Commissioners' Administrative Public Meeting August 18, 2026

The Missoula County Commissioners held an administrative public meeting on August 18, 2026, where they addressed several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a subdivision improvements agreement for phase 4A of the West Point subdivision, with a secured letter of credit of approximately $1.96 million to guarantee completion of infrastructure improvements such as sidewalks, sewer, water, and landscaping by May 2027. The commissioners also reviewed budget updates, including certified taxable values and the impact of recent legislative tax rate changes, which overall resulted in a net tax decrease despite a proposed 3.25% increase. Additionally, they discussed funding a $367,000 debt service mill levy to replace aging plumbing at the detention facility, a capital improvement project aimed at long-term cost savings. Other budget considerations included a subscription model contract for taser systems and increasing part-time staff hours to qualify for benefits, with associated costs noted. The meeting concluded with plans to finalize the budget by early September.