City of Montpelier, Idaho

06/23/2026

Montpelier Police Department
Save the red, white and blue for the fireworks — not your rearview mirror. 🚔 Plan a sober ride this Fourth of July. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

06/21/2026

*update* owner located, thank you everyone.

We need help locating an owner to this dog. It was over on Hoover St. We need the owner. It is currently in the Custody of Montpelier Police Department.

06/18/2026

📢 ORDINANCE 691 ADOPTED BY MONTPELIER CITY COUNCIL

At last night's City Council meeting, Ordinance 691 was approved to address the proper use of water at the City RV Dump Station.

Under this ordinance, water provided at the RV dump station is intended solely for the filling, rinsing, flushing, and cleaning of recreational vehicle tanks, hoses, and related equipment during the wastewater disposal process. Water use must be directly connected to the immediate use of the RV dump station and may not be stored, transported, or used elsewhere.

🚫 Prohibited Uses Include:
• Filling tanks, containers, trailers, or other vessels for transport or off-site use
• Agricultural, livestock, irrigation, or commercial use
• Residential water supply or storage
• Any use not directly related to cleaning, rinsing, or filling RV waste systems while using the dump station
• Tampering with, bypassing, or modifying water fixtures or delivery systems

⚠️ Violations & Penalties:
• Violations are considered infractions.
• The base fine is $300 per offense.
• Each separate unauthorized use, and each day a violation continues, may be treated as a separate offense.
• The City may also seek restitution for the value of water taken, damages to City infrastructure, and any related costs.
• Enforcement may be carried out by law enforcement officers or other authorized City officials.

The City appreciates everyone's cooperation in helping protect and conserve our community's water resources while ensuring the RV dump station remains available for its intended purpose.

For questions regarding Ordinance 691, please contact Montpelier City Hall (208) 847-0824.

06/17/2026

Montpelier City Fire will be following Bear Lake County Fires lead on this matter and will be imposing the same fire restriction. Thank you for your understanding.

06/16/2026

05/26/2026

The legends and stories are true. Stanley has been out spreading the word about seat belts. Visiting schools and reminding kids how important wearing your seat belt is. It only takes a second to buckle up.

You can learn about Stanley and safe driving at:
https://shift-idaho.org/meet-stanley-idahos-safety-sasquatch/

🚓Montpelier Police Department continues to work with agencies statewide as we enter the 100 deadliest days of summer.
https://isp.idaho.gov/seatbelt-emphasis-highlights-importance-of-buckling-up-as-idaho-enters-100-deadliest-days/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Bear Lake County Sheriff's Office

05/22/2026

We all know seatbelts save lives so it's no wonder the Montpelier a police Department and Bear Lake County Sheriff's Office are so passionate about everyone wearing their seatbelts and stayin' alive.
Officers and Deputies are increasing patrols for seat belt violations.
If you are not sure about your child's car seat or how to buckle them up make an appointment at MPD or Bear Lake Sheriff's office to get a car seat inspection and make sure your kids are buckled up too.