On the agenda: East Helena Sept. 1, 2026 Packet — Data Center (Sep 1)

MEETING AGENDA
CITY OF EAST HELENA
CITY HALL – 306 EAST MAIN - ROOM 110
COUNCIL MEETING: 6:30 PM
DATE: TUESDAY, September 1st, 2026
JOIN ZOOM MEETING: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3787705872
CONFERENCE CALL-IN: 1-253-205-0468 MEETING ID: 378 770 5872

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER: Mayor Harris
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Feist
EAST HELENA SUPERFUND UPDATE: EPA/DEQ Site Team Members
Action: Information only

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Note: This time is set aside for comments from the public on matters
that are not on the meeting agenda. Public comments will be taken on agenda items prior to a
motion. All public comments will be limited to a reasonable duration. Prior to your comments,
please state your name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 18, 2026
CITY COURT REPORT: City Judge Dennis Loveless
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS:
Administration – Clerk/Treasurer Misty Masolo
Police Department – Police Chief Ed Royce
Public Works - Public Works Director Kevin Ore
Volunteer Fire Department - Fire Chief Roger Campbell
NEW BUSINESS:
1. 2026 East Helena Christmas Stroll – Stephanie Chambers
Action: Approve/Deny/Table
2. New Hire for the East Helena Police Department – Ed Royce
Action: Approve/Deny/Table
3. Address Agreement between Lewis & Clark County and City of East Helena – Kelly
Harris
Action: Approve/Deny/Table

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MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Harris
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS:
Don Dahl
Judy Leland
Wesley Feist
Suzanne Ferguson
LEGAL REPORT: City Attorney Elverum
PAYMENT OF BILLS: Action: Approve/Deny/Table
MEETING & EVENT SCHEDULE:
1. East Helena City Council Meeting, Tuesday, Sept 15th, 2026, 6:30 p.m., East Helena
City Hall Room 110
2. East Helena City Council Meeting, Tuesday, Oct 6th, 2026, 6:30 p.m., East Helena City
Hall Room 110
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Harris

ADA NOTICE
The City of East Helena is committed to providing access to persons with disabilities for its meetings, in
compliance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Montana Human Rights Act. The
city will not exclude people with disabilities from participating in its meetings, or otherwise deny them the
City’s services, programs, or activities. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations to participate
in the City’s meetings, services, programs, or activities should contact the City Clerk as soon as possible to
allow sufficient time to arrange for the requested accommodation, at any of the following:
(406) 227-5321 or TTY Relay Service 1-800-253-4091 or 711
[email protected] - 306 East Main Street, P.O. Box 1170, East Helena, MT 59635

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MEETING MEETINGS
CITY OF EAST HELENA
CITY HALL – 306 EAST MAIN - ROOM 110
COUNCIL MEETING: 6:30 PM
DATE: TUESDAY, August 18th, 2026
JOIN ZOOM MEETING: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3787705872
CONFERENCE CALL-IN: 1-253-205-0468 MEETING ID: 378 770 5872

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER: Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.
Councilmember Leland led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITY OFFICIALS & STAFF PRESENT: Mayor Kelly Harris, Council President Don Dahl,
Councilmember Judy Leland, Councilmember Wesley Feist, Councilmember Suzanne Ferguson,
Public Works Director Kevin Ore, City Clerk/Treasurer Misty Masolo, City Attorney Pete
Elverum, Police Chief Ed Royce, Fire Chief Roger Campbell, Officer Chris Kirkegaard, and
Officer Kyle Butler.
ABSENT/EXCUSED: City Judge Dennis Loveless.
PUBLIC PRESENT: Shaun Murgel and Eliza Dubose were present in person. Micheal Miller
was present online.
(00:00:40) EAST HELENA HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ACTIVITIES UPDATE: Activities Director

Shaun Murgel updated Council on EHHS fall sports and events.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: There were no public comments.

(00:03:54) APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A copy of the draft minutes from the August 4, 2026,
meeting was included in the council packet. There was no public comment. Councilmember
Ferguson noted a correction in a motion, Mayor Harris stated that it would be reviewed.
CITY COURT REPORT: City Judge Dennis Loveless was excused.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS:
(00:05:22) Administration – Clerk/Treasurer Misty Masolo reported that she has continued
working on the budget and that she received a letter from Eric Seidensticker resigning from the
Zoning Commission.
(00:06:02) Police Department – Police Chief Ed Royce reported 242 calls for service and half
being traffic. He stated that he has had some fraud calls this month. He will be traveling to Butte
for a conference, will have lunch with Chief Petty, will be helping with Lieutenant interviews for
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the Helena PD, and he has been working on the department budget. Chief Royce attended the
Chamber meeting and has an upcoming IT meeting. He reported that the new hire is moving
through the process and has the Psych interview and Police Commission left.
(00:08:05) Public Works – A written report was provided in the packet. Public Works Director
Kevin Ore reported on Habitat and Rose Hills Development. He stated that there were some
issues with Wylie 3. Declan’s last day is Saturday and Steve will be retiring in October. Both
Park positions need to be filled.
(00:10:20) Volunteer Fire Department - Fire Chief Roger Campbell reported that the fire
department participated in the ride to remember, escorting the riders out of town.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. (00:10:54) Request for Main Street Park Fee Waiver – Mayor Harris made a request
for Lewis and Clark Library, East Helena Branch, to use the Main Street Park pavilion to
a provide musical program on September 12, 2026. The Irish couple goes by the name
Four Shillings Short. There was no public comment. Councilmember Feist made a
motion to approve the request for fee waiver for Main Street Park for the Library Sept 12,
2026. Councilmember Lelans seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
2. (00:11:50) J4 Automotive Request to Use Main Street Park for the Halloween &
Christmas Strolls – Mayor Harris presented the J4 automotive request for use of Main
Street Park for a movie in the park on Halloween and a kids tent during the Christmas
Stroll. There was no public comment. Councilmember Dahl made a motion to accept the
request. Councilmember Ferguson seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
3. (00:12:20) Exemption from Bidding for Sludge Building Emergency – City Attorney
Elverum read and explained MCA 7-8-4303 Exemptions from bidding or advertising
requirements for certain contracts, and he asked Public Works Director Ore to explain
why there is a need to declare the flooding of the sludge building an emergency. Public
Works Director Kevin Ore explained that there was an explosion at the sludge plant on
the weekend of July 4th, 2026. The explosion occurred with the 8-inch sludge pipe that
feeds the sludge building from the sludge retention pond. The explosion caused the pipe
to break and proceeded to flood the entire basement with measurements of 30 x 50 x 14
and approximately 2 ft of the upper floor. Without the use of the sludge building, the city
cannot process sludge and will not be in compliance over the next year if not processed.
Actual repair time is 6-8 months but can vary due to equipment order time. A company
named Maro Brothers will bring a dewatering system in to drain the sludge basin and
process the sludge for this year. They will be here the week of September 8th. This
process needs to get going as soon as possible. There was no public comment.
Councilmember Feist made a motion to declare the sludge building explosion an
emergency and move forward with a no bid contract. Councilmember Dahl seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.

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4. (00:17:30) The FY26 Preliminary Budget – The preliminary budget was in the council
packet. Council asked questions of the department heads. The final budget public hearing
will be held Tuesday, September 1st at 6:30 p.m. during the regularly scheduled city
council meeting.
(01:24:05) MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Harris reported that he had been working on the
budget, that he had a discussion about a lot of issue in Vigilante, he mentioned Habitat for
Humanity and Rose Hills, he had several calls on Wylie 3, and he mentioned the pool employees
and the positive feedback he received about the pool. He participated in the ride to remember.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS:
(01:26:50) Don Dahl reported that there was a Planning Board. The board had a discussion on
Data Centers. Next Zoning meeting will be in January.
(01:27:50) Judy Leland had nothing to report.
(01:27:53) Wesley Feist reported that he visited with the coordinators of the ride to remember
and he shared that they were super grateful for the city staff and how helpful they were. He
participated in Alive@5 and the food truck festival. He attended MBAC planning meetings and
is the new board Chairman beginning September 1 through 2027. MBAC will be hiring an allnew staff. Wes also attended coffee with the Chamber.
(01:29:26) Suzanne Ferguson reported that she attended Alive@5.
(01:29:37) LEGAL REPORT: City Attorney Elverum reported that he had 4 trials on the
schedule and that everything is good.
(01:29:45) PAYMENT OF BILLS: Claims 300228 through 300257 were presented for
Council’s review. Councilmember Leland made a motion to pay the bills. Councilmember
Ferguson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
MEETING & EVENT SCHEDULE:
1. East Helena City Council Meeting, Tuesday, Sept 1st, 2026, 6:30 p.m., East Helena City
Hall Room 110
2. East Helena City Council Meeting, Tuesday, Sept 15th, 2026, 6:30 p.m., East Helena
City Hall Room 110
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Harris adjourned the meeting at 8:00pm.

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ADA NOTICE
The City of East Helena is committed to providing access to persons with disabilities for its meetings, in
compliance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Montana Human Rights Act. The
city will not exclude people with disabilities from participating in its meetings, or otherwise deny them the
City’s services, programs, or activities. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations to participate
in the City’s meetings, services, programs, or activities should contact the City Clerk as soon as possible to
allow sufficient time to arrange for the requested accommodation, at any of the following:
(406) 227-5321 or TTY Relay Service 1-800-253-4091 or 711
[email protected] - 306 East Main Street, P.O. Box 1170, East Helena, MT 59635

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Public W orks Departm ent
Proud to be part of E.H. Team

September 1st, 2026

1.) WWTP Report
• Received our inspection report for the Wastewater Treatment plant and City Shops from
Montana Department of Labor and Industry. See included reports, great job to all employees
out there, this is the best inspection we have had so far. (Discuss)
• Hydroseeding and landscaping is all complete at new headworks facility.
• Crews will be pulling diffusers from sludge basin to prepare for Merrill Brothers on Monday the
8th to dewater and process sludge due to damage at the sludge thickening building. Expected
to be on site for appx 1-2 weeks.
• Crews continue to sewer jet. See included map on completed lines and pictures of roots.
Thanks to Jared, Scott and Torrey for all the hard work. (Discuss)
• Had motor on floc rake for the clarifier go bad.
2.) Metal Removal Building
• Shane continues to sample BOD results of effluent wastewater.
3.) Source Water Report
• Continuing to work with Habitat for Humanity and BOI on bond for Rose Hills, September 15th
council meeting they will be asking for a change of conditions to the subdivision approval.
Asking to move turn lane construction into phase 3.
• Brent and Jared got water meters and radios ordered.
• Still working on some mechanical issues at Wylie 3. City Engineers are assisting with the
issues and hope to have resolved soon. (Discuss)
4.) Solid Waste Report
• Still have to get replacement front axle installed on old garbage truck so we have a backup.
5.) Parks
• Crew got a replacement blue spruce tree planted at Main Street Park. I submitted final
invoices into MMIA to close out the insurance claim on this.
• Had someone remove the light bulbs from JFK bathrooms and plug toilets with them. Had to
remove toilets to get bulbs out.
6.) Pool
• Crews will be draining and prepping the pool for painting.
7.) Streets
• Helena Sand will be paving Clevland between Gail and Groschell, also will be paving Valley and
Dudley to repair from water main dig, multiple small overlay patches on spots along Valley
Drive. Going to aim on overlay patches towards mid-October the 15 and 16th when school is
closed. (Discuss)
• See included speed trailer data from Porter Street by post office.
8.) Facilities
• Crews will be working on light installation at City Hall Parking Lot.
9.) Resident/City Information and Events
• Budweiser Clydesdale Horses will be on Main Street Monday afternoon the 14th.
• City Clerk/Treasurer Masolo and I have been finishing up budget for FY-27. This will be
presented for adoption on the September 15th council meeting.

CITY OF EAST HELENA
Speed Trailer Results

LOCATION: Porter Street East Bound Traffic
Dates: Aug. 13th -Aug 23rd 2026
Total Traffic Count:
Speed

0-5 MPH
6-10 MPH
11-15 MPH
16-20 MPH
21-25 MPH
26-30 MPH
31-35 MPH
36-40 MPH
41-45 MPH
46-50 MPH
51-55 MPH
56-60 MPH

15,437
Traffic Count
0
1120
3010
6608
4238
396
46
15
3
0
0
0

% of Traffic
0%
7%
19%
43%
27%
3%
>1%
>1%
>1%
0%
0%
0%

Safety Compliance Report
For
City Shop, City of East Helena
306 E Main St
East Helena, MT 59635
Inspection Date:
06/25/2026
Inspection Number:
2026INSP00287

Submitted By:
Ryan Ashby, Safety Compliance Specialist
On 08/26/2026
Employment Standards Division
Montana Department of Labor & Industry

PO Box 8011
Helena MT 59604

Phone (406) 444-6543

City Shop

2026INSP00287

Executive Summary
On 06/25/2026, Ryan Ashby, Safety Compliance Specialist from the Montana Department of
Labor & Industry conducted a safety compliance inspection at City Shop.
The inspection consisted of an opening conference, a review of recordkeeping and applicable
safety and health programs, a hazard survey, and a closing conference. During the opening
conference the scope of the visit as well as the employer’s obligation and rights were discussed.
Findings from the hazard survey, requirements for interim protection measures, procedures for
reporting corrective actions, correction due dates, and procedures for requesting extensions
were discussed and reviewed during the closing conference. Any Serious Hazards noted in this
report require a response with the corrective actions taken. Although not required, it is
encouraged to report corrective action taken for items categorized as Other Than Serious. The
safety standards and reporting requirements noted in this report are adopted by reference in
ARM 24.30.102(5).

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City Shop

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Hazard Description and Correction Recommendations

Serious Hazards
No Serious Hazards were observed at the time of inspection.

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City Shop

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Other than Serious Hazards
Item Number: 1
Standard: 29 CFR 1910.151(b). In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity
to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons
shall be adequately trained to render first aid. Adequate first aid supplies shall be readily
available.
Condition: Observed expired first aid material.
Recommended Action: Discard any expired first aid materials and replace with new material.

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City Shop

2026INSP00287

Montana Safety Culture Act Evaluation: The City of East Helena City Shop is in full
compliance with all elements of the Montana Safety Culture Act.

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City Shop

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Regulatory Assistance and Training Resources
Provided below are resources to assist employers in maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
Safety Consultation Request – http://erd.dli.mt.gov/safety-health
Safety Training via Safety Fest Montana – https://safetyfestmt.dli.mt.gov/
Federal OSHA Regulations & Guidance – http://www.osha.gov/
Montana Safety Culture Act – https://erd.dli.mt.gov/safety-health/safety-culture-act/

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City Shop

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Closing Comments
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry appreciates City Shop concern for the safety and
health of their employees. Your efforts and diligence on correcting the hazards identified is
appreciated.
Each employer has the right to request an appeal on any of the above hazards under MCA 50-71119(4). If there are questions or additional help is required, please contact Ryan Ashby at 406444-6631 or [email protected]
Submitted by,
Ryan Ashby

Ryan Ashby
Safety Compliance Specialist
Montana Department of Labor & Industry

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

2026INSP00286

Montana Safety Culture Act Evaluation: The City of East Helena Wastewater
Treatment Plant is in full compliance with all elements of the Montana Safety
Culture Act.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Regulatory Assistance and Training Resources
Provided below are resources to assist employers in maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
Safety Consultation Request – http://erd.dli.mt.gov/safety-health
Safety Training via Safety Fest Montana – https://safetyfestmt.dli.mt.gov/
Federal OSHA Regulations & Guidance – http://www.osha.gov/
Montana Safety Culture Act – https://erd.dli.mt.gov/safety-health/safety-culture-act/

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Closing Comments
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry appreciates Wastewater Treatment Plant concern
for the safety and health of their employees. Your efforts and diligence on correcting the hazards
identified is appreciated.
Each employer has the right to request an appeal on any of the above hazards under MCA 50-71119(4). If there are questions or additional help is required, please contact Ryan Ashby at 406444-6631 or [email protected]
Submitted by,
Ryan Ashby

Ryan Ashby
Safety Compliance Specialist
Montana Department of Labor & Industry

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Appendix A
List of Hazards
Wastewater Treatment Plant
306 E Main St
East Helena, MT, 59635
Inspection Number: # 2026INSP00286
This list of hazards should be posted, unedited, in a prominent place where it is readily observable
by all affected employees for thirty (30) days or until the hazards are corrected, whichever period
is longer.
This is a notification of serious hazards identified during the inspection. Please contact Ryan
Ashby at 406-444-6631 for any further information.
Hazard Summary – Serious Hazards
Item Number: 1

Correction Due Date: 09/26/2026

Standard: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): Live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or
more shall be guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms
of approved enclosures.
Condition: Employees were not protected against accidental contact with live electrical wires.

Item Number: 2

Correction Due Date: 09/26/2026

Standard: 29 CFR 1910.179(j)(1)(ii): Inspection procedure for cranes in regular service is
divided into two general classifications based upon the intervals at which inspection should be
performed. The intervals in turn are dependent upon the nature of the critical components of
the crane and the degree of their exposure to wear, deterioration, or malfunction. The two
general classifications are herein designated as "frequent" and "periodic".
Condition: Observed a hoist that was due for an annual inspection.

Appendix A
List of Hazards
City Shop
306 E Main St
East Helena, MT, 59635
Inspection Number: # 2026INSP00287
This list of hazards should be posted, unedited, in a prominent place where it is readily observable
by all affected employees for thirty (30) days or until the hazards are corrected, whichever period
is longer.
This is a notification of serious hazards identified during the inspection. Please contact Ryan
Ashby at 406-444-6631 for any further information.
Hazard Summary – Serious Hazards
No Serious Hazards were observed at the time of inspection.

Safety Compliance Report
For
Wastewater Treatment Plant, City of East Helena
306 E Main St
East Helena, MT 59635
Inspection Date:
06/25/2026
Inspection Number:
2026INSP00286

Submitted By:
Ryan Ashby, Safety Compliance Specialist
On 08/26/2026
Employment Standards Division
Montana Department of Labor & Industry

PO Box 8011
Helena MT 59604

Phone (406) 444-6543

Wastewater Treatment Plant

2026INSP00286

Executive Summary
On 06/25/2026, Ryan Ashby, Safety Compliance Specialist from the Montana Department of
Labor & Industry conducted a safety compliance inspection at Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The inspection consisted of an opening conference, a review of recordkeeping and applicable
safety and health programs, a hazard survey, and a closing conference. During the opening
conference the scope of the visit as well as the employer’s obligation and rights were discussed.
Findings from the hazard survey, requirements for interim protection measures, procedures for
reporting corrective actions, correction due dates, and procedures for requesting extensions
were discussed and reviewed during the closing conference. Any Serious Hazards noted in this
report require a response with the corrective actions taken. Although not required, it is
encouraged to report corrective action taken for items categorized as Other Than Serious. The
safety standards and reporting requirements noted in this report are adopted by reference in
ARM 24.30.102(5).

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

2026INSP00286

Hazard Description and Correction Recommendations
Serious Hazards
Item Number: 1
Standard: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): Live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or
more shall be guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of
approved enclosures.
Condition: Employees were not protected against accidental contact with live electrical wires.
Recommended Action: Enclose exposed wires by use of approved cabinets, substantial
partitions, or screens so arranged so that only qualified persons will have access to the space
within reach of the live parts.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Item Number: 2
Standard: 29 CFR 1910.179(j)(1)(ii): Inspection procedure for cranes in regular service is
divided into two general classifications based upon the intervals at which inspection should be
performed. The intervals in turn are dependent upon the nature of the critical components of
the crane and the degree of their exposure to wear, deterioration, or malfunction. The two
general classifications are herein designated as "frequent" and "periodic".
Condition: Observed a hoist that was due for an annual inspection.
Recommended Action: Set up inspection criteria for both frequent and periodic inspections and
have the hoist(s) inspected according to the criteria. The inspections and any defects identified
during the inspections must be documented.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Other than Serious Hazards
Item Number: 3
Standard: 29 CFR 1910.151(b). In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity
to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons
shall be adequately trained to render first aid. Adequate first aid supplies shall be readily
available.
Condition: Observed expired first aid materials.
Recommended Action: Discard any expired first aid materials and replace with new material.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Item Number: 4
Standard: 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(1):Exit routes must be kept free of explosive or highly flammable
furnishings or other decorations.
Condition: Observed flammable furnishings stored next to an exit route.
Recommended Action: Clear exit routes of flammable furnishings.

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CITY OF EAST HELENA
306 E MAIN ST / PO BOX 1170
EAST HELENA, MT 59635
(406) 227-5321
ORIGINAL COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 2026-09-01
Agenda item:
New Hire recommendation for the East Helena Police Department
From:

Initiated by City:

☐YES

■
☐NO

(check one)

Department:
Police Department
Presented by:
Ed royce
Action requested:
PLEASE PROVIDE A NARRATIVE BACKGROUND OF THE PROPOSED AGENDA ITEM:

Attachments:

☐YES
■

☐NO

(check one)

Date submitted:

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Approve for agenda:
Referred to Dept. Head for resolution:
Referred to
:

☐YES
☐YES
☐YES

☐NO
☐NO
☐NO

Initial:
_____
_____
_____

Agenda requests must be submitted to East Helena City Hall by noon the Wednesday prior to the
Tuesday council meeting.

2017-11-02

CITY OF EAST HELENA
306 E MAIN ST / PO BOX 1170
EAST HELENA, MT 59635
(406) 227-5321
ORIGINAL COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 2026-09-01
Agenda item:
New Hire recommendation for the East Helena Police Department
From:

Initiated by City:

☐YES

■
☐NO

(check one)

Department:
Police Department
Presented by:
Ed royce
Action requested:
PLEASE PROVIDE A NARRATIVE BACKGROUND OF THE PROPOSED AGENDA ITEM:

Attachments:

☐YES
■

☐NO

(check one)

Date submitted:

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Approve for agenda:
Referred to Dept. Head for resolution:
Referred to
:

☐YES
☐YES
☐YES

☐NO
☐NO
☐NO

Initial:
_____
_____
_____

Agenda requests must be submitted to East Helena City Hall by noon the Wednesday prior to the
Tuesday council meeting.

2017-11-02

CITY OF EAST HELENA
306 E MAIN ST / PO BOX 1170
EAST HELENA, MT 59635
(406) 227-5321
ORIGINAL COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 2026-09-01
Agenda item:
New Hire recommendation for the East Helena Police Department
From:

Initiated by City:

☐YES

■
☐NO

(check one)

Department:
Police Department
Presented by:
Ed royce
Action requested:
PLEASE PROVIDE A NARRATIVE BACKGROUND OF THE PROPOSED AGENDA ITEM:

Attachments:

☐YES
■

☐NO

(check one)

Date submitted:

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Approve for agenda:
Referred to Dept. Head for resolution:
Referred to
:

☐YES
☐YES
☐YES

☐NO
☐NO
☐NO

Initial:
_____
_____
_____

Agenda requests must be submitted to East Helena City Hall by noon the Wednesday prior to the
Tuesday council meeting.

2017-11-02

ADDRESS AGREEMENT
City of East Helena and Lewis & Clark County

The Lewis & Clark County GIS/Addressing Office (County) is responsible for assigning, reassigning,
and maintaining roads and physical property addresses in Lewis and Clark County for the provision
of emergency services. The County has historically been responsible for addressing functions for
the City of East Helena.
Whereas, the County Addressing Office created and adopted Resolution 2024-59, Creating
Site Address and Road Naming Conventions for Lewis & Clark County for establishing and
maintaining policies and procedures associated to assigning address numbers, assisting
with validating existing addresses and road names, and promoting display of appropriate
address signage on properties; and,
Whereas, this agreement will promote health and safety by standardizing addresses within
Lewis & Clark County; and,
Whereas, this agreement will ensure that addressing functions remain accurate and
consistent within Lewis & Clark County.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree to the following addressing conventions, policies, and
procedures.

Responsibilities
The City of East Helena will provide the County with new Address Applications.
The City of East Helena will require its residents to comply with conventions established by the
County.
East Helena Address Applications received by the County require review and approval from the City
of East Helena prior to assignment.
The County will assign/reassign addresses within the City of East Helena.
After assignment/reassignment, the County will email notification letters to service providers and
City departments.
The County will perform all other addressing functions for the City in accordance with existing Site
Address and Road Naming Conventions.