HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-24 Public Comment - N. Bashkirew - urban camping commentsFrom:Nate Bashkirew
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]urban camping comments
Date:Friday, September 6, 2024 8:14:42 AM
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City of Bozeman,
I do not have a primary residence in the city, but I do own and maintain a rental unit within
city limits.
Please put an end to "Urban camping". While I'm all about having a certain level of
compassion for all people, this is getting out of hand. It's a safety issue, a public health issue
and a zoning issue. I can't camp at a campground for more than 14 days without getting a
ticket, why is it any different on a city street? The campers don't own the land under the
street they are camped on. This situation is not acceptable to the tax paying citizens and
business owners of Bozeman who are negatively affected by urban camping.
Please find a way to bring an end to this situation. If it can be done compassionately and
carefully, great. If not, it just needs to end.
Regards,
Nate Bashkirew