January 18, 2018
COMMISSIONERS’ PROCEEDINGS
January 18, 2018
Commissioners Doug Tucker, Scott Blain, and Bill Bullock, and Administrative Assistant Angela Newell were present.
9:00 Alistair Baker Carbon County News, Fromberg Attorney Hope Freeman, Council member Shirley Miller, and Mayor Richard Anderson met with Commissioners to discuss Fromberg Law Enforcement Services Agreement. Hope noted the initial contract period is 6-months at $23,750, and does not designated personnel to respond to calls like the agreement with Joliet. Shirley noted Council had a highly attended meeting in Fromberg where the public’s response to contracting law enforcement with the County was positive. 9:05 Sheriff Josh McQuillan joined the meeting. Commissioner Bullock asked what criteria would be used to evaluate the 6-month trial period; Fromberg will look at number of calls and response times. Angela noted there will be a project code set up in accounting to track actual costs. Commissioner Tucker suggested the Town and Sheriff meet with the school administration to make sure they understand how response times and service may change going forward. Commissioner Blain noted he perceives great service in Joliet with contract.
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COMMISSIONERS’ PROCEEDINGS
January 18, 2018 (cont.)
Commissioner Bullock moved to approve Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Town of Fromberg pending review by County Attorney; Commissioner Blain seconded; motion carried.
First off let me say, the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office was a much needed improvement! It’s been an absolute blessing, not having to deal with Ralph Dawson and his arrogant, mean, demoralizing, intimidating demeanor! All the County Officers are SO professional! Those minutes from the commissioners meeting have me wondering the same things. If I recall right, Mr. Anderson had to swear in the newly elected Mayor prior to the January meeting as he was leaving town. As he was such an avid supporter of officer Dawson and his implorable tactics, I’m rather surprised. I can’t help but think there had to be a alternative motive to this.