Gateway to Glacier Park

City Of Columbia Falls
City Hall
130 6th St West

Columbia Falls, Montana 59912

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ANNUAL DRINKING WATER REPORT RELEASED:
Drinking Water Report 2011 CCR 5-14-2012

(Spring Newsletter Released) -SPRING 2012 NEWSLETTER (.pdf)

City of Columbia Falls Mission Statement:

The mission of the city of Columbia Falls is to foster a community that appeals to individuals, families, businesses and investors. Columbia Falls is a city that encourages individual rights and responsibilities, promotes aesthetics and recreation, and provides safety and security. By listening to its citizens and responding to their needs, by respecting diversity and differences of opinion, and by evaluating the status quo and practicing thoughtful planning, the city provides excellent value at reasonable cost.

Facts and Figures

Incorporated: 1909
Population: Per the 2010 Census = 4,688.

Acres: 912.3

Form of Government: Commission – Manager (Council – Manager)
Members are elected at large on a staggered 4 year term.

Regular City Council Meetings occur on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the Month

Number of City Employees – 31

City Department Heads

City Manager – Susan M. Nicosia, CPA, MPA
City Attorney – Justin Breck
Deputy City Attorney – Stephanie Breck
Police Chief – David Perry
Fire Chief – Rick Hagen
City Clerk/Treasurer - Todd Watkins
City Judge – Susan “Tina” Gordon
Building Inspector – Virgil Bench
Director of Public Works – Lorin Lowry

Learn more about the city departments here.