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April 4, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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A scheduled meeting at Butte-Silver Bow City Hall was abruptly canceled due to a critical oversight, leaving residents disappointed and eager for clarity.

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City Council Cancels Meeting Due to Improper Agenda Posting
City Council concludes meeting early due to miscommunication and plans to reconvene next week.
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July 16, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Butte, MT paint worthy. #seascapeandpine #roadtrip #butte #montana #bigsky #buildings #mountains #silverbowcounty
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November 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Butte-Silver Bow is on the brink of a historic decision to adopt the pride flag as its official symbol, igniting conversations about inclusivity and community identity.

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Butte Silver Bow considers adopting pride flag as official city flag
Public comments support adopting pride flag or Missoula's flag for June festivities.
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June 12, 2025 at 4:35 AM
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In a pivotal meeting, Butte-Silver Bow's Study Commission is calling for a surge in public participation to ensure every resident's voice is heard in the decision-making process.

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Mr. Stepin proposes themes to boost public participation in community discussions
Commission members advocate for increased public engagement in ongoing discussions and decisions.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Tax fraud in the construction industry has cost Americans a staggering $76 billion since 2021, undermining community resources and fair competition for honest contractors.

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Commissioners address $76B tax fraud in construction industry and its community impact
Tax fraud undermines community resources and fair competition among contractors in America.
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April 29, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Butte-Silver Bow residents are demanding a financial revolution, calling for forensic audits powered by AI to ensure every taxpayer dollar is accounted for.

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Council discusses proposal for forensic audits using AI for county departments
Commissioner Thiele proposes legal memo on charter inclusion for forensic department audits.
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June 3, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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Exciting developments are on the horizon for Butte's economy as the Tech Hub initiative gains momentum, promising new opportunities in photonics and innovation!

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Kelly Sullivan updates on Butte Local Development Corporation's tech hub initiatives
Kelly Sullivan details tech hub event and plans for quarterly gatherings to boost Butte's economy
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June 6, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Sabey's innovative 'dry-first' cooling system promises to reshape data center operations, but crucial questions about wastewater permits and chemical handling still linger.

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Committee hears Sabey pledge of 'dry‑first' cooling; sewer permits and sampling required
Sabey told staff its design is 'dry‑first' and uses adiabatic misting only above ~80°F; Butte‑Silver Bow pretreatment staff said industrial wastewater would require permits, separation of sanitary and industrial lines, and regular sampling — details on chemical composition and off‑site treatment remain outstanding.
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January 31, 2026 at 12:41 AM
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The Butte-Silver Bow council has approved a contentious subgrant for the hazardous cleanup of Basin Creek House, igniting a debate over funding priorities and safety concerns.

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Commissioners approve Brownfields subgrant for Basin Creek House after debate on scope and funding
Council approved a subgrant agreement (communication 2026-6128) to start abatement work at the Basin Creek House funded through Brownfields and Headwaters RC&D; the vote followed questions about program overlap with RMAP and whether interior hazards (asbestos/vermiculite) were being addressed in the right order.
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March 8, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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Major governance changes are on the horizon for Butte-Silver Bow, with a proposal for four full-time paid commissioners and a new city-county manager model.

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Study commission recommends four full‑time paid commissioners, includes city‑county manager option with removal for cause
Butte‑Silver Bow study commissioners voted to recommend a preliminary charter that sets four full‑time paid commissioners, retains an at‑large voting mayor, and includes a city‑county manager option whose removal must be for cause and defined by ordinance; specifics and compensation remain for later draft and public sessions.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:23 AM
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Butte-Silver Bow's committee is pushing for a one-year extension on the Sabey data center project, aiming to gather crucial insights on taxes, jobs, and water before the council's vote.

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Butte-Silver Bow ad hoc committee backs one-year due‑diligence extension for proposed Sabey data center; council to decide
An ad hoc committee that has been vetting a proposed Sabey data center recommended a one-year due‑diligence extension to the council while staff compile additional information on taxes, jobs, permitting and infrastructure; the council is scheduled to consider the extension at its next meeting.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:50 AM
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A trustee's alarming email reveals long-standing maintenance issues and dangerously old tires at the Terra Verde Volunteer Fire Department, raising serious safety concerns.

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Terra Verde trustee alleges maintenance and safety issues; Fire Services director says no prior formal requests on record
An emailed complaint from Terra Verde Trustee Chair Anthony Roth cataloged maintenance problems and alleged very old tires on Terra Verde Volunteer Fire Department apparatus; Director of Fire Services Zach Osborne replied by email that he had no record of prior formal requests and said he would review the tire concern now that it was raised.
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July 1, 2026 at 2:28 AM
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The Butte–Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission has made significant revisions to its charter ballot, including key changes to fire services governance and the election structure of the mayor.

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Butte–Silver Bow commission finalizes charter ballot language, adds volunteer coordinator clause to unified fire services option
The Butte–Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission approved revisions to charter ballot language June 1, 2026 — clarifying the mayor would be elected at-large, removing a 'part-time' descriptor for commissioners, and amending the unified fire services option to add a volunteer fire coordinator to be appointed by volunteers; the packet will be submitted to the Secretary of State for review.
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July 1, 2026 at 2:27 AM
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A $735,000 plan to restore Basin Creek Park is set to transform the area while preserving its historic charm, but construction delays loom due to logging activities.

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Parks director seeks $735,000 for Basin Creek Park restoration; HPC reviews caretaker‑house mitigation
Butte-Silver Bow Parks & Recreation Director Shawn Fredrickson presented a $735,000 restoration plan for Basin Creek Park funded by BNRP resources; the Historic Preservation Officer reported mitigation steps after logging near the Basin Creek caretaker's house.
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June 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a seismic retrofit for the iconic Mike Mansfield Federal Building, ensuring its safety while preserving its historic charm.

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Section 106 review clears seismic retrofit at Mike Mansfield Federal Building in Butte
GSA presented a seismic retrofit and limited modernization for the Mike Mansfield Federal Building; the Historic Preservation Commission found the project consistent with No Adverse Effect to the National Historic Landmark District and approved the Section 106 finding unanimously.
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June 18, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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The ad hoc committee's findings reveal that the proposed Sabey data center could thrive within existing water and power systems, but community concerns over corporate finances and local job guarantees remain unresolved.

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Ad hoc committee tells Butte‑Silver Bow commissioners Sabey data center fits existing water and grid plans but community questions remain
An ad hoc committee presented findings on the proposed Sabey data center, saying industrial water and electricity capacity can accommodate an initial 50 MW build expanding to 200 MW, while community speakers raised concerns about corporate finances, grid impacts and local hiring guarantees.
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February 20, 2026 at 2:52 AM
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Butte-Silver Bow is taking proactive steps to combat drought with a comprehensive management plan that could change how the community monitors and responds to water shortages.

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Butte-Silver Bow presents drought management plan, recommends advisory committee and expanded metering
Butte-Silver Bow staff presented a grant-funded drought management plan recommending a formal Drought Advisory Committee, expanded metering toward near-100% coverage, added stream gauging and a tiered enforcement framework; staff said DNRC grant funding will help accelerate meter installation.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:22 PM
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The Butte-Silver Bow committee is gearing up to reveal crucial details about the proposed Sabey data center, addressing critical issues like water usage, job creation, and environmental impact.

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Butte‑Silver Bow committee pares presentation for council as Sabey data center details remain provisional
An ad hoc Butte‑Silver Bow committee agreed to present a shortened slide deck and a technical addendum to the county council next Wednesday on the proposed Sabey colocation data center, while asking Sabey for clarifications on water discharge, cooling design and phased job estimates.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:16 AM
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Exciting developments are underway as the Butte Local Development Corporation announces nearly $475,000 in loan funds and six grants awarded to local businesses, paving the way for economic growth in Silver Bow County!

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BLDC reports $474,900 in Anaconda Arco loan fund, six grants awarded; Praxis extension set for Feb. 18
At the Feb. 4 committee meeting, Kelly Sullivan of the Butte Local Development Corporation said the Anaconda Arco loan fund has $474,900 available, BLDC clients received six grants (including a $9,000 award), and the Praxis Center will seek a loan extension at a Feb. 18 loan-committee hearing.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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Residents demand transparency on critical issues like water use and e-waste management before the Sabey data center project moves forward.

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Residents press county committee for clearer answers on water, wastewater, grid and e‑waste tied to proposed data center
Public commenters and committee members pressed for detailed site‑specific answers about cooling water, wastewater permits, wastewater disposal, groundwater risk, grid reliability and e‑waste handling before the county advances the Sabey data center project.
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February 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Butte-Silver Bow is gearing up for crucial public hearings on significant budget amendments aimed at tackling opioid abatement and enhancing community health support.

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Butte-Silver Bow schedules public hearings to amend 2026 public-health budget for opioid, harm-reduction and assessment work
Health officer Karen Malochnie asked the council to schedule public hearings to amend the FY2026 budget for opioid-abatement work, harm-reduction surveys, a community health needs assessment and several DPHHS contracts; proponents spoke in favor and hearings were opened and closed at the meeting.
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February 7, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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In a heated debate, Butte-Silver Bow commissioners voted 9-3 to extend a critical purchase agreement with Sabey Data Centers, sparking strong opinions on both economic development and environmental concerns.

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Butte-Silver Bow approves six-month extension for Sabey/Horizons purchase-and-sale after heated public debate
After hours of public comment and commissioner debate, the council voted 9-3 to grant a six-month extension of the purchase-and-sale agreement for 600 acres in the Montana Connections Business Park to Horizons Montana LLC (Sabey Data Centers) to allow the county’s ad hoc committee and Sabey time to address questions about water, power, jobs and title issues.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:13 AM