Local Government Review
The Local Government Study was approved by the voters to elect a Study Commission to evaluate the existing structure of government and compare it to alternative structures under the state law and propose changes, if warranted, to the local electorate for adoptions.
Study Commission Meeting Minutes can be viewed on the City Website, Agenda Center.
The Local Government Study was approved by the voters to elect a Study Commission to evaluate the existing structure of government and compare it to alternative structures under the state law and propose changes, if warranted, to the local electorate for adoptions.
Study Commission Meeting Minutes can be viewed on the City Website, Agenda Center.
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Tentative Report
Share Tentative Report on Facebook Share Tentative Report on Twitter Share Tentative Report on Linkedin Email Tentative Report linkWHITEFISH LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW STUDY COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Whitefish Local Government Review Study Commission will hold a public hearing on July 2, 2025, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Whitefish City Council Chambers located at 418 East Second Street in Whitefish. The purpose of the study commission, as defined in MCA 7-3-172, is to study the existing form and powers of the local government and procedures for delivery of local government services and compare them with other forms available under the laws of the state. The commission invites all interested parties toContinue reading
WHITEFISH LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW STUDY COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Whitefish Local Government Review Study Commission will hold a public hearing on July 2, 2025, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Whitefish City Council Chambers located at 418 East Second Street in Whitefish. The purpose of the study commission, as defined in MCA 7-3-172, is to study the existing form and powers of the local government and procedures for delivery of local government services and compare them with other forms available under the laws of the state. The commission invites all interested parties to attend the public hearing and provide comments relevant to its Tentative Report. If you would like to review a copy of the proposed Tentative Report or have questions, please contact the Whitefish City Clerk at mhowke@cityofwhitefish.gov or 406-863-2402. More information can also be found online at www.engagewhitefish.com/local-government-review.
Individuals may attend in person to provide comments or submit written testimony for the hearing to comment on the proposed Tentative Report. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the Whitefish City Clerk, 418 E. 2nd St., PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT, 59937, or emailed to mhowke@cityofwhitefish.gov by 4 p.m. on July 2, 2025.
Kevin McDowell, Chairman
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Key Dates
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February 05 2025
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March 12 2025
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April 02 2025
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April 17 2025
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April 24 2025
Documents
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ByLaws Final 20240114.pdf (97.9 KB) (pdf)
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City Charter.pdf (3.22 MB) (pdf)
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The Constitution of the State of Montana.pdf (16.5 MB) (pdf)
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City Organization Chart (156 KB) (pdf)
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Timetable (165 KB) (pdf)
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Budget.pdf (284 KB) (pdf)
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Survey_Responses_Report.final.pdf (355 KB) (pdf)
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Tentative Report 2025.06.18.pdf (370 KB) (pdf)
Who's Listening
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Study Commissioner Chair
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Study Commission Vice-Chair
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Study Commissioner
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Study Commissioner
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Study Commissioner
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