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The Missoula Redevelopment Agency (MRA) is a public agency created in 1978 that operates in accordance with state law to revitalize Missoula's Urban Renewal Districts. MRA partners with public and private entities to help improve economic vitality, create jobs and encourage investment in the Districts. MRA also invests in public improvements like parks, trails, streets and sidewalks.

Oversight of MRA is provided by a five-member Board of Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council.

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View MRA Records including agendas, minutes, supporting information, and more.

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency (MRA) fosters redevelopment and new development within Missoula’s Urban Renewal Districts by furthering the community goals and objectives identified in the Districts’ Urban Renewal Plans.

Authorized by State and local law, the MRA partners with public and private entities to help improve economic vitality, create jobs and encourage investment. MRA also participates in public improvements like parks, trails, streets and sidewalks.

Meetings are held virtually on Teams and in the Hal Fraser conference room, 140 W. Pine St, the third Thursday of each month at 12 p.m. in June, July and August (meeting dates may vary). Check the city web calendar or contact MRA at 406-552-6160.

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  • Being a city resident
  • Experience in finance, planning, and legal issues
  • Experience with property ownership affairs is useful
Ellen Buchanan, Director: 406-552-6160
Appointment is by the mayor and is subject to City Council confirmation.
Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs

Missoula City Resolution 3779

Montana Code Annotated 7.15.42 and 7.15.43.

Name Position Term Start Term End Status Appointed By
Brock, Melanie Regular Member 01 May 2023 30 Apr 2027 Active Mayer
Englund, Karl Chair 01 May 2024 30 Apr 2028 Active Mayor
Lawson, Jack Regular Member 18 Jul 2022 30 Apr 2026 Active Mayor
Nugent, Mike Non-voting Member 22 Apr 2024 31 Dec 2025 Active
Prinzing Jones, Natasha "Tasha" Regular Member 01 May 2021 30 Apr 2025 Active Mayor
Reineking, Ruth Regular Member 01 May 2022 30 Apr 2026 Active Mayor

Meetings