Elections in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
121 Montana meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most elections activity
- Missoula County, MT (27)
- Great Falls, MT (18)
- Anaconda, MT (13)
- Cascade County, MT (13)
- Missoula, MT (11)
- Granite County, MT (10)
- Bozeman, MT (8)
- Butte, MT (7)
- Sanders County, MT (3)
- Whitefish Public Schools, MT (3)
- Whitefish, MT (2)
- Columbia Falls, MT (2)
Latest matching meetings
Commissioners to review 2026 General Election ballot language for review study commission
The Granite County Commissioners will discuss and decide on several operational matters, including propane contracts and jail equipment. The body will also review ballot language for the 2026 General Election regarding a Local Government Review Study Commission's final report.
Commission to consider ballot measure for permanent ambulance service funding
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission will approve minutes from July meetings and authorize payment of pending claims. Commissioners will discuss several unfinished items, including a resolution to place an ambulance service levy question on the general election ballot, a clinical affiliate agreement with Montana…
Missoula County Parks Board to elect officers and nominate park stewards
The Parks and Trails Advisory Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, elect officers, and nominate individuals for the Park Steward program. The meeting will conclude with a tour of Marshall Mountain.
Commission discusses ambulance levies and economic development grants
The Commission will discuss a resolution to place an ambulance service levy on the general election ballot. Other discussion items include clinical affiliate agreements, public health preparedness task orders, and economic development grants.
Board will elect FY27 officers and approve June minutes
The Whitefish Community Library Board will consider unfinished business items, including approval of the June 10, 2026 meeting minutes, a review of edits to Policy 2028 Hot Spots, and updates on sprinkler heads and the library’s credit union account. The board will also elect officers for fiscal year 2027. No other…
Study Commission to finalize ballot language and report
The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will review and potentially approve ballot initiatives and language, finalize its report, and discuss voter education materials. A public hearing may be held. The meeting includes standard procedural items.
Commissioners to decide on employee salaries and courthouse roof contract
The Granite County Commissioners will meet to determine compensation and COLA for elected and non-union employees. The board will also consider a contract for a new courthouse roof and ballot language for the 2026 General Election.
Great Falls Transit District to elect officers and discuss budget
The Great Falls Transit District Board will convene to elect officers, review financial and ridership reports, and discuss a preliminary budget. The meeting will also cover the purchase of emergency radio equipment.
County commission to adopt interim operating budget for FY2027
The Cascade County Commission will hold a work session and public hearing to consider several items, including adopting a tentative interim operating budget for fiscal year 2027, cancelling delinquent taxes totaling $49,060.44, and appointing two applicants to the Gore Hill Fire Fee Service Area board. The board will…
Granite County commissioners discuss road, insurance, and election matters
The Granite County Board of Commissioners will review weekly reports, approve claims, and discuss a cyber insurance application and a task order for the immunization program. The board will also canvass for a primary election and interview road crew candidates.
Cascade County Board of County Canvassers to conduct 2026 Primary Election Canvass
The Board of County Canvassers will meet to conduct the 2026 Primary Election Canvass. The meeting includes a presentation by Elections Administrator Terry Thompson and a period for public comment.
Commissioners to certify 2026 primary election results
The Council of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct the official canvass of the 2026 Federal Primary Election, as required by state law. The meeting is called by the Chief Executive and the Clerk & Recorder requests approval of the canvass to meet statutory deadlines. No other business is scheduled.
Sanders County Board to canvass election and discuss administrative items
The Sanders County Board of Commissioners will conduct an election canvass and review administrative items including a Clean Lakes agreement, library board appointments, and airport agreements. A junk vehicle bid opening is canceled.
West Valley Community Council to elect officers on June 11
The council will hold nominations and elections for a chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. The meeting includes updates from Frenchtown fire, school, and senior services, as well as reports from Public Works and Commissioner Josh Slotnick.
Inter-Neighborhood Council to hold officer elections
The Inter-Neighborhood Council will vote on officer elections as an action item. A special presentation on the Engagement Framework will be given. The council will also hear updates from commission and city liaisons, and neighborhood representatives.
Council to elect officers for 2026-2027 term
The East Missoula Community Council will hold elections for officers for the term July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. The agenda also includes community announcements about a free Lions Club picnic on June 20 and an Ice Cream Social on June 28, and a note that a previously mentioned plant clinic has been cancelled. No other…
Election of officers and county updates highlight seeley lake council meeting
The Seeley Lake Community Council will hold its regular meeting with routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and election of officers. Speakers include Missoula County Commissioners for updates and resident input, along with updates from the Blackfoot Clearwater Neighborhood Watch, Seeley…
Neighborhood Council to hear candidate intro, mostly procedural
This meeting of the Great Falls Neighborhood Council District #1 is largely procedural, including approval of previous minutes and updates. The only substantive new business is a candidate introduction for Pam Carroll, HD 24, and a Council of Councils update. Public comment is permitted on non-agenda items.
Study Commission holds public hearing on proposed self-government powers
The Columbia Falls Local Government Study Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, to receive comments on its Final Report. The report recommends that voters amend the city's plan of government to adopt self-government powers under Montana law, which would provide the city with enhanced…
Public Works to present Stormwater Master Plan
The Council District #4 Neighborhood Council will meet to review the minutes from April 23, 2026. The meeting includes a presentation on the Stormwater Master Plan by Jesse Patton of Public Works and introductions for Senate District 11 candidate Valynda Holland.
Cascade County appoints members and considers contracts for 2026-2027.
The Cascade County Commission will appoint members to the Black Eagle Fire Fee Service Area, Great Falls Transit Board, and Tax Appeal Board. The board will also consider amendments to a grant contract and three election service contracts.
Study Commission to decide on commissioner pay, number, and ward proposal
The Bozeman Study Commission will consider unfinished business including a proposal for wards as a ballot sub-option, decisions on commissioner pay and the number of commissioners, and motions to resolve inconsistencies in the tentative amended charter. They will also review the draft Bozeman Charter. No minutes are…
Study Commission to vote on ballot initiatives
The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will continue discussion and hold a vote on ballot initiatives. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes.
Board receives criminal‑justice division and election updates
The Missoula County Board of Commissioners will hear updates from the BCC Chief Officers on the Criminal Justice Division, including organizational changes, program initiatives, and grant activity. An update on school and primary elections will also be presented. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda includes…
Study Commission discusses wards, districts, and elected mayor
The Study Commission will review several items regarding city governance structure. Discussion includes decisions on wards, districts, the elected mayor, and commissioner pay.
Lolo Council discusses zoning updates and public safety grant
The Lolo Community Council will review minutes and expenditures, and discuss updates to the Lolo Regional Plan and a proposed building permit exemption for storage structures. The council also received updates on a $700,000 federal grant for a Family Justice Center.
Board will discuss and recommend adoption of updated bylaws
The Tom Green Memorial Park Advisory Group will meet in person on May 12, 2026 at Pineview Park Pavilion. The agenda includes approval of the December 3, 2025 and April 14, 2026 meeting minutes, a public comment period, discussion and recommendation to adopt updated bylaws, election of officers, and follow‑up on…
Commissioners to decide on County Courthouse roof project bid
The Granite County Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, including the Flint Creek Dam and the County Courthouse roof. The board will also address health and safety conditions at Wagon Wheel Apartments and a mill levy election for the hospital district.
Great Falls Neighborhood Council meets May 12, 2026
The council will hear candidate introductions from Cascade County officials and a community update from the Great Falls Fire Department. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and opportunities for public comment.
Study Commission to discuss and vote on ballot initiatives
The Butte-Silver Bow Local Government Study Commission will discuss and vote on ballot initiatives. They will also approve meeting minutes from March 30, April 27, and May 4. Public comment is accepted on agenda items and other matters under the commission's jurisdiction.
Board to canvass Fort Shaw Irrigation District election
The Cascade County Board of County Canvassers will meet to canvass the Fort Shaw Irrigation District election. The Elections Administrator will present the canvass. Public comment is allowed on matters within the board's jurisdiction.
Neighborhood Council to vote on Little Shell property annexation motion
The council will vote on a motion from March regarding the annexation of Little Shell property. They will also receive updates on Calumet, park fundraising, and hear from local candidates and a tobacco prevention program.
Transportation Improvement Program amendment with new projects considered
The Policy Coordinating Committee will vote on Amendment #2 to the FFY 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program, adding several new projects including pavement preservation, bridge study, signal upgrades, and flush truck purchases. They will also elect a chair for 2026, following past practice of alternating…
Cascade County Commission to review contracts and resolutions
The Cascade County Commission will meet to review a treasurer report and previous meeting minutes. The body is scheduled to consider several resolutions and contracts, including the appointment of election judges.
Council to hear MDT administrator, candidate introductions
The Neighborhood Council District #4 meets to approve March minutes, hear from MDT District Administrator Jim Wingerter, and receive candidate introductions for SD11 and Cascade County Commission (sheriff candidate canceled). Other updates include a Pet Waste Station at Pinski Park, a Homebuyer’s Fair, and quarterly…
Commission considers $140,502 truck purchase and election site relocation
The Cascade County Commission is meeting to discuss several budget appropriations and service contracts. The body will review a purchase agreement for a new Freightliner truck and a resolution to move election operations to ExpoPark Exhibition Hall.
Study Commission to select firm for ballot education services
The Study Commission will discuss the promotion of a final public hearing on a tentative report scheduled for May 28. The body is also deciding on a firm to provide ballot education services.
Commission to elect new chair and vice-chair, review bylaw updates
The Historic Preservation Commission will elect a new chair and vice-chair, and receive a staff presentation on proposed bylaw updates. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.
Council will vote on allocating remaining checking account funds
The East Missoula Community Council will discuss and vote on how to allocate the remaining funds in its checking account, including which local nonprofit or organization will receive the donation. A decision on whether to close the bank account will be deferred to the May meeting. The council also announced that…
Board will discuss updated bylaws and elect new officers
The Tom Green Memorial Park Advisory Group will consider adopting revised bylaws and will hold elections for its officers. The meeting will also review past tree‑planting work and discuss plans for weed mitigation, social trail management, and the South foot bridge. All items are for discussion and recommendation to…