Minutes for January 9, 2017

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Lula Price, 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: Miller said she would like to make a correction to the agenda. Item # 10 Survey Results From Fromberg Improvement Committee Survey she said she would like it to read Survey  Results From Independent Committee as Fromberg Improvement Committee had nothing to do with this survey. Miller said she forgot to change heading on the paperwork.  Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to approve the agenda. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Mayor Anderson said because he renewed the the town website before the end of the year the town received website for $125. which is the old price for one more year then will go to $400. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to accept the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of December 5, 2016, as presented.  Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, Valley Federal Credit Union bank statement, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Mayor asked council if they had any questions on last months employee reports since council eliminated them for last month agenda. The answer was no questions.  Discussion on budget. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Busy snowplowing roads. Discussion held on water meters not reading and the possibility of getting grant monies to purchase new reading system. Backhoe hoses getting warn out, seals starting to leak and front tires needed in the future. Need new windshield on 1994 Dodge Ram pickup. Cost $150. per Ventling. Clerk to check with MMIA for insurance. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to accept PWD report. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on welfare check, trespass, theft, vandalism, agency assists, domestic issues, animal control, assaults, warrants served, teens obstructing traffic, teens skipping school, citizen assist with broken garage door, speeding violations, stop sign violations and parking violations. Discussion on trainings attended and upcoming trainings. Turned in purchase orders for practice ammo of $25.00 each for the months of November an December 2016. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve police report. Approved unanimously. Motion by Miller and seconded by Price to approve the purchase of practice ammo for $25.00 each month for November and December 2016. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: None

Correspondence: None.

Don Handeland – Water Bill: Handeland requested an adjustment off water bill getting a credit of $12.50 for water line break which was fixed immediately making usage 5,000 instead of 10,000. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to allow this credit. Approved unanimously.

Survey Results From Independent Committee Survey: Handouts were given to council from the committee. Discussion held.  Miller said 347 surveys went out to Fromberg area residents and 53 were answered. They were anonymous and not required to sign. Miller said money for postage was donated and she donated her time, paper and ink to print these. This will be placed on the agenda for the council meeting for comments.

Ordinances and Police Committee – James Schuma: Shuma was not in attendance at this time.

Fromberg Growth Policy: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman said there are master plans and growth policies. If town wants to amend zoning ordinances as they stand must have a growth policy or adopt the counties growth policy. Council set Monday, March 13 at 7 PM to have growth policy discussion meeting.

James Schuma in attendance. Mayor Anderson asked Mr. Schuma if he would like to discuss his agenda topic. Shuma said he has been working with Miller and Nottingham. Discussion held on Police Committee having meetings to create and change policies and procedures for Fromberg Police Department.

Mayor Response To Citizen Letter Of December 5, 2016: Mayor Anderson read aloud his letter of response to this letter of December 5, 2016. Nottingham stated the Police Committee is reviewing budget and costs for the police department.

Police Department  Complaints, Issues Regarding Employee: Mayor Anderson asked Chief Dawson if he would like to have open meeting or closed executive session. Chief Dawson said closed executive session.  The reason for executive session is to discuss employee. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to have an executive session. Approved unanimously. Executive session began at 8:15 PM and ended at 8:59 PM.

Water Well Site Easement – Mike Ventling: Discussion held and easement will be filed with the county. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to approve this easement. Approved unanimously.

Old Business: None

Public Comment: (For those items not on the agenda) Shuma suggested changing the agenda when having executive sessions so it would be at end of meeting. Discussion held.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, February 6, 2017, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for February 6, 2017

Council President James A. Perkins called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Richard Anderson was not in attendance as he had surgery. Town council members present: Lula Price, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala were present. Not present Attorney Hope Freeman.

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

Minutes: Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to accept the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of January 9, 2017, as presented.  Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Discussion held on meter reading system, meters under warranty and  hand held system. Discussion on well and sewer projects being on track time wise.  Discussion on splitting cost of vac tron truck with Bridger. Discussion on jetter camera. Started using grader to plow. Looking for dump truck. Discussion on confined space equipment. Price asked Ventling to put together a presentation on the topic of confined space equipment and costs. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on welfare checks, vandalism, agency assists, till tip, animal control, disorderly, speeding violations, stop sign violations, parking violations, investigation mother daughter dispute, loud music, ongoing lack of civility issues between neighbors, citizen assist and alleged “creeper-peeper”. Discussion on trainings attended and upcoming trainings. Turned in purchase orders for practice ammo of $25.00  for the month of January 2017. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve the purchase of practice ammo for $25.00 for the month of January 2017 and to approve the police report. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: None

Correspondence: None.

Resolution # 464: Resolution Of The Town Of Fromberg Adopting A Policy Concerning Compliance With IRS Requirements For Tax-Exempt Bonds Issued By The Town. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to accept this resolution as written.. Approved unanimously.

Old Business: Miller stated the Fromberg Independent  Survey Committee would like to have a meeting with mayor, council and employees if they want to be there one hour prior to the regular council meeting in March. Randy Wike said he would like to have a copy of the letter of response to citizen letter Mayor Anderson read to audience at the December 5, 2016, town council meeting. Discussion held. Miller said all correspondence should be in a file in the clerks office. Clerk to check with Attorney Freeman and have discussion at the next council meeting.

Public Comment: (For those items not on the agenda) Nottingham has given update on policies and procedures to Attorney Freeman for review and will meet next week.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, March 6, 2017, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg. A prior 6 PM meeting time on the same day for the survey results from Independent Committee Survey.

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

Minutes for March 6, 2017

Council President James A. Perkins called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Richard Anderson was not in attendance as he has had surgery. Town council members present: Lula Price, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. PWD Mike Ventling, Chief of Police Ralph Dawson, Town Clerk Brenda Kansala were present. Not present Attorney Hope Freeman.

Review and Adopt Agenda: Motion by Miller to move agenda item #7 Zoning Committee up on the agenda to #6 below #5 Bills. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve the agenda with the amendment to move the agenda item #7  Zoning Committee below agenda item #5 Bills. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Miller to amend the minutes under Old Business concerning the Independent Survey Committee meeting to change the date to April 3, 2017. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve the minutes as amended. Approved unanimously.

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

Zoning Committee: Mike Semmler turned in a zoning application to zoning committee. Miller stated the committee has recommended to turn the application down. Semmler said used to be two lots with address of 202 and 204 East River Street but has been combined into one lot but can call Red Lodge to have them uncombined. Discussion held. Ventling will check with D.E.S. Fire Warden Tom Kohley on footage between trailers and get information to clerk for Mr. Semmler. Need measurements on zoning application. Clerk to mail Mr. Semmler new zoning application.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Mayor Anderson said he appreciates everyone's hard work in his absence and he will be at the April council meeting. Clerk gave handouts of the Monday, March 13 Growth Policy discussion meeting with presenter Monica Plecker, Community Planner with CTA Architects. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Discussion held on fuel tanks for shop. Discussion on confined space rescue air equipment for a cost of $4,114.45 which Bridger will split the cost. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to purchase this confined space equipment with the understanding Bridger will split the cost 50/50. Approved unanimously. Discussion held on employee use of town equipment. Ventling stated to Town received a $12,000 John Deere 675B skid steer for the cost of shipping which was $800. Ventling said needs new windshield in truck for the cost of $150. installed. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to approve new windshield in truck. Approved unanimously. Discussion on Master meter system. Discussion on access into building for ramp and doors for wheel chairs. Motion by Miller and seconded by Price to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on welfare checks, theft, agency assists, intoxicated female, animal control,  pending warrant, vehicle assist stuck on ice, speeding violations, lost trailer plate report provided, upset citizen as cleared snow for his parking not the neighbor and warning for “U turn”. Discussion on trainings attended, upcoming trainings and vacation time. Portable radio repair service fee $75 at Industrial Communications. Mileage sheet included. Discussion on purchase of  ballistic vest for a cost of $1000. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to purchase the vest for $1000. Approved unanimously. Turned in purchase order for practice ammo of $25.00  for the month of February 2017. Marge Taylor said would like to see more revenue brought in by police department. Short discussion on cars on highway. Nottingham held short discussion after visiting with Attorney Freeman.

Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve the purchase of practice ammo for $25.00 for the month of February 2017 and to approve the police report. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: None.

Resolution # 465: A Resolution By The Town Of Fromberg, Montana To Execute Two Easements As  Negotiated Between Mike J. And Kelle M. Ventling And The Town Of Fromberg. This resolution was read aloud by Council President Jim Perkins. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to accept this resolution. Approved unanimously.

Old Business: Nottingham said instead of looking at a police commission they are are looking at an ad hoc or standing committee.  Discussion held.

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

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, April 3, 2017, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for April 3, 2017 - Town Survey Review

Town Survey Review

Open To The Public

Mon, April 3, 2017

6:00 PM

Meeting Notes

Mayor Richard Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. Town Clerk Brenda Kansala and Town Attorney Hope Freeman  were present.  Mayor Anderson asked who was going to be the spokesperson for the people who did the Town Survey. Shirley Miller was spokesperson. Mayor Anderson  handed the  meeting over to Miller. Miller said the survey was done at the suggestion of Tammy Taylor. Marge Taylor, owner of Leather Legends, said Shirley Miller typed the survey and businesses paid for postage to have it mailed out. Miller said survey was for interpretation of how town government and employees are doing as far as performance and attitude. Mayor Anderson explained he had surgery and could not be at last two meeting and postponed meeting until now. Survey results were passed around in audience.  Sandy Bauwens asked about paint marks on streets around pot holes and wanted to know if streets were marked for repair. Miller stated streets not painted by public works and not sure why were painted. Discussion held on streets since someone had mischievously spray painted potholes on the streets. Mayor Anderson said street department would not paint profanities on the streets. Miller called for questions and comments regarding the survey. Randy Wike, owner of The Little Cowboy Bar, asked if anyone knows what a filibuster is. Wike said he thinks the markings on the streets are a wake-up call to town council for putting things off. Wike said there is going to be more painting in the streets and a lot more “stuff” going on in this town and there has been a citizens advocacy group formed to discuss harassment and allowing of problems to go on and all falls into one giant can of worms. Wike asked about letters of correspondence. Mayor explained that will be discussed at the Regular Town Council Meeting tonight at 7 PM. Miller said 345  surveys were sent to persons in town and out of town in the surrounding area and 53 or 54 were returned. Mike Gentling, Town Public Works Director, said surveys were bogus as he had been told some persons filled out multiples of them. He discussed streets and town supplies and said to Wike if you have a problem with the potholes “man up” and come and talk to him about the potholes and said town people need to work together and not tear town apart. He stated he and Nate Wilma have worked hard above and beyond their job descriptions to help persons in this community because they care about the town. He asked who would like to have their families come into our town and see the profanity written on our streets with spray paint and it is just making people mad. Niki Elliott said surveys not a personal attack on Ventling or Wilm. She said she saw on the survey an employee who is a waste of money for the town and maybe money could be redirected to make streets drivable. Miller stated  Ventling and Wilm go on and beyond their job duties to help the town. Tim Nottingham discussed street repair funds. Miller invited all persons to come to budget meetings and budget workshops. Marge Taylor and Mayor Anderson discussed county money and tax money for roads and streets. DJ Allen told Marge Taylor you cannot stop trucks from going down county road. Discussion held. Carol Jones thanked Ventling and Wilm for all the help they have given her while her husband has been ill. Carol also stated her neighbor Sherri had a tree fallen in her yard almost to her house she called the mayor and Mayor Anderson and his wife cut the branches so she would be safe at her home Carol said Sherri never thanked them and complements should be given to them. Jerry Houghtaling asked about road shavings from the state on highway projects. Ventling said that is always already spoken for by the county. Niki Elliott asked about grading of roads and alleys. Discussion held. Carol Jones asked about police training knowledge. Mayor Anderson said that is a question for Chief of Police Dawson. Mayor Anderson said he goes to all kinds of trainings. Niki Elliott suggested passing heavy police cases to county when fresh. Discussion on who hires police officers and what are qualifications. Daisy Hoffman asked how council feels about survey. Mayor Anderson said answers on the survey do not surprise him. Discussion held. Mayor Anderson asked what is expected from the survey? Marge Taylor said she thinks two persons from each side should be on the police commission and on the work. Taylor said she is not happy with how the mayor is boss to his employees. Miller said the most comments on the survey were in regards to the police department and said persons do not feel it is right for him to sit in his office all day except when he goes to lunch. Nate Wilm said he and Ventling got the same review with bad attitudes and wages are too high. Discussion held on police committee in the works. Don Handeland said he feels public works is doing good job. He asked about the painting of the streets if if it was vandalism. The answer was yes. Tim Nottingham discussed police policies and procedures and he is working with Town Attorney Hope Freeman and will bring to council. He also discussed adhoc committee and standing committee. Mayor Anderson recessed the meeting.

Minutes for April 3, 2017

Minutes For The Regular Town Council Meeting

Monday, April 3, 2017 7:00 PM

Mayor Richard Anderson reconvened the meeting. Council member Lula Price, PWD Mike Ventling and Chief of Police Ralph Dawson were present.

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

Minutes: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to approve the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of March 6, 2017. Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collection history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of the Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling. Discussion held on fuel tanks for shop, shop garage doors, gravel on road to lagoons and windows for shop. Did receive the confined air space breathing equipment. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to purchase fuel tanks and fuel. Approved unanimously. Ventling will get prices for garage door repairs. Getting bids for gravel. Motion by Miller and seconded Nottingham to approve PWD report. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson. Discussion held on welfare checks, trespass, vandalism, agency assists, domestic issues, animal control, assaults, person too sleepy to drive took a break at the park, report of truancy, air soft pistol found at school, speeding,

no motor vehicle insurance, suspended license, vehicle registration expired and unsafe vehicle operation. Mileage sheet included. Turned in purchase order for practice ammo for month of March for $25. DJ Allen thanked officer Dawson for helping sleepy person to take a break at the park. Tim Nottingham thanked officer Dawson for spending more time on the highway. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to accept police report as presented. Approved unanimously. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to accept the purchase order for practice ammo for the month of March 2017. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: None

Correspondence: Mayor Anderson discussed correspondence from MMIA employee benefit program anticipating a 3.9% preliminary medical rate adjustment. Mayor discussed letter from Fromberg Business Association dated March 3, 2017, regarding letter from them dated November 22, 2016. Letter was read and response was given verbally at next meeting. Randy Wike asked why hard copy of that letter not in correspondence file in clerks office. Mayor said he read his response into the record verbally. Attorney Freeman said she has found nothing that requires it to be in writing. Attorney Freeman said it has been recorded is available and the mayor responded. Discussion held on video camera. Mayor Anderson summarized a letter received from Tammy Taylor regarding council approval for a Kevlar vest in the amount of $1000. for Chief Dawson at Town Council Meeting on March 6, 2017 and his duties as an officer. Discussion held.

Business Application – Elton Kirtley: Mr. Kirtley said he would like to have several art fairs with some different artists joining him setting up in the park or his yard May 27 through May 29, July 14 through July 16 and August 26th  for Fromberg Days. Discussion held. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to approve this business license application and no charge for the vendors on August 26th for Fromberg Days. Approved unanimously.

Floodplain Permit #17-01, Town of Fromberg: Mayor Anderson is the Floodplain Administrator for the Town of Fromberg. These forms were filled out with the help of Great West Engineering for well water project. Mayor Anderson explained the documents to persons in attendance. Discussion held.  Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve the Floodplain Permit with the variance  for the Town of Fromberg. Approved unanimously.

Update Meter Reading Hardware and Software: The Mastermeter equipment will cost about $20,000.

Discussion held.

Vehicle Parking – Discussion: Discussion held on persons having multiple vehicles and letting them sit. Discussion on junk vehicle ordinance.

Call For Growth Policy Study Commission:  Discussion held. Growth Policy Committee sign up will be on counter in office at Town Hall of Fromberg for persons to join in.

Spring Cleanup: Clerk has checked with Republic Services. Dates for Spring Cleanup will be Friday, April 21, Saturday, April 22 and Sunday April 23, 2017. With Bridger doing their cleanup the weekend after ours and both towns share both weekends per Republic Services.

Old Business: Mayor Anderson gave update on sewer lagoon project regarding gravel and water line.

Public Comment: (For those items NOT on the agenda): Marge Taylor asked about new subdivision. Mayor said possibly on the the hill. But owner has to go through the county on that. Discussion on new cement parking blocks on main street.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, May 1, 2017, at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for May 1, 2017

Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Tim Nottingham and Shirley Miller. Council member Lula Price 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 Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to accept the agenda as written. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Clerk to change the spelling Wilma to Wilm of the April 3 meeting notes. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Nottingham to approve the meeting notes and  minutes of the regular town council meeting of April 3, 2017, as corrected. Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, Valley Federal Credit Union bank statement, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Discussion held on replacement of three broken windows at town shop with a bid of $810 for just glass replacement. Discussion held on two day class at Bozeman Public Works Department by Montana Rural Water on valves and hydrants to be held May 23rd and 24th with a cost of $300. Discussion on opening of bids on water well system in Billings at Great West Engineering on Thursday May 4. Discussion held on old valves at bulk water system. Great West would like to have a special meeting in Fromberg at 7 P.M. on May 15th .  They will have their recommendation for the bids for the water project. Mayor Anderson told council Nate Wilm is no longer with the town. He took another position. Discussion on meter reading system. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on welfare checks, theft of fuel, vandalism at bulk water plant, agency assists, domestic issues, animal control, alleged assault, UA on 15 year old male, transport of prisoner for town court, assisted elderly male who had fallen and could not get up, speeding citations, no insurance citations, no drivers license and  registration citations, parking warnings and U-Turn warnings. Complaint of dumpster on North Street parked on the street needs to be moved. Discussion held on diagonal parking. Discussion on trainings attended and upcoming trainings. Mileage sheet included. Officer Dawson has been requested to present “flag etiquette” to Cub Scouts in Bridger in May. Turned in purchase orders for practice ammo of $25.00 and  reimbursement of 3.50 for lunch for prisoner for the month of  April 2017. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve the  police report and the purchase orders for $25. and $3.50.  Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee – Cox / Van Rooyen: Annette Anderson said the zoning committee has approved the log home at 102 Lovers Lane for Joshua Cox. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this zoning permit. Approved unanimously.  Annette Anderson said the zoning committee has also approved the new mobile home at 201 Blewett Drive for Janna VanRooyen and is HUD approved. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to approve this zoning permit. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: Clerk gave to council correspondence from MMIA liability, property program, workers compensation program and employee benefits program preliminary rates for the year  2017/2018 to review for next years budget.  Attorney Freeman gave to council Criminal Justice Agency Audit Report which was held on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 of the Fromberg/Joliet/Bridger city attorney's offices, focusing on policy compliance. This audit found they were in full compliance with all areas audited. Discussion held on letter found in town hall drop box with no signature asking about zoning for someone building onto their house on School Street. Mayor Anderson and council member Miller said drove by and no issues. Not adding a just wheel chair ramp.

Advertising for Public Works Employee: Discussion held. Will wait to advertise.

Review Proposed Ordinance to Police Department Title 2 – Chapter 3: Handouts given to council. Attorney Freeman said she and Mr. Nottingham went through the ordinances regarding the police department were antiquated and added language which is in bold. What is in red is proposed to be taken out of the current ordinances. What is in bold is what they want to amend or add to the current ordinances. One ordinance can change the language from Town Marshall to Chief of Police in all the current chapters. Defined what Reserve Officers are and what qualifications are necessary. Gave to council for review and if nothing more to be added or deleted she will put them in ordinance form instead of code form. Clerk to post the changes. Attorney Freeman said can have first reading at the next meeting in June and second reading in July at council meetings. Mayor asked for comments.

Review Proposed Police Department Policy, MLEA Handbook: MLEA is Montana Law Enforcement Academy. Handouts of addendum’s were given out for our own police department from Nottingham and his committee. Discussion held. Council will review and will be on the agenda at the next meeting.

Old Business:  Ventling asked for council approval for class in Bozeman on May 23rd and 24th at a cost of $300. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this class. Approved unanimously. Discussion held on Fromberg Days to be held August 26th. Anyone planning to have an ''Event'' selling alcohol, example: street dance or alcohol at the horse shoe pits in the park, needs to fill out a Special Event Policy Application 45 days prior to the event and have at council meeting for approval. Discussion held.

Public Comment: (For those items not on the agenda) Jerry Hall discussed small children riding bikes in the street on  School Street who live in trailer house.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, June 5, 2017 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 June 5, 2017

Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Lula Price and Tim Nottingham. Council member 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 Price and seconded by Nottingham to accept the agenda as written. Approved unanimously.

Minutes: Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to approve the minutes of the regular town council meeting of May 1, 2017, as corrected. Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Discussion held on broken curb stops which need to be replaced, two fire hydrants which need to be put in, 1,000 feet of water line from River Street to the lagoon to be put in and five main connections to the water and sewer lines to be put in. Discussion on helper for public works. Skid steer has leak on right rear wheel. Carbon Equipment gave rough estimate of  $1500. for repair. Discussion held on cost of 10 parking blocks at $45. each and eight pillar blocks. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on welfare checks, theft with unknown date of loss, vandalism phone box at museum, agency assists, open container, domestic issues, animal control pit bull chasing bicycle, irate patron at US Post Office, domestic issues, speeding citations, parking issues and U-Turn warning. Discussion on trainings attended and upcoming trainings. Mileage sheet included.  Turned in purchase orders for practice ammo of $25.00 for the month of May 2017. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to approve the police report and purchase order for ammo for $25. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: Bill Rivers said he is resigning from the zoning committee.  Council thanked him for his years of service. Annette Anderson said the zoning committee has approved the zoning permit for Mark Van Rooyen for new pole type building for storage and parking at 320 East River Street. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve this zoning application. Approved unanimously. A sign up sheet will be placed on the town hall counter for persons interested to be on the zoning committee.

Correspondence: Clerk gave to council correspondence from Montana Department of Transportation giving amounts of state fuel tax allocations, Montana Department of Labor & Industry with unemployment tax rates for fiscal year 2018  (7-1-2017 thru 6-30-2018), Republic Services contract rate adjustment starting 7-1-17 and Carbon County Sheriff's Office dispatch services rates for fiscal year 2017-2018.  Attorney Freeman asked if town had received a letter from Alex Nixon regarding Victim Rights Advocate position they are seeking to fund full time for $2500. per year.  The answer was no.

Attorney Freeman stated she is working on revamping curfew and animal control ordinances.

Desiree Freitas – Horseshoe Tournament: Mrs. Freitas asked council to lift the alcohol ban in the park at the horseshoe tournament during Fromberg Days August 26th from noon to 8 PM. No sales of alcohol will happen just own coolers and beer (BYOB). Discussion held.  Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to lift the alcohol ban from noon to 8 PM  at the horseshoe tournament on August 26th. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 265 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code Title 2-Administration And Personnel, Chapter 3 Police Department. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. Question and comment period was held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance  first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 266 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-11 Powers And Duties Of Police Chief. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. No questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 267 – An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-12 Powers Of Town Marshall In Its Entirety. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. No questions or comments. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 268 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-14 Records Of Traffic Violations. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. No questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 269 – An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-15 Emergency And Experimental Regulations. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. No questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 270 – An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-22 Direction Of Traffic. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. Discussion held. No other questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 271 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-23 Special Policeman. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. No questions or comments. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 272 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-31 Disposal Of Unclaimed Property. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. Discussion held. Unclaimed sold property funds would be deposited into the general fund. No other questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 273 – An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-33 List Of Property Sold. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. Discussion held. No other questions or comments. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

Ordinance # 274- An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 231 (Floodplain And Floodway Management Ordinance For Communities With Designated Floodways) Of The Fromberg Municipal Code To Cite Current Floodplain Insurance Study. Attorney Hope Freeman read this ordinance aloud as first reading. Discussion held. No questions or comments. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance first reading. Approved unanimously.

MLEA Model Policy Handbook: Attorney Hope Freeman and Mayor Anderson discussed the list of addendum’s given to council from Tim Nottingham heading up the Police Policy Committee formed but no public notices posted in town anywhere for all the public to attend. Discussion held. Nottingham going to check with Angela at MMIA and will discuss at next council meeting. Officer Dawson gave handouts to council referring his remarks on the addendum’s. Discussion held. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Price to adopt the MLEA Model Policy Handbook. Approved unanimously.

Fromberg Water Well Update – Bid Recommendations: Mayor Anderson read aloud letter from Great West Engineering regarding the water well and bulk water station rebids. Mr. Hanson is checking on  contractors references then a special meeting will be set up soon.

Preliminary Budget:  Mayor Anderson handed out budget worksheet data as of May 20, 2017. Discussion held. Officer Dawson handed out his budget for Fromberg police department.  Discussion on Local Government Workshop in Billings. Discussion held on purchase of parking blocks and pillar blocks. Discussion on new fire hydrant. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve $1000. the purchase of 10-12 small cement blocks and 8 big blocks for the town. Approved unanimously.  Discussion held on skid steer repair with a rough estimate of $1500. by Carbon Equipment. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve the repair of the skid steer. Approved unanimously.

Advertising for Public Works Employee: Discussion held. Attorney Freeman said run ad for full time employee for public works.  Mayor Anderson will advertise for two weeks for a full time employee for public works.

Old Business: Mayor Anderson said sign up sheet for Growth Policy on counter at town hall and about four signatures on it. Mayor called the state and Gus Byrum developing new packet and will get out mid July. Mayor Anderson will get to persons on the list by email. Discussion held on garbage can in front of The Little Cowboy Bar. Mayor said contract he made with Republic Services involves cans on main street to be emptied. Clerk had called Republic Services and secretary said no. Clerk to pull contract for Mayor Anderson. Discussion held about other garbage cans not being serviced. Discussion on pot hole at top of hill by Mine Spur Road.

Public Comment: (For those items not on the agenda) Niki Elliott asked how many days for fireworks during 4th of July. Usually day of the 4th  unless special request. Discussion held on water in ditch on main street.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, July 3, 2017 if have a quorum. If no quorum then July 10, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for July 10, 2017

Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Lula Price, 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 stated  Attorney Freeman suggested to move Public Comment (for those items NOT on the agenda) up on the agenda so persons do not have to wait till end of meeting for public comment. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to suspend the second reading of  all ordinances relating to the police department which are Ordinances # 265 through Ordinance # 273 which are agenda items #13 through #21. Four ayes. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to suspend agenda item #23 Addendums to MLEA Model Policy Handbook until he has time to review this. Approved unanimously. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve the agenda as amended. Approved unanimously.

Public Comment (For those items Not on the agenda): Roger Steffen from Edgar asked council approval to have shaved ice cart in park for Fromberg Days August 26th. Mayor said no fees for vendors during Fromberg Days. Council approved. Discussion on mosquito abatement.

Minutes: Discussion on curbstops. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes of the regular town council meeting of June 5, 2017.  Approved unanimously. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve the minutes of the special town council meeting of June 21, 2017. Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements and Valley Federal Credit Union bank statement, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Miller and seconded by Price to accept the clerk report. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Had to replace the front tire on the dump truck cost $300. plus for new tire as it exploded. Discussion held on asphalt zipper to repair streets and try to get demo set up. Ventling said need roller. Ventling said Gillette has one for $3,750. Discussion held. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on trespass, theft, criminal mischief, theft of motor vehicle by juvenile, agency assists, open container on West River Street, dog bite person went inside fence where they should not have been, report of injured deer, call out neighbor issues, noise complaint, served subpoena, issued weed warnings, tent camper at town park no facilities to support, landlord tenant issues, negligent endangerment went to youth court, complaint of fire attended and controlled, complaint of unlicensed driver, parking issues and complaint of dirt bikes on East River Street. Discussion on trainings attended and upcoming trainings and stated vacation days taken. Mileage sheet included.  Turned in purchase order for practice ammo of $25.00 for the month of June 2017. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to approve the police report and purchase order for ammo for $25 for months of June and July. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: Nothing.

Correspondence: Clerk gave to council correspondence from Commissioner of Political Practices with verification of candidates running for city offices.

Julia Jones – Republic Services: Discussion held on garbage services. She requested customers to have their garbage cans out by 6 A.M. if driver starts early. Clerk to call her to set up dates for fall cleanup.

Meter Reading Hardware and Software: Discussion held. Town has money in the water reserve account to fund this with Mastermeter for $25,000. We can take $25,000. out of the water reserve account and transfer it into the water account to pay for this upgraded computer and software. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve the purchase of the new meter reading hardware and software. Approved unanimously.

Public Works Employee: Discussion held. New person will be on 9 month probation period with starting pay at $13.00 per hour then after probation period will go to $14.00 per hour. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to hire full time public works employee at Mike Ventlings recommendation. Three ayes from Price, Perkins and Nottingham. Miller abstained. Motion carries.

Ordinance # 274- An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 231 (Floodplain And Floodway Management Ordinance For Communities With Designated Floodways) Of The Fromberg Municipal Code To Cite Current Floodplain Insurance Study. Second reading. Attorney Hope Freeman read this second reading of Ordinance #274 aloud. No questions or comments. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to accept second reading of Ordinance #274. Approved unanimously.

Review Of  Revisions To Animal Control Ordinances: Attorney Freeman suggested council review and make suggestions or changes. Would like to have an act of discussion before changes made. Discussion held. Copy will be on counter at Town Hall for review.

Fiscal Year Budget: Mayor Anderson gave handouts and budget was discussed. Council will have budget workshop open to the public Wednesday July 19 at 7 PM.

Old Business: Growth Policies from other towns will be on counter at Town Hall for review from other towns. Mark Vargas asked about vehicles on 3rd Street being a nuisance. Discussion held.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, August 7, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for July 24, 2017

Minutes For The Special Town Council Meeting

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

The purpose of this meeting is to consider Bond Resolutions.

Resolution #466 – A Resolution of the Town of Fromberg, Carbon County, Montana, relating to the refinancing of improvements to the Town's water system; authorizing the issuance and sale and defining the terms and the manner of payment of the Town's $481,000 water system refunding revenue bond

(DNRC drinking water revolving loan program) Series 2017; and creating special funds and accounts for the administraton of money derived therefrom: Mayor Anderson read the header of this resolution aloud and this resolution was explained. There were no questions or comments. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to accept Resolution #466 as presented. Approved unanimously.

Resolution #467 – Resolution relating to the issuance by the Town of Fromberg of its $343,000 water system revenue bonds (DNRC drinking water state revolving loan program), consisting of $171,800 subordinate lien taxable Series 2017A Bond and $171,800 Series 2017 B Bond; authorizing the issuance and fixing the terms and conditions thereof as a supplemental resolution to Resolution #466. Mayor Anderson read the header of this resolution aloud and this resolution was explained. There were no questions or comments. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to accept Resolution #467 as presented.

Approved unanimously.

Resolution #468 – A Resolution directing the installation and the acquisition and construction of improvements to the wastewater system of the Town of Fromberg, Montana, authorizing and directing the issuance and sale of the Town's wastewater system revenue bond $912,000 Series 2017, to finance and pay for a portion of the costs of the foregoing, providing the terms of such bond and creating special funds and accounts and pledging certain revenues as the sole sources of security and payment for such bond.  Mayor Anderson read the header of this resolution aloud and this resolution was explained. There were no questions or comments. Motion by Miller and seconded by Perkins to accept Resolution #468 as presented. Approved unanimously.

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

Minutes for August 7, 2017

Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Lula Price, 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 Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve the agenda as written. Approved unanimously.

Public Comment (For those items Not on the agenda): Leza Vargas asked for clarification on ditch rights and water rights. Discussion held. Josh Jabalera from Midwest Assistance Program held discussion on income survey they did so town could get CDBG grant money for lagoons. He also discussed possible

personnel cut backs and stated to keep employees full time as will be even busier than ever with new upgrades coming. Nottingham asked Mayor Anderson about third party investigator regarding complaints that have come into to town for town employees. Mayor Anderson said he has not had any formal complaints but has had verbal complaints and does investigate and discuss with person involved. Mayor Anderson said town has had two special meetings to discuss it. Discussion held.

Minutes: Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to approve the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of July 10, 2017.  Approved unanimously. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve the minutes of the Special Town Council Meeting of July 24, 2017. Approved unanimously.

Bills: Miller asked Ventling about the Town and Country bill for new tires for the dump truck. This bill was for one tire that had blown out. Clerk explained this total bill was split out into several different accounts. Discussion held on lawn sweeper. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to accept the bills as presented. Approved unanimously.

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Nottingham had questions on billing journal summary in utility billing. Discussion held. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to accept the clerk report. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling:Ventling stated will do street pothole repairing right now. Discussion held on new meter reading system from HD which is about 6 to 8 weeks out. Discussion held on water line to lagoon, parking blocks, street repairs and equipment and asphalt zipper. Asphalt runs about $50. a ton. Looking at about three dump-truck loads which is 15 ton over the next several weeks to do repairs. Tim and men from Bridger coming over next week. Mayor said can spend $5,000 to $6,000 on asphalt.  Discussion held. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to accept PWD report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Police report by Chief Ralph Dawson: Discussion held on trespass, theft, destruction of property, agency assists, suspicious vehicle, MIP 15 year old female, report of drunk driver, dog harassing goats and chickens, bear sighting, horses out, dog into rabbits, dogs at large, transport 15 year old female to youth detention, verbal threats, fireworks complaints, report of marijuana grow unfounded, vin inspection, parking issues and U Turn issues. Discussion on training attended and upcoming trainings. Mileage sheet included. Need new tires and getting bids. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to approve the police report. Approved unanimously.

Zoning Committee: Nothing.

Correspondence: Clerk gave to council confirmation dates for Fall Cleanup. Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 13, 14 and 15. Mayor Anderson said town received a letter from Attorney Freeman stating her last day with the town will be September 30, 2017. She has been with the town as our attorney for eight years. Mayor Anderson thanked her for all the work she has done. Mayor Anderson said the town will be needing to advertise for a new town attorney.

Mark and Leza Vargas – Barley Field: Mark and Leza Vargas gave to council a Buy-Sell Agreement to consider the purchase the Barley Field. Discussion held. The council will review. Attorney Freeman said it is alright for council to meet on this topic and post as a special meeting then call an executive session to discuss.

Tammy Taylor – Water Well At 123 1st Avenue: Cyrill Hergenrider was present for Tammy Taylor. Mayor Anderson said do not need to get town  permission need to call well driller and he sends paperwork to the state.

Poll Election: Mayor Anderson read the letter from the Carbon County Election Administrator asking if town would like to vote poll election or mail-in ballot election. Discussion held. Motion by Miller and seconded by Price for mail-in balloting election. Approved unanimously. Mayor Anderson read aloud Resolution #469 A Resolution To Establish The Method Of Holding The Municipal Elections Of  The Town Of  Fromberg, Montana. All signaled with an Aye. No one opposed. Approved unanimously.  Clerk to fax Resolution # 469 to Carbon County Election Administrator in Red Lodge.

Review Of  Revisions To Animal Control Ordinances: Attorney Freeman suggested council review the revisions and make suggestions or changes. Would like to have an act of discussion before changes made. Discussion held. Copy will be on counter at Fromberg Town Hall for review and will be on agenda at next council meeting in September.

Ordinance #265 Through Ordinance #273 Second Reading: Mayor Anderson read aloud as second  reading Ordinance # 265 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code Title 2  Administration And Personnel, Chapter 3 Police Department. Discussion held. Motion by Price and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously. Attorney Hope Freeman read aloud as second reading Ordinance # 266 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-11 Powers And Duties Of Police Chief. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance. Discussion held. Yea by Price. Yea by Perkins. Nay by Nottingham. Abstain by Miller. Motion passes. Mayor Anderson read aloud as second reading Ordinance # 267 An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-12 Powers Of Town Marshall In Its Entirety. No questions or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously. Council member Miller read aloud as second reading Ordinance #268 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-14 Records Of Traffic Violations. No questions or comments. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously. Council member Price read aloud as second reading Ordinance #269 An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-15 Emergency And Experimental Regulations. No questions or comments. Motion by Price and seconded by Miller to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously. Attorney Hope Freeman read aloud as second reading Ordinance # 270 An Ordinance Repealing Fromberg Code 2-3-22 Direction of Traffic. No questions or comments. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously. Attorney Hope Freeman read aloud as seconded reading Ordinance # 271 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-23 Special Policeman. No questions or comments. Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously.

Attorney Hope Freeman read aloud as second reading Ordinance # 272 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-31 Disposal Of Unclaimed Property. No question or comments. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve this resolution. Approved unanimously. Attorney Hope Freeman read aloud as second reading Ordinance #273 An Ordinance Amending Fromberg Code 2-3-33 List Of Property Sold. No questions or comments. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve this ordinance. Approved unanimously.

Fiscal Year Budget: Council will have budget workshop open to the public Wednesday, August 16 at 7 PM. Motion by Miller and seconded by Price to defer discussion on budget until budget workshop on Wednesday, August 16.

Old Business: Mike Ventling discussed diverting traffic on 3rd Street during construction. Discussion held.

Next Regular Town Council Meeting Date: Monday, September 11, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall of Fromberg.

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

Minutes for October 2, 2017

Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Anderson  called for a moment of silence for the victims and families of the Las Vegas Massacre. Town council members present: Jim Perkins, Lula Price, 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 Price and seconded by Perkins to approve the agenda as written. Approved unanimously.

Public Comment (For those items Not on the agenda): Tammy Taylor discussed the water rates of other towns which she pulled off the internet and gave a handout to clerk to give to council. Randy Wike discussed letters they (the.fromberg.advocacy.com) received from the town. He also discussed letters given to the town which were not received by them and he is curious as to what happened to those letters because they have them. He asked if town functions under Roberts Rules of Orders and they mayor said yes. Mr. Wike discussed sargent at arms, times he thought police chief had removed people from meetings and employee handbook.

Minutes: Motion by Perkins and seconded by Price to approve the minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of September 11, 2017. Approved unanimously. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to approve the minutes of the 7 PM Special Town Council Meeting of September 18, 2017. Approved unanimously. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Perkins to approve the minutes of the 7:15 PM Special Town Council Meeting September 18, 2017. Approved unanimously. Motion by Price and seconded by Perkins to approve the 7:30 Budget Workshop Notes of September 18, 2017. Approved unanimously. Motion by Nottingham and seconded by Miller to approve the minutes of the Special Town Council Meeting of September 21, 2017. Approved unanimously.

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

Employee Reports:

Clerk report was read aloud by town clerk. Council received usage/billing summary, billing journal summary, accounts receivable summary, collections history, tax voucher detail, revenue voucher detail, combined check register, copy of Bank of Bridger bank statements, statement of expenditure budget vs actual and statement of revenue budget vs actual as reports. Motion by Miller and seconded by Nottingham to accept the clerk report as presented. Approved unanimously.

Public works report by Mike Ventling: Had to shut water off for a couple of hours while repairing water leak on Lovers Lane as water was coming up thru the street and did tie in for gentleman building log cabin. Weather permitting as authorized by mayor will put down 100 tons of asphalt on Lovers Lane. Discussion held on windows and doors for to