Commissioners

About the Office

The Chouteau County Commissioners’ office is located on the first floor of the Chouteau County Courthouse. The Commissioners are in the office every …..

Each Chouteau County Commissioner is elected to serve a six year term. Elections are held every two years, ensuring board continuity. There are three Commissioner Districts in Chouteau County. Commissioners must live in the District they are elected to represent.

Duties

The Commissioners are responsible for exercising the County’s administrative, executive, and legislative powers as outlined in the Montana State Constitution and state statutes. This includes appointment of department heads and members of supervisory boards and committees.

The Commission supervises the administration of County government; approves the County budget; levies taxes; issues bonds; investigates claims against the County; administers subdivision review and approval; and supervises road construction and maintenance.

The Commissioners set policy for County government, represent the County, maintain County property, invest County funds, and authorize and sign all contracts obligating the County.