AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Corruption Trial: A Helena jury found former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth guilty of misdemeanor official misconduct tied to $170,000 in no-bid contracts, with sentencing set for Sept. 10. Water & Growth: Bozeman is reminding residents about permanent water restrictions as drought lingers, while a separate report highlights how “exempt well” development is intensifying water conflicts in fast-growing valleys. Housing Funding Push: Gallatin County’s Regional Housing Coalition released “Bridging the Gap,” outlining tools lawmakers could use to close a major affordability gap, including potential tax and fee revenue options. Local Infrastructure: Bozeman plans sewer work on West Kagy Boulevard starting the week of July 27, replacing aging pipe and shifting lanes. Economy & Travel: A University of Montana study says short-term rentals generated more than $755 million in visitor spending in 2025, with most activity centered around Bozeman and Kalispell. Community Outdoors: FWP’s “Kids to Fish” program is back with free loaner rods and tackle across northeast Montana.
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