Keith Aune

The board discussed proposed amendments to the zoning regulations, specifically focusing on building height requirements and roof designs for the Downtown Business District. A motion was passed to recommend these amendments to the City Council. Additionally, the board voted to recommend the approval of the Neighborhood Business District chapter to the City Council.

The meeting included reports on upcoming training sessions covering truck checks, driving, pumping, and water rescue. Agenda items focused on the upcoming elections for the Chief and Assistant Chief positions. General discussions involved preparations for the 4th of July celebrations and the scheduled flushing of city hydrants.

The City Council meeting included a public comment session from a candidate running for District 3 County Commissioner. The consent agenda items included the processing of various city claims, payments related to the Three Forks Rodeo Arena, and financial reporting regarding pledged securities. Additionally, the Council addressed draw packets for the Water Project and the Jefferson River Flood Mitigation Project.

The council discussed various operational and financial items, including public comments regarding candidacy for county commissioner. A consent agenda was approved, covering city and rodeo arena claims, previous minutes, and various grant and project draw packets. The City Clerk reported on attendance at a municipal training conference. The budget committee provided an update regarding the selection of a workers' compensation provider, revenue projections, and potential employee salary adjustments. Additionally, the council reviewed a proposed purchase of a highway vehicle stabilization kit for the fire department, with concerns raised regarding its cost-effectiveness, maintenance requirements, and limited scope of use.

The committee discussed the selection of workers' compensation agents following changes to the MMIA program, with a preference for an agent with experience to assist with claims. Additionally, the committee reviewed the city's current revenues and expenditures, noting budget variances related to property taxes, law enforcement contracts, rodeo expenses, fire impact fees, 5G ordinance legal costs, facility maintenance, and salary budget calculations.