— With less than a few weeks left in office, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess transformed his final casual conversation into a retrospective on his. (Missoula Current) As Jordan Hess faces his last few days as Missoula's mayor, he'll be working to ensure his replacement has the help he or she. Phone: 406-552-6000 | TTY: 406-552-6131 Quick Links. I am writing to support mayoral candidate Jordan Hess. In addition to the hundreds of everyday Missoulians who marched from Rose Park to Caras Park in defense of Zephyr on Friday evening, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess and numerous city council members. The two discussed their vision for downtown Missoula, taxes and bonds during a Tuesday forum hosted by the Downtown Missoula Partnership. MISSOULA, Mont. According to the Montana campaign electronic reporting. The Missoula City Council approved Mayor Jordan Hess’ budget Monday night with warnings of tougher budget deliberations in the years to come. The Missoula City Council selected Jordan Hess to be Missoula's next mayor on Sept. 01 raised by June 15, 2021. MISSOULA, Mont. The $111. Personal attacks and a violation of decorum prompted the Missoula City Council to recess for a short minute on Monday night after an attendee shouted at officials. WHEREAS Missoula County and the City of Missoula acknowledge the lasting impacts of the homophobia and transphobia highlighted by acts of physical, mental, emotional, and institutional violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,. MOR believes it’s important to have elected officials who support our mission, vision, and positions, such as homeownership, private property rights, and strong communities. Loaded 0%. ADVERTISEMENT. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess and several members of City Council said they've received an unusual volume of phone calls and emails, and they're not deaf to the concerns. 7 starting at 9 a. us . (Missoula Current) A steady stream of voters filtered into the elections center on Tuesday afternoon, making the deadline to cast a ballot in year's primary race for Missoula mayor. (Missoula Current) Shortly after Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess declared a state of emergency relating to homelessness and its impacts on the city, he sent a letter to City Council, urging it to pass an emergency levy. Early election results indicate Kristen Jordan has a strong lead in the Missoula City Council election for Ward 6 over Tom Taylor. Hess is currently in third place with 3,262 votes. O. He most recently worked for more than eight years as Director of Transportation at. m. Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - It was an emotion-filled City Talk segment of KGVO’s Talk Back show on Friday, as Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess took calls from listeners on two main topics, city. Hess wants to be the Full Time Mayor of. Talk to him for a few minutes and it’s clear that Jordan’s enthusiasm for Missoula and all that makes it great. Martin Kidston. m. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess appointed Mike Colyer to the position in early June, though it required final approval from City Council, which came. Jordan Hess seeks third term on City Council Seeking a third term on city council, Jordan Hess feels he brings experience, problem solving for Ward 2 Missoula mayoral candidates square off at City. Oct 24, 2023. (Missoula Current) The proclamation of an emergency over homelessness and shelter may allow the city to adopt two mills to help fund what some see as a solution, but it will be up to the City Council to levy the tax, the city attorney said Monday night. You have to add an entire engine company,” said Mayor Jordan Hess. — Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess announced the selection of a new city clerk and legislative services director Thursday. Mayor Hess transitions out of Missoula mayor office “I think the acquisition of the water system,” he said, “was hands-down the thing that I’m most proud of. His Chief Administrative Officer, Dale Bickell, was listed as a witness for the City of Whitefish and wrote. Missoula is so lucky to have a leader who's as committed to the public interest as Jordan Hess. Paid for by Jordan Hess for Mayor Dave Strohmaier and Amber Sherrill,. The Primary Election on September 12 did not go the way I wanted it to go, and there will be a transition in the Mayor’s office in the coming months. “It’s amazing how many similarities there are,” remarked Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess, who visited Palmerston North in 2019. 14. Jordan Hess "There's so much good stuff going on in this space. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess and Missoula County Commissioner Josh Slotnick, both Democrats, responded to news on Wednesday that the House might censure or expel Zephyr. Housing costs are rising because Missoula is a great place to live. Martin Kidston. Missoula City Council member Jordan Hess speaks in the council chambers Monday night after being selected to serve as Missoula's mayor until 2023 after the death of former Mayor John Engen in. (Missoula Current) In what would be the last City Council meeting of his tenure as mayor, Jordan Hess praised Missoula's city employees, its innovation and. , and marshaled funding towards emergency response efforts. Current incumbent Mayor Jordan Hess held the seat since his appointment in September 2022 and served Missoula City Council nine years prior. Also on the ballot were Missoula businessman. Filed Under: feature,. the Missoula Redevelopment Agency and community partners,” said Mayor Jordan Hess. 1. 1. Jordan Hess is Missoula's 51st Mayor. Equity, housing and engagement all figured prominently in the guide for. Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On February 22, 2023, before his monthly ‘Wednesdays With the Mayor’ program, City of Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess stopped by the KGVO studio and provided a brief. 6 billion gallons a year. Only three incumbents have filed to retain their seat, including Missoula Mayor John Engen, Ward 5 council member Stacie Anderson, and Ward 2 council member Jordan Hess. Missoula’s citizens are diverse and eclectic. Shawn Knopp had earned 2,420 votes and Brandi Atanasoff had 212 votes. Missoula County Commissioner Josh Slotnick and Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess spoke at City Club Missoula’s annual State of the Community luncheon along with University of Montana President Seth Bodnar. m. Jobs. As a former state leader, I’m impressed by the way Mayor. The lack of options frustrated all members of council, which passed the emergency ordinance on a 9-1 vote. In his first Missoula City Council meeting as mayor Monday night, Jordan Hess presided over a decision to select his replacement as council vice president. City officials on Wednesday maintained their stance that Missoula was facing a homeless “emergency,” a condition declared by Mayor Jordan Hess back in April. The $4. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess earlier this year declared an emergency around homelessness and its lack of shelter space – a move that enables the city to levy two emergency mills to fund year-round shelter at Johnson Street, which it hasn't yet done. 3. The City of Missoula on Friday declared an emergency surrounding homelessness and its lack of shelter space, enabling it to levy two emergency mills to help fund year-round shelter at the Johnson Street facility. Ben Webb, left, and firefighter/paramedic Chad Maney coil a hose at the downtown station Wednesday, Sept. MISSOULA, Mont. m. In a recent interview, he also said that help must come from both the state and federal level. Jordan Hess, who worked alongside the late Mayor John Engen on a number of city initiates, including its acquisition of Mountain Water, its new housing policy and its. on Wednesday, Sept. The two discussed their vision for downtown Missoula, taxes and bonds during a Tuesday forum hosted by the Downtown Missoula Partnership. Trees have been cut down and irrigation systems destroyed by homeless people, the Democrat said, and earlier. “We don’t want to lose control of the parks,” Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said. Colyer, who was born and raised in Missoula, is a 27-year veteran of the MPD and has been serving as interim police chief since March. The Missoula City Council showed little appetite for slimming down Mayor Jordan Hess’ $111 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year during a meeting to hash out budget amendments Wednesday. Nov 18, 2023. - Recently Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess and the City Council Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee voted to approve an emergency ordinance regarding urban camping in public spaces to. Montana Free Press hosted the candid conversation, which brought mayoral candidates Andrea Davis, Mike Nugent, Shawn Knopp, Brandi Atanasoff and incumbent Mayor Jordan Hess to the VFW. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has released his executive budget for the next fiscal year, one that invests heavily into social services, climate change and equity. Nugent was was elected to the Missoula City Council in 2021 and has worked in the housing industry for the last 15 years, including the Missoula Housing Authority board of. The lack of options frustrated all members of council, which passed the emergency ordinance on a 9-1 vote. ” Missoulian week in review. Plans to redevelop the Riverfront Triangle has brought many interested parties to the table over the past five years. Jordan Hess and Andrea Davis Provided Missoula looked a lot different when Hess first stepped up to represent Ward 2 a decade ago, and many of the changes that have taken place have his. Details: Friday, June 16, noon-1 p. Email:. He was appointed to the position by the Missoula City Council following a long meeting late on Monday night. Missoula mayoral interviews: Hess looks to continue city goals around housing. Jordan Hess: Confident in Missoula's future. ANTONIO IBARRA OLIVARES,. Ward 3 Ward 4. Because he has the heart and the experience to face Missoula's current and future challenges. MISSOULA — A big game of Tetris is taking shape downtown,. (Missoula Current) The field of candidates vying to become Missoula's next mayor grew deeper on Thursday when Andrea Davis announced her intent to run for the job. Ward 2 encompasses the Westside, Captain John Mullan and Grant Creek neighborhoods. Jordan Hess, Mike Nugent, Patrick Weasel Head, Teigan Avery, Jacob Elder and Fred Rice are the Missoula City Council’s nominees for mayor. We reached out to Mayor Jordan Hess to get a statement regarding the urban camping increase. Missoula County. The city council has selected Jordan Hess, a city council member and former transportation director at the University of Montana, to be the new mayor of Missoula. Hess also says the city of Missoula and Missoula County are working hard to accommodate those who. He moved to Missoula in 2005 to attend the University of Montana, where he studied Geography with emphases in Community & Environmental Planning and Cartography & GIS. “Since we don't have enough shelter beds, we can't remove someone from an encampment in a public space,” said Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. Box 9305, Missoula, MT 59807. 12, the Missoula City Council held their election for the interim mayor position after. Signed Sealed and Delivered, the U. (Daily Montanan) Missoula’s Mayor Jordan Hess declared a homelessness and sheltering state of emergency this month as a crisis center in Billings reports more people who are homeless for the first time and a shelter in Great Falls sees a growing need for its services. 6 million budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Council voted in Ward 5 Representative. The field of five mayoral candidates will narrow to two on Tuesday as Missoula voters head to the polls for the municipal primary. Watch Now: Related VideoDavis will succeed Interim Mayor Jordan Hess, who was appointed after the death of former Mayor John Engen. Jordan Hess 4/20/23 Jordan Hess 4/20/23. The coordination, collaboration, and partnership between the city of Missoula and Missoula County are at an all-time high. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has clearly aligned with Whitefish officials in this dispute. Former Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess, who endorsed Davis, watches the event. Davis, who won the. Although it was a small amount of money, Nugent said the national association also spent money on Missoula City Council elections in 2021 to support both himself and incumbent Mayor Jordan Hess. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess with Missoula County commissioners. “Council members Jordan and Carlino are exercising their First Amendment. mayor@ci. Nugent, a current member of the Missoula City Council, has raised more than $60,000 thus far, with nearly $40,000 coming in the latest filing period. Missoula MT (KGVO-AM News) - Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess will host a public meeting to address the issue of what is now being called the Jonson Street Community Center on Tuesday evening at the. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess officially presented the city’s budget request to the city council this week, asking for a median property tax increase of 9. The warehouse will soon be filled with the latest in. Missoula Mayor. MISSOULA — Missoula City Council Ward 2 representative Jordan Hess was appointed to lead the city following the death of. Jordan Hess. For Mayor Jordan Hess, it's a fitting name for a building built to last. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess laughs as he pretends to be electrocuted after flipping the switch to activate the city's new solar array on Thursday afternoon. mt. 01 raised by June 15, 2021. Jordan Hess. Missoula County Commissioner Josh Slotnick and Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess spoke at City Club Missoula’s annual State of the Community luncheon along with University of Montana President Seth Bodnar. His term began with his swearing in on September 14. By: Jill Valley. Hess must run for the office in the next municipal election, in. . Home. com) Andrea Davis joins Hess. 71% increase of city property taxes is well. Meet Mayor Hess. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess on Friday declared a state of emergency,. Coyler is a 27 year veteran of the Missoula Police Department and has been serving. (Missoula Current) Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess on Wednesday released his executive budget for the next fiscal year, one that invests heavily into social services, climate change and equity. Our favorite photos of the week from June 19 to June 25. The site's master plan includes a hotel and concert venue, housing, office, retail and. The Missoula City Council approved Mayor Jordan Hess’ budget Monday night with warnings of tougher budget deliberations in the years to come. Director of Center for Structural and Functional Neuroscience, UM. 368 likes · 83 talking about this. Martin Kidston. “He's been a tireless advocate for cities through the Montana League of Cities and Towns. This year, four council members opted not to run, leaving only two incumbents on the ballot in Jordan Hess and Stacie Anderson. When Jordan served as a city councilperson, I always found him to be approachable, informed, direct, and thoughtful. Andrea Davis — who is the executive director of Homeword — has claimed the top spot while current Missoula City Council member Mike Nugent finished in second place. Mayor Hess helped create the first local Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the state. Jordan Hess, Committee Member. Mayor Jordan Hess moved to Missoula in 2005 to attend the University of Montana, where he studied Geography with emphases in Community & Environmental Planning and Cartography & GIS. In his 10 years of service on City Council and now as mayor, he's been a leader on building climate. Life Enrichment Director at Auberge at Missoula Valley. Along with the declaration, the City Council approved a 90-day ordinance that said city-owned parks and trails — but not all city-owned land — would be closed from 11 p. Jordan Hess serves as the 51 st mayor of Missoula. The Missoula City Council selected Jordan Hess to be Missoula's next mayor on Sept. After more than 20 votes late into Monday night, Jordan Hess will be Missoula’s new mayor. Only 43% of Missoula voters returned their ballots for the Missoula municipal primary Tuesday, but they supported Andrea Davis and Mike Nugent for mayor. For the first time in nearly ten years, Jordan Hess no longer has to worry about the dynamics on the Missoula City Council. Candidates include current Mayor Jordan Hess, Ward 5 City Councilor Mike Nugent, Homeword Executive Director Andrea Davis, businessman Shawn K… Approved Missoula budget tells 'alarming story' of. Of the five candidates on file with the Montana Secretary of State's Office, candidates Mike Nugent and Jordan Hess have raised the most money as of the latest filing period, which closed on June 15. Daniel Carlino Mike Nugent. Missoula Mayor candidate Jordan Hess discusses unhoused issue in Missoula. The first Chat takes place on. His chief administrative officer, Dale Bickell, was listed as a witness for the City of. Mayor Jordan Hess. Hess succeeds John Engen, who died last month from pancreatic cancer. ". 19 applicants apply for Missoula mayor post City Council appointed Jordan Hess on September 12, 2022 following a public application and interview process. MISSOULA, Mont. (Missoula Current) Missoula officially turned the page on a new era of governance on Monday when the city's new mayor was sworn into office, followed by the celebration of dozens of jubilant supporters. Current Mayor Jordan Hess says that the City of Missoula is ultimately seeing a housing issue and that the city needs a second shelter to help with the. 7 starting at 9 a. She is the first female mayor of Missoula since Juliet Gregory had a two-year term. He served on City Council for nine years before becoming mayor and has the skills. Staff. 7 million in public infrastructure for such. Improve our Site. Jordan Hess seeks third. He's a proven leader on climate resiliency, addressing houselessness and improving our local infrastructure. If approved, the levy would generate an additional 2 mills, which would raise around $500,000 to reopen the Johnson Street. In the normal course of an election, voters get to know candidates as they campaign for office. Or, navigating the emotional leadership transition after the unexpected. for 48 years and has advanced the field of municipal attorney in the state of Montana in countless ways,” said Mayor Jordan Hess. While we have procedures to follow that protect the community we can remain open and accessible to the people we work with and serve. Davis advocated for public-private partnerships, as did Hess, who cited many benefits the private sector brings to the Missoula community. m. Sep 25, 2022. Gov. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess reaffirmed the city's stance on equality, declaring "We will not tolerate discrimination and hate in Missoula. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess planned to speak in favor of the measure this week. Mayor Jordan Hess noted that the city's request for a 9. (Missoula Current) Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess on Wednesday released his executive budget for the next fiscal year, one that invests heavily into social services,. But Hess also took the opportunity to speak out against. Elections Center, 140 N Russell St. (Missoula Current) As Jordan Hess faces his last few days as Missoula's mayor, he'll be working to ensure his replacement has the help he or she needs to transition into the role. In his 10 years of service on City Council and now as mayor, he's been a leader on building climate. The Missoula City Council this week opted to delay its decision on reopening the shelter. As transportation director at UM, he helped introduce electric buses to Missoula and, as mayor, he is keeping the City of Missoula on track to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2030. Davis advocated for public-private partnerships, as did Hess, who cited many benefits the private sector brings to the Missoula community. But the city does support a local bill sponsored by Rep. It was a conflicted decision, most said, with 11 council members expressing support and respect for the two finalists, that being council members Jordan Hess and. -. Missoula Public Library, 455 E. Seeking his third term on City Council, Ward 2 candidate Jordan Hess feels he brings experience and problem solving to Missoula. This new facility money will really. Missoula resident Travis Mateer impugned the Executive Director of the Poverello Center Monday before Mayor Jordan Hess interrupted. Martin Kidston. 1. Jordan Hess: City of Missoula: Julie Lacey : Missoula Economic Partnership: Kim Sawyer: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Missoula: Laura Henning: Glacier Ice Rink: Laura Millin : Missoula Art Museum : Linda McCarthy: Downtown Missoula Partnership: Lisa Tate: National Museum of Forest Service History:NBC Montana's recent reporting shows Mayor Jordan Hess initially proposed budget that would increase taxes by almost 10%, and add more $6 million in revenue. Missoula County on Monday joined city officials and private partners in announcing that it would take the lead in securing public ownership of 480 acres on and around Marshall Mountain. aspx. Following two hours of voting with no winner Missoula City Council members left together through a. View Jordan Hess’ profile on LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional community. Missoula, like most of Montana and the region, has seen a huge uptick in rent and housing prices over much of the last decade. Prior to becoming mayor in September 2022, Mr. TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS ®) opened a new warehouse in Missoula on Thursday and was welcomed to the community by Governor Greg Gianforte and Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. Missoula is a community that cares about people and place, and we must continue to. Boil it down and Missoula needs more shelter space if it hopes to prevent outdoor camps from swelling in the summer months - and dealing with the social and environmental impacts that such camps present. 10%) for. Once a mill, the area now. He was appointed to the position by the Missoula City Council following a long meeting late on Monday night. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess planned to speak in favor of the measure this week. Partner Alliances Specialist, ATG Cognizant. Missoula’s new Mayor, Jordan Hess, was officially sworn into office as the city’s 51st mayor Wednesday. He made the announcement Tuesday, noting his nine years of City Council service. Mike Nugent has demonstrated visionary leadership at all levels, but especially in Missoula local government where he holds elected. Jordan Hess: Taking control of our water. “It's such an honor to read this proclamation,” Hess said. Hess is responsible for facilitating growth in the diversity of the city's transportation options. ) Hess steps into office following the death in. Martin Kidston. Missoula’s Mayor Jordan Hess declared a homelessness and sheltering state of emergency this month as a crisis center in Billings reports more people who are homeless for the first time and a shelter in Great Falls sees a growing need for its services. While campers can no longer sleep overnight in Missoula parks, they can sleep in other public places and are likely to do so. Mayor Jordan Hess. Most of us were greeted with two challengers on the ballot for our current mayor and we had to. Current Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess officially announced on Tuesday that he's running for the position. But in the end, the projects would be paid back. "This is a priority for us," Niazai said, noting that other problems and issues have been pushed to the backburner. Please join us in electing Mayor Jordan Hess to continue serving as Missoula’s mayor. — Josh Slotnick, Juanita Vero, Dave Strohmaier, Missoula County Commissioners While Engen looks to keep his job as mayor, only two incumbents have filed to retain their seat on City Council, including Ward 5 councilmember Stacie Anderson and Ward 2 councilmember Jordan Hess. In Missoula, we have a plentiful aquifer, and we have a well-run, City-owned water utility. The Primary Election on September 12 did not go the way I. Telecommuting is a truly sustainable mode of transportation and a workplace benefit for many people. Jordan Hess [email protected]. But Hess also took the opportunity to speak out against. missoula. Mayor Jordan Hess and City staff met with community members in a town hall meeting on May 9th to. Watch Now: Related VideoWith its climate goals in place, the City of Missoula will consider funding a number of energy programs in its new budget including solar, building efficiency and LED lighting. In his first Missoula City Council meeting as mayor Monday night, Jordan Hess presided over a decision to select his replacement as council vice president. Hellgate Elementary School, 2385 Flynn Lane Former Cold Springs School, 2625 Briggs St. “Since we don't have enough shelter beds, we can't remove someone from an encampment in a public space,” said Missoula Mayor. Missoula City Council Ward 1 candidate Kevin Hunt has big ideas for affordable housing and would like to see increased transparency in elected. RELATED: Jordan Hess announces candidacy for. Hess served for nine years on the Missoula City Council, in roles as committee chair and vice president of the Council. “This has been a goal of the city and county quite literally for decades,” said Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. The solar array includes 950 panels. 19 applicants apply for Missoula mayor postCity Council appointed Jordan Hess on September 12, 2022 following a public application and interview process. Zooey Zephyr: "Recent. Jordan Hess for Mayor Friends, Serving as your Mayor for the past year has been a tremendous privilege. In his last meeting as Missoula mayor, Jordan Hess derided the “stupid,” “confusing” and “clunky. New City of Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess made his debut appearance on Friday’s City Talk program and immediately began answering questions from Talk Back listeners, eager to speak to the new mayor. Missoula’s Mayor Jordan Hess declared a homelessness and sheltering state of emergency this month as a crisis center in Billings reports more people who are homeless for the first time and a shelter in Great Falls sees a growing need for its services. The comments prompted Mayor Jordan Hess to ask Mateer “to stop making personal attacks” about shelter employees. O. But given a recent court ruling, the city is unable to move homeless campers off the sidewalks and out of the parks unless they can also provide shelter. MISSOULA, Mont. Last Friday, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess declared a Houselessness and Sheltering State of Emergency. MISSOULA, Mont. Box 9305, Missoula, MT 59807. Criticisms from the community and council have accompanied Mayor Jordan Hess’ effort to reinstitute. (Missoula Current) In what would be the last City Council meeting of his tenure as mayor, Jordan Hess praised Missoula's city employees, its innovation and the accomplishments it has notched over the last decade, most of which he spent as one of Missoula top elected leaders. ”“He has served the city for 48 years and has advanced the field of municipal attorney in the state of Montana in countless ways,” said Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. “Mountain Line has been expanding services and electrifying and doing all sorts of great programming for years, but they haven't had the infrastructure background to support that growth. Claire Trimble will become the new city clerk. Missoula Parks and Recreation Director Donna Gaukler said Shaya’s site was the most frequently referenced complaint throughout the city parks system. While campers can no longer sleep overnight in Missoula parks, they can sleep in other public places and are likely to do so. Serving as Missoula's mayor for the past year has been an honor and a privilege. The field currently includes sitting Mayor Jordan Hess, City Council member Mike Nugent, nonprofit director Andrea Davis, businessman Shawn Knopp and. JORDAN HESS. The spending in question concerns $125,000 given by the National Association of Realtors and another $10,000 from the Missoula. Housing costs are rising because Missoula is a great place to live. Posted at 2:52 PM, Apr 26, 2023 . Hess said he has been comparing Missoula’s homeless issue. MISSOULA - Dozens of Missoula citizens gathered in Boyd Park to ask questions and express concerns with Mayor Jordan Hess and other public officials in an informal setting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said at Colyer's June 7 confirmation the city got broad feedback stating Colyer was well-suited to be the next chief law enforcement officer for the city. Please join me in supporting Jordan Hess for mayor. Interim Mayor Jordan Hess used the occasion to appear at a very successful local business to formally announce that he was running for mayor of Missoula. (Provided by the City of Missoula. Davis, who serves as the executive director of Homeword, joins current Mayor Jordan Hess and city council member Mike Nugent in seeking the post. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. a month ago. Missoula City Councilmember Mike Nugent explains why he decided to vote for fellow councilmember Jordan Hess for mayor instead of himself, ending a deadlocked vote to replace late Mayor John Engen. Local News Missoula agencies reflect on. ” He also noted the massive shift in state taxes, which has placed an increasingly heavy burden on residential property owners while cutting taxes for businesses and centrally-assessed properties like cable. —. I look forward to supporting Mayor Hess in advancing the City’s goals, as well as the innovation he brings to the office. Zooey Zephyr: "Recent actions taken to silence Rep. But in politics, there is seldom room for third place – a position sitting Mayor Jordan Hess took when the dust settled over Tuesday's primary. Standing for the Pledge of Allegiance from left to right are council members Mike Nugent, Amber Sherrill and Mayor Jordan Hess. TDS opens new warehouse in Missoula and donates $5,000 to Youth Homes March 9, 2023. Martin Kidston. 01 raised by June 15, 2021. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess announced a State of Emergency for houselessness and sheltering in Missoula, calling for the reopening of the Johnson Street Shelter. The candidates on affordable housing in Missoula. Colyer, who was born and raised in Missoula, is a 27-year veteran of the Missoula Police. Meetings. Of the five candidates on file with the Montana Secretary of State's Office, candidates Mike Nugent and Jordan Hess have raised the most money as of the latest filing period, which closed on June 15. Incumbents Jordan Hess and Ruth Swaney are both running unopposed. "This is a beautiful historic building that is an anchor in our downtown and it is well-built," explained mayor Jordan Hess. — Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has appointed Captain Mike Coyler as Missoula's new police chief. He joins sitting Mayor Jordan Hess in the race, along with Homeword executive director Andrea Davis. Council member Jordan Hess, who made the nomination, said Jones has served with distinction through challenging. S. Emergency Phone: Link: Mayor's Office. Zooey Zephyr are unacceptable and undemocratic. — Mike Cooney, Former Lieutenant GovernorJordan has continued to support and improve the open space system, a gem that improves Missoulian’s lives every day. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess lived right across the alley from The Rowe apartments during college, and he said he loved his time spent there. Hess signed the emergency proclamation last week — the. Hess, the longest serving member of City Council, was elected by a majority of his peers on Monday. Serving as Missoula's Mayor for the past year has been an honor and a privilege. 1 weather alerts 1 closings. Marilyn Marler, D-Missoula, after she is sworn in to office at the Missoula City Council. Prior to becoming mayor in September 2022, Mr. As a former state leader, I’m impressed by the way Mayor. The Missoula City Council approved Mayor Jordan Hess’ budget Monday night with warnings of tougher budget deliberations in the years to come. Jordan Hess, who worked alongside the late Mayor John Engen on a number of city initiates, including its acquisition of Mountain Water, its new housing policy and its goals around climate change, said he would work to continue and grow such goals. Contact Mayor Hess and his. The Mayor's office assures all City services are delivered to the citizens of Missoula in an effective, efficient, and equitable manner and in compliance with City Council policy. Meeting/Webcasts. - The Missoula City Council voted Jordan Hess to be Missoula's next mayor. As the city's longest-serving mayor, Engen has seen countless City Council members come and go. The completed project. He moved to Missoula in 2005 to attend the University of Montana, where he studied Geography with emphases in Community & Environmental Planning and Cartography & GIS. Hess’ most profound contribution to date was his instrumental role in the acquisition of our citywide water system, now known as Missoula Water. Interviews will be held Sept. The following is the press release from the city of Missoula: Mayor Jordan Hess is pleased to announce his appointment of Captain Mike Colyer as Missoula’s new police chief. S. "They. In his 10 years of service. Mayor Email Jordan Hess 435 Ryman Missoula, MT 59802 Phone: 406-552-6001 Staff Request a meeting or event . 12, 2022. “I would underscore the emergency nature of this. Tents line some city streets, and garbage makes its way into rivers. ANTONIO IBARRA OLIVARES, Missoulian Facebook; Twitter. “I was pleased to see there’s some shared goals between the governor and our. “We don’t want to lose control of the parks,” Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said expanding the city's shelters would give authorities more tools to enforce urban camping in public places. Roughly 18,800 ballots had been cast compared to 54,700 registered Missoula voters, suggesting a lackluster showing in a primary that determines the city's next mayor. Missoula’s Mayor: Building a Stronger, More Resilient Community, with Opportunity for AllMissoula, MT 59802. Earlier in June, Hess declared an official State of Emergency regarding houselessness and sheltering. Public Comments: 2. Jordan Hess was sworn in as Missoula’s new mayor at 2:15 p. Jonathan Karlen, D-Missoula. Assumed office January 2, 2006. Niazai said he's met with Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess to discuss the issue. Missoula property owners will receive a “scary” notice of property tax increases June 30. 7 starting at 9 a. Reed Humphrey. Missoula mayor Jordan Hess, Missoula county commissioner Josh Slotnick and Poverello Center executive director Jill Bonny spoke briefly at the event. And when the pandemic hit, I knew I could rely on Jordan to keep a calm and keen sense of balance , politics aside. “The program we're looking to pilot is to create a pathway for clean-energy jobs for young mothers,” Mayor Jordan Hess told the Missoula Current. Councilor Jordan Hess will served as mayor of Missoula through the end of 2023. Katie Holick. Learn about the Mayor and his office. 1. Of those 18, six were named on Monday to move on to interviews. Missoula City Council member and mayoral candidate Mike Nugent on Wednesday released a multi-pronged approach that he believes will provide both short- and long-term solutions to the city's homeless challenge. Mayor Jordan Hess and City Councilor Mike Nugent are both ahead of former Mayor John Engen’s record of $32,457. MISSOULA - Jordan Hess was officially sworn in as the new mayor of Missoula on Wednesday. “We need to have a big place because we, as a Muslim community, are growing day by day so we need to have an appropriate place,” Niazai said.