Froid Council Talks Clearing Streets, Alleys

The Froid Town Council held its regular meeting Monday, Dec. 9, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

During public comment, Scott Westlund recommended area residents seek legal counsel when considering easements for wind and solar technologies. Public works director Alan Engelke added residents should also take care when considering oil and gas leases and easements, as activity has been picking up in the north country during recent months.

Engelke provided an update on public works, which included new LED bulbs for the office and minor shop repairs.

Mayor Sheri Crain said vehicles and boats parked on Main Street need to be moved to allow for Montana Department of Transportation highway and sidewalk clearing efforts. Alleys, she said, also need to be kept clear in case of emergencies.

She added that the presence of Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office deputy Russ Corbell in town as a resident has helped keep nuisances and disturbances of the peace to a minimum. Corbell delivered the sheriff office’s monthly report, which included three calls for service and no arrests. A break-in at an area fertilizer plant is under investigation.

A resolution was passed stipulating salaries and wages for council members, public works and the town clerk.

The council approved HB355 funding for repairs to area streets and trouble spots.

Meeting minutes were approved for the Nov. 11 meeting, as were claims. The next regular council meeting is set for Jan. 13.