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Big Sky Transportation District asks Madison County for $125,000 to sustain bus services
Summary
Big Sky Transportation District requested $125,000 (about 3% of its budget) from Madison County to support Skyline bus services and Big Sky Connect; presenters said funds would sustain current operations and support planned expansion toward Moonlight Basin.
Darren Brugmann of the Big Sky Transportation District briefed the Madison County commissioners on the district’s board composition, current services (including Skyline bus and Big Sky Connect), and funding streams. Brugmann asked Madison County to contribute $125,000 toward operations — described in the presentation as roughly 3% of BSTD’s budget — to support ongoing service and planned expansion into the Moonlight Basin area.
Brugmann said existing funding comes from Gallatin County and federal sources; the requested county contribution would help sustain operations rather than initiate a new program. Commissioners asked questions about funding sources and service plans; no formal commitment or vote was taken at the work session.
Why it matters: Local funding decisions affect whether regional transit options continue and expand; this request, if approved later, would represent a material county contribution to regional transit operations.
The board recorded the presentation for follow‑up and potential inclusion on a future agenda for decision.
