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City of Hamilton Boards
MEETING
SCHEDULE
DESCRIPTION OF BOARDS
AND COMMISSIONS
Zoning Board of Adjustment - This Board's functions are to
determine whether proposed conditional uses are appropriate and in the best interests of
the public; to hear and decide the merits of variances from the terms of the
zoning ordinance, except that requests for uses that
constitute a change in zoning are the responsibility of the Council; and to hear and
resolve appeals of administrative actions in enforcing this ordinance. Such appeals shall
be initiated within thirty (30) days of the administrative action.
b. Hears, tries, and decides all charges brought against a police
officer (MCA 7-32-4155).
c. This commission consists of three (3) residents who serve three year
terms and who must be confirmed by the City Council.
Library Board - The only joint board the City has is the
Library Board. This Board consists of 5 members: 2 each appointed by the City and County,
and 1 being appointed jointly by the Board. This Board governs total operation of the
Library, has final decision authority, and has the authority to make loans and grants.
Board of Appeals - This board consists of three board members
and one alternate member. Citizens wishing to appeal a judgment made by the Building
Inspector may appeal to this group.
Parks Board - The Parks Board functions are to research the
City's existing parks and recreation programs, prepare an
inventory of both private and public parks and recreation programs available to residents
of the City of Hamilton and make a recommendation to the Planning Board and the City Council the short and long term parks and recreation needs for
the City of Hamilton.
Planning Board - The Planning Board functions are to advise
and assist the City in the development of goals and objectives for the future direction
and growth of the City of Hamilton including but not limited to the present health,
safety, convenience, and welfare of the citizens. The role of the board is to plan for
future development of the community to the end that:
a. Infrastructure systems be planned
b. New community centers grow only with adequate highway, utility,
health, educational, and recreational facilities
c. The needs of agriculture, industry, and business be recognized for
future growth
d. Residential areas provide beneficial surroundings for family life
e. The growth of the community be commensurate with and promote the
efficient and economical use of public funds
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