This directory lists services provided by Flathead County departments. Use it to find a service, see which department handles it, and go to the related webpage, external site, or form.
Tips for using this list:
- Search by service name, keyword, or department using the fields above the list.
- Select any column heading to sort the results.
- Results are shown across several pages — use the page numbers below the list to move between them.
- Some services link to a county webpage, some to an outside site, and some to a downloadable form.
If you are not sure which department provides a service, you can also browse the department directory.
| Title | Description | Department | Internal Webpage URL | External URL | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encroachment Permit |
An Encroachment Permit is needed to work on the county road or to work within the County right-of-way. |
Road and Bridge | |||
| Approach Permit |
An Approach Permit is needed for any new driveway or upgrades to an existing approach onto a county roadway. |
Road and Bridge | |||
| File a Complaint |
Click the link below to access the complaint form. This form can be emailed to our office, or a hard copy can be mailed or delivered in person. Please keep in mind that a signature is required on the form for response by our office. In addition, all forms submitted become public information. |
Weeds & Parks | External website about the File a Complaint. Opens in a new tab. | File about the File a Complaint. Opens in a new tab. | |
| Building Rental |
Rent a building in the fairgrounds |
Fairgrounds | Web page about the Building Rental. | ||
| Birth Certificates |
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Clerk & Recorder | Web page about the Birth Certificates. | ||
| Cybersecurity |
Cyber security involves protecting information by preventing, detecting, and responding to attacks. |
IT | |||
| Veteran Burial & Headstone Benefit |
Flathead County offers a burial and headstone allowance for a qualifying resident veteran — up to $500 toward burial and up to $100 toward a headstone. Submit the claim form, the veteran's death certificate, proof of service (DD214), and a paid funeral receipt to the Clerk & Recorder's office. |
Clerk & Recorder | Web page about the Veteran Burial & Headstone Benefit. | ||
| Request 911 Call Recordings |
Request copies of 911 call audio, dispatch communications, and related records maintained by the Flathead Emergency Communications Center. Some records may be restricted or require review before release. |
FECC | |||
| Register a Teacher Certificate |
Register your original Montana teacher certificate with the Flathead County Superintendent of Schools. |
Superintendent of Schools | |||
| Teacher Fingerprinting & Background Checks |
Schedule fingerprinting and background checks for school district teachers, employees, substitutes, volunteers, and bus drivers. |
Superintendent of Schools | |||
| Free Naloxone Kits |
Naloxone, also known as Narcan, can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose. Free naloxone kits are available to community members at no cost. |
Health Administration | |||
| Mosquito Control Education Presentations |
Request a mosquito control presentation for a K–12 school class or civic organization in Flathead County. |
Environmental Health | |||
| Mosquito Control Map |
View mosquito control information and mosquito program activity areas within Flathead County. |
Environmental Health | External website about the Mosquito Control Map. Opens in a new tab. | ||
| Mosquito Control Treatment Opt-Out |
<p>Property owners may request to opt out of adult mosquito control treatments on their property.</p> |
Environmental Health | External website about the Mosquito Control Treatment Opt-Out. Opens in a new tab. | ||
| Opt-Out |
Report standing water or possible mosquito breeding areas for evaluation by Flathead County Mosquito Control staff. |
Environmental Health | |||
| Emergency Notifications |
Sign up to receive Flathead County emergency alerts by text, phone, or email during wildfires, evacuations, severe weather, and other public safety events. |
Office of Emergency Services | Web page about the Emergency Notifications. | External website about the Emergency Notifications. Opens in a new tab. | |
| Trap-Neuter-Return |
Access no-cost spay/neuter, vaccination, parasite prevention, microchipping, and ear tipping for eligible outdoor feral cats. |
Animal Shelter | Web page about the Trap-Neuter-Return. | ||
| Electronic Tax Reminders |
Sign up to receive tax reminder notifications from Flathead County. This service helps you stay informed about upcoming due dates for property taxes, mobile homes, and personal property so you can avoid penalties and late payments. Reminders are provided as a courtesy and do not replace your responsibility to pay taxes on time. |
Tax | Web page about the Electronic Tax Reminders. | ||
| Volunteer Registration |
Apply to volunteer at the Animal Shelter and support animal care and enrichment programs. |
Animal Shelter | Web page about the Volunteer Registration. | ||
| Foster a Pet |
Apply to provide temporary foster care for animals in need outside the shelter environment. |
Animal Shelter | Web page about the Foster a Pet. |