, including the BAP (Patriot) and BNSF railroad information. The board will also consider the Craddock easement and respond to a press comment inquiry. An ICMM update will be presented. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) & BNSF railroad update
• Durant Canyon – project update
• Craddock easement
• Press comment inquiry
• ICMM update

The board agreed to move forward with a smaller Project 1 development on BSB property and to further examine Project 3 development on BSB‑owned lands, pending NRDP discussions. It also instructed Dori Skrukrud to prepare a draft response letter for board signature. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Board agreed to pursue a smaller Project 1 development on BSB property
• Board will examine Project 3 development on BSB‑owned lands, contingent on NRDP discussions
• Board instructed Dori Skrukrud to provide a draft response letter for signature by the entire board

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will approve the minutes from its 11/13/2025 meeting. It will receive a financial report and a MIP/DUI report. Unfinished business includes updates on the Cheers to Sober Drivers! program, compliance checks/alcohol surveys, and the DUI Task Force coordinator/prevention position. No new business is scheduled.

• Approve minutes from 11/13/2025
• Financial report presentation
• MIP/DUI report presentation
• Cheers to Sober Drivers! program update (Morgan Smith / Sue Konicek)
• Compliance checks/alcohol surveys update (Officer Arment)

The DUI Task Force unanimously approved the meeting minutes, the financial report, and the DUI/MIP report. It also approved a revised questionnaire for use with the sober‑driver program and formed a workgroup to study funding for a coordinator position. A public request for $719.95 in breathalyzers was noted for the next agenda. The meeting was adjourned at 11:09 am.

• Approved Nov 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report showing $23,435.61 balance (unanimous)
• Approved DUI/MIP report for November (unanimous)
• Approved revised questionnaire for program use (unanimous)
• Formed workgroup to examine funding for DUI Task Force coordinator (unanimous)
• Planned distribution of gas cards and “Ask Your Bartender” flyers (unanimous)
• Noted public request for $719.95 breathalyzers to be placed on next agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Study Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Study Commission will discuss advertising and education materials for a ballot issue and review the timeline for adopting and filing its final report.

• Discussion on ballot issue advertising and educational materials
• Review of the January meeting agenda and final report
• Upcoming deadlines for adopting the final report and filing it with the County Records Administrator
• Public forum scheduled for April 2026
• Election scheduled for June 2, 2026

The commission voted to accept the amended minutes for the October 8, 2025 meeting after correcting noted errors. The motion was made by Mr. Vermeire, seconded by Mr. Dee, and passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The body also discussed plans for advertising and education materials for a June 2 ballot issue, but no action was decided.

• Approved amended October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will discuss several agenda items, including the ADLC ambulance and fire fee schedule, a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services compliance assurance, a budget revision for the Head Start program, a jointly sponsored recreation program agreement with the Anaconda School District, and a Noxious Weed Trust Fund grant application. Two resolutions will be considered: one designating county holidays for calendar year 2026 and another establishing commission meeting dates for 2026. The meeting will also include public comment and the setting of future public meeting dates.

• Discussion of ADLC Ambulance/Fire Fee Schedule
• Discussion of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assurance of Compliance
• Discussion of Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Head Start 2025-2026 Budget Revision
• Discussion of Jointly Sponsored Recreation Program agreement with Anaconda School District
• Discussion of Noxious Weed Trust Fund Special County/Reservation Program Enhancement Grant Application

The commission held a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed ambulance/ fire fee increase, a pending Head Start budget revision, a recreation contract with the school district, and a Noxious Weed Trust Fund grant application. Resolutions designating county holidays and commission meeting dates for 2026 were read aloud. No votes or approvals were recorded for any of these items.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special use application for Major Development Permit 25-002. The board will consider a proposal by King Enterprises to build a residence and storage building in the Central Business Development District.

• Public hearing for Major Development Permit 25-002 (King Enterprises) for a residence and storage building at Block 59, Lot 6

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It then voted 5‑0 to approve the special use application for King Enterprises to develop a residence and storage building at 301 East Third in the Central Business Development District and to forward the request to the Commission. The board adjourned the meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved King Enterprises special use application, moving it to the Commission (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will continue planning the Speaker Series (5.1.7), including ads, greeter, materials, and schedule for 2026. The board will discuss the June 13, 2026 event, covering timeline, publicity, ticket sales, award categories, and costumes. The board will review the 2025-2026 CLG grant budget for a place‑based documentation project.

• Speaker Series planning (ads, greeter, materials, 2026 schedule)
• June 13, 2026 event planning (timeline, publicity, ticket sales, awards, costumes)
• 2025-2026 CLG grant budget for place‑based documentation project

The Historic Resources Board approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0) and adopted the January 8 and February speaker‑series ads (3‑0 and 4‑0). The board accepted the Gilmore Franzen Consulting LLC proposal for the 2025‑2026 CLG grant (4‑0). It also cancelled the scheduled January 2026 meeting (3‑0) and set the next meeting for February 5, 2026.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 8 speaker‑series ad (3-0)
• Approved February speaker‑series ad with changes (4-0)
• Accepted Gilmore Franzen Consulting LLC CLG grant proposal (4-0)
• Cancelled January 2026 HRB meeting (3-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Commission will vote on several contracts and agreements, including emergency medical response services at Discovery Ski Area, a wastewater treatment plant blower replacement recommendation, a contract extension with WET for Superfund IC program services, and an operations and maintenance agreement for the Mill Creek & NW Energy lift station. The commission will also approve termination of cleaning agreements for the ADLC Courthouse and Law Enforcement Building and adopt a Next Generation 9‑1‑1 GIS data enhancement project. In addition, the commission will approve minutes from the November 18 meeting and authorize payment of claims numbered XXXXXX through XXXXXX for $ XXXXXX .XX.

• Agreement for Emergency Medical Response Services at Discovery Ski Area
• Recommendation Letter for Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower Replacement Project
• Client Services Agreement – Contract Extension with WET for Superfund IC Program Services
• Mill Creek & NW Energy Lift Station Operations & Maintenance Agreement
• Termination of Cleaning Agreements for ADLC Courthouse and Law Enforcement Building

The commission approved the minutes from the November 18 meeting with noted corrections. It authorized payment of claims 148529‑148618 totaling $446,729.69. It approved an emergency medical response agreement with Discovery Ski Area. It also approved contracts for a wastewater blower replacement, a Superfund services extension, and a lift‑station maintenance agreement.

• Approved November 18 minutes with corrections (5‑0)
• Authorized payment of claims 148529‑148618 for $446,729.69 (5‑0)
• Approved Emergency Medical Response Services agreement at Discovery Ski Area (5‑0)
• Approved Galle Plumbing for wastewater treatment plant blower replacement project (5‑0)
• Approved contract extension with WET for Superfund IC Program services (5‑0)
• Approved Mill Creek & NW Energy lift‑station operations & maintenance agreement with Peak Water Services (5‑0)

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board will open the meeting and vote to approve the minutes from the November 3 and November 12, 2025 Board meetings. Trustees will hear a Director's Report, a Financial Report, and a Building Report. No new or old business items are listed, and the agenda includes a public comment period for topics not on the agenda. The next meeting is scheduled for January 5, 2025.

• Approve minutes from November 3, 2025 Library Board meeting
• Approve minutes from November 12, 2025 Library Board meeting
• Director's Report
• Financial Report
• Public comment period

The board approved the minutes from the November 3 and November 12 meetings with a unanimous vote. Director Walters reported on library programs, the budget status, and a basement window replacement. No new or unfinished business was considered, and the meeting adjourned at 10:27 am.

• Approved November 3 & 12 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will review and approve the November 3 board minutes and the 2024 audit. Members will elect officers and approve October 2024 financials, including updates to the operations subsidy and capital improvements fund. Updates on the clubhouse, course conditions, and operations such as merchandise sales and tournaments will be discussed. The meeting will conclude with approval of the 2026 Annual Plan.

• Approval of November 3 Board Minutes
• Review of the 2024 Audit
• Election of Board Officers
• Approval of October 2024 Financials and Operations Subsidy/Capital Improvements Funds
• Approval of the 2026 Annual Plan

The board approved the minutes from the November 3 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. They retained the current officers—President Daryl Dodd, Vice‑President Gary Carlson, and Secretary Allen Green—by a 5‑0 vote. The board also approved the October financial report and the 2026 Annual Plan, Budget, and Capital Plan, each passing 5‑0.

• Approved Nov 3 board minutes (5‑0)
• Retained current officers (President Dodd, VP Carlson, Secretary Green) (5‑0)
• Approved October financials (5‑0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Plan, Budget, and Capital Plan (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The task force will approve the minutes from its November 6, 2025 meeting. It will review a community email activity report prepared by Jessica Wicks. Members will consider a redlined draft proposal beginning at sections 6‑9. The meeting will also include miscellaneous items and public comments.

• Approve minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting
• Review community email activity report by Jessica Wicks
• Discuss redlined draft proposal starting at sections 6‑9
• Address miscellaneous items from task force members
• Open floor for public comments and suggestions

The task force approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. Section 6 of the draft ordinance was approved as amended. Section 7 was approved for removal, and Section 9 was also approved for removal. A motion on Section 8 passed with amendments, with two members opposing.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Nov 6, 2025)
• Approved Section 6 as amended
• Approved removal of Section 7
• Motion on Section 8 passed with amendments, with two opposing votes
• Approved removal of Section 9

County Commission

The Deer Lodge County Commission will consider approving a task order for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness program and a Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant. The body will also vote on a resolution to submit a grant application for MCEP infrastructure planning and approve a library grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation.

• Task Order to State of Montana for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Task Order to State of Montana for Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant
• Resolution No. 25-20 to submit MCEP Infrastructure Planning Grant application
• Pizza Hut Foundation 'Slice of Literacy Community' Grant
• Special Event approval for Dead Ringer Horseshoe Tournament at Washoe Park

The commission approved the November 4 meeting minutes and authorized payment of claims 148451‑148528 totaling $386,198.32. It approved a $10,000 Public Health Emergency Preparedness task order, a $6,943 Title V Maternal and Child Health grant, and a resolution to seek up to $30,000 from the MCEP infrastructure planning grant. The board also approved a $10,000 Pizza Hut Foundation literacy grant and the Dead Ringer Horseshoe Tournament event.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims 148451‑148528, $386,198.32 (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Public Health Emergency Preparedness task order (5-0)
• Approved $6,943 Title V Maternal and Child Health block grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-20 to submit MCEP Infrastructure Planning Grant application (up to $30,000) (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Pizza Hut Foundation “Slice of Literacy” grant to Hearst Free Library (5-0)
• Approved Dead Ringer Horseshoe Tournament special event (pending insurance) (5-0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Anaconda Housing Authority Board will review the proposed 2026 operating subsidy as outlined in Resolution No. 624. The board will also receive the FY 2025 audit report. Additional items include a RAD update, discussion of Pintlar Doors, and review of First Montana Bank PHA bank accounts.

• PHA 2026 Operating Subsidy and Resolution No. 624
• FY 2025 Audit
• RAD Update
• Pintlar Doors
• First Montana Bank PHA Bank Accounts

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force will review its financial and MIP/DUI reports, discuss planning for the "Cheers to Sober Driver!" program, receive updates on compliance checks and alcohol surveys, and hear the Ice Cream With a Cop report. No new business will be considered. The meeting includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda.

• Cheers to Sober Driver! program planning — Loren Bolten
• Compliance Checks/Alcohol Surveys update — Officer Arment
• Ice Cream With a Cop report — Morgan Smith
• Financial Report
• MIP/DUI Report

The DUI Task Force unanimously approved the October 9, 2025 minutes, accepted the financial report showing a $25,245.26 balance, and accepted the DUI/MIP report. Members also voted unanimously to spend $2,200 on gas cards for local establishments during the holiday season. A proposal for a DUI Task Force Coordinator position was noted for further review, and no new business was taken.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report with $25,245.26 balance (unanimous)
• Approved DUI/MIP report (unanimous)
• Approved $2,200 gas card distribution for holiday season (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board will discuss the Phoebe Hearst Statue presented by Historic Resources Board member Bob Wren. A public comment period will allow attendees to raise topics not on the agenda. The board will also set the date for its next meeting on December 1, 2025.

• Discussion of Phoebe Hearst Statue – Historic Resources Board member Bob Wren
• Public comment period for subjects not on the agenda
• Future meeting scheduled for December 1, 2025

The Hearst Free Library Board met on November 12, 2025 with three trustees present and Director Sam Walters. Trustees and Historic Resources Board member Bob Wren discussed the Phoebe Hearst statue and agreed that the originally selected spot on the library grounds is the best location for installation. The board also noted they will try to attend the Historic Resources Board meeting in December. The next library board meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025.

• Agreed to install Phoebe Hearst statue at the originally selected location on library grounds

Study Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Study Commission will consider several items, including approving the October 8 meeting minutes and receiving a budget report through October 31. A motion will be taken to accept the resignation of Vice‑Chair Becky Guay. The commission will also discuss possible additions to the final report and ballot regarding agenda items and commissioner replacement procedures. Public comment is scheduled for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting – motion needed
• Budget report through October 31, 2025 – informational only
• Accept resignation of Vice‑Chair Becky Guay – motion needed
• Discussion and possible action of adding agenda items to report and ballot – motion needed
• Discussion and possible action of adding how commissioners are replaced to report and ballot – motion needed

The Study Commission approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It also formally accepted Becky Guay’s resignation as Vice‑Chair, again by a 4‑0 vote (Guay abstained). The budget report was presented as informational only. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Accepted Becky Guay resignation as Vice‑Chair (4‑0, Guay abstained)
• Budget report through Oct 31, 2025 presented (informational only)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force will vote to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting, consider a tentative meeting date for November 19, 2025, discuss community email activity reported by Jessica Wicks, and examine a redlined draft proposal beginning at section 16. The agenda also includes miscellaneous items and public comments before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting
• Review tentative DATF meeting schedule for November 19, 2025
• Discuss community email activity presented by Jessica Wicks
• Examine redlined draft proposal starting at section 16
• Public comments and suggestions from attendees

The Domestic Animal Task Force approved revisions to Sections 17 through 24 of Ordinance No. 11, which updates county regulations on domestic animals. Section 16 was rejected after a dissenting vote by Michelle Lennon. Section 20 was approved for deletion. No other motions were recorded.

• Section 16 rejected (Michelle Lennon voted against approval)
• Section 17 approved with changes
• Section 18 approved with no changes
• Section 19 approved with changes
• Section 20 approved for deletion
• Section 21 approved with changes
• Section 22 approved with changes
• Section 23 approved with changes

Historic Resources Board

The board is meeting to coordinate the 'Anaconda's Past' speaker series and update its work plan. Members will review a semiannual reimbursement request and a $3,750 budget for place-based documentation projects.

• CLG budget of $3,750 for place-based documentation project(s)
• Planning for November speaker series event and 2026 schedule
• Discussion regarding Phoebe Hearst Bronze
• Review of 2025-2026 CLG Grant semiannual reimbursement request

The Historic Resources Board approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It also approved the corrected advertisement for the speaker series (4‑0). The board voted to approve the new base size and wording for the Phoebe Hearst bronze statue (5‑0). No other motions were decided.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved corrected speaker series ad (4-0)
• Approved new base size and verbiage for Phoebe Hearst bronze statue (5-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will consider awarding a bid for police vehicles and approving several service agreements. The body will also review requests for special events at Kennedy Commons and Washoe Park.

• Review and award of 2026 Police Vehicle Package bid from Dana Safety Supply
• Approval of Clinical Affiliate Agreement between Sherry Lesar School of Nursing at Montana Tech and County Public Health
• Approval of 2025-2026 Inmate Excess Medical Insurance and/or Claims Administration Management Agreement
• Special Event: Discover Anaconda’s Christmas Stroll, November 28, 2025, at Kennedy Commons
• Special Event: “Jog and Hog” Fundraiser, November 27, 2025, at Washoe Park

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission approved the October meeting minutes and authorized payment of claims totaling $295,843.49. It also awarded the 2026 police vehicle package (Dodge Durango) and approved a revised seasonal elections assistant job description, a task order for the Personal Responsibility Education Program, a clinical affiliate agreement with Montana Tech's nursing school, and an inmate excess medical insurance agreement. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 21 and October 28 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims #148362‑148450 totaling $295,843.49 (5-0)
• Awarded 2026 Police Vehicle Package (Dodge Durango) (5-0)
• Approved Revised Seasonal Elections Assistant Job Description (5-0)
• Approved Task Order for Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) Services (5-0)
• Approved Clinical Affiliate Agreement with Sherry Lesar School of Nursing, Montana Tech (5-0)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Inmate Excess Medical Insurance and Claims Administration Agreement (5-0)

Library Board

The Hearst Free Library Board will consider approving the minutes from its September 8, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes a Director's Report, a Financial Report, a Building Report, and a public comment period. The next meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2025 Library Board meeting
• Director's Report
• Financial Report
• Building Report
• Future meeting date set for December 1, 2025

Trustee Bobbie Frank moved to approve the September 8, 2025 Library Board minutes. Trustee Kurt Wyant seconded the motion. The board voted unanimously to approve the minutes. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board will meet to approve September financials, review operations updates, and discuss the 2026 annual plan and budget. Public comment is scheduled for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of September financials
• Review of 2026 annual plan, budget, and capital plan
• Operations update including merchandise sales and tournaments
• Clubhouse and course conditions updates
• Public comment for items not appearing on the agenda

The board approved the October 6 meeting minutes (7‑0) and the September financial report (7‑0). No public comments were received on any agenda items. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0 vote and the next meeting was set for December 1, 2025.

• Approved Oct 6 board minutes (7‑0)
• Approved September financials (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Airport Board

The Airport Board will open with a call to order and approve the minutes from the July 30 meeting. The board will hear a manager's report and a consultant report from Robert Peccia and Associates. They will discuss any old business items, consider new business topics, and allow public comment before adjourning.

• Approval of July 30 minutes
• Manager's Report
• Consultant Report – Robert Peccia and Associates
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

The Airport Advisory Board approved the July 30 minutes (vote 4‑0). The board voted to give the RPA permission to represent Bowman Field at the Montana Aeronautics meeting (vote 4‑0). It also approved hiring Morrison‑Maierle for an independent fee‑estimate study (vote 4‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 a.m.

• Approved July 30 minutes (4-0)
• Approved RPA permission to represent Bowman Field at Montana Aeronautics meeting (4-0)
• Approved independent fee‑estimate with Morrison‑Maierle (4-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a work session to discuss several administrative agreements and service contracts. The body will review a police vehicle bid and discuss public health partnerships. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Discover Anaconda’s Christmas Stroll event.

• Review and award of bid for 2026 Police Vehicle Package from Dana Safety Supply
• Task Order for Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) Services
• Clinical Affiliate Agreement between Sherry Lesar School of Nursing at Montana Tech and County Public Health
• 2025-2026 Inmate Excess Medical Insurance and/or Claims Administration Management Agreement
• Resolution No. 25-15, County Declaration Resolution

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission met for a work session on Oct. 28, 2025. Commissioners discussed a police vehicle bid, a revised elections assistant job description, public‑health contracts, inmate insurance, an emergency declaration, and a Christmas Stroll event. No votes or formal approvals were recorded for any item.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates on environmental health and public health program reports. The meeting includes time for public comment on items within the board's jurisdiction.

• Environmental Health updates from Chad Lanes, Tri-County Sanitarian
• Public Health Program reports from Lauren Bolton, Public Health Director

The Board of Health voted unanimously to approve the September Board of Health minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. The meeting concluded at 6:20 PM. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September BOH minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Domestic Animal Task Force will approve the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting, set tentative meeting dates for November 6 and 19, 2025, and discuss a redlined draft proposal beginning at section 10. The agenda also includes a community email update, miscellaneous member items, and public comments before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting
• Set tentative DATF meeting dates: November 6 and 19, 2025
• Review community email activity (Jessica Wicks)
• Examine redlined draft proposal starting at section 10
• Public comments and miscellaneous member items

The task force approved the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. It then approved amended language for Sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of the redline draft. One member, Michelle Lennon, voiced opposition to the changes in Section 12. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Section 10 amendment adding a comma and removing a county special use permit
• Approved Section 11 amendment adding odor clause and removing Section B except number 7
• Approved Section 12 amendment striking “from another community,” striking number 1, and adding a sentence not exceeding $500 (opposed by Michelle Lennon)
• Approved Section 13 as presented
• Approved Section 14 as presented
• Approved Section 15 amendment removing “prohibited” from title 6 and replacing it with “or”

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, including street improvements and a highway funding agreement. The body is also considering several board appointments and management agreements for county facilities.

• 2026 Street Improvements Project
• Funding agreement with Department of Transportation for Mill Creek Highway
• Bid award to Hydro-Tech for Courthouse stonework and tile replacement
• 2025 Extension of Old Works Golf Course Management Agreement
• Board of Health resignation of Kathleen Russell and appointment of Hope Hollingsworth

The commission approved the September 30 meeting minutes and authorized payment of claims totaling $495,974.57. It also approved a health‑department subcontract, a Head Start grant, the 2026 Street Improvements Project, a funding agreement for Mill Creek Highway, and a change of administrator for the URA/TIF Board. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims #148230‑#148361 totaling $495,974.57 (5-0)
• Approved Health Department Chronic Disease Prevention subcontract agreement (5-0)
• Approved Head Start Baseline Grant for FY 2026‑2027 (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Street Improvements Project (5-0)
• Approved Mill Creek Highway funding agreement with Department of Transportation (5-0)
• Approved change of administrator for URA/TIF Board (5-0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Anaconda Housing Authority Board will approve the minutes from its September 16, 2025 meeting. It will review August vouchers, monthly tenant notices, and the vacancies and financial statements report. The board will also hear a community police statistics report, consider a RAD update, and receive information about an audit of the First Montana Bank PHA bank accounts.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting
• Review August vouchers – PHA/Pintlar
• Discuss vacancies and financial statements – PHA/Pintlar
• RAD update
• Audit of First Montana Bank PHA bank accounts

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will discuss a subcontractor agreement for the Health Department's Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Program. They will also review the Head Start Baseline Grant Application for the 2026-2027 program year, a 2026 Street Improvements Project, and an agreement with the Department of Transportation to fund Mill Creek Highway. Additionally, the commission will consider a change of administration for the URA/TIF Board before opening the floor for public comment.

• Health Department Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Program Subcontractor Agreement
• Head Start Baseline Grant Application for program year 02/01/2026 to 01/31/2027
• 2026 Street Improvements Project
• Agreement with the Department of Transportation for funding of Mill Creek Highway
• Change of administration for the URA/TIF Board

The commission heard updates on a $67,435 health subcontract, a Head Start grant application, a $220,865 street‑improvement task order, and a Mill Creek Highway funding agreement. No votes or approvals were recorded; each item was discussed but not formally decided.

Domestic Animal Task Force

The task force will approve the minutes from its 24 September 2025 meeting. It will consider a tentative schedule for the next meeting on 22 October 2025. Members will review community email activity presented by Jessica Wicks and examine a redlined draft proposal beginning at section 6. The meeting also includes miscellaneous items and public comments.

• Approve minutes from the 24 September 2025 meeting
• Consider tentative DATF meeting schedule for 22 October 2025
• Review community email activity presented by Jessica Wicks
• Examine redlined draft proposal starting at section 6
• Public comments and suggestions

Greenway Service District Board

The Greenway Service District Board will convene to approve minutes from the previous meeting and authorize county representatives to execute a contract with the Department of Justice. The agenda includes updates on the Durant Canyon project and the International Council on Mining and Metals.

• Approval of July 2025 meeting minutes
• Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) & BNSF Railroad update
• DOJ-NRD Contract – Request for authorization for execution
• Craddock Easement discussion
• ICMM Update

The board could not approve the May minutes because a quorum was not present, so the approval was deferred to the next meeting. Members present were asked to authorize signing a new contract with the NRDP, and Dori was given permission to contact absent members for their votes.

• May minutes not approved; postponed due to lack of quorum
• Members present requested to authorize NRDP contract signing; Dori authorized outreach to absent members for vote

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The Anaconda DUI Task Force will convene to approve previous meeting minutes and review financial and MIP/DUI reports. The agenda includes updates on the 'Cheers to Sober Driver!' program, compliance checks, and 'Ice Cream With a Cop' events.

• Approval of minutes from 9/11/2025
• Review of MIP/DUI Report
• Review of Financial Report
• Update on 'Cheers to Sober Driver!' program
• Update on 'Ice Cream With a Cop' event

The task force unanimously approved the September 18, 2025 minutes and the financial report. Members decided to distribute gas cards to promote sober driving during each of the next three months. The meeting was adjourned unanimously and the next meeting is set for November 13, 2025.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Decided to pursue gas‑card distribution for sober drivers over the next three months
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Study Commission

The Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Study Commission will approve minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting, accept the resignation of Secretary Seanna Zacher, and appoint Greg Budd as the new Secretary. It will consider a motion to remove Vice‑Chair Becky Guay and, if that motion passes, appoint a new Vice‑Chair. A tentative report will be presented at a public hearing, followed by a public comment period for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting
• Acceptance of resignation of Secretary Seanna Zacher
• Appointment of Greg Budd as Secretary
• Consideration of removal of Vice‑Chair Becky Guay
• Tentative report public hearing

The Study Commission voted 4‑0 to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. It also voted 4‑0 to formally accept Becky Guay's resignation as Vice‑Chair, with Guay abstaining. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Becky Guay resignation as Vice‑Chair (4-0)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board will review and approve the August financial statements and September updates. It will discuss the operations subsidy and capital improvements fund. The board will consider proposed pricing for 2026 and a preliminary budget and capital plan. A contract extension with CourseCo will also be considered.

• Approval of August financial statements and September updates
• Discussion of operations subsidy and capital improvements fund
• Review of proposed 2026 pricing
• Preliminary budget and capital discussion
• Consideration of CourseCo contract extension

The board approved the September 8 meeting minutes and the August financial statements, each by a 5‑for, 0‑against vote. It also voted 4‑for, 1‑against to extend the Old Works Golf Course Management Agreement for seven years, raising the base management fee by $1,000 per month. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved Sept. 8 board minutes (5‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved August financials (5‑for, 0‑against)
• Extended management agreement 7 years, adding $1,000/month fee (4‑for, 1‑against)
• Sold used equipment, depositing $10,000 into capital fund
• Adjourned meeting (5‑for, 0‑against)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will discuss planning for upcoming speaker series events in October and November. The board is also reviewing the HRB Work Plan and a semiannual progress report.

• Planning for 'Anaconda's Past' speaker series events
• HRB Work Plan updates regarding event budget, format, and nomination forms
• Review of FFY25-26 Semiannual Progress Report draft
• Discussion on Phoebe Hearst Bronze
• Follow-up from the Montana History Conference

The Historic Resources Board approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes with changes (4‑0). It authorized Rose Nyman to use her judgment on the size, style, and height of the bronze statue’s base (4‑0) and approved locating the Phoebe Hearst bronze statue at the southeast corner of the intersection, with an alternate site at Kennedy Common (4‑0). The board also approved the semiannual report after correcting a typo (4‑0).

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes with changes (4-0)
• Authorized Rose Nyman to decide base size, style, and height for bronze statue (4-0)
• Approved placement of Phoebe Hearst bronze statue at SE corner of intersection (alternate Kennedy Common) (4-0)
• Approved semiannual report with correction (4-0)

County Commission

The Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Commission will consider approval of several items, including a resolution to amend the mill levy for fiscal year 2025‑2026, a task order for the Georgetown Lake Road Overlay Project, and a request to advertise bids for a 2026 police vehicle package. Additional items include a donation request, reappointments to local boards, and approvals for special community events.

• Resolution No. 25-17(A) to amend the mill levy for FY 2025‑2026
• Task Order for the Georgetown Lake Road Overlay Project
• Request to advertise for bids for a 2026 police vehicle package
• Request for proposals for courthouse stonework and tile replacement
• Donation request of $1,000 to the Beaverhead‑Deerlodge Working Group

The commission approved the September 16 and September 23 meeting minutes and authorized payment of claims totaling $929,671.41. It adopted Resolution No. 25‑17(A) amending the mill levy for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The body also approved the skatepark general plan, a lead‑poisoning prevention task order, Head Start program policies, a letter of interest for a new women’s prison, a courthouse stonework RFP, a $1,000 donation, board reappointments, and a wildlife art expo.

• Approved September 16 & 23 minutes (5-0)
• Authorized claim payments $929,671.41 (5-0)
• Approved amended mill levy for FY 2025‑2026 (5-0)
• Approved skatepark general plan (5-0)
• Approved lead‑poisoning prevention task order (5-0)
• Approved Head Start program policies (5-0)
• Approved letter of interest for new women’s prison (5-0)
• Approved courthouse stonework RFP (5-0)

Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District

The board approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. It then certified the Fire Service Area fee for 2025. Finally, the board approved a contract with bookkeeper Shelley Finnegan to prepare the fee reports each year.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Certified the 2025 FSA fee (motion carried)
• Approved annual contract with Shelley Finnegan for report preparation (motion carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on three variance requests regarding signage, lot size, and vehicle access. The board will determine if the applicants are granted relief from specific city ordinances.

• Variance 25-003: Ryan Kelly (Jax’s Fabrication and Repair) request for a business sign larger than six square feet in a residential area
• Variance 25-004: Lakeside Rentals, LLC request for an 1,820 square foot lot, which is below the 3,500 square foot minimum
• Variance 25-005: Greg Warner request for vehicular access from 5th St for a garage at 803 E. 5th St

The board approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved Variance 25‑003 allowing a larger business sign for Ryan Kelly, Variance 25‑004 permitting a 1,820‑sq‑ft lot in the Goosetown district, and Variance 25‑005 authorizing a garage with street access for Greg Warner. Each variance motion passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Variance 25-003 for larger sign (4-0)
• Approved Variance 25-004 for 1,820‑sq‑ft lot (4-0)
• Approved Variance 25-005 for garage with street access (4-0)

Board of Health

The Anaconda Board of Health will approve the June meeting minutes. It will receive environmental health updates and public health program reports. The board will discuss a response from Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp. regarding living conditions at Hearthstone and bid farewell to former member Kathleen Russell.

• Approval of June minutes
• Environmental health updates presented by Chad Lanes
• Public health program reports presented by Lauren Bolton
• Discussion of Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp. response on Hearthstone living conditions
• Farewell to board member Kathleen Russell

The Anaconda Board of Health approved the August 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board discussed environmental health updates, public‑health program activities, and a response to Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp.'s letter about Hearthstone Living conditions. A farewell was given to retiring member Kathleen Russell, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force will approve the minutes from its July 23, 2025 meeting. It will also review a tentative schedule for meetings on October 9 and 22, 2025. The board will receive a community email update from Jessica Wicks and examine a redlined draft proposal starting at section 2 prepared by Carl Hemming. Public comments from members are invited.

• Approve meeting minutes from July 23, 2025
• Review tentative meeting schedule for October 9 and 22, 2025
• Receive community email update from Jessica Wicks
• Examine redlined draft proposal (section 2) prepared by Carl Hemming
• Public comments from task force members

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will hold a work session covering several topics. Items include an update on the Anaconda Skatepark project, a discussion of a task order for lead‑poisoning prevention, and a proposal to seek a state letter of interest for a new women’s prison at Galen or an adjacent property. The session also reviews a request for proposals to replace courthouse stonework and tile, and a $1,000 donation request to a regional working group.

• Presentation – Update on Anaconda Skatepark Project
• Discussion – Task Order for Strengthening Population‑Based Lead Poisoning Prevention Activities
• Discussion – Pursuing a Letter of Interest for a new women’s prison (potential sites at Galen or adjacent to the Start Facility)
• Discussion – Request for Proposals for Courthouse Stonework and Tile Replacement
• Discussion – Donation request of $1,000.00 to the Beaverhead‑Deerlodge Working Group

The commission met to hear an update on the Anaconda Skatepark expansion, including design concepts, fundraising progress, and potential construction plans. Commissioners asked questions about footprint, impact on the baseball field, and timing, but did not vote on any action. The discussion indicated a need for a formal presentation before a decision can be taken.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force will approve minutes from the 8/14/2025 meeting and hear a financial report and a MIP/DUI report. It will review unfinished business items including the Smelter City Throwdown program, compliance checks, and ARIDE training. New business includes planning a Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream With a Cop event.

• Approval of minutes from 8/14/2025
• Financial report presentation
• MIP/DUI report presentation
• Unfinished business: Smelter City Throwdown program, compliance checks, ARIDE training
• New business: Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream With a Cop event

The DUI Task Force unanimously accepted the financial report showing a balance of $2,482.41. Members agreed to hold an Ice Cream with a Cop event for Red Ribbon Week, with officers and the Public Health Department providing logistical support. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted financial report showing balance $2,482.41 (unanimous)
• Approved holding Ice Cream with a Cop event during Red Ribbon Week, with logistical help from officers and Public Health Dept

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will review the Head Start Annual Report and a membership program for full-time county employees. The body will also consider a promotion for a firefighter and a request for support regarding a letter to congressional delegates.

• Approval of Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Head Start Annual Report and Program Community Needs Assessment
• Support for Beaverhead-Deerlodge Working Group letter to Montana Congressional Delegates
• Approval of Anaconda Strong Memorial Benefit special event on September 27, 2025, at The Owl Bar
• Life Flight Network Membership Program for full-time county employees
• Promotion of Jaret Scott from Probationary Firefighter to Firefighter

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission approved the September meeting minutes and authorized payment of claims totaling $254,367.23. It also approved the Head Start annual report, a $1,000 contribution to a Beaverhead-Deerlodge forest letter, a special memorial benefit event, a Life Flight membership program for full‑time employees, and the promotion of firefighter Jaret Scott. All actions were carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from Sep 2, Sep 9 meetings (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims #148067‑148149 totaling $254,367.23 (5-0)
• Approved Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Head Start Annual Report and Needs Assessment (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 contribution to Beaverhead‑Deerlodge Working Group letter to Montana Congressional Delegates (5-0)
• Approved Special Event – Anaconda Strong Memorial Benefit (pending certificate of insurance) (5-0)
• Approved Life Flight Network Membership Program for full‑time county employees (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Jaret Scott from probationary firefighter to firefighter (5-0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority Board will consider converting public housing to Section 8 project-based vouchers and approve a buzzer entry system for PJ Hagan Manor. The meeting includes approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Resolution No. 623: Begin Public Housing Close Out and Conversion to Section 8 Project Based Vouchers
• PJ Hagan Manor Buzzer Entry System
• Approval of August Vouchers - PHA/Pintlar
• Monthly Notices – Tenants
• On-site HUD Financial Audit September 24th - 26th

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force will meet to approve minutes from July 23, 2025, and discuss a tentative meeting schedule for September 24, 2025. The body will review a redlined draft proposal starting at section 1 and receive a report on community email activity from Jessica Wicks.

• Approval of July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of redlined draft proposal
• Community email activity report by Jessica Wicks
• Tentative meeting schedule for September 24, 2025

The Domestic Animal Task Force met at the Metcalf Senior Center, approved the July 23, 2025 minutes, and set a tentative meeting for September 24, 2025. New member Carolyn Pasha was introduced. The group reviewed a redlined draft proposal that adds an Authority Having Jurisdiction clause and removes several definitions, but no votes or approvals were recorded.

County Commission

The September 9 work session included a public hearing on a $1,000 discretionary funding request, a Head Start program report noting a $859,114 budget and staffing concerns, a discussion of the Upper Hill/MT Carmel Cemetery Road bid (a $140,000, 1,800‑ft contract recommended for award), and a presentation on a wastewater‑treatment blower replacement expected to cost about $1,000,000. No actions were approved, denied, or voted on during the meeting.

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will meet to discuss the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The body may also take action on a road project bid and a wastewater treatment plant project manual.

• Resolution No. 25-18: Adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Review and award bid for the Upper Hill/MT Carmel Cemetery Road Project
• Approval of Request for Proposal and Project Manual for Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower Replacement Project

The commission voted 5-0 to award the bid for the Upper Hill/MT Carmel Cemetery Road Project. It also voted 5-0 to adopt Resolution No. 25-18, the FY 2025-2026 county budget, rescinding the prior September 2 vote. A third 5-0 vote approved the request for proposal and project manual for the county wastewater treatment plant blower replacement.

• Award bid for Upper Hill/MT Carmel Cemetery Road Project – approved (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution No. 25-18, FY 2025-2026 budget – approved (5-0)
• Approve RFP and project manual for wastewater treatment plant blower replacement – approved (5-0)

Library Board

The trustees approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They also approved a package of policy updates covering library surveillance, mobile hotspots, sale of items, unlimited DVD checkouts, and a new building‑use agreement, with a unanimous vote. The board agreed to postpone any statue installation work until a Main Street site is investigated and to invite Historic Resources Board member Rose Nyman to the October meeting.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved policy updates on filming, hotspots, item sales, unlimited DVD checkouts, and building‑use agreement (unanimous)
• Agreed to postpone statue installation until Main St. site investigated (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite Rose Nyman to October meeting (unanimous)
• Combined policy updates with unfinished business item (unanimous)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board will meet to approve July financials and discuss August updates. The session includes reviews of capital planning, clubhouse status, and course conditions. No action is permitted under new business or miscellaneous items.

• Approval of July Financials
• Operations Subsidy/Capital Improvements Funds
• Capital Planning
• Clubhouse and Course Conditions updates
• Merchandise sales, tournaments, and marketing updates

The board approved the August 4th meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the July financial report, again by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0 motion. No public comments were received on any agenda items.

• Approved August 4th board minutes (7‑0)
• Approved July financials (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board approved the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes with a clarification, passing the motion 3‑0. The board also approved the purchase of a loaf of povitica for the November speaker event, costing about $50, with a 4‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes with clarification (3-0)
• Approved purchase of povitica loaf (~$50) for November event (4-0)

County Commission

The commission approved the FY 2025‑26 mill levy (Resolution 25‑17), the county budget (Resolution 25‑18), and the method for levying voted mills (Resolution 25‑19), each by a 5‑0 vote. It also authorized $413,474.13 in claim payments, approved the superintendent’s salary increase, the homecoming parade, and participation in the Purdue and Sackler opioid settlement, all by unanimous votes. Additional actions included board resignations and reappointments.

• Approved Minutes from Aug 19 & Aug 26 meetings (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims 147990‑148066 totaling $413,474.13 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑17 establishing FY 2025‑26 mill levy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑18 adopting FY 2025‑26 budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑19 method of levying voted mills (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent of Schools position and rate change to $1,200 (5-0)
• Approved participation in Purdue and Sackler opioid settlement (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Kristy McKay to Economic Development Board (4-1)

Board of Health

The Board unanimously approved the June Board of Health minutes. It also unanimously approved a letter addressing living‑condition issues at the Hearthstone property, to be sent to property management, owners, residents, and the county attorney. The resignation of inactive member Katie Gruss was recorded. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved June BOH minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Hearthstone living‑conditions letter (unanimous)
• Recorded resignation of inactive member Katie Gruss
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Study Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Study Commission will meet to review and potentially accept a tentative report. The body will also plan for a second public hearing on October 8 to gather citizen responses to that report.

• Discussion and acceptance of tentative report
• Budget report through July 2025
• Planning for October 8 public hearing

Commissioners approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑1 vote. They then voted 3‑1 to accept the tentative report as written. The commission scheduled a public meeting on the tentative report for October 8, 2025. A budget report through July 2025 was presented for information only.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (3-1)
• Accepted tentative report as written (3-1)
• Scheduled public meeting on tentative report for Oct 8, 2025
• Presented budget report through July 2025 (informational only)

County Commission

The County Commission held a work session where the CFO presented the fiscal year 2025‑2026 financial results, budget figures, and a proposed mill levy. The presentation covered revenue changes, capital expenditures, and tax rate impacts on homeowners. No formal votes, approvals, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

County Commission

The commission authorized payment of $953,750.69 in county claims and adopted a resolution to amend FY 2024‑2025 fund budgets. It set the FY 2025‑2026 budget public hearing for September 9, 2025, and approved several service and infrastructure agreements, including an ambulance standby contract, a historic building deed, a natural‑resource damage contract, a road‑work bid invitation, and a benefit fundraiser for the Owl Bar tragedy.

• Authorized payment of claims #147884‑#147989 totaling $953,750.69 (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑16 to amend FY 2024‑2025 fund budgets (5‑0)
• Set FY 2025‑2026 budget public hearing date for September 9, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved ambulance service standby agreement for the 2025 football season at Mitchell Stadium (5‑0)
• Approved draft buy/sell and deed for the Historic BAP General Office Building on West Commercial Street (5‑0)
• Approved contract with the State of Montana Natural Resource Damage Program for the Anaconda Uplands Restoration Plan (5‑0)
• Approved invitation to bid for Upper Hill/Mt. Carmel Cemetery Road project (5‑0)
• Approved benefit fundraiser for the Owl Bar hosted by Carmel’s Sports Bar and Grill on August 23, 2025 (5‑0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The board approved the July 17 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the PHA and Pintlar vouchers and financial statements, each with a unanimous vote. The board gave the green light to move forward with RAD documents and the partnership with Good Housing Partnership, pending a formal agreement. The meeting was adjourned after a motion carried.

• Approved July 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Board gave green light to move forward with RAD documents and Good Housing Partnership (subject to agreement)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force approved the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted its financial report, which shows a balance of $27,390.88. The group also approved the MIP/DUI activity report and adjourned the meeting unanimously. Several program‑related actions were assigned, including a press release and an interview about the Cheers! To Sober Drivers program.

• Approved July 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report showing $27,390.88 balance (unanimous)
• Approved MIP/DUI report (unanimous)
• Removed Taser funding request from agenda (no vote)
• Press release about Cheers! To Sober Drivers program to be sent to Anaconda Leader (planned)
• Interview with James at the Leader to be scheduled about the program (planned)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission is holding a work session to discuss financial resolutions and labor agreements. The body will review budget amendments for the current fiscal year and propose a public hearing date for the next annual budget.

• Resolution No. 25-16 to amend fund budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Proposed September 9, 2025 public hearing date for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 2 regarding the Detention Unit
• Ambulance Service Standby Agreement for 2025 football season at Mitchell Stadium
• Draft Buy/Sell and Deed for the Historic Railroad Administrative Building

The commission heard a report from the Domestic Animal Task Force, a budget amendment presentation, a proposal to set a public hearing date for the FY 2025‑2026 budget, a union agreement with Teamsters Local No. 2, and an ambulance standby agreement for the 2025 football season. No public comment was received on the budget report. No formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded for any of these items.

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. No other motions were decided; remaining agenda items were discussed or noted for future follow‑up.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

County Commission

The commission approved $1,762,025.17 in claim payments (4‑0). It also approved several contracts and plans, including a public health emergency task order, a Head Start corrective action plan, road improvements, a police union agreement, and a professional services agreement for Uplands recreation (all 4‑0). Additionally, the commission appointed Carolyn Pasha to the Domestic Animal Task Force, reappointed Art Villasenor to the Planning Board, and approved a special event at Washoe Park (all 4‑0).

• Approved claim payments of $1,762,025.17 (4‑0)
• Approved Public Health Emergency Preparedness task order (4‑0)
• Approved Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Head Start Corrective Action Plan (4‑0)
• Approved MT Carmel and Upper Hill Cemetery Road Improvements (4‑0)
• Approved Agreement with Anaconda Police Protective Association (4‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Five Valleys Land Trust for Uplands recreation planning (4‑0)
• Approved appointment of Carolyn Pasha to Domestic Animal Task Force (4‑0)
• Approved Special Event – Dead Ringer Horseshoe League Celebration Party at Washoe Park (4‑0)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board unanimously approved the July 7th board minutes. It also unanimously approved the June financial report, which showed $509,987 revenue and a $215,316 net cash flow. A sale of used equipment for $200 was recorded and the proceeds will be deposited into the capital fund. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 7th board minutes (6-0)
• Approved June financials (6-0)
• Recorded sale of used equipment for $200, to be deposited in capital fund
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The task force approved $1,300 to fund a sober driver for the Smelter City Throwdown, with a unanimous vote. The meeting also unanimously accepted the June 12, 2025 minutes, the financial report showing a balance of $27,938.64, and the MIP/DUI report. The request to purchase $13,000 in tasers for the ADLC Police Department was tabled pending further information.

• Approved $1,300 funding for sober driver at Smelter City Throwdown (unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report showing $27,938.64 balance (unanimous)
• Approved MIP/DUI report (unanimous)
• Tabled ADLC taser purchase request ($13,000) pending further info
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force reviewed Draft Ordinance 11‑A and compared it to the existing Chapter 4 code. A motion to table adoption of the code sections was introduced by Patti Davis, seconded by Michelle Lennon, and passed, with two members voting against. No other measures were adopted; a proposal to exclude agricultural zones from the guidelines was presented but not decided.

• Motion to table adoption of code sections passed (2 members opposed)

County Commission

The commission reviewed a $33,469 public‑health emergency preparedness task order, a Head Start corrective action plan with an October 14 extension, and a $150,000‑$160,000 road improvement project. They also noted the resignation of Bill Willing from the Domestic Animal Task Force and discussed the future use of task forces. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and no items were formally approved or denied.

Public Housing Authority Board

The Board approved the PHA and Pintlar vouchers for June. It approved the June financial statements for both properties. The Board adopted the 2025 revised flat rent rates and Resolution No. 620. It also approved a significant amendment to the 5‑year PHA plan (Resolution 621) and authorized submission of the RAD financing plan to HUD (Resolution 622).

• Approved June PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved June PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Added Assistant Director Paul Fenchak as authorized signatory on First Montana Bank PHA account (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 revised flat rent rates and Resolution No. 620 (unanimous)
• Approved Significant Amendment to 5‑Year PHA Plan 2025‑2029 and Resolution No. 621 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 622 authorizing submittal of RAD financing plan to HUD (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the July 1 and July 8 meetings with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also authorized payment of claims numbered 147690 through 147789, totaling $428,440.16, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved July 1 and July 8 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims 147690‑147789 totaling $428,440.16 (5-0)

Greenway Service District Board

Board members and staff presented an overview of the Durant Canyon and Underpass Proposal, including project history, partners, and grant funding. They discussed safety and coordination with the active BAP and BNSF rail lines and toured several site locations. A community member requested that the presentation materials and a cleanup‑benefits summary be provided.

Study Commission

The commission approved the June 11, 2025 minutes with a 4‑0 vote. A motion to put a ballot question changing the County CEO from elected to appointed was made and seconded but failed with a 2‑2 tie. A separate motion to place a ballot question changing the Chief of Police to an appointed position failed because it lacked a second. The budget report was presented as informational with no vote.

• Approved June 11 minutes (4-0)
• Motion to place CEO appointment question on ballot failed (2-2)
• Motion to place Chief of Police appointment question on ballot failed (no second)
• Budget report through June 2025 presented (informational, no vote)

County Commission

The commission adopted Resolution No. 25-14 to apply for Land & Water Conservation Fund assistance for the Lincoln School playground project. No other formal actions were taken; the remaining items were public hearings and discussion without votes or decisions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 25-14 authorizing application for Land & Water Conservation Fund assistance (no vote tally recorded)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The Old Works Golf Course Authority Board approved the financial statements for May and the current fund balances. It voted to lease new golf carts from Yamaha. It also approved an awning, roof covering, and screen covering for the clubhouse. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved May financials and fund balances (7‑0)
• Approved lease with Yamaha for new golf carts (7‑0)
• Approved awning on west end of clubhouse (6‑1)
• Approved roof covering for outside area of clubhouse (7‑0)
• Approved screen covering entry area of kitchen (7‑0)
• Approved June 2 board minutes (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

County Commission

The commission approved the June 17 meeting minutes and authorized payment of $544,766.99 in claims. It also approved moving the historic city bell to Copper Village Art Museum and authorized the Vaccines for Children program for underinsured children. Finally, the commission awarded the Country Club Road overlay contract to Jeffery Contracting, LLC for $388,380.20.

• Approved June 17 minutes (Motion Carried S‑0)
• Authorized payment of claims $544,766.99 (Motion Carried 5‑0)
• Approved relocation of city bell to Copper Village Art Museum (Motion Carried 5‑0)
• Approved deputizing public health departments for Vaccines for Children program (Motion Carried 5‑0)
• Approved award of Country Club Road overlay contract to Jeffery Contracting, LLC for $388,380.20 (Motion Carried 5‑0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health unanimously approved the May meeting minutes. It elected Barbs Schott as Chair, Kelly Marker as Vice‑Chair, and the Public Health Department as Secretary for the 2025‑26 year. The Board also approved the proposed bylaw changes and cancelled the July meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Barbs Schott as Chairperson for 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Elected Kelly Marker as Vice‑Chairperson for 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Elected Public Health Department as Secretary for 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Approved proposed bylaw changes (unanimous)
• Cancelled July meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force approved the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes with accepted changes. The group adopted a tentative schedule to meet on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m., with a possible shift to bi‑weekly meetings. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adopted tentative schedule: last Wednesday each month at 6:00 p.m.; consider bi‑weekly meetings

County Commission

The commission approved the award of the Dwyer School property bid to The Housing Company (4‑0). It also accepted Melba Frank’s resignation, appointed Melissa Hansen as the new Public Administration officer, and approved several health‑related contracts and a healthcare contribution increase (each 4‑0).

• Approved award of Dwyer School property bid to The Housing Company (4‑0)
• Approved resignation of Public Administration employee Melba Frank (4‑0)
• Appointed Melissa Hansen to the Public Administration Position (4‑0)
• Approved payment of claims $509,761.47 (claims 147521‑147608) (4‑0)
• Approved MOU with Bridgercare for preventative healthcare funding $20,780 (4‑0)
• Approved Master Contract with Montana DHHS for immunization program $6,302 (4‑0)
• Approved increase in county healthcare contribution for full‑time employees (4‑0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority Board unanimously approved the May meeting minutes, the PHA and Pintlar vouchers, and the financial statements. It also approved the HUD Capital Fund award of $542,621 (Resolution 617), the temporary RAD Incentive Compensation Program (Resolution 618), and the FY 2026 budget (Resolution 619). The board concurred with the recommendation to dismiss a maintenance laborer and decided to combine all CDs into one account.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Concurred with recommendation to dismiss maintenance laborer (unanimous)
• Approved HUD Capital Fund 2025 award of $542,621 (Resolution 617) (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary RAD Incentive Compensation Program (Resolution 618) (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 Budget (Resolution 619) (unanimous)
• Combined all CDs into one account (unanimous)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The task force approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted both the financial and MIP/DUI reports, each unanimously. It authorized the purchase of 100 gas cards and four signage banners, also unanimously. The amended DUI Task Force Plan was approved with budget revisions, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Financial Report (unanimous)
• Accepted MIP/DUI Report (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 100 gas cards via ACI reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of four DUI Task Force banners (unanimous)
• Approved amended DUI Task Force Plan with budget changes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Study Commission

The commission voted 4‑0 to approve the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. A budget report through May 2025 was noted as informational only because the CFO was on vacation. Discussions were held about possible charter changes, but no votes were taken.

• Approved minutes from May 14, 2025 meeting (4‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted 6‑0 to amend the Development District Map, changing 1601 Tammany Street from Public/Semi‑Public to the High‑Density Residential Development District with two conditions. The board also approved the minutes from the March 24 and April 16 meetings by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved minutes for March 24 and April 16, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Development District amendment for 1601 Tammany Street to High‑Density Residential (6-0)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board approved several actions: it adopted the corrected May 1 meeting minutes (4‑0), authorized $50 cashier's checks for two Forge employees (3‑1), approved selling historic postcards at $10 for a set of four or $3 individually (4‑0), voted to print 500 brochures through Staples (3‑0), and approved the Smeltermen’s Day ad with the phrase “No admission” removed (3‑0). No public comments were received.

• Approved corrected May 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized $50 cashier's checks to two Forge employees (3-1)
• Approved selling postcards: sets of 4 for $10, individual for $3 (4-0)
• Approved printing 500 brochures through Staples (3-0)
• Approved Smeltermen’s Day ad with removal of “No admission” (3-0)

County Commission

The commission approved Ordinance No. 281 establishing a 35 mph speed limit on unpaved county roads, passing 4‑1 with Chairman Beausoleil dissenting. The meeting minutes from May 20 and the May 27 work session were approved unanimously (5‑0). A motion to authorize payment of claims #147452‑147520 totaling $133,088.62 also carried unanimously (5‑0). The amendment to extend the Domestic Animal Task Force reporting period and the preliminary plat for the Moon base Woods subdivision were presented but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Approved May 20 and May 27 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims #147452‑147520 totaling $133,088.62 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 281 – 35 mph speed limit on unpaved county roads (4-1)
• Motion to amend Ordinance #277 to extend DATF reporting period – motion made, no vote recorded
• Motion to approve preliminary plat for Moon base Woods Subdivision – motion made, no vote recorded

Library Board

The board approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It confirmed a contract with The Little Things Home Décor to renovate the second‑floor bathroom. The board agreed the director will draft a building‑use agreement for outside groups and will schedule a meeting with the Historic Resources Board about the Phoebe Hearst statue. Trustees also agreed to allow the library to close early or remain closed on July 4 and July 5, and noted the Summer Reading program will start the last week of June.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Contracted The Little Things Home Décor for second‑floor bathroom upgrades
• Agreed director will draft building‑use agreement for outside groups
• Agreed director will contact Historic Resources Board to schedule statue meeting
• Agreed library may close early or remain closed on July 4 and July 5
• Planned Summer Reading program to begin last week of June

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board approved the April 7th meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the June 1st financial statements, again by a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0 motion.

• Approved April 7th Board Minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 1st financial statements (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The task force approved the April meeting minutes as submitted. The next meeting was scheduled for June 18, 2025 at the Metcalf Senior Center. Members proposed moving to a biweekly meeting schedule, and Vern Tuss was assigned to receive the redlined ordinance draft by email.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 18, 2025 at Metcalf Senior Center
• Proposed biweekly meetings (discussion, not decided)
• Assigned Vern Tuss to receive redlined draft via email

County Commission

The commission held a public hearing on Ordinance No. 281 to set a 35 mph speed limit on unpaved county roads, but no vote or decision was recorded. A public hearing was also held on the preliminary plat approval for the Moonbase Woods subdivision, with discussion and recommendations from the planning department, but no formal approval, denial, or vote was noted.

Board of Health

The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Board of Health unanimously approved the FY 25‑26 Communicable Disease Plan and the FY 25‑26 Pandemic Influenza Plan. The board also approved the March meeting minutes without dissent. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 25-26 Communicable Disease Plan (unanimous)
• Approved FY 25-26 Pandemic Influenza Plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission voted 5-0 to approve the Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan and Financial Plan. It also approved the Image Upload Conversion Services contract, authorized payment of claims totaling $235,784.02, and approved a $56,000 public‑health workforce task order. A public hearing date was set to extend the Domestic Animal Task Force review period to twelve months.

• Approved Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan & Financial Plan (5-0)
• Approved Image Upload Conversion Services (DocumentPro) contract (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims #147378‑147451 totaling $235,784.02 (5-0)
• Approved Strengthening Public Health Workforce Task Order for 0.5 FTE ($56,000) (5-0)
• Set public hearing date to extend Domestic Animal Task Force review to twelve months (5-0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The board unanimously approved the April vouchers for the Public Housing Authority (PHA) and Pintlar Apartments. It also approved the PHA and Pintlar financial statements for April. The commissioners adopted the FY2025 Budget Revision #1 and Resolution No. 616. Additionally, the board approved write‑offs of three PHA tenant accounts totaling $7,780 and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved April PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved April PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2025 Budget Revision #1 and Resolution No. 616 (unanimous)
• Approved write‑offs of three PHA tenant accounts totaling $7,780 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 22 annual meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 22 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Noted completion of Northwestern Energy gas line installation (informational)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Airport Board reviewed several items for the August 2025 Fly‑In, including insurance needs for bus transport, food‑truck arrangements, liability for plane rides, and sponsorship costs for Ms. Montana. Members expressed concerns and assigned Pitts Harrison to investigate liability and noted that only the West Valley Volunteer Fire Department will provide food. The board will await further information and schedule another meeting as needed.

Study Commission

The Study Commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Kevin Orrino, seconded by Bill Dee, and carried 4‑0. No other items were voted on; the budget report, survey update, and charter discussion were treated as informational or discussion only.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

County Commission

The commission heard a legislative report and confirmed that Senate Bill 542 and House Bill 231 have been passed. The bills create a $400 cash rebate for qualifying primary residences and lower assessment rates for homes up to $2.4 million. Implementation is expected to take about two years. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Passed Senate Bill 542 and House Bill 231 providing property tax relief (no vote tally recorded)

Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District

The GTLVFD FSA Board approved several budget adjustments, including $30,000 for engine repairs and $25,000 for a medium‑duty rescue project. It authorized a request for proposals to retrofit water tender 5 and the purchase of three $50,000 CDs. The board also approved acquiring a commercially built water tender with pump capabilities, a decision that will use a large portion of current reserves.

• Approved August 29 2024 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved $30,000 budget modification for engine repairs (unanimously)
• Approved $25,000 budget adjustment for medium‑duty rescue chassis (unanimously)
• Authorized request for proposals to purchase a new tank and retrofit water tender 5 (unanimously)
• Approved purchase of three CDs at $50,000 each (unanimously)
• Approved acquisition of a pump‑capable water tender (unanimously)
• Approved motion to close the meeting (unanimously)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force approved the application to become the fiscal sponsor for the CHEERS to Sober Drivers program. Earlier items approved unanimously included the April 8, 2025 minutes, the financial report, and the MIP/DUI report. The meeting was adjourned at 10:57 am.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report showing a balance of $28,796.16 (unanimous)
• Accepted MIP/DUI report covering March‑May data (unanimous)
• Approved moving ahead with the ACF fiscal sponsorship application for the CHEERS to Sober Drivers program (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Greenway Service District Board

The board presented an overview of the Greenway Service District and the Durant Canyon and Underpass proposal. Staff and consultants discussed trail implementation near the active BAP and BNSF rail lines and toured several sites. Darla Tierney requested copies of the presentation materials and a summary of cleanup benefits. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission approved a $196,614.50 claim payment and a provider enrollment agreement for Montana Healthcare Programs. It also designated the CCCS Facility for earmarked alcohol money, set a May 27 public hearing on a 35 mph speed limit for unpaved county roads, approved three special events, and reappointed Katie Gruss to the Board of Health. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved payment of claims $196,614.50 (5-0)
• Approved Montana Healthcare Programs Provider Enrollment Agreement (5-0)
• Approved designation of CCCS Facility for earmarked alcohol money (5-0)
• Approved request for public hearing on 35 mph speed limit on unpaved roads (5-0)
• Approved Anaconda Pride Festival at Kennedy Commons, June 28 (5-0)
• Approved Dead Ringer Horseshoe League Tournament at Washoe Park, July 19‑20 (5-0)
• Approved Anaconda Yoga at Washoe Park, Sept 12‑14 (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Katie Gruss to the Board of Health (5-0)

Library Board

The trustees approved the April 7, 2025 Library Board minutes after a motion by Marsha Miller and a second by Connie Sheahan; the motion passed unanimously. The board discussed a restroom renovation estimate of just under $1,900 but took no formal action. A motion to adjourn was made by Roberta Frank, seconded by Maureen Parrow, and passed unanimously.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board unanimously approved the April 7th meeting minutes. It also approved the March financial statements and the proposal to give bonuses to returning employees, each with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

• Approved April 7th board minutes (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved March financials (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved returning employees’ bonus proposal (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑for, 0‑against)

Georgetown Lake Volunteer Fire District

The board accepted the minutes from the August 29, 2024 meeting. They approved converting $150,000 of reserve funds into three certificates of deposit, staggered over three months. They unanimously authorized a proposal to rebuild Tender 5 and to seek up to $30,000 in additional vehicle repair funding. They also unanimously replaced secretary Michelle Hall with Martha Logue and adjourned the meeting at 8:00 PM.

• Accepted August 29, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved conversion of $150,000 into three CDs (motion passed)
• Authorized Tender 5 rebuild proposal and sprayer bar pricing (unanimously carried)
• Approved up to $30,000 additional vehicle repair funding (unanimously approved)
• Replaced secretary Michelle Hall with Martha Logue (unanimously carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 PM (unanimously carried)

Historic Resources Board

The board approved the corrected April 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a speaker‑series advertisement and a $120 Preservation Month ad, each by a 5‑0 vote. Additionally, members approved enlarging photos for up to $20, also by 5‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved speaker‑series ad (5-0)
• Approved 2x8 Preservation Month ad at $120 each (5-0)
• Approved photo enlargement up to $20 (5-0)

Airport Board

The Airport Advisory Board voted 4-0 to accept the draft Request for Proposal for the fuel farm and to move it to bid. It also voted 4-0 to adjust the Capital Improvement Plan by updating the Airport Layout Plan for 2026‑2028, and 4-0 to keep the existing CIP unchanged. The minutes from the January 29 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved draft fuel farm RFP and moved it to bid (4-0)
• Adjusted and approved CIP by updating Airport Layout Plan (4-0)
• Left the existing CIP in place as is (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 29, 2025 meeting (4-0)

Urban Wildlife Management Task Force

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved by acclamation. The task force voted 6-3 to present the new urban wildlife management plan to the ADLC Commission. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes by acclamation
• Voted 6-3 to present new wildlife management plan to ADLC Commission

County Commission

At the special meeting, CEO Bill Everett presented a proposal to switch the county’s workers’ compensation carrier from MMIA to the Montana State Fund, citing a projected 37% cost savings. Representative Rody Holman of the Montana State Fund detailed the plan’s guaranteed cost, dividend history, and financial stability. Commissioners expressed support for the change, but the minutes do not record a formal vote or approval. No substantive decision was recorded; the discussion remained informational.

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force approved the corrections to the March 26, 2025 minutes, including updates to location, an absent member, and nurse language. A tentative schedule was set for future meetings on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm, with the next meeting planned for May 28, 2025. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved corrections to March 26 minutes (motion passed)
• Adopted tentative meeting schedule: last Wednesday each month at 6:00 pm
• Scheduled next meeting for May 28, 2025 at Old Works Course Patio

County Commission

The commission held a work session where Newland and Company presented the 2023‑2024 audit, noting a clean opinion and a segregation‑of‑duties finding. Commissioners discussed the water department’s $1,100,000 cash flow and the need for a Black Mountain software module. Agenda items included the final plat for the Betsy Planned Unit Development and a request to advertise winter ice‑rink services, but no votes or approvals were recorded.

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission voted to approve a request to advertise for proposals to provide wintertime ice rink services. The motion was made by Commissioner Hart, seconded by Commissioner Gates, and carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No other reports, proposals, or miscellaneous items were acted upon.

• Approved request to advertise for wintertime ice rink services (5-0)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority Board unanimously approved the March PHA and Pintlar vouchers and the corresponding financial statements. It also approved the proposed limited partnership structure for Low‑Income Housing Tax Credits and authorized signing the related purchase agreements. Additionally, the Board approved moving CD accounts to CDARS and creating an ICS Sweep account at First Montana Bank. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved March PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved LIHTC partnership structure and authorized signing purchase agreements (unanimous)
• Approved account changes: CDs to CDARS and creation of an ICS Sweep account (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority Board elected Adam Vauthier as Chair, Camille Erickson as Vice‑Chair, and Emily Rice as Assistant Vice‑Chair. The motion to elect the officers was carried unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting also carried unanimously.

• Elected officers: Chair Adam Vauthier, Vice‑Chair Camille Erickson, Assistant Vice‑Chair Emily Rice (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting. Members elected Charlie Farmer as chair and Art Villasenor as vice‑chair, each by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 motion. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved minutes from 3/04/2024 meeting (5-0)
• Elected Charlie Farmer as Board Chair (5-0)
• Elected Art Villasenor as Vice‑Chair (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted 8‑0 to table the approval of the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes until the next scheduled meeting. No other substantive actions were taken. The board then adjourned the meeting at 3:35 pm.

• Tabled approval of March 24, 2025 minutes (8‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

County Commission

The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting and the April 8 work session. It authorized payment of claims 147186‑147277 totaling $616,596.67. The board also revoked a kennel license, approved an MOU with the local school district, appointed members to several boards and task forces, and confirmed two probationary firefighters as full firefighters.

• Approved April 1 and April 8 minutes (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims 147186‑147277 for $616,596.67 (5-0)
• Revoked kennel license for Danae Beechly and Jared Otto at 801 W. 7th St (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Anaconda Public School District #10 (5-0)
• Approved resignation of Sandra Wenger from Opportunity Mosquito Control Board (5-0)
• Appointed Annette Smith to Urban Wildlife Management Task Force (3-2, dissent: Beaudette, Beausoleil)
• Approved promotion of Alec Buffington and Hunter Kerr to Firefighter (5-0)
• Approved Stars and Stripes Celebration by Anaconda Firework Committee (5-0)

Cemetery Board

The board voted to approve the draft minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting. The motion was made by Mark Callison, seconded by Al Forsman, and passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 (4-0)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Task Force

The DUI Task Force approved the March 13, 2025 minutes and accepted the financial and MIP/DUI reports, all unanimously. It voted to donate $2,000 from its funds to ACI for the CAMP H20 youth camp, also unanimously. The board postponed a decision on handling CHEERS! program donations until the May meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Financial Report showing $29,546.16 balance (unanimous)
• Accepted MIP/DUI report on recent DUIs and law change (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 donation to ACI for CAMP H20 youth camp (unanimous)
• Postponed vote on CHEERS! program donation handling to May meeting (decision pending)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Study Commission

The Study Commission voted to approve the amended minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Terry Vermiere, seconded by Kevin Orrino, and carried 5‑0. No other actions were formally decided during the meeting.

• Approved amended March 12, 2025 minutes (5-0)

County Commission

The commission heard testimony from the kennel owners and neighbors about alleged dog disturbances. No vote or formal decision was taken; commissioners agreed to place the matter on next week's agenda and to retain the submitted documents for further review.

Library Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 6, February 3, and March 3, 2025 meetings. It also unanimously authorized Director Walters to obtain estimates and hire a contractor to paint the second‑floor restroom and replace the floors in both public restrooms, limited to the amount of recent donations. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved minutes for Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized director to solicit estimates and engage contractor for restroom painting and floor replacement (unanimous)

Old Works Golf Course Authority Board

The board approved the February 7th meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the April financial statements and a $201,000 transfer from the checking account to the capital improvements fund, each by a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved February 7th minutes (6-0)
• Approved financials (6-0)
• Approved $201,000 transfer to capital fund (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Historic Resources Board

The board voted 5‑0 to move forward with the Phoebe Hearst bronze statue, authorizing the project’s next steps. They also approved the May advertisement with revised wording, purchased a portable voice amplifier, and adopted the 2025 work plan. Additionally, the board appointed Bob Wren as chair, Terry LaValley as vice‑chair, and approved the final CLG report draft, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved moving forward with Phoebe Hearst statue (5‑0)
• Approved May ad with logging truck and revised wording (no tally recorded)
• Purchased portable voice amplifier with headset (5‑0)
• Adopted 2025 work plan (5‑0)
• Appointed Bob Wren as HRB Chair (unanimous 5‑0)
• Appointed Terry LaValley as HRB Vice‑Chair (5‑0)
• Approved final CLG report draft (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)

County Commission

The Deer‑Lodge County Commission approved the award of a $1,268,487.69 bid for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project. It also approved several contracts and agreements, including a motor‑vehicle division MOU, an ExpressVotes election contract, a public hearing for the Betsy Planned Unit Development, a communications lease with the USDA, and the appointment of Lauren Bolton to the Montana Opioid Abatement Trust Advisory Committee. All motions carried unanimously or 5‑0.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims #147081‑147185 totaling $81,488.91 (5‑0)
• Approved MOU with DOJ Motor Vehicle Division (unanimous)
• Approved Election Contract for ExpressVotes for 2025 school elections (5‑0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 public hearing for Betsy Planned Unit Development (5‑0)
• Approved award of $1,268,487.69 bid for ADLC 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Lauren Bolton as ADLC Representative to Montana Opioid Abatement Trust Advisory Committee (5‑0)
• Approved Communications Use Lease Agreement between ADLC and USDA (5‑0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health unanimously approved the October meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting dates. A motion postponed the 2025 officer elections until June. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Postponed 2025 officer elections until June (motion adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Domestic Animal Task Force

The Domestic Animal Task Force voted to change references from “sub committee” to “working group” in its minutes. The motion was made by Jeffery Miles, seconded by Bill Willing, and passed. The group also set a tentative schedule of meetings on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm, with the next meeting planned for April 23 2025. No other motions were decided.

• Approved terminology change from 'sub committee' to 'working group' (motion passed)

County Commission

The commission held a work session to discuss the Urban Wildlife Task Force's deer management plan, the need for a new board member, and enforcement of feeding bans. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; the discussion was deferred pending the appointment of the new member and a new deer count.

Public Housing Authority Board

The Housing Authority Board approved the minutes from February 20, 2025, the February vouchers, and the December financial statements, each by unanimous vote. It also adopted the Capital Fund 2026 Work Plan, the Five‑Year Plan (2026‑2030), and Resolution No. 615, authorizing an estimated $400,000 annual award ($150,000 for operations and $250,000 for RAD activities) for five years. The Board agreed to submit a Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit application for 168 units, which includes demolition of two flood‑plain units, with the option to add up to eight units later. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February PHA and Pintlar vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved December PHA and Pintlar financial statements (unanimous)
• Adopted Capital Fund 2026 Work Plan, Five‑Year Plan 2026‑2030 and Resolution No. 615 (unanimous)
• Agreed to submit LIHTC application for 168 units, demolishing 2 units (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County Planning Board approved the minutes of the January 13, 2025 meeting after correcting a typographical error. The motion to approve was made by Frank Fitzpatrick, seconded by Annette Smith, and carried 8‑0. No formal action was taken on the Moonbase Woods major subdivision; the hearing was for discussion only.

• Approved minutes of Jan 13, 2025 meeting (8‑0)