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Ballot Education Services

Summary

The commission hired Danegeld MT for $60,000 to create educational materials about the charter amendments — with a firm line between educating voters and advocating for a yes vote.

At a glance

Total mentions
5
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

That's $60,000 of the commission's budget, possibly more depending on how extensive the voter outreach gets.

✅Who benefits

All Bozeman voters get clearer, legally compliant information about the charter ballot question.

Mentions & discussions (5)

MeetingAug 6, 2026

Study Commission - Aug 6, 2026

With the report filed, the commission is shifting to voter education: it formed the "Bozeman Study Commission" political committee with City Clerk Mike Maas as treasurer, and is scheduling events with consultant Danegeld from Sweet Pea through Election Day. City Attorney Greg Sullivan briefed them on staying on the legal side of the education-versus-advocacy line.

MeetingJul 23, 2026

Study Commission - Jul 23, 2026

The commission is planning how to educate voters before the charter question reaches the ballot, including a common presentation for community events and correspondence with the contractor Danegeld and the Commissioner of Political Practices.

MeetingJun 4, 2026

Study Commission - Jun 4, 2026

The commission hired the Danegeld firm to help educate voters about the charter ballot question, and is planning a June 18 public hearing with food, small-group workshops, and plenty of printed copies. This is the main chance for residents to weigh in before the final report.

MeetingMay 13, 2026approved

Study Commission - May 13, 2026

The commission hired Danegeld MT for $60,000 to create educational materials about the charter amendments — with a firm line between educating voters and advocating for a yes vote.

MeetingFeb 18, 2026approved

Study Commission - Feb 18, 2026

As the Charter review moves toward the ballot, the commission is hiring a Ballot Education Specialist to help communicate the proposed changes to voters. An RFP goes out now, with a recommendation due April 15.

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