Kalispell mayoral and City Council candidates who attended a forum Tuesday all expressed interest in implementing some form of a local-option sales tax.

The proposal was part of a wide-ranging discussion that included topics such as growth, downtown revitalization and constituent communication. The event was hosted by the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce at the Red Lion Hotel, with Erica Wirtala of the Northwest Montana Realtors Association serving as moderator.

Mayor candidates Ryan Hunter and Sid Daoud, who are currently on the City Council, and Kisa Davison all participated in the forum.

Councilor candidates Wes Walker (Ward 1), Lisa Blank (Ward 2), Kyle Waterman (Ward 3) and Bruce Guthrie (Ward 4) also participated. Councilors Jed Fisher (Ward 4) and Sandy Carlson (Ward 1) are running

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