Zooey Zephyr: "Recent. There's the vision. “Jordan is usually the smartest person in the room,” said Ward 4’s Amber Sherrill, quoting late mayor John Engen, “and he would never. Council president Gwen Jones has served as acting mayor – the city's second female mayor – and will now pass the torch to Hess, who will be sworn in this week. Phone: (406) 552-6001. But on Monday, with public ownership now in hand and renovations set to begin, city and county leaders announced their intent to rename the sprawling downtown facility as the John Engen Local Government Building. He was appointed to the position by the Missoula City Council following a long meeting late on Monday night. Both were elected to complete the term of a former office holder. Your comments, suggestions, and insight are always welcome; please call us at 406-552-6001 or send an email. The. 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. 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. The candidates on affordable housing in Missoula. Colyer. 7 starting at 9 a. 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. And when the pandemic hit, I knew I could rely on Jordan to keep a calm and keen sense of balance , politics aside. Following two hours of voting with no winner Missoula City. mt. There's the vision. "He left us in good hands," added Missoula City Council Vice President Jordan Hess. Voters in Missoula on Tuesday were on course to elect political newcomer Andrea Davis as the city's next mayor – the first newly elected mayor in nearly 20 years. 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. 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. 'Humanitarian crisis': Missoula mayor declares homelessness emergencyPolice Captain Mike Colyer, previously Missoula Police Department's two-time interim chief, was appointed to permanently serve in the post by Mayor Jordan Hess Friday. ) Hess steps into office following the death in. The Missoula City Council approved Mayor Jordan Hess’ budget Monday night with warnings of tougher budget deliberations in the years to come. Greg Gianforte convened a housing task force earlier this year to explore ways to bring down costs, and the Legislature is expected to deliver several bills that. Martin Kidston. Jan 2014 - Jul 20228 years 7 months. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has appointed Captain Mike Colyer to the top slot in the Missoula Police Department. (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. m. 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. “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. Contact Mayor Hess and his. Standing for the Pledge of Allegiance from left to right are council members Mike Nugent, Amber Sherrill and Mayor Jordan Hess. He most recently worked for more than eight years as Director of Transportation at. Shane Rooney was eliminated from the applicant pool due to requirements of the. Mayor Hess is committed to helping Missoula stay strong and resilient in the face of climate change. 2. (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. Interviews will be held on Sept. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess with Missoula County commissioners. Filed Under: feature,. “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. 10%) for. University of Montana. Nancy. As we continue to navigate the impacts of the pandemic, watch fuel prices and interest rates climb, and feel the impacts of the climate crisis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmedJordan Hess, now in his third city council term, will take the vice president position. As the city's longest-serving mayor, Engen has seen countless City Council members come and go. Why some women 'want to want to have sex' but don't experience desire. Missoula is a city I love, and Mayor Jordan Hess is a leader I trust and respect. — Mike Cooney, Former Lieutenant GovernorJordan has continued to support and improve the open space system, a gem that improves Missoulian’s lives every day. Drug needles, trash, violence and other concerns mounting in areas around Missoula as a result of urban camping prompted the City Council on Wednesday to declare an emergency and change an ordinance allowing officials to move homeless campers from city parks, trails and conservation lands. Missoula County is rallying other counties to join a regional rail authority to restore passenger. The comments prompted Mayor Jordan Hess to ask Mateer “to stop making personal attacks” about shelter employees. MISSOULA — 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. A coalition of more than 60 downtown business and property owners in Missoula sent a strongly worded letter to Mayor Jordan Hess late Wednesday night expressing concerns over plans to revamp. Jordan Hess, Shawn Knopp and Brandi. Former Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess, who endorsed Davis, watches the event. 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. Back then, Hess said the state's tax system was largely rooted in extractive industries and in Missoula County, that included a. Jordan Hess, Mike Nugent, Patrick Weasel Head, Teigan Avery, Jacob Elder and Fred Rice are the Missoula City Council’s nominees for mayor. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess on Friday declared a state of emergency,. The Frontier Institute recently issued a report titled “FY2024 Real Local Budgets” that relies on an unsubstantiated assertion that local government expenditures shouldn’t exceed population. Michael Kavanaugh. On Friday, Jun. City of Missoula Official Instagram Pages. That emergency required fast action by the city, Hess said. Gov. Main St. She is the first female mayor of Missoula since Juliet Gregory had a two-year term. And he's been a promoter of smart growth. m. His leadership emerged early. Mike Colyer to the post to fill in for retiring Chief Jaeson White, who departs at the end of the month after three years in Missoula. The field currently includes sitting Mayor Jordan Hess, City Council member Mike Nugent, nonprofit director Andrea Davis, businessman Shawn Knopp and. He joins sitting Mayor Jordan Hess in the race, along with Homeword executive director Andrea Davis. - 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. He most recently worked for more than eight years as Director of Transportation at the University of Montana, where he led UM to be the first college campus in the. “We don’t want to lose control of the parks,” Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said. Jordan, meanwhile, wants better addiction treatment and mental health care, in addition to help with housing. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess on Tuesday announced his plans to run for election in November. But Hess also took the opportunity to speak out against. A relieved Mayor John Engen mingles with attendees after the final condemnation order was issued in the city’s takeover of Mountain Water. Missoula voters on. Hess wants to be the Full Time Mayor of. He is exactly the leader we need at this moment in time and we can’t think of anyone we’d rather work with to keep Missoula the brightest star in Montana’s big sky. Meetings. We need to reform our land-use code, and we're working on that. Paid for by the Missoula County Democrats. The lack of options frustrated all members of council, which passed the emergency ordinance on a 9-1 vote. Current Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess officially announced on Tuesday that he's running for the position. 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. Mayor Email Jordan Hess 435 Ryman Missoula, MT 59802 Phone: 406-552-6001 Staff Request a meeting or event . The three other candidates included sitting Mayor Jordan Hess, who had 3,260 votes. Missoula Mayor and mayoral candidate Jordan Hess. “He's been a tireless advocate for cities through the Montana League of Cities and Towns. Missoula County. The spending in question concerns $125,000 given by the National Association of Realtors and another $10,000 from the Missoula. Mayor Jordan Hess presented his fiscal year 2024 (FY24) executive budget to City Council on June 28, stating his priorities in his budget letter. The Missoula City Council this week opted to delay its decision on reopening the shelter. 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. In the mayoral race, the council nominated just six of 18 potential candidates to fill the vacancy left by the late Mayor John Engen. — Josh Slotnick, Juanita Vero, Dave Strohmaier, Missoula County CommissionersWhile 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. Pam Walzer, Treasurer P. Both took the oath on Monday, which began Anderson's second term representing Ward 5 and Hess's third. (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. Jordan Hess won a third term on Missoula’s city council, according election night vote results. Email:. The two discussed their vision for downtown Missoula, taxes and bonds during a Tuesday forum hosted by the Downtown Missoula Partnership. Of those 18, six were named on Monday to move on to interviews. City of Missoula Official Twitter Pages. Coyler is a 27 year veteran of the Missoula Police Department and has been serving. MISSOULA — A big game of Tetris is taking shape downtown,. Jordan Hess for Mayor Friends, Serving as your Mayor for the past year has been a tremendous privilege. Davis, who won the. “They're well-paying jobs in the trades. 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. Martin Kidston. Learn about the Mayor and his office. Mateer continued to shout, forcing Hess to recess the. Jordan Hess: Taking control of our water. Hess will serve until the end of former mayor John. Hess said he has been comparing Missoula’s homeless issue. “The city does not have a position,” Mayor Jordan Hess told the Missoula Current after Monday night’s meeting. Mayor Hess transitions out of Missoula mayor office. Home. But she recognizes, too, homelessness is a national problem Missoula is confronting on. MISSOULA, Mont. Jordan Hess: Confident in Missoula's future. m. “Jim Nugent has been a dedicated public servant for nearly 50 years,” said Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess in the news release. Missoula, Montana, United States. Posted at 5:02 PM, Oct 18, 2023. 7 starting at 9 a. Oct 24, 2023. Mayor Hess is committed to helping Missoula stay strong and resilient in the face of climate change. The $111. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has clearly aligned with Whitefish officials in this dispute. and it can be transitioned with a relatively minor amount of effort,” said Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. Missoula City Council member Jordan Hess agreed, “While the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the lives and livelihoods of tens of millions of people, there are lessons we can learn from the changes we had to make. (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. 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. He is exactly the leader we need at this moment in time and we can’t think of anyone we’d rather work with to keep Missoula the brightest star in Montana’s big sky. (Missoula Current) The city on Friday appointed a familiar name to serve as the interim chief of the Missoula Police Department. 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. He knows the job and gets the job done. — With less than a few weeks left in office, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess transformed his final casual conversation into a retrospective on his time leading the city. - The Missoula City Council voted Jordan Hess to be Missoula's next mayor. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. Seeking a third term on city council, Jordan Hess feels he brings experience, problem solving for Ward. Jordan Hess “There's a lot going on on the housing front. The. 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. Lindsay Jones. prompting Mayor Jordan Hess to declare the situation an official. Missoula councilors want to change rules around public commentOn November 6, Mayor Jordan Hess and County Commissioners Juanita Vero, Dave Strohmaier, and Josh Slotnick officially renamed the former federal building as the John Engen Local Government Building. RELATED: Jordan Hess announces candidacy for. Now, therefore be it resolved that I, Jordan Hess, Mayor of the City of Missoula, hereby declare that a state of Emergency exists as of June 9, 2023, in the areas of emergency sheltering, and I direct City of Missoula staff to assist the nonprofit provider community during the pendency of this emergency with financial resources,MISSOULA, Mont. Liz Cheney denounces Trump and Jim Jordan in Mansfield speech Vehicle kills grizzly on deadly segment of Highway 93 Water main break floods portion of Missoula street; closes restaurantLetter to the editor: Missoula is lucky to have Jordan Hess. Box 9305, Missoula, MT 59807. MISSOULA - Another candidate has joined the race to be. 15, 2022. Seeking his third term on City Council, Ward 2 candidate Jordan Hess feels he brings experience and problem solving to Missoula. In it, retired campaign management and public policy expert C. “We don’t want to lose control of the parks,” Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess said. Mayor. "They. Hess was a knowledgeable leader in creating Missoula's Affordable Housing Trust Fund. "I can't be John Engen and I think it would be a disservice to our community if I tried," Hess said at the. Jordan Hess is Missoula's 51st Mayor. “Since we don't have enough shelter beds, we can't remove someone from an encampment in a public space,” said Missoula Mayor. Or, navigating the emotional leadership transition after the unexpected. He has the experience, and that matters. This role demands a leader who can chart a path. "This has the ability to connect our state," said Missoula City Councilor Jordan Hess, who has. He understands that Missoula is a special place, and he wants to ensure that it remains that way, with heart and character," a news release states. As of 1:30 a. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess also supports many of the task force’s recommendations but also has some hesitancy. In an effort to give homeless individuals a safe place to go, council voted 6-2 with one abstention to reopen the Johnson Street shelter in Ward 6. 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. MISSOULA - Jordan Hess was officially sworn in as the new mayor of Missoula on Wednesday. Mayor Jordan Hess and City staff met with community members in a town hall meeting on May 9th to. — With less than a few weeks left in office, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess transformed his final casual conversation into a retrospective on his. Martin Kidston. 1 weather alerts 1 closings. Missoula mayoral interviews: Hess looks to continue city goals around housing, climate (missoulacurrent. Once a mill, the area now. 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. Provided. ANTONIO IBARRA OLIVARES,. The site's master plan includes a hotel and concert venue, housing, office, retail and. Jordan Hess serves as the 51 st mayor of Missoula. The Missoula Current has also interviewed Mayor Jordan Hess and will run the story on Thursday. Jordan Hess. “This is a big deal for downtown Missoula,” said Mayor Jordan Hess in a press release. Missoula now has a new Mayor, Jordan Hess, appointed on September 12, who will bring his own approach and new relationships to the office. His term began with his swearing in on September 14. For example, Borhegyi’s character Rosebutch wore makeup during Pride inspired by the Missoula Flox, a subalpine plant that is only found in the hills surrounding Missoula. 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. ” Missoulian week in review. (Provided by the City of Missoula. Of those 18, six were named on Monday to move on to interviews. Public Comments: 2. In the normal course of an election, voters get to know candidates as they campaign for office. Jordan Hess feels he brings experience, problem solving for Ward 2. Jordan Hess is Missoula's 51st Mayor. During a hodgepodge Missoula City Council meeting Monday that tackled issues related to farm animals, park fees, the Riverfront Triangle and equity, Mayor Jordan Hess inveighed against the. Mayor Jordan Hess announced he will allocate funds to reopen the Johnson Street Shelter, but Missoula City Council members say they have been left out of this decision. m. No other candidate has proven themselves as committed to our shared public interest as Mayor Jordan Hess. 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. In collaboration with City Council and staff, Mayor Engen had created a thoughtful. The two most tenured members of the Missoula City Council were appointed unanimously to serve as president and vice president on Monday, launching a new chapter in the daily function of the city's decision-making body. City Council. KGVO News attended an outdoor press conference at City Hall where Mayor Jordan Hess explained their plans to reopen the shelter. In his last meeting as Missoula mayor, Jordan Hess derided the “stupid,” “confusing” and “clunky. Details: Friday, June 16, noon-1 p. Mateer was one of two public commenters who stormed out of a Missoula City Council meeting Monday. Jordan Hess: Confident in Missoula's future. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. Brandi Atanasoff, who says she’s had a diverse background when it comes to her ties in Missoula, told MTN News that. Jordan Hess for Mayor Friends, Serving as your Mayor for the past year has been a tremendous privilege. Mayor Jordan Hess noted that the city's request for a 9. (Missoula Current) Raising his right hand to take the oath of office, Jordan Hess became Missoula's new mayor and pledged to continue working to make the city a successful and equitable place to live, work and thrive. Claire Trimble will become the new city clerk. ” The list includes just six topics, but the impact of each runs deep and has room for improvement. Criticisms from the community and council have accompanied Mayor Jordan Hess’ effort to reinstitute. ” He also noted the massive shift in state taxes, which has. “It's for people who are in their principal residence, and it's not a long-term solution to any of our property tax. O. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess declared a state of emergency on June 9. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Partner Alliances Specialist, ATG Cognizant. Jordan Hess feels he brings experience, problem. Quick Links. 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. 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. On average, Montana residential property values grew faster than commercial ones this reappraisal cycle, shifting the state’s tax burden to homeowners from commercial and agricultural properties, according to the Montana Department of Revenue. Jordan Hess . Hess’ most profound contribution to date was his instrumental role in the acquisition of our citywide water system, now known as Missoula Water. Our favorite photos of the week from November 6 to November 12. 3. 1 weather alerts 1 closings. 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. O. 3 million budget request includes an estimated 16% increase in inflationary costs and a $1 million down payment. Mayor Jordan Hess We do have two special presentations in the form of proclamations. I’ve been working for years to increase housing supply with innovative solutions. His Chief Administrative Officer, Dale Bickell, was listed as a witness for the City of Whitefish and wrote. JORDAN HESS. It was a stalemate for most of the evening, with both Hess and Mike Nugent close in the vote. Posted at 2:52 PM, Apr 26, 2023 . Most of us were greeted with two challengers on the ballot for our current mayor and we had to. MISSOULA, Mont. With former Mayors Jordan Hess and Daniel Kemmis – and most of City Council in attendance. — The Missoula City Council has selected Jordan Hess as the new mayor of Missoula. Hess, who brings a transportation background to the city, said the effort to address Brooks Street goes back to 2015 in a process he helped lead. Now, Hess said, the rate has been cut by 1,100 gallons per minute when compared to last year. The. It was a hard fought election season. MISSOULA, Mont. (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. Jordan Hess feels he brings experience, problem solving for Ward 2. Nugent is taking on incumbent Mayor Jordan Hess and three other candidates. 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 Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess discusses the homeless challenges the city faces due to a lack of funding and shelter space. — Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess will run for reelection during this year’s municipal election. Or, navigating the emotional leadership transition after the unexpected. The budget focuses on programs and projects that will move the needle on housing, climate, and equity. , Missoula Urban Transportation District Board of Directors 2010-Present: Volunteer, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library Preservation Department 2009-2010: Volunteer, Clean Energy Works Campaign 2006-2009: Chair, Associated Students of the University of Montana Board on Transportation 2008: Member, UM. m. (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. “I would underscore the emergency nature of this. Porter Middle School, 2510. Jordan Hess was sworn in as Missoula’s new mayor at 2:15 p. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess announced a State of Emergency for houselessness and sheltering in Missoula, calling for the reopening of the Johnson Street Shelter. JORDAN HESS. 368 likes · 83 talking about this. But in the end, the projects would be paid back. missoula. Mayor Hess helped create the first local Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the state. In a recent interview, he also said that help must come from both the state and federal level. 9, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess officially declared a state of emergency due to a "houselessness crisis" in Missoula, which is causing health and safety risks for the whole city. Missoula Current Published: November 14, 2023. City officials and the Missoula Economic Partnership on Wednesday introduced the team selected from a months-long process to begin exploring options for the old library property between Front and Main streets. Dean for College of Health, UM; spectrUM Board Chair. Mike Nugent has demonstrated visionary leadership at all levels, but especially in Missoula local government where he holds elected. Jim McCormick, the. “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. During a hodgepodge Missoula City Council meeting Monday that tackled issues related to farm animals, park fees, the Riverfront Triangle and equity, Mayor Jordan Hess inveighed against the. Missoula Current Published: August 24, 2023. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Without action, city officials said Missoula would be out of compliance with the court ruling and would risk creating “incompatible” uses in public parks, which the taxpayers have invested tens of millions of dollars to enjoy. Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess announced a State of Emergency for houselessness and sheltering in Missoula, calling for the reopening of. Please join me in supporting Jordan Hess for mayor. Mayor Jordan Hess, Missoula County Public Schools Superintendent Russ Lodge and Missoula Interim Police Chief Mike Colyer spoke at a press conference on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Martin Kidston. -. Hess says when the policy was being developed the idea was to prioritize development in the. Candidates include current Mayor Jordan Hess, Ward 5 City. Niazai said he's met with Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess to discuss the issue. Reed Humphrey. The coordination, collaboration, and partnership between the city of Missoula and Missoula County are at an all-time high. 2. (Martin Kidston/Missoula Current file). Jonathan Karlen, D-Missoula. Jordan Hess is Missoula's 51st Mayor. It would provide a one-time property tax refund for owner-occupied properties, or a tax rebate to renters with a household income of less than 130% of the area median income. 6 million budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Last Friday, Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess. The Missoula County Democratic Party voted to endorse nine candidates on Wednesday night following its municipal candidate forum. Telecommuting is a truly sustainable mode of transportation and a workplace benefit for many people. Thankfully, under the leadership of Mayor Jordan Hess, this is not the case. Current Mayor Jordan Hess. I was appointed. "This is a beautiful historic building that is an anchor in our downtown and it is well-built," explained mayor Jordan Hess. MISSOULA, Mont. This new facility money will really. Missoula City Council Ward 1 candidate Kevin Hunt has big ideas for affordable housing and would like to see increased transparency in elected. 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. Davis, who wasn't immediately available for comment, was endorsed by Mayor Jordan Hess, Missoula County commissioners, Planned Parenthood and sitting City Council. From my experience working with Jordan, I know he has deep and abiding compassion for people, experience with policy development and an understanding of the important work that local government does day in and day out. Mayor Jordan Hess, left, watches as. Interviews will be held Sept. In his 10 years of service. In my almost 40 years of work in local government at the Missoula. Jordan Hess, Committee Member. 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. Zoning Information. Ward 2 City Council member Jordan Hess. The field of five mayoral candidates will narrow to two on Tuesday as Missoula voters head to the polls for the municipal primary. MISSOULA - Jordan Hess was officially sworn in as the new mayor of Missoula on Wednesday. Hess also says the city of Missoula and Missoula County are working hard to accommodate those who. m. — Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess has appointed Captain Mike Coyler as Missoula's new police chief. and last updated 2023-01-04 10:10:56-05. Missoula is so lucky to have a leader who's as committed to the public interest as Jordan Hess. Council member Jordan Hess, who made the nomination, said Jones has served with distinction through challenging. He made the announcement Tuesday, noting his nine years of City Council service. Mayor Jordan Hess declared a homeless emergency in June. Name Title Email Phone Additional Phone Hess, Jordan Mayor (406) 552-6001 Bakula, Heidi Executive Assistant (406) 552-6001 Bickell, Dale Chief Administrative Officer (406) 552-6001 Merriam, Ginny Public Information / Communications Director (406) 552. Jordan Hess "There's so much good stuff going on in this space. Current Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess officially announced on Tuesday that he's running for the position. As a former state leader, I’m impressed by the way Mayor. mayor@ci. We reached out to Mayor Jordan Hess to get a statement regarding the urban camping increase. Early election results indicate Kristen Jordan has a strong lead in the Missoula City Council election for Ward 6 over Tom Taylor. and last updated 9:35 AM, Oct 19, 2023. They've also been in conversation with the Missoula Redevelopment Agency,” Missoula Mayor Jordan Hess told the Missoula Current. Mayor Jordan Hess. 1. Missoula Redevelopment Agency will invest $7. The council took public comment on the three candidates nominated, Jordan Hess, Fred Rice, and Mike Nugent, then moved forward to voting requiring the. (Missoula Current) The City of Missoula officially appointed a new police chief on Monday night when it passed a suite of measures agreed upon unanimously by council members. Jordan Hess. Claire Trimble will become the new city clerk starting Jan. They include Ward 6 council member Julie Merritt, Ward 3 council member Heather. 5 million to continue fixing. Over the past decade in local government as a member of City Council and as mayor, I’ve seen the power of our community to come together to address complex challenges. The housing challenges facing Missoula, including the rising cost of what's currently available, remains an issue that's facing much of the West and nearly all of Montana. S.