This page serves as a centralized resource for Montana county officials and staff. It consolidates key guidance, educational opportunities, associations, and partner resources to support informed decision‑making and effective county governance.

Local Government Center Highlighted Resources

 

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Montana Grown Leadership Academy (MGLA)

MGLA provides targeted leadership development for current and emerging local government supervisors to strengthen effective governance across Montana.
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Online Courses

Online courses that provide foundational training in Montana government, parliamentary procedure, and effective board governance for local officials and staff.
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Board Handbook

The Municipal Officials Handbook is a concise, practitioner‑informed reference that serves as an accessible first point of guidance for Montana municipal officials.

 

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Listservs

Listservs that facilitate timely information sharing and peer‑to‑peer communication among Montana municipal professionals.

 

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Events

Highlighted events that offer opportunities for training, collaboration, and professional engagement relevant to municipal officials and staff.

 

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Support Hub

The Support Hub provides centralized access to technical assistance, expert support, and practical tools to help municipal officials and staff navigate operational challenges.

 

 

Montana Assocation of Counties (MACo)

The Montana Association of Counties (MACo) supports Montana’s counties through advocacy, education, policy resources, training, and shared services that strengthen effective and responsive county governance.
 

 

 

 

Montana Professional Associations

MACDC is a statewide professional assocation supporting the training, development, and standards of practice for clerks of district court.

Interested in learning more?

  • MACDC Bi-Annual School
  • MACDC Convention
  • Curriculum Information
A professional association that supports planners in Montana through education, collaboration, and the exchange of planning best practices.
A professional association supporting Montana county treasurers through education, collaboration, and the exchange of best practices in county finance and taxation.
A statewide association representing Montana’s county attorneys and supporting professional development, coordination, and legal excellence in public service.
A professional organization that supports public health practitioners and advances public health policy, education, and practice in Montana.
A professional association supporting weed management and invasive species control through training, coordination, and information sharing.

 

State Resources

National and International Resources