2015 Legislative Resolutions

BACKGROUND Local government entities must undergo an audit if they receive revenues and financial assistance in excess of the threshold dollar amount established by the director of the office of management and budget pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 7502(a)(3). (2-7-503, MCA) At present the threshold dollar amount is $500,000. Local government…

BACKGROUND Third-class cities and towns may provide fire protection through either use of volunteer fire fighters, contract for fire protection services, or consolidation of its fire department with another fire protection provider. (7-33-4101, MCA). When a third-class city’s population is greater than 5000 people, the city can continue to be…

BACKGROUND The Montana Police Protective Association is contemplating having legislation presented at the 2014 Session that would give Montana certified peace officers the authority to perform law enforcement duties beyond the limits of the officer’s normal jurisdiction in defined situations. The extended authority would give a peace officer statewide authority…

BACKGROUND For cities and towns with impact fees, the fees must be recalculated every two (2) years. This period is too short for recalculation, especially since the fees cover a five year period. (7-6-1602, MCA) Also, the impact fee advisory committee is required to have a certified public accountant as…