The Fallon County Planning Board announced on April 15 its agenda for the upcoming meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026. The session will begin at 6:30 p.m. and includes several key items such as roll call, approval of previous meeting minutes, planner updates, and discussions on regulations and fees.
The planning board’s work is important to the county’s efforts in promoting sustainable development, economic diversification, and improved quality of life for residents, according to the official website. The board will review BLR regulations and consider revisions or decisions regarding planning by-laws and fees during this session.
Desiree Thielen, serving as Planner & DES Coordinator, is expected to provide updates during the meeting. The agenda also notes that a mandatory future meeting is set for Tuesday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m., before adjourning.
Fallon County operates through a commission with Kevin Braun as chairman, Roy Rost as vice chairman, and Mandi Varner as a member according to the official website. The county emphasizes community planning to foster sustainable growth according to the official website.
Historically positioned in eastern Montana along the Milwaukee Railroad route according to the official website, Fallon County was formed in 1913 after separating from Custer County according to the official website. The arrival of the Milwaukee Railroad in 1908 led to increased settlement and development of businesses and institutions within Fallon County according to the official website.
