Schools & libraries in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
211 Montana meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most schools & libraries activity
- Whitefish Public Schools, MT (74)
- Missoula County, MT (26)
- Granite County, MT (24)
- Anaconda, MT (17)
- Butte, MT (15)
- Whitefish, MT (12)
- Great Falls, MT (11)
- Belgrade, MT (10)
- Missoula, MT (6)
- Sanders County, MT (5)
- Big Horn County, MT (5)
- Bozeman, MT (3)
Latest matching meetings
City Commission reviews FY2027 library and court budgets and updates meeting rules
The Commission will present and discuss the FY2027 proposed budget for the Great Falls Public Library, including projected revenue of $2,795,197 and expenses of $2,785,370. It will also present the FY2027 proposed budget for the Municipal Court. Commissioners will review proposed updates to the Rules of Conduct and…
City Commission to consider $5.02 million water system revenue bond
The Great Falls City Commission will vote on the consent agenda, which includes approving a $5,020,000 water system revenue bond, final payments of $820,745 for the Sanitary Sewer Trenchless Rehabilitation Phase 27 project, and a School Resource Officer agreement. The commission will also set public hearings for…
Commission to consider ballot measure for permanent ambulance service funding
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will approve minutes from July meetings and authorize payment of pending claims. Commissioners will discuss several unfinished items, including a resolution to place an ambulance service levy question on the general election ballot, a clinical affiliate agreement with Montana…
Transportation Committee to review bus contracts and driver certifications
The Butte-Silver Bow County Annual Transportation Committee is meeting to review individual transportation contracts and reimbursement claims. The body will also discuss bus inspections, driver certificates, and rider lists. A special meeting for bus route maps will be scheduled for a later date.
Weed board to discuss drone spraying, contract road spraying, and education schedule
The Sanders County Weed Board will review reports on Rush Skeletonweed, Blueweed, and Eurasian Watermilfoil, along with old business including an education/outreach schedule, employee status, and a weed education class. New business includes a morning office closure for follow-up spraying. The board will also consider…
County commission to vote on Teamsters/IUOE collective bargaining agreement
The Board of County Commissioners is holding an administrative public meeting with a consent agenda and action items. The consent agenda includes approval of a successor collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Union Local #2 and IUOE Local 302, contracts for the expanded Western Montana Fair, a $691,306 WIC…
Board will elect FY27 officers and approve June minutes
The Whitefish Community Library Board will consider unfinished business items, including approval of the June 10, 2026 meeting minutes, a review of edits to Policy 2028 Hot Spots, and updates on sprinkler heads and the library’s credit union account. The board will also elect officers for fiscal year 2027. No other…
Library board to review 2026-2027 budget
The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2026-2027 budget, with no action scheduled for this meeting. The board will also discuss an encroachment recommendation to present to the county commissioners on July 28, 2026.
Study Commission to finalize ballot language and report
The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will review and potentially approve ballot initiatives and language, finalize its report, and discuss voter education materials. A public hearing may be held. The meeting includes standard procedural items.
Public hearing on Cattleguard fee to be held
The Big Horn County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Cattleguard fee. The board will also consider a recording resolution, a property offer, a hire finder request, and a school district property request. Additional agenda items include claim approvals, minutes, personnel/legal matters, and old…
County Commissioners to vote on resolution to improve mental health commitment process
The Granite County Commissioners will consider adopting Resolution 2026-7, urging the Montana Association of Counties to advocate for improvements to the state's civil involuntary mental health commitment process. Other business includes a budget update with county public health nurse Deb Robinson and an initial…
Library Board to decide on director compensation and holiday closure
The Great Falls Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on adopting minutes, financial reports, and two action items: compensation for the library director and a July 4th holiday closure. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comment. Attached minutes from May special and regular meetings show…
Library board to discuss 2027 budget and goals
The Butte-Silver Bow Public Library Board will review financials and the 2027 budget discussion. They will also set 2026 goals for facility/staffing, collections, and community outreach. Bylaws review and a City Librarian Group open house are on the agenda.
City Commission interviews library board candidates
This work session is primarily for interviewing three candidates for the Great Falls Library Board. The Commission will consider Len Nopen, Anne Burnett, and Brian Patrick. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items such as public…
Sanders County Board to canvass election and discuss administrative items
The Sanders County Board of Commissioners will conduct an election canvass and review administrative items including a Clean Lakes agreement, library board appointments, and airport agreements. A junk vehicle bid opening is canceled.
Whitefish Library Board to review budget and facility updates
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the budget and receive reports from the Facility and Friends of the Library committees. The board will also address updates regarding sprinkler heads and the Trustees-in-Training program.
Commission to vote on updating EMS transport rates
The Bozeman City Commission will vote on a resolution to update the fee schedule for Emergency Medical Services transport. The consent agenda includes a use license agreement with West University LLC for Aaker Park and a professional services agreement with Potts Drilling Inc. for replacing irrigation well pumps and…
Commission reviews charter language and prepares final report for voters.
The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will review proposed charter language and discuss the final report and voter education materials. The meeting covers standard procedural items like public comment and minute approval. No specific policy votes or funding decisions are scheduled.
Cascade County Commission meets to approve contracts and reports
The Cascade County Commission will convene to approve meeting minutes and consider contracts with public schools and other entities. The agenda includes reports from the Assessor and Treasurer.
Library Board to discuss FY27 budget, summer program, new policies
The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board will discuss the proposed FY27 library budget, updates to the Summer Learning Program, a makerspace waiver, and a draft Library of Things collection policy. Public comment is invited. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.
Library Board to vote on FY27 budget, director pay, and strategic plan
The Great Falls Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the FY27 operational and foundation budgets, a prorated compensation increase for the director, non-union merit increases, and an extension of the 2023-2026 strategic plan through 2027. They will also consider recommending a board appointment and approve…
Library board to discuss strategic plan process at special meeting
The Great Falls Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss the library's strategic plan process. The agenda includes routine items such as agenda approval, public comment, and board applicant statements.
Library Board discusses mill levy election and potential $25K mortgage payment
The Philipsburg Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the upcoming June 2 mill levy election and the 2026-27 budget. The board is also considering using $25,000 from 2025 fundraiser funds to pay down the mortgage.
Library board to discuss 2027 budget and greenhouse grant.
The Library Board will approve March minutes, receive the Librarian's Report with financials and South Branch update, and discuss the 2026 Goals, including a PSCG dedication and greenhouse grant. A discussion on the 2027 Budget will also take place.
Community Council to hear updates from Stewards of the Swan Valley and Forest Service
The Community Council will meet to receive reports from local organizations and government officials. Discussions include updates from the Flathead National Forest and the Youth Outdoor Education Rendezvous.
City and County officials discuss budget priorities for 2026
The City-County Joint Budget Work Session will cover funding for support services, transit, and city operations. Officials will present budget details for departments including police, IT, and the library.
Public Works Committee to discuss Laurel Middle School crosswalk
The Public Works Committee will meet to review an emergency call out report and receive an engineering services update. The committee will also discuss a crosswalk at Laurel Middle School.
Council to discuss closing its bank account
The West Valley Community Council will discuss closing its bank account and receive updates from local organizations. The council serves as a liaison and has no decision-making authority. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and community updates from the fire chief…
Library Board to vote on preliminary budget
The Whitefish Library Board will vote to approve the preliminary budget before presenting it to the City Council. They will also receive updates from the Facility and Friends of the Library committees, and consider adoption of a vision statement.
Board discusses outreach and events to support the upcoming library levy vote
The Library Board will report on recent events and plan promotional activities for the library levy. Items include reviewing signage placement, encouraging personal outreach calls, and deciding on a wine‑and‑cheese gathering to boost community support. The meeting also covers updates on recent library programs and a…
Granite County DUI Task Force to review reinstatement fees and DUI patrols
The task force will hear the financial report on reinstatement fees and current balance, receive the sheriff's MIP/DUI report, and discuss old business including DUI patrols and designated driver gift cards. New business includes upcoming events and education/prevention ideas for the community and schools. The meeting…
Board considers funding for youth shelters and a motorsports event
The Board of County Commissioners will review several grant allocations and contracts, including funding for youth crisis services and public health programs. The board is also deciding on a development agreement with Grant Creek-Crossing Missoula LLC and a school architecture report.
Library board to discuss strategic plan process
The Great Falls Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a strategic planning discussion. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, the Pledge of Allegiance, public comment, and a discussion of the library's strategic plan process. No decisions or votes on specific projects or budgets are scheduled.
Library board to discuss statue and review financials
The board will approve minutes, discuss a statue, and hear the director's and financial reports. They will also consider a letter to the editor and a building report. Public comment is for items not on the agenda.
Library Board to take up director evaluation and budget discussion
The Great Falls Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the agenda and March meeting minutes, accept March financial reports, and hear reports from the director and foundation. Old business includes a tabled discussion on the director's evaluation, and new business opens an initial discussion on the…
Task force to vote on 2026 management plan update and herbicide contractor
The Sanders County Aquatic Invasive Plants Task Force will consider and vote on the 2026 update to the management plan, review funding status and new funding requests, and select a contractor for herbicide application. Other agenda items include inspection station updates, scientific advisory panel summary, and…
Library board to review strategic plan and discuss Mill Levy Task Force events
The Philipsburg Community Library Board will review its strategic plan and consider upcoming Mill Levy Task Force activities. The meeting will also approve the March 11, 2026 minutes and receive reports from the clerk, librarian, and program manager. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.
Council to discuss donating remaining funds and closing accounts
The Clinton Community Council will consider donating its remaining checking account balance to local organizations and finalize the timeline for closing its account and credit card. Other business includes a land exchange notice from the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, and updates on a candidate…
Food Policy Board to tour Ag Center, plan presentations
The Missoula Food Policy Advisory Board is meeting for routine business, including approval of minutes and a tour of the MCPS Agriculture Education Center. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda. Upcoming presenters from All Nations Health Center and City Planning are scheduled for future…
Council will consider creating Lighting District 2446 for Prescott Ranch Phase 2.
The Belgrade City Council will discuss the Mayor’s Arbor Day proclamation and hear a public comment period. Council members will consider Resolution 2026-5 to establish Lighting District 2446 covering Prescott Ranch Phase 2, and Resolution 2026-6 to rename Depot Drive to Copper Ranch Road. A school district will…