Billings City Council Regular Meeting - September 14, 2026

The Billings City Council held a regular meeting on September 14, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included the approval of encroachment rental fees and special improvement lighting maintenance district assessments, both of which involved fee adjustments and were unanimously approved. The council also addressed tax increment financing (TIF) assistance for the Babcock Theater, approving up to $553,000 in TIF funds with a conditional agreement that funds would only be allocated upon proof of financing and readiness to proceed with the project. This decision followed public comments both supporting and opposing the use of TIF funds for the nonprofit-owned theater. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved resolutions related to delinquent sewer and solid waste service charges, and discussed a Complete Streets economic analysis report, ultimately voting not to recommend its approval due to concerns about the validity of the data. Other agenda items included presentations on community development grants and housing programs, with no direct procurement actions taken on those. Overall, the meeting focused on budget allocations, contract amendments, and funding approvals impacting city infrastructure and community projects.