HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-26-26 Public Comment - K. Sinay - Bikefill Master PlanFrom:Ken Sinay
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Bikefill Master Plan
Date:Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:03:20 PM
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March 26, 2026
To: Bozeman Urban Parks and Forestry Board
Re: Bikefill Park Draft Workplan
From: Ken Sinay
Comments:
I am disappointed that such a short period of time to comment on the Draft Plan was
scheduled. I realize that a lot of time and public survey opportunity has gone into this, but
now is not the time to skimp.
I am also grateful that some natural considerations have been taken to account.
The upper half of Churn creek is the most open and has the best chance of maintaining and
potentially expanding riparian habitat. Consideration of this would involve widening the
buffer zone beyond 50 ft up to 100 ft. on each side of churn creek would enhance the natural
riparian zone. This could necessitate the removal of a switchback on the north side and/or a
trail on the south side.
Wildlife and plants will fill all the functional habitat it can. But it does require some sacrifice.
Not simply concession, but sacrifice. An additional 50 ft buffer for 200 ft. on the upper churn
Creek area would be a little less than ½ acre.
The “inferred survey data area” is the region I am discussing here. I appreciate tis indication
on the “Overall site Master Plan” and hope this can be considered.
The fence on the east side of the property should be wildlife friendly. Not chain link.
The fence needs on the north side of the property perimeter can likely be met with a 6 ft
fence as opposed to 8 ft.
Buffer zone and riparian fencing can be established to provide a respectful psychological
boundary to bicycles.