Councilperson McCauley moved to approve the consent agenda consisting of the February 2008 Financial Reports, March 17, 2008 City Council Minutes, March 17, 2008 Community Development Block Grant Public Hearing Minutes, March 20, 2008 payroll in the amount of $47,548.26 and the April 3, 2008 payroll in the amount of $47,775.69. Councilperson Shock made the second motion. The motion passed 4-0.

Andrea Anderson introduced herself and noted member of Junior Girl Scout Troop #324 were present as well in the audience. Mrs. Anderson explained the troop was interested in working at the City of Cut Bank Animal Shelter in anyway they could be useful. Troop #324 had already begun letting the public know the Shelter takes used ink cartridges and turns them in for a return fee which goes to the Shelter. In addition, Mrs. Anderson said the troop had started a campaign at the grocery store letting people know the Shelter can use product donations. Tina Gauthier, Special Services Officer, for the Animal Shelter explained the troop had been given a tour of the shelter and attended a presentation regarding the care and adoption methods which are used to find animals a home. SSO Gauthier handed out a list of projects which the Girl Scouts could assist with. Mrs. Anderson noted the City has received a copy of the certificate of liability insurance in case of any unforeseen problems. Councilperson McCauley made a motion to approve the request from Girl Scout Troop #324 to assist the Animal Control Officer Gauthier with any projects that would assist the shelter. The ACO or designated person would have to be present for supervision purposes. Councilperson Shock made the second motion. The motion passed 4-0 .

Councilperson McCauley approved the week of May 5 – 9, 2008 as Spring Clean Up Week. Councilperson Shock made the second motion. The motion passed 4-0.

Building Inspector Bill Bandel explained Melva Cooper had applied for a conditional use permit for Charlie’s Pizza located at 1159 East Railroad. Building Inspector Bandel said he had signed off on the building inspector’s review and noted the remodeled restaurant would be an asset to the City of Cut Bank. Councilperson McCauley moved to approve the conditional use permit for Melva Cooper at Charlie’s Pizza. Councilperson Solberg made the second motion. The motion passed

City Superintendent Suta presented his report. Councilperson McCauley noted the City had been able to buy a slightly damaged sink for the Main Street Park facilities for $125.00 from Bill Cooper. The cost of a new sink as previously noted in the list for the remodel was around $4000.00. Councilperson McCauley said it had been a very good deal for the City. Councilperson Shock moved to approve the report of the City Superintendent. Councilperson McCauley made the second motion. The motion passed 4-0.

Councilperson McCauley made the first motion to approve the travel requests to attend training in Billings for the following persons: Diana Filban for $647.71; Kelly Solberg for $327.00; Robert Olson for $4878.32; Jeannie Ostby for $1,105.32 and Joni Stewart for $302.00. Councilperson Solberg made the second motion. The motion passed 4-0.

Councilperson McCauley made a motion to approve the Lease Agreement with Chamber of Commerce for Tourist Information Center as presented with the Chamber of Commerce. Councilperson Shock made the second motion. Clerk-Treasurer Filban explained the lease was for a total of ten (10) years which she was fortunate to have found in time for renewal. Clerk-Treasurer Filban explained she had spoken with Leanne Kavanagh, Chamber of Commerce President, regarding the lease agreement and mutually decided to get the lease agreement rewritten for another ten (10) years and request the City Council’s approval to continue with the agreement until 2018. Chamber President Kavanagh stated she had spoken to our City Attorney Smith about the language in item IV regarding maintenance of the grounds in regard to snow removal which the City does handle. City Attorney Smith had informed Chamber President Kavanagh that would not be a problem. Councilperson Shock moved to amend the original motion to change the last sentence in item IV to read: In addition, LESSEE shall be responsible for all maintenance associated with the leased premises other than those of the City of Cut Bank as agreed upon by both parties. In addition, City Attorney Smith would be contacted to insure the wording was appropriate. Councilperson McCauley made the second motion for the amendment. The call to vote on the motion was 4-0. The call to vote on the original motion was 4-0 in favor.

Councilperson McCauley made a motion to approve Recreation Director Jennifer Biegler as employee of the month for March 2008. Councilperson Shock made the second motion. City Superintendent Suta said Director Jennifer has done an outstanding job of bringing more people back to the Civic Center facilitates, and there has been an increase in revenue since she became Recreation Director. The call for vote was 4-0 in favor of the motion.

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Superintendent Suta explained to the Council he is seeking bids on a new mower for the parks and that he would bring the information back to the Council on April 14, 2008.

Councilperson Shock asked for the Council to discuss the possibility of getting the speed limit going from or coming in from the eastern city boundaries lowered, and a crosswalk placed on the highway in the area of the two motels. Police Chief Abbott, noted even though it is Main Street, it is US Highway 2 and subject to decisions by the State Department of Transportation. A short discussion was held regarding a change of speed limits and a crosswalk. Councilpersons McCauley and Shock volunteered to speak with Mick Johnson from MDOT about the matter.