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Tuesday, Augus

Judge Dan Wilson in

Glasgow Wednesday
There will a meet & greet with
Dan Williams for the Montana
Supreme Court. You can join him
on Wednesday, August 21st from
5:30-7:30 at Sam & Jeff ’s.
Listening to Montana Talks,
we’ve heard a lot of good things
about him over the months.

Get a Head Start

Glasgow Head Start still has a
few spots open for the 2024-2025
school year which will start Monday,
August 26th.
Head Start is a free Pre-School
Program, no tuition-no fee.
Action for Eastern Montana’s
Head Start program in Glasgow is a
comprehensive child development
pre-school program serving
children ages 3-4 and their families.
The school program runs five days
a week, Monday - Friday from
8:15a.m. - 12:15p.m., providing
breakfast and lunch.
To enroll, children must be Still Swinging away!
3 or 4 and meet income eligibility Pictured on hole #6 at Sunnyside Golf Course are Glasgow’s Don Pehlke
guidelines. Applications can be and Maury Graham, out enjoying a routine round of golf. Don is 94 years
picked up at Glasgow Head Start, young and Maury is 98, so that’s 192 years combined! And we hear they
211 1st Ave. South. are pretty darned good at the game. photo by Arlene Archambeault
 BUZZIFIEDS
FOR SALE 2004 Ford Windstar Van. $5,000 OBO. Can be seen at the
Cottonwood Inn parking lot. Info is available on the vehicle CALL PAM
RECTOR AT 406-228-9745
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Let’s have a Party!

THREE STORAGE RENTALS AVAILABLE 1 is a 12’w x 10’d; 1 is a 12’w
x 25’d; 1 is a 12’w x 50’d and is a full pass thru. CALL 406-785-7100 &
LEAVE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER & I will call as soon as I can.
Location is in Nashua at Arthur’s Mini Storage Rentals.
Glasgow Elks Lodge BUZZ
SPACIOUS APT. FOR RENT: 2 bed, 1½ bath 950 sq. ft. Laundry room, A/C.
Saturday, August 24th beginning at 5:00 QUIET, City of Glasgow. Small pets considered. $750/mo. 360-750-6746
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Steve Philippe, 50 years APARTMENT FOR RENT 1 bed, 1 bath. $600/mo + matching security
Perry Kolstad, 40 years deposit. Kitchen fridge, oven/stove, on site laundry. Tenet pays electricity
& gas. Off street parking. Application required for tour of rental. CALL
Butch Heitman, 28 years and retiring HELLAND AGENCY 406-228-2114. [Link]
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Probably no HOUSING AUTHORITY OF GLASGOW is looking for families of 3
or more to qualify for units. Applications available on our website at
red solo [Link] or at our office. Our hours are 8a-4p Mon-
Thurs and 8a-3p Fridays. CALL FOR DETAILS 406.228.4942
cups though
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GLASGOW DISTRICT SUBSTITUTES NEEDED: All substitute positions
needed for the new school year, including Teachers/Aides, Custodians,
Today: Sunny, with a high near 93. South wind around 8 Cooks, & Bus Drivers. For more information and to apply go to: www.
mph. [Link] and click on the employment tab. FOR QUESTIONS
Tonight: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, CALL 406-228-2406. (EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER)
mainly after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. BUZZ
South wind 5 to 9 mph. HELP WANTED: Family Support Specialist. Candidate must have a
bachelor’s degree in early education or human services. Applicants must
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. have the ability to maintain rapport with the primary child and the entire
Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Northeast wind 6 to 10 family, teachers, and other professionals. Knowledge of local and statewide
mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as services and common assessment tools is a plus. Certification is required
high as 21 mph. after two years (certified FSS applicants will start at a higher rate). Some
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and Travel is required. Starting wage of $20.00 plus benefits. APPLY AT 605
thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low 3RD AVE S, GLASGOW.
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around 58. North northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts
GUSTO DISTRIBUTING Sales Driver position. $20/hr + monthly incentives.
as high as 20 mph. CALL ROSS 406-359-9322
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 86. Northwest wind BUZZ
around 8 mph. JOB POSITIONS AVAILABLE The Valley County Road Department has two
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. North job positions. The first job opening is a full-time position bridge crew/operator.
Starting wage is $18-$21 hr. depending on experience. The second job opening
wind 6 to 10 mph becoming east after midnight.
is a Truck driver/gravel Crew, Class A CDL required, also full-time position.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Starting wage $18-$21 hr. Job includes vacation, insurance and retirement.
after noon. Sunny, with a high near 93. East wind 13 to 20 You may pick up job applications from either the Road Department, The
mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Valley County Commissioner’s Office or online at [Link].
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and BUZZ
VALLEY COUNTY TRANSIT is looking for a self-motivated individual to
thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly clear, with a low
clean buses 5 hours a week. Flexible Hours. Interested Applicants can
around 65. obtain an application at our office at 213 9TH Street South, Glasgow, MT,
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. East southeast or CONTACT 406-228-8747
wind 8 to 14 mph becoming west in the afternoon. BUZZ
Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers and Little Johnny was caught swearing by his teacher.
thunderstorms, then a chance of showers after midnight. “Johnny,” she said, “you shouldn’t use that kind of
Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. West northwest wind language. Where did you hear such talk, anyway?”
around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. “My daddy say it all the time,” he responded.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, “Well, that doesn’t matter,” explained the teacher.
with a high near 80. “You don’t even know what it means.”
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. “I do, too!” Little Johnny retorted. “It means the car
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. won’t start.”
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REGISTERED NURSE: Primary Nursing duties will focus on add to our crew. Diagnose faults in vehicles using diagnostic equipment
immunizations, reproductive health, communicable disease surveillance, to successfully repair or replace defective parts. Technical and mechanical
and other current programs as assigned. Strong written and oral experience. Be able to use diagnostic equipment. Be a productive team
communication skills are necessary, and experience with Microsoft Office player. Be able to work to meet deadlines and targets. Be self-motivated
is essential for creating and managing professional outreach. Requires and organized. Have valid driver’s license. Pay is competitive with market
a registered nursing license eligible to work in Montana and a driver’s depending on experience. Benefits available after probation-401k with
license. Full time is preferred but will consider hiring a candidate for 30 - 40 match, Optical dental savings with match, health insurance partially
hours a week, Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 6:00pm. This position offers company paid. 5 day week-weekends off. 8-5 workday. Continued training
a full benefit package with pay of $30.00 - $35.00 per hour depending on through Ford Motor Company to keep up with the continuous changes in
experience. Health, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vacation technology. Small town living with many outdoor recreational actives. Submit
& Sick Time, Retirement - PERS (Employee Contribution 7.9% - County resume to email joshsillerud@[Link]. CALL IN FOR QUESTIONS JOSH
Contribution 9.07%), Paid Holidays. Please contact Valley County AT 406-228-2141 OR 866-528-2141
Health Department at 501 Court Square #11, Glasgow, MT 59230 or BUZZ
call 406-228-6261 for a complete job description and application. MILK RIVER, INC Has positions open for Day Shift and Night Shift. APPLY
BUZZ AT MILK RIVER INC. 406-228-8412
HIRING part time/ fill in cook & waitress. APPLY AT THE OASIS BUZZ
BUZZ VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for CNAs for day shift. High paid wage
LOOKING FOR A JOB? Maybe Taco Shack is hiring. You must be at for CNAs with long term care experience. We can train and certify anyone
least 14 years old, be responsible & have transportation. Fun & friendly who wants to become a CNA as well. Starting wage for trainees is $15.00
workplace! PICK UP AN APPLICATION AT TACO SHACK OR CALL hourly. PLEASE SWING BY VALLEY VIEW HOME ADMIN OFFICE FOR
SHERRI 406-228-2979. AN APPLICATION AND JOIN OUR TEAM!
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HOMECARE MONTANA Do you have a busy schedule and would like VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for a new Full Time Dietary Aide. Please
a job that works around your life? We offer job flexibility that works with apply within and experience equals competitive wage!
your availability. We are committed to recruiting compassionate, reliable
PCA’s and CNA’s that are interested in providing quality care to others.

@ 5
Excellent wage $21/hr., PTO, great health insurance and a wonderful

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team to support you as you succeed. APPLY TODAY!! (888) 989-3111
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HOMECARE MONTANA is accepting resumes for a P/T Scheduler/
Receptionist position located in the Glasgow office. Duties include:
scheduling personal care attendants to clients assigned shifts
and administrative tasks. Must have computer experience, great
communication and organizational skills, work well with all types of
personalities. Previous scheduling and office experience preferred.
AUGUST 21
Competitive wage and benefits. Please send resume to info@
5:00-8:00PM
[Link] or visit our website at [Link].
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**DELIVERY/FLOOR ASSOCIATE** Seeking a motivated and reliable
individual to join our team as a Delivery/Floor Associate at Markle’s Hair by Danika TOODIE’S
Warehouse. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation Sugg Clinic CAFE & GALLERY
of our furniture/appliance store by assisting with deliveries and providing
customer service on the sales floor. Prior experience in delivery a plus.
Must have a good driving record and the ability to lift heavy objects, as
this position involves manual labor. PLEASE STOP BY THE MARKLES
WAREHOUSE OR MARKLES ACE HARDWARE FOR AN APPLICATION.
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REYNOLDS MARKET is accepting applications for cashiers, night
crew and deli. Competitive pay and benefits after a probationary period.
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featur
Become a valued member of the team. CALL 406-228-2633 FOR AN
APPLICATION OR APPLY ONLINE AT [Link] (search
employment application on website).
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HINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL is looking for the following positions for MARS
the 2024-25 school year. •7-12 science •5th/6th elementary •full time
custodial •elementary paraprofessional. If you are interested in any
of these positions, please contact Adam Zopp at 406-364-2314 or at
DANIELS
superintendent@[Link]. Visit our website, hinsdale.k12.
[Link], for more information. Hinsdale is a great place to work and raise KIDS ACTIVITIES / YARD GAMES
a family. Join us!! FIRETRUCK PULL / DRINKS
HI-LINE FORD INC in Glasgow MT is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to
 OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP
September 14th, 2024 • 8AM-5PM
Saint Marie will be cleaning up the town.
Any and all trash you need disposed of needs to be
on your curb by 8AM the 14th.
The Fire Dept will also be doing fire mitigation.
Free lunch at 1PM at the Townhall.
See you all there.
FOR MORE INFO CALL MARY-JEAN AT 406-350-2218

West Nile could be here

Local and state officials on Monday reported the
first cases of West Nile Virus of 2024 have been found
in mosquitos in four counties in eastern Montana.
The Department of Public Health and Human
Services reported that the virus was detected in
mosquitos from six different pools in Blaine (Chinook),
Dawson (Glendive), Prairie (Terry) and Wibaux
counties. Typically, the first detection in mosquitos
means the virus will be found in humans or horses
within about two weeks.
“Now is the time to take action against West Nile
Virus if you haven’t already started thinking about
mosquito bite prevention this season,” said DPHHS
Vectorborne Disease Epidemiologist Devon Cozart.
“Infection can result in minor or severe illness, including
death.”
DPHHS said the virus risk will persist likely
through October, when mosquitos become less active
in Montana.
Many people who contract the virus show no
symptoms, but about 20% can develop headaches, body
Do you like Money? aches, fatigue, vomiting and diarrhea that can last for
weeks for some people. But about 1 in 150 people can
Would you like to have more of it? Great!! develop neuroinvasive West Nile, which can lead to
Join the TEAM! motivated,
The Cottonwood is looking for
reliable and organized long-term neurological issues and in rare cases death.
individuals to add to our team. There is no vaccine or medications for humans
We have openings for: Housekeeping & Night Cook who contract the virus, but horses can be vaccinated
• Housekeeping - $15/hr - Maintain guestrooms, working areas, annually to protect against the virus.
and the hotel premises in general in a clean and orderly manner.
• Dishwasher - $15/hr - Cooks are responsible for the consistent “Even minor forms of infection can leave
preparation of cuisine for the dining room, lounge, banquets, and individuals feeling ill and fatigued for weeks,” Cozart
other food facilities.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
said.
BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance • Aflac Secondary Insurance People are advised not to keep standing water
Vision & Dental Allotment • Holiday Pay/Paid Time Off
On Premise Discounts • Bonuses around their homes to prevent mosquitos from breeding
IRA Retirement w/ Employer Match
For physical applications, please see the
there and to use insect repellant and long-sleeved shirts
Front Desk, or head to our website and pants to prevent bites. More information on the virus
[Link] for an online application.
and prevention can be found on the DPHHS website.
 EL COR DEL LEAGUE
BOWLING
SIGN UPS
Wednesday, August 21
BBQ at 6:00 PM • League Meeting to Follow
to organize teams and plan the Season
For more
information
Tuesday
Men’s League
St il l Lo ok in g
& sign ups Wednesday to Fi ll Te am s
Call Donna Women’s League Al l NE w
406-263-1371
Monday, Thursday & Friday Bo w le rs
or ElCorDel
406-228-2393 Mixed League Ar e W el co m e!
HELP WANTED
Dale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Customer Service and Office Clerk
Salary: 14.00 - 16.00 per hour, DOE • Hours: Part-Time or Full -Time
Job Description: Clean & organize store. Wait on customers. Answer phones.
Check in, price & put away inventory. Make work orders. Process returns.
Quickbooks & computer data entry. Payroll. Various other duties as assigned.
Benefits: We offer benefits for Full-Time employees after probationary
period: Health & Dental, 401K & personal time.
Stop in for application or email dph@[Link]

WE ARE
Winner winner, lake trout dinner! HIRING!
Casey Mulkey was the winner of a VFW raffle, and was VICE PRESIDENT OF
treated to a guided fishing trip on Fort Peck Reservoir HUMAN RESOURCES
with Team Lakeridge. Downriggers were picking up some Requirements & Benefits:
fish and it was working. Too bad it was just short of those Requirements:
huge Chinook salmon from starting to hit. An avid angler, Bachelor’s degree in a human resources
we’re sure Casey had a good time targeting not only those related field required.
5 years of experience in a related leadership
deep-running lakers and salmon, but Team Lakeridge role.
probably got him into some walleye fishing as well. HELP WANTED
PHR, SPHE, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

To get his mind off Dale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

certification preferred (or willingness to obtain
within 2 years).
his losing streak at the Customer Service and Office Clerk
Benefits:
racetrack, a guy took his Salary: 14.00 - 16.00
Full benefits per hour,
package DOE • Hours:
- including Part-Time or Full -Time
medical,
friend horseback riding. Being Job Description: Clean & organize store. Wait on customers. Answer phones.
dental vision and life insurance
a novice rider, he freaked Free employee-only medical insurance option
Check in, price & put away inventory. Make work orders. Process returns.
401K pension plan with employer matching
when his horse took off. Quickbooks & computer data entry. Payroll. Various other duties as assigned.
contribution
“How do I get it to slow Personal andbenefits
sick leave
Benefits: We offer for Full-Time employees after probationary
down?!” he yelled. On-the-job training
“Bet on it!” his friend period: Health & Dental, 401K & personal time.
For more information, or to apply today, visit [Link]/careers
hollered back. Stop in for application or email dph@[Link]
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• Residential &
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WEDNESDAY
SOUPS: Tomato ∙ Chili
SPECIALS:
Turkey Bacon Melt
Egg Salad Croissant

Dine at the “O”

228-8006

AUGUST 14 - 20, 2024

Family Pack Certified Angus Beef® Boneless
PETITE SIRLOIN STEAKS ............. $4.99 lb
Family Pack USA Prime Assorted
PORK CHOPS ............................ $1.79 lb
USA Prime Bone-In Pork
BOSTON BUTT ROAST ................ $2.49 lb
Certified Angus Beef® Boneless
CROSS RIB ROAST ..................... $4.99 lb
USA Prime St. Louis Style
PORK SPARERIBS ...................... $3.99 lb
Butcher’s Choice 1.33 lb. pkg. 80% Lean Homestyle
GROUND BEEF PATTIES............. $6.99 ea
40 Knots 20 oz.
SHRIMP RING .........................$13.99 ea
Don Julio 8-10 ct. Select Varieties
FLOUR TORTILLAS ........................2 / $4
Food Club 5-8 oz. Select Varieties
CHEESE .......................................3 / $6
Bonfire 10.3 oz. Select Varieties
BURRITOS ............................... $3.99 ea
Food Club 16 oz. Select Varieties
BACON ........$3.99 ea w/ digital coupon
REGULAR COUNCIL GLASGOW
SCHOOL MENU
MEETING AUGUST 5, 2024 WEDNESDAY
The Regular Glasgow Council Meeting was called to order Breakfast
at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Karst. The following Council members Cereal • PB&J Sandwich
were present: Heitman, Austin, Koski, and Carr. Council NOW HIRING Juice • Milk
member Nistler attended via conference call. Council member Night Shift Attendant Lunch
Cheese Pizza • Salad w/ Ranch
Ozark was absent. DPW Skubinna, and Chief Weber were Shift is Banana • Chocolate Chip Bar
also in attendance. Candy Lagerquist, Maggan Walstad, Ann 3:30pm - 12:00am Milk
Kulczyk, Tess Fahlgren, Drew Henry, and Tim Potter were also *NO SALAD BAR*
in attendance. City Clerk Amundson, City Attorney Pekovitch, Pay is Negotiable
Room for Growth Parents spend the first two
and City Grant Writer Byers attended via Google Meets. There years of their children’s lives
was no media representation. (406) 272-1770
teaching them to walk and
Mayor Karst led the Pledge of Allegiance. 54293 US Highway 2 E
Glasgow, Montana talk, and the next twenty-
Public Comment on any Agenda Item: Maggan Walstad four years telling them to sit
asked the council to approve putting the swim pool bathhouse acescasino@[Link]
down and shut up!
out to bid. She said after they receive the bids, they will have
a final number to be able to apply for additional funding to
complete the project.
Council member Koski made a motion approving the
consent agenda including the payment of claims for August 5,
2024 in the amount of $521,930.94, the Valley Court Apartment
claims in the amount of $340.99, and the minutes of the July 15,
2024 Regular Council Meeting. The motion was seconded by
Council member Austin, and carried unanimously.
Tim Potter was in attendance to talk to the council about
developing and managing the city’s current shooting range and
implement a long-term lease between Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
and the City of Glasgow. He wanted to see if the council was
interested in this option before seeking public input on it. If the
public is in favor of this then it would go into the design phase
with construction to follow. The updates to the range would
include a place for trap shooting, pistol shooting, and archery.
Drew Henry stated after the public input meeting is completed,
then the lease agreement would be worked on and approved by
both parties. He also mentioned that FWP wanted the council’s
approval before moving forward with this project. Council
member Carr approved moving forward with the public input
on updating the city’s shooting range. The motion was seconded
by Council member Nistler, and carried unanimously.
Council member Koski made a motion to reappoint Sam
Waters and Pam Heikens to the police commission for another
three (3) year term effective August 6, 2024. The motion was
seconded by Council member Carr, and carried unanimously.
Council member Austin made a motion approving the
extension #29 to the letter agreement between Montana Aviation
Company (MARCO) and the City of Glasgow. The motion was
seconded by Council member Carr, and carried unanimously.
Council member Heitman made a motion approving the
T&R Trucking payment for fiscal year 2024-2025 in the total
annual amount of $380,288.02. The motion was seconded by
Council member Nistler, and carried unanimously.
Mayor Karst introduced and offered for adoption at first
reading Ordinance No. 985 – An Ordinance Amending Chapter
4 of the Official Code of the City of Glasgow (OCCG) to remove
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City Council continued at no charge to the city. The motion was seconded by Council
member Austin, and carried unanimously.
the License Requirement for Dancing in a Bar. Council member The council discussed the repairs that are needed to the street
Austin made a motion approving Ordinance No. 985 for first shop roof. Mayor Karst said that the roof can be replaced in the
reading. The motion was seconded by Council member Koski; amount of $30,000.00 with a 30-year warranty. This option is
whereby Ordinance No. 985 was unanimously adopted for first cheaper than researching and installing a pitched roof. Council
reading. The 2nd Reading of Ordinance No. 985 will be held at member Austin made a motion to keep the flat roof on the street
the August 19, 2024 Regular Council meeting. shop department and repairing it in the amount of $30,000.00.
Mayor Karst explained the change order #3 was tabled at The motion was seconded by Council member Carr, and carried
the last council meeting so City Clerk Amundson could research unanimously.
on where the payment could be made from, since the swim pool Unfinished Business – Levee Safety Committee Report –There
committee felt, they shouldn’t have to pay for it because of the will be a meeting tomorrow morning at 8:00 am. DPW Skubinna
change in back fill material for the water service trench line. mentioned he has received a draft of the updated SWIF plan
City Clerk Amundson recommended to the council the change and has been reviewing it.
order to be paid out of the general fund in fiscal year 2024-2025. Committee Reports: There were no reports for personnel, water,
Council member Carr made a motion approving Change Order or cemetery. City Grant Writer Byers said there will be a FEMA
#3 for Corland Construction in the amount of $15,537.14 based grant available in January 2025. There is also a MeTap grant in
on City Clerk Amundson’s recommendation. The motion was the amount of $75,000.00 that is geared towards tourism, but is
seconded by Council member Koski, and carried unanimously. available for emergency services. Council member Austin will
Mayor Karst told the council that the Buy American Build check with Chief Brunelle to see if there is anything needed for
American (BABA) requirements did not apply to the initial the fire department and report back to Ashleigh. Ashleigh also
FWP grant the city received for the construction of the swim mentioned she would like to apply for funding to get the growth
pool. The additional funding that the city will receive will policy updated and put in a place a downtown master plan.
require the BABA requirements at this time. A waiver for this These would assist in receiving additional grant money for the
has been submitted, but we are still waiting to hear. The swim city. Mayor Karst said there will be an ordinance committee
pool committee would like to get the bathhouse out to bid with meeting following this council meeting.
the BABA requirements included. If the waiver is approved, Department Head Reports:
they can do a change order to the contract. Council member DPW Skubinna mentioned the Hall Terrace/Hurley Drive
Koski made a motion to approve bidding out the bathhouse project bids have been opened. There were two (2) bids
project. The motion was seconded by Council member Carr, received in the amounts of $1.9 and 2.1 million. There will
and carried unanimously. be a recommendation for the next council meeting to either
Council member Koski made a motion to approve the award or reject the bids.
amendment #2 to the short form agreement to furnish Council member Austin said that there was a fire on the
professional services to the City of Glasgow between Interstate southside a couple of weeks ago, but with the number of
Engineering and the City of Glasgow for the new bathhouse firefighters that responded it was extinguished quickly.
in the amount of $65,000.00. The motion was seconded by City Attorney Pekovitch told the council that the police
Council member Austin, and carried unanimously. department has been keeping her busy and City Attorney
There was discussion on Chief Weber’s updated wage request. O’Brien has been working on ordinances.
Council member Carr stated that it will take time to hire a new City Clerk Amundson said that she’s been busy with budgets
chief when Weber decides to retire. He said he doesn’t feel Chief and working on year end stuff. She also requested from
Weber’s request is a lot of money. If the police department only DWP Skubinna the draft copy of the SWIF plan so she can
has a total of seven (7) officers instead of eight (8), then the wage submit for reimbursement on fees already paid out.
request should be able to be funded. Council member Heitman Mayor Karst said there will be a public meeting at 2:00 p.m.
made a motion approving the $5.00 wage increase effective July on the Jaycee Building later this week.
1, 2024. The motion was seconded by Council member Carr,
Public Comment: Tess Fahlgren inquired on the status of
and carried unanimously. the final MOU for the skate park. City Attorney Pekovitch
Council member Austin made a motion to hire Olness & said the changes have been made after the discussion at
Associates for a three (3) year audit contract starting fiscal the council work session and will get it emailed to the mayor
year 2023-2024 in the amount of $58,000.00 and increasing for his signature. Candy Lagerquist wanted an update on
$2,000.00 each following year in the contract. The motion was the downtown parking project. DPW Skubinna said the
seconded by Council member Koski, and carried unanimously. contractor is supposed to start the 1st or 2nd week in August.
DPW Skubinna explained to the council the conversation he Council member Koski made a motion to adjourn the
had with Rocky from Adam’s Asphalt. He is interested in the old meeting. The motion was seconded by Council member Carr,
asphalt plant that the city no longer uses. He would disassemble the meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.
and remove it at no cost to the city. There are components of ATTEST:
the plant that he can use for his. Council member Koski made a Stacey Amundson, City Clerk-Treasurer
motion allowing Adam’s Asphalt to remove the old asphalt plant Rod Karst, Mayor