Belgrade, Montana
Upcoming
City Council
At this workshop meeting, the Belgrade City Council will discuss code enforcement concerns and current staffing levels, as well as receive updates on the progress of City Hall and the Belgrade Justice Center. As a workshop session, no formal action will be taken on the items discussed. A public forum will allow residents to comment on any matter within the Council's jurisdiction.
- Discuss code enforcement concerns and current staffing
- Receive update on City Hall (Quaw) project progress
- Receive update on Belgrade Justice Center (Heck) project progress
Recent meetings
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and consider several key items including a zone map amendment to rezone the McMillan Property to Mixed Residential (MR), an interim zoning ordinance to restructure the planning commission under the Montana Land Use Planning Act, adoption of the FY27 master fee schedule, and the preliminary FY27 operating budget. In the discussion agenda, the council will vote on the annexation of the McMillan Property, a preliminary plat extension for the Stone Creek subdivision, and appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Health.
- Public hearing: Zone map amendment to rezone McMillan Property to Mixed Residential (MR) district
- Public hearing: Interim Zoning Ordinance No. 2026-6 to shift subdivision appeals to Planning Commission
- Public hearing: Resolution 2026-10 adopting the FY27 Master Fee Schedule
- Public hearing: Resolution 2026-15 adopting the preliminary FY27 budget
- Discussion: Resolution 2026-13 approving annexation of the McMillan Property and annexation agreement
Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District board will discuss and consider an adjustment to the proposed FY27 budget and consider selecting a pavilion for Corbett Park. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Discuss and consider an adjustment to the proposed BRPTRD FY27 budget
- Discuss and consider pavilion selection for Corbett Park (with Poligon Structures presentation)
- Approval of June 4, 2026 board minutes
City/County Planning Board
The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider a zone map amendment rezoning the McMillan Property to the Mixed Residential (MR) district. The board will also decide on a sign variance application for a single-pylon billboard with two signs downtown.
- Public hearing on zone map amendment to rezone McMillan Property to Mixed Residential (MR) district
- Decision on sign variance (VAR-26-05) for a single-pylon billboard with two signs
City Council
This is a workshop session of the Belgrade City Council; no formal action will be taken. The Council will discuss the America 250 Block Party and Fireworks Show, project updates on city wells, repairs to the Water Resource Recovery Facility Oxidation Ditch #1, updates on street fees and master plans, and the FY27 Master Fee Schedule. A public forum allows residents to comment on any matter under the Council's jurisdiction.
- Discuss City's America 250 Block Party and Fireworks Show
- Discuss project updates on city wells
- Discuss Water Resource Recovery Facility Oxidation Ditch #1 repairs
- Discuss updates on street fees and master plans
- Discuss the FY27 Master Fee Schedule
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will consider approving the Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision findings of fact as part of the consent agenda. The main discussion item is the mayor's recommendations to fill vacancies on the Parks Board and the TIF Advisory Committee, with several applicants listed. Reports from the mayor, city attorney, and city manager will also be presented.
- Consent agenda: Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision Findings of Fact (document SUB-26-3_YUKON_FOF_DRAFT.PDF)
- Mayor's recommendations to Parks Board: applicants Perry, Young, Steadman, and Kjerstad
- Mayor's recommendations to TIF Advisory Committee: applicants Cetraro, Madsen, and McDonald
- Public forum for comments on non-agenda items
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the annual street fee and the annual forestry fee. No formal action will be taken; this is a discussion-only session. Public comments are limited to three minutes.
- Discuss Annual Street Fee Update
- Discuss Annual Forestry Fee Update
Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will discuss and consider the FY27 budget and call for a public hearing on the park assessment on September 3, 2026. The board will also consider approving a design for a dog park at Henson Park. Consent items include approval of the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Discuss and consider BRPTRD FY27 budget and call for public hearing on park assessment on September 3, 2026
- Discuss and consider approval of a dog park design at Henson Park
- Consider approval of May 7, 2026 minutes draft
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will discuss and consider Resolution 2026-9 to withdraw from the Belgrade-Gallatin County City-County Planning Board and return extraterritorial planning jurisdiction to Gallatin County. They will also consider preliminary plat approval for the Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision and an emergency declaration and authorization of expenditure for water system well failures. Consent agenda includes approval of council minutes from December 2025.
- Consent agenda: approval of council minutes from Dec 1 and Dec 15, 2025
- Discussion and possible preliminary plat approval for Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision
- Resolution 2026-9 to withdraw from Belgrade-Gallatin County City-County Planning Board and transition extraterritorial planning back to Gallatin County
- Emergency declaration and authorization of expenditure for water system well failures
- Reports from Mayor, City Attorney, and City Manager
Interim Planning Commission
The Belgrade Interim Planning Commission is meeting on May 27, 2026, but the agenda contains no items for discussion or decision. This is a procedural meeting with no business to conduct.
City/County Planning Board
The board will discuss and potentially approve the Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat, a development proposal. A public hearing will be held on a variance request to convert an existing billboard to a digital display along I-90. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat discussion
- Public hearing for digital billboard conversion variance on I-90
- Approval of April 27, 2026 meeting minutes
Library Advisory Board
The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board will discuss the proposed FY27 library budget, updates to the Summer Learning Program, a makerspace waiver, and a draft Library of Things collection policy. Public comment is invited. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.
- Discussion of FY27 Library Budget
- Summer Learning Program updates
- Makerspace waiver proposal
- Draft Library of Things Collection Policy
- Library report and upcoming meeting schedule
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing and consider second reading of Ordinance 2026-3, which would adopt new subdivision regulations compliant with the Montana Land Use Planning Act. The council will also discuss a resolution authorizing an application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance, and consider a partial release of the improvements agreement for the Yellow Iron Subdivision on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on second reading of Ordinance 2026-3 adopting new subdivision regulations
- Discussion of Resolution 2026-8 authorizing application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance
- Consent agenda: partial release of improvements agreement for Yellow Iron Subdivision
Senior Center Advisory Board
This meeting of the Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
City Council
This is a workshop session; no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss MS4 compliance and the potential creation of a stormwater utility. Public comment is invited.
- MS4 compliance and stormwater utility discussion (workshop, no vote)
Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2026. The consent agenda includes approval of the April 2, 2026 minutes. The main discussion item is possible locations for skatepark planning and design. Public comment is invited for items not on the agenda.
- Discuss possible locations for skatepark planning and design
- Approval of April 2, 2026 parks board minutes
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold two public hearings to discuss and consider a new Land Use Plan and Subdivision Regulations compliant with the Montana Land Use Planning Act. The consent agenda includes a master lease purchase agreement for a Mack Granite plow truck and approval of past council minutes. A proclamation for Building Safety Month will also be discussed.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2026-7, adopting a Land Use Plan and Future Land Use Map per the Montana Land Use Planning Act
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-3, adopting new Subdivision Regulations per the Montana Land Use Planning Act
- Consent item: Consider Master Lease Purchase Agreement for a Mack Granite Plow Truck
- Consent item: Approval of draft council minutes from November 10 and November 17, 2025
- Discussion of Mayor's Proclamation for Building Safety Month
Interim Planning Commission
The Belgrade Interim Planning Commission will discuss and consider the City of Belgrade Land Use Plan and an ordinance for subdivision regulations, both required to comply with the Montana Land Use Planning Act. No votes are scheduled; the items are presented for deliberation and public comment.
- Discuss and consider the City of Belgrade Land Use Plan compliant with the Montana Land Use Planning Act (documents: COBLUP_RESO_IPC_5.4.26_DRAFT.PDF, COBLUP_IPC_DRAFT.PDF, and others).
- Discuss and consider an ordinance for subdivision regulations compliant with the Montana Land Use Planning Act (documents: ORDINANCE_2026_SUBREGS_PC_DRAFT.PDF, DRAFT IPC SUBREGS.PDF, and others).
- Approval of the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda or to request future agenda items.
City/County Planning Board
The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a double-faced billboard along I-90. The board will also approve minutes from its February 23, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing on Variance Request VAR-26-03 for a double-faced billboard on I-90
- Approval of February 23, 2026 meeting minutes
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold a two‑day planning retreat on April 23‑24, 2026 at the Copper King Convention Center in Butte. Council members and staff will discuss and prioritize policy issues, but no policy decisions or actions will be taken during the workshop. The public may comment during a session on April 24 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm. Attendees must register by 3 pm on April 16, 2026.
- Planning retreat April 23‑24, 2026 at Copper King Convention Center, Butte, MT
- Public comment session April 24, 2026, 1:00‑1:30 pm
- Registration required by 3 pm April 16, 2026 via Camille Gregory (406‑388‑3559 or [email protected])
- No policy decisions or actions will be taken during the retreat
Board of Adjustment
The Belgrade Board of Adjustment will elect a chair and vice chair, then hold a public hearing to discuss and consider variance requests for a proposed gym and kennel at 1206 Rizzo Ln, submitted by Brad and Janice Hall.
- Election of Board of Adjustment Chair and Vice Chair
- Public hearing on variance requests for a gym and kennel at 1206 Rizzo Ln
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will discuss the Mayor’s Arbor Day proclamation and hear a public comment period. Council members will consider Resolution 2026-5 to establish Lighting District 2446 covering Prescott Ranch Phase 2, and Resolution 2026-6 to rename Depot Drive to Copper Ranch Road. A school district will present its upcoming levy request.
- Discuss Mayor’s Arbor Day proclamation
- Resolution 2026-5 to create Lighting District 2446 – Prescott Ranch Phase 2
- Resolution 2026-6 to rename Depot Drive to Copper Ranch Road
- School district presentation on upcoming levy request
- Reports from Mayor, City Attorney, and City Manager
City Council
The Belgrade City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the MLUPA process, the City of Belgrade Land Use Plan, the Future Land Use Map, and proposed subdivision regulations compliant with MLUPA. No formal action will be taken; this is a discussion session open to public comment.
- Discussion of MLUPA (Montana Land Use Planning Act) compliance process
- Review of City of Belgrade Land Use Plan
- Review of draft Future Land Use Map (FLUM) dated 032026
- Review of draft Belgrade Subdivision Regulations (dated 040626)
- Public comment period for workshop topics
Interim Planning Commission
The Interim Planning Commission will hold a workshop on draft subdivision regulations to bring them into compliance with the Montana Land Use Planning Act (MLUPA). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion-only session.
- Workshop on draft Belgrade subdivision regulations to align with MLUPA requirements