HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-18-24 Public Comment - T. Healy - Fowler, West Side Trail Agenda itemFrom:Tawnya Healy
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Fowler, West Side Trail Agenda item
Date:Tuesday, June 18, 2024 7:50:54 AM
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Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to read my comments on the Fowler development.
Here are some great ideas from me and fellow citizens:
There are good reasons to support designating parks or open space in this area that would
benefit people for many, many years to come and is an easy and cheaper way for the city
to manage the land.
The NW side of town doesn't get to benefit as much from streams and trails such as the
Gallaghator, Sourdough, Peets Hill, and Story Mill... THIS is a great opportunity to create a
landmark that preserves trees, wildlife and streamway as well as benefiting 1,000s of
residents at little or no additional cost.
Ways we can accomplish this:
1. Follow the template that already exists between Durston and the gravel trail that leads to
Babcock:
a) Two Lanes (no median; except where it could save trees)
b) One paved shared use path on West side for cyclists & pedestrians
c) Sidewalk on the East Side using existing width boulevards
2. One shared use path only necessitates one crossing for bike/ped at Babcock & Fowler
which:
a) adds value to the existing crosswalk for neighbors
b) flashing light activated by pedestrians/cyclists (like path to the M)
c) increases safety
d) saves money
3. Minimized road width helps preserve adequate buffer for trees & waterway:
a) canopy root ends need to be 30 ft. min. from edge of construction
b) PLIU zoning designation preserves trees for park or natural area
c) abide by SLPP 200 ft. buffer for ditches
4. To make sure this project proceeds thoughtfully, it needs ecology experts on the design
team going forward:
a) Connect the Parks Department
b) Connect Sustainability Citizen Advisory Board members
c) Connect all those engaged with the Bozeman Climate Plan
This is your opportunity to do the right thing for your city, visitors and future generations. Bea part of the right solution for this area.
Thank you,
Tawnya Healy (resident, 9 years)
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