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Public commenters raise concerns about targeted impact districts and sheriff spending
Summary
During public comment, resident Travis Mateer warned that targeted impact/development districts can raise living costs and expressed skepticism over resource use and recent sheriff's office spending trends; commissioners welcomed the input and noted opportunities for follow-up.
During the public-comment portion of the hearing, Travis Mateer, a Missoula County resident, spoke against targeted impact (development) districts, which he said mirror city tools that can accelerate gentrification and raise cost of living.
"I think that's ultimately going to make the cost of living more expensive for everyone," Mateer said, and added he is "highly skeptical of how current resources are being used" in the Sheriff's Office, urging careful oversight to avoid expensive litigation tied to pay disputes in past cycles. Chair and staff thanked him for his comments; the board said there will be further opportunities for public input once revenue figures are certified.
