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.

  • Police Commission - This Commission:
                                 
                                  a. Examines all applicants for the police force (MCA 7-32-4154).

    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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