Homelessness in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about homelessness — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
30 Montana meetings since 2024 covered homelessness. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most homelessness activity
- Butte, MT (13)
- Missoula, MT (8)
- Missoula County, MT (3)
- Laurel, MT (2)
- Cascade County, MT (1)
- Billings School District No. 2, MT (1)
- Great Falls, MT (1)
- Kalispell, MT (1)
Latest matching meetings
County Commission to consider contracts, DUI task force appointment
The Cascade County Commission will review the treasurer's and accounts payable reports, approve minutes from previous meetings, and consider multiple contracts including animal shelter interlocal, elections administration, and vaccine MOU. They will also act on appointments to the DUI Task Force and Great Falls…
Board Operations Committee reviews 9 policy updates on students
The Billings School District No. 2 Board Operations Committee is meeting to discuss and propose revisions to nine policies covering homeless and foster care students, school closures, nonresident enrollment, foreign exchange students, student code of conduct, freedom of expression, publications, searches and seizures…
Board to discuss animal shelter update and ordinance changes
The Animal Services Board will review and approve meeting minutes, receive an update on the animal shelter, and discuss animal services ordinances. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda items and non-agenda matters.
Commission to vote on $870,085 CDBG ADA upgrades contract
The Great Falls City Commission will consider routine consent‑agenda items and approve a $25,652 change order for the Animal Shelter remodel. It will set public hearings for a golf‑fee resolution and a conditional use permit at 800 Sacajawea Drive. The commission will also vote on two major construction contracts…
Animal Services Board to review shelter update
The Animal Services Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a report from the Animal Services Department. The board will also discuss an update regarding the animal shelter.
Board considers installation of new basketball floor
The Civic Center Board will review and vote on several operational items. These include setting concession pricing, confirming completion of the Northeast parking lot, and approving the installation of a new basketball floor. The board will also hear a marketing report and discuss the Red Cross shelter agreement.
Butte Civic Center approved as ARC shelter for emergency response
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review hazard incident reports, the BSB Hazard Mitigation Plan update, grant and training information, and confirm the Butte Civic Center as an ARC shelter. The meeting will also discuss emergency communications upgrades, public health updates, and other emergency…
Committee considers FY26 contract for Poverello Center operations
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee is meeting to discuss a service contract for the Poverello Center. The committee will consider authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for outreach and programs for people without a house in Missoula.
Presentation on Northwestern Energy wildfire mitigation and PSPS strategy
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will approve the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive a presentation on Northwestern Energy’s wildfire mitigation and public safety power shutoff strategy. The committee will also receive updates on hazmat incidents, emergency alerts, the MDT…
Council to vote on police chief appointment and Iron Horse Station zone change
The Laurel City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointing Jarred Anglin as Police Chief, a zone change for Iron Horse Station Subdivision from R-6000 to RMF, and contracts for roofing and other services. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, financial statements, and…
Commissioners to approve contracts and land sale for homelessness aid and wastewater upgrades
The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will vote on multiple agreements, including a $16,704.57 fire department contract renewal, a $46,139.40 water treatment plant change order, and a $1,000 land sale to settle an estate. They will also discuss homelessness assistance programs and wastewater treatment…
Council to vote on annexing city-owned park land and several resolutions
The Laurel City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing city-owned park land contiguous to city limits, along with several resolutions including mutual aid, union MOU, animal shelter services, a curb and gutter variance, and a final annexation. They will also consider consent items such as claims and…
Board approves animal shelter remodel contract and health department immunization funding
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a contract amendment for animal shelter remodeling and a task order for health department immunization services. The meeting also includes a budget overview presentation and a closed-door discussion on litigation strategy.
Committee considers adopting Missoula Community Houselessness Strategy
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will meet to consider a resolution adopting the 'On Our Way Home' strategy. The committee will also receive an informational update regarding the Johnson Street Shelter and Housing Sprint.
Committee to discuss funding for Johnson Street shelter and housing sprint
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will consider a resolution to maintain full capacity at the Johnson Street shelter and continue funding for the housing sprint through fiscal year 2026. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
Committee will receive an informational update on Johnson Street Shelter
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will approve the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting, hold a public comment period, and receive an informational update on the Johnson Street Shelter and Housing Sprint. No decisions or votes are scheduled for the shelter update; it is presented for…
Council to vote on Community Enrichment Director appointment, EPA soil comments
The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners will meet as a Committee of the Whole to consider several communications, including requests to schedule public hearings for budget amendments for the Animal Shelter Remodeling Project, crisis diversion, and Family Planning Clinic. They will also vote on appointing Dave…
Board to discuss animal ordinance draft, shelter remodel, and $2,500 grant
The Animal Services Board will consider a draft of a new Animal Services Ordinance and receive an update on the Animal Shelter Remodel Project. New business includes a $2,500 grant from Best Friends Animal Society and discussion of security and body cameras for the department. Public comment will be heard on agenda…
Commissioners consider budget amendment for Animal Shelter Remodeling Project
The Council of Commissioners is meeting to discuss scheduling a public hearing for a budget amendment and a bid opening for equipment. The body is also reviewing a report on a walking trail tunnel under Harrison Avenue.
Council to declare intention to create Business Improvement District for Uptown Butte
The Council will vote on a resolution declaring intent to create Business Improvement District No. 1 for Uptown Butte, and hold a final reading of an ordinance establishing ADA ramp encroachment permits. Consent agenda includes several professional service contracts, including $43,800 for sewer line inspection, and…
Committee receives updates on the Housing Impact Fund and Houseless Programs
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will consider informational updates on the Missoula Housing Impact Fund and the Missoula Economic Partnership. It will also receive a report on Houseless Programs. No actions or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.
Animal Services Board to discuss ordinances, shelter remodel
The Butte Animal Services Board will consider approving prior meeting minutes, receive an update on the Animal Shelter Remodel Project, discuss the MT Animal Wellness Conference and a donation from Tomazich, and take up new business regarding Animal Services Ordinances. Public comment is accepted on agenda items and…
Council to schedule bid openings for shelter and parking lot projects
The Council of Commissioners is meeting to schedule bid openings for December 4, 2024. These actions are required because the projects are funded by ARPA and must be contracted by December 30, 2024.
Board considers $909,862 for Johnson Street Temporary Emergency Shelter
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.
Committee to vote on Black Knight security services contract amendment
The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider a one‑year amendment to the Black Knight Services Agreement for Sheltering Security Services. The committee will also discuss removing sections that allow contractors to carry firearms and to provide security inside the Poverello Center shelter…
Animal Shelter Remodel Project Update and Tomazich Donation on Agenda
The Animal Services Board will review and approve minutes from April 2024, receive updates on the animal shelter remodel project and department goals for 2024-25, and consider a donation from Tomazich. The board will also discuss attendance at the MT Annual Wellness Conference.
Council to consider conditional use permit for Flathead Warming Center
The City Council will consider potential action on a conditional use permit for the Flathead Warming Center, postponed from July 16. The consent agenda includes second reading of Ordinance 1926 for the Gardner/Anderson Ranch Planned Unit Development, and awards for various capital projects totaling over $3.8 million.
City Council will approve $2.47 million in accounts payable claims
The Missoula City Council meeting will consider routine items such as approving the consent agenda, which includes a payment of $2,467,212.78 for September 17, 2024 invoices. Council members will also discuss a professional services amendment for the South Avenue Safe Streets and Roads for All grant, authorizing up to…
Board considers $3.5 million contract for Animal Shelter expansion
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.
Committee considers funding and operations for Johnson Street Shelter
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee is discussing the management of the Johnson Street Temporary Emergency Shelter. The body is considering agreements for funding and operational services for the facility.