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Missoula Current
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![Survey: More see Missoula’s transportation system in decline](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/10/Traffic-transportation.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Survey: More see Missoula’s transportation system in decline
A transportation survey sponsored by Missoula's Metropolitan Planning Organization found that a growing number of people see the city's transportation system in decline – a response that took some members by surprise.
![Final approval given to W. Broadway roundabout; design pending](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/05/attachment-traffic1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Final approval given to W. Broadway roundabout; design pending
Plans to design and construct a roundabout on West Broadway won official approval from the Missoula City Council on Monday, though some expressed reluctance in not having seen a specific design.
![Viewpoint: Right to Contraception Act keeps politicians from exam rooms](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/06/attachment-health-care-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Right to Contraception Act keeps politicians from exam rooms
Dr. Timothy Mitchell writes, "As a maternal-fetal medicine physician, I work to ensure the health and well-being of expectant mothers and their unborn children. I see firsthand how comprehensive reproductive health care, including contraception, is essential for the well-being of families and communities."
![Missoula City Council officially approves split of City Attorney’s Office](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/05/attachment-City-Attorney.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula City Council officially approves split of City Attorney’s Office
The Missoula City Council on Monday night made good on the mayor's request to divide the City Attorney's Office into two offices focused uniquely on prosecution and civil services.
![Viewpoint: Gianforte and our undefended northern boarder](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/11/border-patrol-northern-scaled.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Gianforte and our undefended northern boarder
Jerome Walker writes "I was outraged to learn that Governor Gianforte recently sent Montana National Guard troops to Texas to defend our southern border. Does he plan to leave our northern border unprotected?"
![FWP puts fisheries chief on administrative leave](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2020/06/trout-river-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
FWP puts fisheries chief on administrative leave
Eileen Rice was a proponent of research and native fisheries but she also supported Montana’s anglers in preserving their favorite fishing spots and species.
![Missoula County may change distribution of alcohol tax funds](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/02/drinks-liquor.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula County may change distribution of alcohol tax funds
Citing an administrative burden and a cumbersome scoring system, Missoula County may change how it distributes funding from Montana's alcohol tax to local providers who offer treatment and prevention services.
![Community medical names new chief nurse, operations officer](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2020/10/community-health-care.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Community medical names new chief nurse, operations officer
Community Medical Center filled two leadership positions last week, including a chief nursing officer and a chief operating officer.
![Montana among states looking to curb maternal deaths](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2020/10/Health-Care.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Montana among states looking to curb maternal deaths
In Montana, rates of maternal depression before, during, and after pregnancy are higher than the national average.
![Mayor Davis: Vote fire levy to save lives, insurance money](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/11/attachment-Davis1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mayor Davis: Vote fire levy to save lives, insurance money
Mayor Andrea Davis writes, "The safety of our residents is paramount. Despite the challenges posed by the Montana property tax environment, we cannot afford to delay this much-needed investment."