6/15/26 Kalispell City Council Session

The City of Kalispell, Montana City Council held a session on June 15, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key items included authorization of expenditures from the fiscal year 2027 preliminary budget for city operations and scheduling a public hearing. The council approved a resolution accepting a grant award of $284,075 for emergency services to install backup power at the public safety building, with a required cost share of $94,692. Additionally, the council considered and approved a loan of up to $113,700 from the tax increment financing (TIF) program to support the Outpost Kalispell affordable housing project, which includes public infrastructure improvements such as sidewalks and boulevard construction. The project aims to provide 24 affordable housing units and aligns with the city’s core area plan. Discussions also covered the formation and expansion of a housing advisory committee to guide future housing policy and development efforts, emphasizing diverse representation and community input. The meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to leverage public-private partnerships, urban renewal funds, and grant opportunities to support infrastructure and housing development in Kalispell.