The Bulletin - Nov. 21-25

Thank you for subscribing to Gallatin County's weekly newsletter! We hope this publication will keep you up to date on the latest Gallatin County happenings - from projects and public meetings, to events and employee accomplishments, and much more!

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Catching Up with the Commission
Nov. 18, 2022

Check out this week's video update from the Gallatin County Commission by clicking the photo below!

Thanksgiving Week Closures

It's that time of year when we take stock in all we have to be grateful for, and boy do we have a lot! At the top of our list - YOU! Our residents make Gallatin County such a special place to live, work, and play. We are so thankful to all the folks in our communities across the county!

A friendly reminder that county offices will be CLOSED on Thursday, Nov. 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. This includes both the Logan Landfill and Bozeman Convenience Site.

The Logan Landfill and Bozeman Convenience Site will be open for regular hours the day after Thanksgiving, BUT there are a number of county offices that will be closed on Friday, Nov. 25. Those departments are:

• Water Quality District
• Planning
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Rest Home
• Code Compliance
• Engineering
• 911 Support Services
• County Administrator
• Superintendent of Schools
• GIS
• Extension
• Commission
• Fairgrounds
• Weed Department
• Road Department
• Health Department

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and safe Thanksgiving holiday!

Fairgrounds Accepting Inquiries for Facility Rentals

The Gallatin County Fairgrounds is now accepting inquiries for facility rentals in 2023. From equestrian events to trade shows, we're ready to accommodate you!

For more information visit: https://gallatincountyfairgrounds.com/facilities

Donations Sought for Rest Home Gift Shop

The Gallatin Rest Home Auxiliary will be hosting a gift shop for our residents on Dec. 3. Santa’s shop will allow our residents to choose gifts for their family at no cost to them. 

We are seeking donations to fill our shop for residents! Suggested items include: gloves, hats, jewelry, lotion sets, tins of cookies, candies, scarves, hot chocolate or coffee gift sets, decorations, or anything else you think would bring a smile.

The Auxiliary will wrap and even mail presents if needed.

Please drop off your donations at the Rest Home, located 1221 Durston Road in Bozeman, no later than Nov. 30.

Open Burning Ends in Gallatin County on Nov. 30

There are only a few more weeks of open burning left in the season in Gallatin County.

Open burning in Gallatin County ends on November 30, and will reopen on March 1.

If you still have burning projects you need to get done before the end of the month, remember that burn permits are required. Permits can be obtained online at www.gallatinburnpermits.com or in person at the following locations:

• Bozeman Fire Department – 901 N. Rouse Ave., Bozeman
• Central Valley Fire District – 215 Wings Way, Belgrade
• Gallatin County Treasurer’s Office – 311 W. Main St., room 103, Bozeman
• Three Forks Community Library – 607 N. Main St., Three Forks

Permits can be activated online or by calling 1-888-540-8131.

More information on what you can and cannot burn, and the current open burning status in your fire district, can be found here.

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality can permit burning during the winter depending on conditions. Those wishing to conduct a burning project from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28 must apply and request a Burner Identification Number at least two weeks ahead of time. The morning you wish to burn, you must then contact the DEQ meteorologist to receive approval to burn. If approval is granted, you then must activate a purchased Gallatin County DEQ Notification permit at www.gallatinburnpermits.com.

More information on winter burning can be found here.

Attention Hunters! Game Animal Carcass Disposal Available in Gallatin County

Southwest Montana hunters can help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) by properly disposing of game animal carcasses at three locations across Gallatin County this hunting season.

Dumping carcasses is illegal, unethical, and can spread numerous diseases, including CWD, a fatal disease of deer, elk, and moose.

The Gallatin Solid Waste Management District is proud to assist Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks by providing safe places to dispose of game animal carcasses.

Sites include the Logan Landfill, Bozeman Convenience Site, and West Yellowstone Transfer Station

More info here!

Featured County Job Posting: GIS Technician for Clerk & Recorder

Each week, we will feature one of our current job openings at Gallatin County! You can find this position and many more here.

The Gallatin County Clerk & Recorder's Office is looking for a GIS professional to join its team as the office's new GIS technician! 

This position is responsible for designing and producing maps as well as related parcel data management functions for the Clerk and Recorder’s Recording Office. This person also maintains and checks the accuracy of county plat books and assists the public with technical questions regarding the records in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. The job also comes with incredible benefits like health, dental and medical, as well as paid parental leave, tuition assistance, and more!

You can see the full job posting here.

COVID-19 Testing and Vaccines in Gallatin County
 

The Gallatin City-County Health Department continues to provide COVID-19 testing and vaccines to our community! 

For information on testing, click HERE!

For information on vaccines, click HERE!

Gallatin County In The News

Gallatin County 911 Director discusses importance of locally registered AEDs
With levy approved, rest home official eyes improvements
Gallatin County Commission to consider workforce housing development in Big Sky
Search and Rescue finds missing person safe in Bozeman urban search
Development in Four Corners slated for final approval

Upcoming Commission Meetings
 

The following meetings of the Gallatin County Commission are quorum meetings. Click on the meeting name for agendas, meeting locations, and virtual attendance options. You can see the full calendar here. Please note the calendar is subject to change. For questions on any upcoming meetings, email commission@gallatin.mt.gov or call 406-582-3000. 

Monday, Nov. 21
- Work Session - 8:30 AM
- General Election Canvass - 10 AM
- County Attorney Meeting - 1:45 PM

Tuesday, Nov. 22
- Public Meeting - 9 AM

Wednesday, Nov. 23
- Opioid Lawsuit Settlement Discussion - 8:30 AM
- Buy/Sell Agreement - 9:30 AM

Thursday, Nov. 24
*County offices closed for Thanksgiving*

Friday, Nov. 25
*Most county offices closed for Thanksgiving*

Monday, Nov. 28
- Work Session - 8:30 AM
- Chief Officer Meeting - 10:30 AM
- Health Department Director Update Meeting - 1 PM
- County Attorney Meeting - 1:45 PM

Planning and Community Development

What's New & Happening Now - Check out this page for the latest information on subdivisions under review, planning meeting agendas, buildings for lease or rent applications, and other large projects across the county. 

Upcoming Planning and Community Development Meetings
You can see the full calendar here. Please note the calendar is subject to change.

• Tuesday, Nov. 22
  - Planning Board - 6 PM