Helena commission approves modest water and wastewater rate increases and updates to service fees The commission approved a 3.5% increase in water rates, a 4% increase in wastewater rates, and several fee changes to recover costs for meters, service line work and industrial pretreatment; all measures passed 5-0.

Helena's City Commission just approved rate increases for water and wastewater services, ensuring the city's utility remains sustainable amid rising costs.

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Helena commission approves consultant-led survey and listening session for city manager recruitment After extended public comment urging more time for outreach, the commission authorized consultant CMS to conduct a community input survey and one listening session to occur before the Nov. 5 initial screening of city manager candidates.

Helena's City Commission just greenlit a crucial community input survey for the city manager search, sparking a debate on transparency and public engagement!

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Helena commission sets public hearing to adopt 2025 land use plan After an 18-month process and more than 1,200 public participants, the commission approved a resolution of intent to replace the 2019 growth policy with a 2025 land use plan and set a public hearing for Nov. 17, 2025.

The Helena Commission has taken a bold step forward by approving a new land use plan, setting the stage for the city's growth over the next two decades!

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Helena City Commission Schedules Discussion on ICE Issue and City Manager's Retirement City Commission agrees to discuss ICE issue and plans for city manager recruitment process.

Helena is gearing up for a major leadership shift as City Manager Burton announces his retirement, sparking vital discussions on governance and community issues, including the controversial ICE topic.

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Commission Discusses Chicken Coop Sustainability Program and Public Transparency Demands Commissioners review chicken coop program details and address demands for transparency on immigration enforcement.

Helena is embarking on a groundbreaking pilot program that promotes sustainability through urban chicken coops, but community concerns about transparency are also taking center stage.

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Helena officials praise Manager Burton for stabilizing city during critical times City leaders express gratitude to Manager Burton for significant federal grants and strategic planning.

City officials reflect on the transformative leadership of City Manager Burton, whose efforts have propelled Helena into a new era of stability and growth.

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Helena City Commission Reviews Public Comment Guidelines and Board Appointments City Commission emphasizes respectful comments and approves multiple board appointments.

Helena's City Commission meeting revealed exciting board appointments and a renewed commitment to respectful public engagement—are you ready to make your voice heard?

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City Manager Presents $38M Budget Carryovers for Fiscal Year 2026 Projects Presentations detail significant budget carryovers for ongoing city capital projects.

Helena's city officials are set to carry over an impressive $38 million budget to ensure vital projects like street improvements and homelessness solutions continue to thrive.

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City Officials Acknowledge Progress and Public Contributions in Recent Meeting City officials recognize financial achievements and encourage public engagement in ongoing discussions.

City officials in Helena celebrated significant financial achievements and emphasized the vital role of community voices in shaping local governance.

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League of Women Voters urges Helena officials to uphold due process rights League president Sherry Jones calls for guidelines to protect due process for all residents.

Community voices rise as Helena residents demand accountability and due process from local law enforcement in the wake of controversial immigration enforcement actions.

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