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Ray Miller appointed to Canyon Creek Rural Fire District board
Summary
The Lewis and Clark County Commission appointed Ray Miller to the Canyon Creek Rural Fire District board through the next regular election in May 2026 after public comments supporting both candidates; the motion passed 3-0.
The Lewis and Clark County Board of Commissioners on March 17 appointed Ray Miller to the Canyon Creek Rural Fire District board to serve through the next regular election in May 2026.
Connor Fitzpatrick, Elections Supervisor, presented two applicants and recommended the Commission consider Ray Miller or David R. Williams for the vacancy. During public comment, Jim Thomas, a Canyon Creek resident and the Canyon Creek Rural Fire District chair, said he supported both candidates; Trustee Wendy Adamson urged support for Ray Miller on the basis that he is running unopposed in May. Ray Miller addressed the Commission and said he felt obligated to help the community.
Commissioner Andy Hunthausen moved to appoint Ray Miller; Commissioner Candace Payne seconded the motion, which passed 3-0. The appointment fills the district vacancy until the May 2026 election. The Commission recorded no contested vote tallies beyond the unanimous approval and no additional public comment on the appointment.
