PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES TUESDAY October 1, 2024

AT HOT SPRINGS CITY HALL 109 MAIN ST, HOT SPRINGS MT 59845

MEETING ALSO HELD VIA ZOOM

Present: Weatherly, Welker, Carr, Smith, Woods, Gray

Also present: Quannah Tunis, Steven Sheffield, Steven Williams, Mike Swearingen, Jess Swearingen, Ladonna Vollmer, Scott Vollmer, Peg Winebrenner, Cody Scott, Tony Tinacci, Michele Bangen, Eric Larson, Shanna Camenzind, Curt Kruse, Ron Smerzgalski

A PUBLIC HEARING WAS BE HELD TO DISCUSS: FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-01: AN ORDINANCE ENACTING BUSINESS LICENSES TO REGULATE MEDICAL AND ADULT USE MARIJUANA BUSINESSES WITHIN THE TOWN OF HOT SPRINGS

Wood read the ordinance in its entirety. He explained the changes to the distance from churches and schools and CCD guidelines of 500 feet. Woods asked if there was any public comment. Ladonna Vollmer stated that the library is not covered by the distance requirements and that although it doesn’t affect it now, it may in the future.

Woods explained the MCA and guidelines that pertain to schools, churches and daycares.

Woods asked for any other comments, there were none.

TOWN COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY October 1, 2024

HOT SPRINGS CITY HALL 109 MAIN ST, HOT SPRINGS MT 59845

MEETING WAS ALSO HELD VIA ZOOM

CALL TO ORDER BY Mayor Woods at 7:11 p.m.

ROLL CALL Present: Weatherly, Welker, Carr, Smith, Woods, Gray

Also present: Quannah Tunis, Steven Sheffield, Steven Williams, Mike Swearingen, Jess Swearingen, Ladonna Vollmer, Scott Vollmer, Peg Winebrenner, Cody Scott, Tony Tinacci, Michele Bangen, Eric Larson, Shanna Camenzind, Curt Kruse, Ron Smerzgalski

MINUTES Smith/Weatherly 4-0 pass Gray forgot to include minutes from the Special Town Council meeting that was held in September. Those minutes will be provided prior to October council meeting.

CLAIMS Smith/ Weatherly 4-0 pass

FINANCIALS July Financials provided Smith/Carr 4-0 pass

REPORTS

MAYOR Woods explained special meeting was held to award bid for blower project. Woods and Larson each made trips to Helena to address issues at POST academy.

FIRE DEPT It is open burning October 1st Through the end of November. Burn permits are required for those burning within the city limits.

POLICE Woods read a letter received from the School commending Chief Larson for his attention to the school and assistance in school issues. Presentation of police department report provided by Chief Larson

CLERK Gray stated Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Financial Report is complete and provided a copy in council packets, however since it is not on the agenda, the AFR and adjusting entries will be on the agenda at the next meeting.

Judy Norgaard requested open container for the weekend due to Legends biker group coming in. Clerk explained she had missed the deadline for items to be added to the agenda and could possibly request a special meeting to get permission. She is not present and has not requested a special meeting. The same conversation was had with Jim Beyers.

LIBRARY Report presented by Peg Winebrenner

ZONING COMPLIANCE none at this time

PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Regular meeting was 9/26. The Board members discussed splash deck features and fund raising ideas. The movie in the park on October 11th will be Despicable Me 4.

PUBLIC COMMENT FOR EACH AGENDA ITEM WILL BE ALLOWED

OLD BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

ORDINANCE NO. 2025-01: AN ORDINANCE ENACTING BUSINESS LICENSES TO REGULATE MEDICAL AND ADULT USE MARIJUANA BUSINESSES WITHIN THE TOWN OF HOT SPRINGS Weatherly/Welker 4-0 pass Ordinance will go into effect 30 days after passing.

WATER INTERCAP LOAN PAYOFF Gray explained the amount of interest the town will pay if they continue to make payments on this loan and that there is money in the fund to pay it off. Motion to pay off loan Smith/Weatherly 4-0 pass

PUBLIC COMMENT NON-AGENDA ITEMS

Welker gave a report on spay and neuter clinic.

Kruse asked about response to a letter regarding Rete Bond property. Woods explained a waiver letter will be sent to her.

Scott Vollmer thanked the town for having the chip sealing done

ADJOURN 7:41 p.m. Weatherly/Smith 4-0 pass

Dated this ______ day of ______________, 2024

Attest___________________ Signed ___________________________