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Final Minutes for October 2023 Town Council Meetings
11/17/2023
The final minutes for the October 10 Water/Sewer Rates Public Hearing #2 and for the October 10 Town Council Meeting are linked below.
Bulk Water Plant Closed For The Season
11/13/2023
The Bulk Water plant has been winterized and is closed for the season, and a new door has been installed. The plant will reopen next spring.
Subdivision Regulations Public Hearing, and Monthly Town Council Meeting, Are Both on November 14
11/9/2023
The Richey Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Office/Firehall for the purpose of receiving public input on proposed changes for the 2023 Dawson County, City of Glendive, and Town of Richey Subdivision Regulations. The full notice is linked below.
Town Council Adopts Second Readings of Revisions to Existing Ordinances
10/30/2023
At its October 10 meeting, the Richey Town Council adopted the second and final readings of several ordinance revisions pertaining to the Town Judge; Water, Sewer, and Garbage Services; and Building Permits. These revised ordinances will be effective November 10, 2023, in accordance with state law and are linked below for your reference.
UPDATE: Garbage Pick-up Will Be On SATURDAY This Week
10/27/2023
Because Highway 254 out of Glendive still has not been plowed, G&G will be collecting Richey's garbage on SATURDAY this week.
Public Hearing for Updated Subdivision Regulations on November 14
10/24/2023
The Richey Town Council will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed changes to the Dawson County, City of Glendive and Town of Richey Subdivision Regulations. These changes are being proposed by the Dawson County Planning Board, which includes two representatives from Richey. The hearing is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at the Town Office/Fire Hall on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The proposed changes are highlighted in red text in the linked document. The major changes can be found on pages 19-20, and pertain to the gift or sale of parcels to an immediate family member.
Final Minutes for September 2023 Town Council Meetings
10/23/2023
The final minutes for the September 12 Water/Sewer Rates Public Hearing #1 and for the September 12 Town Council Meeting are linked below.
New Water, Sewer, and Bulk Water Rates Are Now In Effect
10/23/2023
On October 10, 2023, the Richey Town Council approved the following increases to the Town's water, sewer, and bulk water rates. These increases represent the second half of an overall rate adjustment that was announced in mid-2022 to support the upcoming Phase 2 of the water system improvements project and to demonstrate that the Town can financially sustain these capital improvements and associated debt over the long term.
Partial Street Closures Today
10/19/2023
There are partial street closures today on Wheat Ave. West next to the fertilizer plant, and on Main Street near Stockman Bank. Please do not park or drive within the barricades, and give the construction crews plenty of room to work safely. Thanks!
Roll-Off Dumpster Now Available For Yard Waste
10/17/2023
G&G Garbage has generously donated a 30-foot roll-off dumpster in which residents of Richey can dispose of their yard waste. It is located behind the Town Office and will be available until full.
Sidewalk Construction on Main Street in Front of Bank
10/17/2023
A portion of sidewalk on Main Street in front of Stockman Bank is being removed and re-poured this week. Please be alert for workers and equipment, and be careful when driving or walking in this area. Thanks!
Upcoming Town Office Hours
10/10/2023
The Richey Town Office will be open on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 10 and 11, and then closed for the remainder of this week.
Road Closure on 2nd Street East
10/9/2023
2nd Street East, between Royal Avenue and Elk Avenue, is closed for a water line replacement. Please use caution when walking or driving in this area. Thanks!
REMINDER: Water/Sewer Rates Public Hearing, and Monthly Town Council Meeting, Are Both on October 10
10/6/2023
The Richey Town Council will hold a second public hearing on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Office/Firehall for the purpose of receiving public input on the Town’s proposal to increase Water, Sewer, and Bulk Water rates. The full notice is linked below.
New Town of Richey Recycling Trailer
10/5/2023
The town of richey's New Recycling Trailer WAS Purchased with Generous Donations From:
- Tri-County Implement
- McCone Electric Co-op
- Mid-Rivers Communications
- Grasslands Federal Credit Union
- Nortana Grain Co.
- Prairie Ag Co-op
- Big Sky Hardware, Lumber, and Grocery
- Richey FFA
The Town of Richey thanks all who donated and sponsored the new recycling trailer.