Welcome to Lewis and Clark County, Montana!
Lewis and Clark County, Montana is located in the southwestern part of the state. The county has a land area of approximately 3,513 square miles and a population of approximately 59,302. The state capital and county seat is Helena.
Many of the County’s offices are located in the historic 1904 Federal Building, now the City-County Building. This building has been a popular postcard subject over the past century, and was even pictured on souvenir china.
Established as a commission form of government in 1915, the county government is comprised of a three-member commission, each elected to staggered six-year terms. The current Commissioners are Andy Hunthausen (Chairman), Mike Murray and Derek Brown. There are seven elected county officials that serve four-year terms.
The county’s favorable economic environment provides steady commercial and residential development in Helena and surrounding areas.
Whether you like to hike, fish, sail, or hunt, many of these recreational activities are easily attainable the moment you step out your front door!
Mission Statement
The mission of Lewis and Clark County is to maintain and enhance public health, safety, and welfare for the citizens of the county with responsible management of public resources and full public participation and disclosure.
County News and Information
Notice of 30-day protest period on creation of a planning and zoning district boundary
Updated 4-20-09
Notice of 30-day protest period on creation of a planning and zoning district boundary to be known as Special Zoning District No. 47 (Spokane Creek Road Planning and Zoning District). For more information, click here
Lewis and Clark County Spelling Bee March 7, 2009
Updated 3/13/09
1st Place: Bella DeLong, 8th grade, Helena Middle School
2nd Place: Luke Carlson, 7th grade, CR Anderson Middle School
3rd Place: Andy Turner, 6th grade, CR Anderson Middle School
Honey of a Bee
Foothills Estate Subdivision Management Plan
Updated 2/25/09
The Foothills Estate Subdivision Management Plan for confinement and the utilization of the forage areas for limited exercise can be accessed here
Updated 2-19-09
Commissioners are considering if the petitions meet the provisions and determining the district boundaries prior to calling for a vote of the people within the proposed Districts. Additional information can be found here
Newly Revised County Website
Updated 1-16-09
The Lewis and Clark County website is still being revised.
Please send all questions and comments to Webdeveloper@co.lewis-clark.mt.us
Updated 1-6-09
The regional mapping site will allow visitors to view layers for Teton, Cascade, Meagher, Broadwater, Jefferson, Powell, and Lewis and Clark Counties.
Please visit the following website: (www.helenamontanamaps.org)
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