Montana Department of Commerce

The Montana Department of Commerce is now hiring for the below positions: Administrative Assistant - Housing MT Division Tourism Grant Supervisor Visitor Services Associate - Virginia City To apply, click the link below and search 'Commerce - 651' under organization. https://lnkd.in/gnxJUkf

📽️ LOCATION OF THE MONTH: Glastonbury Bomb Shelter and Bunker Available for filming, this 7,200-square-feet underground bunker with nine-feet ceilings offers a unique location for filmmakers wanting to create captivating stories that demand an incredibly unique set. Hidden beneath the rugged landscape near Pray, this Cold-War era shelter offers filmmakers a setting to enhance gripping narratives across many genres, including thrillers or adventure films - the possibilities are endless. In addition to this one-of-a-kind location, the property is surrounded by sweeping views of the stunning Paradise Valley. Filmmakers can capture vistas of the valley and mountains from the top of the property. Chico Hot Springs and Spa is less than a 30-minute drive from the bunker; a great place for cast and crew to relax on weekends. This location has been scouted for a few different feature films; for more photos, visit https://lnkd.in/ggR3UZUt. For more information, email the property owners at staystrangedesign@gmail.com. Contact Daniel Molloy with the Montana Department of Commerce Film Office at dan.molloy@mt.gov or 406-241-2880 for more information regarding filming locations in Montana. 📸: Glastonbury Bomb Shelter and Bunker #montanafilm #locationscouting #praymt

Big Horn County, Forsyth and Winnett will share more than $400,000 in grant funding allocated to them by the Montana Coal Board: ▫️ Big Horn County will receive $155,620.87 for boiler and fire systems replacements at the Big Horn County Library. ▫️ The City of Forsyth will receive $200,000 for construction of a new water tank and installation of a booster pump. ▫️ The Town of Winnett will receive $50,000 for the purchase of a new dump truck. The Montana Coal Board awards Coal Board Impact Grants to counties, communities, school districts, tribal governments or other governmental units to help them provide government services or facilities that are needed as a direct consequence of an increase or decrease in coal development, or in the consumption of coal by a coal-using energy complex. For example, last year, the City of Roundup received $100,000 of Coal Board funding to purchase a new backhoe. Sandra Jones, mayor of Roundup, said, “On behalf of the City of Roundup, we want to thank the Montana Coal Board for all the help they provide for projects in coal communities in the state.” The Board was created by the Legislature in 1975 and is administratively attached to our agency. For more information on this latest round of grants, visit https://lnkd.in/gEvR8cUa. 📸: City of Roundup #mtcoal #coalboardimpactgrants #bighorncountymt #forsythmt #winnettmt

Congratulations to the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, which will receive more than $113,000 of grant funding to develop local tourism opportunities. This grant funding is through our Regional Assistance Program and helps nonprofit tourism corporations and visitor bureaus develop rural and under-visited tourism opportunities, increase visitation and generate community revenue for the benefit of local economies. In 2023, the Montana Legislature directed our agency to establish RAP by enacting SB 540. RAP grant applications launch every two years. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/e3Yzxw_Q.  #montanatourism #rapgrant #sidneymt

🎬 We’re excited to announce 29 TV and film productions will share nearly $1.5 million in grant funding to shoot on-location productions in Montana, spending an estimated $11.3 million across the state while doing so, helping boost local economies. These grants are awarded through the Big Sky Film Grant Program at the @Montana Department of Commerce Film Office, funded by an allocation of the lodging facility use tax, or “bed tax.” In 2023, Senate Bill 540 of the 68th Montana Legislature revised laws related to state-funded tourism promotion to require a specific allocation of bed tax monies for Montana-based film grants. Kudos to our Film Office team members, who work hard year-round to promote Montana as a business destination for production companies to expand filming in our state, increase job opportunities, promote small business growth and promote tourism. For a list of productions included in today’s announcement, visit: https://lnkd.in/gTJBzNM4  #montanafilm #montanatourism #mtbiz

📣 Attention businesses and economic development groups: Our Opportunities in Rural Economies Program, aimed at fostering economic growth, supporting business expansion and creating high-paying jobs in our rural communities, is now accepting grant applications. The deadline to apply is midnight on May 2. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gKV_XWaA and contact Program Specialist Kathy Bartlett here at Commerce with any questions. #mtbiz #oreprogram

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The Montana Department of Commerce is now hiring for the below positions: Housing Choice Voucher Contract Officer Tourism Grant Supervisor Tourism System Support Specialist Visitor Services Associate - Virginia City To apply, click the link below and search 'Commerce - 651' under organization. https://lnkd.in/gnxJUkf

The Montana Board of Housing supports the development of accessible, safe and affordable homes across Montana by partnering with various housing organizations with the same goal. The board meets once each month to discuss current projects and how to meet its goals. Meetings are open to the public and begin at 8:30 a.m. Register for a Zoom invitation at Commerce’s Events and Meetings web page or join over phone by dialing 1-646-558-8656. #mthousing #communitydevelopment #affordablehousing

The Montana Department of Commerce is now hiring for the below positions: Housing Choice Voucher Contract Officer Tourism Grant Supervisor Tourism System Support Specialist Visitor Services Associate - Virginia City To apply, click the link below and search 'Commerce - 651' under organization. https://lnkd.in/gnxJUkf