The Big Sky Resort Area District is a special purpose district existing as a local government in Big Sky, Montana.
Annual Grant Cycle
Public dollars are invested back into Big Sky through the Annual Grant Cycle. Guided by a transparent, community-driven process, Resort Tax funds are allocated to programs, services, and projects that support our community.
Community Week 2025
Community Week is a week-long celebration where we come together as a community to connect with neighbors, collaborate with partners and create what’s next for Big Sky.
The Impact of Resort Tax
As stewards of public funds, BSRAD is committed to allocating Resort Tax collections to key community priorities. See how these investments are being turned into long-term impact.
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Revised Ordinance 98-01 Goes Into Effect
Ordinance 98-01 is in effect as of December 13, 2025 The revised Ordinance 98-01 — which defines BSRAD’s authority and outlines business registration and Resort Tax collection requirements — goes into effect on December 13, 2025. The updates make registration and tax...
Final Governance Study Report Now Available
At a public meeting on November 17, the Big Sky Governance Study team presented the final results of an 18-month effort to analyze how Big Sky functions today and outline how alternative governance models could operate. The study does not make recommendations;...
BOND OFFERING – 1% Resort Tax Cold Smoke Project
As part of advancing the voter-approved Cold Smoke workforce housing project, BSRAD is moving forward with its 1% Resort Tax Bond Offering. Backed by a strong insurance rating that supports favorable terms and broad investor confidence, these long-term, tax-advantaged...
FY26 Microgrant Funds Fully Awarded
Microgrant applications are now closed for the fiscal year BSRAD’s Microgrant Program provides flexible funding for smaller projects outside of the annual grant cycle. Application requests for projects up to $25,000 are reviewed during regular Board meetings...