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Kalispell and Whitefish to Receive $680,000 in Federal ‘Safe Streets for All’ Grants

Both cities will create action plans to address safety and traffic concerns on city streets

Heat pumps are defying Maine’s winters and oil industry pushback

Fossil fuel industry groups say the technology isn’t ideal for the state’s climate. Mainers aren’t buying it.

Plan Now For Home Efficiency Federal Rebate Programs

Federal rebate programs offer significant financial incentives to people who replace fossil fuel powered appliances.

Montana remains one of two states without distracted driving laws

Republicans such as state Sen. Jeremy Trebas not only don’t support a statewide ban, but they also want to overrule Missoula and the 14 other Montana cities, towns, and tribal governments that have enacted bans on hand-held cellphone use while driving.

This Week at Strong Towns – End Parking Mandates & Subsidies

Here are some of the best stories, analysis, and podcasts on this subject to support ending parking mandates in your community.

Missoula to Legislature: Let cities decide rules around plastics

“HB 407 is a ban on specific things they (the Legislature) don’t want us to make decisions on,” said Lee Brown, a 25-year high-school teacher from Missoula. “We’re asking to give local control to communities so they have the ability to maintain a clean and healthful environment in the state of Montana for future generations.”

“Last Best Constitution” now available on Montana cable stations

My latest Montana history video series, “Last Best Constitution,” went public Wednesday February 1 on Helena Civic Television (HCTV). 

Video – About Accelerate Montana

Accelerate Montana offers a broad range of programs to benefit businesses and individuals alike – regardless of where you live or work in Montana. In order to meet our mission of accelerating economic potential, we have assembled teams who can support, guide, and consult with you on your business or help guide you in your career.

Why Parking Garages Are Pointless

For the past century, the public and private sector appear to have agreed on one thing: the more parking, the better.

Montana ranks in top 15 for domestic migration

New numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau shows a population increase of 1.5% totaling 16,003 people who moved to the treasure state.