Annexation hearing set for Thursday

A public hearing on the city’s proposal to consider the annexation of property west of city limits is scheduled for Thursday night at 7 in Havre City Hall.

Members of the public are invited to share thoughts and concerns about the proposal with members of the Havre City Council, the mayor and other city officials.

Council members unanimously approved a resolution of intent at their Sept. 19 meeting to schedule the hearing for Oct 20. State law requires such a hearing take place before properties can be annexed.

The resolution also required the city clerk and finance director to mail notices of...