HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-06-26 - InterNeighborhood Council - Agendas & Packet MaterialsA. Call meeting to order - 4:30 p.m.
B. Disclosures
C. Changes to the Agenda
D. Approval of Minutes
D.1 Approve Minutes from June 11, 2026 (Clark)
E. Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and Jurisdiction of the Board
F. Special Presentation
F.1 MSU Strategic Plan Discussion(Sutherland)
F.2 Safe Routes to School Discussion(Mastel)
G. FYI/Discussion
G.1 Commission Liaison Update(Fischer )
THE INTER-NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
INC AGENDA
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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Neighborhood Council. There will also be time in conjunction with each agenda item for public
comment relating to that item but you may only speak once per topic.
Please note, the Board cannot take action on any item which does not appear on the agenda. All
persons addressing the Board shall speak in a civil and courteous manner and members of the
audience shall be respectful of others. Please state your name and place of residence in an audible
tone of voice for the record and limit your comments to three minutes.
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G.2 City Liaison Update(Clark)
G.3 Neighborhood Written Updates & Follow-Up Questions (INC Reps)
H. Adjournment
For more information please contact Emily Kiely, ekiely@bozeman.net
This board generally meets the 2nd Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6:00
Committee meetings are open to all members of the public. If you have a disability that requires
assistance, please contact our ADA Coordinator, David Arnado, at 406.582.3232.
In order for this Board to receive all relevant public comment in time for this meeting, please submit via
the Public Comment Page or by emailing comments@bozeman.net no later than 12:00 PM on the day
of the meeting. Public comment may be made in person at the meeting as well.
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Takami Clark, Communications & Engagement Manager
SUBJECT:Approve Minutes from June 11, 2026
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Approve Minutes from June 11, 2026
STRATEGIC PLAN:7.3 Best Practices, Creativity & Foresight: Utilize best practices, innovative
approaches, and constantly anticipate new directions and changes relevant
to the governance of the City. Be also adaptable and flexible with an
outward focus on the customer and an external understanding of the issues
as others may see them.
BACKGROUND:Minutes from the June 11, 2026 meeting are attached.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Attachments:
20260611 INC Minutes.pdf
Report compiled on: June 30, 2026
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Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, [DATE]
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THE CITY COMMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
June 11, 2026
A) 00:01:59 Call meeting to order - 4:30 p.m.
Meeting was called to order at 4:31 PM.
B) 00:02:34 Disclosures
C) 00:02:42 Changes to the Agenda
Angie Kociolek asked if the group could revisit the Bozeman Study Commission's comments and Kath
Crumrine seconded discussing the motion. All voted in favor of drafting a letter to support the Study
Commission's recommendations on neighborhoods.
D) 00:13:15 Approval of Minutes
D.1 Approve Minutes from May 14, 2026
2026.05.14 INC Minutes.docx
Dick Bakker moved to approve the minutes. Angie Kociolek seconded the motion. All voted in favor of
approving the minutes.
E) 00:13:53 Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and
Jurisdiction of the Board
Dan Carty thanked INC for writing a letter to the Study Commission in support of its recommendations.
Mayor Joey Morrison stated that he never advocated for the removal of INC and instead has advocated
for INC to be more inclusive.
Deputy Mayor Douglas Fischer gave comments about his letter to the Study Commission.
F) Special Presentation
F.1 00:33:56 Engagement Framework Update
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Takami Clark presented on the Engagement Framework Update. She covered questions that she wants
INC to think about throughout the presentation. She went into the history of engagement at the City
and the project. She talked about the engagement framework and engagement template. She then
discussed the Engage Bozeman platform as well as MLUPA and what MLUPA requires in terms of public
participation. She reviewed what staff are exploring in the update and returned to the questions. INC
provided feedback on each of the questions.
G) Action Items
G.1 01:15:14 Officer Elections
Kath Crumrine made a motion to nominate the following representatives as INC Officers:
Jim Webster - Vice Chair
Emily Mason - Chair
Dick Bakker - Secretary/Treasurer
Kathy Rich seconded the motion. All voted in favor of approval.
H) FYI/Discussion
H.1 01:22:16 Commission Liaison Update
Deputy Mayor Fischer gave his thoughts on his personal views about engagement and talked about the
city's efforts to engage. He talked about his appreciation for Boards. One of the things he has seen is
that INC does not feel heard, and he is interested in meeting with INC to learn more about how he can
improve as their Liaison. He also talked about the budget and his desire to elevate communications &
engagement.
Noah Ten Broek talked about the desire to have neighborhoods have more power over the areas they
are in/not having monoculture decisions. Mark Campanelli asked for clarity on
Fischer's comments. Mark Campanelli stated that there isn't enough trust and that's why this language
should be written in the charter. Angie asked how Deputy Mayor viewed the role of the Commission
Liaison. Kathy Rich said they are trying to engage various residents. Noah Ten Broek reiterated the
tension between renters and homeowners.
Douglas Fischer also provided information on upcoming City Commission agendas: June 23 is budget
adoption, and they will be discussing restructuring advisory boards in July. On August 4 they will discuss
housing and on August 25 discuss the B3/transitions. One of the big questions on the budget is how they
approach public safety/mental health, and the other is what they want to do with big projects like the
fire station and west side community center.
H.2 01:49:45 City Liaison Update
Takami Clark reminded neighborhood associations to turn in their annual reports. She also talked about
next month's meeting agenda and the upcoming BLOC Party at Story Mansion on August 27.
H.3 01:49:47 Neighborhood Written Updates & Follow-Up Questions
Liz Ann Kudrna highlighted the ADA Celebration on July 25.
Mark Campanelli highlighted a flood issues event and the Rush tour.
Angie Kociolek asked for a training on Roberts Rules.
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I) Adjournment
For more information please contact Emily Kiely, ekiely@bozeman.netThis board generally meets the
2nd Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6:00
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Kate Sutherland
SUBJECT:MSU Strategic Plan Discussion
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Listen to presentation, ask questions
STRATEGIC PLAN:1.1 Outreach: Continue to strengthen and innovate in how we deliver
information to the community and our partners.
BACKGROUND:It's an exciting time at Montana State University! Our university carries
tremendous momentum — we see it in the achievements of students and
faculty in our classrooms and laboratories, in the victories achieved by our
Bobcat student-athletes and across the state as we serve communities
through our land-grant mission.
Our current strategic plan, Choosing Promise, was adopted in 2019 and
amended in 2023. It has been valuable in shaping our campus and our
success as a university. The mission, vision and core values from that plan
will remain in place, but now is the time for us to generate new ideas, new
goals and ambitious and actionable strategic priorities that will take
Montana State to even greater heights.
Everyone at MSU cares so much about this university and about the great
state we call home. We know there are great ideas out there. We invite you
— challenge you — to take this opportunity and put those ideas on the table
and play an essential part in shaping the future of our university.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Attachments:
MSU Strategic Plan - City of Bozeman INC.pdf
Report compiled on: June 30, 2026
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MSU Strategic Plan Discussion
Inter Neighborhood Council
Background Information
It's an exciting time at Montana State University! Our university carries tremendous momentum — we see it in the
achievements of students and faculty in our classrooms and laboratories, in the victories achieved by our Bobcat
student-athletes and across the state as we serve communities through our land-grant mission.
Our current strategic plan, Choosing Promise, was adopted in 2019 and amended in 2023. It has been valuable in
shaping our campus and our success as a university. The mission, vision and core values from that plan will
remain in place, but now is the time for us to generate new ideas, new goals and ambitious and actionable
strategic priorities that will take Montana State to even greater heights.
Everyone at MSU cares so much about this university and about the great state we call home. We know there are
great ideas out there. We invite you — challenge you — to take this opportunity and put those ideas on the table
and play an essential part in shaping the future of our university.
Moderator Information
Kate Sutherland’s practice is focused on driving operating results for
entities in the higher education ecosystem, including institutions,
education technology companies, and non-profits. She comes to the work
as a former operator, having served as vice president of graduate and
professional student affairs and enrollment at Regis College. While there,
she launched more than 15 new programs, oversaw all adult learner
programs, and doubled graduate enrollment. Today, her work is focused on
helping clients adjust their short and long-term strategies to improve their
competitiveness and ensure long-term financial sustainability during a
period of significant transformation in the sector.
As a Managing Director at Tyton Partners, Kate specializes in helping clients
align their products and services to meet evolving student demand, instituting data-driven go-to-market strategies,
and developing transformative partnerships that honor institutional histories and mission. Her recent clients
include small private universities, large online-focused public universities, a non-profit college-to-workforce
enabler, independent high schools, and technology companies and publishers across K-12, higher-ed, and
workforce.
Before joining Tyton Partners, Kate provided strategic consulting at Public Consulting Group and led program
management at healthcare technology startup deNovis, Inc. She began her career in the Massachusetts State
Senate and Executive Office for Administration and Finance.
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Candace Mastel, Transportation Demand Management Coordinator
SUBJECT:Safe Routes to School Discussion
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Listen to presentation, ask questions
STRATEGIC PLAN:1.1 Outreach: Continue to strengthen and innovate in how we deliver
information to the community and our partners.
BACKGROUND:Candace Mastel, Transportation Demand Management Coordinator at the
City of Bozeman, will present information on the Safe Routes to School
program. She is interested in expanding this program to provide pop-up bike
rodeos to interested neighborhood associations. Bike rodeos are fun events
that teach kids about bike and traffic safety and are usually held in parks or
school parking lots. The City has hosted numerous bike rodeos throughout
the community and is interested in partnering more with neighborhood
associations on these events. Candace will be available to talk about the
program and answer questions.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Report compiled on: June 30, 2026
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Douglas Fischer, Deputy Mayor
SUBJECT:Commission Liaison Update
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:None
STRATEGIC PLAN:7.3 Best Practices, Creativity & Foresight: Utilize best practices, innovative
approaches, and constantly anticipate new directions and changes relevant
to the governance of the City. Be also adaptable and flexible with an
outward focus on the customer and an external understanding of the issues
as others may see them.
BACKGROUND:Standing item on INC agenda - the City Commission Liaison provides an
update of pertinent information for INC Reps and Neighborhoods.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Report compiled on: May 26, 2026
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Takami Clark, Communications & Engagement Manager
SUBJECT:City Liaison Update
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:None
STRATEGIC PLAN:7.3 Best Practices, Creativity & Foresight: Utilize best practices, innovative
approaches, and constantly anticipate new directions and changes relevant
to the governance of the City. Be also adaptable and flexible with an
outward focus on the customer and an external understanding of the issues
as others may see them.
BACKGROUND:Standing item on INC agenda - the City Liaison provides an update on
Neighborhoods Program work, Engagement at the City, and pertinent
information for INC Reps and Neighborhoods.
INC Social
Bozeman Creek draft plan open house on August 8
Neighborhoods Budget: City Commission approved our FY 27-28
budget. Here is a snapshot of the neighborhood-related line items that
you can look forward to seeing:
Meeting supplies for neighborhood meetings such as snacks and
drinks
Block party supplies such as games, a megaphone, chalk, tables,
etc.
Paint for neighborhood-led traffic calming projects
Neighborhood swag items such as stickers, coozies, or other
giveaways
Neighbor awards
Sandwich boards for events
Print mailers
Bobcat Welcome Event at Story Mansion
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
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Report compiled on: June 30, 2026
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council
FROM:Inter-Neighborhood Council Representatives
SUBJECT:Neighborhood Written Updates & Follow-Up Questions
MEETING DATE:July 9, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:None
STRATEGIC PLAN:7.3 Best Practices, Creativity & Foresight: Utilize best practices, innovative
approaches, and constantly anticipate new directions and changes relevant
to the governance of the City. Be also adaptable and flexible with an
outward focus on the customer and an external understanding of the issues
as others may see them.
BACKGROUND:Figgins Addition Neighborhood Association:
A few neighbors attended the MSU President's Reception on May 26. It was
a well-attended event and fun to have a chance to meet other
neighborhoods and some of the President's Executive Team members.
Figgins concerns expressed at the Q&A included stadium noise and increased
traffic on the 7th service road due to Bootes development.
We had our annual meeting on May 27. Speakers included Chris Dobbs from
MOR and Commissioners Fisher and Sweeney. We also elected new Steering
Committee Members.
Monday June 1 We had a Walk with the Commissioners event with
Commissioners Madgic and Fisher. Concerns around Kagy redevelopment
project, increased use of 7th service road used as a cut through, traffic safety
on 3rd, and Jarrett park improvements were some of the issues discussed.
The Figgins Annual Summer Bar B Q and potluck is planned for Sunday,
August 9.
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UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:None
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Report compiled on: June 30, 2026
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