Parks & recreation in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about parks & recreation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
441 Montana meetings since 2024 covered parks & recreation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most parks & recreation activity
- Missoula, MT (163)
- Missoula County, MT (88)
- Whitefish, MT (33)
- Butte, MT (32)
- Kalispell, MT (29)
- Great Falls, MT (28)
- Bozeman, MT (20)
- Anaconda, MT (16)
- Belgrade, MT (12)
- Helena, MT (7)
- Sanders County, MT (6)
- Columbia Falls, MT (3)
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Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for December 25, 2026
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items, presentations, or discussion topics are listed for this meeting.
Resort tax committee reviews financial reports and project updates
The Whitefish Resort Tax Monitoring Committee will review financial reports and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The group will also discuss public works and parks projects funded by resort tax dollars.
Committee to reappoint parks board members and approve green power agreement
The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider reappointing three members to the Parks and Recreation Board and approve a Green Power Program Lead Community Agreement. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers or virtually via Teams.
Committee considers right-of-way vacation on Expo Parkway
The Public Works and Mobility Committee is meeting to discuss a right-of-way vacation for a portion of a cul-de-sac on Expo Parkway. The committee may set a public hearing for August 10, 2026, to adopt a resolution of intention for this vacation.
Parking Commission meeting includes only routine reports, no decisions
The Parking Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2026. The agenda consists of routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, and departmental reports. No new business, contracts, or ordinance items are scheduled for decision.
Committee plans to present survey results and action items to City Council
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee will approve minutes and discuss updates on the community survey, which has 154 responses toward a goal of 250. They will decide on actions to prepare two biannual presentations for City Council that summarize survey results, the fall tourism report, and…
City Council to consider updates to water, wastewater, and stormwater plans
The City Council will discuss adopting updated facility plans for water, wastewater collection, and advanced wastewater treatment. The body is also considering incorporating the 2025 Stormwater Facility Plan into the city's land use plan.
Missoula County Parks Board to elect officers and nominate park stewards
The Parks and Trails Advisory Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, elect officers, and nominate individuals for the Park Steward program. The meeting will conclude with a tour of Marshall Mountain.
Site tour and discussion of Duncan Trail and Rattlesnake Dam Removal
The committee will conduct an on-site tour at the Duncan Drive Trailhead. Discussion will focus on new infrastructure including a kiosk, signage, native plantings, and an interpretative kiosk related to the Rattlesnake Dam Removal project.
Committee to recommend new fire district impact fees, consider park and sheriff funding
The Impact Fee Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on a recommendation to adopt the Missoula Rural Fire District Impact Fees based on a study. They will also consider two appropriation requests: $11,000 for a playground at West Riverside Community Park and $50,000 for Phase I design of a new Sheriff's Office…
Uptown Butte BID discusses administrative hiring and streetscape projects
The Board of Directors will review applications for the Administrative Assistant position and receive updates on website and social media communications. The meeting includes discussions on visible improvement projects, including garbage cans and the Mayer Building fence, alongside a status update on the Toole Design…
Park Board discusses budget support and Marshal Mountain update
The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a letter of support for the FY27 budget request. The meeting also includes an update on Marshal Mountain and a discussion regarding the Master Fee Schedule.
Missoula Parking Commission meeting has no substantive items
The agenda for the Missoula Parking Commission meeting on July 14, 2026, contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed decisions, proposals, or public hearings.
Board will consider approving the Depot Park Stage Public Engagement Plan
The Whitefish Park Board will discuss and vote on the Depot Park Stage Public Engagement Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the June 9, 2026 minutes, public comments, committee reports, and departmental updates. No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.
Park board to discuss Janicki Industries ground breaking, dam drawdown
The board will consider new business items including a ground breaking for Janicki Industries, a dam drawdown project, and the Iron Man event. They will also discuss 4th of July fireworks and upcoming events. Staff reports and public comment will be heard.
Missoula City Council considers park construction and annexation policy updates
The City Council will review a construction contract for the Park on North Scott Street and street improvements. Other items include an agreement for annexation policy analysis and various municipal code amendments.
Parks and Recreation Board discusses park rehabilitation and property sale
The Board will hear a presentation on the Basin Creek Park Rehabilitation Project. Discussion includes a potential purchase of Mammoth Park by Roxzan Spolar and updates on the golf course, Ridge Waters Water Park, and aquatics.
Committee to review revised parking study letter for City Council
The Climate Action Plan Standing Committee will review a revised parking study letter to be sent to City Council. They will also discuss updates on priority action items and project updates from previous meetings, including a MOD strategy for revising the Climate Action Plan.
Board to consider $500K grant for low-income home rehab
The Board of County Commissioners will act on a consent agenda of 14 items and one action item. The action item is a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant for rehabilitating low- to moderate-income owner-occupied homes to address failing septic systems and health/safety issues. Consent items include a trail…
City Commission to consider rezoning 305 21st Ave S to R-2 medium-density residential
The Great Falls City Commission will consider a first reading of Ordinance 3285 to rezone 305 21st Ave S to R-2 Single-family Medium Density. The consent agenda includes setting public hearings for the Gibson Park concession lease, the Business Improvement District and Tourism BID budgets, and a rules update. The…
Basin Creek Park historic district update with EPA brownfields hearing
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on EPA Brownfields abatement at Basin Creek Park and discuss rehabilitation design with Great West Engineering. They will also review several Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to historic properties, including 739 South Main Street…
Missoula County Board to discuss zoning, parks, and grants
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will review interim zoning for a data center, growth policy and zoning for Blackfoot Crossing, and amendments to subdivision regulations. The board will also receive updates on Marshall Mountain, parks, community resources, and officer matters.
Helena City Commission reviews urban renewal plans, zoning changes, and parking fees.
The Helena City Commission is reviewing three fiscal year 2026 urban renewal district work plans and considering a zoning change for a residential property. Commissioners will also vote on proposed updates to city parking enforcement, sidewalk regulations, and garbage disposal fees at the transfer station. Other…
Council to hold public hearing on preliminary FY2027 budget
The Kalispell City Council will hold public hearings on the preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and on water, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment facility plans. The council will also consider amending off-street parking fees and a first reading of parking updates, a design contract for Fire Station…
Committee to discuss Connect Whitefish plan and new transportation advisory committee
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Advisory Committee will consider approval of previous minutes, receive updates on the Riverbend/Miles Avenue Path Project and the Connect Whitefish Plan, and discuss the formation of a new Transportation Advisory Committee. They will also review a future project list for shared-use…
Laurel Park Board to discuss Riverside Park and Billie Riddle Splash Park
The Park Board will meet to discuss several park infrastructure projects and facilities. The agenda includes updates on Riverside Park and the Billie Riddle Splash Park.
Budget adjustment and pavilion selection for Corbett Park discussed
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District board will discuss and consider an adjustment to the proposed FY27 budget and consider selecting a pavilion for Corbett Park. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
Council discusses planning for the annual Summer Celebration
The council will discuss and plan the upcoming Summer Celebration scheduled for August 22, 2026. The event is set to take place in Jaycee Park from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Council to consider Adopt a Park Program, meet new Parks Director
The Great Falls Neighborhood Council District 4 will vote on adopting the Adopt a Park Program and hear an introduction from new Park and Recreation Director Toby Hazelbaker. The council will also approve minutes from May 28, 2026. Public comment on non-agenda items is invited.
Board approves minutes and reviews forest management plan
The Urban Parks and Forestry Board will approve minutes from a previous meeting and review public survey results and preliminary tree data for the 2026 Urban Forest Management Plan. The meeting will be held in-person and via video conference.
City Commission discusses public safety levy and parks master plan
The City Commission will review several departmental updates and city management items. Discussion topics include public safety funding, urban renewal work plans, and park planning.
Transportation Board to review 2027 Master Plan and approve school parking permits
The Transportation Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting, review a request for qualifications for the 2027 Transportation Master Plan, and discuss the Gallatin Valley MPO Long Range Transportation Plan. The board will also consider approving the management of a residential parking permit district…
Committee hears FY27 budget presentations from 6 city departments
The Budget and Finance Committee will hear FY27 budget presentations from the Parking Commission, Parks & Recreation, Public Works & Mobility, Missoula Redevelopment Agency, Municipal Court, and Missoula Public Health. No specific dollar amounts or policy changes are detailed in the agenda.
Commission to adopt FY27 annual operating budget and biennium budget
The Bozeman City Commission will consider adopting the FY27 Annual Operating Budget and 2027 Biennium Budget as a primary action item. The consent agenda includes multiple contract awards and authorizations, such as a $1.89 million lift station project, sewer interceptor work, and professional services agreements…
Missoula council considers $130k purchase of 28 acres for Milwaukee Trail park
The Missoula City Council will hold public hearings on acquiring 28 acres of the historic Milwaukee Rail Corridor for a future trail park and on a land use plan amendment for the Reserve to Scott area. The council will also approve a $366,391 contract for security camera upgrades at city parks and aquatics facilities…
Tree board to elect officers, set meeting schedule
This is a procedural meeting of the Tree Board. Members will elect officers (chair, vice chair, secretary) and decide on a regular meeting schedule. The board will also review the ordinance that created it.
Parking commission to review fee/fine changes, parking system RFP
The Parking Advisory Commission will hear updates from the Downtown Parking Summit, including financial changes to fees and fines, and review the status of a request for proposals for a new downtown parking management system. The commission will also discuss capital improvements funded by TIF dollars, including…
Board discusses Durant Canyon trail project updates and fencing quotes
The Greenway Authority Board will receive updates on the Durant Canyon project, including signage and fencing/gate quotes. They will also discuss a meeting recap with BAP (Patriot) and BNSF Railroad, the Craddock Easement, and an ICMM update.
Committee to hear land care philosophy for parks and trails
The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will receive an informational presentation on the Land Care Philosophy and Management for Developed Parks and Trails. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comment.
Council to review 2027 maintenance plan and update special events ordinances
The Council of Commissioners will discuss the fiscal year 2027 County-Wide Maintenance District Workplan. The body is also deciding on several municipal code amendments regarding special events and fire department jurisdictional areas, as well as approving numerous service contracts and board appointments.