Commissioners' Administrative Public Meeting May 26, 2026

The Missoula County Commissioners held an administrative public meeting on May 26, 2026, during which they discussed closing out remaining contracts related to the Big Sky Trust Fund. The discussion focused on a specific contract supporting DJNA, which is set to end in July. The county staff requested approval to allow DJNA to count new hires outside Missoula County but within Montana to meet eligibility requirements and avoid repayment of funds. This approach had precedent in previous contracts. The Big Sky Trust Fund program, which provided incentives for hiring higher-paid employees, was phased out in 2022 and replaced by a rural business loan program. The commissioners considered this contract adjustment to ensure compliance and proper closure of the grant.