Paul Wagenaar

The meeting included a staff update regarding Council on Aging (COA) food purchases and budgetary considerations. The commissioners approved Assessor Treasurer adjustments and supplemental vouchers. Additionally, the Board discussed and approved an addendum to the buy-sell agreement and related documents for the purchase of property located at 403 N Cody in Hardin, MT, intended for renovation for the Sheriff's Office.

The meeting focused on union negotiations regarding dispatch services, covering topics such as new hire attire, training protocols, sick leave management, and probationary periods. Discussions also included the importance of competitive wages reflecting employee longevity and the standardization of first aid kit terminology. Additionally, the Board reviewed patrol vehicle mileage records and held a brief discussion regarding staffing.

The board meeting addressed several operational and administrative tasks. Key agenda items included staff and claim updates, a progress report from Kevin Gillen, and a strategic discussion regarding chemical applications for road preservation. The board conducted interviews for the Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Supervisor position, accepted resignation letters, and held a closed-door session with the County Attorney and Sheriff's office to discuss legal matters. The meeting also included a public update regarding the County Fair.

The board meeting addressed several key topics, including staffing updates regarding the Deputy County Attorney position and resignation letters. There was a discussion regarding the Coal Board grant applications and environmental impact for the YWCA Billings Gateway Horizons Domestic Violence shelter project. Additionally, the commissioners reviewed the contract for the ambulance building, specifically focusing on the guaranteed maximum price of $2.089 million and concerns over material price escalation. A decision was also finalized regarding a personnel hearing.

The board discussed staff updates regarding the dispatch center, specifically addressing CJIN and interconnectivity issues with the Hardin Police Department. Additionally, the board approved the job description and wage for the ambulance medical record and accounts receivable clerk.