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2022 MACo Annual Conference
MACo's 2022 Annual Conference is scheduled for September 25-28 in Billings at the Billings Hotel & Convention Center, and all elected officials are invited to attend.
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Commissioner Joette Woods, Liberty County
For those of you who do not know me, my name is Joette Woods. I am in my sixth year as a Liberty County Commissioner and looking forward to another…
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Commissioner Juanita Vero, Missoula County
Commissioner Juanita Vero is a fourth-generation partner of the E Bar L Ranch in rural Greenough, one of Montana’s oldest family-owned and operated dude ranches. In addition to running her…
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Powell County is Seeking a Paralegal
Powell County is seeking to hire a full-time Legal Assistant/Paralegal. This position is responsible for performing advanced administrative and clerical assistance to the Powell County Attorney.
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Powell County is Seeking an Interim Public Administrator
Powell County is seeking to appoint an Interim Public Administrator. This is an elected or appointed position. The Public Administrator provides services for persons in Powell County who may need…
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Powell County is Seeking a Deputy County Attorney
Powell County is seeking a part-time Deputy County Attorney. This position is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in the State of Montana in the Third Judicial District Court and the…
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Lewis & Clark County is Seeking a Deputy County Attorney
Lewis & Clark County is seeking to hire a Deputy County Attorney. Under the general direction of the County Attorney, this position primarily prosecutes criminal offenses, but may also represent…
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MACo PCT Fall HR Training Opportunities
MACo General Counsel, McKenzie McCarthy, will be presenting MACo PCT HR training in October around Montana. This free training is open to all county employees and will cover discipline, discrimination,…
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Lewis & Clark County is Seeking a Planner
Lewis & Clark County is Seeking a Community & Development Planner
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HB 632 Minimum Allocation Distribution by Resolution
MACo resolution approved by DNRC allowing counties to "give" HB 632 Minimum Allocation Funds to another eligible local government entity within that county.
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Broadwater County is Seeking a Deputy County Attorney
Broadwater County is seeking to hire a Deputy County Attorney. This position is responsible for prosecuting misdemeanor criminal offenses in the Broadwater County Justice Court; representing the county government and…
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Richland County is Seeking a Deputy County Attorney
Richland County is seeking a Deputy County Attorney. This position is responsible for performing complex legal, professional, and administrative work, which is performed in accordance with established standards and practices…
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Mental Health Training Challenge
Encouraged by President Jason Strouf’s commitment to mental health, and hearing Karl Rosston’s (State Suicide Prevention coordinator) statement that the role of counties in stemming the tide of suicide is…
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IRS Increases Mileage Rate for Remainder of 2022
Read All News Published June 9, 2022 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final 6 months of 2022.…
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Beaverhead County is Seeking a Commission Support Specialist
Beaverhead County is Seeking a Commission Support Specialist. The Support Specialist performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of Commission goals and functions including, but not limited…
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Lewis & Clark County Seeking DES Coordinator
Lewis & Clark County is seeking to hire a Disaster & Emergency Services (DES) Coordinator. Under general direction from the Director of Community Development & Planning, this position coordinates the…
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Spring & Summer HR Training Opportunities
MACo General Counsel, McKenzie McCarthy, will be presenting HR training in June and July around Montana. This free training is open to all county employees and will cover discipline, discrimination,…
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MACo Districts 1, 2 & 3 Meeting
This meeting has concluded. The next Districts 1, 2 & 3 meeting will be held in June or July of 2023.
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MACo Districts 4 & 5 Meeting
This meeting has concluded. The next Districts 4 & 5 meeting will be held in June or July of 2023.
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MACo Districts 6 & 7 Meeting
This meeting has concluded. The next Districts 6 & 7 meeting will be held in June or July of 2023.
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MACo Districts 8, 9 & 12 Meeting
This meeting has concluded. The next Districts 8, 9 & 12 meeting will be held in June or July of 2023.
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MACo Districts 10 & 11 Meeting
This meeting has concluded. The next Districts 10 & 11 meeting will be held in June or July of 2023.
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April 15th: ARPA Minimum Allocation Grants
During our townhall we focused on ARPA minimum allocation grants, and we were also joined by staff from the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISCA) with Homeland Security who shared…
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Sanders County Seeking Public Health Director
Sanders County is seeking to hire a Public Health Director. This position provides comprehensive nursing services in preventive health, home health, and clinic programs through assessment, teaching, counseling, and prevention…
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FY 23 Inflation Factor for Mill Levy Calculation
The inflation factor for FY 2023 is 1.77%. Per 15-10-420, MCA, “a governmental entity that is authorized to impose mills may impose a mill levy sufficient to generate the amount of…
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Economic Relief & Recovery Program Update
On April 1st, Treasury released the Project & Expenditure Report templates for the Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Program (SLFRF) program. The Project & Expenditure Report is due…
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Cascade County Seeking YINC Paralegal
Cascade County is seeking a YINC Paralegal. This position assists attorneys in the all aspects of child abuse and neglect proceedings by filing petitions for permanent legal custody and termination…
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Cascade County Seeking Deputy County Attorney – Criminal Dept.
Cascade County Seeking Deputy County Attorney
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ARPA Funds: Important Reminder Regarding Revenue Replacement
The Treasury Final Rules have created a new opportunity to use your direct Local Government Recovery Funds for any governmental purpose.
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Flathead County Seeking Health Officer
Flathead County is seeking a health officer. This position performs administrative, supervisory, consultative, and professional public health duties for the administration, organization, and maintenance of the Flathead City-County Health Department.
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Lewis & Clark County Seeking Public Works Director
Lewis and Clark County is hiring a Public Works Director to manage and direct the Public Works Department operations, programs, and services, and provide supervision to the department.
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Montana Land Information Act Grant Program Now Accepting Applications
The Montana State Library is now accepting applications for the annual Montana Land Information Act (MLIA) Grant Program for the state fiscal year 2023.
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41st Annual MACRS Conference Coming this Spring
41st Annual MACRS Conference Coming this Spring
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Grants Available: Renewable Resource Grant & Loan Program
Grants Available: Renewable Resource Grant & Loan Program
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IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rates for 2022
The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2022 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
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2022 New Year’s Resolutions & Reminders
Reviewing certain county duties and requirements is good practice, and the first Commission meeting in January is a good time to adopt policies and set guidelines for the year. You…
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A Few Words From Our President, Custer County Commissioner Jason Strouf
My name is Jason Strouf and I am proud to introduce myself as your newly elected MACo President for the coming year. We just completed a very successful and informational…
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Grants Available: Reclamation & Development Grants Program
DNRC Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) is now accepting applications for RDGP Planning Grants to fund planning and assessment for natural resource projects. Up to $50,000 is available per…
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MACo Welcomes Meagan Gallagher as Events & Marketing Coordinator
Meagan Gallagher joined the MACo administrative team on November 29th as the Events and Marketing Coordinator.
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November 12th: Montana Marijuana Regulation & Taxation
During our thirteenth townhall, we focused on Montana marijuana regulation and taxation and explained the new law and how it is being implemented by different jurisdictions.
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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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MACo Welcomes Karen Alley to the Team
Karen Alley joined the MACo General Counsel Office on October 25 as Associate General Counsel. Karen’s main focus will be Land Use.
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Montana Employers Recognized with 2021 Governor’s Achievement Awards
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry today recognized employers who go above and beyond in their efforts to make their workplaces safer with the 2021 Governor’s Safety Achievement Award;…
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MACo President, Commissioner Doug Martens, Bids Farewell
My time as President of MACo is coming to an end. It was an experience I will never forget. There are so many thank you's in order--I can’t even begin…
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Commissioner Ross Butcher, Fergus County
MACo is a very valuable tool to us, as elected local leaders, to provide support and the resources necessary to help carry out our duties and responsibilities. Should I be…
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MACo 2nd Vice President Candidate: Commissioner Sidney Fitzpatrick, Big Horn County
I will be dedicated to MACo and will work to bring cooperation and diversity with other counties to ensure integrity in the 2nd Vice President position. I would respectfully serve…
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MACo Fiscal Officer Candidate: Commissioner Mike McGinley, Beaverhead County
MACo is the glue that gives the counties their collective power. Involvement by commissioners is the strength of MACo. I have always believed that if you belong to any organization,…
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