The Bozeman Brief

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Your shortcut to Bozeman city government — AI-powered recaps of every commission and advisory board meeting. The easiest way to keep up with what's happening in Bozeman city government.

  1. 1H AGO

    Transportation Board — February 25, 2026

    The Bozeman Transportation Board met on February 25th without a quorum, but Director Nick Ross delivered substantial updates on major upcoming projects including street maintenance, the North 27th Avenue project, and the new neighborhood traffic calming program. Commissioner Jenn Madgic was introduced as the board's new commission liaison, and the board got a preview of the Transportation Master Plan process coming in March. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:58 No Quorum Explained 00:01:35 Safety Plan & North 27th Project 00:02:37 Street Maintenance & Paving Plans 00:03:45 Traffic Calming Contracting Strategy 00:04:15 Traffic Calming Program Uptake 00:05:28 Bicycle Boulevard & College Avenue 00:06:39 New Commission Liaison Introduced 00:07:39 Transportation Master Plan Ahead

    9 min

  2. 2H AGO

    Bozeman City Study Commission — March 5, 2026

    The Bozeman City Study Commission held a four-hour marathon session on March 5th, 2026, debating charter revisions with significant disagreements about public input and process. Key votes confirmed keeping the commissioner-city manager structure, required annual city manager reviews, and rejected designating the mayor as full-time—though a recommendation for defining mayoral roles will move forward. The commission also began planning its next phase on wards, districts, and neighborhood representation. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:56 Draft Charter Language Review 00:01:51 Deputy Mayor Debate 00:02:48 City Manager Structure Vote 00:03:25 City Manager Oversight Discussion 00:04:34 Full-Time Mayor Debate 00:06:10 Compensation Tabled for Later 00:06:46 Public Comment & Concerns 00:07:29 Next Steps: Wards & Districts 00:08:15 Episode Recap & Disclaimer

    9 min

  3. 4D AGO

    City Commission — March 3, 2026

    The Bozeman City Commission opens March 3rd with grief over two community tragedies, then tackles affordable housing rates, brings MSU students onto city boards, and locks in its two-year priorities. Expect a work session on road safety and watch the city manager turn broad goals into concrete action plans. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:00 Community Tragedies and Road Safety 00:00:00 Affordable Housing Cash-In-Lieu Rates 00:00:00 MSU Students Join City Boards 00:00:00 Commission Priorities for 2026-2027 00:00:00 Episode Recap and Key Takeaways

    10 min

  4. FEB 27

    City Commission — February 24, 2026

    The Bozeman City Commission holds a nearly five-hour hearing on a controversial commercial development in the Sundance Springs neighborhood. After extensive debate over PUD documents, zoning code interpretation, and design standards, commissioners close the record and continue deliberations to March 24th. Also covered: commissioner updates on design guidelines and TIF boards, plus a sobering presentation from the Police Department's Special Victims Unit. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:43 Commissioner Updates & FYIs 00:01:58 Police Special Victims Unit 00:03:01 Sundance Springs Appeal Overview 00:04:16 Master Plan & Binding Documents 00:05:50 Code Versions & PUD Constraints 00:06:53 Block Frontage & Lighting Issues 00:07:48 Public Comment & Concerns 00:08:31 Decision to Defer & Next Steps

    10 min

  5. FEB 25

    Community Development Board — February 23, 2026

    The Bozeman Community Development Board receives comprehensive training on how they'll evaluate zone map amendments and hear appeals under Montana's new land use law, MLUPA. City planner Chris Saunders and city attorney Greg Sullivan walk the board through the procedural changes, decision standards, and the critical importance of public engagement and robust written findings. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:32 Agenda & Housekeeping 00:01:15 MLUPA & New Framework 00:01:57 Zone Map Amendments Explained 00:03:31 Substantial Compliance Standard 00:04:30 Public Comment & Findings 00:05:11 Appeals as Judicial Review 00:06:03 Ex Parte & Judicial Mindset 00:06:22 Appeal Standards & De Novo Review 00:07:46 Key Takeaways

    9 min

  6. FEB 22

    Bozeman Downtown Business Improvement District Board — February 18, 2026

    The Bozeman BID Board discusses a proposed 5% budget increase for fiscal year 2027 while grappling with bigger strategic questions about the district's future as the Tax Increment Financing sunsets in seven years. Updates include holiday light repairs, flower basket solutions, and significant progress on Bozeman Creek, downtown parking, and the federal building site. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:42 Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Proposal 00:01:57 New Line Items and Safety Programs 00:03:19 Strategic Vision Beyond the Budget 00:04:23 TIF Sunset and Long-Term Planning 00:05:11 Holiday Spiders and Flower Baskets 00:06:37 Major Project Updates 00:07:19 Downtown Parking and Federal Building 00:08:14 Next Steps and Closing

    9 min

  7. FEB 22

    Tax Increment Finance Advisory Board — February 19, 2026

    The Tax Increment Finance Advisory Board meets for the first time to review their inaugural TIF assistance request from Light Conversion USA, a growing photonics company. The board also discusses proposed budgets for the Midtown and Northeast urban renewal districts, shaped by neighborhood input and ongoing concerns about conflicts of interest. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:45 Conflicts of Interest Concerns 00:01:52 Light Conversion USA TIF Request 00:03:02 Board Questions and Analysis 00:04:08 Midtown District Budget Highlights 00:05:18 Public Engagement and Timeline 00:05:36 Northeast District Projects 00:06:57 Bozeman Yards and Quiet Zone 00:08:00 Next Steps and Recap

    9 min

  8. FEB 20

    Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board — February 18, 2026

    The Historic Preservation Advisory Board heard passionate public testimony about tall buildings, developer pressure, and enforcement of historic preservation rules, then welcomed the Lakota Group consulting firm to present their approach to updating Bozeman's neighborhood design guidelines. The board voted to adopt a community engagement plan with amendments prioritizing walking tours and surveys. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:54 – Public Comment: Development Concerns 00:01:56 – Are Guidelines Enforceable or Optional? 00:03:40 – Meet the Lakota Group Consultants 00:04:31 – Preservation and Economic Growth 00:05:23 – Advisory Board Power and Authority 00:06:03 – Community Engagement Plan Vote 00:07:32 – Height Limits and Next Steps

    9 min
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