As organizers of the Great Falls Balloon Festival consider a proposal from the city to partner on this year's event, board members and officials discussed the costs and obstacles associated with putting on the annual festival.
The Great Falls Balloon Festival board of directors said 'logistical issues, safety concerns, and other unexpected factors beyond our control' forced their difficult decision.
After the festival board announced this morning it was canceling this summer's event, city administration and staff put together a proposal to partner with the board to 'help get this event off the ground.'