Are you new to Missoula County? Whether you’re moving back or a new arrival, here’s a checklist for new residents:
Update voter registration or register to vote
Visit myvoterpagemt.com and contact the Elections Office if you need additional help.
Update driver’s license information, or apply for a driver's license
Missoula County does not issue driver’s licenses. Please visit the Montana Motor Vehicle Division office, located at 2681 Palmer St, Suite A in Missoula.
Sign up for emergency alerts
Missoula County is no stranger to natural disasters like floods and wildfires. Help our Office of Emergency Management alert you to potential dangers in your neighborhood by signing up for Smart911. It’s free!
Meet your elected officials
Missoula County has 11 elected officials who represent residents. Click here to see their bios and learn about what they do.
Sign up for the Missoula County Weekly newsletter
We send out a weekly newsletter about what the county departments are up to, recent news, upcoming events and so much more. Sign up by clicking here and get the latest on County happenings right to your inbox each week.
Update your car title, or title your car for the first time
Missoula County registers and titles cars on behalf of the state of Montana. Stop by the Clerk & Recorder’s office in the Missoula County Courthouse (200 W. Broadway) to get started. Make sure to join the queue before you leave the house to save some time!
License your pet (or adopt one!)
Paying an annual license for your dog(s) helps them get home safe if they get lost while also supporting the great work of our Animal Control department. Click here to learn more about licensing your pet.
Don’t have a furry friend? Check out adoptable animals from Missoula County Animal Services
Get a library card
It’s free! The Missoula Public Library is an incredible resource to our communities. The main branch was voted best new public library in 2022. There are branches in Frenchtown, Lolo, Potomac, Seeley Lake and Swan Valley. Click here to learn more and get a library card.
Learn about your community council
Do you live in a rural area of the county? There’s likely a community council near you that meets monthly to discuss important issues in your neighborhood. Click here to find out when your community council meets.
Learn about local projects
Create an account on missoulacountyvoice.com, the County's public engagement platform for projects like subdivisions, surveys and so much more.