HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-30-17 Public Comment - E. Mason - DensityCommissionerGroupID: 260
First Name: Emily
Last Name: Mason
Email: emilykmason@gmail.com
Phone Number: (303) 809-4270
Message: We need is a moratorium on density projects until there are clear development
guidelines for the urban core. We also need an open space program (paid for by a local option
sales tax/tourist tax). The City (and County) can then buy land from farmers/ranchers wanting to
cash out. The city/county can then either preserve the land or lease back to farmers who
otherwise couldn't afford to purchase large swaths of land. Win-win. Less money is needed for
infrastructure and we preserve that which brings in tourist dollars. The city could also find ways
to use part of those land purchases to develop affordable housing options (i.e. Bucking Horse in
Fort Collins for inspiration). Once we have an open space plan, a plan for the urban core will be
more acceptable. Don't destroy the fabric that makes this town so special. We are not Billings.
We are not Missoula. We are Bozeman. Let's keep it that way. I do not live downtown but I
would hate for the downtown to lose the character we cherish.
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