Public Meeting to provide comment to the Study Commission for Local Government Review.

Frequently Asked Questions*

• What is the Local Government Review election?
  A. Established as part of the 1972 Constitution, the Local Government Review election is to be held by
  each city and county government every 10 years. If your city or county government has held a Local
  Government Review election any time after the 2024 general election until now, you should consult
  with your county attorney regarding your responsibility.
• Where can I find the laws on the Local Government Review election?
  A. The applicable laws, 7-3-171 through 7-3-193, MCA, are found here.
• Does the Local Government Review election apply only to city governments?
  A. No, local government have been defined to include both city and county governments.
• Is it a requirement that the governing body call for a local government review?
  A. Yes. As required under 7-3-173(2), MCA, “The governing body shall call for an election on the question
  of conducting a local government review and establishing a study commission, as required by Article XI,
  section 9(2), of the Montana constitution, within 1 year after the 10-year period referred to in
  subsection (1)(c).”

*From https://sosmt.gov/wpfd_file/2024-local-government-review-information/