MACo News
MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Lindsey Richtmyer
A message from Commissioner Lindsey Richtmyer, MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate.
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OMB Uniform Guidance Proposed Rule
Published July 13, 2026 Yesterday, NACo submitted formal comments to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) on its proposed rewrite of 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance). The comment…
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2026 MACo Annual Conference
The 2026 MACo Annual Conference will be held September 27th - 30th in Helena, MT.
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County Coffee & Catch-up
We invite you to take a casual mid-morning break with MACo, which includes updates on everything in our wheelhouse (that can be stated within legal parameters, of course).
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Senate Bill 117 – Property Tax Legislation (2025)
Updated June 6, 2026 Published March 19, 2025 Senate Bill 117, introduced by Senator Daniel Zolnikov (SD 22) revises Montana's property tax regulations, focusing primarily on local government. Below is information…
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SFY 2026 Better Local Bridges Grant Funding Available
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is rapidly deploying a grant portal to award Better Local Bridge (BLB) funds for off-system bridge repairs. The BLB Administrative Rules were recently developed,…
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MACo Districts 1, 2 & 3 Meeting
The 2026 MACo Districts 1, 2 and 3 meeting has concluded. They will convene again in Wibaux, June 2027.
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MACo Districts 4 & 5 Meeting
The 2026 MACo Districts 4 and 5 meeting has concluded. They will convene again in Cascade County, June 2027.
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MACo Districts 6 & 7 Meeting
The 2026 MACo Districts 6 and 7 meeting has concluded. They will convene again in Wheatland County, June 2027.
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MACo Districts 8, 9 & 12 Meeting
The 2026 MACo Districts 8, 9 and 12 meeting has concluded. They will convene again in Gallatin County, June 2027.
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MACo Districts 10 & 11 Meeting
The 2026 MACo Districts 10 and 11 meeting has concluded. They will convene again in Lake County, June 2027.
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Montana Land Use Series
Join Montana Association of Counties (MACo) and Montana League of Cities and Towns (the League) for a series of engaging, practical, and interesting, regional land use trainings.
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FY 2027 Inflation Factor for Mill Levy Calculation
The Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) calculated FY 2027's inflation factor for mill levy to be 2.97%.
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Building Energy Economies in Rural Montana Event
Join us for the inaugural Building Energy Economies in Rural Montana Event, June 25th and 26th at the Custer County Event Center in Miles City. In partnership with the National…
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Guidance for Remaining SB 536 Bridge Funds
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), in partnership with the Montana Association of Counties (MACo), continues to support county bridge priorities using the remaining Senate Bill (SB) 536 funds. Nearly…
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Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is Seeking to Hire a Chief Financial Officer
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is seeking to hire a chief financial officer.
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Beaverhead County is Seeking to Hire a Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator
Beaverhead County is seeking to hire a Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator.
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2026 New Year’s Resolutions & Reminders
Reviewing certain county duties and requirements is good practice, and the first Commission meeting in January is an ideal time to establish policies and guidelines for the year. Thus, we…
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Closing County Offices/Courthouses on Non-legal Holidays
MACo is consistently asked whether or not County Courthouses and County offices may be closed on the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, or any other day not specified as a…
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Missoula County Seeking Financial Officer
Missoula County is seeking to hire a Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the CFO oversees budgeting, accounting, payroll, grants, investments, debt management, and financial reporting, while serving…
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Jefferson County is Seeking to Hire an Accounting Specialist
Jefferson County is seeking to hire an Accounting Specialist.
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MACo President, Commissioner Joette Woods, Bids Farewell
MACo Members, the time has come for me to hand the gavel over to the next in line. While this year was fast and furious, this moment will be bittersweet.
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Pamela Holmquist, Flathead County
A message from Commissioner Pamela Holmquist, MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate.
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Scott Miller, Carbon County
A message from Commissioner Scott Miller, MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate.
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Kevin Krausz, Custer County
A message from Commissioner Kevin Krausz, MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate.
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House Bill 924 (2025) – GO Trust
House Bill 924 (2025) establishes the Growth Opportunity Trust (GO Trust), impacting state finance, revenue distribution, and various funding programs.
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The Missoula Rural Fire District (MRFD) is Seeking to Hire a Human Resource Director
The Missoula Rural Fire District (MRFD) is seeking to hire a Human Resource Director.
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Fallon County is Seeking to Hire a Road Superintendent
Fallon County is seeking to hir a Road Superintendent.
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HB 231 & SB 542 Summary of Property Tax Changes (2025)
Summary of HB 231 and SB 542, which introduced major property tax changes for 2025 and 2026. These bills bring tiered tax rates for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties, offering…
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Yellowstone County Seeking Human Resource Director
Yellowstone County is seeking a Human Resource Director. This position serves as the chief administrator for all aspects of human resource management for Yellowstone County. This includes oversight of recruitment…
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Beaverhead County is Seeking to Hire a County Planner
Beaverhead County is seeking to hire a Planner. This position is responsible for long-range planning; administering subdivision regulations, administering floodplain regulations, assigning addresses, providing technical land planning assistance, administering the…
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MACo Announces Route for 2025 District Meetings
MACo 2025 District Meetings will be held June 13 and June 16-20.
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FY26 Inflation Factor for Mill Levy Calculation
The inflation factor for FY 2026 is 2.11%. Get more details by clicking the link below.
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Meagher County is Seeking to Appoint a County Treasurer
The Board of Meagher County Commissioners is seeking to fill the position of County Treasurer.
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MACo MCT Offers Free Telecom Cost Reduction Analysis for Montana Counties
MACo MCT is offering free telecom cost reduction analysis to Montana Counties.
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Powell County is Seeking to Hire a County Attorney
Powell County is Seeking to Hire a County Attorney.
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MACo Welcomes Brandon Harris as Peer Review Coordinator
MACo welcomes Brandon Harris as Peer Review Coordinator.
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2026 Directory of County Officials
The Montana Association of Counties Directory of County Officials is available for purchase! For $25 you'll have all the email addresses and phone numbers for every county elected official in…
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Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is Seeking to Hire a Deputy County Attorney
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is seeking to hire a Deputy County Attorney.
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IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rates for 2025
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that the optional standard mileage rate for automobiles driven for business will increase by 3 cents in 2025, while the mileage rates for vehicles…
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2025 MACo Legislative Conference
Join us for the Inaugural MACo Legislative Conference, where you'll have the unique opportunity to directly participate in the 2025 Montana Legislative Session.
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2025 New Year’s Resolutions & Reminders
Reviewing certain county duties and requirements is good practice, and the first Commission meeting in January is an ideal time to establish policies and guidelines for the year. Thus, we…
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MACo Money Talks
Join us every second Monday of the month for practical tips that help make payroll and finance management, well, manageable. The best part? It’s free to attend!
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Broadwater County Seeking County Attorney
Broadwater County is seeking to fill the office of County Attorney. This position represents the County in all civil legal matters, and prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the State…
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Sanders County Seeking Deputy County Attorney
Sanders County is hiring for a Deputy County Attorney. This position works alongside the elected County Attorney. Together, they are responsible for prosecuting criminal and civil offenses, representing the County…
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MACo President, Commissioner Ross Butcher, Bids Farewell
MACo President, Commissioner Ross Butcher, Bids Farewell
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MACo 2nd VP Candidate: Commissioner Mark Morse, Yellowstone County
Meet MACo's 2nd VP Candidate, Yellowstone County Commissioner, Mark Morse.
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Fallon County is Seeking to Hire a Deputy Sheriff
Fallon County is seeking to hire a Deputy Sheriff.
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