Urban Parks and Forestry Board — June 25, 2026

Urban Parks and Forestry Board — June 25, 2026

URBAN PARKS AND FORESTRY BOARD — JUNE 25, 2026 The Urban Parks and Forestry Board heard updates on Sunset Hills Cemetery's expansion and long-term capacity, and reviewed preliminary data from consultants drafting the city's updated Urban Forest Management Plan. Key topics included a recommended 12% canopy cover goal over 20 years, strategies for reducing Bozeman's ash tree population ahead of potential emerald ash borer arrival, and gaps in public engagement with younger and renter demographics. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:29 – Sunset Hills Cemetery Update 00:02:29 – Urban Forest Survey Results 00:03:43 – Tree Inventory and Ash Management 00:04:16 – Canopy Goals and Strategy 00:05:36 – Staff Update and Closing

Transportation Board — June 24, 2026

TRANSPORTATION BOARD — JUNE 24, 2026 The Bozeman Transportation Advisory Board discusses the future of the Bozeman High School residential parking permit district, hears updates on the city's transportation master plan consultant selection, and learns about the region's first long-range transportation plan from the Metropolitan Planning Organization. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:26 – Transportation Updates and Funding 00:01:51 – Parking District Debate 00:03:19 – Public Comment and Safety Concerns 00:05:02 – Regional and Master Plan Updates

GVMPO Transportation Policy Advisory Committee — June 24, 2026

GVMPO TRANSPORTATION POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE — JUNE 24, 2026 The Gallatin Valley MPO Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee approved a budget amendment and debated the sustainability of their office costs housed with the City of Bozeman. Members also reviewed a report on the Valley Center Spur, a complex bike-ped crossing under I-90 that sits in BNSF right-of-way and involves multiple jurisdictions. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:21 – Budget Amendment & Office Space Crisis 00:02:18 – Valley Center Spur Crossing Report

City Commission — June 23, 2026

CITY COMMISSION — JUNE 23, 2026 The June 23rd City Commission meeting packed major decisions into one evening: commissioners approved a $689 million biennium budget with a surprise $76 million City Shops complex, debated a federal Opportunity Zone designation for downtown Bozeman, and removed $19 million in fire station funding pending further discussion. Utility rates and final tax numbers return in August. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:43 – Opportunity Zone Debate 00:03:17 – Public Comment & Concerns 00:04:20 – Commission Discussion & Vote 00:06:20 – Budget Overview & Shops Complex 00:08:08 – Budget Amendments & Votes 00:10:24 – Final Thoughts & Recap

Bozeman City Study Commission — June 18, 2026

BOZEMAN CITY STUDY COMMISSION — JUNE 18, 2026 The Bozeman City Study Commission held its second required public hearing on June 18, 2026, to gather community input on a proposed amended city charter ahead of the November election. After extensive public testimony, commissioners approved $65,000 for voter education and identified key areas requiring further refinement before final adoption in August. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:22 – Charter Amendments and Ballot Structure 00:01:18 – Public Comment on Key Issues 00:03:04 – Voter Education Plan Approved 00:04:15 – Next Steps and Final Timeline