Canvas accepted; Big Sky hospital‑district question carried by votes cast

May 19, 2026

Elections staff presented canvass results for five special‑district elections. For the Big Sky Hospital question, staff reported 429 ballots sent, 111 returned (26%), with 97 yes, 10 no, three undervotes and one overvote; because more than 50% of votes cast were in favor, staff recommended drawing a resolution to change the boundary and implement new services July 1. The board accepted the canvass.

The full story

Paula, the county elections official, presented the canvass for five special‑district ballots and explained procedures, low rejection rates and minor tally discrepancies that did not alter outcomes.

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