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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions In Effect For Richey Starting July 27 at Noon
7/26/2024
Dawson County will be entering into Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective Saturday, July 27, at 12:00 p.m. The Town of Richey will follow suit with the same restrictions.
Town Council Updates Two Traffic Ordinances
7/16/2024
At its July 9, 2024, meeting, the Richey Town Council adopted the second reading of updates to two of the Town's traffic ordinances: Chapter 10.04, "Traffic Violations by Minors," and Chapter 10.12, "Driving in the Town of Richey." These revisions were made to align with Montana state law and to remove outdated provisions.
Street Patching Today on North Side of Town
7/11/2024
Street patching will be happening today, Thursday, primarily on the north side of Town. Please use caution when driving in this area, and give the workers and equipment plenty of room so as to avoid any accidents or getting hot oil spray on your vehicle. Thanks!
Monthly Town Council Meeting on July 9
7/5/2024
The Richey Town Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Office/Fire Hall. A link to the agenda is provided below.
July 4th Holiday Garbage Update
7/2/2024
Because of the July 4th holiday on Thursday, garbage collection day will be on FRIDAY this week. The Town Office will be closed on Thursday as well.
Town Council Adopts Updated Utilities Ordinance and Revised Water/Sewer Service Rates
7/1/2024
On June 25, 2024, the Richey Town Council formally adopted Ordinance Chapter 4.30, "Water and Sewer Systems and the Provision of Water, Sewer, and Garbage Collection Services." Apart from consolidating or rescinding 4 previous ordinances and 14 previous resolutions, the updated Ordinance lays the groundwork for (1) completing the water system improvements project for the entire Town, (2) generating sufficient revenue to cover the costs of providing water and sewer services, and (3) equitably distributing these costs among all residents who benefit from these systems.
2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Is Now Available
6/28/2024
The Town of Richey has published its 2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, which is available at the link below. We are pleased to report that the Town had no violations.
Town Council Considers Revisions to Various Ordinances
6/19/2024
At its regular monthly meeting on June 11, the Richey Town Council adopted the second reading of revisions to Ordinance Chapter 12.04, "Street Closures," to delegate approval of street closure permits to the Town’s administration (instead of the Council) to make the process more timely and efficient.
Final Minutes for May Town Council Meeting and May 21 Working Session
6/18/2024
The final minutes for the May 14 Town Council meeting and for the May 21 Council working session are linked below.
And the Yard Contest Winner Is...
6/17/2024
James and Tia Gorman at 308 North Main Street! The Mayor and Town Council members donated their stipends for the month of June as the prize money, so the Gormans will be receiving around $310. Congratulations!!
Phase II Water Project Construction Update
6/14/2024
GREAT NEWS!! On May 30, the Town reviewed the five construction bids it received for Phase II of the water main replacement project. Having this many interested contractors made the bid process much more competitive this time around, and as a result, the Town will be able to replace 12 full blocks of water mains this summer! Second Street East, 1st Street East, 1st Street West, and 2nd Street West will all be upgraded between Royal Ave. and Railroad Ave. The Town Council has officially accepted the bid from Easton Companies, out of Bozeman, which expects to begin construction during the second half of August and complete the work before the cold weather sets in. We will continue to post updates as they become available, and if you have any questions in the meantime, please contact the Town Office. Thanks!
Two Public Hearings and Town Council Special Meeting on June 25
6/13/2024
The Richey Town Council will hold two public hearings on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Office/Fire Hall.
Garbage Update for June 7
6/7/2024
UPDATE: Commercial dumpsters will be fully emptied on Saturday morning, June 8. We apologize for the further delay and appreciate your patience.
Monthly Town Council Meeting and Two Public Hearings On June 11
6/7/2024
The Richey Town Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Office/Fire Hall. A link to the agenda is provided below.
Garbage Update for June 6
6/6/2024
Commercial dumpsters will be fully emptied either Thursday afternoon or Friday morning this week due to G&G truck maintenance. In the meantime, the dumpsters will be partially emptied by hand. All residential totes are being emptied as normal Thursday morning.