Missoula County public meetings in 2024
153 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several professional service agreements and board appointments. Key items include infrastructure design for shared-use paths and an employment agreement for the County Chief Financial Officer.
- Contract amendment with Debris Tech LLC for storm monitoring services not to exceed $750,000
- Professional services agreement with DJ&A, P.C. for Blue Mountain Road shared-use path not to exceed $47,233
- Professional services agreement with DJ&A, P.C. for Mullan Road shared-use path not to exceed $48,585
- ARPA-funded HVAC construction administration with Ameresco Inc. not to exceed $54,017
- Employment agreement for Andrew Czorny as Chief Financial Officer through January 1, 2027
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on Dec. 31, 2024. The agenda includes public comment on items not on the agenda, a brief review of the Walker‑Keleher Family Transfer presented by Katy Reeder, and a briefing on event permitting for PTOL and Marshall Mountain presented by Jackson Lee. No specific actions or decisions are listed.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Briefing on Walker‑Keleher Family Transfer (presented by Katy Reeder)
- Briefing on event permitting for PTOL & Marshall Mountain (presented by Jackson Lee)
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting on December 19, 2024 at 8:00 AM in Conference Room 206 of the County Administration Building (199 W. Pine St). The agenda includes public comment on items not listed, a set of action items, and discussion of general updates covering the budget, strategic planning, ARPA, legislature and personnel matters.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Discussion of budget updates
- Discussion of strategic planning updates
- Discussion of ARPA updates
- Discussion of personnel updates
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive updates from the Sheriff's Department. Discussion items include downtown operations and detention operations.
- Discussion of Downtown Operations
- Discussion of Detention Operations
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving contracts for HVAC upgrades at Missoula Public Health, language access services, and a lease for a new Wildfire Program office. The board will also vote on software for human capital management and a resolution for an Open Space General Obligation Bond.
- Approve $1,018,600 contract for HVAC upgrade at Missoula Public Health
- Approve 5-year lease for Wildfire Program office at $2,700/month
- Approve software contract with WorkDay and Cognizant
- Adopt resolution for Open Space General Obligation Bond, Series 2024
- Appoint members to Elections Advisory Committee and Airport Authority Board
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will hear general updates from Chief Officers. The meeting is hybrid and takes place on December 18, 2024.
- BCC Chief Officers' General Updates
- Hybrid meeting format available
- Public comment on non-agenda items
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates on the operations of the District and Justice Courts. The meeting is a hybrid event held at the Missoula County Administration Building.
- BCC District Court General Updates
- BCC Justice Court General Updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract and subaward approvals, such as a $291,962 federal grant to Swan Valley Connections and a $19,601.49 9‑1‑1 recording software maintenance agreement. The board will also vote on historical museum bylaws changes and will concur with the City Council to fund Phase 1 of the Clark Fork River Access and Restoration Project with up to $1,000,000 from 2018 Open Space Bond proceeds. Public comment on items not on the agenda is also scheduled.
- Approve subaward agreement with Swan Valley Connections for $291,962 federal funding (Community Wildfire Defense Grant)
- Approve annual maintenance agreement with Voice Products Services, LLC for 9‑1‑1 recording software ($19,601.49)
- Approve professional services agreement with Lewis & Clark Public Health for Nurse‑Family Partnership ($38,354)
- Approve expenditure of up to $1,000,000 for Phase 1 Clark Fork River Access and Restoration Project using Open Space Bond proceeds
- Amend independent contractor agreement with Debris Tech LLC to increase the not‑to‑exceed amount for storm monitoring services
BCC Department Updates
The board will receive updates on air quality and outdoor burning from Kerri Mueller. It will also hear a Smurfit update presented by Elena Evans. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Air Quality and Outdoor Burning updates – presented by Kerri Mueller
- Smurfit update – presented by Elena Evans
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on Dec. 16, 2024 to receive public comment on items not on the agenda, consider action items, and hear a directors' update. No specific decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (motions to move, second, vote)
- Directors' update
- Other items
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a BCC Department Update meeting. Officials will provide general updates on the department's budget, ARPA funding, space needs, meeting planning, MAM, and personnel. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Budget update
- ARPA funding update
- Space needs assessment
- Meeting planning update
- Personnel updates
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on Dec. 12, 2024. They will hear a transfer request for the Gilliam Family. They will consider a resolution adopting final zoning for the Osprey Heights Planned Unit Development. They will also consider a resolution to create a Residential Service Improvement District on Lena Lane and review the current claims list totaling $511,975.79.
- Gilliam Family Transfer hearing
- Resolution – Final Zoning for Osprey Heights PUD
- Resolution – Creating a RSID on Lena Lane
- Current Claims List total $511,975.79
- Proclamation: Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day
BCC Department Updates
The board will consider three action items. Two items request refunds for taxpayers due to errors in property descriptions or district assignments covering tax years from 2018 through 2024. The third item asks the Treasurer's Office to obtain authority to bill past tax years on parcels that missed special district taxes because of clerical mistakes, pending confirmation by the Treasurer and Finance Department.
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 498409 due to incorrect basement square footage (2018‑2024)
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 419009009 for erroneous inclusion in a special taxing district (2019‑2024)
- Treasurer's request for authority to bill past tax years on parcels that evaded special district taxes due to clerical errors
BCC Department Updates
The board will hear updates from BCC chief officers, the Office of Emergency Management, the County Juvenile Division, and the elections office. A public comment period is provided for items not on the agenda. A procedural action item will be considered.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- OEM (Office of Emergency Management) update
- CJD (County Juvenile Division) update
- Elections office update
- Procedural action item (Moved, Second, No/Abstain, Passed, Signed)
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Community Council held a virtual town hall on December 11. Commissioners welcomed attendees and allowed public comment not on the agenda. The council discussed Impact Grant funding and reviewed the special district candidate filing process. An open Q&A session let participants ask questions or share updates before adjournment.
- Impact Grant funding discussion
- Special District candidate filing process
- Open Q&A session for attendees
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing professional services agreements for grant applications and courthouse maintenance. The meeting includes several board reappointments and a request for a road and utility easement on Butler Creek Road.
- PSA with DJ&A for two RAISE grant applications not to exceed $37,153
- PSA with DJ&A for a PROTECT grant application not to exceed $23,886
- PSA amendment with Structure West for Missoula County Courthouse retaining wall replacement for $20,475
- Public road and utility easement for Butler Creek Road right-of-way on Hanson Family parcels
- Reappointments to the Animal Control, Historical Museum, and Larchmont Golf Course boards
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hear a directors' update, discuss speeding concerns on Tremper Road in Bonner, consider a boundary line adjustment for the Miller Creek Pit, and review a community entrance sign for Lolo. No formal decisions are listed beyond routine action items.
- Directors' update
- Speeding on Tremper Road in Bonner
- Miller Creek Pit Boundary Line Adjustment
- Community Entrance Sign – Lolo
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive briefings on the Gilliam Family Transfer, the Osprey Heights Final Zoning Resolution, and updates from the Lands, Culture & Recreation and Grants & Community Resources departments.
- Gilliam Family Transfer briefing
- Osprey Heights Final Zoning Resolution
- Lands, Culture & Recreation updates
- Grants & Community Resources updates
- Officer's update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from public service agencies. The meeting includes discussions regarding the historical museum's barracks, bylaws, re-accreditation, and exhibit planning.
- BCC Public Service Agencies general updates
- Historical Museum barracks updates
- Historical Museum bylaws changes
- Historical Museum re-accreditation visit
- Historical Museum exhibit changes and interpretive planning
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will review a construction agreement for the future Sheriff's office and a consulting agreement with Alliance for Hope International. The board is also deciding on the designation of New Meadows Park as Open Space Land and a subdivision agreement for Granite Peak Estates.
- Professional service agreement with Sirius Construction for Sheriff's office remodel: $489,071
- Consulting agreement with Alliance for Hope International
- Resolution to designate New Meadows Park as Open Space Land
- Subdivision Improvements Agreement and Guarantee for Granite Peak Estates Subdivision
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Circle H Ranch Phasing Plan extension and amendment. Commissioners will also review the current claims list, which totals $6,124,112.69 for claims received between November 7 and November 25, 2024. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, land acknowledgement, public announcements, and public comment on items not on the agenda.
- Hearing on Circle H Ranch Phasing Plan extension and amendment
- Review of current claims list totaling $6,124,112.69 (Nov 7‑25, 2024)
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Public announcements (closed captioning available)
- Standard procedural items (call to order, pledge, land acknowledgement)
BCC Department Updates
The Board will discuss three public briefing items. The first is the Circle H Ranch Phasing Plan Extension and Amendment presented by Patrick Swart. The second is the New Meadows Park Open Space Land Designation presented by Bethany Gunther. The third is the Butler Creek Trail Road Right‑of‑Way presented by Bethany Gunther.
- Circle H Ranch Phasing Plan Extension and Amendment
- New Meadows Park Open Space Land Designation
- Butler Creek Trail Road Right‑of‑Way
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from chief officers. Discussions will cover benefits, risk, HR, and personnel updates.
- Benefits update
- Risk update
- HR update
- Personnel updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes software renewal, several professional services agreements, sub‑recipient grant agreements, and employment contract renewals. They will also act on four separate resolutions: joining NeighborWorks Montana to provide down‑payment assistance, approving a $250,000 loan to Stepping Stones LLC from the Mental Health Revolving Loan Fund, directing the CAO to find a Riverwalk service provider, and authorizing financing documents for a Montana Board of Investments infrastructure loan for the Montana Knife Company.
- Approve $250,000 loan to Stepping Stones LLC from the Mental Health Revolving Loan Fund
- Approve $555,000 sub‑recipient agreement with Climate Smart Missoula for EPA Environmental Justice Grant #00152500-0
- Approve $40,000 professional services agreement with Climate Smart Missoula for Wildfire Smoke in Community Buildings Preparedness program
- Approve $3,242 amendment to HDR Engineering, Inc. for Sunset West Water System Improvement Project (ARPA funded)
- Resolution to join NeighborWorks Montana’s Community Reinvestment Organization for down‑payment assistance to homebuyers
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from the Chief Administrative Officer. Discussion items include communications, the Commissioners Office, economic development, and facilities.
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will meet to discuss a proposed Consolidated Land Use Board concept and updates to the Long-Range Transportation Plan and Transit Strategic Plan.
- Presentation on Missoula County Consolidated Land Use Board concept
- Update on Missoula Long-Range Transportation Plan and Transit Strategic Plan
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Public Works department is meeting to receive updates and discuss specific infrastructure projects. The session includes a review of the US 93/Waldo/Lady Slipper intersection and TPCC updates.
- US 93/Waldo/Lady Slipper Intersection discussion
- Aaron Wilson TPCC Updates
- Directors' Update
BCC Department Updates
The BCC meeting on November 25, 2024 will feature departmental updates. The Ecology & Extension Director, Planning Manager, and Chief Officer will each give updates on their respective areas. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Ecology & Extension update (9:30‑10:15)
- Long‑range planning update (10:15‑11:00)
- Officer's update (11:00‑11:30)
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will open a public comment period for items not on the agenda, consider routine action items, and discuss two health‑department updates: an emergency preparedness briefing by Julia Goar and an Invest Health update by Lisa Beczkiewicz. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Routine action items (motion moved, seconded, vote recorded)
- Emergency preparedness update presented by Julia Goar
- Invest Health update presented by Lisa Beczkiewicz
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from the Chief Administrative Officer. Discussion topics include the budget, ARPA, and facilities planning.
- Budget updates
- ARPA updates
- Facilities Planning/Space Needs
- MHRLV
- Personnel updates
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to receive general updates from the BCC Sheriff's Department. The agenda also includes a period for public comment on items not on the agenda and a set of action items with recorded vote outcomes. No specific decisions or contracts are listed.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items with vote outcomes (Moved, Second, No, Abstain, Passed, Signed)
- Discussion: BCC Sheriff's Department general updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes several professional service agreements and funding allocations. Action items focus on submitting a Community Development Block Grant‑Economic Development (CDBG‑ED) application to retain 15 full‑time positions at Missoula Children’s Theatre, authorizing a state loan for Montana Knife Company, and executing an exchange agreement with private landholders. Additional items include approvals for health partnership funding, homeland security training funds, and a golf course fee schedule.
- Approve professional services agreement with Family Outreach Inc. up to $7,000 from the Financial Administration Fund.
- Approve $40,000 compensation to the Missoula City‑County Health Department for the Wildfire Smoke Preparedness partnership.
- Approve $75,000 State Homeland Security Funding for statewide incident leadership training.
- Approve resolution to submit a CDBG‑ED grant application to retain 15 full‑time positions at Missoula Children’s Theatre.
- Approve execution of exchange agreement with MTAK Landholdings, LLC and SEV Enterprises, LLC, including quitclaim deeds and easements.
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan and Place Type Map. The Board will consider a motion to recommend that the City Council adopt the new plan, which would repeal the Our Missoula City Growth Policy 2035 and earlier neighborhood plans, except three existing master plans that will remain in effect.
- Public hearing to adopt the Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan and Place Type Map
- Motion to recommend City Council adopt the 2045 Land Use Plan
- Repeal of the Our Missoula City Growth Policy 2035 and its Future Land Use Map
- Repeal of all existing neighborhood plans prior to 2045, except the 2023 Midtown, 2020 Sxwtpqyen, and 2019 Downtown Master Plans
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County BCC Department meeting on November 18, 2024 will include public comment on items not on the agenda, a set of action items (details not specified), a Directors' update, and other items. No specific decisions or contracts are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (no details provided)
- Directors' update
- Other items
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will hear a general update from the Chief Administrative Officer covering the budget, ARPA funds, land use and personnel matters. No specific actions or votes are listed beyond a generic action item entry. The meeting includes public comment on items not on the agenda.
- General update on the county budget
- Discussion of ARPA funding
- Land‑use updates
- Personnel updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a memorandum of understanding for an EPA Environmental Justice Government-to-Government grant covering 2024‑2027. The meeting also includes consent agenda items approving several professional service agreements and employment contracts, as well as the reappointment of a district board member. No other agenda items require a commission action form.
- Approve professional service agreement with DJ&A up to $38,000 for a preliminary engineering report for the Owl Creek, Arlene Drive, and Kraft Creek Road bridges.
- Approve professional services agreement with Human Powered Future PLLC up to $40,000 for development of pre‑engineered residential garage and pole barn plans.
- Approve amendment to the Open Aid Alliance agreement for up to $7,395 from the Alcohol Tax Fund for prevention and outpatient treatment activities.
- Approve memorandum of understanding for the EPA Environmental Justice Government‑to‑Government grant (8/15/2024‑8/14/2027) involving Missoula County and several partner organizations.
- Approve the reappointment of Waunda Bravard to the Turah Meadows Sewer and Water District.
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will consider a Canyon Creek Village Phasing Plan Extension, open a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant to the Montana Department of Commerce for MCT, Inc., and hold a third hearing to adopt an ordinance for the Grant Creek Crossing TEDD. The meeting also includes a report of current claims totaling $2,874,071.34. All items are presented for discussion and potential action.
- Canyon Creek Village Phasing Plan Extension – presented by Patrick Swart, Planning, Development and Sustainability
- Public hearing to consider Community Development Block Grant to Montana Dept of Commerce for MCT, Inc. – presented by Heidi West, Grants
- Third hearing to adopt an ordinance for the Grant Creek Crossing TEDD – presented by Flanna McLarty, Community and Economic Development
- Current Claims List report showing $2,874,071.34 in claims received Oct 16‑Nov 06 2024
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing requests for tax abatements and refunds based on property valuation and classification errors. The body will also discuss potential changes to the interlocal agreement regarding finance duties between the Clerk & Treasurer's Office and County Commissioners.
- Tax abatement request for Taxpayer ID No. 90381670 regarding a mobile home exemption
- Tax refund request for Taxpayer ID No. 1937202 due to incorrect commercial property classification
- Revision to a previously approved abatement for Taxpayer ID No. 1814954
- Discussion on interlocal agreement changes for finance duties
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will allow public comment on items not on the agenda. It will consider any action items listed, though none are detailed in the agenda. The meeting includes a discussion of general updates from the BCC chief officers.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (no specifics provided)
- Discussion: BCC Chief Officers' general updates
Public Meetings
The Community Council will meet virtually to discuss the Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan. The meeting includes a check-in on the Community Council Ride Along and a question-and-answer session for participants.
- Presentation on Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan
- Community Council Ride Along check-in
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a public comment period for items not on the agenda. The meeting includes briefings on the Canyon Creek Village Phasing Plan Extension presented by Patrick Swart and a floodplain discussion presented by Matt Heimel, followed by an officer's update from Chet Crowser. No specific actions or votes are detailed beyond a generic action items line. The session is hybrid, in Conference Room 206 at 199 W. Pine St and via Microsoft Teams.
- Briefing on Canyon Creek Village Phasing Plan Extension (Patrick Swart)
- Floodplain discussion update (Matt Heimel)
- Officer's update (Chet Crowser)
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
Planning Board
The Missoula County Consolidated Planning Board will meet on November 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM in a hybrid format. The agenda consists of standard items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, staff announcements, public hearings, a training presentation, committee reports, old and new business, and board member comments. No specific rezoning, contract, or ordinance items are listed for discussion.
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will meet to receive updates from the Chief Administrative Officer and discuss the Mountain Towns 2030 plan. The meeting is scheduled for November 7, 2024, at 8:00 AM.
- Chief Administrative Officer Update
- Discussion of Mountain Towns 2030
- Public comment on non-agenda items
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several professional service agreements and contracts. Key items include funding for WIC program services and engineering reports for local bridges.
- WIC program services agreement with DPHHS for $1,250,174
- Preliminary Engineering Report for Bench Road Bridge with Great West Engineering (up to $22,000)
- Preliminary Engineering Report for Styler Drive East and West bridges with HDR (up to $35,000)
- Contract with Climate Smart Missoula for $35,000
- Public Works Access Controls upgrade with Electro Controls for $38,653
Public Meetings
The Missoula Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to consider adopting an ordinance for the Grant Creek Crossing TEDD, review a bond for the Case Ranch Company-Potomac Open Space, and discuss the Morning Dun Road BLR.
- Hearing to adopt ordinance for Grant Creek Crossing TEDD
- Case Ranch Company-Potomac Open Space Bond hearing
- Morning Dun Road BLR hearing
- Claims list unavailable for this meeting
- Native American Heritage Month and Operation Green Light proclamations
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners and Missoula City Council will hold a hearing on the Joint City-County Indreland-LaValle Creek Open Space Bond Project. No other items are listed for decision. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, land acknowledgement, public announcements, and public comment.
- Hearing on Joint City-County Indreland-LaValle Creek Open Space Bond Project
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a department update meeting for Public Works. The agenda consists of procedural items and a directors' update.
- Directors' Update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is holding department updates for Lands & Communities. The meeting includes briefings on three specific land and open space projects and updates from county officers and resource departments.
- Briefing on 2424 Morning Dun_Kona Ranch BLR
- Briefing on City-County Indreland-LaValle Creek OSB project
- Briefing on Case Ranch Company-Potomac OSB project
- Lands, Culture & Recreation updates
- Grants & Community Resources updates
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on November 4, 2024. Attendees may comment on items not listed on the agenda, review unspecified action items, and hear general updates from the BCC Investment Committee. No specific decisions or contracts are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (no details provided)
- Discussion: BCC Investment Committee general updates
- Other items
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a grant for an armored vehicle, funding for the Swan Valley Community Council, and a contract for a JEDI advisory board retreat. The meeting will also include a presentation on a substance abuse grant.
- Approve $3,000 contract for City-County JEDI Advisory Board retreat
- Approve $950 for Swan Valley Community Council FY25 operations
- Approve $341,896 for Healthy Montana Families program
- Approve State Homeland Security Program grant for ROOK armored vehicle
- Receive presentation on SAMHSA substance abuse grant
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive general updates from the Health Department. No specific action items are listed on the agenda.
- BCC Health Dept General Updates
BCC Department Updates
The board will allow public comment on items not on the agenda, then discuss two topics: the pre‑approved plans for a pole barn and the county’s priority snow‑plow routes. No specific actions or votes on these discussion items are detailed in the agenda.
- Pole Barn – Pre-approved Plans
- Priority snow plow routes
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for department updates regarding Lands & Communities. Directors from Ecology and Extension and Planning, Development and Sustainability will provide reports.
- Director update from Bryce Christiaens (Ecology and Extension)
- Director update from Karen Hughes (Planning, Development and Sustainability)
- Officer's update from Chet Crowser
BCC Department Updates
The board will open with public comment on items not on the agenda, then consider action items that were moved, seconded, and voted on. The main discussion topics are strategic planning and preparation for upcoming legislation. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items: moved, seconded, no/abstain, passed, signed
- Discussion of strategic planning
- Legislative preparation
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will discuss general updates from the BCC Department, including budget, ARPA funding, housing, the MHRLF program, climate and finance matters, personnel, and public works. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond routine procedural votes. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda.
- General update on the county budget
- Discussion of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding
- Housing program updates
- MHRLF (Missoula Housing and Revitalization Loan Fund) overview
- Climate and finance briefings
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will review requests to adopt several roads for public use, including Venture Way. The board is also deciding on a subdivision improvement agreement for the Missoula Meadowlands Subdivision, Phase III.
- Resolution adopting Venture Way as a County road
- Subdivision improvement agreement and guarantee with Tract 2 COS 6492, LLC for Missoula Meadowlands Subdivision, Phase III
- Bylaws for the Swan Valley Community Council
- Three-year agreement with NearMap for GIS aerial imagery flights
- Acceptance of DOJ Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and STOP VAWA grant awards
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive updates from the District and Justice Courts. Discussions will focus on court operations, grant-funded programs, and staffing.
- ROAD Court MDT Grant and new brochures
- DV Court and docket
- Collaboration with law enforcement regarding speeding concerns
- Space allocation and FTEs
Public Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to hear boundary change requests, a proposed Special Recreation District on Lena Lane, and subdivision proposals including Creighton and Montana Ave. BLR/AGG.
- Hearing: West Valley Community Council Boundary Change
- Hearing: Proposed RSID on Lena Lane
- Hearing: Montana Ave. BLR/AGG
- Hearing: Creighton Subdivision
- Claims List: $4,703,582.76 received Oct 2-15
BCC Department Updates
The board will receive an update on the BCC department and pending litigation and claims. A discussion may move to a closed session for litigation strategy. The meeting also includes public comment on items not on the agenda and routine action item votes.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action item votes (Moved, Second, No/Abstain, Passed, Signed)
- Update and strategy discussion on pending litigation and claims (possible closed session)
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to hear public comment on items not on the agenda. It will consider action items, though no specifics are listed. The primary discussion will be the BCC Chief Officers' (CTO) general updates.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (details not provided)
- Discussion of BCC Chief Officers' (CTO) general updates
Public Meetings
Missoula County will hold a virtual Community Council Town Hall. The agenda includes an update on the Brownfields Program, an update on the Long Range Transportation Plan and Transit Strategic Plan, and a notice of a public hearing for the West Valley Community Council. The meeting also allows public comment and a question‑and‑answer session. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Brownfields Program update presented by Sindie Kennedy
- Long Range Transportation Plan and Transit Strategic Plan update presented by Glenn Ingram
- Notice of public hearing for West Valley Community Council
- Public comment period (comments not on agenda)
- Open question‑and‑answer session
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a construction contract of up to $6,635,700 with Prospect Construction, Inc. for improvements to the Lolo RSID Wastewater System, funded by the ARPA program. They will also consider a change order that reduces the same project's cost by $1,059,123.37, bringing the total to $5,576,576.63. Additional consent‑agenda items include several grant and contract approvals ranging from mental‑health services to federal emergency‑management funding.
- Approve construction contract with Prospect Construction, Inc. (up to $6,635,700) for Lolo RSID Wastewater System improvements (ARPA funded)
- Approve change order #1 reducing Lolo RSID Wastewater System project cost by $1,059,123.37; new total $5,576,576.63
- Approve contract with Western Montana Mental Health Center for up to $50,525.20 from the Alcohol Tax Fund (through 6/30/2025)
- Approve amendment to Cedar Creek Integrated Health contract for up to $43,096.79 from the Alcohol Tax Fund (through 6/30/2025)
- Approve acceptance of $130,000 federal Emergency Management Grant matched with $130,000 local funds for a $260,000 project in FY2025
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Public Works department will meet to discuss bridge adoption and the Bridge Investment Program (BIP). The body will also review updates on water and wastewater for RSIDs and drone lidar technology.
- Bridge Discussion - BIP and Bridge Adoption
- RSID Water Wastewater Update
- Traffic Data Software
- Drone Lidar
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a department update with a brief introduction to the Clark Fork Coalition director. The meeting includes public briefings on a BLR and aggregation project at 273 Montana Ave., the Creighton Subdivision, and a boundary change for the West Valley Community Council. Additional items are a Community Council update, a housing and equity report presentation, and an officer's update.
- 273 Montana Ave. BLR and aggregation briefing
- Creighton Subdivision briefing
- West Valley Community Council boundary change briefing
- Community Council update presentation
- Housing and equity report presentation by Lila Bennett
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Meadow View Homes project. The board is considering recommendations to the City Council for a 97-lot subdivision and a rezoning of the property from R40 Residential to RT5.4 Residential. The meeting also includes a presentation on the public draft of the Our Missoula Land Use Plan and Map.
- Meadow View Homes 97-Lot Major Subdivision preliminary plat application
- Rezoning of 4824 Clearview Way from R40 Residential to RT5.4 Residential
- Five variance requests related to the Meadow View Homes subdivision
- Public Draft: Our Missoula Land Use Plan and Land Use Map presentation
Public Meetings
The Missoula Board of County Commissioners will conduct hearings regarding a development plan and a subdivision. The body will also review a claims list totaling $1,516,321.82.
- 1st Hearing to Adopt a Comprehensive Development Plan with a TIF Provision
- Kemosabe Subdivision with 2 Variances
- Claims list totaling $1,516,321.82
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will consider two tax‑related actions. One is a request from Taxpayer ID No. 2078105 for a refund of taxes paid for the 2021‑2024 period due to a property description error. The other is the Treasurer's Office seeking approval and adoption of the 2024 tax write‑off order that was reviewed in May 2024. Public comment on items not on the agenda is also scheduled.
- Taxpayer ID No. 2078105 requests refund of taxes paid for 2021‑2024 period
- Treasurer's Office requests approval of the 2024 tax write‑off order
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will hear general updates from the Chief Public Relations Officer. The meeting is hybrid and takes place on October 9, 2024.
- BCC Chief Officers' General Updates
- Hybrid meeting at 199 W. Pine St
- Public comment on non-agenda items
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to receive public comment on items not on the agenda. It will consider routine action items and then discuss general updates from several departments, including Economic Development, Criminal Justice Services, MHRLF, ARPA, the budget, and personnel matters. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Review of routine action items (no details provided)
- General updates from Economic Development, Criminal Justice Services, MHRLF, ARPA, Budget, and Personnel
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes employment agreements for health staff, funding contracts from the Alcohol Tax Fund, and several required federal and state reports. Two action items will be voted on: a non‑motorized easement for a trail connecting to Lolo Riverside Park and a $10,000 expenditure from the Big Sky Stewardship fund for bear‑resistant trash containers. Public comment on items not on the agenda will also be heard.
- Approve standard employment agreement for Richard Dealy, APRN at $59.90 per hour (40 hrs/week)
- Approve standard employment agreement for Jesse Charles, MD at $106.26 per hour (40 hrs/week)
- Approve FY2025 Extension Services Agreement with Montana State University for $156,000
- Approve non‑motorized public access easement agreement for a trail to Lolo Riverside Park
- Approve up to $10,000 from the Big Sky Stewardship fund for bear‑resistant trash containers and signage
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a department update from the County Attorneys' office. The primary discussion item is an update regarding the Calibrate Pretrial Diversion division.
- Discussion of Calibrate Pretrial Diversion division update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive general updates from the Sheriff's Department. No specific action items or ordinances are listed for decision.
- BCC Sheriffs' Dept General Updates
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates from the Public Works Department and discuss a request to lower the speed limit on Cramer Creek Road. The meeting will be held in person at the Missoula County Administration Building or virtually via Microsoft Teams.
- Public Works-MDOT Update
- Request for 10 MPH on Cramer Creek Road
- Terrace View Drive - Fiber Install and Weeds
BCC Department Updates
The board will take public comment on items not on the agenda, consider action items, and hold discussion items. Discussion includes a briefing on the Big Sky Stewardship Fund request for the Bear Can Upgrade Project presented by Nick Zanetos, updates on lands, culture and recreation covering Marshall Mountain, the Fairgrounds, parks, trails and open lands, and Larchmont, and an officer's update from Chet Crowser.
- Big Sky Stewardship Fund Request – Bear Can Upgrade Project (presented by Nick Zanetos)
- Lands, Culture and Recreation update – Marshall Mountain
- Lands, Culture and Recreation update – Fairgrounds
- Lands, Culture and Recreation update – Parks, Trails and Open Lands
- Lands, Culture and Recreation update – Larchmont
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will meet for department updates. The session includes discussion items regarding the budget, personnel, and facilities.
- MACO Conference followup
- ARPA updates
- Budget discussion
- Courthouse facilities
- Personnel update
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several community assistance contracts and public school budgets. The primary action item is an interlocal agreement with the City of Missoula to fund emergency sheltering services.
- Interlocal agreement with City of Missoula for Johnson Street Temporary Emergency Shelter: $909,862
- United Way of Missoula County contract for Housing Solutions Fund: up to $89,850
- Missoula City-County Health Department contract for Foster Child Health Program: up to $38,480
- Partnership Health Center contract for Trinity Navigation Center/Clinic: up to $34,320
- Approval of Missoula County public schools' 2024-2025 budgets
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold hearings on three items: the Roseburg Boundary Line Relocation, the West Valley Community Council Boundary Change, and the Stowell-MLR Open Space Bond Project. They will also review the Current Claims List, which totals $7,645,954.15. Additional agenda items include public announcements and other business.
- Roseburg Boundary Line Relocation hearing
- West Valley Community Council Boundary Change hearing
- Stowell-MLR Open Space Bond Project hearing
- Current Claims List report of $7,645,954.15
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will receive updates from BCC chief officers on elections, the Office of Emergency Management, and the Community Justice Division. The meeting also includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda and a vote on routine action items.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Vote on routine action items
- Elections update from BCC chief officers
- Office of Emergency Management (OEM) update
- Community Justice Division (CJD) update
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes numerous FY25 contract approvals and funding allocations. Items range from operational funding for community councils to contracts with health, transportation, and community assistance providers. The board will also review a subrecipient fiscal monitoring policy and select a designee for the ADA appeal process.
- Approve contract with All Nations Health Center up to $84,447 for AI/AN youth substance‑abuse prevention
- Approve $3,500 contract with Missoula Ravalli Transportation Management Association for rideshare services
- Approve amendment to Crosswinds Recovery contract up to $55,167.99 from the Alcohol Tax Fund
- Approve $17,370 Security Metrics service for the county’s annual HIPAA Risk Assessment
- Approve $880 amendment to Accessology, LLC training hours for Public Works PROWAG training
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for department updates. The session includes introductions of new staff and updates from the Missoula Development Authority and the Communications office.
- Introduction of new Housing Specialist, John Wilke
- Missoula Development Authority updates
- Communications update
- Commissioners Office/Strategic Initiatives update
Planning Board
The Missoula County Consolidated Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Grant Creek Crossing Targeted Economic Development District (TEDD) Comprehensive Development Plan and recommend its conformance with the county Growth Policy. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting and address public comments on non‑agenda items. Additional agenda items include staff announcements and routine committee reports.
- Public hearing on Grant Creek Crossing TEDD Comprehensive Development Plan
- Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comment on non‑agenda items
- Staff announcements
- Committee reports
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County BCC Public Works department is meeting to discuss the Waldo/Lady Slipper/US 93 Intersection. No action items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion regarding Waldo/Lady Slipper/US 93 Intersection
BCC Department Updates
The body will hold a department update meeting to discuss various public meeting briefings and departmental reports. Topics include community council budgets and specific land use projects. No action items are listed on the agenda.
- Community Council Operational Budget for Lolo, Bonner, Seeley, and Clinton
- West Valley Community Council boundary change consideration
- 3250 - 3300 Raser Drive Roseburg BLR
- Kemosabe Subdivision
- Stowell-MLR OSB project hearing
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for department updates regarding public service agencies. The session includes discussions on the Missoula Public Library and the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula.
- Missoula Public Library general updates
- Historical Museum at Fort Missoula: regulating presenters at public events
- Historical Museum at Fort Missoula: Barracks Restoration and Reconstruction Project update
- American Alliance of Museums Accreditation Visit scheduled for November 22 and 23
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to receive updates from the BCC Chief Administrative Officer. Discussion items include general department updates, a debrief of the MACO conference, strategic planning, ARPA program status, budget information, department structures, and personnel changes. No specific actions or votes on new policies are listed.
- General department updates
- MACO conference debrief
- Strategic planning discussion
- ARPA program update
- Budget overview
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on September 19, 2024. The agenda includes a public comment period and a discussion of general updates from the BCC Sheriffs' Department. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- General updates from BCC Sheriffs' Department
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a large volume of contracts for community services, including housing, food security, and substance abuse prevention. The board is also considering a grant application for forest management at Marshall Mountain Park.
- Contract with Hope Rescue Mission for Temporary Safe Outdoor Space (TSOS) up to $740,426
- Professional services agreement with Missoula Art Museum up to $200,000
- Grant agreement for Missoula County DUI Court in the amount of $115,750
- Grant application for forest management at Marshall Mountain Park
- Contracts for YWCA Missoula ($73,739 and $49,965) and Missoula Food Bank ($58,500 and $60,000)
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners' Chief Administrative Officer is conducting a department update meeting. The session includes discussions on the budget, ARPA, and strategic planning.
- Budget debrief
- ARPA discussion
- Strategic Planning
- PHC
- MACO Conference
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several employment agreements and grant certifications. The session includes requests to approve two professional service contracts for infrastructure and animal services.
- AIA contract with Jackson Contractor Group for $3,541,520 for the Animal Shelter Expansion and Remodel Project
- Professional services contract with Geosyntec Consultants not to exceed $54,000 for the Lolo Water and Wastewater System
- Employment agreement for Leah Gordon, MD at $114.79 per hour
- Employment agreement for Andrea Vannatta, MD at $107.52 per hour
- Budget resolution for matching funds for CDBG Planning Grant and Montana Community Reinvestment Plan Act Planning Grant
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hearing on two variances for the Creighton Subdivision, presented by Senior Planner Tim Worley. The meeting will also include a review of the current claims list totaling $1,405,599,66. Additional agenda items are standard procedural matters and public announcements. No final decisions are recorded in this agenda.
- Hearing on two variances for Creighton Subdivision (Planning Department)
- Review of current claims list totaling $1,405,599,66
- Proclamation for Climate Solutions Week
- Proclamation for Hispanic/Latin X Heritage Month
- Closed captioning available for public announcements
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will consider a series of requests from individual taxpayers for refunds or waivers of property taxes. The requests cite errors in property descriptions, classification changes, or storm damage. Each request will be presented by Tyler Gernant. No other agenda items are listed.
- Taxpayer ID 2019203 requests a waiver of remaining taxes for 2023 after nonprofit acquisition
- Taxpayer ID 675309 requests a refund for 2014‑2023 due to property listed as a single‑family residence but actually a dry cabin
- Taxpayer ID 1059305 requests a refund for 2022‑2023 because a house was torn down but still assessed
- Taxpayer ID 1861206 requests a waiver of penalty, interest, and assignment fee for 2023 due to storm damage
- Taxpayer ID 2114704 requests a refund for 2021‑2023 because land was reclassified as vacant
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to receive public comment and consider action items. The meeting will include discussion of several department updates, including elections, the Office of Emergency Management, communications, the Community Justice Division, and strategic initiatives. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (no details provided)
- Discussion of elections
- Discussion of Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
- Discussion of communications and strategic initiatives
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates from various county departments. The meeting is hybrid, allowing in-person attendance at the Administration Building or virtual access via Microsoft Teams.
- BCC County Auditors' Update
- Hybrid meeting format available
- In-person location: 199 W. Pine St
- Virtual access via Microsoft Teams
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving employment agreements for Partnership Health Center staff and collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME and MFPE. The board will also appoint an alternate to the Missoula Consolidated Planning Board and establish a School Safety Team.
- Employment agreements for Partnership Health Center staff (rates $42.57-$109.95/hr)
- Collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025)
- Collective bargaining agreement with MFPE (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2026)
- Task Order 25-25-5-01-032-0 with DPHHS for $112,675
- Amendment to extend Professional Services Agreement with Westslop Forest Management Inc.
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on September 10, 2024. The agenda includes public comment on items not on the agenda, a brief action items segment, and a discussion of general updates from the BCC Health Department. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Brief action items segment (no details provided)
- General updates from BCC Health Department
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates on the Bridge project and Airway Boulevard lighting. The meeting is a hybrid event held at the Missoula County Administration Building.
- Bridge Update
- Airway Blvd - Lighting
- Directors Update
- Hybrid meeting at 199 W. Pine St
- Public Comment on non-agenda items
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold briefings on the Creighton Subdivision and an EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant Application. An officer update from Chet Crowser will follow. The meeting also includes a period for public comment on items not on the agenda. No formal actions are listed beyond standard agenda motions.
- Creighton Subdivision briefing (20 minutes)
- EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant Application briefing (20 minutes)
- Officer update by Chet Crowser (30 minutes)
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for general updates from the Chief Administrative Officer. Discussion items include the budget, ARPA, and personnel updates.
- Budget updates
- ARPA updates
- MACO Conference
- PHC
- WMMHC
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda covering multiple employment agreements and service contracts. It will consider five action items, including a $310,000 Open Space Bond expenditure for the Corner Farm property, a $4,826,018 federal grant for community wildfire defense implementation, a $100,000 federal grant for wildfire defense planning, a new courthouse use policy, and appointments to the East Missoula Community Council. Public comment on items not on the agenda is also scheduled.
- Approve $4,826,018 federal Community Wildfire Defense Grant (implementation) for 2024‑2029
- Approve $100,000 federal Community Wildfire Defense Grant (planning) for 2024‑2029
- Approve up to $310,000 from the 2018 Open Space Bond to acquire the eight‑acre Corner Farm property
- Approve TeeQuest contract for Larchmont Golf Course software: $350 monthly fee plus $6,494.68 hardware purchase
- Approve contract amendment with Jackson Contractor Group increasing ceiling by $40,000 for Public Works office remodel
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive general updates from the Missoula Economic Partnership. No formal actions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.
- Discussion of Missoula Economic Partnership general updates
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a final budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting also includes resolutions for the Seeley Lake Refuse District, Missoula County Fairgrounds District, Local Government Building Special District, and Rural Special Improvement Districts. Two land transfers—Lewis Family Transfer and Vesel Family Transfer with boundary line relocation—will be discussed. Public announcements and a review of current claims totaling $2,512,160.67 are also on the agenda.
- Resolution: Seeley Lake Refuse District
- Resolution: Missoula County Fairgrounds District
- Final Budget Hearing Fiscal Year 2025
- Lewis Family Transfer
- Vesel Family Transfer and Boundary Line Relocation
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to hear updates from BCC chief officers. The agenda includes public comment on items not on the agenda, a vote on unspecified action items, and a discussion of general updates from the BCC Chief People and Risk Officer. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- General updates from BCC Chief People and Risk Officer
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a department update meeting. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda. Discussion will include a joint city/county grant opportunity for USFS climate mitigation and forest resilience, several land transfers, and updates on lands, culture, recreation, and a crisis diversion grant. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists mainly of briefings and presentations.
- Joint City/County Grant Opportunity: USFS Climate Mitigation and Forest Resilience
- Vesel Family Transfer and Boundary Line Relocation
- Lewis Family Transfer
- Crisis Diversion Grant award
- Land, Culture & Recreation topics: Marshall Mountain, Fairgrounds, Parks, Trails and Open Lands, Larchmont
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold public hearings on two property rezoning requests. The board will also review a preliminary plat application for a 10-lot subdivision.
- Rezone of 2139 South 7th Street West from R5.4 Residential to RM1.5 multi-dwelling
- Rezone of 123 S. Curtis Street from RT10 Residential to RT5.4 Residential
- Carrera Commons 10-Lot Major Subdivision preliminary plat application
- Four variance requests related to the Carrera Commons subdivision
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to receive updates from the BCC Chief Administrative Officer. The agenda includes public comment, routine action item approvals, and discussion of general updates such as the MACO conference, ARPA funding, the budget, PHC, strategic planning, and personnel. No specific motions or decisions beyond routine approvals are listed. Residents can attend in person at 199 W. Pine St or virtually via Microsoft Teams.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Approval of routine action items
- Discussion of MACO conference
- Discussion of ARPA funding
- Discussion of budget and strategic planning
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several employment agreements for medical and dental staff at the Partnership Health Center-Missoula County. The board will also discuss a wildfire update and an interagency agreement for the Public Safety Assessment Project.
- Employment agreement for Molly Horton, APRN: $58.24 per hour
- Employment agreement for Angela Ireland, PA-C: $58.24 per hour
- Employment agreement for Nerissa Koehn, MD: $109.33 per hour
- Employment agreement for JoDean Nicolette, MD: $109.33 per hour
- FY25 Interagency Agreement with MT Office of Court Administrator for Public Safety Assessment Project
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several employment agreements for the Partnership Health Center. The body is also deciding on professional services agreements for cancer control and septic system pollution reduction.
- Professional services agreement for the Montana Cancer Control Plan with Partnership Health Center for $84,950
- Contract with Montana DEQ for reducing non-point source pollution from septic systems for $230,500
- Agreement with National Wildlife Federation for a Beaver Conflict Resolution project on Woodworth Road
- Professional services agreement with Debris Tech for disaster debris monitoring following the July 24, 2024 storm
- Employment agreements for 7 Partnership Health Center staff members with hourly rates ranging from $32.13 to $104.56
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a department update meeting for Lands & Communities. The session includes briefings on two specific projects and updates on grants and mental health funding.
- Joint hearing on the Indreland OSB project
- Stowell project and site visit logistics
- 2025 Community Parks and Recreation Grants Program cycle update
- FY 25 Mental Health Fund update
- Community Council update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will meet for department updates. The session includes discussion items regarding the budget, ARPA, PHC, WMMHC, schedule updates, and personnel.
- Discussion on Budget
- Discussion on ARPA
- Discussion on PHC
- Discussion on WMMHC
- Discussion on Personnel
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving the FY2025 budget, including grant funds and property tax requests, as well as a contract for fairgrounds redevelopment and a technical agreement for zoning changes.
- Authorize Chief Financial Officer to include grant funds in FY2025 budget
- Approve Fairgrounds Redevelopment CIP contract for $1,654,091
- Approve Otis Elevator Company contract for $345,700
- Approve Open Space Bonds totaling $5,837,898
- Reconsider August 8th decision on infrastructure funding ballot question
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hear two resolutions: one to designate Grant Creek Crossing as an infrastructure‑deficient area, and another to adopt the Deer Creek Growth Policy and related zoning changes. They will also review subdivision proposals for Granite Peak RV Park and Ninemile Acres, as well as the Elliott Family land transfer and boundary line relocation. A separate hearing will consider a zoning variance request for the Bovard shoreline setback.
- Resolution to consider Grant Creek Crossing as an infrastructure deficient area
- Resolution to consider final adoption of Deer Creek Growth Policy and zoning
- Granite Peak RV Park subdivision proposal
- Ninemile Acres minor subdivision proposal
- Bovard shoreline setback zoning variance request
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive a budget update and discuss whether to reconsider placing an infrastructure mill levy on the November ballot.
- Budget update
- Discussion on infrastructure mill levy for November ballot
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will receive updates from the BCC Department and the BCC Health Department. A public comment period is provided for items not on the agenda. An environmental health update will be presented by Shannon Therriault. No specific actions or decisions are listed.
- BCC Department update
- BCC Health Department update
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Environmental health update by Shannon Therriault
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a professional services agreement with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions for up to $145,000 to supply asphalt emulsion for FY25 chip seal projects. They will also consider proposed amendments to the Missoula County Election Advisory Committee bylaws. One-time FY2025 budget items will be reviewed, including a budget enhancement to fund the Johnson Street Shelter contingent on a city TIF remittance of at least $909,863. A wildfire update will be discussed as a non‑decision item.
- Approve professional services agreement with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, not to exceed $145,000 for FY25 asphalt emulsion.
- Approve proposed amendments to the Missoula County Election Advisory Committee bylaws.
- Approve one-time FY2025 budget expenditure items (details in attached document).
- Approve one-time budget enhancement to fund the Johnson Street Shelter, contingent on a TIF remittance of at least $909,863.
- Wildfire update discussion.
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a department update. The primary discussion item is an update from the Community Care Attorney division.
- Discussion regarding the Community Care Attorney division update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will hold a hybrid meeting to provide general updates, including a status report on the Smurfit Site/M2 Green project. Commissioners will consider any public comments on items not on the agenda and will vote on listed action items. No specific resolutions, contracts, or rezoning proposals are detailed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Vote on action items (Moved, Second, No, Abstain, Passed, Signed)
- General update on BCC Smurfit Site/M2 Green
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two subdivision projects. The board will consider rezoning and variance requests for the Wildroot project and access requirements for the Creighton Subdivision.
- Wildroot Phased Subdivision: Proposed rezone from RM1-35, RM0.5, R8, and B2-1 with Hillview Heights Overlay to RM0.5, RM1-35, and R5.4
- Wildroot Phased Subdivision: Seven variance requests
- Creighton Subdivision: Request to vary from Section 3.4.6.2 regarding access off Walker Drive
- Creighton Subdivision: Two requests to vary from Section 3.4.6.3 regarding a through connection to Walker Drive
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting on August 19, 2024 to receive public comment on items not on the agenda, consider unnamed action items, and hear a Directors' Update. No specific resolutions or contracts are listed in the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (specifics not listed)
- Directors' Update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will review final resolutions for zoning amendments, a subdivision, and a variance, alongside updates on climate resiliency and community councils.
- Deer Creek Growth Policy and Zoning Amendment Final Resolution
- Granite Peak RV Park Subdivision
- Bovard Observation Deck Variance
- Rocky Mountain Gardens Update
- Community Council Updates
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss general updates from the Sheriff's Department. No specific action items or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of BCC Sheriffs' Dept General Updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will review two USDA grants for wildfire defense implementation and planning. The board is also considering a resolution regarding the detention of inmates from outside agencies at the Missoula County Detention Facility.
- Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) Implementation pre-award for $4,826,018 from USDA
- Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) Planning pre-award for $100,000 from USDA
- Professional services agreement with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions not to exceed $110,000
- Resolution regarding outside agency inmate detention at Missoula County Detention Facility
- Johnson Controls professional service agreement amendment for $6,727
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will meet for general updates from Chief Officers. The agenda contains no specific action items or detailed proposals.
- General BCC Chief Officers' (COO) Updates
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Public Works department is holding a meeting to provide general updates. The primary discussion item focuses on subdivision sidewalks.
- Discussion of subdivision sidewalks
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a BCC Department Update meeting. Commissioners will hear public comments on items not on the agenda and receive general updates on the budget, ARPA funding, the WMMHC, the PHC, and personnel matters. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- General budget update
- ARPA funding update
- WMMHC update
- PHC update
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a successor collective bargaining agreement with the Teamsters, Operating Engineers and International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers for 2024‑2026. They will also consider resolutions to update the opioid interlocal agreement with the City of Missoula, end Stage II fire restrictions, and appoint a member to the Consolidated Planning Board. Additional items include multiple employment agreements with Partnership Health Center and a purchase of forty laptops from Core Technologies.
- Approve successor collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters, Operating Engineers and IAMW for 2024‑2026
- Approve purchase of forty laptops from Core Technologies for the yearly computer refresh cycle
- Approve resolution to end Stage II fire restrictions in Missoula County
- Approve resolution updating the opioid interlocal agreement with the City of Missoula
- Approve employment agreement for Anna Burham, RDH at $49.42 per hour, budgeted 40 hours per week
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to consider several public matters. Items include hearings on a Missoula Rural Fire District annexation petition, a Simonovich family land transfer, final resolutions for restricted parking on Sunnyside Ct. and Waterside Dr., a resolution to place a mill levy election for county public infrastructure, and a review of the Grass Valley Gardens subdivision. The agenda also reports current claims totaling $1,044,849.92.
- Resolution to place a mill levy election in support of Missoula County public infrastructure
- Final Resolution – Restricted Parking on Sunnyside Ct.
- Final Resolution – Restricted Parking on Waterside Dr.
- Missoula Rural Fire District annexation petitions
- Grass Valley Gardens subdivision review
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from chief officers. The meeting includes discussions regarding wildfire program planning and personnel updates.
- Wildfire Program Planning Discussion
- Personnel Updates
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hearing on a use variance request for the Western Materials gravel pit. Commissioners will also review the current claims list, which totals $828,958.71 for claims received July 24‑26, 2024. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as public comment, closed captioning, and other business.
- Hearing on Western Materials gravel pit use variance
- Review of current claims list totaling $828,958.71
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Closed captioning available for the meeting
- Standard procedural items (call to order, pledge, land acknowledgement)
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold public hearings on two rezoning items: the Aspire Phased Subdivision and the properties at 725 W. Central Ave. and 715 W. Central Ave. The board will also review the preliminary plat application for the Aspire subdivision and eight related variance requests. Additional agenda items include staff announcements and a compliance update on the Montana Land Use and Planning Act.
- Aspire Phased Subdivision rezoning from RT5.4 Residential to RT5.4 Residential/NC-A (Aspire Neighborhood Character Overlay)
- Approval of the Aspire Phased Subdivision preliminary plat application, subject to recommended conditions
- Eight variance requests associated with the Aspire subdivision, staff‑recommended for approval
- Rezoning of 725 W. Central Ave. & 715 W. Central Ave. from RM1-35 Residential (Multi‑dwelling) to B2-2 Community Business
- Compliance update on the new Montana Land Use and Planning Act (MCA 76-25/SB 382)
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for department updates regarding Public Works and the Montana Department of Transportation. The session focuses on discussing infrastructure and safety inspections.
- Discussion on subdivision sidewalks
- Discussion on recent MDT bridge inspections
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a department‑update meeting featuring public briefings on several projects. Topics include a Memorandum of Understanding for the Missoula Clean Energy Workforce, a family land transfer, a gravel‑pit variance, a subdivision plan, and updates on parks, trails, and grant programs. No formal actions are listed; the items are for discussion and information.
- Memorandum of Understanding for Missoula Clean Energy Workforce
- Simonovich Family Transfer
- Western Materials Gravel Pit Variance (Planning & Zoning Commission)
- Grass Valley Gardens PUD Subdivision
- Big Sky Park – Cell Tower Lease Expansion
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Investment Committee is meeting to discuss general updates. No specific action items or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- BCC Investment Committee General Updates
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board will hold a hybrid meeting to receive departmental updates. Discussion items include updates on ARPA funding, the county budget, WMMHC, MACO, PHC, and personnel matters. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- General update on ARPA funding
- Budget update
- Update on WMMHC program
- Update on MACO program
- Update on PHC program
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a state of emergency related to a July 24 storm event and associated HR policy exemptions. The board is also reviewing a grant for a Native American healing practices resource guide and a service agreement for inmate yoga.
- Ratification of state of emergency for the July 24, 2024 storm event
- Exemption to Human Resource Police 216.30 for employees under the emergency declaration
- Wichoyanke Network Subaward agreement for a regional resource guide (7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025)
- Professional services agreement between Missoula County Detention Facility and Red Willow Learning Center, Inc. for yoga/mindfulness services
- Revised by-laws for the Seeley Lake Community Council
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold an open hearing on the Preliminary County Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2025, presented by Chief Administrative Officer Chris Lounsbury and Chief Financial Officer Andrew Czorny. The agenda also includes a report of current claims totaling $1,842,998.93. Additional items are procedural, such as public comment and other business.
- Preliminary County Budget Proposal FY25 – Open Hearing
- Current Claims List total $1,842,998.93
- Billion Dodge – $46,375.00 CIP - Replacement Pool
- Garden City Janitorial, Inc – $24,687.26 Contracted Services
- Jack Jackson Contractor Group Inc – $83,331.55 Building Dept Construction Project
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Chief Officers will meet to provide general updates. Discussion items include personnel issues and preparation for the preliminary budget hearing.
- Preliminary Budget Hearing preparation
- Personnel issues
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on three consent agenda items: leases for John Deere mowers for Larchmont Golf Course, a two‑year medical advisor contract totaling $13,604, and a professional services agreement amendment of $304,641.38 with the City of Missoula Fire Department funded by a Crisis Diversion Grant. Action items include signing an amended interlocal land‑use planning agreement with the City of Missoula and appointing members to the Missoula Urban Transportation Board and the Clinton Rural Fire District. The meeting will also include an OEM update and discussion of budget enhancement requests for software licenses, training, and a responder wellness app.
- Approve two leases for John Deere mowers for Larchmont Golf Course
- Approve two‑year medical advisor agreement (total $13,604) for MCCHD
- Approve professional services agreement amendment ($304,641.38) with City of Missoula Fire Department
- Sign amended interlocal agreement for land‑use planning services between Missoula County and City of Missoula
- Appoint a member to the Missoula Urban Transportation Board
Planning Board
The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will consider two public hearings regarding zoning changes for properties on Montana Street and a subdivision for a Granite Peak RV Park. The board will also review the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing on rezone of Montana Street properties from Residential to Community Business
- Public hearing on Growth Policy Amendment for 2141 McDonald Avenue
- Consideration of Granite Peak RV Park Subdivision approval
- Review of July 16, 2024 Planning Board minutes
- Hybrid meeting held at Missoula County Courthouse, 200 W. Broadway
BCC Department Updates
The BCC Public Works department will meet to provide general updates. The session includes discussions on storm status, road mills, and bridges.
- Storm status update
- Road mills discussion
- Bridge update
- Director's update
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will receive department updates from Lands & Communities. The meeting includes briefings on flood mitigation and parks and trails policies.
- Flood Mitigation Plan Annual Update
- Parks & Trails Matching Grant Policy Updates
- 2024 Land Stewardship Award presentation
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a BCC Department Update meeting. The agenda includes public comment, a brief action item vote, and discussion of general updates such as ARPA funding, the county budget, the Swan FS Camp project, MOAT funding, personnel matters, and PTOL. No specific decisions or contracts are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion of ARPA funding
- Discussion of the county budget
- Discussion of Swan FS Camp project
- Discussion of MOAT Funding
- Personnel update
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve a professional services agreement for community justice workshops and a contract amendment for WIC program services with a total compensation of $574,455. The board will also consider a resolution to correct errors in FY2025 elected official salary calculations and discuss budget enhancement requests.
- Approve professional services agreement for community justice workshops
- Approve amendment to WIC program services contract ($574,455)
- Approve resolution to amend FY2025 elected official pay
- Discuss budget enhancement requests for health and justice court programs
- Receive wildfire update
Public Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will conduct open hearings on several items, including the Grass Valley Industrial Subdivision, proposed no‑parking zones on Waterside Dr. and Sunnyside Ct., and a boundary line relocation/aggregation/right‑of‑way for the Clouse area. They will also review the current claims list totaling $6,683,966.92 for claims received July 2‑16, 2024. The meeting includes standard procedural items, public announcements, and a period for public comment.
- Open hearing on Grass Valley Industrial Subdivision (presented by Senior Planner Tim Worley)
- Open hearing on resolution for a No Parking Zone on Waterside Dr. (Director Shane Stack)
- Open hearing on resolution for a No Parking Zone on Sunnyside Ct. (Director Shane Stack)
- Open hearing on Clouse Boundary Line Relocation/Aggregation/Right‑of‑Way (Planner Zach Jones)
- Review of current claims list totaling $6,683,966.92 (claims received July 2‑16, 2024)
BCC Department Updates
The board will accept public comments on items not on the agenda. It will consider any action items, though none are specified. The primary discussion will be an update and strategy on pending BCC litigation and claims, which may be held in a closed session. No other business is listed.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Action items (no specific motions listed)
- Update and strategy on pending BCC litigation and claims (may be closed)
- Hybrid meeting attendance options (in‑person at 199 W. Pine St or virtual via Teams)
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to receive general updates from the BCC Chief Officers. The agenda includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda and routine action items such as motions and votes. No specific policy decisions or contracts are slated for approval.
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Routine action items (motions, votes, signatures)
- BCC Chief Officers' general updates
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive general updates from BCC Public Service Agencies. No specific action items or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- BCC Public Service Agencies General Updates
BCC Admin Meetings
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will vote on a contract amendment with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services for $304,641.38 to fund the Mobile Support Team for the second half of FY24. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering a lease for Glacier Ice Rink at the Fairgrounds, a memorandum of understanding among the University of Montana Public Safety, Missoula Police Department, and County Sheriff’s Department, a grant close‑out for the Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund, and a professional services agreement for trail construction at New Meadows Park. A discussion item will address budget enhancement requests for the Grants and Community Programs Department.
- Approve lease agreement with Glacier Ice Rink for Missoula Fairgrounds property
- Approve memorandum of understanding between UM Office of Public Safety, Missoula Police Department, and Missoula County Sheriff's Department
- Approve close‑out certification for Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund job creation grant assisting Cognizant
- Approve professional services agreement with Integrated Trail Lab for perimeter trail construction at New Meadows Park, not to exceed $26,663
- Approve contract amendment with Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services for $304,641.38 to support the Mobile Support Team
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for department updates from the Health Department. The session focuses on environmental health and school resilience.
- Wildfire smoke and extreme heat resilience in schools
- Groundwater monitoring
- Seeley Lake nitrates
Board of Adjustment
The Missoula County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning variance request. The board is considering whether to allow driveway access for the Kemosabe Subdivision Development from Highway 93 S.
- Public hearing for Kemosabe Subdivision Development zoning variance for driveway access from Highway 93 S
BCC Admin Meetings
The Board of County Commissioners will consider an employment agreement for the Chief Administrative Officer and a $299,851 task order for health programs. The board is also reviewing library board appointments and litigation funding related to a library contractor. Budget enhancement requests for the County Attorney and Community Justice Department are scheduled for discussion.
- $299,851 task order for Missoula City-County Health Department programs
- Employment agreement for Chris Lounsbury as Chief Administrative Officer at $76.00 per hour
- Appointment of members to the Missoula City-County Library Board
- Use of risk fund for litigation regarding the Missoula Public Library DNA climber contractor
- Budget enhancement requests for County Attorney and Community Justice Department
Public Meetings
The Missoula Board of County Commissioners will conduct hearings regarding zoning amendments, fire district annexations, and property transfers. The board will also review claims totaling $6,635,473,48 received between June 17 and June 28, 2024.
- $6,635,473,48 in claims received June 17 to June 28, 2024
- Lindbergh Lake Variance hearing
- Deer Creek Tracts Zoning and Growth Policy-Amendment
- Three Missoula Rural Fire District Annexation Petitions
- Pauldine Family Transfer
BCC Department Updates
The Board of County Commissioners will consider four requests for property tax refunds. These items involve correcting errors in property descriptions, such as square footage and bedroom counts.
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 2134653 (2014-2023) regarding property description error
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 2028206 (2017-2023) regarding square footage and age
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 1413005 (2014-2023) regarding rent rating error
- Refund request for Taxpayer ID 3770706 (2023) regarding property structure error
BCC Department Updates
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners will receive general updates from Chief Officers. This agenda contains only procedural items and no specific action items or ordinances are listed.
- General BCC Chief Officers' (COO) updates