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Home My WebLink About09-10-26 - InterNeighborhood Council - Agendas & Packet MaterialsA. Call meeting to order - 4:30 p.m. B. Disclosures C. Changes to the Agenda D. Public Service Announcements E. Approval of Minutes E.1 Approve Minutes from August 13, 2026 (Clark) F. Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and Jurisdiction of the Board G. FYI/Discussion G.1 Roberts Rules Training(Clark) G.2 Commission Liaison Update(Fischer ) G.3 City Liaison Update(Clark) THE INTER-NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA INC AGENDA Thursday, September 10, 2026 This meeting will be held both in-person and also using an online video conferencing system. You can join this meeting: Via Video Conference: Click the Register link, enter the required information, and click submit. Click Join Now to enter the meeting. Via Phone: This is for listening only if you cannot watch the stream, channel 190, or attend in- person United States Toll +1 669 900 9128 Access code: 960 8158 0066 This is the time to comment on any non-agenda matter falling within the scope of the Inter- 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. 1 G.4 Neighborhood Updates(INC Reps) H. Adjournment For more information please contact Emily Kiely, emily.kiely@bozemanmt.gov. This board generally meets on 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. 2 Memorandum REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council FROM:Takami Clark, Communications & Engagement Manager SUBJECT:Approve Minutes from August 13, 2026 MEETING DATE:September 10, 2026 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION:Approve Minutes from August 13, 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 August 13, 2026 meeting are attached. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:None FISCAL EFFECTS:None Attachments: 20260813 INC Minutes.pdf Report compiled on: August 31, 2026 3 Inter Neighborhood Council Meeting Minutes, August 13, 2026 Page 1 of 3 THE INTER-NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA MINUTES August 13, 2026 A) 00:02:09 Call meeting to order - 4:30 p.m. Meeting was called to order at 4:31 PM. B) 00:05:04 Disclosures Beth Boyson disclosed that she is married to Brian Close, who is serving in the state legislature. C) 00:05:30 Changes to the Agenda There were no changes to the agenda. D) 00:05:32 Approval of Minutes Beth Boyson moved to approve the minutes as submitted. Angie Kociolek seconded the motion. All voted in approval. D.1 Approve Minutes from July 7, 2026 20260709 INC Minutes.pdf E) 00:05:59 Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and Jurisdiction of the Board Daniel Carty asked if there will be public comment on the Zone Edge Transitions discussion. Emily Mason confirmed that there will be, and he saved his comment for that discussion. F) FYI/Discussion F.1 00:07:38 Zone Edge Transitions Discussion Karen Filipovich introduced herself and the presentation on Zone Edge Transitions. She provided an overview of what will be discussed in the presentation. She then talked about what transitions are and where current transition requirements are. She provided a tour of different zoning areas, including Kirk Park, Valley Unit, Valley West & The Lakes, Figgins, South of Bogert Park, B3 area, Midtown, North side, 4 Inter Neighborhood Council Meeting Minutes, August 13, 2026 Page 2 of 3 and NEHMU. She also talked about which zones have current transition requirements. She presented 1a standards and an example, 1b standards and an example, 2a standards, and 2b standards. She then talked about some take-home points on transition requirements and areas that will not/may not maximize the building envelope. She wrapped up the presentation with other considerations. Jim Webster thanked Karen for the presentation and talked about the origin of how this topic got on the agenda. Angie Kociolek asked when transitions were added to the UDC, and Chris Saunders gave context around when things changed. Angie asked if it was an improvement and if we have learned from certain projects. Mark Campanelli asked about spot zoning and if it is illegal. He then asked about how the Affordable Housing Ordinance height plays in transitions. Noah Ten Broek talked about his frustrations around how Bozeman has developed. Rick Kerin talked about a commercial area in Paris and how tall buildings should be located elsewhere. Dan Carty gave public comment, thanking the Commissioners for doing a Walk with a Commissioner on this topic and thanking Karen for the presentation. He also talked about how he wants to see building height limited and how Midtown neighbors have captured what has happened in Bozeman in their writing. Natsuki Nakamura gave public comment as well about improvements in the UDC and whether there should be transition or setback requirements regardless of street width or certain zones. Mark talked about whether properties are underbuilt or over-zoned. Emily Mason talked about the opportunity Bozeman has in how it develops and is concerned that we are heading the wrong way. She also talked about wanting to see the height of downtown buildings at 60 ft and see taller buildings elsewhere. Jim Webster talked about the Ives building and the noise that comes from the building because of the design. He also talked about how the Armory is a good example of a taller building. Mark added a comment about the zone map and harsh transition areas. Noah commented that people aren't biking at buildings like the Ives. Jim is interested in getting more feedback on this topic from their neighborhoods. Zone Edge Transitions in Bozeman.pdf F.2 01:32:26 Integrated Water Resource Plan Update (5 minutes) Beth Boyson shared that the IWRP WAC has been ranking alternatives and shared the list with INC. They are working on preparing a report/recommendation for City Commission by November. Mark Campanelli asked if they were looking at beaver dams in the list of alternatives. F.3 01:24:16 Commission Liaison Update Douglas Fischer provided an update on what's coming up on the Commission calendar, which in August includes taxes and height/b3/zone edge transitions. On Sept. 15, they're looking at updating the cash-in- lieu of water rights fee. On Oct. 6, they're looking at community ballot issues for 2027. On Oct. 27, they're looking at housekeeping issues in the UDC. He encouraged INC to provide comments/recommendations. F.4 01:37:08 City Liaison Update Takami Clark shared an update reminding people about the BLOC Party at MSU, the upcoming Urban Forest Management Plan engagement meeting, and the Engagement Framework draft plan. F.5 01:38:11 Neighborhood Written Updates & Follow-Up Questions KP Yard Sale 2.jpeg Beth Boyson shared information on the MDT project at Kagy and Sourdough. 5 Inter Neighborhood Council Meeting Minutes, August 13, 2026 Page 3 of 3 Mark Campanelli shared that a boy was struck by a car near the pool. Kath Crumrine asked to have more time for neighborhood updates. Jim Webster asked for feedback on voting procedures in his neighborhood association. KP Yard Sale.jpeg July 2026 VUNA report.pdf G) Adjournment For more information, please contact Emily Kiely, Emily.kiely@bozemanmt.gov. This board generally meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6:00 6 Memorandum REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council FROM:Dan Clark, Director of the Local Government Center at MSU SUBJECT:Roberts Rules Training MEETING DATE:September 10, 2026 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION:Listen to presentation, ask questions 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: Dan Clark, Director of the MSU Local Government Center, will provide an overview of effective meeting management practices and the most common parliamentary procedures, offering practical tools to improve meeting efficiency, participation, and decision-making. INC reps will have an opportunity to ask questions after the presentation. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:None FISCAL EFFECTS:N/A Report compiled on: September 1, 2026 7 Memorandum REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council FROM:Douglas Fischer, Deputy Mayor SUBJECT:Commission Liaison Update MEETING DATE:September 10, 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: September 2, 2026 8 Memorandum REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council FROM:Takami Clark, Communications & Engagement Manager SUBJECT:City Liaison Update MEETING DATE:September 10, 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:All annual reports are now in! We shared the report data with the Commission for their review. Here are a few takeaways we noted: There is good appreciation for the work Emily is doing, but a frequent desire to see time dedicated solely to neighborhoods. Many neighbors are interested in seeing how they can use technology to communicate better. Many groups appreciate the Coffee/Walks with a Commissioner or seeing a Commissioner at their meetings. Some mentioned wanting to see the Commission Liaison advocate more on behalf of INC and see the Commission act in INC's interests. Recruiting new and diverse members remains a challenge, and not everyone has the time to devote to a dedicated position in the neighborhood. Many want to see increased financial support from the City for gatherings. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:None FISCAL EFFECTS:None Report compiled on: June 30, 2026 9 Memorandum REPORT TO:Inter-Neighborhood Council FROM:Inter-Neighborhood Council Representatives SUBJECT:Neighborhood Updates MEETING DATE:September 10, 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:Pertinent updates from INC Representatives will be shared. Beth from the New Hyalite View Neighborhood Association will share information about the MDT meetings for I-90 and the Kagy intersection. South Central Association of Neighbors The SCAN Steering Committee met on October 24 th and discussed supporting the city’s push for bearproof garbage totes if no extra charge. SCAN likes the new stop signs and wonder why it took so long to bring this about? The key thing is that they are in place now. We are planning for our Annual Meeting November 14th. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:None 10 FISCAL EFFECTS:None Report compiled on: September 2, 2026 11