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.
648 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 (87)
- Butte, MT (73)
- Whitefish, MT (71)
- Kalispell, MT (45)
- Belgrade, MT (37)
- Laurel, MT (36)
- Great Falls, MT (33)
- Anaconda, MT (32)
- Bozeman, MT (20)
- Broadwater County, MT (11)
- Billings, MT (10)
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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.
Committee to discuss e-bike fact sheet and path speed signs
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Advisory Committee will review and discuss a draft fact sheet on e-bikes, mopeds, scooters, and e-motorcycles, and consider MPH signs for shared use paths. They will also address old business, Connect Whitefish safety items, and an open vice chair position. The agenda includes routine…
Council to set FY2027 budget hearing, rates, and land sales
The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners is meeting to consider scheduling public hearings for the FY2027 final budget and user rates for storm water, solid waste, lighting, fire hydrant, and metro sewer. They will also review requests to purchase county-owned land, a legal review of parking contracts, and a…
Missoula Parking Commission to review June finances and minutes
The Missoula Parking Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its July 7, 2026 meeting, review the June 2026 financial statement, and hear the director's report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major action items listed.
Committee to consider four land purchase requests, including Mammoth Park
The Butte-Silver Bow Land Sales Committee will consider four requests from residents to purchase county-owned land, including a request to buy Mammoth Park, which has been deemed surplus. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. Public comment will be heard on agenda items…
Parks district to set FY2027 special assessment and adopt budget
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will consider Resolution 2026-22, which sets the special assessment for FY2027 and adopts the final FY2027 budget. The meeting also includes a public forum, approval of the August minutes, and reports from the director and ex-officio members.
Parking Advisory Commission to continue discussion on pending parking RFPs
The Parking Advisory Commission will meet to continue its discussion of the pending parking Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including any new or updated information from submitters. The meeting will also include approval of the August 20, 2026 minutes and public comment. This is a working session focused on the ongoing…
Council to consider FY2027 budget, property tax levy, and zoning parking changes
The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings on several items, including a zoning text amendment to change residential parking requirements, resolutions altering forestry and street maintenance assessment methods, and resolutions adopting the final FY2027 budget, establishing a…
BID board to discuss streetscape, fence, bike racks, and food truck park
The Uptown Butte Business Improvement District (BID) Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially decide on several Uptown improvement projects, including streetscape enhancements funded by a CDBG grant, garbage can pickup service, a fence improvement project at the Mayer Building, and additional bike…
Council votes on $2M accounts payable and Wildflower Apartments tax exemption
The Missoula City Council will vote on a $2,033,232.97 accounts payable package and hold a public hearing on a property tax exemption request for Wildflower Apartments. The meeting also includes approval of a $120,304.00 contract for a restroom at the Park on North Scott Street and confirmation of a Tourism Business…
Council to discuss renting downtown parking lots and allowing block parties
The Kalispell City Council is holding a work session to discuss two potential policy changes: renting city-owned downtown parking lots for special events and allowing residents to temporarily close streets for block parties. Currently, neither activity is permitted. The council will consider whether to create…
Parks board to elect officers, nominate park stewards, approve Kona agreement
The Missoula County Parks and Trails Advisory Board is meeting to elect officers, consider park steward nominations, and review a Kona FAS M&M agreement. The board will also hear staff and committee reports, then tour Marshall Mountain after adjournment.
Committee to vote on $120,304 restroom purchase for Park on North Scott
The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider approving a $120,304 agreement with CXT for a pre-fabricated bathroom unit at Park on North Scott Street. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of the July 22, 2026 minutes, and roll call.
Parking Commission to reconsider library-area parking boundary expansion
The Butte-Silver Bow Parking Commission will consider a request to adjust the 2-hour parking district boundary to include the area adjacent to the library, affecting four spaces on Broadway Street (one handicapped, three general) and five on Idaho Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April and…
Parks Board site visit for North Duncan Trailhead grand opening, no business
This is not a regular business meeting. The Parks and Recreation Board is gathering on site at the Duncan Drive Trailhead for a tour and to attend the grand opening of the North Duncan Trailhead and Reservoir Loop Trail at the Rattlesnake Reservoir Park Preserve. The agenda explicitly states no City or Parks and…
Committee site visit for North Duncan Trailhead grand opening
This is not a business meeting but a site visit and invitation for the Conservation Lands Advisory Committee to attend the grand opening of the North Duncan Trailhead and Reservoir Loop Trail at Rattlesnake Reservoir Park Preserve. No city or parks business will be discussed, and there are no action or discussion…
County to review preliminary budget revenues and approve multiple contracts
The Missoula County Commission will hold an administrative public meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and agreements, including fencing projects, a shower/restroom project, software renewals, and a land use license. They will also take action on appointing a fire service area member and…
Parks superintendent to present on CM Russell Park state
The Great Falls Neighborhood Council District #5 is meeting to hear presentations on the state of city parks, especially CM Russell Park, and the Adopt a Park program. They will also receive notification of an upcoming Clean Energy Fair. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
Council to set Metro Sewer rates, buy vacant lots, review parking contracts
The Butte-Silver Bow Council of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including setting user rates for Metro Sewer, authorizing purchases of county-owned land, scheduling public hearings for the FY2027 budget and utility rates, and requesting a legal review of parking enforcement contracts…
Missoula committee to weigh FY27 budget amendments and $1.1M sewer bond
The Budget and Finance Committee will consider a resolution authorizing a $1,107,000 sewer system revenue bond and deliberate on the fiscal year 2027 budget, including several proposed amendments. The agenda includes presentations on the Tourism Business Improvement District, Downtown Business Improvement District…
Park Board to vote on updated Irrigation Master Plan and Depot Park stage engagement
The Whitefish Park Board will consider approving updates to the Irrigation Master Plan, which reflect the removal of irrigation maintenance along Highway 93. They will also receive an update on the Depot Park Stage public engagement process, including a September 16 community meeting, and consider canceling the…
Park board to vote on Conservation Lands Advisory Committee bylaws
The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board will consider adopting updated bylaws for the Conservation Lands Advisory Committee, hear a projects and planning update, and receive reports from the Missoula Art Museum and city staff. The meeting also includes routine items like approving the July minutes and public comment.
Council to discuss naming policy for city assets and Westside parking zone update
The Kalispell City Council is holding a work session to discuss two items: a proposed policy for naming or renaming city-owned parks, facilities, and public assets, and an update on the Westside Parking Management Zone. No formal votes are scheduled; the council will provide direction to staff. The naming policy was…
Board to discuss $1M Ironman event, pool repairs, and park masterplan
The Park and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss old business including outdoor pool mechanics, a Wadsworth Park masterplan, and updates on the potential Ironman event, which could cost close to $1 million. New business includes a recap of Lions Fun Fest and fall programming. The agenda is a mix of updates and…
Belgrade City Council to discuss parking ordinance and impact fees
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the parking ordinance and updates to an impact fee study. As this is a workshop session, no formal actions or final decisions will be made.
Missoula County BCC to discuss impact fees, grants, and fund reallocations
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will hold a department update meeting on August 10, 2026, from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. Discussion items include public meeting briefings on Missoula Rural Fire District impact fees and a Loterbauer/Rosco Road aggregate and fee topic, presentations on the Dog Days Ultra…
Board to discuss location for new volleyball court construction
The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will discuss the location for a new volleyball court construction. The meeting also includes approval of the July 2, 2026, meeting minutes and reports from the Ex-Officio and Regional Parks Director.
Tree/Park Board to discuss park improvements and facility updates
The Tree/Park Board will meet to discuss several park enhancements and facility updates. The agenda includes discussions on new amenities and infrastructure for various city parks.
Neighborhood Council 3 to plan summer celebration
The Council District #3 Neighborhood Council is holding a special meeting to discuss planning for a summer celebration. The event is scheduled for August 22, 2026, in Jaycee Park.
Commissioners to consider speed limit increase on Weasel Creek Road
The Broadwater County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a speed limit change in Winston. The body will also review a project checklist for citizens and address routine consent agenda items.
Billings City Council to discuss South Park Pool and Wilson Park lease
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss three specific topics. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on each item.
Missoula County BCC holds department updates meeting
The BCC Lands & Communities body will receive updates from various departments. The meeting consists of discussion items and public comment periods.
Committee to consider $293,010 stormwater contract for Missoula Development Park
The Public Works Committee will consider authorizing the mayor to sign a second addendum to an interlocal agreement with Missoula County for stormwater improvements at the Missoula Development Park. They will also vote on awarding a $293,009.83 contract to 3 Rivers Landworks for those stormwater construction services…
Parking commission to grade RFP bids, appoint vice chair, consider new member
The Parking Advisory Commission will review and grade proposals from six vendors for a downtown parking management system, appoint a vice chair, and vote on recommending Aimee Lennox for commission membership. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
County to consider Marshall Creek restoration, $40K trail grant, and multiple board appointments.
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including a memorandum with Trout Unlimited for restoring a section of Marshall Creek, a $40,000 grant from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for trail construction at Marshall Mountain Park, and a medical advisor contract for the health department…
City Council to review 90% draft of Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The City Council will discuss a progress update on the updated Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This document serves as a 20-year strategic guide for park development and facility management. No formal action is requested at this meeting; the session is for review and feedback before final adoption in late summer.
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.
Urban Forest Board to review DNRC grant and tree planting events
The Butte Urban Forest Board will discuss the April minutes, financial report, and urban forester's report. They will review the DNRC Tree Planting Grant, new board members, and recent Arbor Day celebration (June 5). Other topics include uptown tree planting, tree planting on Rowe Road (June 12), and Farmers Market…