HomeMy WebLinkAbout02_Bozeman Sports Park Phase 2-NarrativeBozeman Sports Park Phase 2
Site Plan Narrative
The City of Bozeman, in collaboration with the Bozeman School District, is advancing
the next phase of development at the Bozeman Sports Park in alignment with the
existing Park Master Plan for the 80-acre site. Phase 2 includes a total site area of
461,229 SF, or 10.59 acres. Proposed improvements in Phase 2 include the
construction of a 119-stall parking lot with an integrated drop-off area, as well as one
or—pending available funding—two artificial turf fields located west of the new parking
area along Oak Street.
The new parking lot will also serve as supplemental parking for Gallatin High School
during the academic year.
This phase of the project also includes the completion of the park’s “central spine”
sidewalk, extending it from its current terminus in Phase 1 to the southern boundary of
the park. This connection is a key component in improving accessibility and circulation
throughout the park.
Additional proposed improvements include:
• A stormwater retention pond to manage runoff from the parking lot
• A stormwater connection for the underdrain system beneath the artificial turf
fields
• A two-stall vault toilet
• Space for a future storage and equipment shed
• Boulevard trees and enhanced site landscaping
• An expanded irrigation system to support new vegetation
The Maynard Irrigation Pipeline, which runs along the eastern edge of the park, supplies
water to the park’s natural turf and landscaped areas from May through October. When
the ditch company turns off the irrigation supply—or during periods when water needs
arise before the pipeline is operational—the park relies on a municipal water connection
for irrigation.
A conceptual review for this project was waived. However, the design team has
coordinated with City staff on the proposed layout prior to submitting this application.
Additionally, as a Traffic Impact Study (TIS) was previously completed as part of the
Park Master Plan, the Engineering Department has waived the requirement for a new
TIS.