HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-19-17 Public Comment - R. Ziegler - Affordable HousingFrom:ryan ziegler
To:Agenda
Subject:Housing pricing
Date:Wednesday, July 19, 2017 9:37:43 PM
I recently read an article by Derick Dietrich about housing development and cost in
Bozeman. I think I am a different type of situation that wasn't mentioned in the article and isa topic worth discussing. We are a family of 5 with 3 young children. My wife is an attorney
and I am a Special Forces Medic that will be getting out of the service soon. We had theopportunity to visit Bozeman last week with Warriors and Quiet Water, a non-profit for
combat veterans, and we absolutely fell in love with it. Looking at the housing prices we arepriced out of Bozeman for the lifestyle that draws us to Bozeman. We are going to be an
asset to any city we move to. I start Physician Assistant school this fall and will graduate in2 years. With the opportunity to purchase a "starter house" at a manageable price in the low
300's able to support the needs of a family of 5 Bozeman would be a top choice for a placeto settle down. This is a very important topic and I see the community missing out on young
professionals as a result of high housing costs. If you have any questions or would likeanything clarified I would be happy to speak with you.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter,
Ryan Ziegler
310-760-1925