Minutes for January 5, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor, Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala were present. Town Attorney Hope Freeman  not  present because of bad weather.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to adopt the agenda as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to accept the minutes of  December 1, 2014.  Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to accept the bills as presented. Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report read aloud by clerk. Clerk gave council copies of combined check register, revenue voucher detail, claim details and utility billing cash receipts summery. Black Mountain utility billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, usage/billing summary for November were not given as bills were billed out in December because of the number of days in the billing cycle. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Flint to accept clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling. Discussion held on:  plow on backhoe now, received sand from state, Dillon trip was good, broken water line on North Street, use of Crown Victoria police car for public works. Discussion on possible ad for old Dodge pickup box, pickup plow and hoist frame. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham for Mayor Anderson and public works to decide on surplus equipment and dispose of it accordingly. Approved unanimously. Discussion on Solar Bee contract, bulk water plant redesign and main valve, light/fire hydrant waiting on state, cost of repairs for 2000 Crown Victoria $638. for windshield  and other repairs and labor plus cost of catalytic converter. Discussion on flushing and inspection of fire hydrants to be done by fire department. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: motor vehicle vandalism, agency assists, animal control, suspicious vehicle in alley, theft of political sign on school street, citations, warnings, trainings and by permission of Mayor Anderson ordered new body camera $411. Told of quarterly LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee) meeting to be held December 2, 2014, 7 PM Joliet Fire Station 129 North Main Street. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to accept police report. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: None.

Advocacy – Karen Ulrickson: Ms. Ulrickson is an advocate for Carbon/Stillwater Community and Senior Programs and now living in Fromberg helping residents and families in care facilities as an ombudsman with problems and concerns. Discussion held. She gave brochures for the town hall office for public review.

Skateboards and Long boards – Cheryl Lynn Tatum: At this meeting were students, ex-students, parents and another school staff member. Tatum also had a petition signed by students who were not able to attend this meeting but wanted council to know they would also like council to review Ordinance 251 regarding skateboards and long boards. Mayor asked for their ideas and opinions. Persons who spoke and  gave their names were Cheryl Lynn Tatum, Mica Lester, Damian McCuin, Richy Ackerman, Mitch Kallem and Raven Lester. Discussion held on making it allowable to ride skateboards and long boards for transportation, pleasure and exercise on town streets. Council said they will review amendments to this ordinance and present at next council meeting.

Procedure for Reviewing Ordinances Requiring Changes: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman suggested town set up a committee with persons from the community and no more than two council members to review ordinances and meet once a month. Attorney Freeman said she would be happy to be on the committee.

Ordinance 251 Skateboards: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman will review and revise after council members email her with their suggestions.

Zoning Committee: Shirley Miller volunteered to be on the zoning committee. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to appoint Shirley Miller to the zoning committee. Approved unanimously.

Old Business: Mayor Anderson said he received information via email regarding the TSEP grant positioning. The Town of Fromberg was ranked 14th and recommended for full funding of $750,000.

The DNRC grant we were ranked 26th and recommended for full funding of  $125,000. Discussion held on treatment facility viewing in Dillon. Mayor Anderson said he has postponed the ad to bid for the Barley Field until January 2015.

Other Business: None

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): Annette Anderson with Carbon County Historic Preservation Commission discussed the doll raffle for the Clarks Fork Valley Museum. Dolls donated by Sharon Barnes. Drawing to be held December 12, 2014. She finished the 50 year compilation Bridger Youth Rodeo which is in the Bridger Library and County Library. She also transcribed the Huff autobiography.

2014-2015 Budget: Review of major fund report. Discussion held.

Council discussed gathering for a Christmas Social open to the public, dutch treat, no business will be discussed and decided on the Tomahawk Restaurant and Casino December 18 at 6:30 PM.

Next Meeting Date: Monday, January 5, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously.

Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for February 2, 2015

7:00 PM

Council Member James Perkins called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance. Mayor Richard Anderson was ill and not in attendance.  Town council members present:  Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala, and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to adopt the agenda as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to accept the minutes of  January 5, 2015.  Approved unanimously. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to accept the minutes of January 12, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to accept the bills as presented. Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was verbal. Clerk thanked council for raises given to herself, Ventling and Dawson. Clerk gave council copies of combined check register for January, revenue voucher detail and  Bridger of Bridger bank statements and one from Valley Federal Credit Union.   Black Mountain utility billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history usage/billing summary for January were given to council. Clerk called Republic Services regarding dates for spring cleanup and looking at April 17, 18 and 19 with council approval. The Little Cowboy Bar to be reopening soon. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to accept clerk report. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling. Discussion held on: Water conference for Ventling in Great Falls, Mt. February 18-20 cost $465.10 for motel, cutting of trees in the park, the need for emergency shower in shop, Solar Bee #1 new control panel installed, public works car up and running, parts are in for hydrant at school need to set time up with Joliet, new lights in conference room, new lights on backhoe, and would like to send Wilm to Spring Water School in March in Billings. Cost could be $75. or more for books and $225. for conference. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve the PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve March schooling and costs related for Nathan Wilm. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve Ventling water conference and costs in Great Falls, Mt. in February. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on:  Agency assists, animal control, youth at school, disorderly conduct, complaint of harassment and threats, stop sign violations, no insurance violations, registration violations, parking violations, unsafe operation of vehicle and  reverse u turn violations. Dawson asked council approval for u joint and CV axle repair on Tahoe at Samms Automotive. Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve repair on Tahoe estimated cost $603. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham  to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: None.

Michael Creeden- DNRC-River Erosion: Mr. Creeden said he is with the Conservation District not DNRC. Gloria Weiss and Ventlings also spoke. Discussion on town and council support to see county commissioners, possibly corps of engineers and someone at state level regarding erosion of the river banks, future flooding and possibly jeopardizing the infrastructure of the town.  Council said yes they will support this.

Rosalie Stricker: Stricker said is a neighbor to Rysavy and becoming more ill because of the exhaust when Rysavy runs automobiles at his business Samms Automotive. Rysavy has been given a variance by the town to run this business. Discussion held. Stricker said she may get another petition and bring to council.

Handicapped Parking 100 Block West River Street and Methodist Church – Ramp at The Little Cowboy Bar: Discussion on posting no parking signs on Montana Street for Methodist Church access. Ventling will get with Attorney Freeman and decide what kind of restrictive parking should be placed  starting at the corner by stop sign and come south for two parking places. Discussion held on handicapped parking and ramp at The Little Cowboy Bar on 100 block West River Street. The Little Cowboy Bar                                                               needs to bring state approval of plans to council for review and need approval if a possible trip hazard so town can submit to MMIA if need insurance approval.

Second Reading of Revised Ordinance 251 Skateboards: Council Member James Perkins read this ordinance aloud. Discussion held. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance at the second  reading. Approved unanimously.

Fromberg Sewer Improvements:  Perkins said Mayor Anderson traveled to Helena and put in a good word for the town and they were very responsive. Discussion held.

Spring Cleanup: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to have the Spring Cleanup April 17, 18 and 19. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: None.

Old Business: Perkins said Mayor Anderson researching to sell part  or all of the Barley Field.

Other Business: Bill Coty brought up discussion on Barley Field to have another baseball field. Discussion held. Coty will send letter to council.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

2014-2015 Budget: Next budget meeting date Tuesday, February 10, 2015, 7:30 PM  at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, March 2, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously.

Meeting adjourned.

Minutes from April 6, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present:  Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson,  Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Mayor Anderson said to strike agenda item #4 FEMA Representative Via Conference call as cordless phone not adequate to have conference call with FEMA. Meeting in Red Lodge April 28th and possibly a meeting in Fromberg March 30th regarding flood plain. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the agenda less item #4 FEMA as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the minutes of the regular town council meeting of March 2, 2015, as presented. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes of the special town council meeting March 23, 2015, as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to accept the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received Black Mountain combined check register, revenue voucher detail and claim details by fund for the month of  March and  Black Mountain billing reports for February and March.  Flint stated would like to have usage billing/summary for February and March.  Discussion on spring cleanup dates  for Fromberg with Bridger Spring Cleanup one week following and clerk gave possible dates for dog clinic. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the clerk report. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Ventling stated Nathan Wilm did pass his State of Montana Certification Exam for water distribution and water treatment 4 A and 4 B. Discussion on: Backhoe done, trees getting trimmed, school hydrant, tapping machine, clothing allowance, trip to Vaughn by Valier and would like to use converted police car for trip, mower needs new tires, bulk water system still needs overhauled, ditch at ball field, curb stands, test stations  Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve PWD report including authorization to purchase the tapping machine. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: Welfare checks, trespassing, theft, mischief,    agency assists, harassment, DUI, MIP, open container, eviction notice served, unsafe operation,U turn warnings, barking dogs, truancy, MIP of vapor cigarettes, assisted citizen locked out of car, junk vehicle and other debris/nuisance warning, 30 day warning to mitigate nuisance and junk vehicles, stop sign citations, registration citations, parking citations, civil service standby, correspondence from Carbon County Dispatch Services. Dawson discussed his trainings. Dawson discussed need of new Two Bear floor plan. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson held discussion regarding letter from Dennis Turley. Mr. Turley said he received a warning letter from Chief Dawson regarding junk vehicle and other debris/nuisance to be cleaned up within three weeks. Turley also received a letter from Town Attorney Hope Freeman giving him 30 days. Attorney Freeman stated no citation had been given regarding this matter just a warning. Turley was requesting additional time for cleanup. Discussion held. Mayor reviewed with council letter from clerk to Carbon County Planning Board stating the Town of Fromberg reappointed Julie Jones to serve as Fromberg's representative at the March 2, 2015, council meeting. Mayor read aloud thank you letter from Marge Taylor for gift received at March 2, 2015, council meeting. Council received letter from Kallevig Excavation with new address in Roberts, Mt. and contact information. Council was given 2015 Municipal Elected Officials Workshop registration forms for May 6-8 to be held in Billings.

Legacy of Faith Ministries – Christie Merck: Letter from Ms. Merck stating this group would like to come back to Fromberg June 8-10 to volunteer their time for work in town. Discussion held. Clerk to welcome them back.

MMIA Employee Benefits Program: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to allow employees the same benefits as last year. Approved unanimously.

Fromberg Dog Clinic: Discussion held. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to have the dog clinic Saturday April 18 from 10 AM to 12 noon at the Fromberg Town Shop with vets from Bridger Veterinary Clinic. Approved unanimously.

Memorial Tree Planting In Park – Arthur Lee Holwegner: Mayor Anderson read aloud  letter from Tara Lee Holwegner-Bertucci wishing for council approval for council to plant a tree in the Fromberg town park, type and placement of tree up to council, in memory of her father and she will donate $200. for the tree. Discussion held. Clerk to put funds into Child Park Fund. Clerk to let her know council approved this tree.

Zoning Committee – Terry Feller: Discussion held on trailer remodel at Countryside One. Discussion held on zoning application from Terry Feller to take down 10X10 dog kennel and replace with 10X10 shed. Bill Rivers gave his approval for this zoning permit. Motion by Flint and seconded Miller to approve the zoning request from Terry Feller. Approved unanimously.

Fromberg Sewer Improvements: Discussion held on income survey for CDBG. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to authorize Mayor Anderson to proceed working with Midwest Assistance Program and other parties as necessary to get the CDBG  income survey out and authorize expenditures for the mailings including addresses and return postage. Approved unanimously. Discussion held on a possible second bid from other engineers possibly John Manion. Council set up Special Meeting of the Town Council to be held Tuesday, April 14 at 7 PM to address an issue with the wastewater system and Budget Committee Workshop Tuesday April14 at 7:30 PM  with agenda being 2014-2015 Budget.

Old Business: Jim Perkins asked about loading zones and signs at Methodist Church and Sr. Citizens. Discussion held.

Other Business: None

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

2014-2015 Budget: None

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, May 4, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for April 6, 2015 - Second Public Hearing on CDBG Grant

Minutes For The Second Public Hearing on CDBG Grant

Eligibility - Chad Hanson – Great West Engineering

Monday, April 6, 2015

Town Hall Of Fromberg

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present:  Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson,  Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Second Public Hearing For Comment on CDBG Grant Eligibility – Chad Hanson – Great West Engineering: Hand outs were given by Mr. Hanson. The purpose of this Second CDBG Public Hearing for the Town of Fromberg is to inform the public as to the various funding programs offered by CDBG and to discuss how programs can best serve the community, particularly in regard to persons of low to moderate income and to receive public comments from persons in the community. Mr. Hanson did a power point presentation regarding the wastewater system. Funding scenarios for the proposed project were on the hand outs. CDBG will allow Fromberg to apply, but saying the Town must complete another income survey by June 1, 2015. Discussion held.

Minutes for May 4, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present:  Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson,  Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Mayor Anderson said to move agenda item #12 Zoning Committee to between item #7 and #8. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to approve the amended agenda. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to make two separate sets of minutes for the

April 6, 2015, Town Council Meeting and the Second Public Hearing for CDBG. Approved unanimously.

Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the CDBG Minutes as amended. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve the minutes of April 6, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to accept the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received usage/billing summary,billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary and collections history from Black Mountain, Bank of Bridger bank statements, Valley Federal Credit Union bank statements, tax voucher detail, combined check register and revenue voucher detail by fund. The Fromberg Dog Clinic had 4 persons attend. Clerk thanked Annette Anderson for assisting at the dog clinic. CDBG Income Survey went out April 24. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Miller to approve clerk report. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Ventling said had to order signs to detour traffic, needs gravel, bulk water needs overhauled, replaced curb stop at 316 West River Street, in progress tree trimming in the park and clothing. Discussion on: hydrant at corner of West River Street and Montana, school hydrant, mower/sweeper/brush hog, ditch repair at ball fields, burn pit, break in pipes at concession stand, water at park and the need for asphalt. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve PWD report including authorization to purchase three truck loads of gravel. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: Vandalism, agency assists, alcohol sales and service warning, animal control, disorderly, animal control citations, casualty call, speeding citations, registration/ drivers license inspections, and stop sign citations and warning. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson read aloud a letter from Mayor of Joliet, Harley Sorrells, regarding the rising cost of dispatch service from Carbon County Board of Commissioners. Letter from MMIA regarding Pollution Coverage. Mayor said copy of this is in town clerk office for review by council.  MMIA deadline is May 15, 2015. Mayor will look into this. Mayor read aloud letter from Elwin Valley, owner of Countryside One renting out mobile home to Mr. Wiley who has put on addition to his rented mobile home. Discussion held. Attorney Freeman said possible fire hazard if too close to other mobile homes. This addition was put on without coming to council for a zoning permit. Mayor said he will research  this for state codes for safety. Discussion on letter from Carbon County Office of The Election Administrator reminding of  upcoming Municipal Elections and giving the calendar from the state for filing dates.

Zoning Committee – Charles Joe Paul and Kevin Berckmoes: Mr. Paul had zoning permit application to build a 20x30 garage at 113 Harley Avenue. Discussion held. Motion by Perkins and second by Miller to approve this zoning application. Approved unanimously. Kevin Berckmoes had a zoning permit application for a 18x76 2015 mobile and a 30x40  pole barn set on concrete pad. Kevin is aware of tapping fees for water and sewer. Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve this zoning application. Approved unanimously.

Diane Dalin – Event of June 2014: Mike and Diane Dalin, Owners of the Two Bear Tavern, gave a letter to council stating they and their customers feel like they are being harassed and are intimidated by Chief Ralph Dawson driving through their parking lot. Discussion held regarding the Minutes of June 2, 2014, page 2 paragraph 2 under correspondence when Two Bear Tavern asked permission for live music, open container, roping off the area in their parking lot to be used and to pay $75. for police protection during their annual pig roast June 28, 2014. Discussion held in reference to a memorandum given to Mayor Anderson from Chief Dawson with a floor plan on file with the Montana Department of Revenue, copy of Fromberg Ordinance #199 and  Title 6, Chapter 7-03 and several Montana Codes June 2014. Mayor Anderson said he had talked to Dalin and told her she needed to get approval from the state before she could serve alcohol outside. Dalin said it was an oversight on her part that it did not get sent in to the state.  Dalin gave council copy of violation letter they received from State of Montana stating the licensee sold, delivered or gave away alcohol in an area not described on the floor plan filed with the Department of Revenue, copy of Title 6 Chapter 4, 6-4-11 open container, and Title 6 Chapter 7, 6-7-03 police protection. Discussion held. Attorney Freeman will work on this ordinance as soon as possible.

The Little Cowboy Bar: The Little Cowboy Bar will be hosting a Branding Party Friday, May 8, 2015, from 2 PM to 2AM and is requesting an open container to be implemented and rope off and the east side of West River Street  up to Randy Wike shop be closed between the Two Bear Tavern and The Little Cowboy Bar on that date for the street dance.  The band will be located  on the sidewalk outside The Little Cowboy Bar beside the ice machine and band shut down at 1:30 AM. The Little Cowboy Bar will pay $75. for police protection. Alcohol will be sold inside the bar. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this open container and street dance. Approved unanimously.

Dispatch Contract: Discussion held on Carbon County Dispatch Service costs. Not approved at this time. Mayor Anderson will get with other towns for more discussion on this.

Great West Engineering: Council reviewed Amendment No. 3 from Great West Engineering regarding wastewater system PER and improvements. Discussion held. Council decided not to sign at this time until council knows more about funding.

Old Business: Mayor Anderson said he called the state to join the states procurement program for telephone service just received letter back today. The cost will be .023 cents per minute for instate calls and .0539 cents per minute for out of state calls.

Other Business: None

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

2014-2015 Budget: Discussion held. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to approve the 2014-2015 Budget. Approved unanimously.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, June 1, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg. Discussion on budget workshops to be held in June.

Adjourn: Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for June 1, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present:  Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson,  Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve the agenda as presented. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Flint said he would like added to the minutes of May 4, 2015, on page 2 at the end of paragraph 3: Regarding the Two Bear parking lot area discussion held on whether Harley Avenue extends through West River Street exit or if there is any other public right of way throughout the Two Bear parking lot area. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes as amended. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary and collections history from Black Mountain. Clerk gave to council new cost of postage stamps, stated Strom and Associates will be in office this week for audit review and presented to council letter from State of Montana Gambling Control Division stating Fromberg will receive distribution of  $1150. from Tomahawk Cafe and Casino which had been going County of Bridger is what was stated in the letter. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Ventling included in his report a copy of the Sanitary Survey sent by Montana DEQ and discussion held. Discussion held on getting gravel from Don Schwend in Joliet, bulk water needs to be repaired and any changes will need to be engineered, fire hydrant at corner of West River Street and Montana was repaired today, fire hydrant at corner of West River Street and Harley Avenue will be soon and if water needs to be shut off notification will be made, will need asphalt soon for street repairs, lagoons full and will start discharging. Fromberg Improvement Committee paid for cement pad in the park and will be putting two permanent picnic tables there. Ventling said he will recall Master Meter to check on handheld. Mayor Anderson said public works clothing allowance is being discussed during budget meetings. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve the PWD report as submitted. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: welfare checks, trespassing, theft, vandalism, mischief, agency assists, alcohol sales and service warning, DUI, minor in possession and open container, animal control, disorderly conduct, animal control,  casualty call, speeding citations and registration/ drivers license inspections. A report of  ether scent on Lovers Lane. If anyone smells this odor need to let Chief Dawson know time, date and place. Discussion on debris complaint about pile and some of their  equipment stacked up behind The Little Cowboy Bar and neighboring area. Discussion on stop sign citations, parking and reverse U turn warnings. Dawson said June 15 will be anniversary of six years as Chief of Police with  Fromberg. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson read aloud letter from State of Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) announcing House Bill 6 was awarded. The Town of Fromberg ranked 26th and we are to receive grant money in the amount of $125,000.  Mayor Anderson read a letter from Office of the Governor, State of Montana, notifying the Town of Fromberg that House Bill 11 was signed into law on April 27, 2015, by the Department of Commerce, Community Development Division, Treasure State Endowment Program (TSEP) awarding $750,000 to the town  to complete improvements to its wastewater system. Council also received notice of unemployment insurance tax rates for fiscal year 2016 (7-1-15 thru 6-30-16). Council received rates from MMIA. Mike and Diane Dalin, owners of the Two Bear Tavern, presented to council an event request for  their 10th Anniversary Pig Roast on June 27th with music from 8 PM to 1 AM on June 28th and June 29th outside on the patio area after approval of their floor plan from the state. If floor plan is not approved by that date they will postpone the pig roast to a later date. Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to allow the live music event and lift the open containers on the public property immediately adjacent to the Two Bear Tavern not including the street as long as complies with their service license funding to the Department of Revenue. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to amend the original motion to include Two Bear to pay the $75. deposit for the officer on duty for the event by June 15. Approved unanimously. Chief Dawson will notify them in writing of the council decision. Dave Flint brought to council information on traffic speed signs.  Discussion held and will give council time to review this information and discuss at next town council meeting.

Carol Jones – Concerned Citizen: Mrs. Jones gave council a letter from herself regarding a burglary at her home. She spoke to council and council was unable to answer her questions as they do not have information of  the case as this case is still pending. Attorney Freeman said there are limitations under the law in  Montana as far as release of criminal justice information and on a pending or ongoing investigation and  council would be violating that law by even discussing it. Mrs. Jones will meet in private with Mayor Anderson and Chief Dawson Tuesday, June 2nd at 9 AM and have Shirley Miller as a witness.

Town of Fromberg Special Events Policy: Proposal by Town Attorney Hope Freeman. Council to review and bring to July council meeting.

Ordinance 261-Eligibility To Office: An Ordinance Amending 2-1-02 (Eligibility To Office) Of  The Fromberg Municipal Code To Make It Compatible With State Law. Mayor Anderson read this aloud. Discussion held. Flint suggested to add the word a  after the word not and before the word qualified to read: Eligibility To Office. No Person is eligible for any municipal office, elective or appointive, who is not a citizen of the United States, and who has not resided in the municipality or any area which has been annexed thereto for at least 60 days immediately preceding his or her election or appointment, and is not a qualified elector thereof. (Section7-4-4401, MCA) Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to approve this first reading as amended. Nay by Perkins. Motion passed.

Carbon County Sheriff Dispatch Contract: Attorney Freeman is asking them for records and documentation as to how the decision was reached for cost. Discussion held.

Income Survey: Mayor Anderson said he received a letter from Midwest Assistance Program (MAP) regarding the income survey stating the town does qualify to apply for the CDBG grant in the amount of $400,000.   The original number of surveys sent out sent out 195, three were undeliverable or non residents. They received 141 completed income survey forms. From the 192 households on the final lists the survey results are 37 above income listed and 104 below income listed.

Wastewater Project: Discussion on TSEP documents to be signed and returned to Great West Engineering to complete the startup requirements. Council will set up a special meeting with him as he is on vacation at this time.

2015 – 2016 Budget Workshops and times: Council set up workshops for Tuesdays, June 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th at 7:00 PM.

Zoning Committee: No business.

Old Business: Will be planting memorial tree in park for Arthur Lee (Buddy) Holwegner from daughter Tara Lee Holwegner -  Bertucci from Reno, NV.

Other Business: Discussion on Kevin Berckmoes property.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): Mark Vargas will be making an offer to the town to purchase the 10 acres at the Barley Field. George Parsons told council he has had property stolen from his premises. He has heard nothing and would like to know what is going on. Mayor Anderson told him to discuss this with Chief Dawson or the county attorney. (Dawson was out of council chambers talking with Attorney Freeman when this conversation was taking place). Shirley Miller lead discussion regarding disgruntled persons.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, July 6, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for July 6, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present:  Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Mayor Anderson suggested moving meeting agenda item # 12 Barley Field up on the agenda below # 6 Employee Reports. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to make the change and adopt the agenda as amended. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Miller to approve the minutes of June 1, 2015. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the Special Meeting Minutes with Great West Engineering of  June 18, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, statement of revenue budget vs actual, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail and combined check register from Black Mountain Software. Discussion held on write offs and certified letters which went out July 2, 2015, to some persons regarding delinquent bills along with MCA 7-13-4309 Procedure To Collect Sewer Or Water Charges which is a 30 day notice.

Council said will discuss again at next council meeting. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Ventling stated hydrant is in on West River Street and Highway. Discussion held on street patching and repairs, will be doing new hookups at 510 West River Street, received six loads of gravel at $50. per load, started discharging middle of June, Bridger loaning town their brush hog for use at pump house, and Sensus metering system reader quit working and could possibly take up to three to six weeks to fix and hydrant by school will be repaired. Discussion held on truck route. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Miller to approve the PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: welfare check, vandalism, agency assists, alcohol sales and service warning, Two Bear floor plan approved by Department of Revenue, open container, animal control, Child Protection Services regarding 3 year old, disorderly conduct, curfew check, debris warning, speeding citations and registration/ drivers license inspections, parking and reverse U turns. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Barley Field: Mayor Anderson said the Town of Fromberg has had an offer of $17,500. for all ten acres and water rights of the Barley Field from Mark and Leza Vargas.  Mayor Anderson said he had talked to bank and property price could be six to seven thousand per acre. Discussion held. Vargas said they may also interested in a portion of the property. Council gave Mayor Anderson permission to proceed to negotiate with Mr. Vargas so Mayor Anderson can get back with council and Attorney Freeman regarding negotiations.

Correspondence: None.

Traffic Speed Signs: Discussion held. Ventling will check with Traffic Daddy regarding the cost of their signs.

Town of Fromberg Special Events Policy: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman will rewrite and have for the August meeting.

Ordinance 261-Eligibility To Office – Second Reading: An Ordinance Amending 2-1-02 (Eligibility To Office) Of  The Fromberg Municipal Code To Make It Compatible With State Law. Mayor Anderson read this aloud. Discussion held. A typing error was found. The change is: change city council to town council. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve this second reading as amended to correct the typing error. Nay by Perkins. Motion passed.

Carbon County Sheriff Dispatch Contract: Discussion held. Will keep on agenda for August meeting.

Zoning Committee: No business.

Old Business: Mayor Anderson said Harley Avenue stops at West River Street. Discussion held.

Other Business: Discussion held on meter reading. James Schuma said he wanted to be on record to thank PWD Ventling for helping Schuma locate property pins.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, August 3, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for August 3, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Dave Flint and Tim Nottingham. Shirley Miller was not present.  PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the agenda as presented. Agenda item #9 Marge Taylor – Ordinances was unable to attend this meeting. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes of July 6, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to approve the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail and combined check register from Black Mountain Software. Discussion held on write offs and certified letters which went out July 2, 2015, to some persons regarding delinquent bills along with MCA 7-13-4309 Procedure To Collect Sewer Or Water Charges which is a 30 day notice. Russell Cumin, Mary Lou Pilati, Damien Kurtz and Paul E. Price are the persons who have delinquent water bills which will go on their taxes. Jack Miller, Jeff and Kellie Krenning and Joseph L. and Janie W. Yates are persons who no longer own the property and have non collectible bills which will be written off. Discussion held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to approve to write off these accounts. Approved unanimously.

Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling:  Discussion on fire hydrants, will start paving, Carbon street needs to be resurfaced and Ventling will get bids, meter reading system needs new battery, laptop conversion $7,700.00, have cement barriers, pad in park and bushes are gone, lagoon discharging, main water valves and tack oil. Discussion held on projects for grants. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the PWD report including the expenditure of tack oil with a 50/50  $900.00 approximate split with Bridger. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: welfare check, trespass, vandalism, agency assists, curfew, alcohol sales, animal control, Child Protection Services regarding 3 year old, disorderly conduct, citizen assist, weed warnings, speeding, registration/ drivers license inspections and parking. Chief Dawson will be on vacation August 7-16. Discussion on graphics for police car and practice ammo. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to purchase patrol unit graphics in the amount of $300.00 Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to purchase practice ammo for the month in the amount of $20. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson read a letter from Tara Bertucci announcing her coming to town to visit and see the tree she had donated in memory of her father Arthur Lee Holwegner.

Fromberg Days – Fromberg Fire Department, Tomahawk, Two Bear Tavern and The Little Cowboy Bar: The Fromberg Fire Department will be holding their pig roast at the Tomahawk Cafe and Casino. Council received letter from Diane Dalin and Rachel Grandfield requesting street closure and lifting of open container on West River Street and in the city park on August 29th and 30th for Fromberg Days event.  Discussion held on Fromberg Day events and parade starting at 11:00 A. M.. Dawson will write letter to them giving event days, hours for open container waiver on West River Street and in the city park for horseshoe tournament, area of street closure hours and panels to be used to mark off area, street signage and $150. for police protection by two extra officers. His letter will be attached to the minutes of this meeting in the minutes book after council approval of these minutes.

Marge Taylor – Ordinances: Marge Taylor was unable to attend this meeting. Mayor Anderson said property owners take care of weeds from their property to the street.

Town of Fromberg Special Events Policy: Discussion held. Motion by Flint to repeal 6-7-01 of the Town Code and replace it with the Special Events Policy as written. Attorney Freeman said need to repeal Town Code as a second part at another time. Flint withdrew his motion. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the Special Events Policy as written. Approved unanimously.

General Elections – mail ballot election or poll election: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to opt for the poll election. Approved unanimously.

Solar Bee Contract: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to select Option #1 of this contract in the amount of $4,714.00 and to pay any claims which are currently in the bills as of today. Approved unanimously.

Carbon County Sheriff Dispatch: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman will write letter for councils review  and send it to Carbon County Commissioners.

State of Montana Surplus Property Programs: Resolution # 449. Mayor Anderson read this resolution aloud. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Flint to accept this resolution. Approved unanimously. Signers are Richard Anderson, Jim Perkins, Tim Nottingham, Mike Ventling and Ralph Dawson.

Traffic Speed Signs: Discussion held.

Budget Resolutions:

Resolution # 446: A resolution approving the Town of Fromberg 2014-2015 budget as attached and labeled as Final 2014-2015 Budget. Discussion held. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to pass  Resolution # 446. Approved unanimously.

Resolution # 447: A resolution permitting the clerk to make the necessary budget transfers within the various accounts for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015 to accounts that are short within the budget.

Discussion held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to accept Resolution #447 as written. Approved unanimously.

Resolution # 448: A resolution to establish a salary scale for setting salaries and/or wages for town employees by the Town of Fromberg, Montana. Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded Perkins to  approve the use of the salary scale for setting employee wages and adopt the salary scale. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: No issues.

Old Business: None

Other Business: Discussion held on bulk water station not working properly.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

2015-2016 Budget: Discussion held. Budget meeting workshops will be held on Tuesdays August 11, August 18 and August 25 at 7 PM open to the public.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, September 14, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for September 14, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Dave Flint and Tim Nottingham. Shirley Miller was not present.  PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the agenda as presented. Agenda item #9 Marge Taylor – Ordinances was unable to attend this meeting. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes of July 6, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to approve the bills as presented.  Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail and combined check register from Black Mountain Software. Discussion held on write offs and certified letters which went out July 2, 2015, to some persons regarding delinquent bills along with MCA 7-13-4309 Procedure To Collect Sewer Or Water Charges which is a 30 day notice. Russell Cumin, Mary Lou Pilati, Damien Kurtz and Paul E. Price are the persons who have delinquent water bills which will go on their taxes. Jack Miller, Jeff and Kellie Krenning and Joseph L. and Janie W. Yates are persons who no longer own the property and have non collectible bills which will be written off. Discussion held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to approve to write off these accounts. Approved unanimously.

Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling:  Discussion on fire hydrants, will start paving, Carbon street needs to be resurfaced and Ventling will get bids, meter reading system needs new battery, laptop conversion $7,700.00, have cement barriers, pad in park and bushes are gone, lagoon discharging, main water valves and tack oil. Discussion held on projects for grants. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to approve the PWD report including the expenditure of tack oil with a 50/50  $900.00 approximate split with Bridger. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: welfare check, trespass, vandalism, agency assists, curfew, alcohol sales, animal control, Child Protection Services regarding 3 year old, disorderly conduct, citizen assist, weed warnings, speeding, registration/ drivers license inspections and parking. Chief Dawson will be on vacation August 7-16. Discussion on graphics for police car and practice ammo. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to purchase patrol unit graphics in the amount of $300.00 Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Nottingham to purchase practice ammo for the month in the amount of $20. Approved unanimously. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve police report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson read a letter from Tara Bertucci announcing her coming to town to visit and see the tree she had donated in memory of her father Arthur Lee Holwegner.

Fromberg Days – Fromberg Fire Department, Tomahawk, Two Bear Tavern and The Little Cowboy Bar: The Fromberg Fire Department will be holding their pig roast at the Tomahawk Cafe and Casino. Council received letter from Diane Dalin and Rachel Grandfield requesting street closure and lifting of open container on West River Street and in the city park on August 29th and 30th for Fromberg Days event.  Discussion held on Fromberg Day events and parade starting at 11:00 A. M.. Dawson will write letter to them giving event days, hours for open container waiver on West River Street and in the city park for horseshoe tournament, area of street closure hours and panels to be used to mark off area, street signage and $150. for police protection by two extra officers. His letter will be attached to the minutes of this meeting in the minutes book after council approval of these minutes.

Marge Taylor – Ordinances: Marge Taylor was unable to attend this meeting. Mayor Anderson said property owners take care of weeds from their property to the street.

Town of Fromberg Special Events Policy: Discussion held. Motion by Flint to repeal 6-7-01 of the Town Code and replace it with the Special Events Policy as written. Attorney Freeman said need to repeal Town Code as a second part at another time. Flint withdrew his motion. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the Special Events Policy as written. Approved unanimously.

General Elections – mail ballot election or poll election: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to opt for the poll election. Approved unanimously.

Solar Bee Contract: Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to select Option #1 of this contract in the amount of $4,714.00 and to pay any claims which are currently in the bills as of today. Approved unanimously.

Carbon County Sheriff Dispatch: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman will write letter for councils review  and send it to Carbon County Commissioners.

State of Montana Surplus Property Programs: Resolution # 449. Mayor Anderson read this resolution aloud. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Flint to accept this resolution. Approved unanimously. Signers are Richard Anderson, Jim Perkins, Tim Nottingham, Mike Ventling and Ralph Dawson.

Traffic Speed Signs: Discussion held.

Budget Resolutions:

Resolution # 446: A resolution approving the Town of Fromberg 2014-2015 budget as attached and labeled as Final 2014-2015 Budget. Discussion held. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to pass  Resolution # 446. Approved unanimously.

Resolution # 447: A resolution permitting the clerk to make the necessary budget transfers within the various accounts for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015 to accounts that are short within the budget.

Discussion held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to accept Resolution #447 as written. Approved unanimously.

Resolution # 448: A resolution to establish a salary scale for setting salaries and/or wages for town employees by the Town of Fromberg, Montana. Discussion held. Motion by Flint and seconded Perkins to  approve the use of the salary scale for setting employee wages and adopt the salary scale. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: No issues.

Old Business: None

Other Business: Discussion held on bulk water station not working properly.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): None.

2015-2016 Budget: Discussion held. Budget meeting workshops will be held on Tuesdays August 11, August 18 and August 25 at 7 PM open to the public.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, September 14, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Flint to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for October 5, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Dave Flint and  Shirley Miller. Tim Nottingham was not present.  PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to move agenda item # 12 Zoning Committee up under agenda item #10 Carbon County Dispatch Services and adopt the agenda as amended.  Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Miller to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing on the 2015-2016 preliminary budget held September 14, 2015 and the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting September 14, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the bills after amended distribution of account numbers regarding Cenex and Verizon bills using 5210 water and 5310 sewer account numbers and for health insurance employee distribution. Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Reminder of Fall Cleanup Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 16, 17 & 18. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail and combined check register, statement of expenditure budget vs actual, statement of revenue budget vs actual and a copy of the Bank of Bridger bank statement as reports. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling:  Discussion on  laptop conversion $7,700.00, need sewer bugs four month supply $1,000., asphalt all gone, need new meter pit at Shank's, took out other water chamber at the pump house, had electrician repair lift station pump switches, moved piece of cement by post office as  had caved in and diverting water under the sidewalk. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to accept the PWD report including the purchase of sewer bugs. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: welfare check, theft, vandalism, curfew, agency assists, animal control, assaults/domestics, Child Protection Services regarding 3 year old, disorderly conduct, civil service/warrants, speeding citations, insurance citation, registration/ drivers license citations and stop sign citation. New tires on Tahoe. Motion by Flint and seconded by Miller to approve police report and approve the purchase of practice ammo. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson read letter from Office of the Governor Steve Bullock announcing the Town of Fromberg has been awarded $450,000. from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for wastewater system improvements. Discussion held on bill and letter from Great West Engineering regarding Wastewater System Preliminary Engineering Report.

Ordinance # 262 Second Reading: An Ordinance Repealing Title 6, Chapter 7 (Dances), As No longer Applicable Once The Town of Fromberg Adopted The Special Events Policy. This ordinance was read aloud by Mayor Richard Anderson. Discussion held. Flint suggested to amend the wording in the second paragraph which said City Council to Town Council. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the second reading of Ordinance #262 as amended. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 263 Second Reading: An Ordinance To Establish Three Public Places For Posting Public Notices. This ordinance was read aloud by Mayor Richard Anderson. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Miller to accept Ordinance # 263 on the second reading. Approved unanimously.

Carbon County Sheriff Dispatch: Letter from Carbon County Commissioners hosting a meeting to be held in their Red Lodge office September 17. Discussion held. Attorney Freeman stated they are hosting another meeting October 22 in their office and welcomed attendance.

Zoning Committee: No issues.

Discussion – Town Utility Rates. Discussion held on utility rates. Discussion held on Sagr Systems PWD Ventling had visited and had talked with operators. Ventling stated his recommendation would be the  Sagr System over the Bio Lac System for lagoons. Mayor Anderson set rate workshops for Tuesdays October 13 and 20.

Old Business: Discussion held on contract to do final engineering to be received from Great West Engineering.

Other Business: None

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): PWD Ventling said he and  Wilm will build own brush hog.

2015-2016 Budget: Discussion held.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, November 2, 2015, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

Adjourn: Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to adjourn the meeting.  Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for November 2, 2015

7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge Of Allegiance.  Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Dave Flint, Tim Nottingham and  Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman were present.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to adopt the agenda as presented. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Flint to accept the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting October 5, 2015. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve the bills as presented. Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by clerk. Municipal Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at Fromberg School. Polls are open noon to 8:00 PM. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, statement of expenditure budget vs actual, statement of revenue budget vs actual, a copy of the Bank of Bridger bank statement and Valley Federal Credit Union bank statement as reports. Motion by Flint and seconded by Perkins to approve clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Main valves need to be replaced, hydrants at Lovers Lane and Carbon and Missouri need replaced do not drain and cost to repair about $2500 or $2600 each. With shut off valve $3500. Shop lights need to be updated, bulk water system not working again, replaced entire fire hydrant at school and placed another test station by the hydrant. Mower/sweeper/brush hog they are talking about building their own. Big plow for backhoe they put a different angle on it. Small plow is mounted on the Dodge now. Vehicles, little equipment, jumping jack, back hoe, packer all need to be serviced. AO Smith gas water heater in the shop not working. Cost for fluids and filters on back hoe approximately $800. Discussion held on bulk water system. Motion by Flint to approve PWD report including appropriating money for two new hydrants and get parts and fluids to service the vehicles. Motion by Perkins to second Flints motion with an amendment to add the purchase of the water heater. Flint seconded Perkins amended motion. Approved unanimously. Ventling asked if should purchase hydrants right now. Mayor Anderson said use your discretion as the Fire Chief regarding public safety.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on: theft, coroner call, animal control, assault, disorderly conduct, picke