HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-21-23 Public Comment - J. Staigmiller - west-side developmentFrom:Judy Staigmiller
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Subject:west-side development
Date:Friday, April 21, 2023 2:13:40 PM
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Hello city commission members,
Thank you for your willingness to serve.
I would like to share some thoughts on the proposed west-side development.
I have the impression that the current swimming facilities in town are
very crowded, and I do support a swimming pool in the area. I am less
sure about the fitness center. I wonder if with the parks, trails, etc.,
if we have enough now. Are MSU facilities open to the public? But I am
not completely opposed to this.
About the branch library. I worked at the university library for over 30
years as a paraprofessional, very much enjoyed the work, and I certainly
get the importance of libraries, public and otherwise. However I do not
believe we need a brick-and-mortar branch library. The east side library
never seems overwhelmed to me. Another library would require staff when
help seems to be hard to get for most companies/organizations. I think a
branch library would require some unnecessary duplication of paper
materials. Are library patrons able to access some materials online if
they have a card?
I would rather see tax dollars go to the Streamline bus service,
maintenance and/or expansion and improvement, to help disadvantaged
patrons get to the existing library. I was happy to vote yes to that.
So can these three items be separated out? If the branch library is
included in this, I will be voting no.
Thank you for your attention,
Judy Staigmiller
Bozeman MT