Blaine County

The board reviewed financial reports and discussed the expansion of the Library of Things to include items such as medical equipment and technology. Discussions included logistics for a proposed snack program, a status update on inventory discrepancies, the installation of locks on a display cabinet, and the creation of memorial plaques. The board reviewed attendance at the Montana Library Association Conference and a visit from a Montana State Library consultant. Additionally, the Collection Management policy was revised, summer reading program planning was outlined, and a training session on inventory and BCA reports was provided.

The Harlem Public Library's strategic plan outlines its commitment to providing equitable and inclusive services, a welcoming environment, and diverse resources for enjoyment, lifelong learning, enrichment, and inspiration. Key strategic pillars include implementing sustainable funding, increasing public awareness of the library and its services, and providing comprehensive community support through programming, outreach, and collaboration. Additionally, the plan focuses on ensuring continuous education for the library board, improving the library building, preparing for succession, and developing a technology plan for hardware and software updates.

The commissioners held a series of meetings involving department updates from the Road/Bridge Supervisor, Sheriff, County Attorney, and DES. Key discussion topics included the management of ARPA and LATC funds, County Health Department initiatives, internal business operations, employment reviews, budget transfers, tax abatements, and claims. Specific sessions were dedicated to the Cow Island Trail and Lloyd Road preservation, a Clerk and Treasurer monthly meeting, and a public hearing regarding the Cattle Guard Petitions 825 and 826, which included a subsequent vote. Additionally, the agenda covered a SECC Partners situational awareness virtual meeting.

The document outlines the scheduled activities and discussion topics for the Commissioners' sessions spanning Friday, March 6, 2026, through Thursday, March 12, 2026. Key agenda items consistently include discussions with the Road/Bridge Supervisor, Sheriff, County Attorney, and DES representative regarding ARPA Funds/LATC Funds and County Health Department matters. Other recurrent topics scheduled for review and action across multiple days involve Internal Business, Employment Review, Budget Transfers, Tax Abatements, and Claims. A specific event, a New Maintenance Supervisor Meet and Greet, is scheduled for Wednesday at 3:00 P.M., and a SECC Partners Situational Awareness Call is scheduled for Thursday at 10:00 A.M. The board reserves the right to adjust these schedules and noted that public comment on matters within their jurisdiction will be heard.