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Daniels County swears in members of new Local Government Study Commission
Summary
Daniels County commissioners on Nov. 22 formally appointed and swore in members of a new Local Government Study Commission and named a temporary presiding officer; members plan training and will discuss meeting schedules, budgets and potential inter‑jurisdiction collaboration.
Daniels County commissioners convened a Nov. 22 special meeting and appointed ex‑officio members to the county's Local Government Study Commission, then administered the oath and signed paperwork to formalize the panel.
Commissioners approved the meeting agenda at the start of the session and then considered several candidates for the study commission. After a nomination and second, Jessica Larson was appointed to the commission without opposition. Later in the meeting the commission voted to appoint Joanne as the temporary presiding officer; both motions carried unanimously.
The commission agreed to attend a December 10 training in Sidney and noted that in‑person registration costs $275 per person. Commissioners said they expect to meet regularly and discussed holding monthly meetings in accessible county facilities, including the ambulance barn, the Friendship Room and other community spaces to encourage public participation.
During the swearing ceremony new members recited the oath to "support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Montana" and to discharge the duties of the Daniels County local government study commission with fidelity. Clerk and Recorder Christie administered the oath and handled registration and paperwork.
Members asked county staff about budget lines and whether the training and travel would require a formal amendment; Christie advised staff would track expenses and notify the commission if a budget change was necessary. Commissioners also discussed logistics such as claims and mileage forms for travel reimbursement.
The study commission's stated early agenda items include electing a permanent presiding officer after members complete training, developing a budget, deciding whether to cooperate with other jurisdictions and considering consolidation or collaboration of services. Commissioners said they will publicize future meetings and seek public input as the commission moves forward.
The commission did not take further formal actions at the Nov. 22 session beyond appointments and adjourned after completing the agenda.
