Comment on the draft PROST 2040 Master Plan

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We're pleased to announce that the final draft of Missoula's Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) 2040 Master Plan is now available for public review and comment. The PROST 2040 Master Plan represents the culmination of our 20-month planning process featuring extensive community engagement.

This comprehensive plan establishes our community's vision for parks and recreation services and facilities for the next 15 years, serving as our roadmap for future investments and priorities. Your input is essential to its success.

Share Your Feedback: Public Comment and Engagement Opportunities

We're offering three ways to provide input on the draft Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) 2040 Master Plan.

Important note about the Future PROST System map on page 6.5: The map is for illustrative purposes only and shows general areas where new parklands could address gaps in service identified by the PROST. The specific locations and sizes of the parks are not detailed. The City obtains parklands through different methods, including direct purchases, easements, donations, and occasionally through larger subdivisions.

Option 1: Quick Review and Feedback

Option 2: Detailed Review - Comment directly on the plan document

Option 3: Open House, Listening Sessions, Public Meetings

PROST Open House: Monday, May 19
4-7 p.m. at Goodworks Place, 129 W. Alder St. Help shape the future of Missoula’s parks and recreation system. Attendees can speak with staff, ask questions, and share feedback on key initiatives like all-season recreation, hybrid parks, river corridor management, and expanded community access. The event includes family-friendly activities and refreshments. Family-friendly activities and refreshments provided.

Drop-in PROST Open Houses Currents Aquatic Center, 600 Cregg in McCormick Park, Headwaters Conference Room

  • Saturday, May 17, 1-2:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 22, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Monday, June 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
City Chats in the Park
  • Thursday, May 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Kiwanis Park
  • Tuesday, June 3, 4:30-6:30 p.m., McLeod Park*
Neighborhood Meetings
  • Rose Park Neighborhood – Sunday, May 18, 3-5 p.m., Memorial Rose Garden Park 

  • Captain John Mullan Neighborhood – Thursday, May 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m., 44 Ranch Park

Public Hearings
  • Missoula Consolidated Planning Board (also referred to as the Planning Commission) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Missoula County Courthouse, Sophie Moiese Conference Room, located at 200 W. Broadway.
  • Missoula City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider adoption of the PROST 2040 Master Plan, as an issue plan amendment to the Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan, on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 140 W Pine Street.


Need assistance? Contact Haley Erickson 48+ hours before events for accommodations. Email Haley or phone 406-552-6238.

  • Printed copies: Currents Aquatic Center (600 Cregg Ln). Questions? Contact Ashley Brittner-Wells via email or phone 406-552-6221.
  • *Comments deadline: June 3, 12 p.m. for inclusion in adoption draft. Later comments will be forwarded to Planning Board and City Council.

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PROST Adoption Process Timeline





To head back to the main PROST page please click here.

We're pleased to announce that the final draft of Missoula's Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) 2040 Master Plan is now available for public review and comment. The PROST 2040 Master Plan represents the culmination of our 20-month planning process featuring extensive community engagement.

This comprehensive plan establishes our community's vision for parks and recreation services and facilities for the next 15 years, serving as our roadmap for future investments and priorities. Your input is essential to its success.

Share Your Feedback: Public Comment and Engagement Opportunities

We're offering three ways to provide input on the draft Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) 2040 Master Plan.

Important note about the Future PROST System map on page 6.5: The map is for illustrative purposes only and shows general areas where new parklands could address gaps in service identified by the PROST. The specific locations and sizes of the parks are not detailed. The City obtains parklands through different methods, including direct purchases, easements, donations, and occasionally through larger subdivisions.

Option 1: Quick Review and Feedback

Option 2: Detailed Review - Comment directly on the plan document

Option 3: Open House, Listening Sessions, Public Meetings

PROST Open House: Monday, May 19
4-7 p.m. at Goodworks Place, 129 W. Alder St. Help shape the future of Missoula’s parks and recreation system. Attendees can speak with staff, ask questions, and share feedback on key initiatives like all-season recreation, hybrid parks, river corridor management, and expanded community access. The event includes family-friendly activities and refreshments. Family-friendly activities and refreshments provided.

Drop-in PROST Open Houses Currents Aquatic Center, 600 Cregg in McCormick Park, Headwaters Conference Room

  • Saturday, May 17, 1-2:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 22, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Monday, June 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
City Chats in the Park
  • Thursday, May 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Kiwanis Park
  • Tuesday, June 3, 4:30-6:30 p.m., McLeod Park*
Neighborhood Meetings
  • Rose Park Neighborhood – Sunday, May 18, 3-5 p.m., Memorial Rose Garden Park 

  • Captain John Mullan Neighborhood – Thursday, May 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m., 44 Ranch Park

Public Hearings
  • Missoula Consolidated Planning Board (also referred to as the Planning Commission) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Missoula County Courthouse, Sophie Moiese Conference Room, located at 200 W. Broadway.
  • Missoula City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider adoption of the PROST 2040 Master Plan, as an issue plan amendment to the Our Missoula 2045 Land Use Plan, on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 140 W Pine Street.


Need assistance? Contact Haley Erickson 48+ hours before events for accommodations. Email Haley or phone 406-552-6238.

  • Printed copies: Currents Aquatic Center (600 Cregg Ln). Questions? Contact Ashley Brittner-Wells via email or phone 406-552-6221.
  • *Comments deadline: June 3, 12 p.m. for inclusion in adoption draft. Later comments will be forwarded to Planning Board and City Council.

How to use Community Docs:

  • To use Community Docs, you must first sign up for a free account or log in with your email as a password. This takes only a minute and allows for better comment tracking and avoiding spam.
  • After logging in, you can click anywhere to leave a comment, ask a question, or leave any other feedback. The comments automatically save, but you can go back and edit if needed.

PROST Adoption Process Timeline





  • June 13, 2024: Missoula Senior Center Mobile Listening Session

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    Thursday, June 13, 2024

    Missoula Senior Center 705 S Higgins Ave Missoula, MT 59801

    11:00 am-1:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • June 12, 2024: Missoula Senior Center Mobile Listening Session

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    Wednesday, June 12, 2024

    Missoula Senior Center 705 S Higgins Ave Missoula, MT 59801

    11:00 am-1:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • June 5, 2024: Missoula Parks and Recreation Summer Camps Kickoff Party Mobile Listening Session

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    Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    McCormick Park: 600 Cregg Lane

    5:00-7:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • June 4, 2024: City Chats in the Park Redfern Mobile Listening Session

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    Tuesday, June 4, 2024

    Redfern Park: Chesapeake Way, 59808

    5:00-7:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • May 16, 2024: Riverfront Neighborhood Meeting Mobile Listening Session

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    Tuesday, May 21, 2024

    Willard School Cafeteria

    5:00-7:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • May 15, 2024: City Chats in the Park (44 Ranch) Mobile Listening Session

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    Wednesday, May 15, 2024

    44 Ranch: 2503 Riata Rd

    5:00-7:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • May 5, 2024: Hmong Community Event Mobile Listening Session

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    Sunday, May 5, 2024

    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

  • May 1, 2024: Community Working Group #3

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    Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

    5:00 p.m.-.7:45 p.m.

    Missoula Public Library Cooper Room A (4th floor), 455 E. Main St.

    City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Staff will facilitate the first Community Working Group meeting where they covered what is a Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Plan, what is the process, what will be included in the plan, and an interactive activity where members were asked what the greatest challenges and opportunities are facing Missoula Parks and Recreation.

  • Indigenize Parks and Recreation Workshops

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    Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan Community Workshops

    April 3 or April 10, 6 - 7:30 pm, All Nations Youth Center, 1519 S. Russell.

    Join local Indigenous Creative Dre Castillo in a conversation with Indigenous community members to help the City shape policies and priorities for parks, recreation, open space and trails. Missoula Parks and Recreation is planning its future—let's ensure Indigenous voices are centered in that plan. Open to all ages, dinner provided! Pre-register online to be entered into a drawing for Missoula Downtown Association gift cards or Currents swim passes! Or, just show up.

    In addition to the workshop, remember to take the PROST Community Survey through May 31 for a chance to win one of four $50 Missoula Downtown Association gift cards. Learn more about the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan at www.missoulaparks.org/prost.


  • April 27, 2024: University Neighborhood Clean-Up Day Mobile Listening Session

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    Saturday, April 27, 2024

    Bonner Park: 1600 Ronald Ave

    1:00-3:30 pm

    Meeting people where they are at is the goal and purpose of this mobile listening sessions. The PROST Community Working Group and Missoula Parks and Recreation staff is gaining feedback on parks, trails, open space, and recreation programming. Staff will be available with information, resources, and to answer to your questions. You'll have the opportunity to dive into the plan's details and share your invaluable ideas for the future. Let's come together and shape the future of parks and recreation in Missoula – your input matters!

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