Join the Coordinating Council of Big Sky for an evening of conversation with local candidates who may help shape our community’s future. You’ll hear directly from those running for local office in the May 2026 School and Special Purpose District election.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 21
🕖 Time: 5:00 Meet and Greet; 5:30 Forum
🏛️ Venue: Warren Miller Performing Arts Center
Live streaming courtesy of Outlaw Partners. Tune into Explore Big Sky Live on YouTube.
Candidates and representatives from the following have been invited:
DISTRICT: Big Sky Resort Area District (2 seats)
Laynee Jones
Michelle Kendziorski
Taylor Kissel
DISTRICT: Big Sky School District (1 seat)
Matthew Dodd
Jonathan B. Gans
PROPOSED DISTRICT: Gallatin County Big Sky Hospital/Wellness District (3 seats)
Marilyn Flint
Katie Grice
Laura Seyfang
Sally Stilwill
PROPOSED DISTRICT: Madison County Big Sky Hospital District (3 seats) – ACCLAIMED
Paula Cleary
Heather Morris
Mike Rowe
DISTRICT: Big Sky Water & Sewer District (2 seats) – ACCLAIMED
Peter Manka
Al Malinowski
DISTRICT: Big Sky Fire Department (1 seat) – ACCLAIMED
Robert Callan
DISTRICT: Ennis School District No. 52 (1 seat)
Laura Blake
Heather Hale
BALLOT ISSUE: Creation of Big Sky Hospital/Wellness District
Be sure to attend this educational evening to help you make informed decisions on your ballot.
May 5 – School and Special Purpose District Election Information
The School and Special Purpose District Election is a mail-in election, meaning that there will be no polling places open on Election Day. You must be registered in order to receive a ballot. Ballot content will vary depending on your jurisdiction. Regular registration closes April 6. After that date, registration must be in person at your county elections office. Registration info can be found at votemt.gov. For questions, please contact your county elections office. Gallatin County | Madison County