FAQs
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Cascade County Clerk of District Court, (406) 454-6780, located in the Cascade County Courthouse at 415 2nd Avenue North, Room 200, Great Falls, MT 59401.
The Councils meet once a month at various locations throughout the City. Please refer to the "OUR COUNCILS" page and check each Council for location, date, time and location of the meeting. Meetings are also posted on the Neighborhood Councils Meeting Calendar.
The water meter will not be replaced unless there are issues with the meter. The MXU is only a component in the meter box.
♦ Yes - pick your spot - after getting your license. For more information about hunting and fishing licenses see State of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for more information.
Criminal records must be requested through the State of Montana; call (406) 444-3625.
To find your council location, visit the interactive map. Enter your address into the search bar for the specific area view and click on the map to see the council number. The map is at the bottom of the “Our Councils” page.
Once a complete plan has been submitted and special issues have been addressed (i.e., variances, special reviews, subdivisions, etc.), the initial review takes:
Residential (single-family and duplex): 5-10 working days
Commercial: 30 business days
The City selected the location of the new Recreation Center based on several factors. These included, but were not limited to, size of property, availability, cost, building conditions, and ability for future expansion. The location was acceptable to both the City and MAFB.
The City Attorney's Office can assist victims and other witnesses with questions regarding procedures throughout the trial process, please call 455-8441 for questions. Please note that the City cannot represent individuals in obtaining an Order of Protection; thus victims should also speak with Victim Witness Assistance Services located at 401 Third Avenue North, Great Falls, Montana. Victim Witness will assist in the process of obtaining an Order of Protection and can answer any additional questions regarding the trial processes. The City Prosecution Staff will contact you before trial regarding matters of testimony and trial.
View the current Board and Commission openings. Board openings occur throughout the year. In order to receive an appointment, the City Commission needs to know you are interested. One of the ways to let them know is to download, complete and submit a "Citizen Interest Form" to the City Manager's office. You can apply for one board specifically and all the boards generally. All applications are kept on file for one year unless you ask staff to renew your application. There are also many volunteer opportunities with the City of Great Falls.
No. A pet that is registered is required to either wear a collar and tag or have a microchip implant. However, it is always a good idea to have your pet wear a collar and tag that identifies his owner. Animal Control Officers may not be the ones who find your lost pet. If your pet is wearing a tag and collar bearing your name and contact information, your pet is going to be back home sooner.
Yes, the City targeted a solar-ready facility that utilizes low flow fixtures, LED lighting, high efficiency HVAC systems and increased insulation and glazing that are all aimed to reduce the operational expenses for the City. The facility will exceed Energy Code and utilize multiple advanced technologies that recapture normally wasted heat for the purpose of heating the facility, thus avoiding additional carbon footprint.
The City enlisted the expertise of an Energy Modeling consultant to help guide the design team towards employing the most energy conscience systems feasible, while still balancing the project budget. The City is also employing many LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) principals and will strive to meet the State of Montana High Performance Building Standards even though these are not required to be followed.
If you have other questions or concerns, contact the Utility division at 406-727-8045.
Cascade County Clerk of District Court, (406) 454-6780, located in the Cascade County Courthouse at 415 2nd Avenue North, Room 200, Great Falls, MT 59401.
Some of the reasons a separate permit may be required are:
- By law, most electrical and plumbing permits can only be issued to licensed electricians and licensed plumbers.
- Certain permits are requested before the primary permit is ready (e.g., temporary use permits).
- Some projects are divided among different contractors, each with responsibility for only certain aspects of the job.
- Work in the right-of-way requires a licensed and bonded contractor.
- Certain permits are administered by different City departments.
Social Security Administration Office, (877) 583-4114, located at 2008 23rd Street South, Great Falls, MT 59401.
This is done through the mail, to the State of Montana, Motor Vehicle Division. P.O. Box 201430, Helena, MT 59620-1430. You must enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope and a processing fee.
♦201' making the Roe the shortest river in the world. The Roe River is located at Giant Springs State Park.
First, please call the number listed on your subpoena to verify you are still expected to testify, as court appearances are often rescheduled for various reasons. If the matter is still proceeding, please come to the Civic Center, #2 Park Drive South, enter through the Southeast doors and check in at the Municipal Court window in the basement of the Civic Center.
Yes. Registrations for animals, like cars, are not transferable.
The City's automated phone system at 406-771-1180 provides menu options that will help direct you to the appropriate individual, service or department.
This system automatically connects all incoming calls to the exact extension desired. However, callers can bypass the automated system at anytime, by direct dialing a department or individual. Click on staff directory for a full listing of phone numbers.
The new Recreation Center is owned by the City of Great Falls and the Park and Recreation Department oversees daily operations.
Plans are reviewed by the type of project and in the order in which they are received. Expediting a permit would necessitate delaying another permit. There are seldom instances where each applicant is not in a hurry. The best way to expedite your permit is to submit a quality set of plans with complete and detailed information.
