Government-Politics
By Grant Grager
Bike Season is Here!
With Summer officially upon us, it's bike season in Livingston! The City has placed bike racks on Main Street, at both Callender and Lewis Streets, for your bike parking convenience. Riders are encouraged to use these parking areas while visiting the downtown on two wheels.
And, with sidewalks getting more crowded, downtown bikers are encouraged to walk their bikes while on the sidewalks downtown. The City's paramedic teams are busy this time of year and we appreciate your help reducing the incidence of accidents and injuries on the sidewalks!
CANNONBALL!!!
The water is flowing. The Lifeguards are being trained. It's pool season again!
The City Pool opened for the season on June 9th. With two seasons until the Wellness Center opens, come on down and enjoy the City's outdoor pool while it lasts.
Tips for Reducing Outdoor Water Use
With the mercury rising this week, folks are likely to start watering lawns. Before you do so, the City urges everyone to take a moment to evaluate their outdoor water usage. Doing so will help ensure that the City's system can keep up with our needs this summer. A few easy steps you can take are:
- Check sprinkler system run times - At system start-up, check the programming to ensure that you are not over-saturating your lawn or watering hardscaped areas. Visual inspections after the first few watering cycles will make apparent any necessary changes. Remember, sidewalks and driveways don't need to be watered!
- Don't water in the sun - Watering landscapes overnight or when in the shade will help reduce water loss. So, be sure to set your start times when the grass is not in direct sunlight.
- Fix leaks - On the first few cycles, check your sprinkler system for broken sprinkler heads and damaged irrigation lines. A well-maintained system will save both money and water.
As a reminder, the City instituted a drought management plan in 2024. More information is available on the City's website to help ensure all residents have adequate water this summer.
Happening Around Town...
Question: I'm thinking about opening a business in Livingston. Is a license required?
Answer: Yes, the City of Livingston requires a license for most businesses operating in the City. The good news is that it is easy to get one and requires only a few easy steps:
- Fill out a Business License application.
- Submit the application to City Hall at 220 E Park St. or email it to ubilling@ livingstonmontana.org (No payment is required when submitting the application, only upon approval)
- Sit back and wait up to for approval; we'll contact you within two weeks.
Remember, business licenses come up for renewal every December.
Have questions you'd like us to answer in this section? Send them our way, and we'll include them in the next letter, which is posted on our website!
Get Ready for a Fun Summer in Livingston!
The City of Livingston's on-line summer program guide is found online at https://www.livingstonmontana.org/rec/page/community-summer-2025-programming-guide! From youth camps and sports leagues to community events and pool activities, there’s something for everyone. We’ll be updating it regularly, so be sure to bookmark the page and check back often to stay in the loop all summer long. Let’s make this summer one to remember!
Get Your Green Cans Ready
The City of Livingston’s annual Green Can Collection Program has begun! The program offers residents an eco-friendly way to dispose of yard waste each week with pickups on Tuesdays for homes south of Park Street and Thursdays for those north of Park Street. If you did not receive your sticker, please visit the Public Works office at 330 Bennett Street to receive a replacement. Residents can enroll by calling Public Works at 406-222-5667.