Dustin E. Lensing

The meeting agenda includes a consent item regarding the Findings of Fact for the Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision. The discussion portion of the meeting will focus on the review and consideration of mayoral recommendations for appointments to various advisory boards, including the Parks Board and the TIF Advisory Committee. The meeting also includes standard administrative reports from the Mayor, City Attorney, and City Manager.

The board meeting agenda focused on the presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including a call for a public hearing on the park assessment. Additionally, the board considered the approval of the final design for a dog park at Henson Park, with discussions regarding gravel trail accessibility and City-led construction of vehicle access approaches.

The meeting was held to suspend standard council rules in order to honor outgoing Mayor Russell C. Nelson for his 22 years of service to the City of Belgrade. The council proceedings included a ceremonial exchange of the gavel between the outgoing mayor and the mayor-elect, followed by an official adjournment.

The council discussed and approved a contribution to the MSU Local Government Center, appointed a new council member for Ward 1, and granted a conditional use permit for a casino. Additionally, the council approved a final plat for West Post Phase 3, authorized the first reading of a zoning text amendment for a new Master Planned Community district, and authorized a design-build agreement for the Belgrade Justice Center. Other items included the adoption of annual board and committee appointments, appointments to the Board of Adjustment, and the approval of the 2026 meeting calendar.

This document outlines the strategic initiatives and future direction for the Belgrade Library & Community Center. It details past key milestones, community impact through diverse programs for all age groups, and library statistics. The plan identifies future projects focused on expanding youth literacy and early learning, introducing new adult workshops and community events, enhancing collection development, and integrating new Makerspace tools. It also includes initiatives for community engagement, service expansion, and operational improvements.