Jasmine Taylor is a candidate for mayor in the 2025 Great Falls, Montana, municipal election, running against incumbent Cory Reeves.
Jasmine is a lifelong Great Falls resident: Born and raised in Great Falls, Taylor attended Valley View Elementary, North Middle School, and C.M. Russell High School.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Providence (2011) and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Montana (2020).
Jasmine has worked for the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services for over eight years, including roles as a caseworker and residential licensing surveyor in the Quality Assurance Division, focusing on facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities, chemical dependency centers, and youth in foster care. She is a member of the Montana Federation of Public Employees union.
Taylor’s Community Involvement Includes
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- Vice President (previously President) of the Great Falls LGBTQ+ Center, advocating for a citywide nondiscrimination ordinance.
- Former president of the Great Falls Young Actors Guild.
- Coordinator for the Election Protection Committee in Cascade County, focusing on election integrity.
- Active in countering white supremacy and promoting community engagement through volunteer work.
- Contributes to What the Funk (WTF406), a blog addressing local political issues.
She describes herself as a first-generation college student who grew up in poverty, relying on social safety nets like food stamps and Medicaid after her family faced bankruptcy due to a medical emergency. She identifies as a Democratic Socialist and is openly queer.
Previous Political Experience
In 2019 Taylor ran for one of two open City Commission seats, competing against Tracy Houck (incumbent), Bruce Pollington, Kim Rodriguez, Terry Thompson, and Rick Tryon. This was her first political campaign, motivated by the need for young, progressive representation and a citywide nondiscrimination ordinance.
She also ran, in 2020, as a Democrat but lost in the general election. Her platform focused on strengthening social safety nets, legalizing recreational marijuana to fund public schools, protecting public lands, and supporting LGBTQ+ rights.
In 2023 she filed an ethics complaint against City Commissioner Rick Tryon, alleging an undisclosed employment relationship with Stray Moose Productions (owner of E-City Beat blog) and a violation of the City Commission’s code of ethics. The complaint was unanimously deemed unsubstantiated by the City Ethics Committee.
2025 Mayoral Campaign
Taylor’s campaign emphasizes economic growth, infrastructure improvements, community safety, and progressive values. Her website, Jasmine for Mayor (jasmineformt.com), positions her as a “bold voice” for Great Falls, prioritizing residents’ needs.
Key Issues
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- Community Engagement: Advocates for inclusive policies and community-driven solutions, emphasizing her volunteer work and human rights activism.
- Economic and Social Policies: Previously supported pedestrian-friendly downtown revitalization, affordable parking, and local business growth. She has also advocated for a crisis center to address mental health and addiction issues to reduce strain on emergency services.
- Nondiscrimination: Continues to push for protections for the LGBTQ+ community and other marginalized groups.
Election Details
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- The 2025 Great Falls municipal election is scheduled for November 4, 2025, via mail ballot, with ballots mailed on October 20, 2025, and due by 8:00 PM on election day.
- The mayoral race includes Taylor and incumbent Cory Reeves. No primary election is planned unless deemed necessary by the Cascade County Election Administrator.
- Taylor’s campaign is active on social media, including a Jasmine Taylor for Montana Facebook page, where she promotes themes of “joy and resistance” and community-focused leadership.
More Info
Taylor’s campaign reflects her commitment to progressive policies and community advocacy, drawing on her experience in public service and human rights.
For more information, you can visit her campaign website jasmineformt.com or contact the Cascade County Election Office (406-454-6803, elections@cascadecountymt.gov).
