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The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners

Missoula County Commissioners

The Missoula County commissioners host the "The Agenda" podcast, which aims to help county residents better understand how local government works and how it affects their lives. In each episode, the commissioners sit down with fellow staff, elected officials and community partners to discuss public sector projects and trending topics.The Communications Division at Missoula County produces "The Agenda" with support from Missoula Community Access Television (MCAT). If you have something you’d like to

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22:32

Give a Day for Democracy: Become an Election Judge in...

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2026/01/21

2026 is a federal election year, and thousands of voters will cast their ballots by mail or at polling places across Missoula County for both the June primary and November general election. It takes more than 600 people to run these elections, and you could be a part of the action as an election judge! This week, the commissioners spoke with Bradley Seaman, elections administrator, about what election judges do (no robe or gavel required) and how residents can get involved. Click here t...

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Something in the Air: The History Behind Missoula's...

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2026/01/07

If you’ve lived in the Missoula Valley, you’re familiar with the inversion that often happens in the winter months. What’s actually happening during an inversion, and what do wood stoves have to do with it? This week, the commissioners spoke with Kerri Mueller, air quality specialist, and Elena Evans, environmental health manager at Missoula Public Health, about the history of air quality regulations and why clean air matters for all residents. Links mentioned in this episode: Mis...

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49:13

How Does Tribal Government Work?

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2025/12/29

Jordan Thompson, acting executive officer of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, recently joined the commissioners for a jam-packed episode on tribal government. Jordan gives a history lesson on the formation of the Flathead Indian Reservation, a breakdown of land ownership and so much more. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at CSKT! Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast recording support!

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32:29

Myth Busters, Volume 4: Public Comment, Government...

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2025/11/26

Another year is almost at a close, which means another round of myth busting! This week all three commissioners take turns quizzing each other on local government myths about how tax dollars can be spent, jurisdictional authority, tax increment financing and more! Heard a myth about county government? Submit it on missoulacountyvoice.com! Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast recording support!

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38:47

Vaccine Availability and Access with Missoula Public...

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/11/12

The federal process for approving and recommending seasonal respiratory vaccines deviated from the typical schedule this year. That led to confusion about who is eligible for Covid vaccines and delayed shipping and distribution of the shots. This week, Jeanna Miller and Sara Heineman from Missoula Public Health joined the commissioners to unpack how all of this happened and how the Immunization Clinic at MPH is here to help. They also discuss what they learned from the health department’s rec...

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29:07

Mountain Line: Public Transit for Everyone

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2025/11/03

Mountain Line is the Missoula Valley's zero-fare bus system that helps residents and visitors work, play and connect to their community. From electric buses to a new facility by the airport, Mountain Line is anything but stationary. This week the commissioners spoke with Jordan Hess, CEO & General Manager at Mountain Line, about how the bus system keeps Missoula rolling. Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast reco...

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21:52

New Floodplain Maps for Rock Creek and the Clark Fork...

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/10/21

Recently, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and the Federal Emergency Management Agency published updated floodplain maps for Rock Creek and the Clark Fork and Bitterroot Rivers. Missoula County Floodplain Administrator Matt Heimel joined the commissioners this week to discuss what homeowners need to know and the next steps in the adoption and regulation process. The preliminary maps will be presented to the Missoula County commissioners during their public me...

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26:02

Montana Modern: The New MSO

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/10/01

Big things are happening at the Missoula Montana Airport: the recent terminal expansion has given the airport an entirely new look, the runway was re-paved and airlines are offering more routes and destinations. In the last year and a half, passenger traffic has broken records month after month. This week the commissioners sat down with Brian Ellestad, director of the airport, to discuss the details of running a busy regional airport. Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Than...

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30:19

Navigating Opportunity with the Missoula Economic...

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/09/17

From artisans to restaurants to manufacturing, Missoula County is home to businesses of all shapes and sizes. The Missoula Economic Partnership exists to facilitate growth, collaboration and mutual understanding between the private and public sectors. Christine Littig, business development director at MEP, joined the commissioners this week to discuss local business trends and how entrepreneurs are responding creatively to the economic landscape. Text us your thoughts and comments on this epi...

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29:10

The Evolution of Marshall Mountain

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2025/08/20

Marshall Mountain Park sits between East Missoula and Bonner and is publicly owned by Missoula County. Many lifelong residents learned to ski there as kids, and the legacy of learning continues today. This week, the commissioners spoke with Jackson Lee, park manager, to review what’s new at Marshall Mountain Park since it was acquired by the county in spring 2024. They discuss new trails, planned improvements, forest health and Commissioner Slotnick’s nascent mountain biking career. Lea...

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38:51

Just Home

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/07/23

Youth and young adults transitioning from foster care or incarceration in Missoula County are at elevated risk of homelessness and continued involvement in the criminal justice system, according to the 2025 Just Home report. The report is part of a larger initiative between the Missoula County Community Justice Department and Homeword to address the connection between housing instability and incarceration. This week, the commissioners spoke with Karissa Trujillo, executive director of Homewor...

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32:23

Front Step Community Land Trust

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/07/10

Front Step Community Land Trust (formerly the North Missoula Community Development Corporation) is tackling one of the largest issues facing residents: affordable housing. This week, the commissioners spoke with Brittany Palmer, director of Front Step, to discuss what community land trusts do and how their work can help push back against the rapid economic changes facing small towns and cities. Related links: Thursday, July 17: Housing Night with the Missoula PaddleheadsText us your thoughts ...

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50:12

History Lessons: Internment at Fort Missoula

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/06/25

The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula is home to the largest intact World War II internment site in the United States. From 1941 to 1944, the U.S. Department of Justice managed two Alien Detention Center barracks at the Fort and imprisoned 1,200 Italian nationals and more than 1,100 Japanese Issei men. The museum recently opened “Far from Home: An Internee Experience at Fort Missoula,” an immersive exhibit in a restored barracks building on the grounds of the Fort. This week, Commissioner Sl...

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42:12

Subdivisions, Zoning and Economic Development

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2025/05/30

Andrew Hagemeier, director of Community and Economic Development, is back on the podcast this week to help bust myths about subdivisions, zoning and land use. Other topics include tax increment financing, the Wye Water System project and affordable housing. Be sure to check out the TIF and TEDD 101 episode for a primer on how tax increment financing works. Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast recording support!

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35:12

2025 Legislative Review

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/05/14

The Montana Legislature, which meets every two years, recently wrapped up the 2025 session in Helena. So, what happened at the Capitol this year? How do these new laws impact residents and county operations? From property taxes to jury duty summons to economic development, there is a lot to cover! This week, the commissioners spoke with Chris Lounsbury, Chief Administrative Officer for Missoula County, for a review of what went down. Learn more and see what bills Missoula County w...

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Solving Cold Cases in Missoula County

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2025/05/01

This week, the Agenda takes on true crime in Missoula County. Since its inception in 2019, the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case unit has solved seven cases of homicides or unidentified remains. The commissioners spoke with Ryan Prather, captain of the Detective Division at the Missoula County Sheriff's Office. Captain Prather also coordinates the volunteer Search and Rescue and Cold Case divisions, who work tirelessly for all county residents. Text us your thoughts and comments on t...

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29:45

Sheltering and Caring for Missoula County’s Pets

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2025/04/21

Do you know who to call if there’s a bat in your house? What if you’re concerned about the welfare of a pet in your neighborhood? From sheltering strays and adopting out cats and dogs, Missoula Animal Services staff work to ensure the health and safety of animals in Missoula County. This week, the Missoula County Commissioners spoke with Holli Hargrove, manager of MAS, to talk about the exciting new remodel of the shelter and much more. Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Th...

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27:33

Celebrating 50 Years of the Missoula Art Museum

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/03/19

From its roots as a county agency to leading cutting-edge educational programs, the Missoula Art Museum has grown a lot since its inception in 1975. This week, the commissioners sat down with Laura Millin who has been at the helm of the free contemporary art museum since 1990. As she prepares to retire this year, they look back on the history and unique character of this beloved nonprofit. Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Reso...

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41:07

All Aboard with the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority

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2025/03/12

Montana currently has only one passenger train line: The Empire Builder, which runs along the Hi-Line in the northern part of the state. That wasn’t always the case – and the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority is looking to reinstate a former southern route that would connect towns and cities to each other and neighboring states. This week the commissioners were joined by Dan Bucks to discuss the status of expanding passenger train service, the potential economic benefits and much more. ...

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39:56

Putting the Public in Public Works

The Agenda with the Missoula County Commissioners ·

2025/02/24

Public Works Officer Shane Stack started working for the Montana Department of Transportation as a teenager and came to Missoula County in 2019. As Shane prepares to retire this summer, he reflected on the challenges facing public infrastructure, the ill-fated 2020 gas tax and how his department has gotten creative with funding solutions. Related links: Snow plow routes map (works best on desktop)Report a road maintenance concernBridge maintenance updatesText us your thoughts and commen...

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