Billings City Council Regular Meeting - August 10, 2026

The Billings City Council held a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, which included significant procurement and budget discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a tax increment financing (TIF) assistance request of up to $1.5 million from the East Billings Urban Renewal District to DRG NorthPark Apartments LLC for the development of the NorthPark apartment complex, a $42 million affordable housing project with 152 deed-restricted units. The council discussed conditions for approval, including adherence to prevailing wage requirements, a payout schedule over five years, and a commitment to using at least 50% local subcontractors. The project aims to address Billings' affordable housing shortage and promote economic development in the East Billings Urban Renewal District. Additionally, the council approved amendments to the city's solid waste collection and disposal ordinance, clarifying bagging requirements, enforcement tools, and landfill rules, with an emphasis on cost recovery and operational improvements. The meeting also included recognition of community volunteers and healthcare residency programs but focused primarily on housing development financing and solid waste policy updates.