Absarokee Water And Sewer District

The board reviewed the Manager's Report, formally adopted the BMS pay system, and authorized sending a letter to the DEQ regarding a proposed solid waste site to ensure water table protection.

The board discussed the manager's report, including the authorization for the implementation of a water rationing plan. Old business items included monitoring water levels at Rosebud Creek for engineering assessments and identifying potential production well sites at the Yerger, Abattoir location while addressing land acquisition requirements. Additionally, the board held a preliminary discussion regarding the potential transition of the local sewer system to the district, although no formal consensus was reached and the matter was tabled for future consideration.

The board discussed the Manager's Report, including plans for building a new boardroom table. Old business included the signing of a new contract amendment for infrastructure projects and a detailed review of project schedules and grant fund utilization, with concerns raised regarding the timeline and potential costs. Additionally, the board reviewed and subsequently denied a proposal from Nemont regarding a cell tower on district property.

The Board reviewed and accepted the Manager's Report, which confirmed that all monthly water samples tested good. Key discussions included a potential 30-year land lease agreement with Nemont for antenna placement, with the Board requesting further clarification on tower placement and road maintenance responsibilities. Additionally, the Board discussed strategies for acquiring or approving a 100-foot exclusion zone on neighboring properties to facilitate the development of new wells.

The board approved a motion to reorder the agenda to address old business before financial reports. Financial and payroll reports were reviewed and accepted. The manager's report covered positive monthly water sample test results and detailed an accident at the Whitely driveway, resulting in a decision to pay for damages out of pocket rather than filing an insurance claim. In old business, the board approved the replacement of a tank house pump. New business included a discussion regarding the acquisition of a projector system for Teams meetings, for which the manager was authorized to proceed.