City of Missoula and Commissioners' Joint Meeting July 27, 2026

The City of Missoula and Missoula County Commissioners held a joint meeting on July 27, 2026, primarily focusing on the approval of the Green Power Program Lead Community Agreement with Northwestern Energy. This program aims to advance the community's goal of 100% clean electricity by 2030 through a voluntary subscription model for renewable energy, funded by participating local governments and customers. The agreement outlines a collaborative process including an RFP to select new renewable energy resources, with financial commitments and subscription agreements anticipated around 2028. Both the city council and county commissioners unanimously approved the agreement, marking a significant milestone in the region's clean energy efforts. The meeting also included public comments expressing both support and concerns about the program's costs and impacts. Additionally, the council approved amendments to municipal codes related to waterline loan and rebate programs and ratified accounts payable. The meeting concluded with updates on upcoming budget presentations and public comment on various community issues.