HomeMy WebLinkAboutJM comments G-O v5 for BoardA. The urban character of Our well-planned City is defined by our unique history, proactive
planning, urban edges, varied skyline, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes and integration
with the natural landscape. that surrounds us.
B. Our City is made up of a series of diverse and inclusive neighborhoods, defined by our
commercial nodes, a variety of quality housing, walkable centers, schools and parks.
C. Our City is bolstered by our Downtown, Midtown, University and other commercial
districts and neighborhood centers that are characterized by higher densities and
intensification of use.
D. Our City is home to an outdoor-conscious population that celebrates and protects our
natural environment while providing and immediate access to a well-managed open
spaces, and parks and trails. system.
E. Our City fosters the close proximity of housing, services and jobs and provides safe,
efficient mobility for pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and drivers.
F. Our City, and all residents and visitors, benefit from an expanding economy that is
powered by educational development, strong regional partnerships, job creation, talent
retention, and support for local businesses.
G. Our City, in partnership with Gallatin County, Montana State University, and other
regional authorities, addresses the needs of a rapidly growing and changing population
through strategic infrastructure choices, land use planning, and thoughtful collaborative
land use planning and decision-making.