Water & utilities in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
241 Montana meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most water & utilities activity
- Missoula, MT (85)
- Missoula County, MT (53)
- Butte, MT (25)
- Kalispell, MT (18)
- Bozeman, MT (15)
- Great Falls, MT (10)
- Anaconda, MT (7)
- Whitefish, MT (6)
- Granite County, MT (6)
- Belgrade, MT (5)
- Helena, MT (4)
- Ravalli County, MT (3)
Latest matching meetings
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…
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.
Public Works Committee discusses Dixon Avenue vacation and wastewater plant upgrades
The committee will consider a resolution to vacate the Dixon Avenue right-of-way between Brooks Street and Paxson Street. Additionally, members will review a request to authorize a professional service agreement for equipment replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Council to vote on fire department jurisdiction changes and a property sale
The Council of Commissioners will hold final votes tonight on an ordinance adjusting Fire Department jurisdictional boundaries and a resolution approving the sale of a residential parcel for community development. The agenda also schedules public hearings for August 5 and August 23 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 budget…
Council to consider letter opposing data center at Bonner Mill site
The Bonner Milltown Community Council (advisory body) will vote on sending a letter to Missoula County Commissioners opposing the proposed Krambu EM LLC data center at 9314 Bonner Mill Road. The council also discusses updates on the Missoula County AI Center Moratorium, Blackfoot Crossing, and plans for the annual…
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 considers new water line rebate program and sewer lining contract
The Public Works Committee will vote on a professional services agreement for downtown sewer lining ($89,595) and set a public hearing for ordinances updating water/sewer loan programs and creating a new water service line replacement rebate. They will also consider reappointments to the Building Code Board of Appeals…
Water Impact Fee rate change discussed
The committee will discuss a recommended change to the Water Impact Fee based on an updated study by Tischlerbise. They will also review capital improvement projects funded by impact fees and discuss the use of impact fees collected before the program was discontinued.
Public hearing on utility ordinance amendment
The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 282, which amends Chapter 20 (Utilities) of the county code. They will also vote on a $3,500 funding request for CCCS Inc-Discovery House, a memorandum of understanding for realigning Pintlar Peaks Drive, and an amendment to the Goosetown…
City Council discusses FY27 budget and invasive species report for Whitefish Lake.
The Whitefish City Council will hold a work session to review the Whitefish Lake Institute’s annual Aquatic Invasive Species report and the FY27 budget request for the Our Lake Our Future water quality program. Staff will present data on watercraft inspections, early detection monitoring, and Eurasian Watermilfoil…
Council to discuss FY27 fee schedule and infrastructure projects
This is a workshop session of the Belgrade City Council; no formal action will be taken. The Council will discuss the America 250 Block Party and Fireworks Show, project updates on city wells, repairs to the Water Resource Recovery Facility Oxidation Ditch #1, updates on street fees and master plans, and the FY27…
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…
Commission to consider utilities code amendment
The commission will vote on a consulting services agreement with John Fitzpatrick, introduce an ordinance to amend Chapter 20 (Utilities), and set a public hearing for July 7. They will also consider approving a special event permit for the Goosetown Softball Tournament on July 10-12.
Commission to discuss utility code amendment and consultant contract
The commission will discuss a consulting services agreement with John Fitzpatrick and consider a public hearing for Ordinance No. 282, which amends the utilities code. A special event permit for the Goosetown Softball Tournament is also on the agenda.
Council reviews updated water, wastewater facility plans
The City Council will discuss three updated facility plans for water, wastewater collection, and the advanced wastewater treatment plant. These plans guide infrastructure improvements, address growth, and set priorities for near-, mid-, and long-term horizons. A public hearing is scheduled for July 6, 2026. No votes…
County CFO to discuss FY2025 audit, Wye Water, debt issuances
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will receive a department update from the Chief Financial Officer. Discussion items include the Workday system, budget schedule and status, the FY2025 audit, the Wye Water Acquisition, and upcoming debt issuances. No action items are listed.
Committee to vote on $480k/year MCAT broadcasting contract
The committee will consider approving a $480,000 per year contract with Missoula Community Access Television for broadcasting city meetings, and a two-year renewal of the MFPE wastewater treatment plant operators union contract.
City Commission approves zoning, wireless facility text amendment, and infrastructure agreements
The Bozeman City Commission will approve minutes, ratify neighborhood council bylaws, and authorize agreements for water lines, road connections, and environmental sampling. The body will also consider a zoning designation and a text amendment for wireless facilities.
Approve Pintlar Peaks subdivision plat, boundary changes, and road abandonment.
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will vote on land-use and infrastructure matters, including the Pintlar Peaks subdivision plat and boundary changes. Officials will also decide on demolishing the old health department on Commercial Street to create a parking lot for the new financial and health department…
Commission to consider TIF funds for former Capital Hill Mall redevelopment
The Helena City Commission will vote on distributing Capital Hill Urban Renewal District tax increment financing to D&M Development for the former mall property, adopt the preliminary budget for FY 2026-2027, and hold public hearings on an alley vacation and budget. They will also consider revisions to parking and…
Council to vote on $284K grant for backup generator at public safety building
The Kalispell City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting a $284,075 grant for a public safety building backup generator, authorizing a $113,700 tax increment finance loan for a project at 40 Appleway Drive, and creating a housing study advisory committee. They also will vote on a consent…
City reviews status of multiple apartment and infrastructure projects
The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several ongoing construction projects. The committee will also review preliminary comments for a new storage facility. Most items focus on site development and stormwater management.
Sustainability Board to discuss Green Power Program agreement
The Sustainability Board will hold a work session regarding a community agreement with NorthWestern Energy for the Green Power Program. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting.
Board of Health to vote on wastewater testing and teen pregnancy prevention funding
The Board of Health is reviewing several funding agreements and contracts for public health services. Key decisions include authorizing state funds for disease surveillance and youth wellness initiatives. The board will also receive updates on department staffing and budgeting.
Commissioners to discuss resolution on mental health commitment process
The Granite County Commissioners will hold a regular session on June 9, 2026, to discuss and decide on several items, including renewal rates for MACo property and casualty insurance, an update on the Flint Creek comprehensive assessment, and a resolution urging mental health commitment reform. They will also review…
Council approves water bonds and IBEW union contract renewal
The Missoula City Council will vote on approving a $5.4 million water revenue bond and up to $8 million in state revolving loan bonds for water system improvements. The body will also renew a three-year contract with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and consider a public hearing to acquire 28 acres…
Basin Creek Park rehab design to be presented next meeting
The board will hear reports on park maintenance, recreation events, and updates on Basin Creek Park rehabilitation, Clark Park playground, and new trail kiosks at Big Butte Open Space Park. Director's report includes upcoming design presentation for Basin Creek Park. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
Committee to approve $8M water bonds and other finance items
The Budget and Finance Committee will consider approving up to $8.072 million in water system revenue bonds and a $5.412 million water revenue bond, Series 2026A. They will also discuss a special road district bond, a new water utility FTE for FY27, and appointments to the Downtown Business Improvement District and…
Council to consider leaving joint planning board, emergency water repairs
The Belgrade City Council will discuss and consider Resolution 2026-9 to withdraw from the Belgrade-Gallatin County City-County Planning Board and return extraterritorial planning jurisdiction to Gallatin County. They will also consider preliminary plat approval for the Yukon Commercial Minor Subdivision and an…
Council discusses water/wastewater rate hikes and building heights
The City Council will hear a presentation from Waterworth on a water and wastewater rate model analysis, which proposes annual rate adjustments of 2.5% for water and 1.5% for wastewater to cover operating costs, debt service, and capital needs. Council will also discuss building heights downtown in light of…
Public Works to present Stormwater Master Plan
The Council District #4 Neighborhood Council will meet to review the minutes from April 23, 2026. The meeting includes a presentation on the Stormwater Master Plan by Jesse Patton of Public Works and introductions for Senate District 11 candidate Valynda Holland.
DURD Board to consider infrastructure grant and vision plans
The Downtown Area Urban Renewal District Board will meet to discuss several presentations and take action on a grant request. The agenda includes a presentation on the MSU Strategic Plan and the Bozeman Creek Vision Plan.
Committee reviews several development projects including apartment complexes and detention center
The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee meets to discuss old business items including Stillwater Bend Apartments, CoK Stormwater Decant Facility, Flathead County Detention Center, Kalispell Outpost Apartments, Harris Financial, and Northwestern Energy Shop Addition. They will also hear preliminary comments for…
Missoula County Commissioners to approve purchase of Wye Water System
The Board of County Commissioners will consider closing documents for the purchase of the Wye Water System. The board will also review several professional services agreements and funding requests for infrastructure and maintenance.
Commission to consider $4.6M downtown storm drainage contract
The City Commission will vote on a $4.6 million construction contract for the Downtown Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 3 and a resolution authorizing up to $3.8 million in bonds for the Great Falls East Industrial Park. They will also set a public hearing for a new public records request fee schedule and act on…
Data center committee gets land, power updates
The committee receives updates from a trip to Quincy, Washington, as well as updates on land and power availability for potential data centers in Butte-Silver Bow. They also discuss website questions and take public comment. No formal decisions are scheduled.
Council to vote on Midtown Commons development agreements
Council will decide on approving property purchase agreements and a development agreement for the Midtown Commons project, a major redevelopment of the former Southgate Crossing site. Consent agenda includes approval of $1.37M in accounts payable, a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for a park on North Scott…
Council to vote on $25M grant for downtown safety improvements
The City Council will consider supporting a $25 million grant application for downtown safety treatments, award two infrastructure contracts totaling over $1 million, and appoint a member to the Architectural Review Committee.
Board to consider Belmont Water Tower Project
The East Butte RRA Board will discuss and potentially take action on the Belmont Water Tower Project. They will also appoint a new chair and co-chair, and review financial and director's reports.