Sheila Burns

The board meeting covered the approval of county bills and department reports. Planning and Zoning items included authorizing a TUP for Hamlin Water, approving Section 16 of the county ordinance regarding temporary water lines, and signing a residential building permit. Road supervisor updates involved setting road restrictions, addressing asbestos testing in a gym, and discussing equipment needs. The board conducted a bid opening for project FXP-0716(080) and subsequently awarded the contract to Central Specialties. Additionally, the Tax Assessor received authorization to outsource assessment notices.

The Board discussed and authorized payments for county bills. The County Road Supervisor provided updates on road infrastructure projects, equipment maintenance, facility demolition plans, and personnel recruitment. A new Planning and Zoning Administrator was introduced to the board. The Custodian reviewed maintenance needs, including painting and culvert installation. The Board authorized a policing contract with Powers Lake City and discussed liability concerning the Sheriff's office, including the auction of a department vehicle. Additionally, a focus group session regarding local health services was held.

The meeting agenda included a public hearing for Central Specialists. Application reviews were scheduled for a Conditional Use Permit for Central Specialists, a building permit for Dennis Dosch, and a proposal for Gary Ramsdell. Old business items included the preparation of a Data Center Ordinance and discussion regarding a Planning and Zoning Board position. New business focused on discussing regulations concerning water company line placement, the proximity of pumps, and noise occurrences.

The meeting includes public hearings for the Tande and Wheelock to Saskatchewan 230-KV Transmission Project, various application reviews including building permits and conditional use permits, and discussions on ordinances for data centers and cattle guards. New business topics involve regulations for water company lines and pump proximity, as well as an appointment for a board position at large.

The Burke County Commissioners convened to discuss various matters, including approving bills and invoices, and addressing planning and zoning updates. They reviewed a quote for updating the zoning layer in the GIS map and discussed updates to the taxation program. The board also accepted several policing contracts with different cities. Bids for the multi-community chip seal project were opened and will be reviewed. Additionally, the commissioners considered a contract for the county website and discussed revamping the county logo. They also addressed the dissolution of a recorders UCC Fund and the replacement of a server. An offer on a parcel in Portal City was discussed and approved for reappraisal and potential acceptance. Budget amendments were made, and the board affirmed Burke County's status for the NDPERS Public Safety Defined Benefit Retirement Plan. Appointments were made to the First District Health Board, and 2025 Beer & Liquor licenses were approved.