This nonpartisan forum with the candidates for Helena mayor and city commission is co-sponsored by AARP Montana, the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce, and the League of Women Voters of the Helena Area.

The forum will offer the candidates who will appear on the November 4, 2025, ballot a valuable opportunity to engage with voters and share their perspectives in a respectful and informative setting.

The candidates who are invited to participate are:

Mayoral Candiates
Emily K. Dean
Andy Shirtliff

City Commissioner Candidates
Haley McKnight
Melinda Reed
Ben Rigby
Shawn White Horse

Please RSVP (or click the Registration button) to let us know you're coming.  The conference center has a capacity of 100 so seating is limited.