Granite County, Montana

MT Opioid Abatement Region 4 Board

The Philipsburg Library Board will vote on the 2026-27 budget and review a proposed memorandum of understanding for an automated external defibrillator. Members will also consider policy documents, a new tenant for Office C, and updates on mortgage-related payments. Additional items include a request for assistance with a Rotary concert setup.

• Approve 2026-27 budget
• MOU for AED
• New tenant in Office C
• Request for $25K payment on mortgage using 2025 fundraising monies
• Amendment to Friends agreement for final mortgage payment of $5920.50

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will consider approval of the 2026‑27 budget and adopt the meeting minutes. Members will review policy documents being moved to a shared Google Drive. The board will discuss a memorandum of understanding for an AED and a new tenant for Office C. Additional items include a $25K mortgage payment request and a $5,920.50 amendment to the Friends agreement.

• Approve 2026‑27 library budget
• MOU for AED acquisition
• New tenant for Office C (all offices currently rented)
• Request for $25K mortgage payment using 2025 fundraising funds
• Amendment to Friends agreement for final payment of $5,920.50

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on several operational matters, including propane contracts and jail equipment. The body will also review ballot language for the 2026 General Election regarding a Local Government Review Study Commission's final report.

• Ballot language for General Election 2026 regarding Local Government Review Study Commission
• Energy Partners Pre-Buy Propane Contract for Solid Waste and Road Departments
• Proposal for new evidence lockers at the Granite County Jail Building
• Easement to Town of Philipsburg for water service line
• Federal Forest Reserve / Secure Rural Schools’ funding allocations for FY 2026-2027

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a recommendation on the airfield budget for county commissioners, updates on hangar lease rates, and the future of Riddick Field runway lights and beacon. The board will also review a recent county commissioners meeting regarding the airfield's future plans.

• Review of County Commissioners meeting on June 23rd regarding airfield future plans
• Discussion and recommendation of airfield budget for Commissioners
• Update on current airfield power supply from NW Energy
• Follow-up on hangar lease rates
• Update on Drummond Airfield and Riddick Field, including future of runway lights and beacon

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Study Commission will review its adopted final report and discuss whether to issue a minority report. No action on policy or finances is expected beyond setting a date to present to the County Commission. The meeting is procedural with no rezonings, contracts, or fee changes on the agenda.

• Review of adopted final report
• Discussion and decision on potential minority report
• Set date to appear on Granite County Commission agenda

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to review weekly reports on roads, bridges, and solid waste. The session includes a legislative update on proposed Montana Code amendments and a workshop update regarding the Flint Creek Dam Comprehensive Assessment.

• Proposed Montana Code amendments, including changes to MCA 45-8-209
• Flint Creek Dam Comprehensive Assessment Workshop update with HDR
• Encroachment permit for a new approach along Boulder Creek Road
• Philipsburg Cemetery District No. 1 account balance and operational update
• Implementation of a new electronic timesheet system with Clerk and Recorder's Office

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review and decide on a range of items, including reports on roads, bridges, solid waste, and dam operations. They will discuss the renewal of the Home Companion Program using Area V funding and will vote to end the contract for county office panic buttons. Additional topics include speed signs at Georgetown Lake, a possible computer donation to the local museum, and a title search for the Wagon Wheel property.

• Termination of contract on County Office Panic Buttons – discussion & decision
• Requested GCMC renewal of Home Companion Program Agreement using Area V Funding – discussion & decision
• Speed signs at Georgetown Lake – discussion & decision
• Dam Tender’s report on Georgetown Lake outflow – review & decision
• Order for title search on Wagon Wheel property – discussion & decision

The board approved the renewal of the Area V Home Companion Program agreement with Granite County Medical Center for FY 2026‑2027. They also voted to keep the current dam‑outflow operation at about 70 cubic feet per second. Staff were tasked with requesting insurance and traffic‑control documentation from a mining haul‑truck operator, and to gather cost information on new panic‑button devices and security cameras. The computer‑donation proposal was tabled pending data‑wiping cost details.

• Accepted June 30, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Renewed Home Companion Program agreement (unanimous)
• Continued dam releases at ~70 CFS (unanimous)
• Directed staff to request proof of insurance and traffic‑control plan from Granite Road haul‑truck operator
• Directed staff to obtain options and costs for new courthouse panic‑button system and security cameras
• Tabled donation of unused county computers pending data‑wiping cost information
• Commissioner Kulaski to coordinate placement of two solar‑powered speed signs on Georgetown Lake Road with residents
• Staff to continue documentation of road‑crew activities electronically or on hard copy

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2026-2027 budget, with no action scheduled for this meeting. The board will also discuss an encroachment recommendation to present to the county commissioners on July 28, 2026.

• Review of 2026-2027 budget
• Encroachment recommendation to commissioners on 7/28/26

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to determine compensation and COLA for elected and non-union employees. The board will also consider a contract for a new courthouse roof and ballot language for the 2026 General Election.

• Contractual agreement with TCS NW, LLC for new courthouse roof
• Final decision on salaries and COLA for elected officials and non-union employees
• Ballot language for General Election 2026 from Local Government Review Study Commission
• Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority contribution budget
• Encroachment permit application for new approach off Moose Lake Road

The Granite County Commission voted unanimously to give all non‑union, non‑elected county employees a total 7% pay increase (3% COLA plus 4% matrix). It also approved a 3% cost‑of‑living increase for elected officials. Several other items were approved or tabled, including a conditional encroachment permit, a payroll software module, and a contribution to the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority.

• Approved 7% cost‑of‑living increase for non‑union county employees (unanimous)
• Approved 3% COLA increase for elected officials (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved Moose Lake Road encroachment permit pending inspection (unanimous)
• Tabled courthouse roof contract consideration until next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved implementation of Black Mountain electronic payroll/time‑sheet module (unanimous)
• Approved annual voluntary contribution to Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority and reimbursed travel (unanimous)
• Invoiced Classic Bike Race organizer $200 permit fee (unanimous)
• Stayed dam outflow at 60 matching back to 30 CFS for a week (unanimous)

MT Opioid Abatement Region 4 Board

The Montana Opioid Abatement Region 4 Board is meeting to review nine grant applications for opioid abatement projects totaling over $1.78 million. The grants cover treatment access, law enforcement equipment, overdose prevention, and youth resilience initiatives. The board will also hear public comment and approve April 30 meeting minutes.

• Southwest Chemical Dependency Recovery Access Network: $725,200
• Montana Legal Services Association Recovery Project: $588,028
• Park City-County Health Department Opioid Prevention and Education Program: $106,500
• Park County Offices Reconfiguration and Expansion for Substance Abuse Services: $101,850
• Mountain Pacific 'Opioids: Know the Facts, Change the Future': $80,485

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will consider adopting Resolution 2026-7, urging the Montana Association of Counties to advocate for improvements to the state's civil involuntary mental health commitment process. Other business includes a budget update with county public health nurse Deb Robinson and an initial discussion about separating the county superintendent of schools position from the treasurer/administrator role. The board will also hear weekly reports from road & bridge, solid waste, and the Georgetown Lake dam tender.

• Resolution 2026-7: 2nd reading and adoption of resolution requesting MAC advocacy for mental health commitment process improvements
• Initial discussion with Ashley Todd on separating the County Superintendent of Schools position from Treasurer/Administrator
• Budget update with County Public Health Nurse Deb Robinson
• Riddick Field Airport board update and discussion of airport board bylaws
• Solid waste district policy work session with possible amendments

The commissioners accepted the June 16 minutes and voted unanimously to keep Georgetown Lake outflow at 30 CFS. They approved a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for elected officials, authorized the transfer of expiring FAA entitlement funds to Ravalli County, and offered Brad Radtke the Drummond Airport Manager position. The board also adopted Resolution 2026‑7 urging the Montana Association of Counties to improve the state’s civil involuntary mental‑health commitment process.

• Accepted June 16, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Stayed Georgetown Lake outflow at 30 CFS (unanimous)
• Recommended 3% COLA for elected officials (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of expiring FAA entitlement funds to Ravalli County (unanimous)
• Offered Brad Radtke the Drummond Airport Manager position (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑7 requesting MCAC advocacy (unanimous)
• Directed staff to locate purchased radar traffic signs
• Directed staff to continue evaluating grant funding opportunities

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will consider a recommendation to adopt revised bylaws. The board will receive an update on a meeting with the FAA at Riddick Field concerning runway funding. Members will discuss current hangar leases, upkeep, and lease amounts. An update on Drummond Airfield will also be presented.

• Recommendation of GCAB Bylaws
• Update on FAA meeting at Riddick Field regarding runway funding
• Discussion of current hangar leases, upkeep, and lease amounts
• Update on Drummond Airfield

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health will hear reports from the Sanitarian, Tobacco Prevention, Public Health Nurse, and Health Officer. The board will also discuss and decide on a request to designate a representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the board and define its scope of reporting.

• Approval of March 17, 2026 meeting minutes
• Granite County Sanitarian Report by Chad Lanes
• Granite County Tobacco Prevention Report by Amanda Bohrer
• Public Health Nurse Report and PHEP Report by Deb Robinson
• Request for designated representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the Board of Health and scope of reporting

County Commissioners

The Granite County Board of Commissioners will review weekly reports, approve claims, and discuss a cyber insurance application and a task order for the immunization program. The board will also canvass for a primary election and interview road crew candidates.

• Canvass for Primary Election
• 26/27 Cyber Insurance Application with Marsh McLennan Agency
• Task Order 27-07-4-31-119-0 for Immunization Program
• Road Crew & Shop Foremen Interviews
• Resolution 2026-7 regarding mental health commitment process

The Board approved the purchase of a refrigerant recovery machine and fittings for the Solid Waste District. Commissioners also appointed Blaine Bradshaw to the Primary Election 2026 Canvassing Board and completed the official canvass of primary election results.

• Approved June 9, 2026, Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of H2L-compatible refrigerant recovery machine and fittings (unanimous)
• Approved staying Georgetown Lake outflow at 40 CFS for one week (unanimous)
• Appointed Blaine Bradshaw to the Primary Election 2026 Canvass (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session on June 9, 2026, to discuss and decide on several items, including renewal rates for MACo property and casualty insurance, an update on the Flint Creek comprehensive assessment, and a resolution urging mental health commitment reform. They will also review the Dam Tender's report on Georgetown Lake outflows and interview candidates for road crew and shop foreman positions. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes.

• MACo Property & Casualty Renewal Rates for 2026-27 Policy Year; discussion & decision
• Resolution 2026-7 requesting MACo advocate for improvement of Montana's civil involuntary mental health commitment process; initial discussion
• HDR Engineering comprehensive assessment of Flint Creek Project update with Jess Rudd; discussion & decision
• Dam Tender's Report on Georgetown Lake outflows; review & decision
• Road Crew & Shop Foremen Interviews (portions may be closed for individual privacy); discussion & decision

The Board of County Commissioners approved several insurance renewals for the 2026–2027 policy year. This included property and casualty insurance through MACo, workers' compensation through Montana State Fund, and a change in cyber liability coverage to CFC Corporation. The Safety Committee also approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved FY 2026–2027 Property and Casualty Insurance renewal via MACo (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026–2027 Workers' Compensation renewal through Montana State Fund (unanimous)
• Approved change of Cyber Liability coverage from Coalition to CFC Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved previous Safety Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2, 2026 board minutes (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Safety Committee will receive updates on insurance claims and facility maintenance. The body will discuss the Emergency Action Plan and the distribution of new injury reporting kits to county departments.

• Payne West claims report update from Rody Holman
• Montana State Fund update from Mark Rosenleaf
• Emergency Action Plan update regarding E3 security training for courthouse employees
• Distribution of new 'Grab and Go Kits' containing injury reporting forms and instructions

The Safety Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and updated the Emergency Action Plan to apply to all County employees. Discussion included workers' compensation claim closures, upcoming Department of Labor inspections, and revised 'grab-and-go' packets for injury management.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Updated Emergency Action Plan to apply to all County employees
• Assigned responsibility for incident investigation reports to supervisors
• Scheduled next quarterly Safety Committee meeting for September 8, 2026

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Granite County Study Commission will consider adopting its final report on local government review. The agenda also includes a budget report and a plan for next steps. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Adopt final report on local government review
• Receive budget report
• Discuss additions to tentative report
• Plan for next course of action

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will convene to review road and bridge reports, discuss a subdivision park donation, and consider a resolution to officially accept four roads into the county system. The meeting will also include a discussion on the courthouse elevator project and maintenance agreements.

• Resolution 2026-6: Accepting Little Gold Road, Royal Gold Creek Road, Queen Road, and Wyman Gulch Road as County Roads
• Discussion on Courthouse Elevator Project and Battery Backup System with TCS Contractors
• Review of Road & Bridge Hall & Philipsburg Shop Foreman Job Descriptions
• Public Comment on Road & Bridge Weekly Report
• Discussion on Wills Subdivision Park Land Donation to County

The Granite County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the May 26 meeting minutes and adopted Resolution 2026‑6, designating Little Gold, Royal Gold Creek, Queen, and Wyman Gulch Roads as county roads. They also approved the use of the county water truck for a rodeo event, authorized purchase of solid tires for a backhoe at the Drummond transfer site, and set Georgetown Lake outflow to 40 CFS for one week.

• Approved May 26, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑6 establishing four roads as county roads (unanimous)
• Approved use of county water truck for Kiwanis rodeo event (unanimous)
• Accepted revised Road & Bridge Foreman job description and internal posting (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of solid tires for Drummond backhoe (unanimous)
• Set Georgetown Lake outflow to 40 CFS for one week (unanimous)

County Commissioners

This is a meeting of Montana Association of Counties (MACo) Districts 8, 9, and 12, hosted by Granite County. The agenda includes approval of minutes, officer elections, and a presentation on the FY 2027 proposed association budget. Discussions also cover pending state legislation, updates on secondary roads and the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), land use policy, and public safety peer review. The meeting includes a lunch at approximately $20 per person.

• FY 2027 Proposed Association Budget presentation and discussion
• Pending Legislative Session & Discussion
• MDT Updates – Secondary Roads, FLAP, STIP by Paul Johnson
• Land Use Update by Karen Alley, MACo Associate General Counsel
• Policy Process & Resolution Proposals by MACo Staff

The board approved the minutes from the 2024 meeting with a unanimous vote. District chairs and vice chairs were elected for Districts 9 and 12. Nominations for MACo 2nd Vice President and Fiscal Officer were opened, with Tom Rice nominating Jason Strouf for Fiscal Officer. Granite County volunteered to host the 2026 meeting.

• Approved 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Granite County volunteered to host the 2026 meeting
• Elected Scott MacFarlane as District 9 Chair
• Elected Liv West as District 9 Vice Chair
• Elected Tom Rice as District 12 Chair
• Elected Duke Gilman as District 12 Vice Chair
• Opened nominations for MACo 2nd Vice President (no nominations received)
• Opened nominations for MACo Fiscal Officer; Jason Strouf nominated

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and discuss the establishment of four existing roads as county roads. The board will also review the Road & Bridge budget and consider vehicle trades for the Sheriff's Department.

• Public hearing on accepting Little Gold Road, Royal Gold Creek Road, Queen Road, and Wyman Gulch Road as county roads
• Trading 2 Ford Explorers and 1 Ford F-150 for a 2019 and 2020 Tahoe for the Sheriff's Department
• Review of budget and plan for Road & Bridge Superintendent/Foremen
• Approval of Noxious Weed Grants for County Weed Department
• Courthouse project update from TCS and Otis Elevator regarding battery back-up system

The board accepted the May 12 minutes and the dam inspection report. They accepted Andrew Cadwell’s resignation from the Airport Board. A motion to use two foremen for a trial period through FY 26‑27 passed unanimously. The rental agreement for the Georgetown Chapel was approved with a corrected $500 deposit. The dam flow was kept at 30 CFS for a week per the FERC order.

• Accepted May 12 minutes and Dam Inspection Week report (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Airport Board member Andrew Cadwell (unanimous)
• Approved two‑foreman trial for Road Department for FY 26‑27 (unanimous)
• Approved Georgetown Chapel rental agreement with $500 deposit (unanimous)
• Maintained dam outflow at 30 CFS for one week per FERC order (unanimous)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the upcoming June 2 mill levy election and the 2026-27 budget. The board is also considering using $25,000 from 2025 fundraiser funds to pay down the mortgage.

• Discussion of June 2 mill levy election and ballot status
• Proposal to use $25,000 from 2025 fundraiser funds for mortgage payment
• Planning for the 2026-27 budget setting
• Review of building encroachment issue
• Strategic Plan Review

Airport Board

The Airport Board will discuss recommendations for a beacon ordinance and board bylaws. The meeting includes a review of the Airport Manager position and updates on the Drummond Airfield.

• Recommendation of Beacon Ordinance
• Recommendation of GCAB Bylaws
• Review and discussion of Airport Manager position
• Update on Drummond Airfield
• Transfer of expiring funds to Ravali County

The Granite County Airport Board met remotely via Zoom on May 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Board members and guests were listed, and the agenda included reviews of a beacon ordinance, bylaws, the airport manager position, and updates on Drummond Airfield and other topics. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes on these items.

County Commissioners

The body is conducting a multi-week inspection and risk assessment of the Flint Creek Dam. The process includes a physical inspection of the dam, spillway, and powerhouse, followed by workshops to brainstorm and screen potential failure modes.

• Physical inspection of dam, spillway, outlet works, and powerhouse on May 18
• PFM Brainstorming and Screening workshops May 19-21 at the Philipsburg firehall
• Risk estimation and consequence estimation sessions May 22 and June 15-19
• Review of FERC guidelines Chapters 17 and 18 for failure mode screening

The commissioners and various agency representatives participated in a site inspection and a three‑day PFMA and L2RA workshop at Flint Creek Dam and the Philipsburg Firehall. The sessions covered dam inspections, risk estimation, and development of potential failure modes. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a special meeting from May 18–22, 2026, to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Flint Creek Dam Project at Georgetown Lake. No regular commission sessions are scheduled during this week, though the public is invited to observe from the Flint Creek Chapel area.

• Special meeting for Part 12D Dam Inspection (Flint Creek Dam Project)
• Meeting location: Flint Creek Dam and Philipsburg Volunteer Fire Department, 505 Hamilton Court
• Public observation allowed from Flint Creek Chapel area
• No regular commission sessions scheduled for May 18–22, 2026
• Contact Administrative Assistant Maranda Williams for accommodations

Valley Fire District

The Valley Fire District Board will hold its regular meeting on May 13, 2026. The agenda includes only standard items such as call to order, public comment, treasurer's report, new business, old business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, contracts, or policy changes are listed.

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, including the Flint Creek Dam and the County Courthouse roof. The board will also address health and safety conditions at Wagon Wheel Apartments and a mill levy election for the hospital district.

• Final decision on awarding bid for County Courthouse Roof Project
• Approval and signature for DNRC RRG Grant for Flint Creek Dam Improvements Project with GreatWest Engineering
• Special Board of Health meeting regarding health and safety conditions at Wagon Wheel Apartments, Drummond
• Canvass for the Granite County Hospital District’s Mill Levy Election
• Letter of support for Town of Philipsburg Fred Burr Waterline Replacement Project

The board approved the May 5, 2026 minutes without opposition. A motion was passed unanimously to confirm the hire of John Bullock for the road department, including compensation during CDL training. Commissioners agreed to hold a mandatory road‑crew meeting on the 26th to review staffing needs and the road budget. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted May 5, 2026 board minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed hiring of John Bullock with CDL‑training pay (unanimous)
• Scheduled mandatory road‑crew meeting on the 26th to discuss staffing and budget (agreed)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board will report on recent events and plan promotional activities for the library levy. Items include reviewing signage placement, encouraging personal outreach calls, and deciding on a wine‑and‑cheese gathering to boost community support. The meeting also covers updates on recent library programs and a newspaper article correction request.

• Review and plan placement of additional library signs over the next two weeks
• Encourage each participant to call 10 contacts to support the levy vote
• Decide whether to hold a wine‑and‑cheese gathering on June 2 or later
• Report on recent library events such as the Open House and Senior Citizens program
• Request correction of a newspaper article about the library

Granite County DUI Task Force

The task force will hear the financial report on reinstatement fees and current balance, receive the sheriff's MIP/DUI report, and discuss old business including DUI patrols and designated driver gift cards. New business includes upcoming events and education/prevention ideas for the community and schools. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Financial report – reinstatement fees and current balance
• Sheriff's MIP/DUI report
• Discussion of DUI patrols and designated driver gift cards
• Upcoming events and education/prevention ideas for community and schools

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will consider awarding a bid for the courthouse roof, discuss a grant application for the Clark Fork Bridge project on South Main Street near Drummond, and set a public hearing to establish four roads as county roads. Other items include a radio repeater request from the sheriff, road crew pay for CDL training, and an encroachment permit for a culvert on Lower Willow Creek Road.

• Courthouse roof bid opening and awarding at 10:00 a.m.
• Discussion and decision on MCEP grant application for Clark Fork Bridge project on South Main Street near Drummond with GreatWest Engineering
• Radio repeaters and padded cell request from Sheriff Rico Barkell
• Setting public hearing to establish Royal Gold Creek Road, Wyman Gulch Road, Little Gold Road, and Queen Road as county roads
• Encroachment permit application by Michael Nelson for culvert installation off Lower Willow Creek Road

The board accepted the April 28 minutes and accepted the road superintendent’s resignation. They approved compensation for a new road crew employee’s CDL training. They conditionally awarded the courthouse roofing project to TCS Northwest pending funding confirmation. They also approved the appointment of members to the post‑election audit committee.

• Accepted April 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Road & Bridge Superintendent Paul Alt’s resignation effective May 1 (unanimous)
• Approved compensation for new employee John Bullock’s CDL training time (unanimous)
• Conditionally awarded courthouse roofing contract to TCS Northwest pending funding (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of members to the primary/general post‑election audit committee (unanimous)

MT Opioid Abatement Region 4 Board

The Abatement Region 4 Board will meet online to approve March meeting minutes and determine a Notice of Funding Opportunity for opioid abatement funds. Public comment periods are scheduled for both non-agenda and agenda items.

• Approval of March 26, 2026 meeting minutes
• Determination of a Notice of Funding Opportunity

The board unanimously approved the March 26 meeting minutes. It then agreed to move forward with the draft Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Region 4, with final edits to be completed by the chair. The next meeting was set for June 24, 2026.

• Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved forward with draft NOFO for Region 4 (consensus)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Granite County Study Commission will meet to approve minutes, review the budget, and hold a public hearing on a tentative report. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes
• Budget report
• Additions to tentative report
• Public hearing on tentative report
• Set date for next meeting

The commission approved the April 1 meeting minutes, with Vice Chair Gagliano abstaining. They voted 3‑0 to adopt additions to the tentative report, adding certificates for the existing and proposed forms of government and posting the revised report on the county website. The meeting noted a budget expense of $35.26 and a remaining balance of $6,207.32. The next meeting is scheduled for June 3.

• Approved April 1 meeting minutes (Gagliano abstained)
• Approved update of tentative report with certificates and website posting (3‑0)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a public meeting on a $0 MCEP application to replace the Main Street Bridge over the Clark Fork River in Drummond. They will also discuss a resolution applying for public roadway easements on U.S. Forest Service land and conditional acceptance, and consider county support for a cable median rail safety project between Drummond and Gold Creek. Other items include a gravel purchase from Bob Weaver Construction, a grant for Flint Creek Dam improvements, and a letter of support for Philipsburg's storm water system replacement grant.

• Resolution 2026-5: applying for U.S. Forest Service public roadway easements and conditional acceptance (2nd reading and adoption)
• Public meeting on MCEP application for Main Street Bridge replacement over Clark Fork River in Drummond
• Requested county support for Cable Median Rail Project between Drummond and Gold Creek due to recent fatalities
• 2025 Gravel Purchase from Bob Weaver Construction (Rattler Gulch Pit) – discussion and decision
• DNRC RRG Grant application for improvements to Flint Creek Dam Project

The commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2026‑5, accepting easements for several U.S. Forest Service roads and designating them as county roads with limited maintenance. They also approved letters of support for Philipsburg’s storm‑water grant application, the 2027 alcohol tax funding designation, and the 2027 fiscal year for that funding. A motion to stay dam outflow at 35 CFS for a week also passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2026‑5 for forest service road easements (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for Philipsburg storm‑water grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 alcohol tax funding designation and EFT forms (unanimous)
• Approved stay at 35 CFS dam outflow for one week (unanimous)
• Paused discussion on 2025 gravel purchase issues, to follow up later

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will review its strategic plan and consider upcoming Mill Levy Task Force activities. The meeting will also approve the March 11, 2026 minutes and receive reports from the clerk, librarian, and program manager. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.

• Strategic Plan Review
• Mill Levy Task Force schedule: April 24 Thrift Shop (10:00 AM), April 24 Senior Citizens (5:30 PM), April 28 7 Gables (6:00‑7:00 PM), May 1 Spring Fling (4:00‑6:00 PM), May 5 Cinco de Mayo at VFW Maxville (6:00‑7:00 PM), May 6 Next Mill Levy Task Force Meeting – Circle of Influence (4:30 PM), June 2 Election Day
• Approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Clerk’s Report by Dorene Pfendler
• Librarian’s Report by Gina

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on a $474,494 FAA grant transfer to Ravalli County, a resolution for public roadway easements from the US Forest Service, and updates on the courthouse elevator and bathroom project with possible liquidated damages. Other items include approval of minutes, reports from various departments, and a closed session for a personnel matter.

• FAA Non-Primary Entitlement Grant Funding Transfer Request of $474,494 to Ravalli County
• Resolution 2026-5: Application to US Forest Service for public roadway easements and conditional acceptance
• Courthouse Elevator and Bathroom Project update with possible assessment of liquidated damages
• Extension of time letter request to FERC for updated Public Safety Plan and Owners Dam Safety Program
• Rental agreement with CAT for a 2024 CAT CS12 vibratory single drum smooth roller

The board unanimously voted to raise the Georgetown Lake dam outflow to 35 cubic feet per second for one week, pending agency approval. They also approved a roller rental contract, a $250 gift certificate to the Philipsburg Volunteer Fire Department, and appointed Jace Burrier to the Tri‑County Fair Board. The elevator project liquidated‑damages assessment was deferred.

• Approved temporary outflow increase to 35 CFS (unanimous)
• Approved roller rental contract at $700/day, $2,000/week, $6,000/month (unanimous)
• Approved $250 gift certificate to Philipsburg Volunteer Fire Department (unanimous)
• Accepted Jace Burrier to Tri‑County Fair Board (unanimous)
• Deferred assessment of liquidated damages for elevator contractor (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several action items, including a Beacon Ordinance that involves setting up remote communication between pilots and the Sheriff's Office. The board will also review the Airport Manager position, current bylaws, and directives from the Commissioners regarding board reorganization and limiting board size to five members. Additionally, there will be discussion of the Commissioners' decision from January 7 and a recent FAA meeting on March 31.

• Discussion on Beacon Ordinance for remote pilot-sheriff communication
• Review of Airport Manager position submitted by Andrew Cadwell
• Review of current Airport Board Bylaws and proposed changes
• Discussion on Commissioners' decision (Jan 7) and recent FAA meeting (Mar 31)
• Welcome of Jack Foster to the board and reorganization of board officers

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review and decide on several items, including the MDOT speed study for I-90 near Bearmouth, a grant application for youth detention costs, a preliminary plat for the Rock Creek Minor Subdivision, and a land donation for Wills Subdivision Park. They will also discuss road and bridge repairs behind the Drummond school, the solid waste district report, and the Georgetown Lake dam tender.

• Review and decision on MDOT speed study at I-90 near Bearmouth
• Discussion and decision on FY 2027 SWRJD grant application for youth detention costs
• Decision on preliminary plat approval for Rock Creek Minor Subdivision (Jeffrey Christensen IRA Express Inc.)
• Decision on donation of park land for Wills Subdivision
• Discussion and decision on dam tender report for Georgetown Lake outflow

The commissioners approved a preliminary plat for the Rock Creek Minor Subdivision, adding conditions on well use, septic systems, and setbacks. They also approved several other items unanimously, including a dam flow reduction to 30 CFS, a thank‑you letter to MT DOT for a speed study, rental of a museum for a MACO meeting, most county claims, the FY 2027 SWRJD grant budget, and the minutes from April 7. The proposal to transfer parkland from the Wills Subdivision to the county was tabled for further research.

• Approved preliminary plat for Rock Creek Minor Subdivision with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved dam flow reduction to 30 CFS for one week, pending agency approval (unanimous)
• Approved thank‑you letter to MT DOT for I‑90 speed study (unanimous)
• Approved rental of museum and catering from Zias for MACO meeting (unanimous)
• Approved county claims except Otis elevator‑fuse claim (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2027 SWRJD grant budget (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from April 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of transferring Wills Subdivision parkland to county (no vote recorded)

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will hold a special meeting to elect its officers, including a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, which will be presented to the County Commissioners. The agenda also includes standard items such as call to order, attendance, an open floor for public comment, and adjournment. No substantive policy decisions or contracts are scheduled.

• Election of Board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Open floor for public comment

County Commissioners

The Granite County Board will discuss and vote on several reports and agreements, including a cooperative roads agreement with the Forest Service. Other items include a speed study presentation by the Montana Department of Transportation and a dam tender report for Georgetown Lake. The meeting also covers updates on solid waste, water bottle filler installation, and a pre‑inspection report for the Flint Creek project.

• Granite County Cooperative Roads Agreement with the Forest Service – discussion & decision
• Montana Department of Transportation Bearmouth Speed Study – discussion & decision
• Dam Tender’s Report, Georgetown Lake Outflow – review & decision
• New Water Bottle Filler Station on 1st floor – discussion & decision
• Pre‑Inspection Preparation Report for FERC Flint Creek Project – discussion & decision

The board accepted the March 31, 2026 minutes and approved several unanimous motions: setting the Georgetown Lake outflow to 20 CFS for one week, replacing the courtyard drinking fountain with a $1,869 water‑bottle filler, renewing the five‑year cooperative roads agreement with the Forest Service and adopting the FY27 road maintenance plan, and approving the Flint Creek pre‑inspection report and cover letter for FERC submission.

• Accept March 31, 2026 board minutes (unanimous)
• Set Georgetown Lake outflow to 20 CFS for one week (unanimous)
• Replace old drinking fountain with new water‑bottle filler station ($1,869) (unanimous)
• Renew 5‑year cooperative roads agreement with Forest Service (unanimous)
• Adopt FY27 county road maintenance plan (unanimous)
• Approve Flint Creek pre‑inspection report and cover letter to FERC (unanimous)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Library Mill Levy Task Force will meet on April 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM. The meeting’s purpose is to work on the plan for the June 2, 2026 mill levy election. Board members are expected to attend, with more than a majority likely present.

• Develop plan for the June 2, 2026 library mill levy election

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Local Government Review Board will meet via Zoom to discuss a budget report and review a tentative report. The commission will also determine the date for its next meeting.

• Budget report
• Review of tentative report

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will review minutes from the March 24 meeting and accept public comments. They will discuss reports on roads, bridges, gravel bids, solid waste, and a dam tender before deciding on an airport ordinance for emergency beacon and runway lights at Riddick Field Airport. Additional items include a courthouse reroof project, a task order for the South Main Street Bridge engineering report, and an HDR engineering pre‑inspection of the Flint Creek project.

• County Airport Ordinance RE: Beacon and Runway Lights at Riddick Field Airport – decision on proceeding
• County Courthouse reroof – plans, cost estimates, and public bidding schedule with Slate Architecture
• Task Order #16 for preliminary engineering report and MCEP grant for South Main Street Bridge with GreatWest Engineering
• HDR Engineering’s pre‑inspection report on Flint Creek Project – comprehensive assessment
• Dam Tender’s Report, Georgetown Lake Outflow – review and decision

The board unanimously accepted the March 24 minutes and approved the lowest‑bid gravel purchase letters. They voted to hold dam outflow at 10 CFS for a week and to forward the airport beacon/runway lights draft to the Airport Board. The commissioners also approved the county courthouse re‑roof project and the Task Order to complete the South Main Street Bridge preliminary engineering and MCEP grant application.

• Accepted March 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved gravel purchase letters based on lowest bids (motion carried)
• Moved to hold dam outflow at 10 CFS for a week (unanimous)
• Agreed to send draft airport beacon/runway lights ordinance to Airport Board for review
• Approved county courthouse re‑roof project and public bidding (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #16 to complete preliminary engineering and MCEP grant application for South Main Street Bridge (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to decide on opioid class action settlements with Kroger and Walgreens. The board will also review airport beacon and runway light policies and the potential consolidation of TV district boards.

• Opioid Class Action Case Settlements with Kroger and Walgreens
• County Airport Board policy for beacon and runway lights and bylaw amendments
• Consolidation of Drummond and Philipsburg TV District Boards
• Gravel Bid Openings
• Fact sheet and Q&A meetings for Local Option Motor Vehicle (Luxury) Tax ballot issue

The commission adopted a policy to release meeting minutes only after they are approved and approved a gravel purchasing process that uses the lowest bid while considering trucking costs. It also set a 10 CFS outflow limit for Georgetown Lake dam for one week, accepted opioid settlement funds, and approved training for an airport board representative with the Sheriff to manually activate the beacon in emergencies.

• Adopted policy to release meeting minutes only after approval (unanimous)
• Approved gravel purchases based on lowest bid with trucking‑cost considerations (unanimous)
• Set Georgetown Lake dam outflow at 10 CFS for one week (unanimous)
• Accepted opioid class‑action settlement funds for public‑health use (unanimous)
• Approved training for airport board representative with Sheriff to manually turn on beacon (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will discuss the Commissioners' directives to reorganize the board, including appointing a new Vice Chair and Chair and limiting the board to five members. The board will also review the FAA meeting proceedings and consider updates to its bylaws. Additional items include snow‑plowing invoices for Riddick and Drummond Fields, the Airport Manager job description, and open board positions.

• Review and recommend changes to GCAB bylaws per Commissioner directives
• Consider limiting board size to five members and appointing new Vice Chair and Chair
• Snow‑plowing invoices for Riddick Field
• Snow‑plowing invoices for Drummond Field
• Discussion of Airport Manager job description

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure grants, airport board policies, and the courthouse project. The body will also conduct interviews for a road crew operator/mechanic position.

• MCEP Construction Grant for the Clark Fork River Bridge (South Main Street Bridge south of Drummond)
• County Airport Board recommended policy for beacon and runway lights and bylaw amendments
• Courthouse project update with TCS Northwest and Slate Architecture
• Interviews for Road Crew Operator/Mechanic position
• 2027 Session's Bill Drafting Process

The commissioners approved the Board of Health minutes and set dam outflow to 10 CFS, both unanimously. They postponed a new water‑truck purchase, tabled airport‑board items, and accepted several board resignations and appointments. They also agreed to pursue a grant for the Clark Fork River Bridge, which would need about $1.2 million in county matching funds.

• Approved Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to set dam outflow to 10 CFS passed unanimously
• Deferred airport board application (tabled)
• Delayed purchase of new water truck; will continue using current equipment
• Accepted Amanda Weaver resignation from Tri‑County Fair Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie White to Philipsburg Library Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Allums to Philipsburg Television Board (unanimous)
• Agreed to pursue MCEP grant for Clark Fork River Bridge (general agreement)

Board of Health

The Granite County Board of Health will approve the minutes from its last meeting. It will discuss reports from the Sanitarian, Tobacco Prevention, and Public Health Nurse. The board will consider and decide whether to appoint a designated representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the board. Public comment will be accepted before the first agenda item.

• Approval of the last meeting minutes
• Granite County Sanitarian Report with Chad Lanes – discussion
• Granite County Tobacco Prevention Report with Amanda Bohrer – discussion
• Public Health Nurse Report with Deb Robinson – discussion
• Decision on requesting a designated representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the board

The Board of Health unanimously approved the minutes from the December 2025 meeting. Members supported moving forward with drafting policy language for a possible amendment to the Clean Indoor Air Act. They also agreed to make regular updates from Granite County Medical Center a standing agenda item. The meeting adjourned at 9:18 a.m.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported drafting policy language for a Clean Indoor Air Act amendment
• Adopted regular Granite County Medical Center updates as a standing agenda item

County Commissioners

The Granite County Board of Health meeting on March 17, 2026 will approve the previous meeting minutes, hear reports from the sanitarian, tobacco prevention officer, and public health nurse, and consider a request to appoint a designated representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the board. A decision is expected on the medical‑center representative request. Public comment will be accepted before the first agenda item.

• Approval of last meeting minutes (discussion and decision)
• Granite County Sanitarian Report (discussion)
• Granite County Tobacco Prevention Report (discussion)
• Public Health Nurse and PHEP Report (discussion)
• Decision on appointing a designated representative from Granite County Medical Center to report to the Board (discussion & decision)

The Board approved the December 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board agreed to move forward with drafting policy language to amend the Clean Indoor Air Act. Members also agreed to make regular updates from Granite County Medical Center a standing agenda item.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported drafting amendment to Clean Indoor Air Act
• Agreed to add regular medical‑center updates as standing agenda item

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will welcome new member Stephanie White and note that her appointment will be finalized at the March 17 Commission meeting. The board will review the 2026 Mill Levy Task Force work plan, with the next task force meeting scheduled for April 1. They will also discuss the basement office rental, noting one space is rented until June and another remains available, and review the 2026 Strategic Plan.

• Welcome new board member Stephanie White
• Board appointment to be finalized at March 17 Commission meeting
• Review of 2026 Mill Levy Task Force work plan (next meeting April 1)
• Basement office rental: one space rented until June, one still available
• Review of 2026 Strategic Plan

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Study Commission will conduct its first public hearing regarding potential changes to local government. The body will also discuss the creation of a tentative report and receive an update on legal representation.

• First public hearing on potential changes to local government
• Discussion on creating tentative report
• Update on legal representation
• Budget report

The commission voted 2-0 (Gagliano abstaining) to schedule the next meeting for April 1, 2026 at 6 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned by a 2-0 vote (Gagliano abstaining). Approval of the February 11 minutes was tabled at the request of Vice Chair Gagliano. The budget report noted no changes since the prior meeting.

• Set next meeting for April 1, 2026 (2-0, Gagliano abstaining)
• Adjourn meeting (2-0, Gagliano abstaining)
• Approval of Feb. 11 minutes tabled (no vote)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Safety Committee will receive updates on Payne West, the Montana State Fund, the courthouse, maintenance, the jail, roads, and solid waste container sites. The committee will discuss revising the Emergency Action Plan to include the building elevator and the new E3 security system scheduled for January. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Payne West updates (Rody Holman and Brodie Loushin)
• Montana State Fund update (Mark Rosenleaf)
• Courthouse update (Dee Dunkerson)
• Emergency Action Plan revision to add elevator and E3 security system

The commissioners approved the quarterly safety committee minutes after correcting the spelling of Brodie Loushin's name. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes with correction to Brodie Loushin name (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to decide on several infrastructure and safety matters. Key items include dam safety documentation for FERC and a construction grant for the South Main Street Bridge south of Drummond.

• MCEP Construction Grant for the Clark Fork River Bridge (South Main Street Bridge south of Drummond)
• Dam Safety Monitoring Reports and Emergency Action Plan e-filing with FERC
• Bid notice for county gravel purchase
• Encroachment permit for shoreline stabilization at Badger Bay Development, Lot 5, Georgetown Lake
• Cancellation of certain local, unopposed election races in the primary election

The board approved the safety committee minutes after correcting a name spelling. They accepted the March 3 board minutes, the county gravel bid notice, and kept the dam water release at 6 CFS for a week. The commissioners also moved forward with a construction grant application for the Clark Fork River bridge and approved an encroachment permit for shoreline stabilization at Georgetown Lake, pending insurance and bonding documents.

• Approved safety committee minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)
• Accepted board minutes from March 3, 2026 (unanimous)
• Accepted county gravel bid notice for newspaper publication (unanimous)
• Maintained dam water release at 6 CFS for a week (unanimous)
• Accepted dam safety monitoring reports and related filings (unanimous)
• Proceed with MCEP construction grant application for Clark Fork River bridge (unanimous)
• Approved Eric Anderson’s encroachment permit for Georgetown Lake shoreline stabilization, contingent on insurance/bonding
• Discussed railroad crossing request; no decision made

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Library Mill Levy Task Force will meet on March 4 at 4:30 PM. The meeting will focus on developing the plan for the June 2, 2026 mill levy election. A majority of board members are expected to attend.

• Develop plan for the June 2, 2026 mill levy election

Granite County DUI Task Force

The task force will review its financial report, including reinstatement fees and the current balance sheet. It will receive the sheriff’s MIP/DUI report and discuss old business items such as DUI patrols and the possible use of designated‑driver gift cards. New business will cover upcoming community events and ideas for education and prevention programs for schools. No decisions are indicated; the meeting is for discussion and reporting.

• Financial report – reinstatement fees and current balance sheet
• Sheriff’s MIP/DUI report
• Discussion of DUI patrols
• Consideration of designated‑driver gift cards
• Planning of upcoming community events and school education/prevention ideas

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to decide on several administrative and operational matters. Key items include updating the county's growth policy and determining county contributions for employee healthcare plans.

• Granite County’s Growth Policy update plan
• MACo Healthcare Plans county contribution for employees
• Courthouse Elevator Maintenance Agreement with Otis
• Southwest Montana Drug Task Force Memorandum of Understanding for Fiscal Year 26-27
• Yearly Fuel Tax Certification of Roadway Mileage for Fiscal Year 26-27

The board approved the Alternate Tier Option 2 health plan for county employees, increasing the county’s annual cost by about $29,748 and setting a monthly contribution of $1,722 per employee. They also approved the Otis elevator maintenance contract at $218 per month and confirmed the elevator bond. The yearly fuel‑tax roadway mileage certification was accepted, and the airport board application was forwarded to the acting chair for review.

• Adopt Alternate Tier Option 2 health plan for 2026‑2027 (unanimous)
• Approve Otis elevator maintenance contract at $218/month, paid annually (unanimous)
• Approve bond for courthouse elevator contractor (unanimous)
• Accept yearly fuel‑tax roadway mileage certification (unanimous)
• Accept February 24, 2026 board minutes after correction (unanimous)
• Forward airport board application to acting chair David Lee (agreed)
• Place dump‑gate opening time change on agenda for next meeting (agreed)
• Stay at 6 CFS flow for a week per dam tender report (motion passed)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will decide on health insurance plans for employees and a ballot issue for a local option motor vehicle tax. The board will also review a final plat for Arrowstone Lot 14 and discuss funding for the Flint Creek Dam and Gold Coin Bridge.

• Resolution 2026-4: Proposed local option motor vehicle tax ballot issue for June 2, 2026
• Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage and county contributions for FY 26-27
• Final Plat Review for Arrowstone Lot 14 – Johnson Subdivision
• DNRC-RRG Grant for Flint Creek Dam and funding for Gold Coin Bridge
• Surplus property bid opening and award for a backhoe

The commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution to place a luxury‑vehicle tax ballot measure in the June 2 primary election. They also approved a $8,500 bid to purchase a surplus backhoe, appointed Jack Foster to the Airport Board, accepted the February 17 meeting minutes, and voted to keep dam outflow at 6 CFS for one week.

• Accepted February 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Stayed dam outflow at 6 CFS for a week (unanimous)
• Approved Don Smith's $8,500 bid for surplus backhoe (unanimous)
• Appointed Jack Foster to the Airport Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑4 to place luxury vehicle tax ballot issue (unanimous)

Georgetown Lake Fire Service Area

MT Opioid Abatement Region 4 Board

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will discuss ongoing field updates, the airport manager job description, and a motion to recommend that commissioners approve a $17,500 Montana Aeronautics grant for recent runway surface patching. Additional items include beacon maintenance procedures, coordination with Philipsburg Town, and open board positions. New business covers an upcoming meeting with GC Commissioners and the FAA about beacon shutdown and FAA AIP funding. The meeting will conclude with public comment and scheduling the next regular meeting.

• Motion to recommend $17,500 grant for runway surface patching
• Snow plowing approval for Riddick Field
• Airport beacon maintenance procedures
• Coordination between Airport Board and Philipsburg Town
• Meeting with GC Commissioners and FAA on beacon shutdown and AIP funding

The board approved the minutes from the Jan. 21 meeting and approved snow plowing at Riddick Field. It also adopted a recommendation for the commissioners to approve a $17,500 Montana Aeronautics grant to cover runway repair done last summer. The board concluded that no further action is needed on the beacon maintenance.

• Approved Jan. 21 meeting minutes (All‑aye)
• Approved snow plowing at Riddick Field (All‑aye)
• Approved recommendation to commissioners for $17,500 runway repair grant (All‑aye)
• Determined no action needed on beacon maintenance (All‑aye)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will review and potentially approve a new board member, a 2026 strategic plan, and a mill levy task force work plan. The meeting will also cover financials, the librarian's report, and a staff holiday celebration.

• Approval of new board member (term ends 2027)
• Review and action to approve 2026 Strategic Plan
• Review 2026 Mill Levy Task Force work plan
• Review and approval of financials/warrants
• Staff Holiday Celebration scheduled for Feb. 19

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss a proposed motor vehicle tax for the June 2, 2026, primary election. The body will also review health insurance proposals and a boiler maintenance contract for the Courthouse and Sheriff’s Office.

• Resolution 2026-4: Proposed local option motor vehicle tax ballot issue for June 2, 2026
• Comfort Systems contract proposal for Courthouse and Sheriff’s Office boiler maintenance
• Health insurance proposals from Big Sky Benefit Solutions, Southwestern Montana Insurance Centers, and MACo
• Victims Witness Advocate Program (VOCA) grant application
• Town of Philipsburg letter of support for infrastructure projects

The commissioners accepted the February 9 and 10 meeting minutes and voted to advertise a road and bridge Operator/Mechanic position. They adopted a solid waste policy revision clarifying delinquent fee rules and stayed the Georgetown Lake dam outflow at 6 CFS for a week. The board also approved the 2027‑2028 VOCA grant and signed letters of support for town grant applications.

• Accepted February 9 and 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved advertising Operator/Mechanic road position (unanimous)
• Adopted solid waste policy revision, page 6, section 6H (unanimous)
• Stayed Georgetown Lake dam outflow at 6 CFS for one week (unanimous)
• Approved VOCA grant application and authorized signature (unanimous)
• Signed letters of support to Senator Tim Sheehy and Rep. Ryan Zinke (unanimous)

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Granite County Study Commission will receive a budget report, examine the countywide survey findings presented by Luke Ulatowski, and discuss legal counsel options presented by Elena Gagliano. The board will also set the date for its first public hearing. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the agenda items.

• Budget report
• Review results of countywide survey – Luke Ulatowski
• Discuss options for legal counsel – Elena Gagliano
• Set date for first public hearing

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 14 meeting. It also unanimously set the required public hearing for March 11, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Granite County Courthouse. Commissioners agreed to compile the full survey comments for the public record and to ask County Attorney Blaine Bradshaw for legal assistance.

• Approved Jan. 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for March 11, 2026 at 6 p.m. (unanimous)
• Agreed to compile full survey comments (no objection)
• Agreed to seek County Attorney Blaine Bradshaw’s assistance (no objection)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss a proposed luxury tax on motor vehicles and motor homes and review the Georgetown Lake dam tender report. They will also consider insurance renewals, a support letter for a mining project, solid waste policy changes, and other operational matters.

• Proposed County Local Option Tax – luxury tax on motor vehicles and motor homes (initial discussion and preliminary decision)
• Dam Tender’s Report, Georgetown Lake Outflow (review and decision)
• MACo Health Care Trust Insurance possible renewal (discussion and decision)
• Property Insurance on railroad equipment in county road rights‑of‑way with railroad crossings (discussion and decision)
• Solid Waste District policy changes regarding delinquent payments and pay‑as‑you‑go (discussion and decision)

The board unanimously approved the formal donation of a county roller/compactor to the Kiwanis Club, completing the transfer record. The minutes from the February 3 meeting were accepted unanimously. A motion to maintain dam outflow at 6 CFS for one week also passed unanimously. The agenda item on property‑insurance for railroad equipment was tabled pending pricing information.

• Accepted February 3 minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved dam outflow stay at 6 CFS for one week (unanimous 3‑0)
• Formally donated roller/compactor to Kiwanis Club (unanimous 3‑0)
• Tabled property‑insurance discussion for railroad equipment (no vote recorded)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board will vote to accept the resignation of board member Kathy Gillies. A work session will be held for the Mill Levy Task Force, which includes board members, to start planning the June 2, 2026 mill levy. No other agenda items are listed.

• Accept resignation of board member Kathy Gillies
• Mill Levy Task Force begins planning for June 2, 2026 mill levy

The Philipsburg Community Library Board formally accepted the resignation of board member Kathy Gillies. The board also announced that the Mill Levy Task Force will begin planning for the June 2, 2026 mill levy.

• Accepted resignation of Kathy Gillies from the Board

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on several administrative and infrastructure matters. Key items include federal spending requests for the Gold Coin Bridge and updates to solid waste policies.

• FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Requests for Gold Coin Bridge
• Proposed changes to Solid Waste District policy regarding leaves and grass clippings disposal
• State of MT/Granite County Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement
• 26/27 Renewal Application with MACo PCT Insurance
• Surplus property bid notice for a backhoe at Drummond Solid Waste Site

The board unanimously approved the State of Montana–Granite County Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement. They also approved a motion to keep dam outflow at 6 CFS for one week and accepted the resignations of two board members. A motion to proceed with a Congressional Directed Spending application for the Gold Coin Bridge was approved. The commission accepted the January 27 minutes and agreed to clarify solid‑waste policy language.

• Approved Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved dam flow stay at 6 CFS for one week (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Dr. Gary Snyder (Airport Board) and Kathy Gillies (Library Board) (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with CDS application for Gold Coin Bridge (approved)
• Accepted January 27, 2026 board minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to clarify solid‑waste policy language and bring it back for approval

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session to consider several reports and make decisions on items such as surplus property bids, an insurance agent appointment, and dam monitoring invoices. They will also discuss public notices for airport board vacancies and a streamflow monitoring project for the Flint Creek area. Public comment will be accepted before the first agenda item and throughout the meeting.

• County surplus property bid openings – discussion and decision
• Marsh McLennan Agency appointment as county insurance agent – discussion and decision
• Willowrock, Inc. winter survey invoice for Georgetown Lake dam monitoring – discussion and decision
• Scope of work and costs for streamflow monitoring at Southern Cross (Flint Creek project) – discussion and decision
• Public noticing of airport board vacancies and appointment of airport board chair – discussion and decision

The commissioners unanimously approved a contract amendment that raises Marsh McLennan’s indemnity limit to $10 million. They also approved payment of a Willowrock invoice, awarded a $3,025 bid for an Ingersoll Rand roller, and adopted several letters and notices, including a stay at 6 CFS for a 3‑week period and a public notice of airport board vacancies.

• Approved Marsh McLennan insurance amendment with $10 M indemnity cap (unanimous)
• Accepted and paid Willowrock Inc. invoice (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,025 bid for Ingersoll Rand roller (unanimous)
• Moved to stay at 6 CFS for a 3‑week period (unanimous)
• Approved letter to USGS on streamflow monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved public notice of airport board vacancies (unanimous)
• Approved letter to AOPA/MPA regarding Riddick Field beacon (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes for Jan 20, 2026 (unanimous)

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the hiring of a new library assistant and discuss strategic planning for 2026.

• Action item: Approve hiring new library assistant
• Work session: Strategic Planning for 2026

Airport Board

The Granite County Airport Board will discuss and vote on a fuel station proposal. It will also appoint new board officers and consider open board positions. Additional items include recommending a new airport manager and addressing Zoom and public access for board documents.

• Discussion and decision on fuel station proposal
• Appointment of new board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Open positions on the board (D. Jones and D. Lee TBD)
• Recommendation for new airport manager
• Zoom account for airport board meetings and public document access

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

The Granite County Study Commission will meet at 2 p.m. on Jan 20, 2026, to hand‑count surveys and record the findings. No official action or decision will be taken at this meeting.

• Hand‑count surveys and document results (no official action)

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will meet to review weekly reports and make decisions on several infrastructure and permitting items. Key discussions include courthouse maintenance and mining permit renewals.

• Granite County Courthouse Reroof Project
• TCS Northwest update on Courthouse Elevator and Bathroom Project
• State of Montana Aggregate and Rock Mining Permit G-1506-15 2026 Renewal
• DeNova Northwest Encroachment Permit Application
• Streamflow Monitoring at Southern Cross regarding Flint Creek Project with USGS

The board unanimously accepted the minutes from the January 13 and January 7 meetings. They approved releasing 6 CFS per week from Georgetown Lake and authorized a letter to clarify the streamflow‑monitoring contract. The resignation of the Airport Board chair and manager was accepted, and a one‑year waiting‑period waiver was granted for one family‑transfer lot while keeping a two‑year restriction on the second lot. A coordination call for the Flint Creek Part 12D project was scheduled for February 9.

• Accepted January 13 board minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted January 7 special‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved release of 6 CFS weekly from Georgetown Lake (unanimous)
• Authorized letter requesting clarification on streamflow‑monitoring costs (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Airport Board chair and manager (unanimous)
• Waived one‑year waiting period for one family‑transfer lot, kept two‑year for other (unanimous)
• Scheduled Part 12D coordination call for Feb 9 at 8:30 a.m. (unanimous)

Study Commission - Local Government Review Board

Valley Fire District

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions establishing the 2026 calendar for meeting dates, courthouse hours, and business travel rates. The body will also review a dam tender's report for the Georgetown Lake Outflow and discuss several service contracts.

• Resolution 2026-1: Regular Commission meeting dates and courthouse office hours for 2026
• Resolution 2026-2: Mileage, lodging, and per diem rates for business travel for 2026
• Resolution 2026-3: Daily rate and daily rate of credit for incarceration for 2026
• Dam Tender's Report for Georgetown Lake Outflow
• Sweet Pea Annual Portable Sanitation Service Contract

County Commissioners

The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on installing a beacon light at Riddick Field Airport. The meeting also includes the standard opening, public comment period, and projected adjournment.

• Riddick Field Airport beacon light – discussion and decision

Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2026 mill levy for the June 2, 2026 election. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and updates on the 2025 Strategic Plan.

• 2026 mill levy discussion for June 2, 2026 election
• 2025 Strategic Plan meeting scheduled for January 21, 2026
• Basement office rental status
• Facility improvements: motion light, bathroom door, and basement water pipe
• Final numbers for 2025 Fundraising Campaign

County Commissioners

The Commission will select a Chair for 2026 and consider resolutions for the year's meeting dates, courthouse hours, and business travel rates. They will also discuss the sale of surplus equipment and the transfer of PILT funds to the towns of Philipsburg and Drummond.

• Resolution 2026-1: Establishing 2026 meeting dates and courthouse office hours
• Resolution 2026-2: Establishing 2026 mileage, lodging, and per diem rates
• Resolution 2026-3: Establishing 2026 daily rates for incarceration
• Resolution 2025-18: Transfer of PILT funds to the Town of Philipsburg and Town of Drummond
• Surplus bid notice for a backhoe and roller