HomeMy WebLinkAbout6-1-2020 Public Comment - J. Boyer - Fully fund StreamlineFrom:Jennifer Boyer
To:Agenda
Subject:Streamline Funding
Date:Monday, June 1, 2020 8:24:15 AM
Dear Mayor and City Commissioners,
I am writing to urge you to fully fund Streamline’s request of $300,000 for the
next fiscal year. Bozeman has been an incredible partner to our service which not
only is growing but served a critical need during the time of COVID-19, providing
transportation to many community members who had no other options.
We are in the process of updating our routes, including an analysis of current
level of use and where our service needs have shifted over the years. With this
data and public input we will be able to provide the most efficient, cost-
effective routes serving as much of the community as possible. This is an
important investment and demonstrates that our funding is spent wisely, and
every dollar is necessary to continue our service.
Streamline plays a critical role in our community’s climate response. We are the
public transit system that limits the number of vehicle trips on our roads and
also provides service to destinations like Bridger Bowl. We take this
responsibility seriously and see a growing role for our service as our community
becomes even more committed to implementing climate solutions. We know that
our community can make a significant impact towards reducing our transportation
carbon footprint - but not everyone can walk or bike to all of their destinations
and public transit is the right, and best alternative.
Working towards a Urban Transit District is another long-term strategy to
maintain, fund and expand our services. We will need to communicate the need
and benefits of a district to make this transition. If we reduce service, this
becomes more difficult as our community will not see the value of Streamline if
service is reduced.
Please provide full funding for Streamline, it is to valuable to cut.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Boyer
Streamline Advisory Board Member
Jennifer Boyerboyerfarm51@gmail.com
406-539-3006