Commission settles on 10 percent population threshold for ward redistricting, pushes implementation to 2029
The Bozeman City Study Commission spent most of its July 23 meeting refining proposed Section 7.04 of the charter, which would govern how voting wards are drawn and adjusted if voters approve a ward system. The commission removed partisan language from the ward advisory board, clarified the redistricting process, and set a 10 percent population change threshold to trigger boundary reviews between census cycles.
Board provides extensive feedback on Urban Forest Management Plan preliminary draft, focuses on canopy goals and implementation details
The Urban Parks and Forestry Board spent much of its July 23 meeting reviewing a 100-plus-page preliminary draft of the city's 10-year Urban Forest Management Plan, pressing consultants and staff on how aggressive canopy coverage goals would be funded and implemented, and whether the plan adequately addresses tree protection in new development.
Community Development Board
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Bozeman Creek Vision Plan outlines flood diversion and restoration concepts
The Community Development Board reviewed 11 emerging concepts for the Bozeman Creek corridor, ranging from flood bypass channels to new parks and daylighted creek areas. The project aims for City Commission adoption by December 15th.
Community Development Board approves code amendments for downtown parking and short-term rentals
The board unanimously advanced two changes to the Unified Development Code on June 15th, addressing parking standards in the B-3 downtown district and allowing Type 2 short-term rentals in the newly consolidated RA residential district. Both amendments now head to the City Commission for final approval on July 14th.
City updates wireless facilities code for first time in 30 years
The Community Development Board unanimously approved a comprehensive rewrite of the city's telecommunications regulations to comply with federal law. The new code establishes application review timelines and clearer standards for wireless facility types.
Community Development Board advances Urban Forest Master Plan update
The board held a work session on the plan, which will guide city forestry operations through 2036 and addresses community engagement, tree infrastructure, and disease preparedness. Public engagement continues through fall with plan adoption targeted for November or December.
Community Development Board backs RB zoning for Harvest Creek parcel despite opposition
The board voted unanimously on April 20 to recommend mixed-use residential zoning for a 9.979-acre parcel near Harvest Creek, overriding more than 60 public comments opposing the density. The land will be annexed and partially converted to public right-of-way for the Fowler Avenue connection project.