AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMontana Business & Economy: State Land Revenue for Schools: Montana State Auditor James Brown and Land Board colleagues approved $229,130 in new trust-land revenue for schools, including $210,225 from timber sales and $18,905 from easements. Local Infrastructure & Costs: Broadband Buildout: Fiber installation in the Helena area is expanding high-speed access, but some residents report cut utility lines, damaged property, and months-long service disruptions. Transportation & Growth: Great Falls Interchange Overhaul: MDT plans major changes to the I-15 Gore Hill Interchange (overpass replacement, added lane, and roundabouts), with construction targeted for 2027. Real Estate & Repurposing: Old Laurel High School Sold: The former Laurel Public Schools administration building and original high school were sold to a Butte developer for $150,300, with district leaders citing maintenance savings. Community & Consumer Pressure: Gas Prices Squeeze: A report says Montana has seen the biggest gas-price increase in the U.S. since the Iran conflict began, adding to summer travel strain. Business Climate & Policy: Campaign Finance Push: Montana and Hawaii are advancing laws aimed at limiting corporate influence in elections and ballot measures.
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