Public Comment
The Town of Ennis values community engagement and encourages residents and stakeholders to participate in the public comment process. Public comments may be submitted in writing to Town Hall or by email prior to scheduled meetings, and must be received by the established deadline to be included in the official record. Comments may also be presented in person during designated public comment periods at meetings, where speakers are typically asked to provide their name and limit their remarks to a set time to ensure all voices have an opportunity to be heard. All submitted comments become part of the public record and help inform decisions made by the Town Commission.
Contact Info
Lisa Roberts
Mayor
328 W Main Street
Ennis, MT 59729
406-682-4287
ennismayor@ennismontana.org
Brennah Bench
Clerk
406-682-4287 ext. 2
bbench@ennismontana.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What options are available for submitting a public comment if I am unable to attend a meeting in person?
If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, you may submit your public comment by email to the Mayor, Clerk, or Town Commission and request that it be read aloud during the appropriate portion of the meeting.
What is the difference between public comment on agenda items and public comment on non-agenda items?
Public Comment (Agenda Items):
This portion of the meeting is for comments specifically related to items listed on the meeting agenda. If you want to provide input on a topic the governing body is scheduled to discuss or act on, this is the appropriate time to speak.
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items:
This is an opportunity to address the governing body about matters not listed on the agenda. While officials can listen and may respond briefly, they typically cannot take formal action on these items during that meeting due to public notice requirements.
In short, agenda item comments are tied to scheduled business, while non-agenda comments allow for general input on other concerns or topics.