Laurel public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Laurel City Council will approve the minutes from its December 12, 2023 meeting and adopt the consent calendar. The consent items include claims entered through December 22, 2023 and the payroll register for PPE dated 12/10/2023 totaling $216,668.67. Additional routine items such as board minutes and the 2024 oaths of office will also be considered.

• Approval of Minutes of December 12, 2023
• Approval of Payroll Register for PPE 12/10/2023 totaling $216,668.67
• Adoption of Consent Calendar including claims entered through December 22, 2023
• Review of Budget/Finance Committee Minutes of December 12, 2023
• 2024 Oaths of Office (ceremonial)

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, the payroll register for the period ending December 10, 2023, and the November 2023 financial statement. They will also review the Comp/OT report and receive updates from the Mayor and Clerk Treasurer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Payroll register for pay period ending December 10, 2023, totaling $216,668.67
• Council claims entered through December 22, 2023
• November 2023 monthly financial statement
• Comp/OT report for pay period ending December 10, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024

City/County Planning Board

The Laurel City/County Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider several planning items, including a resolution recommending adoption of the 2023 update to the 2020 Growth Policy, Yellowstone County subdivision regulations, and City of Laurel zoning ordinances. The board will also discuss a request from Yellowstone County to consider zoning regulations around Laurel in the planning jurisdiction, and review a schedule of fees for planning items, including exempt plat fees changed by the Montana Legislature.

• Resolution No 2023-01 recommending adoption of the 2023 update to the 2020 Growth Policy
• Yellowstone County Subdivision Regulations requested by the County Commissioners
• Motion for City of Laurel Zoning Regulations
• Yellowstone County's request to consider Zoning Regulations around Laurel in the planning jurisdiction
• Schedule of Fees and Charges for Planning Items, including exempt plat fees changed by the Montana Legislature

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop meeting with public input, executive review, and council issues. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of an adjustment related to 303 Union Market. No formal action is expected on this discussion item.

• Discussion of 303 Union Market adjustment
• Public input period for non-agenda items

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to review the Emergency Call Out Report and the KLJ Report. The committee will also discuss whether to cancel or reschedule meetings for January and February.

• Emergency Call Out Report
• KLJ Report
• Scheduling of January and February meetings

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, a payroll register totaling $287,210.29, and utility billing adjustments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending November 26, 2023, totaling $287,210.29
• Review and approve council claims entered through December 8, 2023
• Review and approve purchase requisitions
• Review and approve utility billing adjustments for November 2023
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending November 26, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance regarding the City Tree Board. The body is also considering a task order for grant support services for a proposed new water tank.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance O23-05 amending the Laurel Municipal Code regarding the City Tree Board
• Resolution R23-89 authorizing a task order with Klj Engineering, Inc. for a proposed new water tank
• Approval of payroll register for PPE 11/26/2023 totaling $287,210.29
• Resolution R23-88 approving a Memorandum Of Understanding with Beartooth Resource Conservation & Development Area, Inc.
• Appointments to the Police Department, Emergency Medical Services, Cemetery Commission, and Urban Renewal Agency

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, correspondence, and a circulation report, as well as new business on library fees and a musical storytime program. Old business includes board meetings, a fundraiser, and new bookshelves. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion of library fees
• Musical Storytime program
• Fundraiser update
• New bookshelves
• Public input limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board is meeting to discuss park-related business. They passed motions recommending the City Council install lighting at the Russell Park playground and use Stone Age Concrete products for permanent park memorials. The agenda also includes updates on several Riverside Park projects and other park matters.

• Motion passed to recommend City Council install lighting for new playground at Russell Park
• Motion passed to recommend Stone Age Concrete products for permanent memorials in parks
• Discussion on shower building use at Riverside Park
• Discussion on Riverside Park lead cleanup
• Discussion on Lions Club agreement for old Jaycee Hall

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss appointments to the Cemetery Commission and Urban Renewal Agency. The body will review resolutions regarding a new water tank and a memorandum of understanding with Beartooth Resource Conservation & Development Area, Inc.

• Resolution for grant support services with Klj Engineering, Inc. for a proposed new water tank
• Resolution for a Memorandum Of Understanding with Beartooth Resource Conservation & Development Area, Inc.
• Ordinance No. O23-05 amending the Laurel Municipal Code regarding the City Tree Board
• Appointment of Nathan LaFrombois to the Laurel Police Department
• Discussion regarding Concrete Games

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the municipal code regarding special events permits and the City Tree Board. The body is also reviewing a collective bargaining agreement memorandum and a local airport authority appointment.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. O23-04 regarding Special Events Permits
• Ordinance O23-05 regarding the City Tree Board
• Resolution No. R23-87: MOU for 2023-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Local Union 316
• Payroll register for PPE 11/12/2023 totaling $243,344.31
• Appointment of James Wise to the Laurel Airport Authority

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to approve standard financial documents including prior meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims, a $243,344.31 payroll register, and the October 2023 financial statement. No major policy decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approve payroll register totaling $243,344.31 for pay period ending November 12, 2023
• Approve October 2023 monthly financial statement
• Approve purchase requisitions and council claims entered through November 24, 2023
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending November 12, 2023

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October and receive updates from the ambulance director, police chief, and fire chief. The committee will also discuss whether to reschedule or cancel the December meeting. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions expected.

• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2023
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Updates from Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Discussion on rescheduling or canceling December meeting

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a workshop meeting to decide on an appointment to the Laurel Airport Authority and vote on a memorandum of understanding with Local Union 316 for a collective bargaining agreement. The council will also consider two ordinances: one amending special events permit rules and another updating the City Tree Board regulations.

• Appointment to Laurel Airport Authority for remainder of term ending June 30, 2024
• Memorandum of Understanding with Local Union 316 for 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement on timecard procedures and boot allowance
• Ordinance O23-04 amending special events permit rules in Title 12, Chapters 12.18.010 and 12.18.060
• Ordinance amending City Tree Board regulations in Title 12, Chapter 12.32.050

Public Works Committee

The Laurel Public Works Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from October 16, 2023, and to receive reports on emergency call-outs and from KLJ (an engineering consultant). No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2023
• Emergency Call Out Report
• KLJ Report

City/County Planning Board

The City/County Planning Board will discuss updates to the Zoning Code and the Growth Management Plan. The board intends to set public hearing dates for these items, including a December 20, 2023, hearing for the Growth Management Plan.

• Napa Signs- Entryway Zoning District
• Zoning Code Update and setting a public hearing
• Draft Changes to the Growth Management Plan
• Resolution to set the public hearing for December 20th, 2023

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee will meet to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a payroll register totaling $238,631.12. They will also review a comp/OT report and receive updates from the mayor and clerk treasurer. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending October 29, 2023, totaling $238,631.12
• Review and approve council claims entered through November 9, 2023
• Review and approve utility billing adjustments for October 2023
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending October 29, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for November 28, 2023

City Council

The City Council will vote on a lease agreement with the Laurel Lions Club for Riverside Hall and an ordinance amending special events permits. The body is also considering the disposal of city records and an encroachment permit for an alleyway off Second Avenue.

• Resolution R23-46: Lease agreement with Laurel Lions Club for Riverside Hall at Riverside Park
• Ordinance O23-04: Amendments to municipal code regarding special events permits
• Payroll register for PPE10/29/2023 totaling $238,631.12
• Resolution R23-86: Encroachment permit for alleyway off Second Avenue near #9 Second Avenue
• Motions to reconsider resolutions R23-83 (Randall Contracting change order) and R23-84 (Hardrives Construction, Inc. contract)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review circulation reports and discuss new business including book shelves and holiday closures. The board will also address updates regarding the Federation and ongoing fundraising and book sale efforts.

• Purchase or installation of new book shelves
• Determination of holiday closings
• Federation update
• Fundraiser status
• Book sale status

City Council

The Laurel City Council workshop will hear a LURA presentation and an Arbor Day proclamation, then consider several action items. These include authorizing a lease with the Laurel Lions Club for Riverside Hall, motions to reconsider two previously passed resolutions (a change order with Randall Contracting and a contract with Hardrives Construction), a resolution to dispose of city records, and an ordinance amending special events permit rules. Public input is limited to non-agenda items, and no action will be taken on items not listed.

• Resolution R23-46: Authorize mayor to execute lease with Laurel Lions Club for Riverside Hall at Riverside Park
• Motion to reconsider Resolution R23-83: Change order with Randall Contracting
• Motion to reconsider Resolution R23-84: Independent contractor service contract with Hardrives Construction, Inc.
• Resolution to approve disposal of City of Laurel records
• Ordinance amending Title 12, Chapters 12.18.010 and 12.18.060 of Laurel Municipal Code on special events permits

Tree/Park Board

The Park Board will review a presentation from a skate park group and discuss the use of the shower building at Riverside Park. The meeting includes updates on lead cleanup and new building plans for Riverside Park, as well as the Russell Park project.

• Skate Park Group Presentation
• Shower Building Use at Riverside Park
• Riverside Park lead cleanup
• Riverside Park new building
• Lions Club agreement for the old Jaycee Hall

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve routine financial statements, payroll registers, and minutes from previous meetings. Two resolutions will be voted on: one approving a sidewalk landscaping permit at 202 West First Street and another authorizing the Mayor to approve change orders with Randall Contracting and a service contract with Hardrives Construction, Inc. The meeting also includes ceremonial reports and public comment periods.

• Approval of payroll registers totaling $235,947.93 and $229,643.73
• Resolution R23-82: Approve sidewalk landscaping permit at 202 West First Street
• Resolution R23-83: Authorize Mayor to approve change order with Randall Contracting
• Resolution R23-84: Authorize Mayor to approve service contract with Hardrives Construction, Inc.

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee will review and approve minutes from its September 25 meeting, then hear updates from the Ambulance Director, Police Chief, and Fire Chief. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2023
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek, Police Chief Stan Langve, and Fire Chief JW Hopper

Budget/Finance Committee

The committee will review city financial statements, claims, and payroll registers. A representative from the Montana Rural Water Association will present information on USDA grants and loans.

• Payroll register for period ending October 1, 2023: $235,947.93
• Payroll register for period ending October 15, 2023: $229,643.73
• USDA grants and loans presentation by Dennis Eaton
• Financial statements for July, August, and September 2023
• Utility Billing Adjustments for September 2023

City/County Planning Board

The City/County Planning Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on the Lazy KU subdivision second filing, and discuss zoning updates and growth management plans. No decisions are scheduled on items not listed on the agenda.

• Public Hearing for Lazy KU subdivision 2nd Filing
• Approval to send preliminary plat to Yellowstone County Commissioners
• Zoning Update
• Update on growth management plan work sessions

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board will convene to receive routine reports, discuss a library fundraiser and book shelves, review a roof update, and hear school tour plans. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Library Fundraiser — discussion item
• Book Shelves — discussion item
• Roof Update — discussion item
• Fall Book Sale — old business update
• School Tours — discussion item

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a workshop to discuss two resolutions: one approving an encroachment permit for sidewalk landscaping at 202 West First Street, and another authorizing the Mayor to approve a change order with Randall Contracting. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Encroachment permit for sidewalk landscaping at 202 West First Street
• Change order with Randall Contracting

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from the September 18, 2023 meeting and review an emergency call-out report and a KLJ report. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2023
• Review of emergency call-out report
• Review of KLJ report

City Council

The Laurel City Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive the police monthly report, and consider appointments to the volunteer fire department, Tree Board, and Big Sky EDA. The agenda is largely routine, with no major ordinances or public hearings scheduled.

• Appointment of Mykal Kurchera to the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department
• Appointment of Bridget Coleman to the Tree Board (term ending June 30, 2025)
• Appointment of Kurt Markegard to the Big Sky EDA (five-year term ending December 31, 2028)
• Police Monthly Report for September 30, 2023

Budget/Finance Committee

The City of Laurel Budget/Finance Committee meeting scheduled for October 10, 2023, was canceled. No decisions or discussions occurred as the agenda contained only procedural boilerplate and a cancellation notice.

Tree/Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss a presentation from the Skate Park Group and review annual income for Riverside Park. The board will also address ongoing projects at Thompson, Riverside, Russell, and Kiwanis parks.

• Skate Park Group Presentation
• Riverside Park annual income
• Splash Park and fencing at Thompson Park
• Lead cleanup and new building at Riverside Park
• Sprinkler system at Kiwanis Park

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to consider three appointments: Mykal Kurchera to the Fire Department, Bridget Daily to the Tree Board, and Kurt Markegard to the Big Sky EDA. They will also receive an update on the S. 4th Street Construction Project. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker, and no action will be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Appointment of Mykal Kurchera to the Laurel Fire Department
• Appointment of Bridget Daily to the Tree Board (term ending June 30, 2025)
• Appointment of Kurt Markegard to the Big Sky EDA (term ending December 31, 2028)
• Update on S. 4th Street Construction Project

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and take action on a sewer line replacement task order and an ordinance adopting the International Fire Code. The meeting includes a public hearing for the fire code ordinance and a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a sewer line replacement contract with KLJ Engineering.

• Approval of payroll registers totaling $20,914.69 and $228,945.03
• Resolution R23-81: Task order for 5th-7th Avenue sewer line replacement with KLJ Engineering, Inc.
• Ordinance O23-03: Adoption of International Fire Code updates to municipal code

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee of Laurel, MT reviews and votes on standard financial items including prior meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and payroll registers totaling $249,859.72. No new policy decisions or major changes are listed on this agenda.

• Approve payroll register for $20,914.69 (pay period ending Sept 20, 2023)
• Approve payroll register for $228,945.03 (pay period ending Sept 17, 2023)
• Review and approve Utility Billing Adjustments for August 2023
• Review and approve Council claims entered through Sept 22, 2023

Emergency Services Committee

The committee will meet to review updates from the city's emergency services departments. The agenda consists primarily of routine reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Updates from Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Approval of August 28, 2023 minutes

City/County Planning Board

The City/County Planning Board will meet to consider a sign permit and discuss updates to zoning and growth management. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Sign Permit for B-Town Vapes
• Zoning Updates presented by Forrest Sanderson
• Growth Management Plan updates for the City and County

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a presentation from the Owl Cafe, a resolution to authorize a task order for the 5th-7th Avenue sewer line replacement with KLJ Engineering, and an ordinance to update the municipal fire code. The council will also discuss judge wages and other administrative matters. No final decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute task order for 5th-7th Avenue sewer line replacement with KLJ Engineering, Inc.
• Ordinance O23-03 amending municipal code sections 13.01.010 and 13.01.020 to adopt the International Fire Code
• Owl Cafe presentation
• Judge wage discussion

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to approve minutes from July and August, and to receive reports on emergency call-outs and from engineering firm KLJ. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2023
• Emergency Call Out Report
• KLJ Report

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, correspondence, and a circulation report. New business includes a federation meeting, coordinator's meeting, fall book sale, and community room use. Old business covers a fall workshop, fall retreat at Chico, roof update, and budget update. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Fall Book Sale
• Community Room Use
• Roof Update
• Budget Update
• Fall Retreat - Chico

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to decide on several resolutions, including cancelling the November 7, 2023 general election for certain municipal officers, declaring surplus city property for sale, and approving stop signs at two intersections. The council will also vote on independent contractor service contracts with Randall Contracting, Tel Net Systems, Inc., and Prorover, and consider an ordinance amending the International Fire Code in the Laurel Municipal Code.

• Cancellation of November 7, 2023 general election for certain municipal officers (Resolution R23-72)
• Declaration of surplus city property (firearms and related equipment) for sale or trade (Resolution R23-73)
• Placement of stop signs at Cedar Avenue & S. 4th Street and Idaho Avenue & E. 6th Street (Resolutions R23-76, R23-77)
• Independent contractor service contracts with Randall Contracting, Tel Net Systems, Inc., and Prorover (Resolutions R23-78, R23-79, R23-80)
• Amendment to Laurel Municipal Code adopting International Fire Code (Ordinance O23-03)

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, and two payroll registers totaling $465,277.65. They will also review compensation/ overtime reports and receive updates from the mayor and clerk treasurer. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending August 20, 2023 totaling $223,989.04
• Approve payroll register for pay period ending September 3, 2023 totaling $241,288.61
• Review Comp/OT reports for pay periods ending August 20 and September 3, 2023
• Review and approve council claims entered through September 8, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for September 26, 2023

Tree/Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to discuss maintenance issues and development projects across several city parks. The agenda includes discussions on facility leases and infrastructure updates.

• Voles in Fireman's Park
• Sprinkler system at Kiwanis Park
• New building and lead cleanup at Riverside Park
• Splash park and pool building at Thompson Park
• Railroad bridge recovery lease money

City Council

The Laurel City Council will host a public hearing on the Budget and Tax Resolutions for Fiscal Year 23-24. Following the hearing, the Council will consider scheduled matters including resolutions to adopt the final budget, levy taxes, assess costs for lighting and street maintenance districts, assess sidewalk improvements, and levy special taxes for delinquent water, sewer, and garbage charges. The Council will also consider an independent contractor service contract with Donahue Roofing and Siding, LLC.

• Public Hearing on Budget and Tax Resolutions for Fiscal Year 23-24
• Resolution No. R23-55: Approving and adopting the Final Budget for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Resolution No. R23-56: Levying taxes for general and specific purposes for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Resolutions R23-68, R23-69, and R23-70: Levying special taxes for delinquent water, sewer, and garbage charges
• Resolution No. R21-71: Authorizing an independent contractor service contract with Donahue Roofing and Siding, LLC

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially act on several resolutions and an ordinance. Items include a skate park presentation, declaring firearms surplus, approving a variance and a special review extension, placing stop signs, and authorizing contractor contracts. The council will also consider adopting the International Fire Code.

• Laurel Skate Park presentation
• Resolution declaring firearms and related equipment surplus for sale or trade
• Resolution approving Rutt variance request LZV-23-01
• Resolution authorizing stop signs at Cedar Ave & S. 4th St and Idaho Ave & E. 6th St
• Ordinance amending municipal code to adopt International Fire Code

Emergency Services Committee

The committee will receive updates from the police, fire, and ambulance departments. Members will also discuss a safety mill levy and a cat ordinance.

• Safety Mill Levy update
• Cat Ordinance discussion
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve, Fire Chief JW Hopper, and Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the General Fund Budget. The agenda also includes public input, executive review, and council issues.

• General Fund Budget Discussion

City Council

The Laurel City Council will consider several resolutions, including approving a 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 316 and a related memorandum of understanding. They will also vote on contracts for septic/excavation services and an agreement with Savage Cat Rescue. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, financial statements, and payroll approval.

• Resolution R23-51: Approve 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 316
• Resolution R23-52: Approve MOU for 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 316
• Resolution R23-53: Authorize mayor to approve independent contractor service contract with TLC Patriot Septic & Excavation
• Resolution R23-54: Authorize mayor to approve agreement with Savage Cat Rescue, Inc.
• Payroll register for PPE 8/6/2023 totaling $226,596.79

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee will meet to review and approve the August 8, 2023 minutes, purchase requisitions, and Council claims. The committee will also consider the payroll register totaling $226,596.79 for the period ending August 6, 2023, and financial statements from February through June 2023.

• Review and approve payroll register totaling $226,596.79 for pay period ending August 6, 2023
• Review and approve financial statements for February, March, April, May, and June 2023
• Review and approve purchase requisitions and Council claims entered through August 18, 2023
• Review the Comp/OT report for pay period ending August 6, 2023

Public Works Committee

The Laurel Public Works Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports on emergency call-outs and from KLJ, and discuss a constituent concern about increased accidents at the corner of 6th and Idaho, possibly installing a stop sign. The meeting is open for public input on non-agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023
• Emergency Call Out Report
• KLJ Report
• Constituent concern: corner of 6th and Idaho, increased accidents, possible stop sign installation

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a workshop meeting with a public input period for residents to address non-agenda items, though no action will be taken. The Council will also review a resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve an agreement with Savage Cat Rescue, Inc. No decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Resolution authorizing Mayor to approve agreement with Savage Cat Rescue, Inc.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a resolution to amend ballot language. This change would ask voters to authorize a new mill levy to fund EMS services.

• Resolution No. R23-50: Proposed new 50.06 mills levy for EMS staffing, volunteer compensation, training, and ancillary operations

City Council

The City Council will review an agreement with Laurel Public Schools regarding the School Resource Officer program. The body is also considering participation in the State of Montana's Intercap Loan Program.

• Resolution R23-47: Agreement regarding School Resource Officer Program with Laurel Public Schools, District 7 & 7-70
• Resolution R23-48: Participation in the Board of Investments of the State of Montana Intercap Loan Program
• Resolution R23-49: Approval of loan agreement terms for the State of Montana Intercap Loan Program
• Approval of payroll register for PPE 7/23/2023 totaling $215,277.43

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to review and approve routine financial documents, including July payroll totaling $215,277.43, utility billing adjustments, and purchase requisitions. The meeting is primarily procedural with no major policy decisions scheduled.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending July 23, 2023 totaling $215,277.43
• Review and approve July 2023 utility billing adjustments
• Review and approve purchase requisitions
• Review and approve Council claims entered through August 4, 2023

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting on August 8, 2023, at 720 West 3rd Street to conduct regular business. The board will address officer elections, board training, a roof item, and review the summer lunch and reading programs.

• Officer Elections
• Board Training
• Fall Workshop
• Chico Retreat
• Roof

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board will meet on August 3, 2023, to review the July 6, 2023 minutes and address general items including discussions with the Lions Club and LARC. Old business includes updates on the Bike Park at Fir Field, playground equipment at Lions Park, walking/bike paths, the Splash Park and Pool Building at Thompson Park, the American Legion Building at Riverside Park, Riverside Park, and the Russell Park project.

• Review of LPB July 6, 2023 minutes
• Discussion with Lions Club
• Discussion with LARC
• Bike Park at Fir Field update
• Playground Equipment at Lions Park update

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review a resolution regarding a School Resource Officer program. The body will also hold discussions on a brush truck intercap loan and Savage Cat Rescue.

• Resolution approving agreement for School Resource Officer Program between City of Laurel and Laurel Public Schools, District 7 & 7-70
• Brush Truck Intercap Loan discussion
• Savage Cat Rescue discussion

City Council

The City Council will vote on resolutions regarding a right of entry agreement and a lease for Riverside Hall. The body is also considering an appointment to the Urban Renewal Agency Advisory Board.

• Payroll register for PPE 7/9/2023 totaling $289,743.55
• Resolution R23-45: First Amendment To Right Of Entry And Use Agreement with Montana Rail Link, Inc.
• Resolution R23-46: Lease Agreement with the Laurel Lions Club for Riverside Hall at Riverside Park
• Appointment of Mardie Spalinger to the Laurel Urban Renewal Agency Advisory Board

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, and the payroll register for the pay period ending July 9, 2023, totaling $289,743.55. They will also review the Comp/OT report and receive updates from the mayor and clerk treasurer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Payroll register for pay period ending July 9, 2023: $289,743.55
• Review and approve purchase requisitions
• Review and approve council claims entered through July 21, 2023
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending July 9, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023

Emergency Services Committee

The committee will receive updates from the police, fire, and ambulance departments. Members will also discuss the status of the safety mill levy.

• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek, Police Chief Stan Langve, and Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Update of Safety Mill Levy

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a board appointment and a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an amendment to a right-of-entry agreement with Montana Rail Link, Inc. Public input is limited to items not on the agenda, and no action will be taken on non-agenda items.

• Appointment to Laurel Urban Renewal Agency Advisory Board for term ending December 31, 2023
• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute First Amendment to Right of Entry and Use Agreement with Montana Rail Link, Inc.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from three previous meetings. The committee is scheduled to review an Emergency Call Out Report and a KLJ Report.

• Emergency Call Out Report
• KLJ Report

City Council

The Laurel City Council workshop will consider appointments to the EMS and Tree Board, and discuss the American Legion Building septic tank, a Lions proposal, and special event insurance requirements. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Appointment of Anthony Contreraz, Dallas Contreraz, and Kaleigh Olson to Laurel Emergency Medical Services
• Appointment of LuAnne Engh to the Tree Board for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
• Discussion of American Legion Building septic tank
• Discussion of Lions proposal
• Discussion of special event insurance requirements

City Council

The City Council will review claims and a payroll register totaling $186,247.55. The body is also considering appointments to the Tree Board and Laurel Emergency Medical Services.

• Approval of Payroll Register for PPE 6/25/2023 totaling $186,247.55
• Appointment of Anthony Contreraz, Dallas Contreraz, and Kaleigh Olson to Laurel Emergency Medical Services
• Appointment of LuAnne Engh to the Tree Board for a term ending June 30, 2026
• Resignation of Linda Frickel from the Laurel Urban Renewal Agency

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review circulation reports and provide updates on the budget and policies. The board is also discussing the summer lunch and reading programs.

• Budget update
• Summer Lunch Program
• Summer Reading Program
• Fall Workshop
• Chico Retreat

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will review and vote on June 27 meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a $186,247.55 payroll register. No new major decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on standard financial approvals and updates.

• Approve June 27, 2023 Budget/Finance Committee minutes
• Approve purchase requisitions (amounts not listed)
• Approve Council claims entered through July 7, 2023 (amounts not listed)
• Approve Utility Billing Adjustments for June 2023 (amounts not listed)
• Approve payroll register totaling $186,247.55 for pay period ending June 25, 2023

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including a new agreement with the Lions Club for the old Jaycee Hall, and updates on various park projects. The agenda includes public input, approval of previous minutes, and old business items such as the Bike Park at Fir Field and playground equipment at Lions Park.

• Lions Club agreement for the old Jaycee Hall
• Bike Park at Fir Field
• Playground Equipment at Lions Park
• Splash Park and Pool Building at Thompson Park
• Russell Park project

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a short-term lease of Riverside Park for use as a staging area. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public hearings, with a focus on the resolution under Scheduled Matters.

• Resolution R23-44: Authorize Mayor to execute a short-term lease of Riverside Park for staging area

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet on June 27, 2023, to approve minutes, hear correspondence, and vote on routine claims and payroll. Key decisions include adopting the Capital Improvement Plan and allowing a council member to be absent for more than ten days. No major policy changes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution R23-43: Adoption of the City of Laurel Capital Improvement Plan
• Motion to allow Council Member Sparks to be absent from Laurel for more than ten days (LMC 2.12.060)
• Approval of Payroll Register for PPE totaling $236,564.23
• Jon Klasna reappointment to City/County Planning Board

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, and a payroll register totaling $236,564.23. They will also receive updates on a cemetery kiosk sign and financial reports from the mayor and clerk treasurer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending June 11, 2023, totaling $236,564.23
• Review and approve Council Claims entered through June 30, 2023
• Review and approve purchase requisitions
• Update on sign for kiosk at cemetery
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending June 11, 2023

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes, hear updates from the ambulance, police, and fire departments, and receive an update on the Safety Mill Levy. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Approval of May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek, Police Chief Stan Langve, and Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Update on Safety Mill Levy

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and vote on a request for a council member to be absent for more than ten days. Several community topics, including the American Legion Building septic system and a Lions proposal, will be discussed but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Vote on Council Member Sparks' absence request (LMC 2.12.060)
• Adopt the City of Laurel Capital Improvement Plan via resolution

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from April and May 2023. The body will also review an Emergency Call Out Report and a KJL Report.

• Emergency Call Out Report
• KJL Report

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, payroll, and committee reports, then vote on several resolutions including opening a new bank account for Riverside Park fees and extending annexation applications. The body will also consider appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Open new banking account for Riverside Park fee collection
• Approve $236,482.94 payroll register for PPE
• Extend annexation application for one-acre lot west of 8th Ave between 1st and 2nd St
• Authorize fire-service agreements with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch and Laurel Airport Authority
• Appoint Joseph Mutchler to Airport Authority for five-year term ending 6/30/2028

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting to discuss and decide on library operations, including setting library hours, planning the summer lunch and reading programs, and reviewing the budget. The agenda also includes finalizing the book sale, discussing license plates, and other administrative items.

• Library Hours
• Summer Lunch Program
• Summer Reading Program
• Budget
• Book Sale Final

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will review and approve minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a payroll register totaling $236,482.94. No major decisions or new business are listed on the agenda.

• Approve payroll register for $236,482.94
• Review and approve May 23, 2023 Budget Finance Committee minutes
• Review and approve Council claims entered through June 9, 2023
• Review and approve Utility Billings Adjustments for May 2023
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending May 28, 2023

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including a Lions Club agreement for the old Jaycee Hall, a bike park at Fir Field, playground equipment at Lions Park, and a splash park and pool building at Thompson Park. The agenda also includes updates on walking and bike paths, the American Legion Building at Riverside Park, and the Russell Park project. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Lions Club agreement for the old Jaycee Hall
• Bike Park at Fir Field
• Playground Equipment at Lions Park
• Splash Park and Pool Building at Thompson Park
• American Legion Building at Riverside Park

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss appointments to several boards and commissions, including the Airport Authority, Cemetery Commission, and Planning Board. They will also consider resolutions authorizing new banking for Riverside Park fees, fire service agreements with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch and the Laurel Airport Authority, a one-year annexation extension, and an amendment for the WTP Lift Well Replacement project. No final action is expected during the workshop.

• Appointments to Airport Authority, Cemetery Commission, Planning Board, Library Board, Police Commission, Public Works Committee, and Tree Board
• Resolution to open new bank account for Riverside Park fee collection
• Resolution to execute fire services agreement with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch
• Resolution to execute fire services agreement with Laurel Airport Authority
• Resolution for one-year extension of annexation application for one-acre lot west of 8th Avenue between 1st and 2nd Streets

City Council

The Laurel City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including approving a contract with Axon Enterprise for police body cameras, declaring city property as surplus for sale or trade, and authorizing disposal of city records. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as claims, financial statements, and payroll approval, plus a motion to allow a council member's extended absence.

• Resolution R23-34: Approve quote and master services agreement with Axon Enterprise for body cameras and related equipment for Laurel Police Department
• Resolution R23-35: Declare certain city property as surplus available for sale or trade
• Resolution R23-33: Authorize disposal of city records
• Resolution R23-32: Reschedule July 4, 2023 council workshop to July 11, 2023
• Approval of payroll register for PPE 5/14/2023 totaling $223,404.05

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims totaling unspecified amounts, and payroll for $223,404.05. The group will also review multiple prior months’ financial statements and address minor park vandalism and a fire department meal resolution.

• Approve payroll register for $223,404.05
• Review and approve Council claims entered through May 19, 2023
• Discuss vandalism in City Parks
• Consider resolution for Fire Department and City meals

Emergency Services Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates from the city's emergency service leaders. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Updates from Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Approval of April 24, 2023 minutes

City/County Planning Board

The City/County Planning Board will meet to consider a preliminary plat for the Clarkstone Commercial Subdivision. The board will also discuss updates to zoning and the Growth Management Plan.

• Clarkstone Commercial Subdivision Preliminary Plat
• Zoning Update
• Growth Management Plan Update

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially act on several resolutions, including rescheduling the July 4 meeting, disposing of city records, approving a body camera purchase for the police department, and declaring property surplus. They will also receive an update on vandalism and consider allowing a council member's extended absence.

• Resolution to reschedule July 4 workshop to July 11
• Resolution to dispose of city records
• Resolution to approve Axon body cameras and equipment for police
• Resolution to declare city property surplus for sale or trade
• Motion to allow Council Member Mize's absence over 10 days

Public Works Committee

The Laurel Public Works Committee is meeting to approve the April 17, 2023 minutes, review the Emergency Call Out Report, and discuss the KJL Report. No action is expected on items not on the agenda, and the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023
• Emergency Call Out Report
• KJL Report

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, payroll, and claims, and to vote on four resolutions including budget amendments, a growth management plan update, an independent contractor contract, and a water system engineering report. The meeting also includes a public hearing for citizen comments on agenda items.

• Approve payroll register for PPE totaling $232,672.19
• Resolution R23-28: Amendments to FY 2022-2023 budget appropriations and revenues
• Resolution R23-30: Independent contractor service contract with True North Contracting
• Resolution R23-31: Adopt updated Water System Preliminary Engineering Report by KLJ Engineering, Inc.

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee will review and approve meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, Council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a payroll register totaling $232,672.19 for the period ending April 30, 2023. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding Fire Department meals, a Comp/OT report, and updates from the Mayor and Clerk Treasurer.

• Review and approve payroll register for pay period ending April 30, 2023 totaling $232,672.19
• Review and approve April 2023 Utility Billing Adjustments
• Resolution for Fire Department Meals
• Review the Comp/OT report for pay period ending April 30, 2023

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss various park and recreation projects, including a bike park, a dog park, and updates for several city parks. Residents may also provide public input on items not listed on the agenda.

• Bike Park at Fir Field
• Dog Park in Laurel
• Playground Equipment at Lions Park
• Walking and Bike Path in the Laurel Area
• Splash Park and Pool Building at Thompson Park

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially act on two resolutions: one approving amendments to the city's FY 2022-2023 budget, and another authorizing the Laurel-Yellowstone City-County Planning Board to work with staff on comprehensive updates to the Growth Management Plan. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Poppy Day, a discussion about a council workshop on July 4th, and a presentation from Savage Cat Rescue. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker, and comments on items with upcoming public hearings are deferred to those hearings.

• Resolution approving amendments to appropriations and revenues for FY 2022-2023 budget
• Resolution authorizing planning board to prepare comprehensive updates to Growth Management Plan
• Poppy Day Proclamation
• Discussion of council workshop scheduled for July 4th
• Savage Cat Rescue presentation

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting to handle routine business and discuss new and ongoing items. Key topics include a grant application to the Town Pump Foundation, the Summer Reading Program, and updates on the summer lunch program and other community events.

• Town Pump Foundation Grant Application
• Summer Reading Program
• License Plates
• Book Sale
• Summer Lunch Program

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance O23-02, which changes the composition of the Laurel City-County Planning Board. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a contract for Phase Two of the Laurel Splash Park and a change order for the South 4th Street Reconstruction. Consent items include approval of payroll totaling $217,006.92 and various committee minutes.

• Public hearing and ordinance on planning board membership (O23-02)
• Resolution authorizing lease agreements with Laurel Little League and American Legion Baseball Post #123
• Resolution authorizing contract with Play Space Designs for Phase Two of Laurel Splash Park
• Resolution approving change order for South 4th Street Reconstruction
• Payroll register approval for $217,006.92

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to review and approve routine financial items including the April 11 minutes, purchase requisitions, council claims, and the payroll register totaling $217,006.93. No major decisions or new proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approve payroll register for $217,006.93
• Approve April 11, 2023 Budget/Finance Committee minutes
• Approve purchase requisitions
• Approve Council claims entered through April 21, 2023

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee is meeting to approve the March 27, 2023 minutes, receive updates from the ambulance, fire, and police departments, and discuss the Safety Mill Levy. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker, and no action will be taken on non-agenda items.

• Approval of March 27, 2023 minutes
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Interim Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Safety Mill Levy updates

City/County Planning Board

The Laurel City/County Planning Board is meeting to approve minutes and receive updates on growth management and zoning regulations. No formal action is listed on these items, only discussion. Public input is limited to non-agenda items.

• Growth Management Update
• Zoning Regulations Update
• Approve Minutes

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop on April 18, 2023, to discuss appointments, board memberships, and municipal agreements. Items on the agenda include a school board presentation, a contract for Phase Two of the Laurel Splash Park, and lease agreements for baseball facilities and a pool building.

• Appointment of Fire Chief
• Appointment of Steven Hurt to the Cemetery Commission for a term ending June 30, 2024
• Lease agreements with Laurel Little League and American Legion Baseball Post #123 for baseball facilities and pool building
• Independent contractor service contract with Play Space Designs for Phase Two of the Laurel Splash Park
• Work change directive for the WTP Lift Well Replacement project

Public Works Committee

The Laurel Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 30 and March 20, 2023, and receive an Emergency Call Out Report and a KLJ Report. No new decisions or actions are scheduled beyond procedural approvals and announcements.

• Approval of minutes from January 30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023
• Review of Emergency Call Out Report
• Review of KLJ Report

City Council

The City Council is discussing a resolution to ask voters to authorize a new mill levy for EMS services. The body is also considering updates to the personnel policy manual and the composition of the City-County Planning Board.

• Resolution R23-22: Proposed 50.06 mill levy for EMS staffing, volunteer compensation, and training
• Resolution No. R23-21: Amendments to the Personnel Policy Manual
• Ordinance No. O23-02: Changes to membership in the Laurel City-County Planning Board
• Approval of payroll register for PPE 4/2/2023 totaling $229,954.46

Library Board

The Library Board will review circulation reports and discuss new business including the Summer Reading Program and a Town Pump application. The board will also provide updates on the Summer Lunch Program and library policies.

• Town Pump Application
• Summer Reading Program
• Summer Lunch Program update
• Library policies
• Book Sale

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a payroll register totaling $228,481.53. They will also review a comp/OT report and receive updates from the mayor and clerk treasurer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Payroll register for pay period ending April 2, 2023: $228,481.53
• Council claims entered through April 7, 2023
• March 2023 utility billing adjustments
• Comp/OT report for pay period ending April 2, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for April 25, 2023

Tree/Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to discuss the potential for a dog park in Laurel. The board will also review ongoing projects and facilities at Lions, Thompson, Riverside, and Russell Parks.

• Proposal for a Dog Park in Laurel
• Playground equipment at Lions Park
• Splash Park and Pool Building at Thompson Park
• American Legion Building and general updates at Riverside Park
• Russell Park Project

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions and one ordinance. Key items include a proposed tax increase for EMS services and changes to the city's personnel policy and planning board membership.

• Proposed new 50.06 mill levy to fund EMS staffing, volunteer compensation, and training
• Resolution to adopt amendments to the City of Laurel Personnel Policy Manual
• Resolution to participate in the Montana Board of Investments Short-Term Investment Pool
• Ordinance amending Section 2.72.020 of the Municipal Code regarding Laurel City-County Planning Board membership

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee will review and approve committee minutes, purchase requisitions, Council claims, and a payroll register totaling $215,140.37 for the pay period ending March 19, 2023. The agenda also includes review of the compensatory time and overtime report, along with executive and financial updates from the Mayor and Clerk Treasurer.

• Review and approve payroll register totaling $215,140.37 for pay period ending March 19, 2023
• Review and approve Council claims entered through March 24, 2024
• Review purchase requisitions
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending March 19, 2023

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve minutes, claims, and payroll, and vote on several resolutions and appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing, consent agenda, and time for citizen comments on scheduled and unscheduled matters.

• Approval of payroll register for PPE totaling $215,140.37
• Appointment of JW Hopper as Interim Fire Chief
• Appointment of Bridger Harkins and Seth King to the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution R23-19: Adopting amended personnel policy manual
• Resolution R23-20: Authorizing small services contract with Play Space Designs

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive updates from the ambulance, fire, and police departments, and discuss the safety mill levy. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2023
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Interim Fire Chief JW Hopper
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Safety Mill Levy discussion

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to call for an election regarding supplemental funding for public safety and capital needs. The body is also reviewing personnel appointments and a revised personnel policy manual.

• Resolution calling for an election on supplemental funding for public safety services and capital needs
• Appointment of JW Hopper as Interim Fire Chief
• Appointment of Bridger Harkins and Seth King to the Laurel Fire Department
• Resolution adopting an amended and revised Personnel Policy Manual
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a small services contract with Play Space Designs

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will convene for a routine meeting with no major decisions or discussions listed. The agenda consists of procedural items such as approving past minutes, an emergency call-out report, and a KLJ report, with no new business or ordinances scheduled.

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to review department appointments, approve a payroll register of $226,402.30, and hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending restrictions on certain animals. Additional agenda items include resolutions regarding an accrued vacation pay-out and an independent contractor service contract with True North Contracting.

• Approval of Payroll Register for PPE 3/5/2023 totaling $226,402.30
• Public Hearing and Ordinance No. O23-01: An Ordinance Amending Title Six Of The Laurel Municipal Code (LMC § 6.16.010) Relating To Prohibited Certain Animals
• Appointment of Thomas Scott to the Laurel Police Department
• Appointment of Kurt Markegard as Planning Director
• Resolution No. R23-18: Authorizing an Independent Contractor Service Contract with True North Contracting

Library Board

The Library Board will conduct its regular meeting, including reviewing minutes, correspondence, and circulation reports. New business items include updates on the Aunt Flow program, the Summer Lunch Program, a Child Safety Policy, and a Federation Meeting. Old business includes a Pantry update and a Town Pump Grant Application.

• Review of minutes and correspondence
• Aunt Flow program update
• Summer Lunch Program discussion
• Child Safety Policy consideration
• Town Pump Grant Application review

Budget/Finance Committee

The Laurel Budget/Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve routine financial items, including purchase requisitions, council claims, utility billing adjustments, and a payroll register totaling $226,402.30. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve February 28, 2023 committee minutes
• Approve purchase requisitions and council claims through March 10, 2023
• Approve February 2023 utility billing adjustments
• Approve payroll register for pay period ending March 5, 2023 totaling $226,402.30
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending March 5, 2023

City Council

The Laurel City Council will hold a workshop on March 7, 2023, to discuss various general items, executive reviews, and council issues. Topics include departmental appointments, a vacation payout for the City Clerk-Treasurer, a contract with True North Contracting, and an amendment to the municipal code regarding prohibited animals.

• Appointment of Thomas Scott to the Laurel Police Department
• Appointment of Kurt Markegard as Planning Director
• Appointment of Matt Wheeler as Public Works Director
• Resolution approving accrued vacation pay-out for City Clerk-Treasurer
• Resolution authorizing an independent contractor service contract with True North Contracting

Laurel Urban Renewal Agency

The Laurel Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to elect its President, Vice President, and Recording Secretary, and to consider Resolution R21-123, review its bylaws, and set meeting dates and times. The agenda also includes discussion of grants under old business. No specific action items with dollar amounts are listed.

• Election of President, Vice President, and Recording Secretary
• Resolution R21-123
• Review of LURA Bylaws
• Meeting dates and times
• Grants discussion

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several park-related items, including maintenance of Jaycee Hall for renting, walking and bike paths, playground equipment at Lions Park, a splash park at Thompson Park, the American Legion Building at Riverside Park, and the Russell Park project. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker, and no action will be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Maintenance of Jaycee Hall for renting
• Walking and bike path in the Laurel area
• Playground equipment at Lions Park
• Splash park at Thompson Park
• American Legion Building at Riverside Park

City Council

This is a special city council workshop, not a regular meeting. The council will discuss the role of the city attorney, including executive review and other related issues. No formal action is expected, and public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

• Discussion of the role of city attorney
• Executive review of city attorney
• Council issues and other items

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, claims, and the February 19 payroll totaling $207,222.79. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approve Council claims entered through February 24, 2023
• Approve payroll register for pay period ending February 19, 2023 totaling $207,222.79
• Review Comp/OT report for pay period ending February 19, 2023
• Set new schedule for claims review

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve minutes, payroll, and claims, and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Items include adopting the Transportation Coordination Plan, awarding a bid for Russell Park landscape improvements, and amending animal regulations. The meeting also features a public hearing and citizen comment periods.

• Approval of payroll register for PPE totaling $207,222.79
• Resolution R23-13: Adopting the Transportation Coordination Plan for Laurel Transit
• Resolution R23-14: Awarding bid for Russell Park landscape improvements
• Resolution R23-15: Approving independent contractor service contract with Forestry Fuels and Fire
• Ordinance O23-01: Amending Title Six of the Laurel Municipal Code to prohibit certain animals

Emergency Services Committee

The committee will meet to review updates from the city's emergency services departments. The agenda consists primarily of routine reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Fire Chief Brent Peters
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve
• Approval of January 23, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss a transportation coordination plan and a bid for landscape improvements. The body will also consider an appointment to the Police Commission and an ordinance regarding prohibited animals.

• Appointment of Steven Hurd to the Police Commission
• Resolution adopting the Laurel Transit Transportation Coordination Plan
• Resolution awarding the bid for Russell Park Landscape Improvements
• Ordinance amending LMC § 6.16.010 regarding prohibited animals
• Discussion on security cameras at Riverside Park and camping for CHS Turnaround

Library Board

The Laurel Library Board is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, correspondence, and a circulation report. New business includes a pantry project, a Town Pump grant application, and succession planning. Old business covers the budget, shelving upgrades, mill levy plans, and policy updates.

• Town Pump Grant Application
• Budget review
• Shelving Upgrades
• Mill Levy Plans Update
• Policy Updates

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve routine claims, payroll, and minutes, and to vote on several resolutions authorizing service contracts and appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing, consent agenda, and scheduled matters such as resolutions for public transportation cost-sharing and wastewater treatment upgrades.

• Approval of payroll registers totaling $219,237.99 and $222,359.92 for PPE
• Appointment of Dylan Figg and Collin White to the Laurel Emergency Medical Service
• Resolution R23-06: Memorandum of Understanding for public transportation cost-sharing with Adult Resource Alliance of Yellowstone County
• Resolution R23-09: Proposal from In Control, Inc. for wastewater treatment plant upgrades
• Resolution R23-12: Consent to assignment of agreement between Exxon Mobil Pipeline Company LLC and Par Pacific Holdings, Inc.

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to approve standard financial documents, including minutes, payroll registers totaling $441,597.91, and utility billing adjustments. No new decisions or major policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• Approve payroll register for pay period ending January 22, 2023 totaling $219,237.99
• Approve payroll register for pay period ending February 5, 2023 totaling $222,359.92
• Review and approve January 2023 Utility Billing Adjustments
• Review and approve Council claims entered through February 10, 2023

City Council

The Laurel City Council will review and vote on several resolutions authorizing contracts and appointments, including emergency medical service staff, public transportation cost-sharing, and wastewater treatment upgrades. No decisions will be made on items not listed on the agenda, and public input tonight will not be part of the official record.

• Appointment of Dylan Figg and Collin White to Laurel Emergency Medical Service
• Memorandum of Understanding for public transportation cost-sharing with Adult Resource Alliance of Yellowstone County
• Service order with ClearGov, Inc. for unspecified services
• Agreement with Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter for animal shelter services
• Proposal from In Control, Inc. for $X wastewater treatment plant upgrades (amount not specified)

Tree/Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to discuss new business regarding a skate park group and 'Love for Lexie.' The board will also review ongoing projects for several city parks and the building reservation system.

• Skate Park Group
• Playground equipment at Lions Park
• Fir Field bike park
• Splash Park at Thompson Park
• Lighting, electrical, and buildings at Riverside Park

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the December 19, 2022 meeting and review an emergency call-out report, a KLJ report, and a draft PERS Water System Report. The February meeting is cancelled due to a holiday, with the next meeting scheduled for March 20, 2023.

• Approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Emergency Call Out Report
• Discussion of KLJ Report
• Presentation of Draft PERS Water System Report
• February meeting cancelled (holiday)

City Council

The Laurel City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing the mayor to sign a customer agreement with Northwestern Energy and a task order for zoning services with KLJ Engineering. The council will also vote on appointments to city boards and committees, and approve routine items like claims and payroll.

• Resolution R23-03: Authorize mayor to execute customer agreement with Northwestern Energy
• Resolution R23-04: Authorize mayor to execute task order for zoning services with KLJ Engineering, Inc.
• Resolution R23-05: Extend approval of special review application for J. Johnson Properties
• Appointments to Laurel Urban Renewal Agency (Cheryl Hill), Advisory (Shawn Mullaney), Public Works and Emergency Services Committees (Jodi Mackay)
• Payroll register for PPE 1/8/2023 totaling $231,104.99

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will review and vote on routine financial items including council claims, prior meeting minutes, purchase requisitions, and a $231,104.99 payroll register. No new policy decisions or major changes are listed on the agenda.

• Approve claims entered through January 20, 2023
• Approve payroll register totaling $231,104.99 for pay period ending January 8, 2023
• Approve purchase requisitions
• Approve January 10, 2023 Budget Finance Committee minutes

Emergency Services Committee

The Laurel Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 28, 2022, and receive updates from the Ambulance Director, Fire Chief, and Police Chief. No specific actions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 28, 2022
• Updates from Ambulance Director Lyndy Gurchiek
• Updates from Fire Chief Brent Peters
• Updates from Police Chief Stan Langve

City Council

The City Council will discuss a splash park presentation and downtown parking. The body is reviewing resolutions for zoning services, a utility agreement, and public transportation cost sharing.

• Task order for zoning services with Klj Engineering, Inc.
• Memorandum of Understanding for public transportation cost sharing with Adult Resource Alliance of Yellowstone County
• Customer agreement with Northwestern Energy
• Extension of Special Review application for J. Johnson Properties
• Appointments to Laurel Urban Renewal Agency, Public Works Committee, Emergency Services Committee, and Big Sky EDA

City Council

The Laurel City Council will meet to approve minutes, handle claims, and vote on several resolutions including a contractor service contract and a task order for a splash park installation. The council will also consider appointments to fill a vacant ward seat, the fire department, and the Urban Renewal Agency.

• Resolution R23-01: Independent contractor service contract with True North Contracting
• Resolution R23-02: Task order for Splash Park installation with KLJ Engineering, Inc.
• Approval of Payroll Register for PPE totaling $177,656.15
• Mayoral nomination of Ward Member 4 Jodi MacKay
• Appointment of Abbigail Nagel to the Laurel Fire Department

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review the budget and mill levy plans. The agenda also includes discussions on shelving upgrades and policy updates.

• Budget review
• Mill levy plans
• Shelving upgrades
• Policy updates
• Staff evaluations

Budget/Finance Committee

The Budget/Finance Committee will meet to review and approve routine financial documents. This includes payroll, utility billing adjustments, and city claims.

• Payroll register for period ending December 25, 2022 totaling $177,656.15
• Council claims entered through January 6, 2023
• December 2022 Utility Billing Adjustments
• Purchase requisitions

Tree/Park Board

The Laurel Park Board will review and vote on the December 1, 2022 minutes. New business includes a donation proposal titled 'Love for Lexie' by Melissa Saylor, updates from the Skate Park Group, and discussions on the Park Maintenance District. Old business covers playground equipment at Lions Park, the Fir Field bike park, the Thompson Park splash park, and Riverside Park updates and other buildings. The board will also review the building reservation system.

• Approval of December 1, 2022 Park Board minutes
• 'Love for Lexie' donation proposal by Melissa Saylor
• Skate Park Group updates
• Park Maintenance District discussion
• Playground equipment at Lions Park

City Council

The Laurel City Council is holding a workshop to consider appointments to the Fire Department and Urban Renewal Agency, and to authorize a contract with True North Contracting. Public input is limited to three minutes per speaker, and comments on items with upcoming public hearings are deferred.

• Appointment of Abbigail Nagel to the Laurel Fire Department
• Appointment of Judy Goldsby to the Laurel Urban Renewal Agency for a four-year term ending December 31, 2026
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an independent contractor service contract with True North Contracting