Respondents in a survey about Butte-Silver Bow’s government frequently faulted a “good old boys” network, lack of accountability and nepotism in hiring county employees and making appointments.

And the survey says: Final results on Butte-Silver Bow government query are in

The survey willl help a study commission decide what ballot measures to put before Butte-Silver Bow voters in November 2026.

Are 12 Butte-Silver Bow commissioners too many? Voters will likely get a say in 2026

The commission has to make final decisions on ballot measures by July 2026.

City manager for Butte-Silver Bow? Panel shows support for putting issue on ballot

Butte-Silver Bow Study Commission signals some support this week for having a professional city manager oversee day-to-day operations instead of an elec

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