HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-06-26 Public Comment - M. Veselik - Public Comment re_ agenda item J1–Community Ballot Issues Work Session_1From:Michael Veselik
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Subject:[EXTERNAL]Public Comment re: agenda item J1–Community Ballot Issues Work Session
Date:Tuesday, October 6, 2026 11:53:12 AM
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Hello Bozeman City Commission—
My name is Mike Veselik and I write to you today wholly in my personal capacity as a
resident of Bozeman. Tonight, as you consider the potential ballot issues you may proposeto voters in 2027, I strongly urge the Commission to give unique weight to issues that can
benefit families with young children such as a west side library and aquatics facility.
As a father of two young girls, the opportunities are minimal in town for us to go out as afamily to enjoy activities at little cost. Further, the facilities the City does have such as
Bogert Pool do not prioritize the needs of families with young children. The pool is closedthe entire morning for lap swimmers and lessons when families would take advantage of
more opportunities to use city infrastructure.
To keep Bozeman a friendly and welcoming city, it needs to remain friendly and welcomingto families that are raising children in the community. The children who grow up here are
the most likely people to choose to live here in adulthood and raise their families here. Let’sget them started with a good relationship to city government by prioritizing their needs for
good outdoor spaces, learning opportunities, and places to enjoy their favorite activities byproposing to voters bonds that support long-term infrastructure investment focused on
families.
Please consider the fact that many, many parents in this community will not have the timeor energy to write in on the ballot measures under consideration between their careers,
raising kids, and running their households. They are relying on you to keep their interestfront of mind. Best of luck as you weigh the decisions in front of you!
Mike
Michael Veselik cell: 708.738.3104