Butte public meetings in 2025

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will vote on which structural and governance topics to include in its draft report. The body will also receive updates from working groups regarding the fire department, coroner, and director versus coordinator positions.

• Vote on whether commissioners should be full-time or part-time
• Vote on whether positions should be paid or unpaid
• Vote on the role and structure of the Mayor
• Vote on City-County Manager model and removal process
• Updates from Fire Department, Coroner, and Director vs. Coordinator working groups

The Study Commission approved the December 15 minutes (with one dissenting vote). It voted unanimously to make commissioner positions full‑time, to set the number of commissioners at four, and to make those positions paid. The commission also approved including the City‑County Manager form of government in the preliminary report and adopted a cause‑and‑due‑process removal rule for the manager.

• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (1 dissenting vote from Commissioner Perdue‑Dolan)
• Approved full‑time commissioner positions (unanimous)
• Established four full‑time commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time commissioners shall be paid positions (unanimous)
• Included City‑County Manager form of government in preliminary report (unanimous)
• Adopted cause‑and‑due‑process removal requirement for City‑County Manager (unanimous)
• Directed staff to revise draft charter language and consult County Attorney (unanimous)
• Set tentative Jan 26 date for Fire Department Working Group presentation (tentative, not a vote)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a $200,000 grant to assist with the redevelopment of the Phoenix Building. It will also review several land purchase requests, including property adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street and Parcel No. 0001904920 near 403 Transit Street. Additional agenda items include resolutions on tax‑deeded land ownership, budget amendments for unanticipated revenue, and a sale of a parcel at 305 W. Mercury for economic development.

• Public Hearing request (Communication No. 2025-591) for a $200,000 grant to redevelop the Phoenix Building
• Approval request (Communication No. 2025-581/249) to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Approval request (Communication No. 2025-587) to purchase Parcel No. 0001904920 bordering 403 Transit Street
• Resolution No. 2025-72 appropriating unanticipated revenue from the Montana State Department of Commerce to the Community Development Fund for Phoenix Building redevelopment
• Resolution No. 2025-74 authorizing sale of parcel known as 305 W. Mercury for economic or community development

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council will vote on three resolutions, including a budget amendment to allocate a $200,000 state grant for the Phoenix Building redevelopment. It will also adopt the ADA Title II Self‑Evaluation and Transition Plan and authorize the sale of the 305 W. Mercury parcel for economic development. Additional items include approvals of various contracts, agreements and a public‑safety event.

• Resolution 2025-72 – allocate $200,000 grant to the Community Development Fund for Phoenix Building redevelopment
• Resolution 2025-73 – adopt the ADA Title II Self‑Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Resolution 2025-74 – authorize sale of parcel 305 W. Mercury (Butte Townsite S13, T03 N, R08 W, Block 46, Lot 3‑7 and Lot 2A) for economic development
• Communication 2025-599 – approve quote agreement with Verkada Security Systems for the WWTP Effluent Reuse Project
• Communication 2025-601 – authorize the 2nd annual Copper Kings 100 endurance run, closing southbound Shields between Mercury and Texas Avenue

The council unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the consent agenda. It concurred with and placed on file several appointments to the ADA and Local Advisory Councils, as well as multiple agreements with state and local agencies. Additional communications were held for further public hearing or committee review.

• Approved December 3 minutes (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda with listed items (9-0)
• Concurred and placed on file ADA Advisory Council appointments (Comm 2025-585)
• Concurred and placed on file Local Advisory Council appointments (Comm 2025-586)
• Concurred and placed on file DEQ access agreement (Comm 2025-588)
• Concurred and placed on file State DNRC contract amendment (Comm 2025-592)
• Concurred and placed on file MOU with Teamsters (Comm 2025-593)
• Concurred and placed on file Parks software renewal agreement (Comm 2025-594)

Urban Forest Board

The board will read and approve the November meeting minutes and receive a financial report. An Urban Forester report will be presented, followed by discussion of Tree City recertification due December 31. The meeting will also cover Uptown Economic Development activities and an update on Rowe Road tree planting. Public comments will be taken at the end.

• Tree City recertification due December 31
• Uptown Economic Development activities
• Rowe Road planting update
• Financial Report
• Urban Forester Report

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District will review a draft budget and establish priority areas for spending. The board will also confirm the 2026 meeting schedule and identify groups to invite to future sessions.

• Review of draft budget
• Confirmation of 2026 meeting dates and times
• Discussion of Uptown Master Plan project prioritization
• Planning Department discussion regarding sidewalks
• Review of garbage can emptying schedules and overflow processes

The board approved the meeting agenda, approved the previous meeting minutes, and approved printing and mailing the newsletter to all property owners. The budget vote and snow‑removal contract review were postponed to future meetings. The next board meeting was scheduled for January 9, 2026.

• Approved agenda with Snow Removal addition (motion carried)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved printing and mailing of the newsletter (motion carried)
• Deferred budget re‑vote to a future meeting
• Deferred Snow Removal RFP review to the new year
• Scheduled next board meeting for Jan 9 2026

Urban Revitalization Board

The Urban Revitalization Board is reviewing five grant requests for property renovations and development. Decisions include funding for a new housing development and various infrastructure repairs.

• Aluminum & Washington Housing Development: recommended funding up to $148,754 for 5 single-family homes
• Aluminum & Washington Sidewalk & Road Project: recommended funding up to $57,432
• 9 S. Idaho (Butte Central Catholic Schools): recommended funding up to $22,007.50 for architectural services
• 648 S. Dakota: recommended funding up to $4,162.50 for a new roof
• 529 S. Colorado: recommended reimbursement of $2,055.13 for waterline replacement

The board unanimously approved a grant of up to $150,000 (25% of eligible costs) for the renovation of 28 E. Galena property. The motion was made by Bob Brown and seconded by Kevin Patrick. Earlier, the board also unanimously approved the meeting minutes and accepted the financial report.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report (unanimous)
• Approved grant up to $150,000 for 28 E. Galena renovation (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will approve the minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting and receive updates from several working groups, including City‑County Manager/Mayor, Commissioners, Fire Department, Neighborhood Council, and Coroner groups. The commission will discuss a new proposal regarding Director versus Coordinator positions. A public hearing may be held if scheduled, and the meeting will conclude with announcements about upcoming events and the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting
• Updates from City‑County Manager/Mayor, Commissioners, Fire Department, Neighborhood Council, and Coroner working groups
• New business: Working Group update on Director vs. Coordinator positions
• Public hearing (if one is being held)
• Announcements: PartyLine event on December 17, no meeting on December 22, next meeting on December 29, 2025

The commission approved the December 1 minutes unanimously and then discussed a range of charter revision concepts without taking formal votes. Members agreed to present eight specific governance topics—such as the number of commissioners, mayor role, tie‑breaking authority, and a city‑county manager model—for individual votes at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved December 1 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold individual votes on eight governance items at next meeting (consensus)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Greenway Authority Board

The Greenway Management Board is meeting to receive updates on the Durant Canyon project and the Craddock Easement. The board will also discuss a press comment inquiry and an ICMM update.

• Durant Canyon BAP (Patriot) and BNSF Railroad update
• Durant Canyon project update
• Craddock Easement
• Press comment inquiry
• ICMM update

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss the possibility of becoming or spinning off into a 501c3 organization. The group will also revisit sculpture placements and the use of the BSB website page.

• Discussion of forming a 501c3 nonprofit similar to Friends of the Archives
• Review of sculpture placements
• Discussion of BSB website page use for the committee
• Status update on SARTA Grant submission

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will consider adopting an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The body will also review requests from residents to purchase city-county owned land and address questions regarding a potential data center.

• Public hearing for the adoption of the City-County of Butte-Silver Bow ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Request from Patti and Chris Salmonsen to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Request from William F. McGinnis to purchase property on Parcel No. 0001905650
• Request for answers regarding the impacts of a potential data center in Butte MT
• Proposed resolution for Unsold Tax Deed Land, including a $4,633.76 refund for Deluxe Enterprises

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider authorizing a contract with the Montana Department of Quality to review subdivision water, wastewater, solid waste, and stormwater systems. The board will also discuss a vaccine storage agreement and a SARTA grant. Staff will provide updates on budgeting, staffing, and programs.

• Contract with Montana Department of Quality for subdivision system reviews through June 30, 2027
• Memorandum of understanding with St. James Health Care Pharmacy for emergency vaccine storage
• SARTA Grant vote
• Health Department budget and staffing updates

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will consider approval of the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hear brief public comments limited to five minutes and receive updates on federal and state weed management. The board will also receive a progress report and set the date for its next meeting.

• Approval of November 4, 2025 minutes
• Public comments (5‑minute limit)
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report
• Next meeting date

The Weed Control Board approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. The board also approved a motion to verify payment for the Four Bar Seven Ranch Estates weed management plan and to review the 2023/2024 minutes for prior action on that plan.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes
• Approved motion to verify payment for Four Bar Seven Ranch weed management plan and review 2023/2024 minutes

Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority

The Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority will discuss, deliberate, and make decisions on the 2025‑26 SARTA grant applications. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from sub‑committees.

• 2025‑26 SARTA Grant Applications – discussion, deliberation, and decisions

Land Sales Committee

The Butte‑Silver Bow Land Sales Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period. The committee will discuss and brainstorm land‑sales valuation approaches and steps to resolve differences before forwarding recommendations to the Council of Commissioners.

• Vote to approve minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting
• Public comment on agenda items
• Discussion and brainstorming of land‑sales valuation methods and next steps before Council review

The Land Sales Committee discussed methods for valuing city-owned property, including an online tool and professional appraisal. A motion to use either method was substituted to refer the proposal to the Ad Hoc Committee and legal counsel. The substitute motion was seconded and carried unanimously.

• Approved referring the online tool or professional appraisal proposal to the Ad Hoc Committee for review (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The BSB Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review a parks memorial policy update and a 2026 parks ordinance revision. The board will also receive reports on park maintenance, fitness classes, and the Snoflinga event.

• Parks Memorial Policy Update
• Parks Ordinance Revision 2026
• Parks Maintenance Update
• Snoflinga update
• Fitness Classes update

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Advisory Committee

The ADA Advisory Committee met on December 5, 2025 at the Butte Archives. A quorum was established with two members present and one absent. The committee received updates on the upcoming WT Group public hearing and discussed potential new member nominations. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Butte-Silver Bow Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear four cases on December 4, 2025, including a variance for a fitness center expansion, three special use permit applications for short-term rentals, and a diesel generator installation. One case has been deferred to a later date.

• VARIANCE-25-000011: 1,440 sq ft fitness center addition at 3255 Hecla St with 26 parking spaces instead of required 42
• SPUSE-25-000019: 150 kw diesel generator and equipment shelter at S17, T02 N, R07 W, SW4NE4
• SPUSE-25-000022: Short-term rental permit for 1031 Antimony St in R-2 zone
• SPUSE-25-000023: Short-term rental permit for 3136 Floral Blve in R-1 zone

Civic Center Board

The Civic Center Board will review and vote on several operational items. These include setting concession pricing, confirming completion of the Northeast parking lot, and approving the installation of a new basketball floor. The board will also hear a marketing report and discuss the Red Cross shelter agreement.

• Concession pricing decision
• Confirm completion of Northeast parking lot
• Approve installation of new basketball floor
• Marketing report presentation
• Red Cross shelter agreement

The board discussed items such as a Red Cross shelter agreement, sale of the annex floor, a new basketball floor, a hockey fence, and various upcoming events. The minutes do not show any approvals, denials, votes, or other formal actions taken on these topics. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.

Airport Authority Board

The Airport Authority Board will meet to approve minutes from November 5, 2025, and review presented bills. The board will also discuss an audit and Airport Improvement Programs (AIPs).

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of presented bills
• Discussion of Airport Improvement Programs (AIPs)
• Review of audit

The Airport Authority Board approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The board also approved acceptance of the current bills as presented, again unanimously. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted presented bills (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider approving budget amendments for fire equipment, tree planting, and sewer parts, as well as authorizing the purchase of new water department vehicles and land sales.

• Authorization to purchase new wheel loader and dump truck for Water Department
• Resolution to amend budget for SCBA equipment for Fire Department
• Resolution to amend budget for tree planting in Skyline Park
• Resolution to authorize sole-source purchase of sewer parts
• Public hearing scheduled for ADA transition plan

The council unanimously approved the November 19, 2025 minutes and an emergency suspension of the rules. It authorized the Water Department to acquire a 3‑4 cubic yard wheel loader, a 5‑yard dump truck, and a skip loader. Several budget‑related resolutions, including funding for gas masks, tree planting, and a sole‑source sewer parts purchase, were also passed unanimously. A land purchase request was referred back to the Land Sales Committee for further review.

• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved emergency suspension of the rules (2025-584) (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved consent agenda with listed exceptions (9 yea 0 nay)
• Authorized purchase of 3‑4 yd wheel loader for Water Dept (concur and placed on file)
• Authorized purchase of 5‑yd dump truck for Water Dept (concur and placed on file)
• Authorized purchase of skip loader for Water Dept (concur and placed on file)
• Sent land purchase request (Communication No. 2025-581) back to Land Sales Committee (9 yea 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution 2025-63 amending budget for FEMA SCBA funding (9 yea 0 nay)

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review the transparency and public access of Volunteer Fire Council and Trustee meetings. Members will also discuss goals for the Study Commission and review apparatus maintenance.

• Review of public access and recording of Volunteer Fire Council and Trustee meetings
• Discussion on desired outcomes from the Study Commission for Volunteer Fire Departments
• Apparatus maintenance for Race Track VFD Engine and Rocker VFD Tender
• Review of IT committee meetings regarding Iam Responding or Safe Alert options
• Monthly call volume reporting

The committee approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 and August 5, 2025 meetings with a unanimous vote. No other motions or votes were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion about pager and radio procurement, subscription payments, and communication options for volunteer fire departments.

• Approved June 3, 2025 and August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District board will finalize approvals for a newsletter, a survey, and the Snow Removal ROI. The meeting also includes a budget brainstorming session covering administration, maintenance, marketing, safety, business development, and master plan implementation. Updates on current and pending grant projects will be discussed.

• Newsletter – Final Review and Approval
• Survey – Final Review and Approval
• Snow Removal ROI – Review and Approval
• Budget Brainstorm Session covering administration, maintenance, marketing, safety, business development, and master plan implementation
• Updates on Current and Pending Grant Projects

The board approved the agenda as amended and the previous meeting minutes. A motion to adopt the revised mission statement and values for the Uptown Butte Business Improvement District was passed. The board also approved moving forward with the snow‑removal request for proposals as written.

• Approved agenda (amended)
• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved revised mission and values
• Approved snow‑removal RFP as written

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive updates from various working groups, and consider new business items including the coroner and Superfund Coordinator.

• Approval of November 17, 2025 minutes
• City-County Manager Working Group Update
• Mayor Election or Appointment Working Group Update
• Fire Departments Working Group Update
• Neighborhood Council Working Group Update

The commission approved the November 17 minutes unanimously. It adopted a schedule of bi‑weekly meetings on Dec. 15 and Dec. 29 with agendas limited to public comment and working‑group reports, passing the motion unanimously. Commissioners also agreed to schedule Anaconda officials for fire‑related testimony and formed a working group on potential coroner‑office changes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted bi‑weekly December meetings with limited agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to schedule Anaconda officials for fire‑related testimony
• Created coroner‑governance working group (Ben Thielen, Matt Stepen, Cindy Purdue-Dolan)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism Business Improvement District

The Butte Tourism Business Improvement District will discuss its financial report and upcoming budget. It will review the Digital Winter Campaign, a 2025 special grant application, and the CVB/DMO marketing plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving prior minutes.

• Financial Report & Budget
• Digital Winter Campaign
• 2025 Special Grant Application Review
• CVB/DMO Marketing Plan

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider several communications requesting land purchases, schedule bid openings and public hearings, and adopt resolutions that amend the FY 2025‑2026 budget to fund fire‑department breathing apparatus, tree planting in Skyline Park, and a sole‑source purchase of Sulzer parts for the Metro Sewer Division.

• Approve purchase of Lot 16‑17 for $1,000 to the estate of William Lahood (Communication No. 2025‑437).
• Schedule a bid opening on November 19, 2025, for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements project (Communication No. 2025‑500).
• Amend the budget to allocate FEMA grant funds for purchasing self‑contained breathing apparatus for the fire department (Resolution No. 2025‑63).
• Amend the budget to use DNRC grant funds for purchasing and planting trees in Skyline Park (Resolution No. 2025‑68).
• Authorize a sole‑source purchase of Sulzer parts for the Metro Sewer Division (Resolution No. 2025‑69).

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to review administrative reports and member updates. Discussion items include the ESSA report, a 988 poster color contest, and the Angel initiative. The body also intends to finalize upcoming projects and a new application process.

• Search for a new treasurer
• ESSA report update
• 988 Poster Color contest
• New BSBLAC application
• Angel initiative rollout for Butte Silver-Bow

The Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council approved the minutes from the prior meeting. No other motions were voted on. The council discussed upcoming WRAP trainings, a live podcast idea, and a nomination for a second bank signer, both of which were tabled for future consideration.

• Approved last month’s minutes (passed)
• Erica’s proposal for a live podcast (AWARE) tabled
• Jancee’s nomination of Shawn for a second bank signer tabled

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will conduct bid openings for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System and several Public Works vehicles. The body will also hold public hearings regarding unanticipated revenues for gas masks and DNRC funding.

• Bid openings for Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements and three new Public Works vehicles
• Public hearing on amending the FY 2025-2026 budget for gas mask revenue from Town Pump
• Public hearing on unanticipated revenues from the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
• Award of $5,800 for garage demolition at 1124 Utah Avenue and $3,800 for 1759 Holmes Ave
• Agreement with Montana Opioid Abatement Trust for $32,079.00

The council approved the November 5 minutes (10‑0). It voted to refer four bid openings for water‑system, skip loader, dump truck, and wheel loader projects to the Public Works Department (each 10‑0). It also concurred and placed on file a series of appointments, MOUs and agreements covering the Building Board of Appeals, IT licenses, labor unions, and health‑department projects.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes – vote 10 yea, 0 nay
• Referred Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements bid opening to Public Works – vote 10 yea, 0 nay
• Referred new skip loader bid opening to Public Works – vote 10 yea, 0 nay
• Referred 5‑yard dump truck bid opening to Public Works – vote 10 yea, 0 nay
• Referred 3‑4 cubic‑yard wheel loader bid opening to Public Works – vote 10 yea, 0 nay
• Concurred and placed on file appointment of Cory Dunne to Building Board of Appeals
• Concurred and placed on file multiple MOUs and agreements (IT license, labor unions, health programs)
• Approved $3,800 award for demolition at 1759 Holmes Ave and authorized signature – concur and place on file

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board is meeting to review reports from the Urban Forester and discuss the Tree City recertification due by December 31. The board will also receive updates on Rowe Road planting and Uptown Economic Development activities.

• Tree City recertification due December 31
• Rowe Road planting update
• Uptown Economic Development activities
• MUCFA meeting summary

The board completed roll call, recognized staff and guests, and reviewed the October minutes, financial report, urban forester report, Tree City recertification, economic development updates, MUCFA summary, and Rowe Road planting update. The minutes do not record any approvals, votes, or other formal actions taken. No substantive decisions were documented.

Land Sales Committee

The Land Sales Committee will vote to approve minutes from the August 12 and October 14, 2025 meetings. It will consider a new request (Communication No. 2025‑520) for the Council of Commissioners to authorize purchase of Parcel No. 0001905650 at 807 North Montana Street. The committee will also review a prior request (Communication No. 2025‑249) from Patti and Chris Salmonsen to approve purchase of land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street. Public comment will be allowed on agenda items and any other matters.

• Approve minutes from August 12, 2025 and October 14, 2025 Land Sales Committee meetings
• New request Communication No. 2025‑520 to purchase Parcel No. 0001905650, 807 North Montana Street
• Previous request Communication No. 2025‑249 to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Public comment on agenda items
• Other business (no specific items listed)

The committee voted unanimously to approve the sale of Parcel No. 0001905650 to William F. McGinnis for $5.60 per square foot, requiring him to screen the dumpster and any other storage from neighboring properties. The committee also unanimously approved setting the sale price of $5.60 per square foot for the adjacent property requested by Patti and Chris Salmonsen.

• Approved sale of Parcel 0001905650 to William F. McGinnis at $5.60/SF with screening condition (unanimous)
• Approved sale price of $5.60/SF for the property adjacent to the Salmonsen request (unanimous)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Business Improvement District board will approve the prior meeting minutes and then vote to adopt final mission, vision, and values statements. The meeting also includes updates on the BID’s bank account, newsletter content and schedule, and a brainstorming session on budget categories such as administration, maintenance, marketing, safety, business development, and master‑plan implementation. Grant project statuses and pending applications will be reviewed, and the public will have opportunities for comment.

• Approve or amend previous meeting minutes
• Finalize organizational mission, vision, and values statements
• Bank account update
• Newsletter content, distribution schedule, and feedback review
• Budget brainstorming across six key categories

The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District board approved its mission and vision statements and decided to distribute a simple contact-information survey to property owners via the upcoming newsletter. The board also reviewed the draft newsletter, which will be revised and finalized at the next meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved mission and vision statements (unanimous)
• Approved contact-information survey to be mailed with newsletter (motion carried)
• Reviewed draft newsletter; revisions to include additional grant info
• Bank account established at Clearwater Credit Union with three signatories

Animal Services Board

The Animal Services Board will review updates regarding the animal shelter remodel project and the Animal Services Ordinance. The board will also discuss animal cruelty cases and the status of volunteers and veterinarians.

• Animal Shelter Remodel Project update
• Animal Services Ordinance update
• Animal Services Board Bylaws
• Animal cruelty cases
• Emergency-Declaration-Food Pantry

The Animal Services Board approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Later, the board adjourned the November 18, 2025 meeting, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board discussed shelter intake numbers, a pending remodel, and new veterinary resources, but no additional actions were voted on.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review updates on several ongoing projects, including Resident Owned Communities, ADU and infill housing designs slated for Fall 2026, workforce housing redevelopment of historic properties, and the Butte Aging at Home Program. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Workforce Housing Stabilization Program by the Housing Authority of Butte Development. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on project updates and discussion.

• Resident Owned Communities (ROC) – request for input
• ADU and infill housing designs – planned for Fall 2026
• Workforce housing – redevelopment of large historic properties
• Butte Aging at Home Program – update
• Workforce Housing Stabilization Program – presentation by HAB Development

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will approve the minutes from its November 10 meeting and receive updates from the City‑County Manager, Mayor Election, and Fire Departments working groups. Public comment will be accepted on agenda items and on any other commission matters. The meeting will also note upcoming dates, including the next PartyLine session and the December 1 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting
• Public comment on agenda items
• Update from the City‑County Manager Working Group
• Mayor Election or Appointment / Number of Commissioners Working Group update
• Fire Departments Working Group update

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting and then adjourned the session. It voted to form a volunteer working group—Chad Silk, Dan Dennehy, and Mary McCormick—to examine how neighborhood councils could be implemented under the charter. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of November 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Formed neighborhood council working group (volunteers Chad Silk, Dan Dennehy, Mary McCormick)

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will discuss several project updates. Items include the BSB Safe Streets for All planning grant and multiple MDT projects such as the Homestake Pass Parking Area, surface transportation program structure repairs, Pipestone Pass erosion repair, bridge deck repairs, and the I-15 fence repair at Melrose. The committee will also hear Montana Tech campus master plan updates. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Safe Streets for All planning grant (BSB)
• Homestake Pass Parking Area (MDT)
• Butte-area Surface Transportation Program structure repairs (MDT)
• Pipestone Pass erosion repair (MDT)
• I-15 fence repair at Melrose (MDT)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hear presentations regarding a potential data center in Butte and responses to an RFP for the purchase of 305 W. Mercury. The body will also consider several requests from residents to purchase city-county owned land.

• Request to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Request to purchase property on Parcel No. 0001905650
• Proposed ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of medical and recreational marijuana
• Bid openings for a skip loader and a 5-year single axel dump truck
• Public hearing requests for Fire Department and Law Enforcement budget amendments

Board of Health

The Board of Health is deciding on several contracts and grant agreements with state agencies and private partners. These items cover WIC services, opioid abatement, mental health outreach, and pandemic response. The board will also receive updates on staffing, programs, and the budget.

• Contract for General WIC and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor services totaling $162,918.00
• Grant agreement from Montana Opioid Abatement Trust for $32,079.00
• Agreement with Intermountain Health for $50,000.00 for mental well-being and health assessments
• Task Order for influenza A/H5N1 and respiratory disease response not to exceed $10,000
• Contract with Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services for licensed establishment inspections

Parks & Recreation Board

The Butte Parks & Recreation Board will approve meeting minutes and hear public comments limited to three minutes per citizen. The board will receive a Director’s Report, a Parks Annual Report, and annual reports for the Highland View Golf Course and Ridge Waters Water Park. No policy changes, contracts, or other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2025 Parks Annual Report
• 2025 Highland View Golf Course Annual Report
• 2025 Ridge Waters Water Park Annual Report
• Director’s Report – Shawn Fredrickson
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per citizen)

The board voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. The board then adjourned the session at 12:16 PM.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion approved)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion approved)

Archives Board

The Butte‑Silver Bow Public Archives Board will approve the October 2025 minutes and hear the Director’s Report. In New Business, the board will consider deaccessioning a list of items from the collection, including Junior League Programs, Bargaining Agreements, a wooden sign, church ephemera, and Montana magazines. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Deaccession of 2016.140 – Junior League Programs
• Deaccession of 2025.190 – Bargaining Agreements
• Deaccession of 2025.216 – Wooden Sign
• Deaccession of 2025.221 – Church Ephemera
• Deaccession of 2025.223 – Montana Magazines

The board approved the October 2025 minutes unanimously. A motion to deaccession nine specific collection items was seconded and passed with all members in favor. The Director reported upcoming holiday decorations exhibit and a future "Romance of Butte" exhibit. An oral‑history session is scheduled for next week.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Deaccessioned nine listed collection items (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Study Commission is meeting to receive updates from working groups regarding the City-County Manager and the Mayor's election or appointment. The body will also discuss the Fire Department and a draft public involvement report.

• City-County Manager Working Group update
• Mayor Election or Appointment / Number of Commissioners Working Group update
• Discussion on the Fire Department
• Review of draft public involvement report

The commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also authorized a three‑member working group (Ms. Perdue‑Dolan, Mr. Thielen, Mr. Steppen) to research and recommend changes to fire department charter language, with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of November 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized fire charter working group (Perdue‑Dolan, Thielen, Steppen) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Airport Authority Board

The Airport Authority Board will meet to approve minutes from the October 1 meeting and review bills. The agenda includes discussions on AIPs and a meeting with the FAA.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills
• Discussion of AIPs
• FAA Meeting

The Airport Authority Board approved the July 3, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the bills covering July 3 to September 3, 2025, both by unanimous vote. The board also unanimously reappointed Jim Beauchamp as Chairman and Hattie Thatcher as Vice Chairwoman.

• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted bills July 3–Sept 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jim Beauchamp as Chairman (unanimous)
• Reappointed Hattie Thatcher as Vice Chairwoman (unanimous)

Airport Authority Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the October 1 meeting and review bills. The agenda includes discussions on Airport Improvement Projects (AIPs) and an FAA meeting.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of presented bills
• Discussion of Airport Improvement Projects (AIPs)
• FAA Meeting

The board approved the minutes from July 3, 2025 and accepted the bills covering July 3‑Sept 3, 2025. It also reappointed Jim Beauchamp as Board Chairman and Hattie Thatcher as Vice Chairwoman. All three actions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted bills from July 3‑Sept 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jim Beauchamp as Chairman (unanimous)
• Reappointed Hattie Thatcher as Vice Chairwoman (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will vote on Resolution 2025-64 to transfer two parcels in the Montana Connections Subdivision to Riley Global Solutions, LLC. It will also adopt Resolution 2025-63 to use FEMA assistance for purchasing self‑contained breathing apparatus for the fire department. Additional actions include authorizing a $900‑per‑month lease of the transfer station to Jefferson Lines and approving a 500‑foot electrical extension for the Animal Shelter. Several bid openings and public hearings are being rescheduled to November 19, 2025.

• Resolution 2025-64: transfer of Lot 1 and Lot 3, Montana Connections Subdivision, to Riley Global Solutions, LLC
• Resolution 2025-63: allocate FEMA grant funds for SCBA purchase for the BSB Fire Department
• Lease agreement with Jefferson Lines for the transfer station at $900.00 per month
• Agreement with Northwestern Energy for a 500‑foot electrical primary extension for the Animal Shelter
• Rescheduling of the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements bid opening to November 19, 2025

The council unanimously approved the October 15 meeting minutes, the suspension of rules to add Resolution 2025-67, and the consent agenda. It also concurred and placed on file several agreements, including a DUI court services contract, a development agreement with TFP Enterprises, and an amendment to a purchase‑sale agreement. Additional approvals included an occupational medicine services agreement and a donation of a floor scrubber to the Maroon Activity Center.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (11 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Resolution No. 2025-67 (11 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved consent agenda with listed exceptions (11 yea, 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file DUI Court services agreement with CCCS Inc. (11 yea, 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file Development Agreement with TFP Enterprises (10 yea, 1 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement with Krew Companies (9 yea, 2 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file Occupational Medicine Services Agreement with SCL Health
• Concurred and placed on file donation of ride‑on floor scrubber to Maroon Activity Center

Civic Center Board

The Butte Civic Center Board will vote on final decisions for a new basketball floor and a Red Cross shelter agreement. The agenda also includes updates on the Northeast parking lot paving and the sale of the Annex Floor.

• Approval of October 2, 2025 Minutes
• New Basketball Floor final decisions and installation schedule
• Red Cross Shelter Agreement
• Sale of Annex Floor
• Northeast parking lot paved

The Civic Center Board formally approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. Other agenda items such as the Pow‑Wow request, basketball floor updates, and upcoming events were discussed, but no further actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will consider approving the minutes from its September 2, 2025 meeting. It will also hear brief public comments, receive federal and state management updates, review a progress report, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 minutes
• Public comments (limited to 5 minutes)
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report
• Scheduling of next meeting date

The Weed Control Board approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the Tractor Supply Subdivision Weed Management Plan. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (motion by Frank Butori, seconded by Greg Ebner)
• Approved Tractor Supply Subdivision Weed Management Plan (motion by Frank Butori, seconded by Scott Haeffner)

Fair Board

The Butte‑Silver Bow County Fair Board will review updates from 4‑H, a treasurer report, and the 2026 county fair plan including dates, venue, events, sponsors and volunteers. The board will also consider creating formal bylaws and drafting a memorandum of understanding with 4‑H. Public comment will be taken on these items before adjourning.

• Review of the 2026 BSB County Fair plan (dates, venue, events, sponsorships, volunteers)
• Treasurer report covering account balance, outstanding invoices, credits, and budget review
• Creation of BSB Fair Board bylaws (objective, core values, start date, deadline)
• Drafting of a BSB Fair Board & 4‑H memorandum of understanding (objective, core values, start date, deadline)
• Discussion of sponsorship and donation cover letter and level sheet

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District board meeting on November 4, 2025 includes a workshop led by Julia Crane. The board will discuss and vote on planning for upcoming meetings, outreach and survey activities, and the district's annual budget.

• Workshop led by Julia Crane
• Vote on planning for the next few meetings
• Discussion of outreach and survey
• Review and approval of the annual budget

The board unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. The BID by‑laws were reviewed and finalized, with the final document to be sent to the County Attorney. Officers were elected by unanimous consent: Shanna Adams as Chairperson, Jeff Riggs as Vice Chair, Cassie Wick as Secretary, and Matt Stajcar as Treasurer.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Finalized BID by‑laws (forwarded to County Attorney)
• Elected officers (unanimous consent)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will consider several governance matters. Items include possible changes to Shanna Adams’s contract, how the mayor is selected, and whether to reduce the number of city‑county commissioners, including questions about pay, full‑time status, and districting. The commission will also review the minutes from the October 27 meeting and provide updates from working groups.

• Discuss contract changes for Shanna Adams
• Mayor election method: at‑large or appointed by commissioners
• Deliberations regarding City County Commissioners
• Reduction of number of commissioners
• Consideration of commissioner compensation and districting (full‑time/part‑time, at‑large)

The commission approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Shaw, seconded by Thielen, and passed unanimously. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Urban Revitalization Board

The Urban Revitalization Board will approve meeting minutes and review the financial and director's reports. It will discuss a grant request for the 28 E. Galena property, which has eligible costs of $531,000, with staff recommending funding up to $150,000. The board will also consider amending the service contract with Streetscape Solutions. Public comment and other items will follow before adjournment.

• Grant request for 28 E. Galena – eligible costs $531,000; staff recommends up to $150,000
• Amendment of service contract with Streetscape Solutions

The URA Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the financial reports. It also unanimously approved three grant requests: $5,863.75 for 739 S. Main interior renovation, $1,000 for signage at 53 E. Park Ste. B, and $23,099.92 for fire alarm improvements at 321 W. Galena. All motions passed without dissent.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial takebacks as presented (unanimous)
• Approved financial information as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $5,863.75 grant for 739 S. Main interior renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 grant for signage at 53 E. Park Ste. B (unanimous)
• Approved $23,099.92 grant for fire alarm improvements at 321 W. Galena (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 a.m. (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hold an interim report workshop session. The body will also deliberate the differences between a City Manager and a Chief Executive.

• Interim report workshop session
• Deliberations regarding City Manager vs Chief Executive
• Op-Ed update

The commission voted to approve the October 27, 2025 minutes with a unanimous motion. Members discussed a proposed schedule of future deliberations and the use of subcommittees to draft language for the interim report, concluding that the schedule is effective and subcommittees will operate without a formal vote.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted proposed schedule of future deliberations (consensus, no formal vote)
• Agreed to use subcommittees for drafting report language (advisory, no formal vote)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three active applications for special use permits and variances. The board is reviewing requests for short-term rentals, an event venue, and a sign size increase.

• SPUSE-25-000018: Special Use Permit for short-term rentals at 608/610 W Galena St
• SPUSE-25-000016: Special Use Permit for an indoor and outdoor event venue at 304 E Broadway Street
• VARIANCE-25-000010: Request to increase a wall sign from 47 to 83.5 square feet in the C-M zone
• VARIANCE-25-000009: Application for a patio at 402 E Broadway Street was withdrawn

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review hazard incident reports, the BSB Hazard Mitigation Plan update, grant and training information, and confirm the Butte Civic Center as an ARC shelter. The meeting will also discuss emergency communications upgrades, public health updates, and other emergency preparedness topics.

• Butte Civic Center approved as ARC shelter
• Alternative 911 Center upgrade at EOC underway
• BSB Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• THIRA / SPR report
• Grant updates

The committee unanimously approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the American Red Cross that designates the Butte Civic Center as an official emergency shelter. Additionally, the LEPC authorized the provision of OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 safety training to BSB employees and scheduled a Hazard Mitigation Plan workshop for November 12 at the Emergency Operations Center.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Red Cross–BSB MOU authorizing Butte Civic Center as emergency shelter
• Authorized OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 safety training for BSB employees
• Scheduled Western Region Hazard Mitigation Plan update workshop for Nov 12 at EOC
• Planned functional Chlorine Exposure exercise at EOC next month
• Set completion target for Alternate 911 Center project in December

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider several items, including scheduling a bid opening for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements project and a presentation on the Blacktail Creek and Montana Pole Superfund sites. Commissioners will also review multiple land purchase requests and a public hearing to amend the FY 2025‑2026 Fire Department budget. The agenda includes a proposal for the County Attorney to draft a marijuana regulation ordinance and a resolution to transfer a parcel of real property to Riley Global Solutions, LLC.

• Bid opening request for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements project (Oct. 22, 2025)
• Presentation request on updates for the Blacktail Creek Project and Montana Pole Superfund site (Oct. 22, 2025)
• Land purchase request for a parcel adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Public hearing request to amend the FY 2025‑2026 Fire Department budget (Nov. 5, 2025)
• Resolution No. 2025‑64 authorizing transfer of a city parcel to Riley Global Solutions, LLC

Urban Forest Board

The board will review the upcoming Tree City recertification that begins September 9. It will hear updates on Uptown Economic Development activities and a summary of the MUCFA meeting. The board will consider planting plans for Rowe Road and discuss whether to replace Charlie’s Basswood tree. Additional public comments will be taken.

• Tree City recertification opens September 9
• Uptown Economic Development activities
• MUCFA meeting summary
• Rowe Road planting planning
• Consideration of Charlie’s Basswood replacement

The board approved the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The MUCFA meeting summary was placed on the table for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled MUCFA meeting summary
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will review updates from 4‑H, the treasurer's financial report, and the planning details for the 2026 Butte‑Silver Bow County Fair. The board will also discuss sponsorship and donation reports and identify primary contacts for events, marketing, vendors, and the rodeo arena. New business includes drafting Fair Board bylaws and a memorandum of understanding with 4‑H.

• Review of the 2026 Butte‑Silver Bow County Fair plan (dates, venue, events, sponsorships, volunteers)
• Treasurer report covering account balance, outstanding invoices, credits, and budget review
• Discussion of sponsorship and donation cover letter, level sheet, and progress report
• Creation of new Fair Board bylaws (objective, core values, mission, start date, deadline)
• Consideration of a Fair Board and 4‑H memorandum of understanding (objective, partnership values, start date, deadline)

The board reviewed the 2026 county fair plan, including possible date changes to July 31‑August 2 and a potential venue move to the Rodeo Grounds, but no motion or vote was taken. They noted that fair board bylaws will be drafted at the next meeting on November 4, 2025. No formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District board will meet on Oct 21, 2025 to review several initiatives. Items include a review of member businesses, a Sarat application, and discussion of wayfinding signage, landscaping improvements, and pedestrian lighting. The meeting also includes a Q&A session and any other items the board wishes to raise.

• Review of member businesses
• Sarat application
• Discussion of wayfinding signage
• Landscaping improvements
• Pedestrian lighting

The BID board reported that the entity has been created and registered with the state, discussed mission, vision, and values planning, reviewed bylaws with minor changes, and assigned Cassie to compile a business directory. The board also decided to create an annual survey and prepare a SARTA application. The next meeting was set for November 4 at 3 p.m.

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will consider changing its project timeline and the due date for its preliminary report. It will also discuss auditing procedures for the county and a forensic audit. Additional agenda items include updates on the Anaconda fire, MACO, a possible public hearing, and a public presentation.

• Discussion on changing current timeline and preliminary report due date
• Discussion of Auditing Procedures in BSB
• Forensic Audit Discussion
• Public Hearing (if one is being held)
• Public Presentation

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Mr. Stepan, seconded by Ms. Dolan, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during this session.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider a series of consent agenda items, including renaming the Butte Readiness Center, authorizing a public hearing on a fire‑department budget amendment, and approving contract and equipment agreements. The council will also accept a $545,454.54 AFG grant for fire‑department equipment, which requires a 10% local match. Additional items involve contract amendments for solid‑waste collection and the purchase of an asset‑management software module.

• Rename Butte Readiness Center to the Don Peoples Sr. Complex (Communication 2025-484)
• Accept AFG grant award of $545,454.54 for fire‑department equipment (Communication 2025-495)
• Schedule public hearing (Nov 5, 2025) to amend FY 2025‑2026 Fire Department budget (Communication 2025-494)
• Amend McGree Trucking Contract #2025‑360 for residential solid‑waste collection (Communication 2025‑491)
• Authorize purchase of CivicPlus Asset Management Module for equipment tracking (Communication 2025‑502)

The council approved the October 1 meeting minutes and renamed the Butte Readiness Center to the Don Peoples Sr. Complex. It accepted an AFG grant of $545,454.54 that requires a 10% local match. Several public‑hearing items were scheduled, including a fire‑budget amendment and a bid opening for water‑system improvements. A request to repurchase the Greeley School site was noted with a 7‑2 vote.

• Approved October 1 minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved renaming to Don Peoples Sr. Complex (9 yea 0 nay)
• Accepted AFG grant $545,454.54 with 10% match (9 yea 0 nay)
• Held fire‑budget amendment hearing pending (9 yea 0 nay)
• Noted and placed on file Greeley School repurchase request (7 yea 2 nay)
• Rescheduled bid opening for Silver Lake water system improvements to Nov 5 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Scheduled public hearing for sole‑sourcing Sulzer parts (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved $83,000 addition to PREP health task order (9 yea 0 nay)

Archives Board

The Butte‑Silver Bow Public Archives Board will approve the September 2025 meeting minutes and hear the Director’s Report on recent programs and facility updates. In New Business, the board will discuss deaccessioning the Rolfe Family Bible (2025.191) and a Police Alarm Box (2022.022). The meeting also notes the postponement of the Friends’ garage sale until spring.

• Approval of September 2025 minutes
• Director’s Report covering recent events and building status
• Deaccession of Rolfe Family Bible (2025.191)
• Deaccession of Police Alarm Box (2022.022)
• Friends group postpones garage sale until spring

The board approved the corrected meeting minutes unanimously. The board also approved a motion to deaccession two items from the collection—the 2025.191 Rolfe Family Bible and the 2022.022 Police Alarm Box—by unanimous vote.

• Approved corrected minutes (unanimous)
• Deaccessioned 2025.191 Rolfe Family Bible (unanimous)
• Deaccessioned 2022.022 Police Alarm Box (unanimous)

Harrison Avenue South - Urban Revitalization District Board

The Harrison Avenue South Urban Revitalization District Board will meet to review a grant request for a commercial retail project. The board will consider a development agreement for property improvements and construction.

• Grant request for 4500 Harrison Ave. – TFP Enterprises (Monteriors)/Jon Moullet
• Total project costs: $3.5 million
• Total reimbursement request: $300,000
• Proposed reimbursement terms: $37,500 annually for a maximum of 8 years

The URD Board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. They accepted the financial report as presented, also unanimously. The board approved an award of up to $95,000 toward the reconstruction of Howard Avenue, again unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved Howard Avenue reconstruction award up to $95,000 (unanimous)

Land Sales Committee

The Butte‑Silver Bow Land Sales Committee will consider several land purchase and sale requests. The committee will vote to approve minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. New requests include selling Lot 16‑17 to the estate of William LaHood for $1,000, purchasing land at the southeast corner of Maryland and Second for yard space, and buying a portion of Tax Parcel No. 0001892400 pending a survey. The committee will also revisit prior requests such as the potential sale of 712 N. Wyoming Street and a purchase adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street.

• Approve sale of Lot 16‑17 to William LaHood estate for $1,000
• Consider purchase of land at southeast corner of Maryland and Second
• Consider purchase of portion of Tax Parcel No. 0001892400 pending survey
• Discuss potential sale of 712 N. Wyoming Street (Assessor Code 0000864300)
• Discuss purchase of land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street

The committee unanimously approved an exchange of lot 17 for lot 15, adding a requirement for a new survey to identify any encroachment, with survey and filing costs to be borne by the parties. It also approved selling a southeast‑corner parcel at Maryland and Second Avenue for its assessed value of $1,329, with an option to donate the land back to the requestors. The committee denied Steve Maloney’s request to purchase a portion of Tax Parcel No. 0001892400. Additionally, it approved moving forward with a survey and developer‑packet process for 712 N. Wyoming Street, including an expedited subdivision and public viewing, and placed the request for 17 Tullamore Street on hold until a price is determined.

• Approved exchange of lot 17 for lot 15 with survey amendment (unanimous)
• Approved sale of southeast‑corner parcel (Maryland & Second) for $1,329 assessed value (unanimous)
• Denied Steve Maloney’s request to purchase portion of Tax Parcel 0001892400 (unanimous)
• Approved survey and developer‑packet process for 712 N. Wyoming Street, with expedited subdivision and public viewing (unanimous)
• Placed request for 17 Tullamore Street on abeyance pending price determination (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Board will discuss a request to lease part of Skyline Park for a dog washing station and a proposal for a cultural park south of the Mt. Con engine room. The meeting also includes reports on urban forestry, recreation events, and Highland View.

• Janay Karnath request to lease a portion of Skyline Park for a dog washing station
• Butte Historical Society request for land south of the Mt. Con engine room for an ethnic and cultural park
• Skyline Park tree grant report
• Pickleball and Volleyball updates
• Highland View season recap

The Parks & Recreation Board approved a lease for Muddy Paws to operate a self‑service dog wash hut in Skyline Park. A proposal for an ethnic‑group memorial park was postponed until the board’s new memorial policy is finalized. The meeting minutes were approved and the board adjourned.

• Approved lease for Muddy Paws Dog Wash hut in Skyline Park (motion approved)
• Postponed memorial park proposal until memorial policy is in place (motion approved)
• Approved meeting minutes as amended (motion approved)
• Approved adjournment (motion approved)

Greenway Authority Board

The Greenway Management Board will approve the minutes from the July meeting and address any items not on the agenda. It will receive updates on the Durant Canyon project involving BAP (Patriot) and BNSF Railroad, and on the ICMM. The board will consider a request to authorize the DOJ‑NRD contract for execution by county representatives. Additional topics include discussion of the Craddock easement and scheduling the next meeting for November 13, 2025.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) & BNSF Railroad update
• DOJ‑NRD contract – request for authorization for execution by county reps
• Craddock easement discussion
• ICMM update

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will review several public requests, including land purchase approvals, scheduling of presentations and a bid opening, and a request for the County Attorney to draft a new ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sales. The meeting also includes routine reports from finance, public works, and other committees.

• Thomas Konicki requests purchase of Lot 16‑17 from the city for $1,000 to the estate of William Lahood (Communication No. 2025‑437).
• Mark Neary (Public Works Director) requests a bid opening on Oct. 22 for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements Project (Communication No. 2025‑471).
• Amy Steinmetz (DEQ) requests a presentation on Oct. 22 for updates on the Blacktail Creek Project and the Montana Pole Superfund site (Communication No. 2025‑472).
• Kehli Hazlett (TBID Executive Secretary) requests authorization to schedule a presentation on Sep. 24 and a public hearing on Oct. 1 for the TBID workplan and budget (Communication No. 2025‑466).
• Matt Enrooth (County Attorney) requests authorization for the office to draft a new ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of medical and recreational marijuana (Communication No. 2025‑310).

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider authorizing several funding agreements, including a $250,000 contract with the Missoula AIDS Fund to support an NIH community‑led research project, an $83,000 amendment to the Personal Responsibility Education Program, and smaller contracts for harm‑reduction surveys and tobacco and asthma programs. The meeting will also include updates on staffing, program highlights, budget, the state childhood lead poisoning prevention program, and the upcoming SARTA grant cycle. Public comment periods are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Authorize $250,000 contract with Missoula AIDS Fund Inc dba Open Aid Alliance (effective 09/22/2025‑09/21/2026) to support NIH Community‑led Research Project goals.
• Approve $83,000 amendment to the PREP task order, raising the total to $249,000 for youth abstinence, contraception, and life‑skill education (Oct 1 2023‑Sept 30 2026).
• Add $1,500 to the Independent Contractor Agreement with Montana Public Health Institute for harm‑reduction overdose surveys (May 1‑Nov 30 2025).
• Approve up to $34,775 cooperative agreement with Madison County Health Department for Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program services (through Dec 31 2025).
• Approve up to $67,435 cooperative agreement with Anaconda‑Deer Lodge Health Department for Montana Asthma Control and Tobacco Use Prevention services (through Dec 31 2025).

Business Improvement District (BID)

The BID Board will review an assessment update, discuss mission, vision, and values, and consider updates to its bylaws. It will also evaluate a request for proposals for snow removal and discuss ideas for a SARTA application. Finally, the board will consider the district’s 2026 budget.

• Assessment Update
• Mission, Vision, Values Discussion
• Bylaws Update
• RFP for snow removal
• 2026 Budget

The Uptown Business Improvement District board reviewed an assessment update, mission/vision values, bylaw revisions, a directory, an ORE grant map, a snow‑removal RFP, ideas for a SARTA application, and the 2026 budget. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled, and no vote tallies were recorded.

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will approve minutes from its September meetings, receive updates on GIS fire‑district mapping and the commission’s OneDrive file, and discuss the formation of neighborhood and community councils. It will also consider what additional research is needed and set a calendar for drafting ballot language and charter revisions. A public hearing may be held if scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting and the September 29, 2025 public hearing
• GIS progress update on fire‑district mapping
• Discussion of Neighborhood Councils and Community Councils
• Discussion of additional research needed
• Scheduling calendar for ballot language and charter revisions

The Study Commission voted to approve the minutes from the September 22 and September 29, 2025 meetings. The motion was made by Dan Dennehy, seconded by Chad Silk, and passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved September 22 and September 29 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civic Center Board

The Board of Directors will make final decisions on the new basketball floor and its installation schedule. Members will also discuss a Red Cross shelter agreement and the sale of the annex floor.

• Red Cross Shelter Agreement
• Final decisions and installation schedule for new basketball floor
• Sale of Annex Floor
• Meeting with MHSA
• Marketing Report

The board approved the June 5th Board minutes as presented. It also approved hosting Town Pump’s company luncheon on December 24 at no charge. Finally, the board decided to keep the BAHA ice‑plant equipment in the Civic Center for possible future use.

• Approved June 5th Board minutes (motion passed)
• Approved hosting Town Pump company luncheon on Dec 24 at no charge (motion passed)
• Approved retaining BAHA ice‑plant equipment in the Civic Center for possible future use (motion passed)

Airport Authority Board

The Butte Airport Authority Board will vote to approve the minutes from its September 3, 2025 meeting. It will also consider and approve any bills presented at the meeting. Additional discussion items include an Airline Rendezvous presentation by Greg Atkins and a review of the CIP.

• Approve minutes of September 3, 2025 regular board meeting
• Approve bills as presented
• Airline Rendezvous presentation by Greg Atkins
• Review of the CIP (Capital Improvement Plan)
• Other business items

Council of Commissioners

The Council will vote on four emergency resolutions that levy special assessments for lighting, estimate fire‑hydrant rental costs, modify the solid‑waste special district boundary, and set an assessment for the tourism business improvement district for FY 2026. It will also adopt a resolution to seek National Park Service assistance to replace playground equipment at Clark Park and amend the advisory committee for the Americans with Disabilities Act. Several routine authorizations, such as accepting a $70,333.20 junk‑vehicle grant and signing various inter‑agency agreements, will be concurred and placed on file.

• Resolution No. 2025‑59: levy special assessments to fund lighting in special improvement districts for FY 2026
• Resolution No. 2025‑60: estimate costs for fire‑hydrant rental in Special Improvement Districts 401 and 402 for FY 2026
• Resolution No. 2025‑61: alter the boundaries of the Solid Waste Special District to include Homestead Meadows II subdivision
• Resolution No. 2025‑62: establish FY 2026 assessment for Special Tourism Business Improvement District 1
• Resolution No. 2025‑58: authorize application for National Park Service land and water conservation funds to replace playground equipment at Clark Park

The council approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized several communications and grants. It placed on file the appointment of Barbara Kornet to the Public Arts Committee and a $70,333.20 junk‑vehicle grant. The body also passed a series of resolutions, including a special‑assessment levy for lighting and a tourism district assessment, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved Communication No. 2025-466 to schedule TBID presentation (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file appointment of Barbara Kornet to Public Arts Committee
• Concurred and placed on file FY2026 Junk Motor Vehicle Graveyard Grant $70,333.20 (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution No. 2025-58 authorizing application for National Park Service conservation assistance for Clark Park playground (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Suspended rules to fast‑track Resolutions 2025-59 through 2025-62 (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution No. 2025-59 levying special assessments for lighting in special improvement districts (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution No. 2025-62 establishing assessment for Special Tourism Business Improvement District (10 yea, 0 nay)

Planning Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Planning Board scheduled a meeting for September 30, 2025, but the agenda is marked CANCELLED. The agenda lists a Zoning Ordinance update (GENAMD-25-000001) where the board would consider public comments on an application to repeal and replace Title 17 of the municipal code. No other substantive items are listed.

• Zoning Ordinance update (GENAMD-25-000001): consider public comments on proposal to repeal and replace Title 17 of the municipal code

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission will hold a public hearing. The commission will also make announcements, including the date and time of its next bi‑weekly meeting. No specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Hearing (topic not specified in agenda)
• Announcements – bi‑weekly meeting scheduled for Oct 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
• Staff Report

The Study Commission held a public hearing on September 29, 2025. Members discussed neighborhood councils, fire‑service charter changes, and the number of commissioners, but no votes or formal actions were recorded. The meeting consisted of procedural items and public comments only.

Butte-Silver Bow Metro Region Local Opioid Settlement Committee

The Butte‑Silver Bow Metro Region Local Opioid Settlement Committee will review applications submitted by the September 8 2025 deadline, decide if any require in‑person discussions and set a date for the next Notice of Funding Opportunity. The meeting also includes a presentation on peer‑support response and routine administrative items such as approving minutes from the May 28 2025 meeting.

• Review applications received by September 8 2025 deadline
• Determine need for in‑person discussions with applicants and schedule them
• Set date for the next Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
• Presentation on peer‑support response by Bill Deavel
• Approve minutes from the May 28 2025 meeting

BSB Metro Region - Local Opioid Settlement Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow Metro Region Local Opioid Settlement Committee will review applications submitted by September 8, 2025, and determine if in-person discussions are needed. The meeting will also cover peer support presentations and the next Notice of Funding Opportunity date.

• Review applications submitted by September 8, 2025
• Peer Support Response presentation by Bill Deavel
• Determine if in-person applicant discussions are required
• Set date for next Notice of Funding Opportunity
• Next meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will approve the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive a presentation on Northwestern Energy’s wildfire mitigation and public safety power shutoff strategy. The committee will also receive updates on hazmat incidents, emergency alerts, the MDT interactive map tool, grant status, training opportunities, an alternative 911 center upgrade, public health and sheltering surveys, and other business.

• Presentation – Northwestern Energy’s Wildfire Mitigation and PSPS Strategy
• Alternative 911 Center upgrade at the Emergency Operations Center
• On‑Site Sheltering Survey completed by ARC for the Butte Civic Center
• MDT Interactive Map Gallery – resource tool (online)
• Grant updates from National Weather Service

The committee unanimously approved the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes. The updated Distribution Management Plan was approved with noted changes. The Homeland Security grant application for physical security at the Basin Creek Water Treatment Plant was not successful. No other decisions were made.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes unanimously
• Approved Distribution Management Plan update with changes
• Denied Homeland Security grant for Basin Creek water plant

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners meeting on September 24, 2025 includes presentations, land purchase requests, and several Judiciary Committee actions. Commissioners will consider Ordinance No. 2025-03 to amend the municipal code’s advisory committee for the Americans with Disabilities Act. They will also vote on Resolution No. 2025-58 to apply for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance to replace playground equipment at Clark Park, and review multiple land purchase communications and a TBID workplan hearing.

• Ordinance No. 2025-03 amending Chapter 2.62 of the municipal code for the ADA advisory committee
• Resolution No. 2025-58 authorizing an application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance for Clark Park playground equipment replacement
• Communication No. 2025-437 request to purchase Lot 16‑17 for $1,000 to the estate of William Lahood
• Communication No. 2025-249 request to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Communication No. 2025-466 request to schedule a TBID workplan and budget presentation and a public hearing on October 1, 2025

Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority

The Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority will consider a request from Shanna Adams of the Uptown Butte Business Improvement District to move $9,700 from the Lizzie Block Placemaking Project to fund pedestrian wayfinding signs and trash receptacles. The board will also approve the FY2026 SARTA Grant Program schedule and grant application. Public comment and other business items are also on the agenda.

• Reallocation of $9,700 Lizzie Block Placemaking Project funds to Uptown Butte BID for pedestrian wayfinding and trash receptacles
• Approval of FY2026 SARTA Grant Program schedule and grant application

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Study Commission is meeting to review public outreach efforts, including open houses in Tech and Ramsay. The body will also discuss the calendar and project planning for its preliminary report.

• Review of open houses in Tech and Ramsay
• Update on Op-Ed
• Planning for the preliminary report
• Announcement of a public hearing on September 29, 2025

The Study Commission met on September 22, 2025 with six members present and three absent. Members and County Attorney Matt Enrooth discussed various charter issues, including tie‑breaking procedures, the role of the Director of Fire Services, and the authority of community advisory councils. No motions were adopted, no votes were taken, and no actions were approved or denied.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will convene to review old business, including the replacement of board members and a budget review. The agenda also includes a contract review and a report on a meeting with Headwaters regarding non-profit status.

• Replacement of Board Members
• Budget Review
• Contract Review
• Report on meeting with Headwaters regarding non-profit status
• Grant Status report

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on five applications. Four applications request Special Use Permits to operate short‑term rentals in R‑2 or R‑1 zones at 1166 Evans Ave, 1925 Sampson St, 517 S Clark St, and 2951 Bayard St. Two variance requests seek a single‑family home on a commercially zoned lot in the C‑2 district and a multi‑family development at 480 E. Park Street. The board will consider each request and any related appeals or reports.

• Special Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 1166 Evans Ave (R‑2 zone)
• Special Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 1925 Sampson St (R‑2 zone)
• Special Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 517 S Clark St (R‑2 zone)
• Special Use Permit to broaden rental requirements at 2951 Bayard St (R‑1 zone)
• Variance for a multi‑family development at 480 E. Park Street

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Uptown Business Improvement District Board will review several internal matters. Topics include an update on member assessments, a discussion of the district’s mission, vision and values, and revisions to its bylaws. The board will also consider the hierarchy and ideas for a hand‑drawn map, evaluate map concepts, and discuss a request for proposals for snow removal services and ideas for a SARTA application.

• Assessment Update
• Mission, Vision, Values Discussion
• By Laws Update
• RFP for snow removal
• Ideas for SARTA application

The board decided not to assess parking lots at this time and will correct the error on the resolution before any assessment. BT Livermore was hired as a subconsultant under the ORE grant for the hand‑drawn map, with a kickoff meeting held on September 18. Jeff Riggs agreed to draft a request for proposals for snow removal. Ideas for a SARTA application will be presented at the next meeting, and the bylaws will be reviewed and approved then.

• Postponed parking lot assessments until resolution error is corrected
• Will correct error on the resolution before any parking lot assessment
• Hired BT Livermore as subconsultant for hand‑drawn map (ORE grant)
• Jeff Riggs to draft RFP for snow removal
• SARTA ideas to be presented at next meeting
• Mission, Vision, Values to be reviewed by the group
• By‑laws to be reviewed and approved at next meeting

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The Butte Silver Bow Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council will approve the prior meeting minutes and hear a treasurer report. Members will receive updates on the ESSA report, a poster contest, wellness fair protocols, learning days, WRAP class, and the council website. New business includes discussion of future projects and the rollout of the Angel Initiative for Butte Silver Bow. Guest speakers from NAMI will present.

• Approve last month’s meeting minutes
• Treasurer report presented by Bill
• Guest presentation by NAMI (Erica)
• ESSA report presented by Kathy
• Discussion of Angel Initiative rollout for Butte Silver Bow

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider a range of consent‑agenda items, including several construction agreements and appointments to local boards. It will also act on a resolution to seek National Park Service funding for replacing playground equipment at Clark Park, an ordinance amending the ADA advisory committee provisions, and a resolution to adjust the Solid Waste Special District boundaries. Additional presentations on the public library annual report and the tourism BID workplan are scheduled.

• Resolution No. 2025-58: authorize application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance from the National Park Service for replacement of playground equipment at Clark Park.
• Ordinance No. 2025-03: amend Chapter 2.62 of the municipal code concerning the Advisory Committee for the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Resolution No. 2025-31: intent to alter the boundaries of the Solid Waste Special District to include the Homestead Meadows II Subdivision.
• Construction agreements authorizing the Chief Executive to sign agreements for the Residential Metal Abatement Program with Wildcat Dirt Works, D & M Builders LLC, Ponderosa Excavating LLC, and High Country Concrete Inc.
• Appointments to the Business Improvement District, Opioid Settlement Committee, Animal Services Board, and Planning Board as listed in Communications No. 2025-451, 452, 453, and 454.

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the consent agenda. It concurred with a series of appointments to the Business Improvement District, Opioid Settlement Committee, Animal Services Board, Planning Board and other commissions. The council also moved an ADA‑related ordinance to a second reading and adopted a resolution altering the Solid Waste Special District boundaries.

• Approved September 3 and September 2 meeting minutes (9‑0)
• Approved the consent agenda with listed exceptions (9‑0)
• Concurred and placed on file appointments to the BID, Opioid Settlement Committee, Animal Services Board and Planning Board (9‑0)
• Concurred and placed on file the collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters (9‑0)
• Concurred and placed on file the Text My Gov service agreement for Public Works (9‑0)
• Moved Ordinance No. 2025‑03 to a second reading; passed (9‑0)
• Moved Resolution No. 2025‑31 to a final reading; passed, altering Solid Waste Special District boundaries (9‑0)
• Held the YMCA annual report presentation and the TBID work‑plan presentation pending future hearings (9‑0)

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board will review and approve the purchase of nine trees for planting on Rowe Road, discuss the replacement of Charlie’s Basswood at Chester Steele Park, and consider the Tree City recertification process. Additional agenda items include a financial report, an urban forester update, and notices about upcoming meetings.

• Purchase of nine trees for Rowe Road planting activities
• Plan to replace Charlie’s Basswood at Chester Steele Park
• Tree City recertification opened Sept 9
• Financial report
• Urban Forester Report by Trevor Peterson

Animal Services Board

The Animal Services Board will convene to approve minutes, discuss the FY2026 budget, and consider new leadership. The agenda includes updates on the Animal Shelter Remodel Project and a proposed 'Hen Ordinance'.

• Reading/Approval of April 15, 2025, and July 22, 2025, Board Meeting Minutes
• Animal Shelter Remodel Project Update
• Proposed 'Hen Ordinance'
• FY2026 Animal Services Budget
• New Board Chairperson

The Animal Services Board approved the April 15 and July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). Members elected Krissy Kraczkowsky as the new board chair (5‑0). The FY 2026 Animal Services budget was approved. The meeting was then adjourned (5‑0).

• Approve April 15 & July 22, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Elect Krissy Kraczkowsky as new board chair (5-0)
• Approve FY 2026 Animal Services budget
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

Board of Health

The Butte-Silver Bow Board of Health will consider authorizing a task order amendment for lead poisoning prevention activities and a memorandum of understanding for suicide prevention workshops. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and department updates.

• Authorize task order amendment for lead poisoning prevention ($8,000.00)
• Authorize MOU for suicide prevention workshops
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025
• Health Department updates on staffing, programs, and budget

Council of Commissioners

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will review multiple communications requesting approvals for land purchases, including property adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street, a parcel at the southeast corner of Maryland and Second, and the sale of Lot 16‑17 for $1,000. The Council will also authorize scheduling public hearings on Metro Sewer user rates, solid waste collection district fees, and the FY 2026 budget rates. A resolution to alter the boundaries of the Solid Waste Special District to include the Homestead Meadows II Subdivision will be considered. Additionally, a request to draft a new ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sales will be addressed.

• Approval to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street (Communication No. 2025-249).
• Approval to purchase land at the southeast corner of Maryland and Second for yard space (Communication No. 2025-427).
• Sale of Lot 16‑17 to the estate of William Lahood for $1,000 (Communication No. 2025-437).
• Authorization to schedule public hearings on Metro Sewer rates, solid waste collection fees, and FY 2026 budget rates (Communications Nos. 2025-371, 2025-372, 2025-373).
• Resolution of intent to alter the Solid Waste Special District boundaries to include Homestead Meadows II Subdivision (Resolution No. 2025-31).

Butte-Silver Bow School Transportation Committee

The Butte‑Silver Bow School Transportation Committee will decide on the final bus routes and stop maps for the 2025‑2026 school year. It will also consider adjustments to transportation service areas within the county, review Out of District Agreement FP‑14‑14.1, and discuss bus inspections TR‑13 and driver inspections TR‑35.

• Finalize school bus routes with maps for 2025‑2026
• Adjust transportation service areas within Butte‑Silver Bow County
• Review Out of District Agreement FP‑14‑14.1
• Bus inspections TR‑13
• Bus driver inspections TR‑35

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes and hear reports on Highland View Golf Course, Stodden Park, and Ridge Waters Aquatics. The board is also discussing adding Blue Star, Gold Star, and Green Star memorials to the Stodden Park Veterans Memorial.

• Stodden Park Veterans Memorials: adding Blue Star, Gold Star, and Green Star to existing obelisk
• Stodden Park playground repairs
• Headframe lights project update
• Skyline Park parking lot light finished
• Highland View Golf Course Manager’s Report

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 11, 2025 session. The board also approved an endorsement for the American Legion to add a concrete pad, benches, and military service stars to the Stodden Park Veterans Memorial obelisk. No other motions were decided.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2025 board meeting
• Endorsed American Legion improvements to Stodden Park Veterans Memorial (concrete pad, benches, service stars)

Archives Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives Board of Directors will meet to review the FY25-26 preliminary budget and address board vacancies. The board will also consider the deaccession of five specific collections and items.

• FY25-26 Preliminary Budget
• Deaccession of Steve Dennehy Collection (2025.105)
• Deaccession of Alice Powers Delaney Yearbook (2025.108)
• Deaccession of LDS Family Research Collection (2025.118)
• Deaccession of Rachel Lepley Montana Standard Collection and Hall-Perry Machinery Calendar

The Board unanimously approved the corrected meeting minutes. It also voted to deaccession five items from the collection: the Steve Dennehy Collection, the Alice Powers Delaney Yearbook, the LDS Family Research Collection, the Hall‑Perry Machinery Calendar, and the Rachel Lepley Montana Standard Collection. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved corrected meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of 2025.105 – Steve Dennehy Collection (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of 2025.108 – Alice Powers Delaney Yearbook (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of 2025.118 – LDS Family Research Collection (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of Hall‑Perry Machinery Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of Rachel Lepley Montana Standard Collection (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 25 meeting, discuss public outreach including open house details, and consider a public hearing notice. The meeting includes standard procedural items and announcements about upcoming open houses in Butte and Ramsay.

• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2025 meeting
• Approval of Notice for Public Hearing
• Study Commission hosting open houses in Butte on September 11 and Ramsay on September 16

The Study Commission approved the August 25 minutes with grammar corrections unanimously. It appointed Annie Boyd and MacKenzie Christensen as new ex officio members. Commissioners agreed to move the public hearing start time to 5:30 p.m. and approved the amended public hearing notice with all members in favor. Upcoming open houses were scheduled for September 11 and September 16, and the next regular meeting was set for September 22, 2025.

• Approved August 25 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Appointed Annie Boyd and MacKenzie Christensen as new ex officio members
• Changed public hearing start time to 5:30 p.m.
• Approved amended public hearing notice (all in favor)
• Scheduled open house for September 11, 2025 at Montana Tech (Noon‑1:30 p.m.)
• Scheduled open house for September 16, 2025 (location not specified)
• Set next regular meeting for September 22, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Civic Center Board

The Butte Civic Center Board will meet on September 4, 2025, to approve minutes from August and discuss new business including requests from community groups, updates on a basketball floor replacement, and a marketing report. Old business includes follow-ups on past events and new equipment arrivals.

• Update on New Basketball Floor
• Schedule for Annex Floor Replacement
• Sale of Old Annex Floor
• Request from Pow-Wow and Lady of the Rockies
• Marketing Report

The board approved the May 1st Board minutes. It also approved Bill's request to present the Sound System upgrade option #2 contract to Council. The request from the Butte Amateur Hockey Association to donate compressors was placed in abeyance until more information is gathered and will be revisited in August.

• Approved May 1st Board minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Bill to present Sound System upgrade option #2 contract to Council (motion passed)
• Held Butte Amateur Hockey Association compressor donation request in abeyance (to be revisited August)

Airport Authority Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the July 2nd meeting and review presented bills. The agenda includes discussions on AIPs and other business.

• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of presented bills
• Discussion of AIPs

The board approved the May 7, 2025 minutes with a name correction, accepted the presented bills, and unanimously authorized Rick Ryan and Pam Chamberlin to negotiate dirt sales. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted bills as presented (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiation of dirt sales (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will vote on multiple agreements, including a $16,704.57 fire department contract renewal, a $46,139.40 water treatment plant change order, and a $1,000 land sale to settle an estate. They will also discuss homelessness assistance programs and wastewater treatment improvements.

• Authorize $16,704.57 annual renewal of ESO Solutions fire department contract (2021-52)
• Approve $46,139.40 change order for Moulton Water Treatment Plant Filter Replacement Project
• Approve $1,000 sale of Lot 16-17 to Estate of William Lahood
• Authorize Chief Executive to sign Action Inc. FY2025 homelessness assistance program agreement
• Approve $46,139.40 change order for Wastewater Treatment Plant Solids Handling and Dewatering Improvements

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will meet to adopt the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and set corresponding tax levies. The body will also consider resolutions to fix rates for sewer, storm water, and solid waste services.

• Resolution 2025-41: Adoption of the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Resolution 2025-43: Fixing rates for solid waste collection and landfill facility access fees
• Resolution 2025-44: Establishing Metro Storm Water utility rates and service charges
• Resolution 2025-49: Fixing Metro Sewer rates and service charges
• Resolution 2025-56: Setting 2026 annual salaries for the Chief Executive and other county officials

Fire Advisory Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss volunteer fire council meeting transparency, apparatus maintenance lists, and recent communications issues. The committee will also review past meeting minutes and receive a monthly call volume report.

• Review of volunteer fire council meeting openness, recording, and minute filing
• Discussion of IT committee meeting exclusion for Iam Responding or Safe Alert review
• Review of Race Track VFD Engine and Rocker VFD Tender maintenance lists
• Approval of June 3 and August 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Business Improvement District Board is meeting to review assessment updates and by laws. The board will also discuss its mission, vision, and values, as well as a hand drawn map. A request for proposals (RFP) for snow removal is on the agenda.

• Assessment update
• By Laws update
• RFP for snow removal
• Hierarchy of items for the hand drawn map

The BID board completed and reviewed its assessment update. The RFP for snow removal was postponed to the next meeting. The board assigned follow‑up actions, including circulating drafts of the mission, vision, values and bylaws, starting a hand‑drawn map list, and preparing a letter to SARTA for garbage‑can funding. Additional tasks such as compiling a property‑owner list and planning a Main‑Broadway streetscape were scheduled for future meetings.

• Assessment update completed and reviewed (no vote)
• Mission, Vision, Values draft to be sent to members before next meeting
• Bylaws draft to be sent to members before next meeting
• Shanna to start hand‑drawn map items list and share with group
• RFP for snow removal postponed to next meeting
• Jeff to work with BSB on garbage‑can locations; Shanna to draft SARTA letter
• Cassie to compile master list of property and business owners via Google Forms
• Azhar to coordinate Main & Broadway streetscape plan for October meeting

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive management updates. The session includes a progress report and a period for public comment.

• Approval of June 3, 2025, minutes
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

The Weed Control Board approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. No public comments were received and no new updates were presented. The board set the next meeting for Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:00 pm. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for Nov 4, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Planning Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Planning Board will meet on August 28, 2025, to consider public comments on a draft update to Title 17 of the Zoning Ordinance (GENAMD-25-000001). The board will deliberate on comment merits, propose modifications, and direct staff to revise the draft for further public review before a September 25 public hearing.

• Zoning Ordinance update GENAMD-25-000001 — board consideration of public comments and proposed modifications
• Public hearing scheduled for September 25, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
• Staff directed to incorporate board modifications into draft code by September 10, 2025
• Airport-related zoning language review included in public comments
• Property owner requests rezoning of 5 Mile Rd. lot from C2 commercial to Light Industrial

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners is reviewing requests to schedule public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and user rate changes for sewer, storm water, and solid waste. The body is also considering several private requests to purchase city-owned land and a proposal for a new marijuana ordinance.

• Proposed public hearings for Metro Sewer, Storm Water, and Solid Waste Disposal user rates
• Request to draft a new ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sales
• Land purchase requests for 17 Tullamore Street, Oro Fino Road/Browns Gulch Road, and Maryland and Second
• Request for an ordinance to address urban camping on public streets
• Resolution No. 2025-31 to alter Solid Waste Special District boundaries to include Homestake Meadows II Subdivision

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to review financial reports and plan the 2025 BSB County Fair. Discussions will include dates, venue, events, and sponsorship progress.

• Review of treasurer's report including account balances and invoices
• 2025 BSB County Fair plan regarding dates, venue, and events
• Review of 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets and progress
• Updates from concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, and teamwork committees

Urban Revitalization Board

The Board of URA is reviewing grant applications for interior renovations, signage, and fire safety systems. Staff has provided funding recommendations for three specific properties based on eligible project costs.

• Grant request for interior renovations at 739 S. Main: staff recommends up to $5,863.75
• Grant request for new signage at 53 E. Park Ste. B: staff recommends up to $1,000
• Amended allocation request for fire alarm system at 321 W. Galena: staff recommends up to $23,099.92

The board approved four matching grant requests for property improvements, each with unanimous support. Grants total $188,013.69 and cover plumbing, fire suppression, window repairs, roof replacement, and rain gutters. The meeting also approved the minutes from June 17 and accepted the financial report, both unanimously.

• Approved minutes from June 17 (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $135,201.75 grant for 100 E. Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved $10,393.44 grant for 135 W. Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved $37,253.75 grant for 32-40 E. Granite (unanimous)
• Approved $5,164.50 grant for 830 W. Quartz (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will receive a presentation on the pros and cons of a manager form of government. The body will also discuss public outreach efforts and upcoming open houses.

• Presentation by Debbie Todd on manager form of government
• Discussion of Open Houses scheduled for August 28, September 11, and September 16
• Update on Op-Ed and public outreach

The commission voted to accept the August 25 minutes with corrections, passing the motion unanimously. It scheduled upcoming public meetings at the EOC, Montana Tech on September 11, and Ramsay on September 16, and set a PartyLine radio show for August 27. The commission assigned Kohn to research rural versus urban tax contributions and population, and tasked Ms. Adams with compiling open‑house comments into a final report.

• Approved August 25 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Scheduled open house at EOC (Thursday), Montana Tech on Sep 11, Ramsay on Sep 16
• Set PartyLine radio show for Aug 27 with Silk and Thielen
• Assigned Kohn to research population and tax data for rural and urban areas
• Tasked Ms. Adams to compile open‑house comments into final report
• Agreed to hold another rural open house (date to be set)
• Recorded $1,763 spent on open houses and reconciled with auditor
• Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. (motion by Shaw, seconded by Theilen)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings for two property requests. The board will also hold elections for an interim Chair and Vice Chair.

• Special Use Permit for a short-term rental at 810 W Galena Street
• Variance request for a detached garage side yard setback at 5938 Porter Ave

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council will meet to discuss administrative items and ongoing projects. The body will review reports on the ESSA and the 988 poster contest, and discuss a new grant.

• ESSA report
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair protocols
• WRAP class update
• New grant discussion

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will review routine approvals for contracts, property sales, and event permits. Several items are held over from prior meetings, including public hearings on sewer, solid waste, and storm-water rates for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approve sale of Butte-Silver Bow-owned properties to Cory Biggers (Assessment Codes 0000472800 & 0000472700)
• Authorize $12,356.60 change order for Motherlode Fire Suppression System with Western States Fire Protection Co.
• Schedule public hearings on proposed FY2026 rates for Metro Sewer, Solid Waste Collection, and Storm Water System
• Approve purchase of GovWell permitting software via State of Montana NASPO Contract with Carahsoft
• Consider sale of 305 W Mercury (Business Development Center) via Request for Proposal

The council unanimously passed Resolution 2025-35 authorizing the sale of tax‑deeded real‑property parcels. A motion to suspend the rules to consider the resolution also passed unanimously. Several items were concurred and placed on file, including a transit union MOU, a veterans‑treatment‑court consulting agreement, a GovWell software purchase, a Montana State University extension services agreement, a cycling race on county trails, and a cancer‑cure fundraiser at Uno's Lounge.

• Resolution 2025-35 authorizing sale of tax‑deeded parcels approved (11 yea 0 nay)
• Change Order #1 for Motherlode Fire Suppression System, adding $12,356.60, approved (11 yea 0 nay)
• MOU between City‑County and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) concurred and placed on file (2025‑422)
• Agreement with Addictions Consulting Group for Veterans Treatment Court concurred and placed on file (2025‑423)
• Purchase of GovWell permitting software via NASPO contract concurred and placed on file (2025‑425)
• Montana State University FY2026 Extension Services agreement concurred and placed on file (2025‑428)
• MICL authorized to hold fourth annual cycling race on county trails concurred and placed on file (2025‑429)
• Uno's Lounge authorized to hold annual Connecting for a Cancer Cure event, closing Cleveland Ave., concurred and placed on file (2025‑430)

Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will discuss a letter from HAB Development and the expansion of committee representation. Members will also review updates on the Butte Aging at Home Program and the development of large historic properties.

• Discussion of letter from HAB Development (Community Reinvestment Organization)
• Review of suggestions for expanding committee representation and partners
• Update on Butte Aging at Home Program
• Update on development of large historic properties
• Discussion of Resident Owned Communities (ROC) and short term-rentals

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear a presentation on the pros and cons of a manager form of government. The body will also discuss public outreach efforts and upcoming open houses.

• Presentation by Debbie Todd on manager form of government
• Discussion of open houses scheduled for August 28, September 11, and September 16
• Update on Op-Ed and PartyLine appearances

Butte Transportation Coordinating Committee

The committee will discuss progress on various local transportation projects. The meeting includes updates on city-county projects, Montana Department of Transportation projects, and the Montana Tech Campus Master Plan.

• Granite and Main Intersection update
• Howard Street paving project update
• Excelsior Street Phase III update
• Safe Streets for All Planning and Demonstration Grants
• Main Street STPU Improvement from Mullen to West Daly

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to authorize three task orders with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. These agreements cover emergency preparedness, HIV medical case management, and cancer, asthma, tobacco, and arthritis prevention programs.

• Task Order for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) in the amount of $75,385.00
• Task Order Amendment for HIV+ Medical Case Management and Support Services for $13,280.00
• Task Order for Cancer, Asthma, Tobacco, and Arthritis programs in the amount of $160,884.75

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and user rates for the Metro Sewer, Storm Water System, Solid Waste Disposal, and Lighting and Fire Hydrant District. The body is also considering land sales and new ordinances regarding marijuana and urban camping.

• Public hearings for FY 2026 Budget and user rates for Metro Sewer, Storm Water, Solid Waste Disposal, and Lighting and Fire Hydrant District
• Proposed rate increase for Solid Waste Collection District fees for McGree Corporation services
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for the sale of 305 W Mercury (Business Development Center)
• Proposed ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of medical and recreational marijuana
• Proposed ordinance to address urban camping on public streets

Land Sales Committee

The committee is discussing the potential sale of government-owned land to private individuals. This includes requests for adjacent property acquisitions and the sale of a house on leased ground.

• Purchase request from Patti and Chris Salmonsen for land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Discussion on the sale and method of sale for 712 N. Wyoming Street
• Purchase request from Cory Biggers for land north of Oro Fino Road and east of Browns Gulch Road

Parks & Recreation Board

The Butte Parks & Recreation Board will hold its August 11 meeting at Highland View Clubhouse to approve minutes from the June 9 meeting, receive director and supervisor reports, and hear a 20-minute presentation on the Father Sheehan Park stormwater project followed by board discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Father Sheehan Park Stormwater Project presentation and board discussion (20 minutes)
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2025 meeting
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Michele Shea and a second by Anthony Laslovich. No vote count was recorded, but the motion passed. The board later approved a motion to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Agenda approved (motion by Michele Shea, seconded by Anthony Laslovich)
• Meeting adjourned (motion approved)

Civic Center Board

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss the Engine #25 Fundraiser and review facility updates including a new scorer's table and basketball floor. The meeting includes reviews of marketing reports and scheduling for Butte High School and the BSB County Fair.

• Engine #25 Fundraiser on August 16th
• Sound System Contract
• Basketball Floor Update
• Request from BAHA- Butte Community Ice Center
• New Event Worker Devin McCarthy

The board approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized moving forward with option #2 of the sound‑system service agreement to upgrade the system for another ten years. The board granted Commissioner Bill Boyle permission to use the grass/weed area at the east end of the north parking lot for the BSB Fair animal‑sale event on July 31‑August 1.

• Approved April 10, 2025 board minutes (motion passed)
• Approved moving forward with sound system option #2
• Approved use of east‑end north parking lot grass area for BSB Fair (July 31‑Aug 1)

Airport Authority Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the July 2nd meeting and review presented bills. The agenda includes discussions on AIPs and other business.

• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of presented bills
• Discussion of AIPs

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hear a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The body is also considering various contracts for soil remediation, labor agreements, and a resolution to alter the Solid Waste Special District boundaries.

• Resolution 2025-31 to alter Solid Waste Special District boundaries to include Homestake Meadows II Subdivision
• Four construction agreements for residential soil remediation (lead, arsenic, or mercury) with D & M Builders, Ponderosa Excavating, Mining City Services, and Northwest Enterprises
• Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Butte Police Protective Association and Local union No. 82
• $5,405 for the demolition of a detached garage at 639 S. Washington
• $27,360 task order for structural evaluation of the Anselmo Carpentry tunnel

The council approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (10‑0). It authorized a presentation on the FY 2026 budget and gave concurrence on numerous contracts, agreements and memoranda, all recorded as “Concur and Place on File.” The body also approved cash‑only payments for properties bought at the 2025 public tax‑deed auctions. All motions passed unanimously where votes were recorded.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (10 yea 0 nay)
• Authorized scheduling a presentation on the FY 2026 budget (no vote recorded)
• Concurred and placed on file re‑appointments to the Insurance Committee Board (Communication 2025‑391)
• Concurred and placed on file authorization for seventeen Economic Development Mill Levy contracts (Communication 2025‑392)
• Concurred and placed on file assignment agreement with The W‑T Group LLC (Communication 2025‑393)
• Approved cash‑only payments for property purchased at the 2025 public tax‑deed auctions (Communication 2025‑400)
• Approved sale of Unit‑A Modular home (Communication 2025‑416) (10 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file Main Street and Alaska Street sanitary sewer replacement agreement (Communication 2025‑412)

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive federal and state management updates. The board will also review a progress report.

• Approval of June 3, 2025, minutes
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss fire protection with Chad Silk and review the transparency of Volunteer Fire Council and Volunteer Trustee meetings. The meeting also includes reviews of apparatus maintenance and monthly call volumes.

• Fire protection discussion with Chad Silk
• Review of IT committee meetings regarding Iam Responding or Safe Alert options
• Discussion on public access and record-keeping for Volunteer Fire Council and Trustee meetings
• Apparatus maintenance for Race Track VFD Engine and Rocker VFD Tender
• Monthly call volume reporting

The committee did not have a quorum, so the June 3 minutes could not be approved. No agenda items were discussed or decided. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and approved unanimously. The meeting ended at 5:45 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (all in favor)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Business Improvement District Board is meeting to review assessment updates. Members will also discuss the organization's mission, vision, values, and branding, including the logo.

• Assessment update
• Mission, vision, and values discussion
• Branding and logo discussion

The board said the mission, vision, values and bylaws will be reviewed at the September meeting. An assessment spreadsheet with 2025 tax values is nearly complete. The board will draft a proposal to re‑allocate SARTA funding from unfinished place‑making projects. Additional topics included website ideas, vandalism concerns, snow‑removal priorities, and pedestrian safety improvements.

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss risk management strategies and public outreach. The session includes a presentation on volunteer fire departments and updates on upcoming open houses.

• Presentation by James Ouellette on risk management strategies and volunteer fire departments
• Discussion on public outreach and Op-Ed updates
• Planning for Open Houses in Melrose, Butte, and Ramsay

The commission voted to place the July 14 and July 28 minutes in abeyance and revise them for future approval. It adopted a schedule of upcoming commission meetings and public hearing dates. Open‑house locations and dates for public outreach were also finalized.

• Motion to hold July minutes in abeyance approved (no vote count recorded)
• Schedule set for commission meetings: Aug 18, Sep 8, Sep 22, Sep 29 public hearing, Oct 8, Oct 20
• Open houses scheduled: Melrose School Aug 12, Butte Brewing Aug 14, Emergency Operations Center Aug 28, Montana Tech Sep 11, Ramsay School Sep 16
• Party Line schedule through October approved; Stepan and McCormick to attend Sep 24
• Volunteer support needed for August 27 event approved
• Adams committed to send updated survey questions to commission that night
• Kohn to coordinate open‑house supplies and flyer distribution
• Kohn to reach out to ALDC for September meeting invitation

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss a public outreach plan and conduct a charter review with the county attorney. The agenda also includes a meeting with probation clerks from the City and Justice Courts.

• Meeting with City and Justice Court probation clerks
• Public outreach plan discussion with Shanna Adams
• Charter review with the county attorney
• Op-Ed update

The Study Commission approved the minutes from the June 23 and June 30, 2025 meetings by unanimous vote. No public comments were received and no public hearing was held. The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m. after a motion to adjourn passed.

• Approved June 23 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:19 p.m. (motion passed)

Law Enforcement Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Commission will meet to discuss the hiring of non-confirmed officers. The body will review a draft document on hiring procedures and receive an update from the Sheriff's Office.

• Review of draft document 'Hiring Procedures of Non-Confirmed Officers'
• Sheriff's Office update on hiring non-confirmed officers from the active list

The commission unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. Attendees agreed the existing law‑enforcement ordinances need revision, and Sheriff Lester will contact the County Attorney for guidance on updating them.

• Approved previous minutes (unanimous)
• Sheriff Lester will reach out to County Attorney for ordinance revision assistance

Land Sales Committee

The Land Sales Committee is meeting to review two new requests regarding city-county property. The body will consider a request for a tax deed public auction and a private request to purchase land for livestock and weed control.

• Communication #2025-353: Request to authorize a Tax Deed public auction for parcels owned by the City-County of Butte-Silver Bow
• Communication #2025-318: Request by Cory Biggers to purchase land north of Oro Fino Road and east of Browns Gulch Road

Tourism Business Improvement District

The Tourism Business Improvement District will meet to review financial reports and the grant approval process. The body will also discuss the TBID marketing campaign.

• Grant review and approval process
• TBID marketing campaign
• Financial report

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will conduct a bid opening for Main Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement Projects. The body is also considering land sale requests and scheduling several public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and utility rate increases.

• Bid opening for Main Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement Projects
• Land purchase requests for properties at 17 Tullamore Street and near Oro Fino Road
• Proposed public hearings for Metro Sewer, Solid Waste Collection District, and Storm Water System rates
• Request to draft a new ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sales
• Resolution to alter Solid Waste Special District boundaries to include Homestake Meadows II Subdivision

Urban Revitalization Board

The Board is considering matching grant requests for property improvements at four different locations. Staff recommendations include funding for plumbing, fire suppression, roofing, and window repairs.

• 100 E. Broadway: Recommended funding up to $135,201.75 for plumbing and fire suppression
• 135 W. Broadway: Recommended funding up to $10,393.44 for windows, skylight, and sanitization
• 32 – 40 E. Broadway: Recommended funding up to $37,253.75 for roof replacement
• 830 W. Quartz: Recommended funding up to $5,164.50 for roof replacement

The Urban Revitalization Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the financial report. It also approved two grant requests: up to $6,450 for roof replacement at 647 S. Idaho (Briano Family Trust) and up to $150,000 for exterior renovations at 15 W. Park (Curtis Music Hall). The grant request for 117 W. Iron was deferred to next month.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Approved grant up to $6,450 for 647 S. Idaho roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved grant up to $150,000 for 15 W. Park exterior improvements (unanimous)
• Deferred grant request for 117 W. Iron to next month

Animal Services Board

The board will receive communications regarding a proposed ordinance for backyard chicken permits in Butte-Silver Bow. The submission was provided by Garrity Heier of 1100 Steele St.

• Proposed Butte-Silver Bow Backyard Chicken Permit Ordinance

The Animal Services Board voted to reject Ms. Garrity Heier's backyard chicken ordinance proposal as written, with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The motion was made by Jim Kambich and seconded by Hattie Thatcher. The board then adjourned the meeting, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Reject backyard chicken ordinance proposal (6-0)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear three applications regarding land use and setbacks. The board is deciding on a wireless antenna expansion, a granite processing operation, and a garage setback variance.

• SPUSE-25-000010: Request to increase height and footprint of wireless antennas at 2929 Harrison Avenue
• CONDUSE-25-000002: Request to excavate, process, and sell decomposed granite at 33 Holliday Drive
• Variance-25-000005: Request to reduce side yard setback from 15 feet to 10 feet for a garage at 224 American Drive

Butte-Silver Bow School Transportation Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow School Transportation Committee is meeting to review and approve bus route maps and individual transportation contracts. The body will also discuss bus inspections, driver certificates, and out-of-district attendance agreements.

• Review and approval of Butte School District and Ramsay School District bus routes and maps
• Review and approval of TR-4 individual transportation contracts
• Review of TR-5 and TR-6 reimbursement claims
• Review of TR-13 bus inspections and TR-35 bus driver certificates
• Discussion of transportation agreements for Ramsay-Copper Mountain and Beaverhead-Melrose

The committee approved the Ramsay School District’s submitted bus routes, with a motion by Gayle Holm, seconded by Cory Johns, passing unanimously. The September 2024 special‑meeting minutes were approved after a motion by Sandy Conway and a second by Chris Kellogg. The Butte School District’s bus routes were tabled for later submission after its August board meeting. The meeting was adjourned following a motion by Cassie Biggers, seconded by Kelsey Chase.

• Approved Ramsay School District bus routes (unanimous vote)
• Approved September 2024 special meeting minutes (motion by Sandy Conway, seconded by Chris Kellogg)
• Tabled Butte School District bus routes pending August board approval
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion by Cassie Biggers, seconded by Kelsey Chase)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will discuss scheduling public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and user rates for Metro Sewer, Storm Water, and Solid Waste. The body is also reviewing several construction agreements for the Residential Metal Abatement Program and a resolution for hazard mitigation.

• Proposed public hearings on August 6, 2025, for FY 2026 budget and user rates for Metro Sewer, Storm Water, Solid Waste Disposal, and Lighting and Fire Hydrant District
• Proposed rate increase for Solid Waste Collection District fees to cover McGree Corporation contracted services
• Construction agreements for Residential Metal Abatement Program with Ponderosa Excavating LLC, Northwest Enterprises, Mining City Services, High County Concrete Inc., D & M Builders Inc., and C. Davies Enterprises, Inc.
• Resolution No. 2025-25 to adopt the 2024 Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Referral to Judiciary Committee to develop an ordinance addressing urban camping on public streets

The council approved the July 1 and July 2 meeting minutes and the consent agenda with listed exceptions, each by a 9‑yea, 0‑nay vote. Commissioners appointed Eileen Joyce to the Housing Authority Board and changed the scheduled date for the FY 2026 budget presentation to August 6. They also moved several public‑hearing dates to August 13 and referred the urban‑camping issue to the Judiciary Committee.

• Approved July 1 and July 2 meeting minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved the consent agenda with exceptions (9 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file appointment of Eileen Joyce to the Housing Authority Board
• Amended budget presentation date to August 6, 2025 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Amended Metro Sewer public‑hearing date to August 13, 2025 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Amended Solid Waste Collection District fee hearing date to August 13, 2025 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Amended FY 2026 budget and rate adoption hearing date to August 13, 2025 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Referred urban‑camping concerns to the Judiciary Committee (9 yea 0 nay)

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to review administrative reports and provide updates on several ongoing initiatives. Members will discuss and determine specific projects for the council to pursue next.

• ESSA report
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair protocols
• Learning Days update schedule
• WRAP class and website updates

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board will meet at the Edible Urban Forest to conduct a site tour. The board will discuss tree planting and watering activities on Rowe Road and Farmers Market activities.

• Tour of edible forest plants and trees
• Rowe Road watering and tree planting activities
• Farmers Market activities

The Urban Forest Board approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The treasurer's report was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hold conversations with representatives from the Council of Commissioners. The body will also discuss public outreach strategies, including op-ed pieces and the PartyLine. An update regarding hearing assistance in the Council Chambers is scheduled.

• Conversations with BSB Council of Commissioners representatives
• Discussion on public outreach and op-ed pieces
• Update on hearing assistance in the Council Chambers

The commission reported that the June 30 agenda was posted instead of the correct agenda for the July 14 meeting, resulting in an improper notice. No agenda items were considered and the meeting was concluded without any decisions.

Greenway Authority Board

The board and representatives from BAP and BNSF discussed the implementation of the Greenway Trail near active rail lines. The meeting included a project overview and a site tour starting at Miles Crossing to address operational concerns.

• Durant Canyon and Underpass Proposal overview
• Discussion on trail safety and mitigation regarding BAP and BNSF rail lines
• Site tour of proposed trail locations starting at Miles Crossing

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will discuss expanding the Solid Waste Special District to include Homestake Meadows II and the Fire Services District to include 3MCT. The body is also reviewing requests for land purchases and potential new ordinances regarding marijuana sales.

• Resolution 2025-31: Intent to alter Solid Waste Special District boundaries to include Homestake Meadows II
• Resolution 2025-33: Intent to alter Fire Services District boundaries to include 3MCT
• Proposed ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of medical and recreational marijuana
• Requests to purchase city-county land at 17 Tullamore Street and north of Oro Fino Road
• Resolution 2025-25: Adopting the 2024 Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

Archives Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives Board of Directors will meet to discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The board will also address board vacancies and review the Director's report regarding staffing and upcoming tours.

• FY25-26 Preliminary Budget
• Board vacancies
• Renewal of Butte Symphony lease through June 30, 2026
• Hike through History tours on July 24 and August 7

The Board approved the June 2025 minutes with all members in favor. Roy Ivy was confirmed as the new Technical Services Archivist, creating an internal vacancy for the Clark Chateau position. The Board unanimously voted to cancel the August meeting and schedule the next regular meeting for September. The FY25‑26 Preliminary Budget was presented with no major changes.

• Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Roy Ivy as Technical Services Archivist (position filled)
• Cancelled August meeting; next regular meeting scheduled for September (unanimous)
• Presented FY25‑26 Preliminary Budget (no major changes)

Airport Authority Board

The Board will meet to approve minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting and review presented bills. The agenda includes discussions on Airport Improvement Programs (AIPs) and the Air Service Development Committee.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of presented bills
• Discussion of AIPs
• Air Service Development Committee update

The board unanimously accepted the April 2, 2025 minutes and the presented bills. It approved a $15,072.88 change order for a new passenger jet bridge and awarded the security gate replacement contract to MT Fence for $415,683. The board also awarded the snow‑removal equipment contract to Tri State Equipment for $487,724, approved three task orders, transferred $100,000 from Chinook Airport entitlements, and denied the Lake Shore Subdivision proposal.

• Accepted April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted bills as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $15,072.88 jet bridge change order (unanimous)
• Awarded security gate contract to MT Fence for $415,683 (unanimous)
• Awarded snow‑removal equipment contract to Tri State Equipment for $487,724 (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #7 for $165,600 engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #8 for $51,000 PCI study (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 entitlement transfer from Chinook Airport (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will review a resolution to implement a fee schedule for public records requests. The body is also deciding on several service agreements, board appointments, and a hazard mitigation plan update.

• Resolution 2025-32: Implementation and collection of a public records fee schedule
• Agreement with Adams Consulting for $30,000 for Study Commission public outreach
• Annual BLDC / BSB agreement in the amount of $46,000
• Odd/even and time of day sprinkling restrictions effective July 7, 2025
• Resolution 2025-25: Adopting the 2024 Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council approved Resolution 2025‑25 adopting the region’s 2024 hazard mitigation plan. It also approved the BLDC/BSB $46,000 agreement, promoted Matt Pokorny to fire captain, and concurred on Economic Development Mill Levy Grants for FY 2024‑2025. The council referred the Tax Deed public auction resolution to the Judiciary Committee for drafting.

• Adopted Resolution 2025‑25 hazard mitigation plan (adopted)
• Approved BLDC/BSB agreement for $46,000 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Promoted Matt Pokorny to Fire Captain (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Economic Development Mill Levy Grants FY 2024‑2025 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and referred Tax Deed public auction resolution to Judiciary Committee (9 yea 0 nay)
• Placed BLDC presentation request on file (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved reappointments to Greenway Authority Board (concur and placed on file)
• Approved right‑of‑entry agreement with GSA for mine shaft investigation (concur and placed on file)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Business Improvement District Board is meeting to handle organizational logistics and planning. The group will discuss branding, maintenance, and streetscaping projects.

• Logo, branding, and website organization
• Maintenance projects
• Streetscaping and placemaking
• Marketing initiatives

The board tasked Matt to schedule a meeting with Shanna, Mike, and Megan Terry to review the assessment spreadsheet and standard operating procedures. Cassie and Maisie were assigned to draft bylaws, mission, vision, and values. The next meeting was scheduled for August 5 2025 at 11 a.m., with the venue to be confirmed.

• Matt to schedule assessment review meeting with Shanna, Mike, and Megan Terry
• Cassie and Maisie to draft bylaws, mission, vision, and values
• Next meeting set for August 5 2025 at 11 a.m.; location to be determined

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive federal and state management updates. The board will also review a progress report.

• Approval of June 3, 2025, minutes
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

Fair Board

The Fair Board will hold its regular meeting to receive treasurer’s report, review the 2025 County Fair plan (dates, venue, events), and discuss sponsorships, donations, and committee updates. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is procedural.

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners is meeting to discuss initiatives and priorities for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The body will consider referring the preliminary budget to the Budget and Finance Committee.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 budget priorities and initiatives
• Referral of the Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget to the Budget and Finance Committee

The council approved the June 18 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, and introduced a resolution to adopt the 2024 Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan update. It also concurred on multiple reappointments, grant authorizations, and agreements, while holding the Main Street sanitary sewer bid and a Superfund presentation pending. No proposals were denied.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved consent agenda with listed exclusions (9 yea 0 nay)
• Introduced Resolution 2025-25 to adopt the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan update (sent to Judiciary)
• Concurred and placed on file Tax Deed public auction resolution, referred to Judiciary Committee (9 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file Economic Development Mill Levy Grants FY 2024-2025 awards (9 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file BLDC annual agreement for $46,000 (9 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file promotion of Matt Pokorny to Captain in Fire Department (9 yea 0 nay)
• Held pending Main Street sanitary sewer replacement bid opening (Committee of the Whole)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss matters with representatives from the Council of Commissioners. The body will also review public outreach efforts and an update regarding hearing assistance in the Council Chambers.

• Conversations with BSB Council of Commissioners: John Morgan, Trudy Healy, Bill Boyle, Eric Mankins, Bill Anderson, and Dan Callahan
• Update on hearing assistance in the Council Chambers
• Public outreach discussion including Op-Ed pieces and PartyLine

The Study Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The remainder of the session consisted of discussions about charter language, commissioner duties, and possible government structure changes, but no formal actions or votes were taken on those topics.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will introduce the draft Butte-Silver Bow Zoning Ordinance and a proposed schedule for public involvement. Members will also receive updates on policy changes resulting from the 2025 Montana State Legislature session.

• Introduction of the Draft Butte-Silver Bow Zoning Ordinance
• Proposed Public Involvement Schedule for the Zoning Ordinance
• Policy updates following the 2025 Montana State Legislature session

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners is reviewing requests to sell city-county land and update zoning for chickens. The body is also discussing new ordinances for marijuana sales and public records fees.

• Request to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Request to purchase land north of Oro Fino Road and east of Browns Gulch Road
• Proposed ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sale and distribution
• Resolution to implement a fee schedule for public records requests
• Proposed zoning change for the 20,000 square foot minimum lot size for chickens

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hold conversations with representatives from the BSB Council of Commissioners. The body will also discuss public outreach strategies and charter questions with County Attorney Enrooth.

• Conversations with BSB Council of Commissioners representatives
• Discussion on public outreach and op-ed pieces
• Review of charter questions with County Attorney Enrooth

The commission postponed approval of the June 16 meeting minutes to the next meeting. It announced that future meetings will be held every Monday at 5:00 p.m., except on federal holidays, and that there will be no meeting on Monday, July 7, 2025. No votes or substantive policy actions were recorded.

• Deferred approval of June 16 minutes (no vote)
• Set regular Monday meetings at 5:00 p.m., except federal holidays
• Cancelled meeting scheduled for July 7 2025

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to review administrative reports and discuss ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on the 988 poster contest and the 2025 Wellness Fair.

• ESSA report
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair close out
• Learning Days June 21st BMR
• WRAP class and website updates

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding developer proposals for city-county owned property on Mammoth Drive. The body is also considering a new ordinance to create a Business Improvement District Board of Trustees.

• Public hearing for Developer's Packet Proposals for property on Mammoth Drive
• Ordinance No. 2025-02 to create a Business Improvement District Board of Trustees
• Bid opening for a new portable basketball court for the Butte Civic Center
• Award of $8,300 to Josh Hannifin for garage demolition at 1045 Maryland Street
• Write-off of two delinquent COVID loans totaling $14,217.55

The council approved the June 4 meeting minutes and the consent agenda unanimously. It referred the $1,749,400 portable basketball court bid and the $101,000 economic‑development mill levy grant to the appropriate committees, both with 12‑0 votes. Several agency agreements and a by‑law amendment were also approved, with the fire services district expansion held for further discussion.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (12‑0)
• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (12‑0)
• Referred portable basketball court bid ($1,749,400) to Civic Center Board (12‑0)
• Referred FY2024 Economic Development Mill Levy Grant ($101,000) to Economic Development Committee (12‑0)
• Approved BLDC by‑law changes after substitute motion (10‑2)
• Held fire services district expansion proposal in Committee of Whole (11‑1)
• Approved MOU with Teamsters Local 2 (concur, placed on file)
• Approved $8,300 award to Josh Hannifin for garage demolition (concur, placed on file)

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board will meet to review financial reports and updates from the Urban Forester. The board will discuss tree planting and watering activities on Rowe Road and activities related to the Farmers Market.

• Rowe Road watering and tree planting activities
• Farmers Market activities
• Urban Forester Report by Trevor Peterson

The Urban Forest Board approved the minutes from the May 20 meeting and the bank statement showing a balance of $ 5,424.6 2, both by unanimous vote. The board also approved a motion to spend up to $200 per tree for eight trees to be purchased for the Friends of the Urban Forest. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved bank statement balance of $ 5,424.6 2 (unanimous)
• Approved spending up to $200 per tree for eight trees (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear three applications for special and conditional use permits. These include requests for short-term rentals and the installation of a barbed wire fence.

• Special Use application for a short-term rental at 2210 Skyway Avenue
• Special Use application for two short-term rentals at 701 S Arizona St. #101 & #202
• Conditional Use Permit for a barbed wire fence at 574 Gladstone Avenue

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 BSB County Fair plan, including dates, venue, and events. The board will also review financial reports and sponsorship progress.

• 2025 BSB County Fair plan (dates, venue, and events)
• Treasurer's report on account balances and invoices
• 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets and letters
• Updates from concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, and teamwork committees

The board set the 2025 fair for July 31 – August 2 at the Civic Center and approved the $40,000 county sponsorship budget. It adopted the theme “Big Sky Nights & Homegrown Delights,” established vendor fee and agreement deadlines of July 1, and approved a $7,800 tent purchase. The board also reimbursed Anne Kish $207.71 for ribbon expenses and scheduled the next meeting for July 1, 2025.

• Confirmed Civic Center as venue for the 2025 fair
• Set fair dates for July 31–August 2, 2025
• Approved $40,000 county sponsorship budget to be provided July/August 2025
• Adopted "Big Sky Nights & Homegrown Delights" as the 2025 fair theme
• Established vendor fees ($200 food, $150 non‑food) and agreement deadline of July 1
• Approved purchase of tents costing $7,800
• Reimbursed Anne Kish $207.71 for ribbon expenses
• Scheduled next regular meeting for July 1, 2025

Urban Revitalization Board

The Board is considering matching grant requests for exterior and interior renovations at four different properties. The meeting also includes reviews of professional services agreements and the Fuse housing project.

• Grant request for 15 W. Park (Curtis Music Hall, LLC) for renovations with recommended funding up to $150,000
• Grant request for 647 S. Idaho (Briano Family Trust/Michael Briano) for roof replacement with recommended funding up to $6,450
• Grant request for 117 W. Iron (Terry Azure) for roof replacement with recommended funding up to $4,987.50
• Grant request for 401 W. Granite (Mountain Medical Reps, LLC) for a wrought iron fence with recommended funding up to $1,417.50
• Review of professional services agreements for BLDC, DJ&A, and SMA (Motherlode)

The URA Board unanimously approved matching grant funds for five property improvement projects, totaling $98,670. Grants ranged from $11,562.50 for a school roof to $33,978.73 for interior upgrades at 65 E. Broadway, with all motions carried unanimously. The board also approved the meeting minutes, financial reports, takebacks, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted takebacks as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $29,375 grant for 2 E. Galena – The Post Building (unanimous)
• Approved $11,562.50 grant for 111 N. Montana – Butte School District (unanimous, Kevin Patrick abstained)
• Approved $7,120.75 grant for 505-507 S. Idaho – Flying Scout, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $33,978.73 grant for 65 E. Broadway – Thornton Group (unanimous)
• Approved $16,633.50 grant for 215 W. Broadway – On Awakening, LLC (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hold conversations with representatives from the Volunteer Fire Departments. The body will also discuss public outreach efforts and a charter review with the County Attorney.

• Conversations with Volunteer Fire Department representatives Tooey Mattern, Jason Willoughby, and Ed Fisher
• Discussion on public outreach including Op-Ed pieces and PartyLine
• Charter Review with County Attorney
• Updates on hearing devices and transcription software

The Study Commission approved the corrected minutes of the June 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Shaw, seconded by Perdue-Dolan, and passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved corrected minutes of June 9, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing a contract amendment with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. The board will also consider two new agreements focused on preventative healthcare and harm reduction surveys.

• Contract amendment reducing Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services task order from $195,947.00 to $168,625.00
• MOU with Bridgercare for $27,254 to promote preventative healthcare and decrease unintended pregnancy
• Agreement with The Montana Public Health Institute for $1,500 to conduct harm reduction surveys
• Briefing on Health Department staffing, budget, and Communicable Disease Plan

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will discuss a new ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of medical and recreational marijuana. The body is also considering a fee schedule for public records research and a resolution for FOIA request procedures.

• Proposed ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sale and distribution
• Resolution No. 2025-32 establishing a fee schedule for public records copies and research
• Request for the purchase of land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street by Patti and Chris Salmonsen
• Request to approve a 2-acre parcel of land north of Ramsay School
• Resolution No. 2025-30 accepting a water line donation from Montana Resources, LLC

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will meet to review reports from parks, forestry, and aquatics management. Key discussions include rental fees for Original and a geothermal investigation at that location.

• Discussion of 2026 Original rental fees
• Geothermal investigation at Original

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Ristene Hall and a second by Anthony Laslovich. The board also approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting, noting that May 12 minutes are unavailable due to lack of quorum. Additional motions (noted as “CM move Al”) were approved before adjournment. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025.

• Agenda Review approved (motion by Ristene Hall, seconded by Anthony Laslovich)
• April 14 minutes approved
• May 12 minutes noted as unavailable (no quorum)
• Additional motion "CM move Al" approved

Archives Board

The Board of Directors will review the auditorium fee structure and discuss the deaccession of specific archival items. The meeting includes a director's report covering recent delegations, grant status, and the Butte Symphony lease renewal.

• Auditorium rental fees: $250 for full day, $50 for 0-2 hours, and $50 per additional hour
• Proposed deaccession of Steve Luft Topographic Model for display at Butte Chamber of Commerce
• Proposed deaccessions of Joan Warnstrom and Matt Matich yearbooks
• Fee waivers for government agencies and small nonprofits with budgets under $250,000
• Renewal of the Butte Symphony lease effective July 1

The board moved the July meeting date to July 7. It approved the proposed auditorium rental fee structure. It also approved the deaccession of three archive items, requiring a protective cover for item 2010.129.01 before it is moved to the Chamber of Commerce.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Set July Board meeting date for July 7
• Hired Jennifer Petersen as Senior Technical Services Archivist
• Approved auditorium rental fee structure (motion passed)
• Approved deaccession of items 2010.129.01, 2025.069, 2025.084 with protective‑cover condition (motion passed)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss departmental operations with Zach Osborne of the BSB Fire Department. The body will also review public outreach strategies and a laptop purchase request.

• Conversation with Zach Osborne, BSB Fire Department
• Request for approval to submit a purchase order for laptop
• Review of marketing/advertising contract
• Discussion on Charter Review with County Attorney
• Discussion regarding service organizations including Kiwanis, Exchange, and Elks

The Study Commission voted to approve the corrected minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. The remainder of the session was a discussion with Fire Services Director Zach Osborne about the fire department’s structure, volunteer involvement, and the implications of HB 547. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved corrected minutes of June 2, 2025 (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss departmental operations with the BSB Fire Department. The body will also review public outreach efforts and a purchase order for a laptop.

• Conversations with Zach Osborne, BSB Fire Department
• Request for approval to submit a purchase order for laptop
• Review of marketing/advertising contract
• Charter review with County Attorney
• Discussion on public outreach including Op-Ed pieces and Commissioner visits

Civic Center Board

The Board of Directors will review a sound system contract and receive updates on the 2025/2026 budget. The meeting includes discussions regarding the BSB County Fair schedule and a request from the Butte Community Ice Center.

• Sound System Contract
• 2025/2026 Budget Update
• Request from BAHA- Butte Community Ice Center
• Basketball Floor Update
• BSB County Fair Schedule

The Civic Center Board approved the March 6, 2025 board minutes. The board also approved the Pepsi Harrington contract to purchase a new interactive scorer’s table for $35k. Other items such as budget updates, event scheduling, and facility projects were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved March 6 board minutes (motion passed, 1st Jamie, 2nd Jocelyn)
• Approved Pepsi Harrington scorer’s table contract for $35k (motion passed, 1st Jocelyn, 2nd Jamie)

Airport Authority Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the April 2 meeting and review bills. The agenda includes discussions on Airport Improvement Programs (AIPs) and the Air Service Development Committee.

• Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills as presented
• Discussion of Airport Improvement Programs (AIPs)
• Air Service Development Committee update

The board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting and accepted the presented bills, both with unanimous votes. The meeting was then adjourned at 12:25 pm by unanimous consent.

• Accepted minutes of March 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted bills as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:25 pm (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2024 Montana Western Region Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body is also reviewing multiple requests for downtown event permits and several board appointments.

• Public hearing to adopt the 2024 Montana Western Region, Butte-Silver Bow County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Proposed fee schedule for copies and research of public records (Resolution 2025-32)
• Authorization for a new ordinance regulating medical and recreational marijuana sales and distribution
• Construction agreement with Langlas & Associates for Phase II Courthouse Restroom Renovation
• Permits for Music on Main, Butte Community Market, and Butte Tin's Centennial Block Party

The council approved the May 21 meeting minutes (11-0) and suspended the rules to add communications 2025-313 and 2025-314 (9-2). The consent agenda was approved unanimously (11-0), which included concurrence on multiple board appointments and agreements. All listed appointments and agreements were recorded as "Concur and Place on File".

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (11 yea 0 nay)
• Suspended rules to add communications 2025-313 and 2025-314 (9 yea 2 nay)
• Approved consent agenda (11 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file appointment of Alice Luckey to Housing Authority Board
• Concurred and placed on file appointments of Heidi Rosenleaf and Michael McKeon to Zoning Board
• Concurred and placed on file re‑appointments of Rody Holman and Carrie Harris to TIFID/MT Connections Board
• Concurred and placed on file re‑appointment of Robert Dwyer to Parking Commission
• Concurred and placed on file re‑appointment of Marko Lucich to Civic Center Board

Weed Control Board

The board discussed weed management priorities and non-compliance issues on specific roads. Staff provided updates on crew training and the status of a noxious weed contract with MDOT.

• Direction to concentrate spraying in the Fairmont area
• Discussion of non-compliance letters for property owners on Gregson Lane and Bossard Road
• Remaining balance of $19,326.50 on a $41,520.00 MDOT noxious weed contract
• Request from Parks & Recreation to spray parks for dandelions
• Plan to hire two summer help employees for Weed Control

The Weed Control Board approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. Members discussed upcoming spray days, highway spraying, non‑compliance letters for Gregson Lane and Bossard Road, and the need to hire two summer workers. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 BSB County Fair plan, including dates, venue, and events. The board will also review financial reports and sponsorship progress.

• 2025 BSB County Fair plan (dates, venue, and events)
• Treasurer's report on account balances and invoices
• 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets and letters
• Updates from concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, and teamwork committees

Fire Advisory Committee

The Fire Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive an update from the IT committee.

• IT committee update

The committee approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Members discussed IT updates and the possibility of a July meeting, but no formal decision was made. A motion to adjourn was passed, ending the meeting at 5:46 p.m.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, 5:46 p.m.)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss charter review with the County Attorney. The body is also reviewing public outreach strategies, including marketing and department visits.

• Conversation with Silver Bow County Attorney Matt Enrooth
• Charter review with County Attorney
• Discussion on public outreach, op-eds, and marketing
• Planning for Commissioner and Fire Department visits

The Study Commission voted to approve the amended minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting and the corrected minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. Both motions passed with unanimous support. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved amended minutes of May 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved corrected minutes of May 19, 2025 (unanimous)

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on accessibility consultation and site evaluations from WT Group. Members will also discuss affordable housing accessibility and ADA parking policies.

• WT Group status report on accessibility consultation and site evaluations
• Affordable housing accessibility report from Housing Coordinator Nancy DesRosiers
• ADA Parking Policies update
• Recommendations for new members to fill expiring terms
• Charter Study Commission discussion

The ADA Advisory Committee elected Cassie Wick as Chair and Lindy Ballard as Vice Chair. The board also voted to send a letter to the council asking to reduce the required number of committee members. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Cassie Wick elected Chair
• Lindy Ballard elected Vice Chair
• Board voted to send a letter requesting reduction of required members

South Butte Targeted Economic Development District Board

The South Butte Targeted Economic Development District Board will meet to review financial records and consider a professional services agreement. The board is specifically reviewing a recommendation to approve a contract for sidewalk and trail improvements.

• Professional Services Agreement with Pioneer Technical for Sidewalk/Trail Improvement

The board approved the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board also approved the Pioneer Technical professional services agreement for sidewalk and trail improvements, with the motion passing unanimously.

• Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Pioneer Technical sidewalk/trail improvement services agreement (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on the Wildfire Smoke Plan from BSB Public Health Emergency Preparedness. Members will also review evacuation strategies and the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP).

• Wildfire Smoke Plan presentation by Jenny Ellis
• Evacuation Strategy Review
• Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) discussion
• Grant updates from Lisa Carey
• 911 Committee update

The committee approved the April 23, 2025 LEPC meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting included a wildfire smoke plan presentation, updates on emergency plans, training opportunities, and public‑health information.

• Approved April 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Health

The committee will discuss applications received by the May 14 deadline. Members will determine if any applicants need in-person discussions and set the date for the next Notice of Funding Opportunity.

• Review of applications received by May 14
• Presentation by Amy Rue regarding the Montana Meth Project
• Determination of in-person discussion requirements for applicants
• Scheduling of the next Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will discuss budget amendments for unanticipated revenue and review requests for land purchases. The meeting includes a bid opening for the Anselmo and Steward Mine yards rehabilitation and a presentation on a wildfire smoke outreach plan.

• Bid opening for rehabilitation project at Anselmo and Steward Mine yards
• Proposed budget amendments for a $30,000 grant and $38,000 for a Carousel Kiddie Slide replacement
• Request to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street
• Ordinance No. 2025-02 to create a Business Improvement District Board of Trustees
• Resolution No. 2025-28 regarding the sale of surplus parkland in the Ramsay Townsite

Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority

The Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority will consider two out-of-cycle funding requests. The body will also receive a final report from Story of Butte.

• Out-of-cycle request for Carpenters Union Hall elevator project
• Out-of-cycle request for Mainstreet Uptown Butte Headframe Lighting project
• Final report to SARTA from Ellen Crain and Mitzi Rossillon of Story of Butte

Urban Revitalization Board

The Board of URA is meeting to consider matching grant requests for property improvements. Staff have recommended funding for projects involving roofing, electrical, and exterior repairs at five different locations.

• 2 E. Galena: Recommended funding up to $29,375 for painting, roof, and drainage
• 111 N. Montana: Recommended funding up to $11,562.50 for TPO roof replacement
• 505–507 S. Idaho: Recommended funding up to $7,120.75 for doors, façade, porches, and windows
• 65 E. Broadway: Recommended funding up to $33,978.73 for electrical, HVAC, security, and fire sprinklers
• 215 W. Broadway: Recommended funding up to $16,633.50 for windows, HVAC, stairs, concrete, and insulation

The Urban Revitalization Board approved a loan of $81,027.70 with a 5% fixed rate for a 20‑year term to M&M Bar and Café Properties, LLC (Selina Pankovich). The motion was made by Kevin Patrick, seconded by Bob Brown, and carried unanimously. The board also unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the financial report.

• Approved loan $81,027.70 to M&M Bar & Café (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism Business Improvement District

The board is meeting to review 2025 summer grant applications and a special grant request. The agenda also includes a financial report, the digital summer campaign, and the CVB/DMO marketing plan.

• Review of 2025 Summer Grant Applications
• Special Grant Request
• Financial Report & Budget
• Digital Summer Campaign
• CVB/DMO Marketing Plan

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold public hearings to amend the FY 2025-2026 budget for a $30,000 grant and a $38,000 slide replacement at Ridge Waters. The body will also consider an ordinance to create a Business Improvement District Board of Trustees.

• Public hearing for $30,000 budget increase for unanticipated grant revenue
• Public hearing for $38,000 budget increase to replace Carousel Kiddie Slide at Ridge Waters
• Ordinance No. 2025-02 to create a Business Improvement District Board of Trustees
• Appointments of Justin Deshazo and Hanna Murphy to the Zoning Board
• Request by Patti and Chris Salmonsen to purchase land adjacent to 17 Tullamore Street

The council approved the May 7 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, each by a 9‑yea, 0‑nay vote. It concurred to appoint Justin Deshazo and Hanna Murphy to the Zoning Board and to reserve the Original Mine Yard for the 2025 Butte Pride Festival. The body also approved a series of construction agreements and related contracts, all with unanimous concurrence. Several items – a COVID‑loan presentation, a by‑law change, and a developer‑packet hearing – were held in abeyance pending future action.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (9 yea 0 nay)
• Appointed Justin Deshazo and Hanna Murphy to Zoning Board (concur and placed on file)
• Reserved Original Mine Yard for 2025 Butte Pride Festival (concur and placed on file)
• Approved Construction Agreement with High Country Concrete Inc. (2025‑251) (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Construction Agreement with D & M Builders LLC (2025‑252) (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Deposit Escrow agreement with Horizons Montana, LLC (2025‑257) (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Road Division Chip Seal Project agreement with Jeffery Contracting LLC (2025‑264) (9 yea 0 nay)

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board is meeting to review financial reports and the Urban Forester's report. The board will discuss a new brochure and the May 24th Arbor Day Celebration. Members will also address 2025 goals and the Commercial Landscaping subcommittee.

• Arbor Day Celebration on May 24th
• New brochure for Urban Forest board by Myles Stricker
• 2025 UFB goals
• Commercial Landscaping subcommittee

The board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The treasurer's bank statement showing a balance of $3,684.42 was approved unanimously. The goals for the Uptown Butte Business Improvement District were accepted by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved bank balance $3,684.42 (unanimous)
• Accepted Uptown Butte Business Improvement District goals (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board is meeting to discuss the 2025 BSB County Fair plan, including dates, venue, and events. The agenda includes reviews of financials and progress reports on sponsorships and donations.

• 2025 BSB County Fair plan (dates, venue, and events)
• Treasurer's report on account balances and invoices
• Sponsorship and donation progress reports
• Committee updates for concerts, marketing, vendors, events, open class, and teamwork

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear from department heads (Civic Center, Assessor, Sheriff) about operational issues and consider a proposed ordinance from GNCDCInc. that aims to establish procedures for neighborhood community coalitions and advisory councils. The commission will also hold a 30-minute charter review (Preamble, Sections IX, X), discuss public outreach, a potential marketing contractor, and schedule future meetings.

• Conversations with department heads: Bill Melvin (Civic Center), Tim Cassidy (Assessor), Sheriff Ed Lester (BSB Law Enforcement)
• Proposed Ordinance No. 14-8 from GNCDCInc. to create procedures for neighborhood community coalitions and advisory councils, citing the Greeley Neighborhood Area Plan
• 30-minute charter review of Preamble, Section IX, and Section X
• Discussion about a marketing/advertising contractor and public outreach (op-ed pieces, PartyLine update)
• Discussion about meeting schedule; no meeting May 26 (Memorial Day)

The Study Commission met at 5:00 p.m., took public comment on agenda and non‑agenda items, and discussed commissioner staffing and department issues. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; the May 12 minutes were held for review and will be presented for approval at the June 2 meeting. All other items were informational discussions.

Board of Health

The Butte-Silver Bow Board of Health will consider three action items at a special meeting: approving a $33,590.25 opioid abatement grant from the Montana Opioid Abatement Trust, authorizing use of SARTA funding for half of a $59,000 community health needs assessment (with Intermountain Health covering the other half), and approving a $13,600 mosquito abatement contract with JHS Inc. The meeting also includes public comment periods and administrative items.

• Approve $33,590.25 grant from Montana Opioid Abatement Trust for opioid abatement project
• Authorize use of SARTA funding for half of $59,000 Community Health Needs Assessment; Intermountain Health to cover other half; Professional Research Consultants retained
• Approve $13,600 agreement with JHS Inc. for mosquito abatement activities; $4,150 due in May, up to $9,450 after July 2
• Public comment on any agenda items and non-agenda items
• Next regular meeting scheduled for 7:00 a.m. June 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on two special use applications for short-term rentals and one variance application for oversized signs. The board will decide on the short-term rentals at 3545 White Way and 701 S Arizona St #301, and a variance to place two 55 sq ft signs on a building at 4500 Harrison Ave instead of a freestanding sign. Applicants must be present at the meeting.

• Special use application (SPUSE-25-000005) for a short-term rental at 3545 White Way, owned by Jolene Anderson
• Special use application (SPUSE-25-000007) for a short-term rental at 701 S Arizona St #301, owned by G & J Thompson Ranch LLC
• Variance application (VARIANCE-25-000004) to place two 55 sq ft signs on the north and south facades at 4500 Harrison Ave, replacing a freestanding sign

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to authorize several contracts with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services and Knowledge Capital Alliance. The board will also receive updates on staffing, budget, and urinary arsenic testing.

• Contract for Foundational Public Health Services up to $86,000
• Contract for immunization services totaling $15,549.00
• Contract for jail therapist and care coordinator services totaling $28,142.56
• Agreement with Knowledge Capital Alliance for VMSG Dashboard software at $100 per user/year
• Briefing on urinary arsenic testing and Medical Monitoring Working Group

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold public hearings on amending FY2024-2025 budgets for ARCO Source Areas/Stormwater and the Multi-Pathway Program, and will consider several communications including tax deed notifications, a $810,000 promissory note for a compactor, a $30,000 grant, and a $38,000 kiddie slide replacement at Ridge Waters. The meeting also includes presentations from the Silver Bow Development Disabilities Council and the Public Health Wildfire Smoke Outreach Plan, as well as committee reports.

• Resolution No. 2025-21: Authorizing a $810,000 loan from the general fund to purchase a compactor for the Solid Waste Division
• Communications to schedule public hearings on amending ARCO Source Areas/Stormwater budget and Multi-Pathway Program budget
• Communication No. 2025-242: $38,000 to replace the Carousel Kiddie Slide at Ridge Waters
• Communication No. 2025-241: $30,000 unanticipated revenue grant budget amendment
• Judiciary Committee to consider approving a 2-acre parcel of county land north of Ramsay School

Divide Refuse Board

The Divide Refuse District Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, review the user list, and authorize a payment to Beaverhead Solid Waste. No dollar amounts or detailed proposals are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of payment to Beaverhead Solid Waste (amount not listed)
• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion of user list for refuse services

The board approved the minutes from the May 2024 meeting after a motion and second. A motion was made to pay $13,775 to Beaverhead County for 2025, but the outcome was not recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Steve Salusso, seconded by Leanne Jensen)
• Motion to pay $13,775 to Beaverhead County for 2025 presented (motion by Steve Salusso, seconded by Leanne Jensen; outcome not recorded)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss possible structural changes. They will hear from the Animal Services and Government Buildings departments about operational issues. The commission will also review specific sections of the charter and plan public outreach efforts, including op-ed pieces and a marketing contractor. No final decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Conversation with Lynnette Hogart from Animal Services about department operations and structural needs
• Conversation with John Sullivan from Government Buildings about department operations and structural needs
• 30-minute charter review of Preamble, Section VII, and Section VIII
• Discussion of public outreach including op-ed pieces and a marketing/advertising contractor

The Study Commission voted to accept the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Shaw and seconded by Thielen. The approval was unanimous, and the record will be corrected as noted. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will continue its discussion on proposed 2026 rental fees for park facilities and receive an update on surplus property. Department heads will present reports on parks operations, recreation events, forestry, the golf course, and aquatics. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items and other topics.

• Continued discussion on 2026 original rental fee schedule
• Parks surplus property update
• Reports on banners, parks maintenance, and upcoming recreation events
• Highland View Golf Course update from manager Keith Ogolin
• Ridge Waters Aquatic Manager’s report from Stacey Butler

Housing Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review its purpose, structure, and future meeting frequency. Members will discuss expanding committee representation and establish near-term goals aligned with the Housing Plan, along with an overview of current projects and upcoming initiatives. No minutes were taken at the previous meeting in November 2024. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Review of committee purpose and structure (chair/co-chair, length of service)
• Discussion of committee representation expansion
• Establishment of near-term goals aligned with the Housing Plan
• Overview of current housing projects underway
• Preview of upcoming housing initiatives and involvement opportunities

The committee decided to hold meetings on a quarterly basis. It agreed to keep meetings informal with no officers, and Nancy DesRosiers will lead the meetings. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopt quarterly meeting schedule
• Keep meetings informal with no officers
• Nancy DesRosiers designated as meeting leader

Public Meetings and Hearings

The Butte-Silver Bow Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review its purpose and scope, discuss expanding membership, and establish near-term goals aligned with the Housing Plan. The committee will also hear an overview of current housing projects and preview upcoming initiatives. Public comment is invited on agenda items and other housing matters.

• Committee representation expansion discussion
• Establish near-term goals aligned with the Housing Plan
• Overview of projects underway
• Preview of upcoming initiatives and involvement opportunities

Archives Board

The Board of Directors will review the financial position of the Archives and Chateau with the Budget & Finance Office. The meeting includes discussions on the auditorium fee structure and the deaccession of specific collection items.

• Review of Archives/Chateau financial position
• Discussion of Auditorium Fee Structure
• Deaccession of 2025.033 – Dennis Wheatley Mysteries
• Deaccession of 2025.042 – Ireland to Butte Poster
• Increase in fellowship applicant request limit from $3,000 to $4,000

The Board approved the April 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Marissa Newman was seconded and passed. The Board also approved the deaccession of items 2025.033 (Dennis Wheatley Mysteries) and 2025.042 (Ireland to Butte Poster) after a motion by Marissa Newman was seconded and passed. An updated auditorium fee structure was proposed for discussion at the June meeting.

• Approved April 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved deaccession of items 2025.033 and 2025.042 (motion passed)

Civic Center Board

The Butte Civic Center Board will discuss awarding the 2027 MHSA Class B State Basketball Tournament, review the 2025/2026 budget, and hear updates on a sound system upgrade and a pickleball exhibition. Old business includes updates on tournament bids, a new floor for a pickleball exhibition, Engine #25, and the north parking lot. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 2027 MHSA Class B State Basketball Tournament award decision
• 2025/2026 Budget Update
• Sound System Upgrade Report
• June 13 & 14 – Pickleball Exhibition
• Engine #25 Grand Announcement (today at 4:00pm)

Airport Authority Board

The Board will approve minutes and bills, discuss air service development, and consider recommendations for bid awards on AIP 77&78. A budget for fiscal year 2025-26 will be reviewed. The FAA Part 139 Inspection and Lakeshore Development are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of April 2, 2025 regular board meeting
• Approve bills as presented
• Recommendation of Bid Awards for AIP 77&78
• Budget for FY 25-26
• FAA Part 139 Inspection

The Airport Authority Board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the bills as presented. After those actions, the board adjourned the meeting at 12:25 pm. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted Feb 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted bills as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:25 pm (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider a resolution authorizing an $810,000 promissory note to purchase a compactor, hold bid openings for the 2025 Road Division Chip Seal Project and the Courthouse Restroom Renovation Phase 2, and schedule a public hearing to amend the budget for a replacement Carousel Kiddie Slide at Ridge Waters. The consent agenda includes a $35,000 agreement for the 2025 Alley Rally Program, approval of a final plat for Rail Park #1 Minor Subdivision, and law enforcement promotions for nine officers. Resolutions for final reading cover budget amendments for an emergency generator at the Butte Civic Center and other items.

• Resolution 2025-21: $810,000 promissory note from general fund for a solid waste compactor
• Public hearing to amend budget for replacing Carousel Kiddie Slide at Ridge Waters (amendment amount $38,000 in Communication 2025-242)
• Bid opening for Courthouse Restroom Renovation Phase 2 (Communication 2025-215)
• Professional services agreement for 2025 Alley Rally Program at $35,000 (Communication 2025-223)
• Approval of law enforcement promotions for nine officers (Communication 2025-219)

The council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with CCCS, Inc. to manage the 2025 Alley Rally program (May 13‑Aug 10) at a cost of $35,000. It also approved a Class 3 kennel license for the animal shelter parcel at 7901 Continental Drive and concurred on several other agreements and grant applications. All motions passed with a 10‑0 vote.

• Approved $35,000 Alley Rally management contract (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved Class 3 Kennel License at 7901 Continental Drive (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Concurred on digital scorer table purchase agreement (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved $1,200 SAIL health grant application (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved HM Stop Loss insurance application (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved reservation of Original Mine Yard for 2025 An Ri Ra Irish Festival (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved death benefit claim for Animal Shelter (10 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved easement with Town Pump for underground utility work (10 yea, 0 nay)

Greenway Authority Board

The Greenway Management Board will meet to discuss the Silver Bow Creek Greenway and conduct a trail tour starting from Miles Crossing. The board is scheduled to consider an access agreement for a gaging station and receive a railroad update regarding Durant Canyon.

• Approval of Access Agreement for Gaging Station
• Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) Railroad Update
• Patriot overview of previous easement locations
• Trail tour commencing from Miles Crossing

Harrison Avenue South - Urban Revitalization District Board

The Harrison Avenue South Urban Revitalization District Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve funding for the reconstruction of Howard Avenue. Staff recommends awarding up to $95,000 toward the total construction cost of $649,596.75. The board will also receive a director's report, financial report, and project updates.

• Infrastructure project request for Howard Avenue reconstruction with construction costs of $649,596.75
• Recommendation to award up to $95,000 from HAS URD funds for the project
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Director's report and financial report/budget review
• Update on other projects

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously accepted the financial report presented by Pauline. Finally, the board unanimously approved a $95,000 award to help fund the reconstruction of Howard Avenue.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved $95,000 award for Howard Avenue reconstruction (unanimous)

Weed Control Board

The Butte Weed Control Board will meet on May 6, 2025 to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, receive updates on federal and state management, review a progress report, and open herbicide bids. The meeting is open to the public with a five-minute comment limit.

• Herbicide bid opening
• Approval of April 1, 2025 minutes
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

The board approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. It also approved accepting the herbicide bid from Pioneer Weed Control, Inc. for $8,850.80. The next meeting was scheduled for June 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved acceptance of herbicide bid from Pioneer Weed Control, Inc. – $8,850.80 (motion passed)
• Set next meeting date for Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Fair Board

The Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss 4-H updates, financial reports, and the 2025 County Fair plan including dates, venue, and events. Sponsorship and donation progress, along with committee reports for concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, and teamwork, are also on the agenda. No specific votes or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Treasurer's report with account balance, outstanding invoices, credits, and checks
• 2025 BSB County Fair plan discussion (dates, venue, events)
• 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets, letters, and progress report
• Committee updates: concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, teamwork

Fire Advisory Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow Fire Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 1, 2025, receive follow-up information on IT committees in both departments, and discuss House Bill 547. Public comment will be taken on agenda and non-agenda items. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Follow-up on IT committees in both departments
• Discussion of House Bill 547
• Approval of April 1, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public comment periods

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. Jason Willoughby moved to approve, Aaron Facincani seconded, and all members present voted in favor. The approval was unanimous. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear a presentation on a proposed charter amendment and one on community councils. Commissioners will also review Articles V and VI of the charter. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on public outreach, op-eds, and marketing, along with updates on scheduled speakers who have been postponed or rescheduled.

• Presentation by Ed Banderob on a proposed charter amendment
• Presentation by Ed Banderob on community councils
• Charter review of Articles V and VI
• Party line updates: Mary McCormick and Ben Thielen confirmed for May 21; Cindy Perdue-Dolan, Lori Casey, and Chad Silk for June 18
• Judges McCarthy, Kilmer, and Pezdark postponed to June 30; Fire Chief Zach Osborne moved to June 9

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Local Government Study Commission will hold conversations with three department heads (Community Enrichment, IT, Planning) to discuss operational issues and potential structural changes. Members will also conduct a 30-minute review of the charter's preamble and Sections I through III. Updates on public outreach, including scheduled party line events and a marketing contractor discussion, are on the agenda.

• Conversations with departments: Community Enrichment (Dave Aguirre), IT (Kreh Germaine), Planning (Julia Crain)
• 30-minute charter review covering Preamble, Section I, Section II, and Section III
• Public outreach discussion and party line update (May 21 and June 18 dates)
• Discussion about hiring a marketing/advertising contractor
• Postponement of May 5 judicial speakers to June 30

The Study Commission approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Stepan, seconded by McCormick, and passed unanimously. The misspelling of Cindy Perdue‑Dolan’s name on page 10 will be corrected. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Correct misspelling of Cindy Perdue‑Dolan’s name on page 10

Public Art Committee

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss the definition of public art and to plan a public meeting. The agenda also includes reports from meetings with Shawn Frederickson and JP Gallagher, as well as approval of March meeting minutes.

• Discussion on the definition of public art
• Planning a public meeting
• Report on meeting with Shawn Frederickson
• Report on meeting with JP Gallagher
• Approval of March meeting minutes

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Butte Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold its regular meeting, including approval of February minutes, public comment, and a presentation on earthquake studies by Mike Stickney of MBMG. Members will receive updates on hazmat incidents, emergency alerts, the hazard mitigation plan (already approved by LEPC and scheduled for a council presentation on April 23), grants, training, NorthWestern Energy wildfire communication, public health, and sheltering.

• Presentation on earthquake studies by Mike Stickney, MBMG Director of Earthquake Studies
• Hazard Mitigation Plan — LEPC approved; council presentation scheduled for April 23
• Hazmat incident reports and emergency alerts issued
• Grant updates from Lisa Carey
• NorthWestern Energy wildfire public information update

The committee approved the February 26, 2025 LEPC minutes unanimously. The meeting included a presentation on seismic network upgrades, a report of a single HAZMAT spill, and updates on weather, training, public health, and shelter status. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget to accept a $60,000 BJA grant for the Veterans Treatment Court. Presentations are scheduled on the renewal of the county's self-funded health insurance plan, tax fraud awareness by Carpenters Local 82, and the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Several communications request authorization to schedule future public hearings and bid openings, including for a chip seal project and a replacement kiddie slide at Ridge Waters. Additional resolutions propose budget amendments for an emergency generator at the Butte Civic Center and a property transfer.

• Public hearing on $60,000 budget amendment for Veterans Treatment Court (BJA grant)
• Presentation on self-funded health insurance renewal for July 2025–June 2026
• Resolution to install emergency generator at Butte Civic Center using Montana Disaster and Emergency Services grant
• Resolution to send firemen/hazmat technicians to IAFC Hazmat Conference in Baltimore using federal DOT grant
• Property transfer of Lot 9A to Faradyne Power Systems

Mosquito Control District Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Mosquito District Board will meet to review the 2024 summary report from JHS Inc., discuss the upcoming budget, and consider a contract for mosquito control services with JHS Inc. The board will also cover future control services and approve minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of the 2024 summary report from JHS Inc.
• Review of the upcoming budget
• Contract for mosquito control services with JHS Inc.
• Planning for future control services
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2024

The board approved the minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting. It also approved the 2025 mosquito abatement contract with JHS, Inc. The board discussed the district budget and future control services but took no vote on those items. The meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 16, 2024 meeting
• Approved 2025 Mosquito Abatement contract with JHS, Inc.

Fair Board

The Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Board will hold a regular meeting to hear 4-H updates, review financials including the treasurer's report, and discuss the 2025 county fair plan covering dates, venue, and events. They will also receive reports on sponsorships and donations, and updates from various committees (concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, teamwork). The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items.

• Treasurer's report on account balances, outstanding invoices, and checks
• 2025 county fair plan: dates, venue, and events
• Sponsorship and donation sheets, letters, and progress report
• Committee reports: concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, teamwork
• Next regular meeting scheduled for May 6, 2025

The board confirmed the Civic Center as the venue for the July 29‑August 3, 2025 county fair. The TBID application was approved. The board changed its meeting schedule to bi‑weekly at 11 AM, with a possible shift to weekly meetings starting in June. Vendor fee and agreement deadlines were set for July 1, 2025.

• Confirmed Civic Center as 2025 fair venue (July 29‑Aug 3)
• Approved TBID application (Teamwork Committee)
• Changed board meetings to bi‑weekly at 11 AM, may become weekly in June
• Set vendor fee deadline July 1, 2025
• Set vendor written‑agreement deadline July 1, 2025
• Established vendor fees: $200 for food vendors, $150 for non‑food vendors
• Budgeted $40,000 in sponsorships to be provided by BSB County in July/August 2025
• UPTOp will donate shirts for the fair

Urban Revitalization Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Urban Revitalization Board will consider a loan request of $81,027.70 at 5% interest over 20 years for improvements to 17 N. Main (M&M Bar and Café). The board will also review financial reports and the director's report, and will close the meeting for loan discussion before reopening for action.

• Loan request: $81,027.70 at 5% fixed rate over 20 years for 17 N. Main (M&M Bar and Café) – vaulted sidewalk, sign, and basement upgrades
• Applicant must be present for the board to act on the loan
• Meeting will close for loan discussion under Item 5a, then reopen for board action

The Urban Revitalization Board approved the meeting minutes and accepted the financial report, both unanimously. The board then approved a $81,027.70 loan at a 5% fixed rate for 20 years to M&M Bar and Café Properties, LLC/Selina Pankovich. The meeting was adjourned without public comment.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report (unanimous)
• Approved $81,027.70 loan to M&M Bar and Café Properties at 5% for 20 years (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear a presentation from the MSU Extension Service on alternate charter forms, particularly the city-manager model. Department heads from Disaster & Emergency Services, Clerk and Recorder, and the County Attorney's office will discuss operational issues and potential structural changes. The commission will also review the preamble and first sections of the county charter, and plan public outreach efforts.

• Presentation by MSU Extension Service on alternate charter forms, focusing on city-manager model
• Department discussions with Lisa Carey (DES), Cindy Sherman (Clerk & Recorder), Matt Enrooth (County Attorney)
• 30-minute review of Charter Preamble, Section I, and Section II
• Public outreach discussion including Op-Ed pieces and marketing contractor
• Party Line update: McCormick and Thielen confirmed for May 21; need volunteers for June 18

The Study Commission voted to accept the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Shaw, seconded by Dennehy, and passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during this session.

• Approved April 14 minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two land-use applications. The board will consider a request for a short-term rental and a permit for a perimeter fence.

• Special Use application for a short-term rental at 3545 White Way
• Conditional Use Permit for an 8-foot perimeter fence with barbed wire at 574 Gladstone Avenue

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to discuss administrative items, guest presentations, and ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on the ESSA report and the 2025 Wellness Fair.

• ESSA report update
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair and associated grant
• WRAP class update
• Butte Pride Foundation discussion

The council met with quorum and approved the corrected minutes from the previous meeting. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were discussed or tabled.

• Approved corrected minutes from the previous meeting (passed)

Council of Commissioners

The Council will hold public hearings on budget amendments for a Homeland Security grant ($114,613) and a hazmat conference travel grant. The consent agenda includes authorization for a purchase and sales agreement for 600 acres in Montana Connections for a datacenter campus, final agreements for Excelsior and Howard Avenue improvements, and renewals of various contracts and board appointments. Resolutions are introduced to amend the budget for an emergency generator at the Butte Civic Center, Veterans Treatment Court funding, and other grants.

• Purchase and sales agreement with Horizons Montana, LLC for 600 acres in Montana Connections for a datacenter campus (Communication 2025-211).
• Excelsior Avenue Improvements Project Phase 3 final agreement with Jefferey Contracting (Communication 2025-203).
• Howard Avenue Improvements Project Phase 3 final agreement with Jefferey Contracting (Communication 2025-204).
• Courthouse Window Replacement contract amendment (Communication 2025-200).
• Resolution appropriating grant revenue for installing an emergency generator at the Butte Civic Center (Resolution 2025-10).

The council approved the April 2 meeting minutes and an emergency suspension of rules to let Don Davis sign the Clark’s Park gazebo contract. It also approved a consent agenda with listed exceptions and concurred on multiple infrastructure agreements, such as LED light poles at Skyline Park and a management contract for new EV chargers. Several road and public‑works improvement agreements were also placed on file.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (11‑0)
• Approved emergency suspension of rules for Clark’s Park gazebo contract (10‑1)
• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (11‑0)
• Concurred on agreement for two LED light poles at Skyline Park (11‑0)
• Concurred on EV charger management agreement for Broadway and Main parking lot (9‑2)
• Concurred on Excelsior Avenue Improvements Project Phase 3 agreement (11‑0)
• Concurred on Howard Avenue Improvements Project Phase 3 agreement (11‑0)
• Concurred on Veterans Treatment Court Veteran Coordinator agreement (11‑0)

Urban Forest Board

The Urban Forest Board will meet to review its 2025 goals and a new board brochure. The meeting includes reports on Arbor Day and commercial landscaping.

• Review of 2025 UFB goals
• Presentation of new Urban Forest board brochure by Myles Stricker
• Arbor Day and Urban Forester report by Trevor Peterson
• Commercial Landscaping sub committee report
• Farmers Market May 3rd discussion

The board unanimously approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The proposed 2025 draft goals were tabled because of time constraints. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled 2025 draft goals (due to time constraints)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Animal Services Board

The Animal Services Board will review updates on the animal shelter remodel project and the Animal Services Ordinance. The board is also addressing a $50,000 death benefit from Susan Gutebier. Members will discuss upcoming interviews for a Study Commission and staff attendance at a welfare summit.

• $50,000 Death Benefit from Susan Gutebier
• Animal Shelter Remodel Project Update
• Animal Services Ordinance Update
• Study Commission Interview on 5/12/25
• Mountain Animal Welfare Summit attendance on 6/11/25

The Animal Services Board approved the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5-0 vote. The board also voted 5-0 to adjourn the April 15 meeting. Additional actions included introducing the newly appointed board member Hattie Thatcher and granting permission to close the Animal Control office on June 11 for a summit.

• Approved January 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)
• Introduced new board member Hattie Thatcher (Commission appointment)
• Permission granted to close Animal Control office on June 11, 2025 for summit attendance
• Pete Cassidy and Krissy Kraczkowsky volunteered for ordinance rewrite committee

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear from the Treasurer, Health Department, and Clerk of District Court on their department responsibilities and potential structural changes. The commission will also discuss public outreach, including an upcoming Party Line event and a marketing contractor. Other items include a change to the interview schedule and a 30-minute charter review.

• Conversation with Treasurer Lori Baker-Patrick, Health Department's Karen Maloughney, and Clerk of District Court Beth Parks on government efficiency
• Discussion of public outreach including Party Line event on April 16 and need for volunteers for May 21
• Discussion about hiring a marketing/advertising contractor
• Change of interview schedule
• 30-minute charter review session

The Study Commission met at 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2025. A motion to accept the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting was made by Dennehy, seconded by Shaw, and approved unanimously. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and Q&A with the Treasurer’s and Health Department’s staff, with no additional motions or votes recorded.

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

Parks & Recreation Board

The Butte Parks and Recreation Board will consider a discussion on 2026 original rental fees, review a new department logo, and receive updates on the Father Sheehan Park Storm Water project, recent conference attendance, and upcoming events. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of 2026 original rental fees for parks facilities
• Review and potential adoption of a new BSB Parks & Rec logo
• Update on the Father Sheehan Park Storm Water project
• Recap of the Montana Recreation Parks Association Annual Conference
• Pickle Ball Exhibition and Butte High School Job Fair (upcoming events)

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the appointment of Ristene Hall. The board also approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned at 12:22 pm.

• Approved appointment of Ristene Hall (motion moved by Cathy Tutty, seconded by Ristene Hall)
• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion moved by Cathy Tutty, seconded by Ristene Hall)
• Adjourned meeting (motion moved by Cathy Tutty, seconded by Chuck Merrifield)

Archives Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives Board of Directors will meet to consider the FY26 preliminary budget, receive the 2024 annual report, and discuss the Senior Technical Archivist position. They will also plan for an annual budget update at the May meeting. The director's report covers staffing shortages, a grant wrap-up, and upcoming events.

• Review and discuss FY26 Preliminary Budget
• Receive 2024 Annual Report (already presented to Council of Commissioners)
• Discussion of Senior Technical Archivist position
• Plan for Annual Budget Update at May meeting
• Note that there are no deaccessions to consider

The board approved the March 2025 minutes after Marissa Newman moved to approve them and Bill McKenzie seconded; the motion passed. The meeting included a director’s report, a brief overview of the 2024 Annual Report, and discussion of the FY26 preliminary budget. The board noted plans to submit a requisition for a Senior Technical Archivist position and to provide a budget update at the May meeting.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Civic Center Board

The Butte Civic Center Board of Directors will discuss a 2025/2026 budget update, bids for the 2027 MHSA State Basketball Tournament, and a pickleball exhibition on May 3. Old business includes reports on a sound system upgrade, the basketball floor, and new scorer tables. The meeting is largely procedural, with updates on facility operations and upcoming events.

• 2025/2026 Budget Update
• 2027 MHSA State Basketball Tournament Bids
• May 3, 2025 Pickleball Exhibition (new floor)
• North Parking Lot Update
• Report on sound system upgrade visit with sound engineer Ben Bridgewater

The board voted to approve the January 9 2025 Board minutes. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved January 9 2025 Board minutes (motion passed)

Board of Health

The Butte-Silver Bow Board of Health will consider several contracts and a funding request at its April 9 meeting. Action items include authorizing a $59,000 community health needs assessment, a $102,499 HIV prevention contract, and a $362,185 mobile crisis response contract amendment. The board will also discuss a truck wreck protocol review and consider a request to use SARTA funds for a free skin cancer screening bus.

• $362,185 contract amendment for mobile crisis response program services
• $102,499 contract for HIV prevention and outreach services
• $59,000 contract for Community Health Needs Assessment with PRC
• Request to use $5,000 SARTA funding for SunBus skin cancer screenings on July 20
• Truck Wreck Protocol Review

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on April 9, 2025, to discuss several communications. Key items include scheduling public hearings for budget amendments, including a $114,613 grant for emergency management, and presentations on the Archives 2024 Annual Report and updates on the 2025 legislative session.

• Communication No. 2025-155: Public hearing to amend FY 2024-2025 budget for $114,613 unanticipated revenue from State Homeland Security Grant Program
• Communication No. 2025-142: Public hearing to amend Fire Department budget for increased expenditures of unanticipated revenue
• Communication No. 2025-168: Public hearing for unanticipated revenue regarding Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness grant for IAFC Hazmat Conference
• Communication No. 2025-170: Request to prepare resolution authorizing mailing of Tax Deed Notifications
• Public Works Committee items include review of walking trail tunnel under Harrison Avenue and request for safety signage at Beef Trail Rd./Ski Area Loop

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 BSB County Fair plan, including dates, venue, and events. The board will also review financial reports and sponsorship progress.

• Review of treasurer's report, account balances, and outstanding invoices
• Planning for 2025 fair dates, venue, and events
• Review of 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets and progress
• Updates from concert, marketing, vendor, events, open class, and teamwork committees

The board confirmed the 2025 fair will run July 29 through August 3 at the Civic Center. It approved a plan to visit potential sponsors in person with request letters. Vendor fees and agreements were set to be due July 1, and the TBID application was approved. Meeting frequency was changed to bi‑weekly at 11 AM, with a possible shift to weekly starting June.

• Confirmed fair dates July 29‑Aug 3, 2025 at Civic Center
• Approved in‑person sponsor outreach with request letters
• Set vendor fee deadline July 1 and vendor agreement deadline July 1
• Approved TBID application (Teamwork Committee)
• Changed regular meetings to bi‑weekly at 11 AM, may become weekly in June
• Authorized UPTOp to provide donated shirts for the fair

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hold a public meeting on April 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda features conversations with department heads from Finance and Budget, Public Library, and Auditor departments to discuss operational issues and potential structural changes. The Commission will also discuss public outreach, a marketing/advertising contractor, and the format of future discussions with the Council of Commissioners. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes.

• Conversations with Finance Department head Karen Hassler, Public Library head Stef Johnson, and Auditor Wendy McGrath
• Update on Party Line events: April 16 confirmed, need volunteers for May 21
• Discussion about hiring a marketing/advertising contractor
• Discussion on format of discussions with Council of Commissioners
• Public comment on agenda items and other matters within commission jurisdiction

The Study Commission voted to accept the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Dennehy, seconded by Shaw, and passed unanimously. No other actions were voted on during the session.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Fire Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Fire Commission will discuss the interview process and then conduct interviews for 2-3 probationary firefighter positions. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment after the interviews.

• Discussion of interview process for 2-3 probationary firefighter positions
• Interviews scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The commission met at 9:00 a.m., took roll call, and reviewed the probationary firefighter position. Oral interviews were held from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and interview scores were submitted to HR for tabulation. No formal decisions or approvals were recorded.

Airport Authority Board

The Butte Airport Authority Board meeting is largely procedural, with votes to approve the previous meeting's minutes and current bills. Old business covers Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants, and other business includes an update from the Air Service Development Committee.

• Approve minutes of the March 5, 2025 regular board meeting
• Approve bills as presented
• Discussion of Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants under old business
• Air Service Development Committee update under other business

The board approved the minutes from the Jan 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved the bills presented for the current period. The six‑month financial statement was accepted as presented. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted Jan 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted presented bills (unanimous)
• Accepted six‑month financial statement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will hold final readings on three resolutions: conditional approval of the Painted Meadows Minor Subdivision and two budget amendments appropriating unanticipated revenue from the Montana Department of Commerce for redevelopment of the Phoenix Building and for headframe lighting. Other items include authorizations to write off three loans from the Anaconda/Arco loan fund, approval of two Fire Department promotions, and reconsideration of a previous communication. The consent agenda covers grant applications, event permits, and agreements for cybersecurity services, a printer maintenance contract, and an easement for a pipeline.

• Resolution 2025-15: Conditional approval of Painted Meadows Minor Subdivision
• Resolution 2025-16: Budget amendment for redevelopment of the Phoenix Building
• Resolution 2025-17: Budget amendment for headframe lighting
• Communication 2025-165: Authorization to write off three loans from the Anaconda/Arco loan fund and seek collections
• Communications 2025-166/167: Approval of Brant Bristol as Battalion Chief and Wayne Butori as Captain for the Fire Department

The council approved the March 19 meeting minutes and an emergency suspension of the rules, both unanimously. It referred the bid opening for the Anselmo and Steward Mine yards rehabilitation to the Planning Department and approved the write‑off of $18,563.93 in loans. The board confirmed fire‑department appointments for Battalion Chief Brant Bristol and Captain Wayne Butori. Three resolutions were adopted, including conditional approval of the Painted Meadows subdivision and budget allocations for the Phoenix Building redevelopment and headframe lighting.

• Approved March 19 minutes (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved emergency suspension of the rules (9 yea 0 nay)
• Referred bid opening for Anselmo and Steward Mine yards rehab to Planning Dept (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved write‑off of $18,563.93 loans (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Brant Bristol as Battalion Chief (9 yea 0 nay)
• Approved Wayne Butori as Captain (9 yea 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution 2025‑15 granting conditional approval of Painted Meadows subdivision (9 yea 0 nay)
• Passed Resolution 2025‑16 allocating state revenue for Phoenix Building redevelopment (8 yea 1 nay)

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will meet to discuss federal and state management updates and a progress report. The board is also scheduled to review herbicide bid packets.

• Review of herbicide bid packets
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

The board approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It re‑appointed Scott Haeffner as Vice Chairman/Vice President. The board unanimously approved advertising the herbicide bid request. The next meeting was scheduled for May 6, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Re‑appointed Scott Haeffner as Vice Chairman/Vice President (approved)
• Approved advertising the herbicide bid request (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for May 6, 2025 at 7:00 pm (scheduled)

Fire Advisory Committee

The Fire Advisory Committee will hold a largely procedural meeting with public comment and approval of prior minutes. Leadership will discuss volunteer availability, related apps, the Director of Fire Services role, pager use, and radio maintenance.

• Discussion of volunteer availability and tracking programs/apps
• Review of the Director of Fire Services role
• Pager and radio maintenance topics
• Approval of February 6, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting, also unanimously. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss departmental responsibilities and potential structural changes for efficiency. Department heads from Human Resources, Reclamation and Environmental Services, and Community and Economic Development will attend. The commission will also discuss public outreach and an upcoming Op-Ed piece.

• Departmental discussions with Human Resources
• Departmental discussions with Reclamation and Environmental Services
• Departmental discussions with Community and Economic Development
• Public outreach and local Op-Ed piece update
• Discussion on the format of meetings with the Council of Commissioners

The commission voted to accept the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting with a correction to the Party Line date. The motion was made by Dennehy, seconded by Thielen, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Butte Silver Bow Council on Aging will hold a routine board meeting featuring updates from the executive director and financial status, as well as discussion of empty board seats and positions. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and any new business.

• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2024
• Executive Director updates
• Financial status updates
• Payroll responsibilities update
• Discussion of empty board seats and positions

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss multiple requests to schedule presentations, bid openings, and public hearings. Items include a final draft of the Fire Department Long-Range Master Plan, a bid opening for the Howard Avenue Total Reconstruction Project, and budget amendments for $102,499 from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services and $114,613 from the State Homeland Security Grant Program. The Judiciary Committee also presents resolutions for a minor subdivision and redevelopment projects.

• Bid opening request for Howard Avenue Total Reconstruction Project
• Budget amendment of $102,499 from Montana DPHHS contract
• Budget amendment of $114,613 from Homeland Security Grant Program
• Resolution granting conditional approval for Painted Meadows Minor Subdivision
• Resolution appropriating funds for Phoenix Building redevelopment

Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority

The Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority will hold a funding review discussion for the revised Visions and Voices project and begin initial discussions for the 2025 Notice of Funding Availability, including modifications to grant application, funding priorities, and review criteria. Public comment will be heard on agenda items.

• Funding review discussion for revised Visions and Voices project
• Initial discussion for 2025 Notice of Funding Availability
• Potential modifications to grant application, funding priorities, and review criteria
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024
• Public comment periods on agenda and non-agenda items

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to discuss department responsibilities and potential structural changes for efficiency. The commission will also address by-laws and public outreach strategies.

• Conversations with BSB Public Archives, Parks and Recreation Department, and Superintendent of Schools
• Approval of By-Laws
• Discussion on public outreach and a local Op-Ed piece

The commission approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken; the session consisted of departmental presentations and discussion of archive space, staffing, and Parks and Recreation funding.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mile High Conservation District

The Mile High Conservation District holds a routine meeting to approve minutes, review the financial report, and discuss business items including a new 310 form, WRC update, and legislative updates. The board also plans to invite the County Attorney and Flood Plain Coordinator for future meetings. Reports will be given from NRCS, Extension, RC&D, DNRC, MACD, and supervisors. No major decisions or proposals are on the agenda.

• New 310 form (MHCD 310) discussion
• WRC update
• Legislative updates
• Invites for County Attorney and Flood Plain Coordinator
• Reports from NRCS, Extension, RC&D, DNRC, MACD

Public Art Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the definition of public art and receive project updates on sculpture placement and a plan draft. They will consider holding a public meeting to establish grant priorities and discuss developing a budget through Butte-Silver Bow. Heather Smith from the Missoula Art Committee is also scheduled to present.

• Presentation on definition of public art by Bre and Natalie
• Project updates: sculpture placement and plan draft
• Potential public meeting to set grant priorities
• Development of a budget through Butte-Silver Bow
• Visit from Heather Smith of the Missoula Art Committee

Tax Increment Financing Industrial District (TIFID)

The Butte-Silver Bow TIFID Board of Directors meets to vote on a Foreign Trade Zone grantee request and discuss several development projects. Action items include approval of the grant request, while discussion items cover a potential Murdoch's settlement agreement, future development decisions, and updates on Dvele and Cenate projects. The board will also note previous consent agenda approvals for Cenate purchase agreement, Port of Montana development agreement, and Pioneer Technical Rail Park subdivision contract.

• Foreign Trade Zone Grantee Request – staff recommends approval (action item)
• Future Development – Project Decision (discussion item)
• Murdoch's Settlement Agreement (discussion item)
• Project Updates – Dvele and Cenate (discussion item)
• Recycling Building (discussion item)

The board later determined the March 21, 2025 meeting was not properly noticed, so the actions taken will be voted on at the next meeting. The board unanimously approved the minutes from December 12, 2024. The board also unanimously approved the staff recommendation to become the Foreign Trade Zone grantee for the Billings refinery.

• Approved December 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Foreign Trade Zone grantee request (unanimous)

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to discuss behavioral health initiatives and administrative items. The agenda includes updates on the ESSA report, a 988 poster contest, and the 2026 Wellness Fair.

• ESSA report update
• 988 Poster Color contest
• Wellness Fair 2026 planning
• Learning Days date selection for Butte Pride Foundation and Board of Visitors/Ombudsman
• Angel initiative rollout for Butte Silver-Bow

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The Butte Silver Bow Local Behavioral Health Advisory Council will meet to review administrative reports and member updates. The body will discuss the 2025 Wellness Fair and the ESSA report. New business includes the 2025 Wellness Fair application.

• ESSA report
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair
• WRAP class update
• 2025 Wellness Fair application

A quorum of 17 members was established. The council moved, seconded and passed a motion to approve the minutes from the prior meeting. The treasurer reported a balance of $6,387.55 and noted two pending bills and an expense for stickers. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved last month’s meeting minutes (motion passed)

Fair Board

The Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Board will discuss the 2026 county fair plan, including dates, venue, and events. The board is also proposing the creation of board bylaws and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with 4-H.

• 2026 BSB County Fair planning (dates, venue, events, and volunteers)
• Review of sponsorship and donation cover letters and level sheets
• Creation of BSB Fair Board bylaws and mission statement
• Development of a BSB Fair Board and 4-H Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Assignment of primary contacts for marketing, vendors, open class, and rodeo arena

Council of Commissioners

The Council will hold a final vote on a zoning change for 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Avenue from M-1 (Light Industrial) to C-2 (Community Commercial). Other items include a bid opening for the Howard Avenue Total Reconstruction Project, a presentation on the Fire Department's Long-Range Master Plan, and multiple consent agenda items such as budget amendments, grants, and agreements.

• Final reading of ordinance rezoning 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Bid opening for Howard Avenue Total Reconstruction Project
• Presentation of Butte-Silver Bow Fire Department Long-Range Master Plan
• Budget amendments for Phoenix Building redevelopment ($102,499 DPHHS) and Headframe Lighting
• Chick-fil-A development agreement under Harrison Avenue South Urban Renewal District

The council unanimously approved the March 5 meeting minutes and an emergency suspension of three communications. It also approved several grant and contract agreements, including five HB 355 SLIPA grants and a $102,499 amendment to the health budget. A motion to deny the purchase of the Spolar Add property failed.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (11 yea 0 nay)
• Approved emergency suspension of Communications 2025-162,163,164 (11 yea 0 nay)
• Concurred and placed on file grant agreements for five HB 355 SLIPA grants
• Concurred and placed on file change order #1 for Swan Enterprises solids handling project
• Concurred and placed on file MDT Section 5311 operating agreement for rooftop heating/cooling at Transfer Station
• Concurred and placed on file agreement with Hollow Contracting for 2025 Road Division Mill/Fill Project
• Approved $102,499 amendment to FY 2024‑2025 health budget (proponents 1, opponents 0)
• Motion to deny Communication 2025-141 failed (9 yea 2 nay)

Urban Forest Board

The Butte Urban Forest Board will review and approve February minutes, hear a financial report, and receive updates from the Urban Forester and on a new brochure. The board will also discuss new goals for 2025 and receive a subcommittee report on commercial landscaping.

• Update on new Urban Forest Board brochure by Myles Stricker
• Discussion and setting of 2025 UFB goals
• Urban Forester report by Trevor Peterson
• MUFCA/DNRC Urban Forest Board report by Bruce
• Commercial Landscaping subcommittee report

The Butte-Silver Bow Urban Forest Board met on March 18, 2025, and approved the February 18, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. Jacob Lee was accepted as a new board member. The board discussed draft goals for 2025, including investing up to $2,000 on Rowe Road planting and hosting Arbor Day 2025, but no formal decisions were made on these goals. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved February 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Jacob Lee as new board member
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will vote on authorizing an amended Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Deep Roots Counseling and Butte-Silver Bow for Mobile Crisis Services provision. Briefings include health department updates on staffing, program highlights, and budget/audit results, as well as reports on urinary arsenic testing and the Medical Monitoring Working Group. Public comment periods are scheduled for items both on and off the agenda.

• Authorize amended MOU with Deep Roots Counseling for Mobile Crisis Services
• Health Department budget/audit results briefing
• Urinary Arsenic Testing briefing
• Medical Monitoring Working Group updates
• Approval of minutes from Feb 2024 regular and special meetings

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners meets as Committee of the Whole to discuss adding $200,000 in unanticipated revenue for Phoenix Building redevelopment and $20,000 for relighting headframes on the Butte hill. Public hearings are scheduled for both budget amendments. The council also considers a rezoning of 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Avenue from M-1 (Light Industrial) to C-2 (Community Commercial). Presentations include the Montana Department of Corrections’ future plans in Butte-Silver Bow and Montana Tech research initiatives.

• Public hearing on $200,000 budget addition for Phoenix Building redevelopment (Communication No. 2025-110).
• Public hearing on $20,000 budget addition for relighting headframes on the Butte hill (Communication No. 2025-111).
• Rezoning of 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Avenue from M-1 to C-2 (Council Bill No. 2025-01).
• Presentation by Director Brian Gootkin of Montana Department of Corrections on future DOC plans in Butte-Silver Bow.
• Authorization sought for a $75,000 grant agreement for Father Sheehan Park Reclamation Investigation and Feasibility Study (Communication No. 2025-125).

Harrison Avenue South - Urban Revitalization District Board

The Harrison Avenue South Urban Revitalization District Board is deciding on a development agreement with Chick-fil-A for a new restaurant at 3880 Harrison Ave. The project costs $5.4 million and includes infrastructure, parking, landscaping, and building construction. The board will vote on a reimbursement request of $450,000 over five years. Routine items include approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Development agreement for 3880 Harrison Ave – Chick-fil-A: $5.4 million project, $450,000 reimbursement over 5 years
• Public comment period
• Director's report and financial report

The board unanimously approved $90,000 in engineering and design services for the Chick-fil-A project at 3880 Harrison Avenue, part of a $5.4 million development with a $450,000 reimbursement agreement over five years. The board also approved the February 11, 2025 minutes with a correction and accepted the financial report as submitted. No public comment was given, and the meeting adjourned at 9:00 a.m.

• Approved $90,000 engineering and design services for 3880 Harrison Ave. Chick-fil-A project (unanimous)
• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as submitted (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Fair Board

This is a regular meeting of the Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Board. The board will hear the treasurer’s report, review the 2025 county fair plan (dates, venue, events), discuss sponsorships and donations, and receive updates from standing committees and 4-H. No new business is listed. The agenda is primarily procedural and consists of routine updates.

• Treasurer’s report including account balance, outstanding invoices, and checks
• 2025 BSB County Fair Plan discussion on dates, venue, and events
• Review of 2025 sponsorship and donation sheets and progress report
• Committee updates from Concert, Marketing, Vendor, Events, Open Class, and Teamwork committees
• Communications and updates regarding 4-H

The board confirmed the 2025 fair dates (July 29-August 3) at the Civic Center and discussed event bookings, including Levi Renz for $10,000 and potential performers like Tim Montana. They approved sponsorship levels and decided to visit sponsors in person. The TBID grant of $3,000 was approved, and the fair theme is 'Big Sky Nights & Homegrown Delights'.

• Confirmed 2025 fair dates: July 29-August 3, 2025, at the Civic Center.
• Approved $10,000 for Levi Renz for Friday and Saturday shows.
• Approved TBID grant of $3,000 for the fair.
• Decided to visit potential sponsors in person with sponsorship letters.
• Set vendor fees: $200 for food vendors, $150 for non-food vendors, due by July 1.
• Approved the fair theme: 'Big Sky Nights & Homegrown Delights'.
• Moved P.O. Box to flats, number 3052.
• Noted bleachers will cost approximately $9,800.

Land Sales Committee

The Land Sales Committee will discuss and potentially recommend authorization for John Jeffery to purchase Butte-Silver Bow-owned property known as Mammoth Park (Assessment Code 0000027010). The item was referred from the Council of Commissioners on February 19, 2025. Other agenda items are procedural: approval of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes, public comment, and adjournment.

• Communication #2025-100: John Jeffery requests to purchase Mammoth Park at 275 Hummingbird Lane
• Assessment Code 0000027010 for the property
• Referred from Council of Commissioners on February 19, 2025

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will hear from Public Works Director Mark Neary about the department's responsibilities and potential structural changes. The commission will also discuss public outreach efforts, including an upcoming Party Line appearance and an op-ed piece. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Conversation with Public Works Director Mark Neary on department responsibilities and structural changes
• Public Outreach Discussion, including a Party Line appearance scheduled for March 13
• Op-Ed piece to be published locally
• No meeting on March 17, 2025 due to holiday

The commission heard from Public Works Director Mark Neary, who reported his department is in good shape and sees no need for structural changes, though he noted procurement limits and stormwater funding shortfalls. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from March 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• No charter changes proposed by Public Works director
• Discussed potential formal separation of Parks and Recreation from Public Works (no action)
• Agreed to require names and contact info for public comments (informal)
• Formed op-ed subcommittee (Dennehy, Brandl, Stepan, Casey)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board meets to receive staff reports on ongoing projects, including the Father Sheehan Park storm water project, snow removal, and hosting the MHSA Class B/C Tennis Southwest Divisional at Stodden Park. The board will also approve minutes from the February meeting and take public comment.

• Father Sheehan Park storm water project update
• Snow removal report
• MHSA Class B/C Tennis Southwest Divisional at Stodden Park
• Golf course update
• Forestry report

The Parks and Recreation Board meeting was mostly informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. The board approved the February 10, 2025 minutes. Updates included the Father Sheehan Park storm water project contract being approved by the city council, a $600,000 grant application for the park, and a $145,000 tree grant cancelled by the Trump administration.

• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Ristene Hall, second by Anthony Laslovich)
• Noted Father Sheehan Park storm water contract approved by council
• Applied for $600,000 showcase grant for Father Sheehan Park
• Reported $145,000 tree grant cancelled by Trump administration

Archives Board

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives Board will discuss and potentially approve deaccessioning several collections (books, newspapers, yearbooks, scrapbooks) and review the FY26 budget. The director's report also covers strategic planning, grant applications, and upcoming events.

• Deaccession of 2024.193 book collection, 2025.029 newspapers, 2025.019 Central yearbooks, 2025.017 newspapers & scrapbook
• FY26 Budget discussion
• Director reported quotes for transferring public computers to Butte-Silver Bow network under $1,000
• Pre-application submitted for Mellon Foundation grant ($25,000–$100,000)
• Planned exhibit on Elks building centennial opening in May

The Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives Board approved the deaccession of four collections, including books, newspapers, yearbooks, and a scrapbook. The board also discussed the upcoming fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, which is due April 1, and will be developed by Aubrey and Lindsay.

• Approved deaccession of book collection 2024.193 (all in favor)
• Approved deaccession of newspapers 2025.029 (all in favor)
• Approved deaccession of Central Yearbooks 2025.019 (all in favor)
• Approved deaccession of newspapers & scrapbook 2025.017 (all in favor)
• Approved February 2025 board meeting minutes as amended (all in favor)

Civic Center Board

The Butte Civic Center Board will discuss new business including a Frontier Basketball bid, MHSA schedule changes, and reports on a sound system upgrade and basketball floor. Old business includes updates on the sound system, a new backup generator, and the community center. The board will also review upcoming events such as the MHSA State C Basketball Tournament.

• Frontier Basketball Bid
• Report on sound system upgrade visit with sound engineer Ben Bridgewater
• Report on basketball floor
• New Scorers tables
• New backup Generator Online

The Board approved providing the facility and labor for the County Fair as in the previous year, with changes as needed. They also unanimously approved allowing the Mining City Basketball Tournament to use the Annex rent-free on January 25-26, 2025. The Board approved the December 5th minutes and adjourned.

• Approved the December 5th Board Minutes as presented.
• Approved providing the facility and labor for the County Fair as last year, with changes as needed.
• Approved allowing the Mining City Basketball Tournament to use the Annex rent-free on January 25-26, 2025.
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:10pm.

Fire Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Fire Commission will discuss the Battalion Chief promotional process, including reviewing written test results and conducting interviews on March 5 and 6, 2025. The meeting includes a closed session for discussion and interviews.

• Battalion Chief promotional process: written test held 3/3/25
• Fire Commission interviews scheduled 3/5/25 at 12:00 p.m.
• Scenario interviews scheduled 3/6/25

The Fire Commission reviewed the Battalion Chief's promotional process, conducted oral interviews, and reviewed presentation binders. Interviewees were scored by committee members, with scores submitted to HR for tabulation. No final decision was made at this meeting.

• Reviewed Battalion Chief promotional process
• Conducted oral interviews for Battalion Chief candidates
• Scored interviewees and submitted scores to HR for tabulation

Airport Authority Board

The Butte Airport Authority Board will meet to approve minutes from February and a list of bills as presented. Old business covers Airport Improvement Program (AIP) items, and the board will receive an update from the Air Service Development Committee.

• Approve minutes of February 5, 2025, regular board meeting
• Approve bills as presented
• Old business: discuss Airport Improvement Program (AIP) items
• Update from Air Service Development Committee

The board unanimously approved the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and the bills as presented. Members received updates on several airport projects, including the new passenger jet bridge (demolition of the old one started, new one to be set soon) and snow removal equipment (delivered in September, closeout documents in progress). The board also heard that the TBID now favors increasing the air service development fee from $1 to $2, which is expected to go before the council in January. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved the minutes of the December 4, 2024 regular board meeting unanimously
• Approved the bills as presented unanimously
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:45 unanimously

Council of Commissioners

The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will consider a rezoning ordinance (second reading) and adopt a tourism improvement district assessment (final reading). The consent agenda includes numerous routine approvals, scheduling of future hearings, and referrals of grant applications to committees.

• Rezoning 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Avenue from M-1 Light Industrial to C-2 Community Commercial (ordinance second reading)
• Final reading of resolution establishing the Special Tourism Business Improvement District assessment for fiscal year 2025
• Authorization to apply for a $1.1 million WMCC Showcase Green Stormwater Infrastructure grant (25% match required)
• Public hearing scheduled for March 12 on adding $200,000 unanticipated revenue to assist Phoenix Building redevelopment
• Authorization to apply for a $260,000 FY2025-26 Homeland Security Grant for the BSB Water Utility Division

The Council of Commissioners approved the consent agenda with several exceptions, including communications related to the OLR Minor Subdivision extension, a grant for Father Sheehan Park, and Homeland Security grants. They also moved Ordinance No. 2025-01 (rezoning 2.07 acres at 4115 Wynne Ave from M-1 to C-2) to second reading and Resolution No. 2025-09 (Tourism Business Improvement District assessment) to final reading. The meeting included discussion of House Bill 547 regarding fire department consolidation, but no formal action was taken on it.

• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (10-0)
• Approved OLR Minor Subdivision preliminary plat extension to April 17, 2028 (10-0)
• Referred Father Sheehan Park grant agreement to Finance & Budget Committee (10-0)
• Approved Homeland Security Grant application for $260,000 (10-0)
• Approved Emergency Management Performance Grant application for $110,000 (10-0)
• Approved Painted Meadows Minor Subdivision with nine conditions (10-0)
• Moved Ordinance 2025-01 (rezoning at 4115 Wynne Ave) to second reading (10-0)
• Moved Resolution 2025-09 (Tourism BID assessment) to final reading (10-0)

Weed Control Board

The Weed Control Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive federal and state management updates. The board will also review a progress report.

• Approval of January 7, 2025, minutes
• Federal and state management updates
• Progress report

The Weed Control Board approved the Weed Management Plan for the Painted Meadow Subdivision, which includes $5,000 bonds for 2025 and 2026. The board also discussed inviting federal and state agencies to the May meeting, starting a new list for rural non-compliance letters, repairing spray trucks, and hiring summer help.

• Approved January 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Weed Management Plan for Painted Meadow Subdivision with $5,000 bond for 2025 and $5,000 for 2026 (motion by Greg Ebner, seconded by Doug Butori)
• Advised Chris to invite USFS, FWP, and BLM to attend May meeting
• Advised Chris to start new rural non-compliance letter list and check Montana Cadastral for new property owners
• Advised Chris to get spray trucks to the coral for repairs before spray season
• Advised Chris to advertise and hire summer help for mowers and sprayers

Fire Advisory Committee

This meeting is largely procedural: the committee will welcome new members, nominate and appoint a chairperson, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive policy or budget items are on the agenda.

• Welcome new Fire Advisory Committee members
• Nominate and appoint committee chairperson
• Approve minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting

The Fire Advisory Committee appointed Josh O'Neill as chairperson and agreed to review the February 6, 2024 minutes at the next meeting. Members discussed the committee's advisory role and set a process for agenda items, with O'Neill to email members two weeks prior to meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Josh O'Neill as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Agreed to review and approve February 6, 2024 minutes at next meeting (unanimous)
• Set agenda item solicitation process: Chair emails members 2 weeks prior, members respond by 1 week prior

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission meets to discuss and potentially revise draft by-laws as unfinished business. They also plan a public outreach discussion and receive updates from departments and the chief executive. No votes or decisions are indicated on the agenda beyond discussion.

• Discussion of Draft By-Laws (unfinished business)
• Public Outreach Discussion (new business)
• Conversation with Chief Executive J. P. Gallagher
• Public hearing if held (conditional)
• No meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025

The commission heard from Chief Executive J.P. Gallagher about his duties, challenges, and proposed structural changes, including placing the coroner's office under the sheriff and adding a professional administrative aide. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes with amendments. The commission also discussed outreach and future meeting topics.

• Approved February 24, 2025 minutes with amendments and added summary of Bob Worley's presentation (unanimous)
• No other formal decisions; meeting was informational and procedural

South Butte Targeted Economic Development District Board

The South Butte Targeted Economic Development District Board will meet to review an infrastructure analysis to determine the next project. The board will also review financial records.

• Review of infrastructure analysis to determine the next project
• Review of financials

The board agreed to proceed with a new infrastructure project in the South Butte TEDD area, with staff directed to issue an RFP for construction. The decision follows completion of the $1.2 million North Parkmont project, which is fully paid. Projected available funds through June 30, 2025 are $810,000, with an estimated $400,000 in increment expected next year, though expenses will reduce that amount. No specific project was selected at this meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Agreed to move forward with a new infrastructure project and issue an RFP for construction

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review project updates including the placement of Billy Clarks sculptures, contract development, and coordination with parks. The group also plans to discuss a definition of public art, a draft plan, and an update on a mural festival meeting. No final votes or binding decisions are explicitly listed; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented.

• Placing of Billy Clarks sculptures
• Contract development for public art projects
• Coordination with parks
• Funding for plaques
• Definition of Public Art discussion

Council on Aging

The Butte Silver Bow Council on Aging board will approve previous meeting minutes, receive updates from the executive director and on financial status and payroll responsibilities, and discuss filling empty board seats/positions. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2024
• Executive director updates
• Financial status updates
• Payroll responsibilities update
• Discussion of empty board seats and positions

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Butte Local Emergency Planning Committee meets to approve minutes, discuss hazmat incidents and emergency alerts, review a proposed memorandum of understanding with Butte School District No. 1, and update the All Hazards Mitigation Plan. Members will also hear about upcoming BatteryIQ training courses for lithium-ion battery response and receive public health updates.

• Review of Hazmat incident reports and emergency alerts issued
• Consideration of Butte School District No. 1 / BSB MOU
• Update on All Hazards Mitigation Plan – Western Montana/ BSB Annex
• BatteryIQ Li-ion battery training courses on March 24-26 at Butte EOC
• Public health updates from Karen Maloughney and St. James Hospital

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Emergency Planning Committee approved a 5-year mutual aid MOU with Butte School District No. 1, updated LEPC bylaws adding ex officio voting members, and approved the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan with corrections. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 5-year MOU with Butte School District No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved updated LEPC bylaws adding ex officio voting members (unanimous)
• Approved Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan with corrections (35-0)

Council of Commissioners

The Council of Commissioners will consider authorizing future public hearings on a $20M budget amendment, relocation of the Prerelease Center to 55 Basin Creek Road, and a zone change at 4115 Wynne Avenue. They will also schedule presentations on the Fire Department Long-Range Master Plan, senior programs funding, and bid openings for road reconstruction projects on Excelsior and Howard Avenues. Separate committee meetings later that evening will discuss a FOIA policy resolution and a tourism business improvement district assessment.

• Communication No. 2025-61: Request to schedule a public hearing for a $20,000,000 budget amendment.
• Communication No. 2025-82: Request to schedule a public hearing on relocating the Prerelease Center to 55 Basin Creek Road.
• Communication No. 2025-96: Request to schedule a public hearing on a zone change of 2.07 acres from M-1 to C-2 at 4115 Wynne Avenue.
• Communication No. 2025-89: Request to schedule a bid opening for Excelsior Avenue Reconstruction Phase 3.
• Resolution No. 2025-09: Establishing the FY2025 assessment for Special Tourism Business Improvement District No. 1.

Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority

The Butte-Silver Bow Superfund Advisory and Redevelopment Trust Authority will meet on February 25, 2025, to discuss a funding review for the revised Visions and Voices project and begin initial discussions for the 2025 Notice of Funding Availability, including modifications to grant application, funding priorities, and review criteria. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Funding review discussion for the revised Visions and Voices project
• Initial discussion for the 2025 Notice of Funding Availability, including grant application, funding priorities, and review criteria modifications

Urban Revitalization Board

The Urban Revitalization Board is meeting to review two grant applications for properties on N. Main. The board will consider funding for exterior improvements and interior renovations.

• Grant request for 9 N. Main (M&M Bar and Café Properties, LLC) for sign repair/installation: up to $12,902.75
• Grant request for 17 N. Main (M&M Bar and Café Properties, LLC) for renovations including basement excavation and new entrance: up to $12,912

The Urban Revitalization Agency approved two matching grants for M&M Bar and Cafe Properties, LLC: up to $12,902.75 for exterior sign restoration at 9 N. Main and up to $12,912 for property renovations at 17 N. Main, subject to HPC approval. The board also approved a $50,000 increase to the sidewalk budget, bringing it to $100,000, and approved the financial report as presented.

• Approved $50,000 transfer for sidewalk program (unanimous)
• Approved financial report as presented (unanimous)
• Approved up to $12,902.75 grant for M&M sign at 9 N. Main (unanimous)
• Approved up to $12,912 grant for M&M renovations at 17 N. Main, subject to HPC approval (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 (unanimous, with one abstention)

Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will meet to review a report from the Timeline Committee and discuss draft by-laws. The meeting also includes a presentation from past commission member Bob Worley.

• Timeline Committee Report
• Discussion of Draft By-Laws
• Presentation by past commission member Bob Worley

The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission unanimously approved a $140,000 budget and adopted a working timeline for its deliberations. The commission also heard from a former chair about the 2006 charter review process and formed a subcommittee to prepare questions for upcoming interviews with county officials.

• Approved $140,000 budget with line items (unanimous)
• Adopted working timeline for deliberations and actions (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee to review interview questions for Chief Executive and department heads
• Moved Bob Worley's presentation to precede Item 6
• Added budget discussion to unfinished business
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Mile High Conservation District

This is a routine meeting of the Mile High Conservation District, primarily consisting of procedural items such as approving minutes, reviewing finances, and receiving reports from partner agencies. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda focuses on annual housekeeping updates and program reports.

• MHCD 310 (s) item discussed
• Annual housekeeping updates including state reimbursement and 310 Year End Ledger approval
• WRC (Watershed Restoration Coalition) update
• Legislative updates
• Reports from NRCS, Extension, RC&D, DNRC, MACD, and supervisors

The Mile High Conservation District held a routine meeting, approving the previous meeting's minutes and the financial report. No 310 permits were submitted, and several project updates showed no change in status. The board discussed coordinating with MT Tech student Rayelynn Brandl on an outdoor classroom event and reviewed legislative bills affecting districts.

• Approved meeting minutes as prepared
• Approved financial report and recent bills
• Moved funds from County Account to Regular Checking Account

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Advisory Committee

The Butte Silver Bow ADA Advisory Committee is meeting to receive reports on ADA coordinator activities, sidewalk enforcement, curb cut grants, and 2025 legislative updates. The committee will also discuss future projects, current efforts, and community education, including a presentation on making historic properties accessible. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational and discussion-based.

• ADA Coordinator Report by James Ouellette
• Sidewalks Enforcement / Report a Sidewalk with Zane Gleason
• Curb Cut Grant Update by Mateja Lund
• 2025 Legislative Updates by Cassie Wick
• Preservation Brief 32: Making Historic Properties Accessible presented by Kate McCourt

The Butte Silver Bow ADA Advisory Committee established two workgroups: the ADA Transition Plan Workgroup, chaired by Barb Knapke, and the Community Engagement Workgroup, chaired by Cassie Wick. The motion to create them was made by Cassie Wick, seconded by Lindy Ballard, and carried. The committee also heard updates on sidewalk improvements, a curb cut grant, and legislative advocacy, but took no other formal votes.

• Established ADA Transition Plan Workgroup chaired by Barb Knapke (motion carried)
• Established Community Engagement Workgroup chaired by Cassie Wick (motion carried)

Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council

The council will meet to review the 2024 year-end report and discuss ongoing behavioral health initiatives. The agenda includes updates on the ESSA report, a 988 poster contest, and the 2025 Wellness Fair.

• 2024 Year-end report update
• ESSA report update
• 988 Poster Color contest
• 2025 Wellness Fair planning
• WRAP class and website updates (tabled until March)

The Butte Silver Bow Local Behavioral Health Advisory Council approved last month's minutes and received a treasurer's report showing a balance of $7,411.51. The 2024 year-end report was well received by the ESAA, with $1,959.56 remaining for the Wellness Fair. Most of the meeting focused on planning the 2025 Wellness Fair, including a 988 poster color contest and collaboration with DPHHS.

• Approved last month's meeting minutes (motion by Keely, second by Kayla)
• Noted current balance of $7,411.51 and year-end report balance of $1,959.56 for Wellness Fair
• Set April 18 at 5 p.m. as cutoff for 988 poster color contest submissions
• Planned LAC booth at Color Run on March 18 at Stodden Park
• Confirmed Wellness Fair theme 'Follow Your Heart to Wellness'
• Discussed renting extra tables from Party Time for Wellness Fair
• Set February 24 deadline for Save the Date fliers with QR codes

Council of Commissioners

The Council will hold public hearings on a $20 million budget amendment, a zone change at 4115 Wynne Avenue, and a proposal to relocate the Prerelease Center to 55 Basin Creek Road. The consent agenda includes road construction contracts, labor agreements with two unions, and several grant applications. Final readings are scheduled for budget resolutions appropriating donation and family planning revenue.

• Public hearing on amending FY2024-2025 budget to allow $20,000,000 in unanticipated revenue expenditures
• Public hearing on proposed zone change of 2.07 acres from M-1 to C-2 at 4115 Wynne Avenue
• Public hearing on intent to relocate Prerelease Center to 55 Basin Creek Road
• Authorization for Chief Executive to sign collective bargaining agreement with Laborers' Local 1686 (Public Works)
• Authorization to close streets for St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2025

The Council approved a $600,000 grant application for green stormwater infrastructure, after rejecting a motion to keep the original $1.1 million amount. The approved motion includes a 25% match requirement. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including a development agreement with Tractor Supply Company, and placed several budget resolutions on final reading.

• Approved $600,000 WMCC Showcase Green Stormwater Infrastructure grant application with 25% match (10-0)
• Rejected motion to approve grant as written for $1.1 million (7-3)
• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Chris Mjelde as Fire Captain (10-0)
• Approved Tractor Supply Company development agreement (10-0)
• Approved $80,000 septic grant application for Hanson Road & Montana Street (10-0)
• Approved animal shelter remodel amendment (10-0)
• Approved all six budget resolutions for final reading (10-0)

Urban Forest Board

The Butte Urban Forest Board will hold a routine meeting to approve November minutes, receive financial and urban forester reports, and discuss a donation from NW Energy. Members will also review 2024 board goals, welcome new member Jacob Lee, and receive updates on a commercial landscaping subcommittee and a new brochure. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or funding amounts specified.

• NW Energy Donation (amount not specified)
• New board member Jacob Lee
• Review of 2024 Urban Forest Board goals
• Commercial Landscaping subcommittee report
• Urban Forest Board brochure update

Board of Health

The Board of Health is asked to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Deep Roots Counseling and Butte-Silver Bow for Mobile Crisis Services, outlining staffing, service provision, and coordination. No other action items are on the agenda.

• Authorize MOU with Deep Roots Counseling for Mobile Crisis Services Provision

Greenway Authority Board

The Greenway Management Board will discuss the Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) Railroad Update, including a remaining grant fund distribution proposal and a land planning 2-year task order. The board will also hear updates on NRDP and ICMM, and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Durant Canyon – BAP (Patriot) Railroad Update
• Remaining Grant Fund Distribution Proposal
• Land Planning 2-Year Task Order
• NRDP Update
• ICMM Update

Board of Health

The Butte-Silver Bow Board of Health will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to the On-site Wastewater Treatment Regulation. The board will also consider authorizing a task order amendment to add Influenza A, Influenza B, and RSV to the wastewater testing panel at a flat fee of $600 per sample, replacing the previous tiered pricing. Additionally, the board will vote on MOUs for mobile crisis services with Deep Roots Counseling and a regional crisis coalition, as well as a suicide prevention training agreement with LivingWorks Education USA. Final approval is needed for the wastewater rules and a letter to the EPA regarding the Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit.

• Public hearing on proposed revisions to the On-site Wastewater Treatment Regulation
• Task order amendment to add Influenza A, Influenza B, and RSV to wastewater testing at $600 per sample
• MOU with Deep Roots Counseling for Mobile Crisis Services Provision
• MOU with Beaverhead, Jefferson, Madison, and Anaconda-Deer Lodge Counties for regional Crisis Now system
• Agreement with LivingWorks Education USA for suicide prevention training programs

Board of Health

The Butte-Silver Bow Metro Region Local Opioid Settlement Committee will discuss applications for opioid settlement funds received by the January 15, 2025 deadline. The committee may also decide whether any applicants require an in-person discussion and set a date for that.

• Discussion of applications received by January 15, 2025 deadline
• Possible decision to schedule in-person applicant discussions