HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-15-23 Public Comment - J. Love - Proposed Library development with Left LaneFrom:Jacquie Love
To:Agenda; Janay Johnson
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Proposed Library development with Left Lane
Date:Wednesday, November 15, 2023 6:25:58 AM
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Dear Bozeman Public Library Board of Trustees,
As a longtime donor and supporter of both the Library and the Arts in Bozeman, I recently returned home to hear of
the proposed development to the south of the Library. I am sincerely hoping that even considering this proposal is
simply the Board doing It’s job but not that it would any way seriously allow such a development to occur. This
spaces is a beloved part of the entirety of the Library, where people can freely walk the grounds, enjoy the fresh air,
commute through the pathway and see outdoor art along the way.
In my opinion this proposed development would not only detract from the Library space but it would seriously
impact Library patrons’ use of the property and destroy the natural environment we all know and love. I see no
value whatsoever in the Library agreeing to such a plan as civic use of this space is far more important than any
monetary gain to be had via development.
I look forward to attending the meeting today at 4pm to see and hear if there is any intent on the part of the Library
Board to consider moving forward with this proposal. If so, the Library will need to find a different donor as I will
be done supporting it.
Sincerely,
Jacquie Love/Split Rock Charitable Foundation