Parks Board Launches PREP Plan Implementation; Ethics Board Approves New Training Format
Three city advisory boards met during the week of October 26, 2026, advancing initiatives ranging from park development code updates to employee ethics training and traffic calming program evaluation. The Urban Parks and Forestry Board, Board of Ethics, and Transportation Board each approved key staff proposals and discussed upcoming priorities.
Bozeman's Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program reports mixed results after first year of redesigned initiative
The city released a comprehensive evaluation of its revamped Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, which deployed 15 temporary and permanent projects in 2026. Data shows speed reductions at some locations but durability challenges and questions about effectiveness on high-volume streets.
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Board Receives Northwest Bozeman Area Plan Covering 3,000 Acres, Hears Water Rights Fee Update
The Community Development Board held a special meeting to hear two major presentations: a comprehensive area plan for northwest Bozeman covering infrastructure, natural resources, and future land use, and an analysis recommending the city increase its cash-in-lieu water rights fee from $6,000 to $11,600–$14,500 per acre-foot for the first time since 2008.
Board approves December 21 meeting cancellation, hears extensive Bozeman Creek Vision Plan update
The Community Development Board voted to cancel its December 21 meeting due to scheduling difficulties around the holiday. The board spent most of the evening receiving a detailed work session on the Bozeman Creek Vision Plan, which proposes ambitious flood mitigation, park improvements, and policy changes along the creek corridor.
City advances updates to historic preservation code, landmark program amid complex questions about regulation versus incentives
The Community Development Board heard a detailed presentation on Phase 2 of the Local Landmark Project, which includes developing a new local landmark program to recognize historically significant sites outside the current Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District, and revising demolition regulations within the NCOD. Staff outlined proposed changes including breaking up the two-year demolition stay into two one-year periods and reimagining how the economic viability test works.
Community Development Board recommends wetland code changes to eliminate federal, state review requirements
The Bozeman Community Development Board unanimously approved a text amendment to streamline wetland and watercourse permitting by removing requirements for applicants to obtain jurisdictional determinations from the Army Corps of Engineers and Gallatin Water Conservation District. The changes aim to reduce application timelines by 12 to 18 months while maintaining environmental protections.
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.