Scott Ferguson

The City Council discussed the Prickly Pear Estates Major Subdivision proposal, receiving information from the Zoning Officer and Mayor, and deliberating on public hearings. The agenda also included updates on the East Helena Superfund site, a design progress update for the new library, the East Helena Food Truck Festival, a request to hold a craft fair in Main Street Park, budget approval for the Rose Hills Subdivision infrastructure bond, an engagement letter for bond counsel services, and FY27 employee benefit elections. Additionally, the Council reviewed departmental reports from the administration, police, public works, and fire departments, and addressed payment of bills.

The council received updates from the East Helena High School Activities Director and a presentation regarding the Montana Foster Closet. Departmental reports were provided for the administration, police, and public works divisions. New business included the approval of a grant application for the East Helena Valley Rodeo Association, the authorization of a letter of support for the Eleanor Development Corporation, and a decision to deny discussion regarding the East Clark Street County Sewer and Water District interlocal agreement. Additionally, the mayor and councilmembers shared reports on recent activities, and the council approved the payment of bills.

The council received an update on East Helena soil remediation progress and community outreach plans. Departmental reports were provided, including updates on increased police call volumes, public works sewer plant construction schedules and grant agreements, and fire department inspection preparations. The council approved a facility fee waiver for a community review, authorized a task order for the design of the Upper Pressure Zone water tank and pump station, and reviewed reports regarding wastewater plant improvement public meetings and local sewer district contract negotiations. The meeting concluded with the review and approval of the payment of bills.

The council meeting addressed multiple items, including updates from the East Helena High School activities director and a presentation from the Montana Foster Closet. Key action items included a grant application for the East Helena Valley Rodeo Association, a letter of support for the Eleanor Development Corporation regarding the Rose Hills project, and an interlocal agreement for the East Clark Street County Sewer and Water District. The council also reviewed departmental reports from administration, police, public works, and the fire department, and authorized the payment of bills.

The Council meeting covered various administrative and project-related updates, including a status report on the East Helena Superfund yard remediation project. Departmental reports were presented regarding police, public works, and fire department activities. Key actions taken included the approval of Resolution 638 authorizing the General Contractor Construction Manager (GCCM) method for the Rose Hills Subdivision, authorization to apply for a Treacy Foundation grant for the East Helena Rodeo Grounds, and the approval of a use agreement and fee waiver for Kennedy Park for an upcoming community event. Additionally, the Council approved an easement agreement and amended plat for a sewer lift station, rescheduled a future meeting, received reports from the Mayor, Councilmembers, and the City Attorney, and authorized the payment of bills.