HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-03-19 Public Comment - M. Shepherd - Cottonwood Road Construction PlanFrom:agenda@bozeman.net
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Subject:Thank you for your public comment.
Date:Tuesday, September 03, 2019 9:04:54 PM
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Email:
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Attn: City Commission
PO Box 1230
Bozeman, MT 59771
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Attn: City Commission
City Clerk's Office
City Hall, Suite 202
121 N. Rouse Ave.
Bozeman, MT
First Name Melissa
Last Name Shepherd
Email Address Melissaashepherd@gmail.com
Phone Number 406-223-6279
Comments
City of Bozeman
Attn: City Commission PO Box 1230 Bozeman, MT 59771
Valley West Resident Bozeman, MT 59718
September 2, 2019
Bozeman City Commissioners,
As a resident in the Valley West subdivision, I am writing to request a review of the
construction planned in the vicinity of Durston and Cottonwood. As I understand, there is to be no left turn
allowed into Classical Way. Classical Way is the singular access to Petra Academy, Bronken Fields, and the
wetland trails along Baxter Creek. As a resident I have witnessed the large amount of traffic into and out of
this area and I believe that the absence of a left turn lane will negatively impact the quality of life in the
Valley West neighborhood.
During the construction phase earlier this summer, traffic was routed around the Durston-Cottonwood
intersection through our neighborhood via Bembrick and Eneboe Streets. These roads were not designed
for heavy traffic flow and many in our neighborhood rely on the ability to park on those roads for access to
residences. Cars were continually backed up and forced to weave in, out and around residential streets. The
lack of a left turn into Classical Way will undoubtedly lead to increased traffic through the Valley West
neighborhood as northbound drivers seek an alternate route to Classical Way. As it is, there are already
very long lines of traffic attempting to make left turns onto Durston from both Clifden and Eneboe, often
resulting in blocked driveways and alley access for Valley West residents. Frustration is mounting as the
congestion increases and will certainly escalate as the school year begins.
Given the disproportionate impact on the Valley West community, we implore you to revise the existing
construction plan and allow for a left turn into Classical Way.
Respectfully,
Melissa Shepherd
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City Of Bozeman
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