Welcome to the Montana Newly Elected Municipal Officials Resource Hub operated by Montana League of Cities and Towns, Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority, and Montana State University Local Government Center.
Resources
- Montana Municipal Officials Handbook - Third Edition (PDF)
- Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (web)
- Montana League of Cities and Towns (web)
- Montana State University Local Government Center (web)
- Welcome to Montana Municipal Government (PDF)
Foundations of Governance
Online Training for Newly Elected Officials
This five-week webinar series covered a wide range of topics to equip newly elected officials with a solid foundation and understanding of local government. From the basics of the form and function of local governance to risk management, review this series as a resource for local leadership.
Please find recordings and slides below.
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January 26 - Introduction to Municipal Government Resources (video link)
February 2 - Understanding the Purpose and Function of Municipal Government (video link)
Purpose and Function of Municipal Government Slides (PDF)
February 9 - Roles and Responsibilities in Municipal Government (video link)
Roles and Responsibilities Slides (PDF)
February 16 - Montana Open Meeting and Citizen Participation Laws (video link)
Open Meeting & Citizen Participation Slides (PDF)
February 23 - Collective Advocacy and Risk Management (video link)
Questions? We have answers.
Contact MSU Local Government Center to gain guidance on:
Form and Function of Local Government
Voter Review Process
Parliamentary Procedures for Public Officials
Contact MMIA to learn more about:
Claims
Pooled Coverage
Risk Management
Contact the League for more information on:
Keeping Decision-Making Local
Federal, State, and Local Laws, Regulations, and Policies
Communication and Advocacy Tools
Events
Jim Tillotson Service Program
(Municipal Attorneys)
May 7 - 10
Fairmont Hotsprings
Register Now!
Municipal Summits
(All elected officials and municipal staff)
Select dates May - June
Statewide
Registration coming soon.
League Annual Conference
(All elected officials and municipal staff)
October 2 - 4
West Yellowstone, MT
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Montana League of Cities and Towns (League) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association of all 127 incorporated cities and towns of Montana. Since 1931, the League has provided technical support, research, and advocacy at the state and federal levels.
Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority is a member-owned, member-operated organization providing pooled liability, property, workers' compensation, and employee benefits coverage. MMIA is a risk management organization here to help your municipality.
Montana State University Local Government Center is here to strengthen the capacities of local governmental units and provide training, technical assistance, and research services to elected, appointed, and administrative officials.