Powder River Examiner -

March 15, 2021

Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with Lee Randall, Donna Giacometto, and John Olson present.

The meeting was called to order. No public comment was received at this time. Consent agenda was approved.

Teel Mullanix, Road Supervisor, met with the board. Gas tax maps for 2022 were reviewed and approved.

The commissioners left the office to meet with Ashley Hubler, Recycling Center employee, to discuss the recycling building and the difficulty of recycling plastic and styrofoam, as there is no market for them right now.

The board discussed the request by the Town of Broadus to assist in funding for the sidewalk project and resurfacing of the county walking path. The cost of the request is as follows:

$3,375.00- Engineering cost for the re-surfacing of the walking path.

$5,000.00- Financial assistance to help with the cost of the sidewalk project.

John motioned to move forward with the $5,000 financial assistance for the Town of Broadus, Donna seconded the motion, all in favor, motion carried. It was noted that no motion was needed for the engineering cost, as the walking path is in the county, and is considered county maintenance.

Resolution 2021-06, Resolution to Appoint Board Trustees for the Biddle Fire District. The board reviewed and John motioned to approve, Donna seconded, all in favor, motion carried.

Resolution 2021-07, Resolution to Appoint Board Trustees for the Belle Creek Fire District. The board reviewed and John motioned to approve, Donna seconded, all in favor, motion carried.

Local residents met with the board to discuss the Martini Loop Road.

No discussion was held on the EMS report; it was postponed until Thursday.

Marty Drane, Maintenance Supervisor, met with the board. Drane reported that the generator was installed incorrectly, and now he is having RDO Equipment correct the error at an estimated cost of $2500.00. Drane updated the board on the keyless entry system.

No public comment was heard at this time.

Meeting adjourned.

March 18, 2021

Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with Lee Randall, Donna Giacometto, and John Olson present.

The meeting was called to order. No public comment was received at this time. Consent agenda was approved.

Commissioner Giacometto updated the board on her progress for the courthouse housekeeping job description and gave it to Marty Drane.

Darlynn Williams, Public Health Nurse, met with the board. Williams updated on COVID cases, COVID variances, and vaccination clinics. Williams informed the board that on April 1, everyone will be eligible to receive the COVID vaccine. Williams has two upcoming vaccination clinics planned; March 26 and April 2.

Commissioner Giacometto, interim EMS director, conducted an EMS update. She stated she is waiting on paperwork from the state and will be setting up a meeting with the Rosebud County EMS director.

No public comment was heard at this time.

Meeting adjourned.

March 22, 2021

Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with Lee Randall, Donna Giacometto, and John Olson present.

The meeting was called to order. No public comment was received at this time. Consent agenda was approved.

Teel Mullanix, Road Supervisor, met with the board. Mullanix reported that he is ordering parts for equipment repairs, and a stop sign for Carter’s corner. The crew is cleaning cattle guards.

Rita Harden, Senior Citizen Director, met with the board. Harden asked the commissioners on their thoughts on moving the MT Food Bank boxes from the Congregational Church to the Senior Center. The board approved and Harden is ok with distributing the boxes. Harden also asked board if would be possible to reserve parking near the center’s door for the senior citizens. The board was concerned as it is not private property. The board suggested contacting local businesses and having a sign made suggesting to save parking for the Senior Center.

The board discussed creating a capital improvement plan for county facilities and will begin work in subsequent meetings to establish a draft plan.

Sean Hill, Medical Administrator, met with board. 29 residents were reported. Discussion was held on more residents and the need for additional help. The shower/bath area remodel is finished but waiting on new tub. AED’s have been distributed.

Continued discussion on the capital improvement plan for county was held.

No public comment was heard at this time.

Meeting adjourned.