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AGENDA
CITY OF LAUREL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2020
6:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
NEXT RES. NO.
R20-40
NEXT ORD. NO.
O20-03
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government. To encourage that participation, the City Council has specified times for citizen comments on its agenda -- once
following the Consent Agenda, at which time citizens may address the Council concerning any brief community announcement
not to exceed one minute in duration for any speaker; and again following Items Removed from the Consent Agenda, at which
time citizens may address the Council on any matter of City business that is not on tonight’s agenda. Each speaker will be
limited to three minutes, unless the time limit is extended by the Mayor with the consent of the Council. Citizens may also
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Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call of the Council
Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of July 14, 2020.
Correspondence
2. Beartooth RC&D Correspondence
Council Disclosure of Ex Parte Communications
Public Hearing
3. Schedule of Fees
Consent Items
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The Consent Calendar adopting the printed Recommended Council Action will be enacted with one vote. The Mayor will
first ask the Council members if any Council member wishes to remove any item from the Consent Calendar for
discussion and consideration. The matters removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered individually at the end of
this Agenda under "Items Removed from the Consent Calendar." (See Section 12.) The entire Consent Calendar, with the
exception of items removed to be discussed under "Items Removed from the Consent Calendar," is then voted upon by roll
call under one motion.
4. Claims entered through 7/24/2020.
5. Clerk/Treasurer Financial Statements for the month of May 2020.
6. Approval of Payroll Register for PPE 7/12/2020 totaling $205,013.55.
Ceremonial Calendar
Reports of Boards and Commissions
7. Budget/Finance Committee Minutes of July 7, 2020.
Budget/Finance Committee Minutes of July 14, 2020.
Tree Board Minutes of June 18, 2020.
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Audience Participation (Three-Minute Limit)
Citizens may address the Council regarding any item of City business that is not on tonight’s agenda. Comments regarding
tonight’s agenda items will be accepted under Scheduled Matters. The duration for an individual speaking under Audience
Participation is limited to three minutes. While all comments are welcome, the Council will not take action on any item not
on the agenda.
Scheduled Matters
8. Appointment of Evan Bruce to the City/County Planning Board for a two-year term ending
June 30, 2022.
9. Resolution No. R20-40: A Resolution To Adopt An Official Schedule Of Fees And Charges
For The City Of Laurel, Repealing All Previous Resolutions That Set Fees Or Charges That
Conflict With The Schedule Attached Hereto Upon Its Effective Date.
Items Removed From the Consent Agenda
Community Announcements (One-Minute Limit)
This portion of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for citizens to address the Council regarding community
announcements. The duration for an individual speaking under Community Announcements is limited to one minute. While
all comments are welcome, the Council will not take action on any item not on the agenda.
Council Discussion
Council members may give the City Council a brief report regarding committees or groups in which they are involved.
Mayor Updates
Unscheduled Matters
Adjournment
The City makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person’s ability to
participate in this meeting. Persons needing accommodation must notify the City Clerk’s Office to make needed
arrangements. To make your request known, please call 406 -628-7431, Ext. 2, or write to City Clerk, PO Box 10, Laurel,
MT 59044, or present your request at City Hall, 115 West First Street, Laurel, Montana.
DATES TO REMEMBER
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File Attachments for Item:
Approval of Minutes of July 14, 2020.
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File Attachments for Item:
2. Beartooth RC&D Correspondence
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Beartooth RC&D Area, Inc.
Board of Director’s Meeting Agenda
12:00 P.M. – Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Beartooth RC&D Conference Room
128 S Main Street Joliet, MT
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:30 PM
Lunch
Meeting Called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Introduction of Members and Guests
Welcome- Discussion
Congressional Updates
Molly Bell (Sen. Tester)
Dan Stusek (Sen. Daines)
Casey Collins (Rep. Gianforte)
Treasurer/Financial Reports
1. Treasurer Update
2. RC&D Financials
3. RLF Financials
Executive Committee
1. Executive Committee Activity Report
2. Part Time position
Staff Reports – Program/Project updates
1. Food/Ag Program – Joel Bertolino
2. Revolving Loan Fund – Jillann Knutson
3. Economic Development/ CRDC – Steve Simonson
Regional Roundup – News and updates from regional
members on projects and activities in key CEDS categories….
(see topics on next page)
Next Beartooth RC&D Area, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting
September 17th, 2020 - Red Lodge, MT
Adjourn
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Chair
Chair, All
Chair, All
Knutson
Knutson
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Van Ballegooyen
Van Ballegooyen
Bertolino
Knutson
Simonson
Carter
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Regional Roundup
Our goals for the Roundup are to find out what’s happening in the area, keep the conversations
focused, inform the others attending the meeting, and to tie it all back to and reinforce the importance of
the CEDS. Please help us identify the projects in their area that fit into our CEDS categories:
Infrastructure
Housing
Transportation
Broadband
Economy
Upturns or downturns in industry sectors
New business openings (or closures)
Communication
Marketing and outreach
Services
Health care
Natural Resources
Agriculture
Energy
Human Capital
Workforce
Education
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Beartooth RC&D Area, Inc. Board of Director’s Meeting MINUTES January 16, 2020
1:00 pm
2:30 PM
Meeting Called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Introduction of Members and Guests
Welcome- Discussion
Approve Minutes –
November 2019 Board Meeting Minutes
Congressional Updates
Molly Bell (Sen. Tester)
Dan Stusek (Sen. Daines)
Casey Collins (Rep. Gianforte)
Treasurer/Financial Reports
4. Treasurer Update/ Audit/ Budget
5. RC&D Financials
6. RLF Financials
Executive Committee
3. Executive Committee Activity Report
4. Part Time position
5. Executive Board Resignation/ Executive Nominations
Staff Reports – Program/Project updates
4. Food/Ag Program – Joel Bertolino
5. Revolving Loan Fund – Jillann Knutson
6. Economic Development/ CRDC – Steve Simonson
Regional Roundup – News and updates from regional
members on projects and activities in key CEDS categories….
(see topics on next page)
Next Beartooth RC&D Area, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting
March 19th, 2019 - Big Horn County (DAYTIME meeting)
Adjourn
Chair
Chair, All
Chair, All
Chair
Knutson
Knutson
Knutson
Van Ballegooyen
Van Ballegooyen
Van Ballegooyen
Bertolino
Knutson
Bertolino
Carter
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Board Members Present
Ryan VanBallegooyen, Billings Job Service , Chair
Bill Foisy- City of Red Lodge
Jeffrey McDowell, Two Rivers Authority
Melanie Roe, Sweet Grass County
Don Jones-Yellowstone County Commission
Frank Ewalt, Billings City Council
Pitts DeArmond, Carbon County
Ty Hamilton, Stillwater County
Dan Lowe, Big Horn Conservation District
Dan Stusek, Sen. Daines’ Office
Maddie Alpert, Sen Jon Tester’s Office
Mike Waters- Greg Gianforte’s Office
Patrick Gill-Crow Tribe
Denis Pitman- Yellowstone County Commission
Ex-Officio/Staff/Additional Attendees:
Heidi Sparks- Guest Laurel City Council
John Ostlund- Yellowstone County Commission
Joel Bertolino
Jillann Knutson
Board Members Not Present
Clinton Giesick, Carbon Cons. District
Page Dringman, City of Big Timber
Sidney (Chip) Fitzpatrick, Big Horn Co. Commissioners
Bob VanOosten, Stillwater Conservation District
Chris Mehus, Sweet Grass Co. Conservation District
Patty Sundberg, City of Columbus
Casey Collins, US Rep Greg Gianforte’s Office
Clayton Greer, Hardin City Council
Liz Ching- MT Dept of Labor and Industry
Emily Ringer, Town of Joliet
Lorene Hintz, Big Sky EDA, SBDC
Barb Wagner, Yellowstone County Cons. Dist
Marvin Carter, City of Laurel, Vice Chair
Randy Weimer, Sibanye-Stillwater Mining
Staff
Steve Simonson- Beartooth EDD
Meeting called to order by Chairman Ryan Van Ballegooyen at 1:00 pm in the Yellowstone County Commissioners conference
room in Billings.
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Chairman VanBallegooyen gave a welcome with the Yellowstone County Commissioners and began introductions followed by the
pledge of allegiance.
Minutes from the September 2019 Board meeting were presented for approval. Jeff McDowell seconded by Ty Hamilton
approved the minutes on motion. CARRIED
Michael Waters of Representative Greg Gianforte’s office gave a report along with Dan Stusek of Senator Daines office and
Maddie Alpert of Senator Testers office.
Jillann Knutson presented the annual budget for approval following discussion there was a motion to approve by Jeff McDowell
Seconded by Ty Hamilton. CARRIED
Beartooth Financial Report/Revolving Loan Fund Report
Financial Director Jillann Knutson reported on the RC&D financials- Motion by Jeff McDowell Seconded by Melanie Roe CARRIED
Jillann Knutson reported on the Revolving Loan Fund Financials - a motion to approve was made by Ty Hamilton Seconded by Jeff
McDowell CARRIED (see reports below).
Executive Committee
Chairman Van Ballegooyen explained the executive committee’s items discusses at the December Meeting
Joel Bertolino gave a report on the hiring process for the part time position, approximately eight people had responded to the job
posting but only two resumes have been received to date. Depending on how many applications are received by February we
may need to set up a time to interview applicants with the Executive Committee.
Bertolino reported on the resignation letter received from Board Member Ken Gomer following discussion a motion was made to
accept by Bill Foisy Seconded by Jeff McDowell CARRIED
A discussion regarding nominations for the executive committee was facilitated by Ryan VanBallegooyen resulting in no minations
of Marissa Hauge for Treasurer, Marvin Carter as Vice Chairman, Ryan VanBallegooyen as Chairman and Tyler Hamilton and Jeff
McDowell as alternates a motion to accept the slate of officers was made by Bill Foisy Seconded by Jeff McDowell CARRIED
Food and Ag Director Report
Joel Bertolino presented the current Food/Ag project report and provided oral updates on major projects including the Growth
Through Ag Grant recent cycle. Updates were given on the RCPP project and the existing Growth Through Ag projects and recent
business inquiries.
Economic Development Director Report
Steve Simonson was absent but Joel Bertolino asked member to review his written report on all the projects that are currently
active for the Economic Development Director position and send in questions if they have any.
Regional Roundup
Ryan VanBallegooyen led a discussion among the attending members concerning regional activities, projects and problems
related to the several categories tracked in the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), which include
Infrastructure, Economy, Communication, Services, Natural Resources, and Human Capital.
Next Meeting: The next meeting will be in Big Horn County March 19th at 1pm
Meeting adjourned at 2:30 pm and the owner led a tour of the Stillwater Building
APPROVED:
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Beartooth Books- Reporting Ending December 2019
Budgeted Actual
%
of budgeted
Income
AG-FOOD AND AG CENTER 65,000 80,325 124%
AG-MCDC 1,000 1,070 107%
BOARD - EDA SPONSOR DUES 50,767 49,932 98%
BOARD-INTEREST INCOME 400 843 211%
BOARD-FOUNDATION MONEY 3,700 3,373 91%
RLF-STAFF REIMBURSE 18,000 0 0%
RLF-ORIG FEES 5,000 2,377 48%
CRDC 43,500 43,492 100%
FUELS-TOTAL 11,000 1,674 15%
EDA - GRANT 70,000 70,000 100%
NOT BUDGED INCOME - 11,374 0%
TOTAL INCOME 268,367 264,460 99%
Expense
TOTAL STAFF EXPENSE 210,300 190,898 91%
COMMUNICATIONS 4,000 5,018 125%
EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE 5,000 6,616 132%
CONTRACTUAL 25,000 26,693 107%
SUPPLIES 4,000 13,246 331%
TRAVEL 6,000 7,561 126%
OTHER 11,700 11,987 102%
RESERVE -
EXPENSE TOTAL 266,000 262,018 99%
Account Balances
Bank of Joliet-Building Account $4,465.79
Bank of Joliet- Savings Account $75,068.65
Bank of Joliet- Checking Account $85,618.80
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Revolving Loan Fund Books- Ending December 2019
Loan Client Review
County # of loans $ Loaned out
Big Horn 2 $177,820
Stillwater 4 $512,935
Yellowstone 8 $412,028
Carbon 4 $145,594
Sweet Grass 2 $190,789
2019 Updates
5 Loans were paid in Full
Sweet Grass County (3)
Big Horn County (2)
3 Loans were made (all 3 in Yellowstone County)
$252,525 funded
$975,738 additional money funded
4 jobs created
12 jobs retained
Bank Balances as of December 31,2019 Total available for lending
Bank of Joliet- EDA $12,960 12,690
Bank of Joliet-CDBG $165,978 165,978
Bank of Joliet- IRP $261,911 203,427
Bank of Joliet-Fromberg $29,679 29,679
$411,774
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2020 Beartooth Resource Conservation and Development Budget
Income
ITEM Income
AG-FOOD AND AG CENTER 85,007
AG-MCDC 1,000
BOARD - EDA SPONSOR DUES 51,072
BOARD-INTEREST INCOME 400
BOARD-FOUNDATION MONEY 3,700
RLF-STAFF REIMBURSE 18,000
RLF-ORIG FEES 5,000
CRDC 71,907
FUELS AND CGWG -
EDA - GRANT 70,000
TOTAL INCOME 306,086
Expense
TOTAL STAFF EXPENSE 233,104
COMMUNICATIONS 6,000
EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE 8,520
CONTRACTUAL 20,000
SUPPLIES 12,900
TRAVEL 11,080
OTHER 10,420
RESERVE
EXPENSE TOTAL 302,024
4,062
PROJECTED NET INCOME 12/31/2020
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Beartooth Books- Reporting Ending May 2020
Budgeted Actual
%
of budgeted
Income
AG-FOOD AND AG CENTER 85,007 41,543 49%
AG-MCDC 1,000 0 0%
BOARD - EDA SPONSOR DUES 51,072 42,768 84%
BOARD-INTEREST INCOME 400 183 46%
BOARD-FOUNDATION MONEY 3,700 3,390 92%
RLF-STAFF REIMBURSE 18,000 0 0%
RLF-ORIG FEES 5,000 0 0%
CRDC 71,907 28,834 40%
FUELS-TOTAL - 0 #DIV/0!
EDA - GRANT 70,000 35,000 50%
NOT BUDGED INCOME - 1,875 0%
TOTAL INCOME 306,086 153,593 50%
Expense
TOTAL STAFF EXPENSE 233,104 86,442 37%
COMMUNICATIONS 6,000 3,160 53%
EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE 8,520 3,562 42%
CONTRACTUAL 20,000 1,325 7%
SUPPLIES 12,900 5,721 44%
TRAVEL 11,080 705 6%
OTHER 10,420 7,996 77%
RESERVE -
EXPENSE TOTAL 302,024 108,911 36%
Account Balances
Bank of Joliet-Building Account $4,469.63
Bank of Joliet- Savings Account $75,171.78
Bank of Joliet- Checking Account $130,359.44
Revolving Loan Fund Books- Ending May 31, 2020
Loan Client Review
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County # of loans $ Loaned out
Big Horn 2 $175,322
Stillwater 4 $484,825
Yellowstone 8 $403,765
Carbon 4 $144,281
Sweet Grass 2 $185,043
I have 4 potential loans in various stages to get to committee. I have had a lot of interest, but
potential clients are still looking for grant money, not money that must be repaid.
We are still expecting to receive the money from Big Horn County, but that process has been stalled
due to Covid.
Overall, most of my clients have weathered the Covid storm so far!
Bank Balances as of May 31,2020 Total available for lending
Bank of Joliet- EDA $20,894 20,894
Bank of Joliet-CDBG $176,399 176,399
Bank of Joliet- IRP $310,222 255,802
Bank of Joliet-Fromberg $29,729 29,729
$482.824
Beartooth RC&D Staff Project Update
March 2020
FOOD AND AG CENTER MANAGER PROJECTS
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Beartooth FADC
Beartooth FADC Staff has been working to assist businesses with the development of Montana Department
of Ag Mini Grants, Emergency Ag Adaptability grant and MT Meat Processing Infrastructure grant programs.
Beartooth FADC has also been in contact with the Montana Ag Marketing staff on FADC conference calls
discussing their activities through the Made in Montana and other marketing programs. A discussion with
our US Senate staff has given FADC staff with a better picture of how some programs are still being
developed through the USDA Farm Services Agency to assist Farmers and Ranchers with emergency
programs that started sign ups in June. Many existing buisnesses are still trying to determine the market
environment and Beartooth staff has been able to successfully assist several with applying for assistance
through the covid related programs that are available.
On Going Projects
Business/ Project Name: Trembling Prairie Farms
Contact- Jill Herold
Location- Huntley Project, MT
Trembling Prairie Farms is producing a unique type of Ag commodity they are in the development phase of
processing into a value added product that will add value to Montana agriculture if fully developed. We have
signed a non-disclosure agreement with this business to protect their innovative intellectual property rights
but will be able to share more about the business once their concept is commercialized.
Carbon County Mud Springs Wind Development
Location- Warren, MT
Contact- Pacificorp
The wind development South of Bridger, MT began construction on schedule in March and April and are
working towards having the majority of construction completed by the December time frame.
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Business/ Project Name: 406 Bovine LLC
Contact- Bryan Elliott
Location-Laurel, MT
406 Bovine LLC has worked with Beartooth Staff due to Steve assisting in the development of a Big Sky
Trust Fund grant they have now received funding for planning, and are moving forward with the scope of
work on the project.
Midland Bull Test
Location-Columbus, MT
Contact- Melissa Kramer
Midland Bull Test has been an client of Beartooth FADC over the years as their business of testing and
marketing beef seedstock is one of the best in the nation at providing excellent data on registered bulls from
all over the nation covering multiple breeds and test carcass data and weight statistics feed consumption and
efficiency statistics. Beartooth FADC was able to assist their business with a successful Ag Adaptability
Grant for $10,000.00 in increased marketing to make the business more resilient in this new business
environment.
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Stillwater Packing Co/ Emmett’s Meats
Location- Columbus, MT
Contact- Jason Emmett
Stillwater Packing has been working through an increase in business due to the COVID 19 having shut down
some large national meat plants shifting some buyer interest to smaller plants like theirs. Beartooth FADC
staff assisted them with a proposal for funding to expand their business through the Montana Meat
Processing Infrastructure grant, if the proposal is funded it would provide over $100,000.00 towards an effort
to build more square footage for meat coolers and processing space to better accommodate the increase in
demand for locally processed animals.
Pioneer Meats
Location- Big Timber, MT
Contact- Brian Engle
Beartooth FADC staff contacted Brian Engle to see if he had a need that could be served by the new Montana
Meat Processors Infrastructure grant and he was very interested and developed and application that would
allow him to expand his meat processing business and potentially purchase another location that would
process wild meat.
Millers Custom Processing
Location- Roberts, MT
Contact- Tom Miller
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Tom Miller became a custom exempt meat processor approximately three years ago and has experienced an
increase in demand every year and a dramatic increase in demand lately for processing Beef and Pork. We
assisted him with a GTA grant two years ago that was not funded, since then he invested $30.000.00 to
expanding his cooler and freezers and is now looking to build even more cooler space and processing space
as well as upgraded equipment which would allow him to more than triple the number of animals he can
process in a week. Beartooth FADC staff has assisted him with the development of a Montana Meat
Processing Infrastructure Grant for business expansion that would help him upgrade and potentially apply for
full state inspection.
Restoration Beef Project
Contact- Jess Peterson
Restoration beef has developed a feasibility studay around building a high quality beef plant that processes
between 300-500 per day, they are in the process of developing interest and funding but are interested in the
Yellowstone Valley area.
Controlled Environments Construction
Contact- Gary Guesman
Gary Guesman is working with Big Sky EDA the Department of Ag and Beartooth FADC on their potential
300-500 head a day meat processing project they are interested in developing in the Yellowstone County
area.
Yellowstone Region Ag Sustainability Project- RCPP
Location- Huntley, MT
Contact- Dave Dougherty
The group had their last meeting in February in Huntley to set the annual deadlines for applications and
complete reporting, there was discussion about developing field tour of projects this summer in Carbon
County, the recent social distancing guidelines will require additional planning for this tour to go forward.
Becky’s Berries- Absarokee, MT
Location-Absarokee
Becky Stahl has been a client of Beartooth for several years and we last assisted her with development of an
expansion plan for her Jams, Jellies and Barbeque sauce business. She has completed construction of the
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facility.Beartooth staff has assisting Becky with the development of a Mini Grant but the funds ran out in
approximately 10 days so staff then developed a successful Ag Adaptability Grant for $9,000.00 for the
addition of a makeup air system and a commercial food processor for her new facility. Funding was also
requested for the development of labels for a new line of products and improvements to her on line ordering
presence. Becky’s Berries Website http://www.beckysberries.com/
Steve’s Economic Director’s Report July 2020 to the Beartooth R, C& D Board
The two programs I administer on behalf of the organization are listed below.
Certified Regional Development Corporation (CRDC) current work activities include:
1. Targeted Brownfields Assessment grant applications submitted to EPA for Red Lodge pea cannery building,
Joliet & Laurel affordable housing projects. Resource meetings with Kansas State University staff regarding
the pea cannery project are ongoing.
2. Two successful Big Sky Trust Fund (BSTF) grants were approved. BSTF are for the Pea Cannery and 406 Bovine
an Artificial Intelligence start up firm. 406 Bovine has since withdrawn their BSTF as the company’s attorney
had issues with the control of intellectual properties and the State’s requirements for public disclosure. I also
assisted 406 Bovine with a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grant application that is pending
approval. The USDA Rural Business Development Grant for the pea cannery is still pending approval as well.
3. My work continues on both the Yellowstone and Carbon County economic recovery teams. I’m serving on
both committees as a resource and liaison between the local groups and State/Federal organizations. I’m
participating in a series of public meetings are occurring in Yellowstone County to gain input on the draft
economic recovery plan. In addition regular outreach to other County leadership teams, Chambers of
Commerce, and economic development organizations are ongoing.
4. Business assistance to connect people and resources across the region and State is ongoing.
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Economic Development Administration (EDA) has indicated an additional $400,000 will be made available to help
our region with additional staffing over a two year period for assisting us with economic recovery efforts. The grant
application has been submitted. EDA is reviewing the work plan and Beartooth RCD should be notified about the
award any day. Focus areas for the funding include:
Hiring an independent contractor to serve as a regional economic recovery specialist that will serve our five
county region. Budgeted: $200,000
Complete an affordable housing study across the region. $100,000.
Targeted industry assistance for most impacted sectors of the economy including tourism.
$80,000.
Administration of the grant for Beartooth RCD. $20,000.
$400,000
We’re in the second year funding of a three year grant cycle from EDA for $210,000, or ($70,000/year). Under the
2019 Disaster Declaration funding with EDA, Stillwater County has received approval for a $3.1 M road rebuilding
grant with our assistance.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Simonson
Frequently Used Acronyms
BEAR – Business Expansion and Retention
BIA – Bureau of Indian Affairs
BLM – Bureau of Land Management
BRCD – Beartooth RC&D
BSEDA – Big Sky Economic Development Association
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BSTF – Big Sky Trust Fund
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant
CRDC – Certified Regional Development Corporation
CEDS – Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
CTEP – Community Transportation Endowment Program
EDA – Economic Development Administration
EDD – Economic Development District
ESRI – Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
GIS – Geographic Information Systems
GPS – Global Positioning System
HOME – Montana Home Investment Partnerships Program
HUD – US Department of Housing and Urban Development
IRP – Intermediary Relending Program
LESA – Land Evaluation Site Assessment
MBI – Montana Board of Investments
MDOC – Montana Department of Commerce
MDOL – Montana Dept. of Labor
MDOT – Montana Dept. of Transportation
MDFWP – Montana Dept. of Fish, Wildlife and Parks
MEDA – Montana Economic Developers Association
NADO – National Association of Development Organizations
NCOC – National Carbon Offset Coalition
NHS – Neighborhood Housing Services
NRCS – Natural Resource Conservation Service
RBEG – Rural Business Enterprise Grant
RBOG – Rural Business Opportunity Grant
RC&D – Resource Conservation & Development Area, Inc.
RCDI – Rural Community Development Initiative
RD – Rural Development (a division of USDA)
RCPP- Regional Conservation Partnership Program
RLF – Revolving Loan Fund
RTA – Resource Team Assessment
SBA – Small Business Administration
SBDC – Small business Development Center
TIFD – Tax Increment Finance District
TSEP - Treasure State Endowment Program
USDA – United States Department of Agriculture
USFS – United States Forest Service
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File Attachments for Item:
7. Budget/Finance Committee Minutes of July 7, 2020.
Budget/Finance Committee Minutes of July 14, 2020.
Tree Board Minutes of June 18, 2020.
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Minutes of City of Laurel
Budget/Finance Committee
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
Members Present: Emelie Eaton Richard Klose
Bruce McGee
Others Present: Mayor Nelson Bethany Langve
Nancy Schmidt Jean Kerr
The Meeting was called to order by Chair Eaton at 5:30 pm.
Public Input: Citizens may address the committee regarding any item of business that is not on the
agenda. The duration for an individual speaking under Public Input is limited to three minutes. While
all comments are welcome, the committee will not take action on any item not on the agenda.
General Items
• The Committee called the special meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget. The
Committee asked if all the Department Heads received the Mayor’s budget memo asking for
all budgets to be held. Nancy Schmidt, the Library Director, stated she did not receive the
Mayor’s budget memo. The Clerk/Treasurer stated the Library Department is not treated the
same as the other department’s because their budget is approved by the Library Board, not
the Mayor and/or Council. The Clerk/Treasure explained the Library Budget is drafted,
approved, and monitored solely by the Library Board. She further explained there are four
funds the Mayor has no budget authority over. These four funds are the Library Budget, the
Library Aid Grant Fund, the Police Department’s Federal Equitable Sharing Fund, and the
Library Federation Fund.
The Committee asked about the increase to the Library Fund. Nancy explained this was due
to a reduction in the Libraries budget for the Fiscal Year 2020, and an increase in wages.
The wage increase is for the two union employees. Nancy stated if all the Library employees
are not treated the same as the union employees the City could be facing a lawsuit. The
Committee asked if any other Libraries in the State are unionized. Nancy stated most
Libraries are a part of a union. The Committee asked if there was a comparison of the wages
requested by the Library and other comparable positions in the State. Nancy stated Laurel’s
employees are paid lower than other comparable positions in the State. The Committee
requested to see the data regarding wage comparisons. The Committee asked how the
Library is doing with their current budget. Nancy stated the Library is relying on donations
currently. She stated she has not received a budget report in months, so she is not sure how
the Library budget is currently doing. The Committee asked how the additional money being
requested by the Library would be funded. The Clerk/Treasurer explained the City Council
approves the number of mills provided to the Library, when they approve the annual budget.
The Committee asked if the Clerk/Treasure knew how many mills the City had for the next
fiscal year. The Clerk/Treasurer stated that information would not be ready until the first
week of August, when the annual certified taxable valuation was received from the State.
The Committee asked if Council approved the increase for the Library, would that cause
decreases elsewhere. The Clerk/Treasurer stated the increase would come from the General
Fund mills.
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The Committee expressed concerns about taking mills away from General Fund. The
Committee talked about the ambulance personnel hired and the costs associated with them.
The Committee asked if AMR was involved with the staffing. The Mayor explained all the
full-time ambulance personnel are City Staff, and not associated with AMR. He further
explained that all costs associated with the Ambulance Department was the responsibility of
the City. The Committee asked how the Ambulance Department budget was doing. The
Clerk/Treasurer explained the Ambulance Department had not adjusted their budget, per the
Mayor’s memo. The Committee asked about the safety mill levy. The Mayor explained the
safety mill levy was still being talked about by the Emergency Services Committee. He
stated the likelihood of the safety mill levy being passed during this budget cycle was slim.
He explained the process of getting the mill levy on a ballot and the timing. The Committee
asked if the Emergency Services Committee felt the mill levy would pass. The Mayor stated
the Emergency Services Committee felt the safety mill levy would be passed by the
community, as they are very supportive of our First Responders. The Mayor stated there are
no hard numbers ready to be talked about yet.
The Committee talked about the three enterprise funds, and how they are doing financially.
The Clerk/Treasurer stated the City Mechanic and Public Works Superintendent were going
to attend the July 14th Budget and Finance Committee meeting to talk about the garbage
trucks. She stated one of the trucks caught fire, and the newest one had a transmission
failure. The transmission failure seems to be covered under warranty. The Mayor stated the
Solid Waste funds needs money for a new trash truck, however there is no way to currently
save money for one. The expenditures for the Solid Waste Fund exceed the revenues
generated. The amount of money being paid for the Billings landfill is increasing. The
Committee agreed that a conversation regarding increasing the Solid Waste fees needed to
happen with full Council. The Clerk/Treasurer stated the Solid Waste Fund needed a
mechanism to save for replacement of equipment. She stated that both the Water and Sewer
Funds had these mechanisms but for some reason Solid Waste does not. The Committee
asked how this type of mechanism would be put into place. The Clerk/Treasurer stated it
would need to be a resolution passed by Council directing the Mayor and/or Clerk/Treasurer
to begin putting X amount of money into a replacement and depreciation cash account. The
Mayor stated the Water Department is going to need to repaint the water tower this next
fiscal year.
The Committee asked about the Planning Fund and what the Mayor was going to do to fix
the cash deficit. The Clerk/Treasurer explained the Planning Director increased most of the
fees associated with the Planning Department. She stated this should help with the cash
deficit. The Mayor stated the Planning Department has been utilizing KLJ for assistance, for
the Growth Management Plan, and this has increased the amount of expenditures for the
year.
The Committee asked about the General Fund Budget. The Clerk/Treasurer stated she is
very concerned about the upcoming two fiscal years. She stated COVID-19 is going to have
future effects on the revenues of the entire State. She stated she is concerned with the
decrease in interest revenues, and the future of Gas Tax, Gambling, Entitlement Share, and
Grant revenues. She stated she is also concerned about the future of Unemployment rates.
The Clerk/Treasurer also stated she is trying to keep as much cash in General Fund as
possible. She talked with the Mayor and they both agree to not transfer Capital Improvement
funds out of General Fund for this next budget. The Clerk/Treasurer state she wants the
money to stay in General Fund just in case it is needed there. The Committee asked if all the
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departments have held their budgets according to the Mayor’s request. The Clerk/Treasurer
stated the Fire Department budget was increased but that has been rectified. The Mayor
stated the Courts could potentially need additional funding to attend a training session. They
are getting a new Enterprise System, and the training is scheduled to take place in New
Orleans. The Committee asked how any reductions to the tax revenues would affect the
overall budget. The Clerk/Treasurer stated any decrease to tax revenue would cause a need
to a decrease in appropriations. She stated the budgets will increase due to wage increases.
The Committee commented the taxable values will determine a lot.
Announcements –
• The next Budget and Finance Meeting will be held on Tuesday July 14, 2020 at 5:30pm
Respectfully submitted,
Bethany Langve
Clerk/Treasurer
NOTE: This meeting is open to the public. This meeting is for information and discussion of the
Council for the listed workshop agenda items.
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Minutes of City of Laurel
Budget/Finance Committee
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Members Present: Emelie Eaton Richard Klose
Bruce McGee Scot Stokes
Others Present: Mayor Nelson Matt Wheeler
Brandon Gonzalez Ernie Kois
Roy Pilcher
The Meeting was called to order by Chair Eaton at 5:33 pm.
Public Input: Citizens may address the committee regarding any item of business that is not on the
agenda. The duration for an individual speaking under Public Input is limited to three minutes. While
all comments are welcome, the committee will not take action on any item not on the agenda.
General Items
• Review and approve the minutes of the June 23, 2020 meeting. Richard Klose made a
motion to approve the minutes of the June 23, 2020 Budget and Finance Committee meeting.
Bruce McGee seconded the motion to approve the June 23, 2020 Budget and Finance
Committee meeting minutes, all in favor, motion passed.
• Review and approve purchase requisition from the Solid Waste Department – The Public
Works Superintendent, Matt Wheeler, presented a requisition from the Solid Waste
Department for replacement or repair of the newest garbage trucks transmission. He stated
the transmission failed with 35,000 miles on the truck. The transmission filled with water
and was taken to the repair shop. It was initially thought these repairs would be covered
under warranty but now the manufacturer is wavering on that. The Committee asked how the
transmission got filled with water. The Public Works Superintendent stated there is a
breathing tube on top of the transmission, and this tube was not elevated enough. He stated
that every time it rained or snowed; water would drain into the transmission. Peterbuilt is
denying this is a warranty issue, however Matt feels it is a design flaw and the City should
not be responsible for the repairs. The Committee asked why there were two quotes to repair
the transmission. Matt stated he would let the City Mechanic, Brandon Gonzalez, speak to
that. The City Mechanic stated the company could either try to repair the existing
transmission or purchase a brand-new transmission and install it. The City Mechanic stated
he would recommend the purchase of a new transmission. He stated the quotes are so close,
if the repair shop tears the old transmission apart and finds more components that must be
replaced, the repair will cost more than the replacement costs. He stated the repair quote is
for estimated replacement pieces and work, however if more things are wrong with the
existing transmission, the cost will go up. The Committee asked about the tube issue. The
City Mechanic stated he has asked the manufacturer if he could alter the breathing tube,
without nullifying the warranty. The Committee asked if there was any recourse for the City
if the manufacturer did not replace this transmission under warranty. The Public Works
Superintendent stated he did not know about that. Scot Stokes made a motion to approve the
purchase requisition from the Solid Waste Department for the purchase of new transmission
for the newest garbage truck. Bruce McGee seconded the motion to approve the purchase
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requisition from the Solid Waste Department for the purchase of new transmission for the
newest garbage truck, all in favor, motion passed.
• Review and approve the June 2020 Utility Billing Adjustments. The Committee reviewed
the June 2020 utility billing adjustments and had no questions. Richard Klose made a motion
to approve the June 2020 Billing Adjustments. Bruce McGee seconded the motion to
approve the June 2020 Billing Adjustments, all in favor, motion passed.
• Review and recommend approval to Council Claims entered through 07/10/2020. The
Claims Detail reports and the Check Registers were reviewed for accuracy prior to the
meeting, by the Committee. There was a question regarding the Mayor’s new phone. The
Mayor stated it was a new phone, and not a broken phone. There was a question regarding a
purchase from Fowl Play. The Public Works Superintendent stated there was a water break
on a Saturday that lasted most of the day. He stated lunch was purchased from Fowl Play for
the staff working on the break. There was a question regarding a $768.00 purchase from
Reese and Ray’s IGA. The Mayor stated that is not unusual depending on what is being
stocked for the City. Coffee, cups, etc. are purchased for all City Departments from Reese
and Ray’s IGA. There was a question regarding a purchase from Best Buy for $101.00. The
Mayor stated that would need to come from the Clerk/Treasurer, as he does not know what it
is for. There was a question regarding a flower purchase. The Budget and Finance Chair
stated there was a relative, of an employee, that died, and the City sends flowers for that.
There was a question regarding a Dragon Palace purchase. The Mayor stated this was
probably a lunch for staff. There was a question regarding a $1,500 purchase from Headsets
Direct for the Clerk’s office. The Mayor stated these are new headsets for the Clerk’s Office.
He stated these headsets are for the new VOIP phones and allow the Clerk’s to move around
the office while being on the phone. There was a question regarding a cell phone holder car
wash. The Mayor looked at the claim register and said it was for the Fire Department and it
was an ACE Hardware purchase. He stated he would get the Clerk/Treasurer to pull the
receipt. Scot Stokes made a motion to recommend approval to Council the claims entered
through 07/10/2020. Bruce McGee seconded the motion to recommend approval to Council
the claims entered through 07/10/2020, all in favor, motion passed.
• Review and approve Payroll Register for pay period ending 06/28/2020 totaling $227,342.91.
The Committee asked why the payroll amount was so high. The Mayor explained there was
a lot of overtime on this report. He anticipated this would be reduced in the next month, as
Ambulance should not have as much. The Mayor stated the hiring of the Ambulance
Director should happen in the next few weeks. After the Director is hired, he expected the
Ambulance Department would begin doing more transports to generate revenue. The two-
page summary was reviewed, signed, and dated. Bruce McGee made a motion to approve
the payroll register for pay period ending 06/28/2020 totaling $227,342.91. Richard Klose
seconded the motion, all in favor, motion passed.
New Business
• The Public Works Superintendent, Matt Wheeler, gave a brief introduction to the Committee
regarding what KOIS Brothers was going to present, and how this lease came to the
attention of the department. He stated the dollar amounts are large, but the equipment
proposed in the lease is expensive. The Public Works Superintendent introduced Roy
Pilcher and Ernie Kois from Kois Brothers Equipment co. The company is 52 years old and
has worked with the City for a number of years. 65% of their business is with
Municipalities. Ernie went over the useful life of equipment and maintenance. He stated
servicing equipment can be done in Billings. This cuts down on costs and length of time
equipment can be down. He stated lease programs provides certainty for budgeting. He
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stated a sewer trucks are $550,000, and garbage trucks are $300,000 a piece, and a street
sweeper is $225,000. He stated a lease program allows for budgeting annually or monthly
payments. He stated that trade ins can be used for lease payments. He stated these are tax
exempt lease programs, designed for municipalities. Roy stated he designed this lease
program to provide $1,500,000 to be paid over 7-years at $250,000 a year. This will replace
two garbage trucks, a new street sweeper and a sewer combo jet router. This does not take
into consideration any trades the City wants to make. After any trade ins are evaluated, a
final number could be provided to the City Council. The annual payments of $247,059.11
are at 3.69% interest, and no trade ins. The Committee asked about the warranty provided
with the lease. Ernie stated an extended warranty could be worked into the lease, in order to
cover the entire lease timeframe. The Committee was concerned about warranty work if
something like a transmission were to fail. Ernie stated the City of Memphis is on a three-
year program, and this timeframe provides for a buyback opportunity. The Committee
inquired about a service package. Ernie stated there is no service package included in the
price.
Old Business - None
Other Items
• Review the Comp/OT report for pay period ending 06/28/2020. The Committee commented
about the amount of overtime the Ambulance Department had.
• Clerk/Treasurer Update – The Clerk/Treasurer was not present.
• Update from the Mayor – The Mayor stated there were some discrepancies regarding last
weeks meeting. He stated the Library has not officially unionized as union negotiations were
not complete. The Committee stated if the number of mills were increased for the Library,
the number of mills for General Fund would be decreased. The Mayor stated this is correct.
The Committee verified the City Council sets the mills for all funds, and the Mayor verified
that was correct. The Mayor stated all the departments have not received an increase for at
least two years. He stated there are substantial concerns regarding the State’s revenues. The
Committee asked if changes to the budget can be recommended at the Budget Workshop
meeting. The Mayor verified this is correct. The Mayor stated he is going to draft a
conservative budget as there are concerns about legislature trying to take the million-dollar
entitlement share the General Fund receives every year. He stated the City is not going to
replace the water billing clerk position, and another employee is being laid off the end of
July. He stated this is to try to save money in General Fund.
Announcements –
• The next Budget and Finance Meeting will be held on Tuesday July 28, 2020 at 5:30pm
• Bruce McGee will be reviewing claims for the next meeting
• The meeting was adjourned at 6:20pm
Respectfully submitted,
Bethany Langve
Clerk/Treasurer
NOTE: This meeting is open to the public. This meeting is for information and discussion of the
Council for the listed workshop agenda items.
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File Attachments for Item:
8. Appointment of Evan Bruce to the City/County Planning Board for a two-year term ending
June 30, 2022.
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File Attachments for Item:
9. Resolution No. R20-40: A Resolution To Adopt An Official Schedule Of Fees And Charges
For The City Of Laurel, Repealing All Previous Resolutions That Set Fees Or Charges That
Conflict With The Schedule Attached Hereto Upon Its Effective Date.
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R20-40 Schedule of Fees and Charges
RESOLUTION NO. R20-40
A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AN OFFICIAL SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES
FOR THE CITY OF LAUREL, REPEALING ALL PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS
THAT SET FEES OR CHARGES THAT CONFLICT WITH THE SCHEDULE
ATTACHED HERETO UPON ITS EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Laurel Municipal Code requires the City Council to review, modify and/or update
its fees and charges on an annual basis through further Resolution of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Staff prepared the attached Schedule of Fees and Charges for the City Council’s
consideration and adoption after public hearing until further Resolution of the City Council; and,
WHEREAS, on July 14, 2020 the City Council adopted Resolution No. R20-34, a Resolution of
Intent to adopt the updated Schedule of Fees and Charges and set a public hearing for July 28, 2020. The
public hearing was held on July 28, 2020 in order to provide opportunity for public input prior to
adoption. No public comment was provided.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council that the attached Schedule of Fees and Charges is
reasonable and in the best interest of the City of Laurel; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby adopts the Schedule of Fees and
Charges attached hereto for convenience.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council on July 28, 2020, by Council Member
_______________________.
PASSED and APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel this 28th day of July 2020.
APPROVED by the Mayor this 28th day of July 2020.
CITY OF LAUREL
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ATTEST: Thomas C. Nelson, Mayor
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Bethany Langve, City Clerk/Treasurer
Approved as to form:
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Sam S. Painter, Civil City Attorney
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CITY OF LAUREL
SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES
AS OF TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2020 / RESOLUTION NO. R20-40
Administrative, City Attorney and Court Fees and Charges (except Library)
Returned Check ...................................................................................................................................... $30.00
Document Photocopying
First 3 pages ............................................................................................................................... No Charge
Copies in excess of 3 pages – per page .......................................................................................... $0.25
Research City Records (Per Hour) ......................................................................................................... $30.00
Video Tape or DVD Copy ................................................................................................... First Copy $25.00
............................................................................................................... Each Additional Copy $5.00
Dog License Fees and Renewals before April 1 (must be renewed each year)
Spayed Female/Neutered Male .................................................................................................... $10.00
Un-spayed Female/Un-neutered Male ......................................................................................... $15.00
Dog License Renewals after April 1
Spayed Female/Neutered Male .................................................................................................... $20.00
Un-spayed Female/Un-neutered ................................................................................................... $30.00
Dog Kennel before April 1 (must be renewed each year)
Non-Commercial ......................................................................................................................... $50.00
Commercial ................................................................................................................................. $75.00
Business License
General ......................................................................................................................................... $75.00
Beer and/or Wine License .......................................................................................................... $200.00
Three Apartments ......................................................................................................................... $30.00
Four Apartments .......................................................................................................................... $40.00
Five or more Apartments ............................................................................................................. $75.00
Pawn Shop .................................................................................................................................. $100.00
Utilities ....................................................................................................................................... $300.00
Amusement Machines .................................................................................................................. $50.00
Live Music ................................................................................................................................... $50.00
Junk .............................................................................................................................................. $50.00
Liquor License ........................................................................................................................... $406.00
Franchises ................................................................................................................................... $300.00
Sexually Oriented Business ........................................................................................................ $500.00
Police Department Fees and Charges
Victims Report ......................................................................................................................................... $5.00
Case Report ........................................................................................................................................... $35.00
Case Report with pictures ...................................................................................................................... $45.00
Vehicle Accident Report (form only) ................................................................................................... $10.00
Vehicle Accident Report with pictures ................................................................................................. $25.00
Audio Recording ................................................................................................................................... $50.00
Vehicle Impound – Per Day 1st week ..................................................................................................... $25.00
Vehicle Impound – Per Day after 1st week ............................................................................................ $50.00
Dog Impound Fee .................................................................................................................................. $30.00
Dog Boarding Fee (24 hours after notification) – Per Day .................................................................... $60.00
Fingerprint Card .................................................................................................................................... $30.00
Subsequent Fingerprint Cards – Per Card ................................................................................................ $5.00
Fire Department Fees and Charges
Incident Report (NFIRS Copy) .............................................................................................................. $30.00
Photograph Copies – Color (35mm) Prints .......................................................... Cost of Processing + $25.00
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Photograph Copies – Enlargements ..................................................................... Cost of Processing + $25.00
Photograph Copies – Digital (Copy of Disk) ......................................................................................... $35.00
Fire Suppression Fees Charged to Non-Residents or for Code or Ordinance Violations
Base Rate for First Hour of Response for working fires, rescue operations, hazmat or
large scale incidents ................................................................................................................ $1,100.00
Base Rate for Service Assist Calls or Minor Calls ............................................................... $700.00
For each Fireman ......................................................................................................................... $20.00/hour
Base Rate for Assist and Investigate .......................................................................................... $200.00/hour
Rates for Additional Hours after the First Hour of Any Response
(Time calculated from time of response to return to service.)
Engine #1 ................................................................................................................................... $250.00
Engine #2 ................................................................................................................................... $250.00
Engine #4 ................................................................................................................................... $200.00
Squad5 ........................................................................................................................................ $250.00
Tender #1 ..................................................................................................................................... $75.00
Tender #2 ..................................................................................................................................... $75.00
Support #1 .................................................................................................................................... $75.00
Command 1 ................................................................................................................................ $100.00
Command 2 ................................................................................................................................ $100.00
Brush #1 ..................................................................................................................................... $100.00
Brush #2 ..................................................................................................................................... $100.00
Brush #3 ..................................................................................................................................... $100.00
Brush #5 ..................................................................................................................................... $100.00
Business inspection within jurisdiction – marketing fireworks, firecrackers and other pyrotechnics $200.00
False Fire Alarms (per year)
First ............................................................................................................................................. Free
Second ........................................................................................................................................ $100.00
Third ........................................................................................................................................... $200.00
Fourth + ...................................................................................................................................... $300.00
Fire Extinguisher Training
10 Students ................................................................................................................................. $150.00
-Additional per student ........................................................................................................... $15.00
Ambulance Service Fees
Paramedic Base Rate ....................................................................................................................... $1,400.00
Basic Base Rate ................................................................................................................................ $1,100.00
Mileage with Patient (per mile) ............................................................................................................. $18.00
Other Charges
Treat Only .................................................................................................................................. $180.00
Basic Disposable Supplies ......................................................................................................... $170.00
Paramedic Disposable Supplies ................................................................................................. $200.00
Defibrillator Supplies ................................................................................................................ $200.00
EKG Supplies ............................................................................................................................... $50.00
Wait Time .................................................................................................................................... $55.00
Extra Attendant ............................................................................................................................ $75.00
DOA Transport .......................................................................................................................... $200.00
Stand-By Rate (per Hour) .......................................................................................................... $100.00
Nebulizer ...................................................................................................................................... $35.00
Decontamination of Ambulance .................................................................................................. $70.00
IV Supplies ................................................................................................................................... $50.00
Glucometer ................................................................................................................................... $40.00
Pulse Ox ....................................................................................................................................... $20.00
Spinal Immobilization .................................................................................................................. $50.00
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Supraglottic Airway (BVM/King) ............................................................................................. $100.00
Suction Kit ................................................................................................................................... $15.00
Intraosseous Kit (IO) .................................................................................................................. $200.00
Wound Care ................................................................................................................................. $20.00
Pelvic Splint (any size)............................................................................................................... $100.00
Burn Kit ........................................................................................................................................ $50.00
Needle Decompression............................................................................................................... $100.00
ET Intubation ............................................................................................................................ $100.00
Capnography Monitoring ............................................................................................................ $15.00
Cricothyrotomy ......................................................................................................................... $150.00
Medication Charges
Adenosine .................................................................................................................................... $ 25.00
Albuterol Neb 5mg ....................................................................................................................... $15.00
Amiodarone ................................................................................................................................. $ 20.00
Aspirin .......................................................................................................................................... $10.00
Atropine ...................................................................................................................................... $ 30.00
Benadryl Tab 25mg ...................................................................................................................... $15.00
Calcium Gluconate ...................................................................................................................... $ 35.00
D5W Solution .............................................................................................................................. $20.00
D10W Solution per 1000 ml ........................................................................................................ $25.00
D50W Solution ............................................................................................................................ $25.00
Diphenhydramine Injectable 50 mg ............................................................................................ $ 10.00
Dopamine .................................................................................................................................... $ 35.00
Epinephrine Injector Adult ......................................................................................................... $300.00
Epinephrine Injector Pediatric .................................................................................................... $400.00
Epinephrine 1 mg/ml .................................................................................................................... $30.00
Epinephrine 1:1000 ..................................................................................................................... $ 40.00
Epinephrine 1:10000 ................................................................................................................... $ 20.00
Fentanyl ....................................................................................................................................... $ 30.00
Furosemide .................................................................................................................................. $ 10.00
Glucagon 1mg ............................................................................................................................ $450.00
Haloperidol .................................................................................................................................. $15.00
Humidified Oxygen ..................................................................................................................... $90.00
Ipratropium Bromide Inhalant 2.5 ml ........................................................................................... $ 5.00
Ketamine ................................................................................................................................... $ 125.00
Lidocaine ..................................................................................................................................... $ 25.00
Magnesium Sulphate .................................................................................................................. $ 20.00
Midazolam .................................................................................................................................. $ 15.00
Morphine Sulfate per 10 mg ....................................................................................................... $ 30.00
Narcan (Naloxone) per 2 mg ....................................................................................................... $ 55.00
Nitro Tab .................................................................................................................................... $ 20.00
Nitrous Oxide Administration ................................................................................................... $ 350.00
Norepinephrine ............................................................................................................................ $ 80.00
NS Solution 500 cc ..................................................................................................................... $ 30.00
NS Solution 1000 cc.................................................................................................................... $ 60.00
Ondansetron (Zolfran) Injectable 4 mg ....................................................................................... $ 15.00
Ondansetron (Zolfran) Oral 4 mg ................................................................................................. $ 2.00
Oral Glucose 30 g ....................................................................................................................... $ 15.00
Oxygen ....................................................................................................................................... $ 80.00
Sodium Bicarbonate .................................................................................................................... $ 50.00
Solu-Cortef 100 mg ..................................................................................................................... $ 75.00
Solu-Medrol 125 mg ................................................................................................................... $ 20.00
Thiamine 200 mg ........................................................................................................................ $ 25.00
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EMT Class (plus the cost of books and testing) .................................................................................. $500.00
Advanced EMT Class (plus the cost of books and testing) .............................................................. $1,500.00
Water Rates & Charges
See current resolution (Resolution No. R11-110).
Raw (untreated) Water: Base rate as per meter size, plus $0.40/1000 gallons.
System Development Fees (Based on Line Size):
¾ Inch...................................................................................................................................... $1,500.00
1 Inch....................................................................................................................................... $2,685.00
1¼ Inch .................................................................................................................................... $4,170.00
1½ Inch .................................................................................................................................... $6,000.00
2 Inch..................................................................................................................................... $10,710.00
3 Inch..................................................................................................................................... $24,000.00
4 Inch..................................................................................................................................... $42,855.00
Connections to the water system with meters larger than 4 inches or when the unique usage characteristics of a large
water user may require, the City will determine the system development fee at that time if the City can provide the
service as requested.
Curb Box Repair Insurance Fee: $1.00/month per water account.
Utility Hook-Up Fees:
Water Tapping – Two Inches or Less .................................................................................................. $250.00
Water Tapping – Greater Than Two Inches ..................................................................................... Fee x 1.25
Labor/Operator Rate Per Hour ............................................................................................................... $40.00
Heavy Equipment Rate Per Hour ........................................................................................................... $75.00
Other Fees for Repairs, etc.:
Frozen or Damaged Meter ................................................. Replacement meter or meter parts cost plus 25%
Plus the Labor/Operator Rate Per Hour .................................................................................... $40.00
OR overtime hourly rate if called out after hours ..................................................................... $90.00
Hydrant meter rental ................................................................................. $476.00/month prorated plus the total usage
Utility Billing Fees and Deposits:
New Accounts or Re-Establishing an Account ...................................................................................... $25.00
Restoring Service to a Delinquent Account ........................................................................................... $50.00
Deposit for New Meter Accounts, No Service in Previous Year ......................................................... $150.00
Charge for check returned by bank as unpaid ........................................................................................ $30.00
Wastewater Rates & Charges
See current resolution (Resolution No. R11-110).
Septic dump fee ...................................... $40.00/minimum up to 1,000 gallons plus $0.04/gallon thereafter;
(Resolution No. R15-96) ................................................................................ $40.00 cleanup fee for spillage
System Development Fees
System Development Fees (Based on Line Size) – Sewer
Residential
Each housing unit ................................................................................................................... $1,000.00
Duplex = 2 units; Triplex = 3 units; Four-plex = 4 units; Etc.
Commercial - Based on water meter size; Includes Subdivisions for Rent or Lease
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¾ Inch...................................................................................................................................... $1,000.00
1 Inch....................................................................................................................................... $1,790.00
1¼ Inch .................................................................................................................................... $2,780.00
1½ Inch .................................................................................................................................... $4,000.00
2 Inch....................................................................................................................................... $7,140.00
3 Inch..................................................................................................................................... $16,000.00
4 Inch..................................................................................................................................... $28,570.00
Connections to the wastewater system with water meters larger than 4 inches or when the unique usage
characteristics of a large water user may require, the City will determine the system development fee at that time if
the City can provide the service as requested.
Solid Waste Fees and Charges
See current resolution (Resolution No. R14-34).
(Resolution No. R15-101)
(4) Multiple Containers. Non-residential users who use multiple containers shall be assigned a volume of
use variable for each container used.
Roll Off Container Set / Reset................................................................................................... $30.00
Roll Off Container Haul.......................................................................................................... $150.00
Roll Off Container Cost per Ton........................................................Current City of Billings’ landfill rates
Replacement Waste Container (due to negligence)........................................................... Cost x $1.50
All Tires....................................................................................................................................... $5.00/tire
Container Site Waste - Business and Non-City Residents and/or City Residents that do not use City Solid
Waste Services
Minimum.......................................................................................................................... $5.00
Per Cubic Yard................................................................................................................ $10.00
Non-Residential Garbage Disposal Rate Schedule
See current resolution.
Park and Recreation Fees and Charges
Shelter Reservation ................................................................................................................................ $40.00
Special Events in Parks .......................................................................................................................... $50.00/one day
................................................................................................................................................. $75.00/two days
Youth Sports in Parks ................................................................................................................. No Charge
Riverside Park Camping Fees
With water and electricity ....................................................................................................... $20.00 per night
With no water .......................................................................................................................... $15.00 per night
Tent camping .......................................................................................................................... $12.00 per night
Library
Photocopy Fees (per page) ....................................................................................................................... $0.10
Printer Fees
Black and White (per page) ............................................................................................................ $0.10
Lost or Damaged Book ......................................................................................................................... Cost
Library Cards for Non-Residents
For Three Months (Minimum) .......................................................................................... No Charge
Per Year ............................................................................................................................. No Charge
Interlibrary Loan Postage (per item) ........................................................................................................ $2.00 After 3
Community Room
Use during library hours...................................................................................................................... $3.00/hour
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Refundable Cleaning Deposit ...................................................................................................... $30.00
Library Card Replacement Fee (per Card) ............................................................................................... $2.00
Fax Fees (per page) .................................................................................................................................. $0.25 Send
........................................................................................................................................................ $0.10 Receive
Cemetery Fees
(Please Note: Cemetery caretaker must be present at all interments.)
(Please Note: Burials are not permitted on Sundays, holidays or Saturday afternoons.)
City Residents
Full Grave .................................................................................................................................. $350.00
Baby Grave ............................................................................................................................... $200.00
Non-Residents
Full Grave .................................................................................................................................. $500.00
Baby Grave ............................................................................................................................... $250.00
Opening and Closing
Full Grave .................................................................................................................................. $280.00
Full Grave on Saturday mornings .............................................................................................. $380.00
Baby Grave ............................................................................................................................... $200.00
Baby Grave on Saturday mornings ........................................................................................... $250.00
Cremation ................................................................................................................................... $150.00
Cremation on Saturday mornings ............................................................................................... $200.00
Two Cremations on single plot ................................................................................................. $225.00
Two Cremations on single plot on Saturdays ........................................................................... $ 300.00
Set Cremation Urn at existing Headstones ............................................................................................ $10.00
Private Sale of any plot (transfer processing fee) .................................................................................. $25.00
Disinterment fee for a full burial ......................................................................................................... $300.00
Disinterment fee for cremains .............................................................................................................. $225.00
Planning Fees
Site Plan Review Fee (Residential) ..................................................................................................... $ 100.00
Site Pan Review Fee (Commercial) .................................................................................................... $ 350.00
Zone Change ............................................................................................................................... $ 1,100 + $25.00/acre
All Zone Change Applications resubmitted within 1 year
of a withdrawal request made after the legal advertising ............................................................... $550.00
Conditional Use Application (Residential) ......................................................................................... $550.00
Conditional Use Application (Commercial) .................................................................................... $1,100.00
Special Review (Residential) .............................................................................................................. $350.00
Special Review (Commercial) ............................................................................................................ $ 550.00
All Special Review Applications resubmitted within one year
of a withdrawal request made after the legal advertising ............................................................... $550.00
Annexation into the City of Laurel (80 acres or less) ................................................................. $300.00 + $25.00/acre
Annexation into the City of Laurel (81 acres or more) ............................................................... $300.00 + $35.00/acre
Home Occupations ............................................................................................................................... $ 75.00
Temporary Use Permit ........................................................................................................................ $325.00
Vacation of Street or Alley ................................................................................................................. $150.00
Variance (Residential) ........................................................................................................................ $ 500.00
Variance (Commercial) ..................................................................................................................... $1,100.00
All Variance Applications resubmitted within one year
of a withdrawal request made after the legal advertising ................................................................ $500.00
Zoning Map Amendment ....................................................................................................... $ 1,100.00 + $ 25.00/acre
Staff Research ....................................................................................................................................... $ 35.00/hour
Cash in Lieu of Parking Spaces Except in the Central Business District ........................................ $ 1,000.00
Outdoor Seating .................................................................................................................................... $ 75.00
Floodplain Permit ............................................................................................................................... $ 200.00 45
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Review of Buildings for Lease or Rent ............................................................................................... $ 200.00
Zoning Compliance Fee ..................................................................................................................... $ 100.00
Subdivision Application Fees
Pre-Application Meeting ................................................................................................... $550.00 + $25.00/Lot
Preliminary Plat (Major) ................................................................................................. $1,375.00 + $50.00/Lot
Preliminary Plat (Minor) ................................................................................................... $600.00 + $50.00/Lot
Final Plat (Major) ........................................................................................................................ $750.00 + $25.00/Lot
Final Plat (Minor) ........................................................................................................................ $550.00 + $25.00/Lot
Planned Unit Development (PDU) Concept Plan ................................................................................ $550.00
Planned Unit Development (PDU) Preliminary Plan ............................................................... $1,100.00 + $25.00/Lot
Planned Unit Development (PDU) Final Plan ..................................................................................... $550.00
Subdivision for Rent or Lease Preliminary Plan ............................................................................... $1,375.00
Subdivision for Rent or Lease Final Plan ........................................................................................... $550.00
Exempt Subdivision ............................................................................................................................ $200.00
Corrections or Vacation of Recorded Final Subdivision Plats or Supporting Documents .................. $250.00
Corrections or Adjustments to Plats, Conditions, and Supporting Documents after Preliminary Plat Approval:
Minor Adjustments .................................................................................................................... $250.00
Major Adjustments:
Major Subdivisions affecting:
6 to 40 Lots ........................................................................................................ $1,100.00
41 to 200 Lots .................................................................................................... $3,300.00
Over 200 Lots .................................................................................................... $4,400.00
Minor Subdivisions .......................................................................................................... $440.00
All Appeals the Same as Application Fee
Building Permit Fees
Building Permits ............................................................................................................................. See Appendix A
Fence Permits ..................................................................................................................................... ... $50.00
Plan Review ....................................................................................................... 35% of Building Permit Fee
Demolition Permits ............................................................................................................ See Appendix A
Re-Inspection ......................................................................................................................................... $50.00
Moving Permit ....................................................................................................................................... $50.00
Mobile Home Inspection (Blocking permit includes two meter inspections) ........................................ $50.00
Mobile Home Water Meter Inspection ........................................................................ $25.00 per additional inspection
Permit to Work in the Right-of-Way – Gravel Surface ......................................................................... $75.00
Permit to Work in the Right-of-Way – Paved Surface ........................................................................ $125.00
Encroachment Permit (per Year) ........................................................................................................... $75.00
Approach, Sidewalk, Curb, and Gutter .................................................................................................. $75.00
Residential Roofing Permit .................................................................................................................... $75.00
Commercial Roofing Permit .............................................................................................. See Appendix A
Sign Permit ........................................................................................................................ See Appendix A
Temporary Sign Permit .......................................................................................................................... $50.00
Fire Inspection (Initial and One Follow-Up) ......................................................................................... $35.00
Fire Inspection (per additional inspection) ............................................................................................ $10.00
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APPENDIX A: BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Building Permit Fees are determined by the Total Valuation of the project. For new construction and additions the total
valuation is determined by the most recent Valuation Data as published by the International Code Council. For remodel
projects, the total valuation is based on the documented project cost.
Total Project Cost Permit
From To Fee
$1 -------- $500 --------- $24
$501 -------- $600 --------- $27
$601 -------- $700 --------- $30
$701 -------- $800 --------- $33
$801 -------- $900 --------- $36
$901 ------ $1,000 --------- $39
$1,001 ------ $1,100 --------- $42
$1,101 ------ $1,200 --------- $45
$1,201 ------ $1,300 --------- $48
$1,301 ------ $1,400 --------- $51
$1,401 ------ $1,500 --------- $54
$1,501 ------ $1,600 --------- $57
$1,601 ------ $1,700 --------- $60
$1,701 ------ $1,800 --------- $63
$1,801 ------ $1,900 ---------- $66
$1,901 ------ $2,000 ---------- $69
$2,001 ------ $3,000 ---------- $83
$3,001 ------ $4,000 ---------- $97
$4,001 ------ $5,000 --------- $111
$5,001 ------ $6,000 --------- $125
$6,001 ------ $7,000 --------- $139
$7,001 ------ $8,000 --------- $153
$8,001 ------ $9,000 --------- $167
$9,001 ---- $10,000 --------- $181
$10,001 ---- $11,000 --------- $195
$11,001 ---- $12,000 --------- $209
$12,001 ---- $13,000 --------- $223
$13,001 ---- $14,000 --------- $237
$14,001 ---- $15,000 --------- $251
$15,001 ---- $16,000 --------- $265
$16,001 ---- $17,000 --------- $279
$17,001 ---- $18,000 --------- $293
$18,001 ---- $19,000 --------- $307
$19,001 ---- $20,000 --------- $321
$20,001 ---- $21,000 --------- $335
$21,001 ---- $22,000 --------- $349
$22,001 ---- $23,000 --------- $363
$23,001 ---- $24,000 --------- $377
Total Project Cost Permit
From To Fee
$24,001 ---- $25,000 --------- $391
$25,001 ---- $26,000 --------- $401
$26,001 ---- $27,000 --------- $411
$27,001 ---- $28,000 --------- $422
$28,001 ---- $29,000 --------- $432
$29,001 ---- $30,000 --------- $442
$30,001 ---- $31,000 --------- $452
$31,001 ---- $32,000 --------- $462
$32,001 ---- $33,000 --------- $472
$33,001 ---- $34,000 --------- $482
$34,001 ---- $35,000 --------- $492
$35,001 ---- $36,000 --------- $502
$36,001 ---- $37,000 --------- $512
$37,001 ---- $38,000 --------- $523
$38,001 ---- $39,000 --------- $533
$39,001 ---- $40,000 --------- $543
$40,001 ---- $41,000 --------- $553
$41,001 ---- $42,000 --------- $563
$42,001 ---- $43,000 --------- $573
$43,001 ---- $44,000 --------- $583
$44,001 ---- $45,000 --------- $593
$45,001 ---- $46,000 --------- $603
$46,001 ---- $47,000 --------- $613
$47,001 ---- $48,000 --------- $623
$48,001 ---- $49,000 --------- $633
$49,001 ---- $50,000 --------- $643
$50,001 ---- $51,000 --------- $651
$51,001 ---- $52,000 --------- $658
$52,001 ---- $53,000 --------- $665
$53,001 ---- $54,000 --------- $672
$54,001 ---- $55,000 --------- $679
$55,001 ---- $56,000 --------- $686
$56,001 ---- $57,000 --------- $693
$57,001 ---- $58,000 --------- $700
$58,001 ---- $59,000 --------- $707
$59,001 ---- $60,000 --------- $714
$60,001 ---- $61,000 --------- $721
$61,001 ---- $62,000 --------- $728
Total Project Cost Permit
From To Fee
$62,001 ---- $63,000--------- $735
$63,001 ---- $64,000--------- $742
$64,001 ---- $65,000--------- $749
$65,001 ---- $66,000--------- $756
$66,001 ---- $67,000--------- $763
$67,001 ---- $68,000--------- $770
$68,001 ---- $69,000--------- $777
$69,001 ---- $70,000--------- $784
$70,001 ---- $71,000--------- $791
$71,001 ---- $72,000--------- $798
$72,001 ---- $73,000--------- $805
$73,001 ---- $74,000--------- $812
$74,001 ---- $75,000--------- $819
$75,001 ---- $76,000--------- $826
$76,001 ---- $77,000--------- $833
$77,001 ---- $78,000--------- $840
$78,001 ---- $79,000--------- $847
$79,001 ---- $80,000--------- $854
$80,001 ---- $81,000--------- $861
$81,001 ---- $82,000--------- $868
$82,001 ---- $83,000--------- $875
$83,001 ---- $84,000--------- $882
$84,001 ---- $85,000--------- $889
$85,001 ---- $86,000--------- $896
$86,001 ---- $87,000--------- $903
$87,001 ---- $88,000--------- $910
$88,001 ---- $89,000--------- $917
$89,001 ---- $90,000--------- $924
$90,001 ---- $91,000--------- $931
$91,001 ---- $92,000--------- $938
$92,001 ---- $93,000--------- $945
$93,001 ---- $94,000--------- $952
$94,001 ---- $95,000--------- $959
$95,001 ---- $96,000--------- $966
$96,001 ---- $97,000--------- $973
$97,001 ---- $98,000--------- $980
$98,001 ---- $99,000--------- $987
$99,001 --- $100,000--------- $994
Building Permit Fees for projects with total values of $100,001 to $500,000 are $994 for the first $100,000 plus
$5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof up to and including $500,000. Building Permit Fees for project
with total values of $500,001 to $1,000,000 are $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional
$1,000 or fraction thereof up to and including $1,000,000. Building Permit Fees for projects with total values of
$1,000,001 or more are $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.15 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof.
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