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Title Description Department Internal Webpage URL External URL File
Columbia Falls
  • 8:10 Leave Smiths Kalispell
  • 9:40 Arrive Super 1 Columbia Falls
  • 8:50 a.m. - 3:25 p.m. On-Demand Rides in Columbia Falls (Mon-Fri)
  • 3:30 Leave Super 1 in Columbia Falls
  • 4:00 Arrive Smiths Kalispell
Mountain Climber
Communicable Disease

Communicable diseases are transmitted from one person to another through a variety of ways including direct contact, contact with a bodily fluid or blood, or indirectly by a vector (i.e. tick or mosquito). The Communicable Disease Program works to prevent, identify, and limit the spread of these diseases.

Population Health
Web page about the Communicable Disease.
Complaint or Commendation

Customers, such as you, are valuable eyes and ears for our community and its Sheriff’s Office. We respect your input, both good and bad. Whenever you see Sheriff’s Office employee actions which you believe we should be aware of, please report those to us. The Sheriff’s Office does accept anonymous information, but we would prefer you provide us with your identity. Anonymous reports are investigated only to the extent which the information allows; which may not be satisfactory to you or the Office. We strive to complete complaint investigations promptly. When the investigation is completed, you will be notified of the outcome.

Sheriff’s Office
File about the Complaint or Commendation. Opens in a new tab.
Concealed Weapons Permit

Please note that to be eligible for a Flathead County Concealed Weapons Permit, you must first be a Montana resident for six (6) months and you must currently reside in Flathead County.

Office walk-ins are welcome for new and renewal applications on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am - 2 pm and by appointment on Wednesdays from 9 am - 3 pm.

Sheriff’s Office
External website about the Concealed Weapons Permit. Opens in a new tab.
CONNECT

CONNECT is a secure, web-based referral system for sending and receiving referrals that is HIPAA, FERPA, 42CFR, and IDEA compliant. The system is available at no cost to approved organizations that make client referrals. The goal of CONNECT is to reduce common barriers for external referrals and increase client uptake in services. The system closes the loop in care coordination.

Who can use the CONNECT referral system?

  • Social service agencies
  • Mental health providers
  • Senior services
  • Youth programs and activities
  • Legal services
  • Schools
  • Law enforcement
  • Faith-based organizations
  • Medical Providers
  • Agencies or organizations that provide services to families, adults, or children in the community
  • And more!
Population Health
Web page about the CONNECT.
Court-Ordered DNA Testing

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office provides court-ordered DNA testing on FRIDAYS ONLY from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. This is not for the purpose of determining paternity.

There is a $10.00 fee, payable by cash or local check. Photo I.D. is required, as is payment at the time of service. 

Sheriff’s Office
External website about the Court-Ordered DNA Testing. Opens in a new tab.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment

COVID-19 vaccines will be available by appointment on Tuesdays at the Flathead City-County Health Department.

Please fill this form out for each individual who is in need of an appointment.

Immunize
External website about the COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment. Opens in a new tab.
Creativebug

Creativebug.com has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Get unlimited access by creating an account today! Just enter your library card number and email address.

Library
External website about the Creativebug. Opens in a new tab.
Cybersecurity

Cyber security involves protecting information by preventing, detecting, and responding to attacks.

IT
Death Certificates
  • Certified copies of death certificates are available through this office for all Montana Counties from 2003.
  • Genealogy copies are available for Flathead County only.
  • A certified copy is $7.00 each, and may be obtained online or by mail.
  • Anyone requesting an informational or certified copy of a vital record must present a valid ID.
  • If additional assistance is needed, and you require a meeting with staff, please contact our offices to schedule an appointment.
Clerk & Recorder
Web page about the Death Certificates.
Dust Cost Share Program

The Dust Cost Share Program is set up to share cost of dust abatement with the county and residence on qualifying county roadways.

Road and Bridge
Web page about the Dust Cost Share Program.
Early Literacy Classes

Sing, dance, read, and explore in fun and interactive classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers that help prepare them for future learning success. Hands-on activities to follow storytime. Especially for children 0-5 and their grown-ups. Available in Bigfork, Columbia Falls, and Kalispell.

Library
External website about the Early Literacy Classes. Opens in a new tab.
Education

We’ll work with you to design a presentation to meet your particular needs. All presentations are free of charge!

Topics include:

  • Pregnancy prevention and birth control education
  • Sexually transmitted disease prevention and education
  • Dealing with sexual pressure
  • How and when to talk to your children about issues related to sexuality
  • How to encourage young people to make healthy decisions about their bodies and future
  • Puberty Education for boys and girls
Family Planning
Web page about the Education.
Election Information Lookup

Look up election information for properties in Flathead County.

GIS
External website about the Election Information Lookup. Opens in a new tab.
Employment Human Resources
Web page about the Employment.
EMS Accreditation Renewal Form

This link is to allow members of any Flathead County EMS, Fire or SAR agency to submit their information for renewal.

EMS
External website about the EMS Accreditation Renewal Form. Opens in a new tab.
EMS Program Manual

The current EMS protocols for Flathead County providers. These protocols are updated at various times and as such, care should be taken to ensure you are using the current version. 

EMS
External website about the EMS Program Manual. Opens in a new tab.
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
File about the Encroachment Permit. Opens in a new tab.
FCAS Volunteer

Volunteers are a vital part of FCAS. From socializing animals, encouraging positive training methods, grooming, or becoming a foster home and providing a safe haven to emotionally or medically compromised pets. Each of our volunteers becomes a member of our team on our mission to save the lives of homeless pets.

Please call (406) 752-1310 to ask about our volunteer opportunities and to schedule our next volunteer orientation.

Animal Shelter
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Page Last Updated: Dec 15, 2022