Patrick Benson

The key discussions and business for the meeting centered on a variance request from the Red Lodge Area Community Foundation for the Schuyler Commons multi-family housing development, specifically regarding relaxation of setback requirements for the second phase. The Board was also scheduled to discuss and potentially recommend action to the County Commission regarding the Carbon County Growth Policy and the Carbon County Subdivision Regulations. Public hearings included the variance request and general discussions on the Growth Policy and Subdivision Regulations updates.

The meeting included a roll call and the unanimous re-election of current officers, with Gordy Hill as Chairperson. The main business focused on two key areas: the RnR Elk Resort Subdivision (Amended Plat of Lot 10), which involved discussions on water usage, lot sizes, and the proposal to add a condition regarding shared wells; and the Carbon County Growth Policy, which saw extensive public comment concerning development guidelines, agricultural land protection, water availability, and the need for updated data. The board voted to recommend Commissioner's approval for the subdivision. Discussions also took place regarding the March meeting agenda and future discussion of the Subdivision Regulations.

The agenda for the meeting includes sections for the Pledge of Allegiance, a Public Comment Period on matters within the Commissioners' jurisdiction, a session dedicated to the County Attorney, and a Consent Agenda section. Contact information for obtaining copies of documents is also provided.

The key discussion items for the Commissioners' meeting include the approval and hiring authorization related to a new Finance Clerk position, which requires segregating payroll processing from HR duties. A major item is the resolution regarding the Notice of Intent to Amend the Resolution Establishing the Carbon County Fair Commission, intended to optimize facility rental management and address funding for maintenance. Other agenda items include reports from the County Attorney and Consent Agenda items, as well as the Airport Board Meeting.

The meeting addressed several key items including the election of officers for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Executive Secretary. Business focused on the RnR Elk Resort Subdivision, Amended Plat of Lot 10, for which a recommendation of approval with conditions was discussed and ultimately recommended to the County Commission. The Board also discussed the Carbon County Growth Policy, with a public hearing scheduled for the draft, and held discussions on Subdivision Regulations. Audience communication raised concerns regarding water rights, irrigation, septic systems, construction traffic, and potential short-term rentals for the subdivision proposals.