…And we’re off to a new year! In 2026, Helena looks forward to another ground breaking year of steady, responsible growth. Under the leadership of outgoing Mayor Wilmot Collins and retiring City Manager, Tim Burton, City Commissioners adopted the “Helena Forward” growth policy in November that provides a roadmap for development, transportation, housing and community services over the next 20 years. Incoming Mayor Emily Dean and new City Manager, Alana Lake, will now work with City Staff and Commissioners, Helena residents, community leaders, local service agencies and private partners to prioritize policy goals outlined in the plan. The Adopted Land Use Plan can be read online at helenamt.gov by Googling “Helena Forward Land Use Plan – City of Helena, MT.” Mountain View Meadows will continue to play a key role in housing development in Helena providing a diverse range of housing products from single-level condos and quality-built homes on small to medium-sized lots to move-up homes and executive homes on large lots -- all with the convenience and reliability of Helena city services. As Mountain View Meadows continues to grow, so do activities at the Mountain View Meadows Information Center at 431 S. Alice Street. Having outgrown its current location, Mountain View Meadows is proud to announce that ground has broken for its new office building adjacent to Blue Cross Blue Shield. The new R & R Building, named after Mountain View Meadows CEO, Mark Runkle and his wife, Director of Design, Rebecca Ryland, is designed to house four distinct business condos. Weatherall Builders has tentatively staked a claim on one of the condos with the owners of the other two units yet to be determined. It’s a great start to the new year for both the City of Helena and Mountain View Meadows. Another ground-breaking year with a vision for the continued and future success and well-being of a vibrant community.