Sidney public meetings in 2023
58 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a public hearing on the HB355-SLIPA grant project list, then set priorities and vote on which projects to apply for. They will also consider a flag pole height variance for Agri Industries, reappoint and appoint Amanda Seigfreid to boards, and confirm Joel Rosales as police officer. Several routine reports and contracts are on the agenda.
- Public hearing and vote on HB355-SLIPA grant project list
- Agri Industries flag pole height variance
- Reappoint Amanda Seigfreid to Planning Board; appoint to Library Board
- Confirm Joel Rosales (police)
- Claims to be approved: $449,634.44
The City Council established a priority list for HB355-SLIPA grant applications, focusing on park restrooms and trail overlays. The council also approved a sludge removal contract for the wastewater treatment plant and elected its 2024 leadership.
- Prioritized SLIPA grant projects: Quilling's Park Restroom, Lyndale Park Restroom, Rehab Bike Path, and Rehab SMV Trails (6-0)
- Approved Task Order 14 and Amendment 1 with Morrison Maierle for WWTP sludge removal (6-0)
- Approved AE2S-Nexus impact fee update agreement (6-0)
- Approved 10-foot flag pole height variance for Agri Industries (6-0)
- Elected Alderwoman Christensen as City Council President and Alderwoman Rasmussen as Vice-President (6-0)
- Confirmed Joel Rosales as a Sidney Police Officer (6-0)
- Approved $449,634.44 in claims and building permit 2024-49 (6-0)
- Approved letter of support for Richland Economic Development (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning/Board of Adjustments
The Zoning/Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to discuss new business, specifically a variance request from Agri Industries regarding flag pole height. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Agri Industries flag pole height variance
The Zoning/Board of Adjustment approved a 10-foot height variance for Agri Industries to install a 60-foot flag pole, exceeding the city's 50-foot maximum. The public hearing drew no opponents, and the board voted unanimously to recommend approval.
- Approved 10-foot flag pole height variance for Agri Industries (4-0)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is meeting to consider a budget amendment for fiscal year 2022-23, which includes a public hearing and a resolution for approval. They will also discuss several committee items, including a snow ordinance update, city prosecution, and a street chip seal project contract. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and building permits.
- Public hearing on FY22-23 Budget Amendment
- Resolution 3926: FY22-23 Budget Amendment
- Resolution 3927: Amending Employee Handbook for On-Call Policy
- Interstate Engineering Contract for Street Chip Seal Project
- Claims to be approved: $41,102.02
The Sidney City Council approved the FY22-23 Budget Amendment (Resolution 3926) after a public hearing with no comments, and approved Resolution 3927 amending the employee handbook for an on-call policy. They also approved contracts for a street chip seal project and an impact fee study, plus claims and building permits.
- Approved FY22-23 Budget Amendment (Resolution 3926)
- Approved employee handbook on-call policy amendment (Resolution 3927)
- Approved Interstate Engineering contract for street chip seal project
- Approved AE2S for impact fee study RFQ
- Approved claims totaling $41,102.02
- Approved building permits
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss two new business items: soliciting projects for the HB 355 SLIPA grant and an amendment to the FY22-23 budget. No decisions are noted on the agenda; these items are listed for discussion.
- HB 355 SLIPA grant project solicitation
- FY22-23 budget amendment
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended approval of two budget amendments for FY22-23 to cover over-expenditures in the Mowing Fund and New Fuel Tax Fund. The committee also reviewed a list of potential projects for a $463,223 SLIPA grant.
- Recommended approval of FY22-23 budget amendments (2-0)
- Reviewed and edited project list for HB 355 SLIPA Grant
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee is meeting to discuss new business and review 15 recurring properties with nuisance issues. The agenda lists specific addresses and legal descriptions for each property, indicating ongoing enforcement actions.
- Loup property at 806 9th Ave SE
- Cornwell property at 816 5th St SE
- Clifton property at 314 4th Ave NE
- Dollar Tree at 402 East Holly
- Multiple properties in Wagon Wheel Village subdivision
The Sidney Nuisance Committee discussed ongoing property maintenance and nuisance abatement issues across multiple locations, receiving updates from officials and contractors. No formal binding votes were recorded beyond the meeting adjournment.
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:57 pm (Motion by Rasmussen, seconded by Norby)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold public hearings on proposed updates to subdivision regulations and a request to rezone Hilltop Shop from B-2 to B-1. The council will also consider several water tank lining project items, including a pay application for $89,217.60, and other routine business such as claims and building permits.
- Public hearing: Subdivision Regulations Update
- Public hearing: Hilltop Shop Zoning Change Request from B-2 to B-1
- Add $15,000 to Oil and Gas Fund for nuisance property clean-up
- 200,000 Gallon Water Tank Lining Project: Pay Application 2 for $89,217.60
- Consent agenda: Claims $184,137.18; building permits 2024-35, 2024-38, 2024-43 to 45, 2024-48
The City Council denied a request to change the Hilltop Shop zoning from B-2 to B-1 following public opposition. The council also approved updates to subdivision regulations and several City Hall remodel safety additions.
- Denied Hilltop Shop zoning change from B-2 to B-1 (1-4)
- Approved Subdivision Regulations Update (5-0)
- Approved $15,000 Oil and Gas Fund allocation for nuisance property clean-up (5-0)
- Approved installation of basement smoke vent and battery-backup exit signs for City Hall remodel (5-0)
- Approved $89,217.60 pay application for water tank lining project with $45,500 withheld in liquidated damages (5-0)
- Approved switching credit card processing to Billing Document Services with a 1.45% city-paid fee (5-0)
- Approved Anderson Drainage ARPA Grant Amendment 1 to change scope of work (5-0)
- Approved water/sewer bank transfers for September ($189,024.23) and October ($287,056.89) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically the South Meadow Park equipment. The agenda contains only this single item, so the meeting is focused on that discussion.
- Discussion of South Meadow Park equipment
The committee discussed the placement and safety fencing for new equipment at South Meadow Park. Members agreed that a fence and protective netting must be installed before the equipment is used and before the fast pitch season begins. PWD Hintz will provide a new sketch including the trunk line to finalize the location.
- Agreed that a 5 to 6-foot fence and protective netting must be installed before equipment use
- Agreed that safety installations must be completed prior to the start of fast pitch season
- Agreed to have PWD Hintz provide a new location sketch including the trunk line to finalize the plan
Water And Sewer Committee
The Water and Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a 200,000-gallon water tank lining project and a proposal from BDS. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion.
- 200,000 Gallon Water Tank Lining Project
- BDS Proposal
The Water and Sewer Committee recommended approving Pay Application 2 for the 200,000-gallon water tank lining project with $45,500 in liquidated damages assessed against the contractor for a 30-day overrun, and releasing the $9,963.30 retainage. The committee also recommended using Billing Document Services (BDS) for phone payments and online credit card processing, with the City paying the 1.45% fee. Both recommendations go to the full City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of Pay Application 2 with $45,500 liquidated damages and release of $9,963.30 retainage (unanimous)
- Recommended using BDS for phone payments and online credit card processing with City paying 1.45% fee (unanimous)
Zoning/Board of Adjustments
The Zoning/Board of Adjustment will consider a request regarding Hilltop Shop. The proposal involves changing the current zoning from B-2 to B-1.
- Zoning change request for Hilltop Shop from B-2 to B-1
The Zoning Board voted to recommend approval of a zoning change from B-2 to B-1 for Lot 1 of the Hilltop Shop property, while severing Lot 2 from the request to keep it as B-2. The recommendation will go to the City Council for a final decision on November 20th. The board also voted to sever Lot 2 from the zone change request, keeping it B-2.
- Recommended approval of B-1 zoning for Lot 1 (2-2, Jones abstaining)
- Recommended severing Lot 2 from the zone change, keeping it B-2 (unanimous, Jones abstaining)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review requests for proposals regarding City Hall remodel fixtures and countertops. The meeting also includes discussions on water tank projects, sewer easements, and upcoming zoning public hearings.
- City Hall remodel RFPs for bathroom fixtures, countertops, blinds, and window tinting
- Phase 3 Water Draw #4C for $242,485
- Approval of $457,884.61 in claims
- Hilltop Shop zoning change request to B-1 Zone
- Request for Qualifications for Impact Fee Study Update
The Sidney City Council approved the purchase of a Quonset building from Mr. Hall for $150,000, contingent on finalizing BNSF lease terms with council approval. They also approved several other items including a water draw, an impact fee study RFQ, and a sewer easement, while denying multiple City Hall remodel change proposals.
- Approved Parade of Lights on Nov 24, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved City Hall Remodel RFP #1 bathroom fixtures credit of $4,181 (5-0)
- Denied City Hall Remodel RFP #2 countertops credit of $4,100 (5-0)
- Denied City Hall Remodel RFP #3A and #3B blinds/tint credits (5-0)
- Approved Ag West Sewer Easement (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Hall Quonset on BNSF property for $150,000, contingent on lease terms (5-0)
- Approved RFQ for Impact Fee Study Update (5-0)
- Approved Phase 3 Water Draw #4C for $242,485 (5-0)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 11, 2023, and discuss a list of properties with potential nuisance issues. The agenda includes new properties and those with posted notices, some in legal process or requesting extensions. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Approval of minutes from 9-11-2023
- New properties: Cornwell (816 5th St SE), Loup (806 9th Ave SE), Clinton (703 6th St SE)
- Properties with notices posted 7-11-23: Coon (410 4th St NE), Reed (3912 Maple Ave, requested 30-day extension), Dollar Tree (402 East Holly, requested 14-day extension), and others
- Properties in legal process: Christensen (103 10th Ave SW), Green (609 6th St SE), Hellsvig (615 3rd St NE)
The committee approved the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the status of 15 properties with nuisance violations, noting some progress on junk and tree removal while others remained unchanged.
- Approved minutes from 9-11-2023 meeting
- Determined city has rights to enter and perform work at 410 4th St NE (Coon)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for Hilltop Shop, then consider it as new business along with a parking variance for Holly Street Builders and on-street parking near the Boys and Girls Club. The council will also review reports from the police chief, public works director, and city clerk/treasurer, and approve claims totaling $129,601.66.
- Public hearing and new business: Hilltop Shop zoning change
- Holly Street Builders parking variance
- On-street parking by Boys and Girls Club
- Claims to be approved: $129,601.66
- Building permits: McDonalds remodel (1550 S Central), sign at 856 Cambrian Lane, Seed of Life addition (Fairview)
The Sidney City Council approved a parking variance for Holly Street Builders to reduce required spaces for a Dollar General location from 64 to 45. The council also approved closing East Main Street for a Limitless Church Trunk-or-Treat event and authorized Interstate Engineering Task Order 8 for water line relocation. Several other facility use requests and reports were approved, while a zoning change application was withdrawn.
- Approved October 2nd minutes (6-0)
- Approved Polar Plunge use of City Hall lot and garage (6-0)
- Approved Kiwanis apple sales use of old fire hall bays (6-0)
- Hilltop Shop zoning change application withdrawn
- Approved Extra Mile Day Proclamation (6-0)
- Approved Holly Street Builders parking variance for Dollar General (6-0)
- Approved Boys and Girls Club on-street parking updates (4-1-1)
- Approved Interstate Engineering Task Order 8 for water line relocation (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Water And Sewer Committee
The Water and Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically a project extension for the 200,000-gallon water tank project. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- 200,000 Gallon Water Tank Project - Project Extension
The Water and Sewer Committee meeting on October 11, 2023, addressed only one new business item: the 200,000 Gallon Water Tank Project extension. The minutes record the item as discussed but contain no motion, vote, or formal decision on the extension. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Discussed 200,000 Gallon Water Tank Project extension (no action recorded)
Zoning/Board of Adjustments
The Sidney Zoning/Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a zoning change request from Hilltop Shop (Troy & Janelle Jenson). The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Hilltop Shop (Troy & Janelle Jenson) zoning change request
The Zoning/Board of Adjustment recommended denial of a request to change the zoning of Hilltop Shop from B2-Neighborhood Business to CLM-Commercial Light Manufacturing. The recommendation will go to the City Council for a final decision. The board voted 4-0 with one abstention.
- Recommended denial of Hilltop Shop zoning change from B2 to CLM (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Chair Jones recused himself from discussion and vote
- Public hearing held and closed on the zoning change request
Parking Commission
The Sidney Parking Commission is meeting to discuss two new business items: a parking variance request from Holly Street Builders and on-street parking considerations for the Boys and Girls Club. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; these are items for discussion.
- Holly Street Builders parking variance
- Boys and Girls Club on-street parking
The Parking Commission recommended approval of a parking variance for a Dollar General store on Holly Street, reducing required spaces from 64 to 45, and recommended creating a designated bus parking spot and striping public parking near the Boys and Girls Club. Both recommendations passed unanimously (5-0) and will go to the City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of Holly Street Builders parking variance (64 to 45 spaces) (5-0)
- Recommended approval of designated bus spot and striping for Boys and Girls Club on-street parking (5-0)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is holding its regular meeting, primarily to hear updates and reports from city staff and committees. Key items include public hearings scheduled for a parking variance and a zoning change request, approval of claims totaling $140,628.77, and updates on the lagoon closure and tank relining project.
- Public hearing notice: Holly Street Builders parking variance (Oct 4)
- Public hearing notice: Hilltop Shop zoning change request (Oct 11)
- Claims to be approved: $140,628.77
- Building permits to be approved: 2024-23, 2024-28 to 2024-30, 2024-32
- August 2023 water/sewer bank transfer: $252,832.70
The Sidney City Council approved the August 2023 water/slower bank transfer of $252,832.70, claims totaling $140,628.77, and several building permits. The council also approved previous meeting minutes and received updates on public works, police staffing, and the upcoming relocation of City Hall for remodeling.
- Approved September 18, 2023 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved September 25, 2023 special meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved August 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $252,832.70 (6-0)
- Approved claims of $140,628.77 and building permits 2024-23, 2024-28 to 2024-30, and 2024-32 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a special meeting to decide whether to award a bid for the City Hall remodel project. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom, with details provided for remote participation.
- City Hall Remodel Bid Award
The Sidney City Council awarded the City Hall Remodel contract to B&B Builders for $1,584,128. The council reviewed 15 value engineering options to reduce costs, approving several deductions such as removing exterior concrete work and bathroom wall tiles. Other items, including countertop changes and lighting packages, were either rejected or referred to a Request for Proposal for further cost analysis.
- Awarded City Hall Remodel bid to B&B Builders for $1,584,128 (6-0)
- Approved VE #4: Remove 2 windows from PWD office (-$12,200)
- Approved VE #5: Reduce council chamber wainscot height (-$5,600)
- Approved VE #6: Remove east side concrete ramp and rails (-$4,800)
- Approved VE #15: Replace bathroom wall tiles with sheetrock (-$25,000)
- Rejected VE #1, #2, #3, #8, #9, #12: Keep original specs for countertops, cabinets, siding, hood, lighting, and molding
- Directed RFPs for VE #7, #10, #13, #14: Kitchen fixtures, outlets, countertop colors, and window treatments
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss new business including a resolution to cancel the 2023 municipal election. The council will also review financial reports, approve claims totaling $231,635.40, and consider a pay application for a water tank relining project.
- Resolution 3910: Cancelling the 2023 General Election for Municipal Officers
- Claims to be approved: $231,635.40
- 200,000 Gallon Tank Relining Pay Application 1 for $57,458.00
- Richland Pump Boundary Line Relocation
- Building Permits to be approved: 2024-24, 2024-25, 2024-27, RC2024-8, RC2024-9
The Sidney City Council approved a resolution canceling the November 7, 2023 municipal general election, saving the city upwards of $10,000, and approved a $57,458 pay application for the 200,000-gallon tank relining project. Council also approved the Richland Pump boundary line relocation, the August JV report, and the consent agenda with claims totaling $231,635.40.
- Approved Resolution 3910 canceling the November 7, 2023 General Election for Municipal Officers (unanimous)
- Approved Richland Pump Boundary Line Relocation with conditions from the staff report (unanimous)
- Approved 200,000 Gallon Tank Relining Pay Application 1 for $57,458.00 (unanimous)
- Approved August 2023 JV Report (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with claims totaling $231,635.40 and building permits 2024-24, 2024-25, 2024-27, RC2024-8, RC2024-9 (unanimous)
- Approved September 5th, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee will meet to approve minutes from July and August, discuss moving meetings to once a month, and review 13 previously discussed nuisance properties, some with extension requests or in legal process. The agenda is mostly routine follow-up on ongoing cases.
- Discussion on moving Nuisance meeting to once a month
- Review of 13 properties including Clifton, Park, Plaza, Humphries, Coon, Reed, Dollar Tree, Grinnell, Christensen, Keller, Amundson, Green, Hellsvig, Crowe
- Reed (3912 Maple Ave) requested 30-day extension
- Dollar Tree (402 East Holly) requested 14-day extension
- Christensen, Green, Hellsvig properties in legal process
The Nuisance Committee approved minutes from July and August, and agreed to meet once per month during winter, returning to twice monthly in spring. They reviewed 13 nuisance properties, with updates on several, including a fence permit for Dollar Tree and cleanup progress by Crowe. No new enforcement actions were taken.
- Approved minutes from 7-24-23 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 8-28-23 (unanimous)
- Agreed to meet once per month during winter, twice monthly in spring (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2023-24 budget and consider a series of resolutions setting fees and the final budget. They will also review a water project change order and pay application, and address several visitor requests and lot aggregations.
- Public hearing on FY2023-24 budget
- Resolution No. 3924-FY23-24 setting mill levies
- Resolution No. 3925-FY23-24 setting final budget
- Phase 3 Water Project Pay Application #5 for $938,509.70 and SRF Draw #3C for $993,468
- Claims to be approved: $87,937.33
The Sidney City Council held a public hearing and approved the FY2023-24 budget, including 14 related resolutions covering services like garbage, street lighting, sweeping, mowing, snow removal, and setting mill levies. The council also approved several event permits, lot aggregations, and water project payments. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except one abstention on the Fall Festival approval.
- Approved FY2023-24 final budget and 14 service resolutions (all 5-0)
- Approved Fall Festival street closures with liability insurance and police chief approval (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Johnson Hardware alley closure for grand opening (5-0)
- Approved pool dock decision deferred to 2024, increased pool CIP to $145,000 (5-0)
- Approved Byer lot aggregation (5-0)
- Approved Holly St. Builders lot aggregation for Dollar General (5-0)
- Approved Phase 3 Water Project Change Order #2 (5-0)
- Approved Phase 3 Water Project Pay Application #5 for $938,509.70 and SRF Draw #3C for $993,468 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically the Svarre Pool dock. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of Svarre Pool dock
The committee decided to delay a decision on a permanent versus temporary dock until more information is available regarding the impact on the pool floor. It recommended allowing the swim team to use their temporary dock for the 2024 season and increasing the pool CIP transfer.
- Recommended allowing swim team to use temporary dock for 2024 season (3-0)
- Recommended increasing transfer into pool CIP to $145,000 for FY23-24 (3-0)
- Decided to wait on permanent vs. temporary dock decision pending pool floor impact data (3-0)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss new and previously discussed nuisance properties. The agenda lists 13 properties, several with posted notices, some in legal process, and one requesting a 30-day extension. The committee will also review abated properties.
- Approval of meeting minutes from 7-24-23
- New properties to discuss
- Previously discussed properties: Clifton, Park, Plaza, Humphries, Coon, Reed, Dollar Tree, Grinnell, Christensen, Keller, Amundson, Green, Hellsvig, Crowe
- Reed requested 30-day extension; Dollar Tree requested 14-day extension
- Abated properties review
The committee reviewed updates on several properties flagged for nuisances. No formal votes were recorded for the properties discussed, though staff provided status updates on legal processes and cleanup plans.
- Tabled approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes until next meeting
- Determined city may move forward with cleaning 118 4th Ave NE (Grinnell)
- Planned visit to 103 10th Ave SW (Christensen) to discuss yard cleanup
- Identified need to haul off trailer house at 3222 4th Street NW (Amundson)
- Scheduled re-posting of notice for 413 S Lincoln Ave (Crowe)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and considering new items. Key actions include approving a resolution to adopt the FY2023-24 preliminary budget, authorizing the City Hall remodel project to go to bids, and approving claims and building permits. The FY23-24 budget public hearing is scheduled for the September 5th meeting.
- Approval to go to bids for City Hall Remodel Project
- Resolution 3911 adopting FY2023-24 preliminary budget
- Anderson Subdivision Drainage Improvements: MM invoice $12,537.13 and ARPA Draw #3 (final) $2,125.50
- June 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $337,983.61
- July 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $241,079.49
The City Council approved the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2023-24 and authorized the request for bids for the City Hall remodel project. The council also approved several financial transfers and drainage improvement payments.
- Adopted FY2023-24 Preliminary Budget via Resolution 3911 (6-0)
- Approved request for bids for City Hall Remodel Project (6-0)
- Approved Anderson Subdivision Drainage Improvements invoice of $12,537.13 and final ARPA draw of $2,125.50 (6-0)
- Approved June 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $337,983.61 (6-0)
- Approved July 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $241,079.49 (6-0)
- Approved June and July 2023 JV Reports (6-0)
- Approved building permits 2024-12, 2024-13, and RC2024-6 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss nuisance properties, including two new properties and several previously discussed ones. Actions may include extensions, legal processes, or abatement decisions.
- New: Clifton, 314 4th Ave NE
- New: Park Plaza, 317 10th Ave SW
- Reed, 3912 Maple Ave, requested 30-day extension
- Dollar Tree, 402 East Holly, requested 14-day extension
- Christensen, 103 10th Ave SW, in legal process
The Nuisance Committee approved the July 24, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed 13 properties, including two new ones. No formal enforcement actions were taken; the committee heard status updates and directed follow-up letters or inspections for several properties.
- Approved minutes from 7/24/2023 (motion by Norby, second by Hintz; yea: Rasmussen, Koffler)
- Discussed new property Clifton- 314 4th Ave NE; city attorney to send letter about backyard junk
- Discussed new property Park Plaza- 317 10th Ave SW; noted dead trees and unfinished addition
- Reviewed previously discussed properties; no votes taken on enforcement
- Directed city attorney to send letter to Crowe- 413 S Lincoln Ave about junk complaints
- Directed re-posting notice and new report for Hellsvig- 615 3rd ST NE
- Discussed potential city crew cleanup for Green- 609 6th ST SE at lower cost than contractor quote
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss the city’s taxable valuation, mill levy, and the impact of state legislation SB332 on property taxes for fiscal year 2023-24. They will also review the preliminary budget for the upcoming year.
- FY 2023-24 Budget Taxable Valuation and Mill Levy
- FY 23-24 Budget SB332-Property Tax Decrease
- FY23-24 Preliminary Budget
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended approval of the FY23-24 mill levy and the preliminary budget, with specific changes to gas tax funds and SID 104 tax assessments. The mill levy recommendation includes a total taxable value of $10,884,827 and 164.81 mills, with no permissive health levy. The preliminary budget outlines allocations across general, CIP, SID, enterprise, and miscellaneous funds.
- Recommended approval of FY23-24 mill levy (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of preliminary budget with changes to gas tax funds and SID 104 assessments (unanimous)
- No permissive health levy recommended for FY23-24
- Proposed rate increases: street maintenance $140 to $160/year, snow removal $25 to $50/year, solid waste residential $175 to $200/year, commercial $325 to $375/year
City Council
The Sidney City Council convened a regular meeting with procedural items, committee reports, and updates from city departments. No significant decisions were listed on the agenda, though several agreements and reports were discussed.
- Library Service Cooperation Agreement with Richland County
- Marijuana Tax Agreement with Fairview
- Phase 3 Water Project Pay Application #4 for $913,094.03
- Interstate Engineering Invoices for $61,725.50
- Claims to be approved: $202,312.06
The Sidney City Council approved a library service cooperation agreement with Richland County, a marijuana tax agreement with Fairview, and Resolution 3909 calling for the general election. They also approved a sidewalk maintenance agreement for Dollar General, a Phase 3 water project pay application, and directed council chamber exit doors to swing outward. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved Library Service Cooperation Agreement with Richland County (6-0)
- Approved Marijuana Tax Agreement with Fairview (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 3909 calling for general election (6-0)
- Approved MDT Sidewalk Maintenance Agreement for Dollar General (6-0)
- Approved Phase 3 Water Project Pay Application #4 for $913,094.03 and Interstate Engineering Invoices for $61,725.50 (6-0)
- Directed council chamber exit doors to swing outward towards the shop (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims of $202,312.06 and building permits (6-0)
Nuisance Committee
The Nuisance Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss nuisance properties, including two new properties and twelve previously discussed ones. Actions range from clarification requests to legal proceedings and abatement.
- New property: 413 S Lincoln Ave
- New property: PO Box 387
- Previously discussed: 321 4th Ave NE (clarification requested)
- Previously discussed: 410 4th St NE (owner to attend)
- Previously discussed: 3912 Maple Ave (30-day extension requested)
The committee approved extensions for several property owners to complete nuisance abatement, including a September 30, 2023, deadline for Brent Coon. The committee also authorized the city to hire contractors to clean up properties where owners failed to respond or comply with previous notices. Additionally, the committee rescheduled future meetings to 4:30 p.m.
- Approved July 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Granted Brent Coon extension until September 30, 2023
- Granted 30-day extension for 3912 Maple Ave (August 24)
- Granted 14-day extension for 402 East Holly (August 14)
- Granted 30-day extension for 3229 4th Street NW (August 24)
- Granted 30-day extension for 3222 4th Street NW (August 24)
- Authorized city-hired contractor for 703 6th Street SE
- Rescheduled future meetings to 4:30 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a request to abate sewer charges, hearing from the Montana State Auditors Office about an elderly exploitation event, and reviewing preliminary FY23-24 budgets from several committees. The council will also consider approving claims totaling $327,827.55 and purchasing fair buttons for employees.
- Abate sewer charges $640.64 for Johanna Lapel, 616 West Main
- Review FY23-24 preliminary budgets for Parks, Pool, Police, Fire, Solid Waste
- Approve claims totaling $327,827.55
- Purchase fair buttons for 77 employees at $385.00
- Discuss pickleball and lap swimming in parks
The Council approved preliminary budgets for the Police, Fire, Building, and Solid Waste departments. They also approved the July 3rd, 2023, and various committee meeting minutes.
- Approved July 3rd, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
- Approved July 12th, 2023 Park and Rec Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)
- Approved July 12th, 2023 Police and Fire Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)
- Approved July 12th, 2023 Budget and Finance Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)
- Abated $640.64 in sewer charges for 616 West Main (6-0)
- Approved placing Elderly Exploitation Event notice on water bills (6-0)
- Approved continuing to pursue grants and funding to redo tennis courts and include pickleball (6-0)
- Approved FY23-24 parks and pool preliminary budgets with amendments (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss new business items, including pickleball, lap swimming, and the preliminary budget for parks and the pool. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of pickleball
- Discussion of lap swimming
- Parks and Pool Preliminary Budget
The Park and Recreation Committee voted to recommend that the City Council rehab the tennis courts and include pickleball courts there, rather than installing them at Kling Park. They also tabled exclusive lap swimming at Svarre Pool pending more information, and recommended a preliminary Parks and Pool budget with changes to fund tennis court and pool rehab projects.
- Recommended rehabbing tennis courts and including pickleball (unanimous)
- Tabled exclusive lap swimming at Svarre Pool until more info provided (unanimous)
- Recommended preliminary Parks and Pool budget with changes (unanimous)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss and review four preliminary financial documents for the upcoming fiscal year 2023-24: the Solid Waste budget, the General Fund budget and transfers, the mill levy, and the overall preliminary budget.
- FY23-24 Solid Waste Preliminary Budget
- FY23-24 General Fund Budget and Transfers
- FY23-24 Preliminary Mill Levy
- FY23-24 Preliminary Budget-Overall
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended a solid waste budget that includes a $25 annual assessment increase for the next two years. The committee also approved changes to the FY23-24 General Fund budget, including adjustments to capital improvement transfers and the removal of pickleball expenditures. Other budget items were presented for review pending final taxable valuation data.
- Recommended solid waste budget with $25 annual fee increase for two years (3-0)
- Approved FY23-24 General Fund budget and transfer changes (3-0)
Police and Fire Committee
The Sidney Police and Fire Committee will discuss preliminary budgets for the police department and fire/building services for fiscal year 2023-24. This meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- FY23-24 Police Preliminary Budget
- FY23-24 Fire and Building Preliminary Budgets
The Police and Fire Committee recommended approval of the FY23-24 police, fire, and building preliminary budgets. The police budget includes a 5-year Axon body camera and equipment replacement plan, funded partly by communications budget reductions and a $80,000 transfer from the Police CIP account. The building budget was amended to shift excess permit revenue to fund a compliance officer position at a starting wage of $22.00/hour.
- Recommended approval of FY23-24 police preliminary budget (3-0)
- Recommended approval of FY23-24 fire preliminary budget (3-0)
- Recommended approval of FY23-24 building preliminary budget with amendment to fund compliance officer at $22.00/hour (3-0)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney Nuisance Committee will meet to review 12 previously discussed properties for potential nuisance violations. No new properties or abatements are on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- Review of 12 previously discussed properties, including 321 4th Ave NE and 3223 5th St NW
- Three properties noted as 'in legal process': 103 10th Ave SW, 609 6th St SE, and 615 3rd St NE
- No new properties to discuss
- No abated properties listed
The Nuisance Committee reviewed its nuisance property list, directed the City Attorney to resend a letter to the Delasky property and have Public Works find a prior sidewalk/stump removal letter, and instructed the Building Inspector to print and post closing letters to property owners. The committee kept property #10 on the list despite a new owner cleaning it, pending verification by the next meeting. No new properties were added and no abatements occurred.
- Directed City Attorney to resend letter to Delasky property
- Public Works to locate and resend prior sidewalk/stump removal letter to Delasky
- Building Inspector to print and post closing letters to property owners
- Kept property #10 on nuisance list pending new owner cleanup verification
- Removed RC Horde from nuisance list
- No new properties added to nuisance list
- No abatements conducted
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review committee reports regarding FY23-24 street, water, and sewer budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on employee insurance, email renewals, and sewer extensions.
- Sophos Email Renewal for $1,876.11
- 9th Avenue Sewer Extension discussion
- Public Works Phase 3 COP Pay Application for $164,144.96
- Public Works Phase 3 SRF Draw 1C for $78,863.00
- Approval of $431,661.62 in claims
The City Council approved preliminary budgets for streets, water, and sewer, including a $20 annual increase for street maintenance and a phased $25 increase for snow removal. The council also rejected a library cooperation agreement with Richland County and declined to sign a marijuana tax MOU.
- Approved $20/year street maintenance increase and $25/year snow removal increase over 2 years (5-0)
- Approved participation in RC Transportation Safety Action Plan SS4A (5-0)
- Approved starting engineering for 9th Ave Sewer Extension (5-0)
- Rejected Library Cooperation Agreement with Richland County (5-0)
- Approved not signing the County's Marijuana Tax MOU (5-0)
- Approved FY23-24 Oil and Gas donations: $5,000 to Richland Economic Development, $4,500 to Boys and Girls Club, $1,500 to Richland County Food Bank (5-0)
- Approved Gem City Motors Final Plat with conditions (5-0)
- Approved $431,661.62 in claims and four building permits (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss new business items including a library service cooperation agreement with Richland County, a memorandum of understanding on marijuana tax revenue, a pickleball court project, and the FY23-24 budget allocations for donations and oil & gas funds. The meeting will also review the budget and meetings plan for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Library Service Cooperation Agreement with Richland County
- Marijuana Tax MOU
- Pickleball Court project
- FY23-24 Budget allocations for donations and oil & gas funds
- FY23-24 Budget & Meetings Plan review
The Sidney Budget and Finance Committee voted to recommend that the City Council reject a proposed library cooperation agreement with Richland County and maintain the existing joint agreement. The committee also recommended claiming the city's population-based share of the county marijuana excise tax despite not having dispensaries within city limits, and adjusted proposed FY23-24 non-profit donations funded by the Oil and Gas Fund. Additionally, the pickleball court discussion was referred to the Park and Rec Committee.
- Recommended rejecting Richland County Library Service Cooperation Agreement and keeping previous joint agreement (3-0)
- Recommended claiming share of Richland County marijuana excise tax split by population (3-0)
- Moved pickleball court discussion to Park and Rec Committee (3-0)
- Recommended adjusting FY23-24 Oil and Gas Fund donations to RED ($5,000), Boys and Girls Club ($4,500), and Food Bank ($1,500) (3-0)
- Scheduled upcoming budget committee meetings for July 12th, 2023
Water And Sewer Committee
The Water and Sewer Committee will discuss new business items including the Anderson Subdivision water and sewer SID, a 9th Avenue sewer extension, and the FY23-24 water and sewer budgets. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Anderson Subdivision Water & Sewer SID
- 9th Avenue Sewer Extension
- Water FY23-24 Budget
- Sewer FY23-24 Budget
The Sidney Water and Sewer Committee recommended getting cost estimates and holding a public meeting regarding the Anderson Subdivision water and sewer project. The committee also recommended starting engineering for the 9th Avenue sewer extension and approved moving forward with preliminary water and sewer budgets for fiscal year 23-24 with no rate increases.
- Recommended getting rough cost estimates and holding a public meeting for Anderson Subdivision water and sewer SID (3-0)
- Recommended starting engineering for 9th Avenue sewer extension and reviewing a repayment agreement (3-0)
- Recommended approval of the preliminary Water FY23-24 budget (3-0)
- Recommended approval of the preliminary Sewer FY23-24 budget (3-0)
Street and Alley Committee
The Street and Alley Committee will discuss the RC Transportation Safety Action Plan SS4A. The committee will also review the Streets FY23-24 Budget.
- RC Transportation Safety Action Plan SS4A contribution
- Streets FY23-24 Budget review
The Street and Alley Committee recommended the City Council allow Mayor Norby to negotiate joining Richland County's Transportation Safety Action Plan, with the city contributing up to one-third of the 20% match (about $7,500). The committee also recommended approving preliminary FY23-24 streets budgets with a $20/year increase for street maintenance and a $25/year increase for snow removal, split over two years.
- Recommended allowing Mayor Norby to negotiate joining the Transportation Planning Grant, up to one-third of the match (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of preliminary streets, sweeping, and gas tax budgets with $20/year street maintenance increase (unanimous)
- Recommended splitting the snow removal assessment increase: $25/year this year, $25/year next year (unanimous)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney, MT Nuisance Committee will discuss 13 properties flagged for potential nuisance violations, including blight, overgrowth, or other code issues. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- 321 4TH AVE NE
- 3223 5TH ST NW
- 410 4TH ST NE
- 3912 MAPLE AVE
- 402 EAST HOLLY
The Sidney Nuisance Committee met to review nuisance properties, unaddressed sidewalks, and potential house condemnations. The committee voted to approve sending letters regarding the discussed properties. The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 pm.
- Approved sending letters to properties discussed (4-0)
Nuisance Committee
The Sidney, MT Nuisance Committee is meeting to discuss a single new business item: a committee policy update. The agenda contains no other substantive items, so the meeting is largely procedural.
- Committee policy update discussion
The Nuisance Committee discussed and established new procedures for handling property complaints, mailing notifications, and meeting schedules. These updates define how agendas are posted and how the committee will operate moving forward.
- Established 10-day window for posting letters to property owners after mailing
- Set meeting schedule for 2nd Monday monthly (Nov-Apr) and 2nd and 4th Monday (May-Oct)
- Required agendas to be posted by Friday with documentation due the prior Thursday
- Mandated that agendas include street addresses, legal addresses, and photos of issues
- Established a 3-member quorum requirement for all committee actions and discussions
City Council
The Sidney City Council meets to receive committee reports, approve claims and permits, and discuss FY23-24 budgets for water/sewer, street, and finance committees. A public works change order for the Phase 3 Water Project adds $297,347 to the original contract.
- FY23-24 budget discussions for Water/Sewer, Street and Alley, and Budget and Finance committees
- Phase 3 Water Project Change Order 1: $297,347 increase to original contract
- Claims to be approved: $282,996.78
- Building permits to be approved: 2023-53B and 2023-55B
- Healthy is Wellness: BIO 2.0 Proposal discussed under new business
The Sidney City Council approved a change order for the Phase 3 Water Project, adding Schedule 4 back into the contract for $297,347. The council also approved a new annual employee health screening program called BIO 2.0, with costs ranging from $3,168 to $4,554 depending on participation. Additionally, the council approved a $476,432.78 transfer for water and sewer bond payments and authorized a letter of support for a county transportation safety grant.
- Approved Phase 3 Water Project Change Order 1 adding Schedule 4 ($297,347 increase)
- Approved Healthy is Wellness BIO 2.0 employee screening program ($3,168-$4,554)
- Approved May 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $476,432.78
- Approved FY22-23 Budgeted Transfers from Oil & Gas to CIP accounts
- Approved Audit Engagement Contract for FY23, 24, & 25
- Approved Tiger Sharks Swim Team street closures and pool access for July 8-9
- Approved Kiwanis Pie Social street closure on 5th St NW for July 14
- Approved $80.64 credit to resident Joe Ledbetter for erroneous water bill
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 5, 2023, at 6:30 PM in City Hall. The agenda includes routine procedural items, committee reports, and public updates. Key discussions involve a request to waive a remaining building permit fee for unfinished work and approvals for new contracts and claims.
- Waive $252 building permit fee for BP 2021-039 (garage work not completed)
- Approve $430,701.73 in claims
- Award Planning Services Contract to Forrest Sanderson Peaks Planning LLC
- Approve Verizon Internet and One Talk Phone System
- Approve $226,613.20 ARPA Competitive Grant Draw for Phase 3 COP Pay Application
The Sidney City Council approved switching city phone and internet services from MidRivers to Verizon, citing projected monthly savings. They also approved a new planning services contract with Peaks Planning LLC and authorized a $226,613.20 draw from ARPA grants for road projects. Additionally, the council approved a sidewalk maintenance agreement, waived a building permit fee, and approved a street closure for a church event.
- Approved switching phone/internet to Verizon (5-0)
- Approved planning contract with Peaks Planning LLC (5-0)
- Approved ARPA grant draw of $226,613.20 (5-0)
- Approved sidewalk maintenance agreement with DOT (5-0)
- Approved street closure for Assembly of God block party (5-0)
- Approved waiving $252.00 building permit renewal fee (5-0)
- Approved improvements to Moose Park (5-0)
- Approved April water/sewer bank transfer of $101,682.31 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically improvements to Moose Park. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of improvements to Moose Park
The committee recommended approval for several donated improvements to Moose Park, including a Conex box, batting cages, and a bullpen station. Approval is conditional on coordinating with PWD Hintz regarding the placement of the visitor's batting cage and Conex.
- Recommended approval of Moose Park improvements including infield material, a Conex box, a T-net bullpen station, and batting cages (3-0)
City Buildings and Street Lighting Committee
The City Buildings and Street Lighting Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically the topic of vacant buildings. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of vacant buildings
The City Buildings and Street Lighting Committee discussed a proposed vacant building ordinance but did not approve it. Instead, they voted to recommend that city staff review the current nuisance code to see if it can address vacant buildings and report back at a future meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
- Recommended staff review of nuisance code for vacant buildings (2-0)
- Tabled vacant building ordinance discussion
City Council
The City Council will review several public works items, including water project funding and a water tank lining bid. The meeting also includes discussions on the Trap Club lease agreement and the April 2023 police and public works reports.
- Phase 3 Water Project: Pay Application #1 and ARPA Grant Draw #1 for $419,756
- West Holly Final Draw Request #8B for $78,766
- 200K Gallon Water Tank Lining Bid Approval
- Trap Club Lease Agreement
- Request to waive $2,903.35 Fairview School Building Permit Fee
The Sidney City Council approved a 4% merit-based cost-of-living adjustment for all employees except the Police Department, with the city covering the 9% increase in health insurance premiums. They also approved several contracts and payments, including a $204,266 bid for water tank lining, a $419,756 water project payment, and a $78,766 final draw for the West Holly project. The council waived $2,903.35 in building permit fees for Fairview School District but not plan review fees, and approved a 10-year Trap Club lease at $25 per year.
- Approved 4% COLA and city covering 9% health insurance increase (6-0)
- Approved $204,266 bid from Advanced Pump and Equipment for water tank lining (6-0)
- Approved Phase 3 Water Project pay application #1 and ARPA draw for $419,756 (6-0)
- Approved West Holly final draw #8B for $78,766, with $9,740.06 from cash reserves (6-0)
- Approved waiving Fairview School District building permit fees of $2,903.35, not plan review fees (6-0)
- Approved 10-year Trap Club lease at $25/year (6-0)
- Approved April 2023 JV Report (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda with claims of $143,862.26 and building permits (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically the FY2023-24 payroll budget. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of FY2023-24 payroll budget
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended approving a FY2023-24 payroll plan that covers the full 9% health insurance increase and provides up to a 4% COLA based on employee evaluations. The recommendation was made by motion and passed unanimously by the two aldermen present. The committee also discussed but did not pursue HSA accounts as an alternative.
- Recommended approval of covering 9% health insurance increase and up to 4% COLA based on evaluations (2-0)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a public hearing on a lot aggregation request by T&T Properties and hold a second reading of Ordinance 598-2021 updating fire codes. They will also discuss a city hall remodel project funded by ARPA dollars and receive updates from city departments including police, public works, and the fire marshal.
- T&T Properties (Gem City) Lot Aggregation public hearing
- Ordinance 598-2021 Fire Codes (2nd Reading)
- City Hall Remodel via ARPA Funding discussion
- March 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer $91,292.56
- Claims to be approved: $78,910.20
The Sidney City Council approved proceeding with the City Hall remodel using ARPA funds, approved the T&T Properties lot aggregation of 14 lots into 1, and approved the second reading of Ordinance 598-2021 on fire codes. The council also approved several routine items including a water/sewer bank transfer, workers comp coverage, and the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved proceeding with City Hall remodel via ARPA funding (6-0)
- Approved T&T Properties (Gem City) lot aggregation of 14 lots into 1 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 598-2021 Fire Codes second reading (6-0)
- Approved March 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $91,292.56 (6-0)
- Approved Workers Comp Presumptive Coverage FY2023-24: $2,700.00 for 25 firefighters (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda with claims of $78,910.20 and building permits 2023-48 and RC2023-28 (6-0)
- Approved April 17, 2023 council minutes (6-0)
- Referred vacant building code discussion to City Buildings & Street Lighting committee for May 17, 2023 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will consider a bond resolution for the Phase III Water Project, adopt the 2021 Fire Codes, and discuss a pool use agreement with the Boys and Girls Club. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a lot aggregation and various reports and consent agenda items.
- Resolution 3909 - Sidney Phase III Water Project Bond Resolution
- Ordinance 598 - Adopting 2021 Fire Codes
- Boys and Girls Club - Svarre Pool Use Agreement
- Public Hearing May 1st for Gem City Motors Lot Aggregation
- Claims to be approved: $65,885.26
The City Council approved a bond resolution for the Phase III water project and authorized bidding for a water tank lining project. Other actions included adopting the first reading of the 2021 International Fire Codes and approving a pool use agreement for the Boys and Girls Club.
- Approved Resolution 3909 for Phase III water project bonds in the anticipated amount of $2,180,000 (6-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 598 adopting 2021 International Fire Codes (6-0)
- Approved Eastern Montana Drug Task Force MOU (6-0)
- Approved advertising for 200-gallon Water Tank Project bids (6-0)
- Approved Boys and Girls Club Svarre Pool Use Agreement (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved installation of donated score boards at Lyndale Park (6-0)
- Approved $65,885.26 in claims and four building permits (6-0)
- Approved March 2023 JV Report (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is holding its regular meeting with items including confirmation of a new police officer, a 9% health insurance increase for FY2023-24, and a lot aggregation request. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and building permits, plus updates from various departments.
- Confirmation of James Drager as Patrol Officer
- FY2023-24 Health Insurance Increase of 9%
- Byer-Windsong Lot Aggregation
- Claims to be approved: $35,504.79
- Building Permits 2023-42, 2023-45, RC2023-24
The City Council approved the Chamber's request to hold a Sunset Festival in Veteran's Park on July 22, 2023. The council also confirmed James Drager as a patrol officer and approved a lot aggregation for the Byer-Windsong properties.
- Approved Sunset Festival in Veteran's Park for July 22, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Byer-Windsong lot aggregation (6-0)
- Approved sending snow removal code to Street and Alley Committee after legal review (6-0)
- Confirmed James Drager as Patrol Officer (6-0)
- Approved liability section changes to Drug Task Force MOU and officer position (6-0)
- Approved $35,504.79 in claims (6-0)
- Approved building permits 2023-42, 2023-45, and RC2023-24 (6-0)
- Approved March 20th, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
The Sidney, MT City Council will meet on March 20, 2023, at 6:30 PM to review committee reports, approve claims totaling $48,375.96, and consider purchasing a used patrol vehicle for $24,000 and 8 hand-held radios for $47,585.12. The council will also hear updates on the EZ-ice Skating Rink budget and Svarre Pool operations, with no recommended changes to pool schedules or ticket costs.
- Purchase used patrol vehicle for $24,000 (including shipping)
- Purchase 8 hand-held radios for $47,585.12
- Approve claims totaling $48,375.96
- Review EZ-ice Skating Rink budget of $17,630 plus shipping
- No changes recommended for 2023 Svarre Pool schedule or ticket costs
The Sidney City Council approved budgeting $17,630 for a new EZ-ice skating rink at Quilling's Park, plus shipping. They also approved a Drug Task Force Officer position, contingent on MMIA approval and grant funding. The council approved purchasing a used patrol vehicle for $24,000 and 8 handheld radios for $47,585.12 using police vacancy savings.
- Approved budgeting $17,630 for EZ-ice skating rink at Quilling's Park plus shipping (unanimous)
- Approved Sidney Tiger Sharks using existing dock/bulkhead for 2023 season (consensus)
- Approved Drug Task Force Officer position, contingent on MMIA approval and grant funding (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of used patrol vehicle for $24,000 (5-1, Christensen nay)
- Approved purchase of 8 handheld radios for $47,585.12 (5-0, Christensen absent from vote)
- Approved keeping 2023 Svarre Pool schedule unchanged (unanimous)
- Approved keeping 2023 Svarre Pool ticket prices unchanged (unanimous)
- Approved February 2023 JV report, water/sewer bank transfer of $89,593.34, and correction transfer of $122,010.52 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Police and Fire Committee
The Police and Fire Committee is meeting to discuss new business, specifically a Drug Task Force Officer Grant Position. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of Drug Task Force Officer Grant Position
The Police and Fire Committee voted to recommend approval of a Drug Task Force Officer position funded through a JAG grant, with conditions that MMIA review the MOU's indemnification clause and that the position not be guaranteed permanent if grant funding ends. The recommendation will go to the full City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of Drug Task Force Officer position (3-0)
- Condition: MMIA to review indemnification clause in MOU
- Condition: TFO position not guaranteed permanent if grant terminates
- Condition: Current manpower maintained unless approved
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee will review two items under new business: the Quilling's Park Ice Skating Rink and the Svarre Pool Dock Proposal for the swim team. This meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Quilling's Park Ice Skating Rink discussion
- Svarre Pool Dock Proposal for swim team
The Park and Recreation Committee recommended budgeting for Option 4, an 80' x 120' ice skating rink with end nets, plus shipping costs, for Quilling's Park. The committee also agreed to allow the swim team to use the existing pool dock for another season while exploring bulkhead options. No final approvals were made; these are recommendations to the City Council.
- Recommended budgeting for Option 4 ice rink with end nets and shipping (unanimous)
- Agreed to allow swim team to use existing pool dock for another season
City Council
The Sidney City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, committee reports, and a consent agenda with claims of $79,004.51 and two building permits. They will also consider several contracts and purchases, including a drainage improvements contract, a water tank rehabilitation task order, and a donation for Independence Day fireworks.
- Morrison-Maierle Anderson Subdivision Drainage Improvements Contract $147,785
- Interstate Engineering Task Order 7-North Tank Rehab for $271,000
- Donation to Jaycee's for 2023 Independence Day Fireworks
- Reappoint Tony Barone to Richland County Conservation District
- Claims to be approved: $79,004.51
The City Council approved multiple engineering contracts for drainage and water tower projects, alongside software upgrades for city financial systems. Additionally, the council authorized a $1,000 donation for Independence Day fireworks and reappointed a member to the Richland County Conservation District.
- Approved $147,785 engineering contract for Anderson Subdivision drainage (6-0)
- Approved $271,000 Interstate Engineering task order for North Tank rehab (6-0)
- Approved Black Mountain Cloud access ($3,765/year) (6-0)
- Approved Black Mountain Purchase Order software ($1,120/year) (6-0)
- Approved $1,000 donation to Jaycee's for fireworks (6-0)
- Reappointed Tony Barone to Conservation District (6-0)
- Approved $79,004.51 in claims (6-0)
- Approved building permits 2023-37 and 2023-38 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Budget and Finance Committee
The Sidney, MT Budget and Finance Committee will review two funding requests at this meeting: a monetary contribution to the 2023 Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks, and a purchase order software for Black Mountain. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Jaycee's request for monetary contribution to 2023 Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks
- Black Mountain purchase order software request
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended three expenditures to improve city operations and community events. These include a donation for fireworks and the adoption of cloud-based accounting and purchase order software.
- Recommended $1,000 donation for Independence Day fireworks only (3-0)
- Recommended immediate approval of Black Mountain Software Cloud Hosting at $3,765 per year (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Black Mountain purchase order software at $1,120 per year starting fiscal year 2023-24 (3-0)
City Council
The Sidney City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine items such as approving minutes, claims, and building permits. They will also discuss updating council powers and duties, committee rotations starting in 2024, and a resolution to update the employee handbook on drug/alcohol testing, workplace violence, and weapons on city property. A public hearing is listed but no specific topic is provided.
- Resolution 3908: Updating Employee Handbook sections 2.21, 5.4, 5.6 per MMIA
- Claims to be approved: $59,193.99
- Building permits 2023-36 and RC2023-21
- Water/Sewer bank transfer of $87,604.43
- Discussion on college baseball games at Moose Park
The City Council approved updates to the employee handbook regarding drug testing and workplace violence. The council also established a new rotation schedule for committee assignments starting in 2024 and approved several financial transfers and claims.
- Approved changes to City Council Powers and Duties (5-0)
- Approved City Council Committee Rotation schedule starting Jan 1, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 3908 updating employee handbook on drug/alcohol testing, workplace violence, and weapons (5-0)
- Denied request to waive water/sewer bill for resident leak (Consensus)
- Approved January 2023 JV Report (5-0)
- Approved January 2023 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $87,604.43 (5-0)
- Approved $59,193.99 in claims (5-0)
- Approved building permits 2023-36 and RC2023-21 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sidney City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on vacating an alley at Gem City Motors, and will consider several items including a conditional use permit for an apartment in B-3 zoning, a budget amendment resolution, and a $38,500 task order for water tank lining. The agenda also includes reappointments, a proclamation, and various reports and updates.
- Public hearing on vacating alley at Gem City Motors (Resolution 3907)
- Hanson CUP for apartment in B-3 zoning
- Resolution 3906: FY 21-22 Budget Amendment (tabled from 1-17-23)
- Interstate Engineering Task Order 6: Water Tank Lining $38,500
- December 2022 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $506,428.20
The City Council approved the abandonment of an alley at Gem City Motors and authorized a $38,500 task order for water tank lining. Council members also approved the 2023 TBID budget, reappointed two members to the Planning Board, and passed a budget amendment for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
- Approved Gem City Motors alley vacation (6-0)
- Approved $38,500 water tank lining task order (6-0)
- Approved 2023 TBID budget (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved FY 21-22 budget amendment (6-0)
- Approved waiving $11,608.75 in building permit fees (6-0)
- Reappointed Travis Rosaaen and Jason Schrader to Planning Board (6-0)
- Approved $506,428.20 water/sewer bank transfer (6-0)
- Approved $100,979.44 in claims (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning/Board of Adjustments
The Sidney, MT Board of Adjustments will hold its January 18, 2023 meeting at 8:00 AM in City Hall. Members will elect a chair and vice chair for the year and take up a Conditional Use Permit application for the Hanson property.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Hanson Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application review
The Zoning/Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to recommend approval of Tony Hanson's conditional use permit for an apartment in the B-3 zoning district. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final approval. The board also elected Justin Jones as Chair and David Seitz as Vice Chair.
- Elected Justin Jones as Chair and David Seitz as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Tony Hanson's conditional use permit for an apartment in B-3 zoning (4-0)
City Council
The Sidney City Council met on January 17, 2023, to conduct routine business including approval of minutes, public hearings, committee reports, and budget amendments. The meeting also included updates from city departments and committee assignments for 2023.
- FY21-22 Budget Amendment public hearing
- 2023 City Council Committee Assignments approved
- Claims totaling $230,178.88 approved
- City Building Permit #2023-034B approved
- Ruffatto-Perez Boundary Line Adjustment discussed
The Sidney City Council approved a FY21-22 budget amendment to increase revenue and expend it to the TBID Board, but tabled Resolution No. 3904 to fix clerical errors. They also approved the South Meadow Softball Complex fence, the Ruffatto-Perez boundary line adjustment, and the consent agenda with claims totaling $230,178.88.
- Approved FY21-22 budget amendment (motion carried)
- Tabled Resolution No. 3904 (FY21-22 budget amendment) for clerical fixes
- Approved South Meadow Softball Complex fence (motion carried)
- Approved Ruffatto-Perez Boundary Line Adjustment (motion carried)
- Approved consent agenda with claims of $230,178.88 and building permit #2023-034B (motion carried)
Park And Recreation Committee
The Park and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss two items: the Quilling's Park Ice Skating Rink and the South Meadows Softball Complex Fence. No decisions are noted on the agenda; these are listed as new business for discussion.
- Quilling's Park Ice Skating Rink
- South Meadows Softball Complex Fence
The committee recommended designating a field at the South Meadows Softball Complex for youth softball and installing a permanent fence. It also recommended continuing use of the current Quilling's Park ice rink while developing a plan for future purchases.
- Recommended approval of permanent fence and youth softball field designation (3-0)
- Recommended continuing use of current Quilling's Park rink and reviewing future purchases during budget process (3-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a 2023 water rate increase and sludge management recommendations for the original lagoon. The meeting also includes the election of the 2023 City Council President and a new copier/printer/scanner quote.
- 2023 Water Rate Increase discussion
- Phase III Bid Award discussion
- Sludge Management Recommendations for Original Lagoon
- Election of 2023 City Council President
- Approval of $91,292.82 in claims
The City Council approved a construction bid for the Phase III Water Project and a base water rate increase for 2023. The council also authorized the purchase of a new office copier and elected a council president.
- Approved 2023 water rate base rate increase of $6.60 (6-0)
- Approved COP construction bid of $3,970,253 for Phase III Water Project schedules 1-6, subject to agency funding approval (6-0)
- Approved purchase of new copier for $10,725.00 (6-0)
- Elected Alderwoman Christensen as 2023 City Council President (6-0)
- Approved City Court Interlocal Agreement (6-0)
- Approved $91,292.82 in claims via consent agenda (6-0)
- Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from 12-19-2022 (6-0)
- Approved Water and Sewer Committee Meeting Minutes from 12-29-22 (6-0)