Community honors Laura's leadership and welcomes Brandon at farewell event

The City of Missoula held a heartfelt meeting on July 15, 2025, to honor Laura, a beloved community leader, as she transitions from her formal role. Attendees expressed deep gratitude for her contributions, highlighting her intelligence, kindness, and leadership. The meeting emphasized the importance of fostering a community built on respect and inclusion, reflecting Laura's values.

Speakers shared personal anecdotes and posed light-hearted questions about life after her departure, illustrating the emotional impact of her leadership. The community's commitment to continuing her work was reaffirmed, with confidence in Brandon, her successor, to uphold these ideals.

The event also featured a musical performance by Dylan Running Crane, an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Nation, who sang a song about home and goodbyes, further enriching the celebration of Laura's legacy.

Overall, the meeting served as a poignant reminder of the collective effort needed to build a more inclusive community, while also celebrating the personal connections formed under Laura's guidance. The City of Missoula looks forward to embracing new challenges and opportunities as it moves forward.