Federations

Introduction

Montana is divided up into six regions. Libraries within those regions have formed a federation. It's a formal and informal way to network and improve library services in Montana. Browse the Federation Notebook for additional information.

The six federations are:

Funding

Federations receive funding through the Coal Severance Tax monies that the state receives. This money is divided amongst federations using a formula that is based upon population and evenly dividing the funding. ARM 10.102.5102 gives the specific formula.

FY 23 Federation Expense Dashboard

Expenses

Submit Federation expenses in LibPas

Map of Montana Federations