The Dearborn Resident Community

07/08/2026

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After years of guiding and talking with a lot of folks on and off the water, one thing has become clear: figuring out where and how to access moving water on the Flathead system can be a daunting task. From the big, broad water of the Mainstem to the steep, rowdy gorge sections upstream, anglers and boaters are faced with a wide range of options and not all of them are suited for a mellow day on the water.

To help clear up some of that confusion, and hopefully keep someone from making a poor decision about where to launch, we put together an access guide to help folks better understand the structure of access on the Flathead River system. This resource is built from years of guiding and focuses on public access, river logistics, and responsible use not secret water or hot spots.

If you fish here, or plan to in the future, having a clearer picture of how access works can go a long way toward protecting the river and the experience it offers. Check out the link below.

👉🏼 https://wildmontanaanglers.com/flathead-river-access-map/ 👈🏻

06/02/2026

The City of Missoula closed on the sale of about two acres of City-owned land at the corner of Orange and Front streets to Averill Hospitality on Friday.

The sale is a milestone in the City’s quest of more than 30 years to give new life to this important riverfront property.

✅Averill Hospitality purchased the property for $4 million.
✅ The sale, in combination with a voluntary contribution from Averill, is expected to generate $7 million for the City’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund over time.
✅City officials expect a first contribution of more than $350,000 to the Trust Fund by September.

Full release available in the comments.

06/02/2026

MISSOULA, Mont. — A program at the Missoula Public Library brings teens and adults with disabilities together for stories, conversation and group activities.

04/21/2026

NOW HIRING! Employee Benefits Specialist

💰Salary: $68,536.00 - $77,001.60 Annually
📍Missoula, Montana
🗓Regular, Full-Time

At the City of Missoula, our employees serve the community every day—and our Benefits Specialist plays a vital role in supporting them.

This position serves as a trusted resource for employees navigating benefits and leave programs, providing expert guidance, thoughtful problem-solving, and compassionate support during important life events. If you enjoy helping people understand their benefits, ensuring programs are in compliance, run smoothly, and contribute to a workplace where employees feel supported and valued, we invite you to bring your expertise to our HR team.

This position qualifies for a hybrid schedule after initial training period, allowing regular work from home up to 2 days per week. Our team values work life balance which allows flexible schedules M-F.

Priority screening of applications will begin on Monday, April 20th. It is in your best interest to apply before this date.

To Apply: Complete the NeoGov application and supplemental questions.

Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.

03/24/2026

❗UPDATED❗
Thank you Missoula for your generous support of our TSA Team. With a solution in place for funding, TSA has advised MSO that they are no longer able to accept donations. Thank You All! :-)

❗DONATIONS NEEDED❗

As we navigate the impacts of the current government shutdown, we want to recognize the dedication of our TSA team members who continue to serve our traveling public each day.

The airport alongside our concessions team, community partners and numerous individuals have all pitched in to help support these individuals during these challenging times

If you’re looking for a way to show your support, we invite you to consider dropping off grocery store and gas gift cards (limit of $20/card) at the Airport Administration Office (Level 3). Please note: Generic visa/MC/Amex gift cards and cash cannot be accepted.

With Spring Break travel just around the corner, simply taking a moment to offer a smile and a sincere “thank you” to a TSA officer during your travels can go a long way in showing appreciation for their continued commitment and professionalism.

Specials Thanks to The Montana Club Restaurant and River Edge Resort and Restaurant for your generous support of our TSA team!

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

New year, new page to share from!
We thought we'd start with an introduction, or reintroduction if you're already familiar with our department. We're the City of Missoula's Redevelopment Agency and we'll be sharing content on this page.

What is the MRA?

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency (MRA) is an agency of the City of Missoula. Oversight to MRA is provided by a five-member Board of Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council.

When was it created?

Created in 1978, the MRA operates in accordance with state law to revitalize Missoula's Urban Renewal Districts (URD).

What does MRA do for the City of Missoula?

MRA partners with public and private entities to help improve economic vitality, create jobs and encourage investment in the Districts. MRA also invests in public improvements like parks, trails, streets and sidewalks.

Learn more: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/86/Missoula-Redevelopment-Agency