HomeMy WebLinkAbout028_Appendix AA - SUD Park-Parks Master Plan 2026 UpdateSOUTH UNIVERSITY DISTRICT
SOUTHWOOD PARK
PARKS MASTER PLAN
UPDATE
APRIL 2026
Prepared For:
Prepared By:
RTR Holdings II, LLC
This April 2026 Parks Master Plan Update supersedes and replaces the previous version dated April
2023.
Executive Summary of April 2026 Parks Master Plan Update
The purpose of this 2026 Parks Master Plan Update is to reflect the passage of time and document key
changes that have occurred since the initiation of park construction. These updates include:
• Revised information and graphics illustrating park development phasing
• Minor modifications to the site plan, primarily involving a slight northward shift of Arnold Street
to preserve the existing irrigation ditch, resulting in a modest reduction in total park area
• Refined cost estimates to more accurately represent the actual and anticipated expenses
associated with park improvements
• Consideration of the proposed subdivision of Block 3 into Lots 1A and 1B, which reduces the
overall parkland requirement
Relationship to the April 2023 Parks Master Plan
Purpose of this April 2026 Parks Master Plan Update
2025 Aerial Image of Southwood Park (north end)
South University District - Southwood Park
Parks Master Plan Update
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Parks Master Plan Update
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Contents
Executive Summary of April 2026 Parks Master Plan Update ......................2
Section 1 .........................................................................................................4
Project Location & History .......................................................................................4
Project Scope ...........................................................................................................5
Parkland Open Space & Amenities..........................................................................6
Dedicated Parkland & Open Space .........................................................................7
Parkland Tracking Table ...........................................................................................7
Project Phasing ......................................................................................................10
Trail Network ...........................................................................................................11
Signage Master Plan ...............................................................................................11
Vegetation ...............................................................................................................12
Vegetation (cont.) .....................................................................................................13
Irrigation...................................................................................................................13
Soils .........................................................................................................................14
Playgrounds ............................................................................................................14
Trails ........................................................................................................................15
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................16
Section 2 .......................................................................................................21
Soils Information ......................................................................................................21
Section 3 .......................................................................................................27
Park Amenities .......................................................................................................27
Section 4 .......................................................................................................29
Park Cost Estimates Per Phase ..............................................................................29
Section 5 .......................................................................................................33
Parkland Calculations ............................................................................................33
Section 6 .......................................................................................................34
Landscape Site Plan .............................................................................................34
SECTION 1 - PARK INFORMATION 4
South University District - Southwood Park
Parks Master Plan Update
April 2026
Section 1
The South University District occupies 127 acres located between South 19th Avenue and South 11th
Avenue, south of Kagy Boulevard. Phase 3 of development includes site plan developments of Lot 1
of Block 1; Lot 1 of Block 2; Lots 1A and 1B of Block 3; and Lot 1 of Block 4 with associated parkland
development at City Park 3 (13.36 acres). City Park 3 is bounded by Stucky Road, South 17th Avenue,
Arnold Street, and City Park 2 to the east. The land that makes up City Park 3 has been used primarily
for agriculture and livestock production for many years. The site’s proximity to downtown and the
university make it an excellent location for expanded park amenities and recreational opportunities.
There is one watercourse that flows north/south through the park as well as 1.26 acres of jurisdictional
wetlands. These watercourse connections provide the opportunity to create open space and an
extensive trail system connecting the surrounding neighborhoods.
The 2013 South University District Master Plan was conceptualized by The City of Bozeman, Locati
Architects, Morrison-Maierle Engineers, Hensley Lamkin Rachel Inc, Campus Suites LLC, and Stahly
Engineering Associates Inc. In total, it encompasses 126.93 acres of land area, with multiple phases of
development. The original master plan for the district is included on the next page.
Currently, there are four developments that plan to each contribute to improvements at City Park 3:
Lot 1 of Block 1; Lot 1 of Block 2; Lots 1A and 1B of Block 3; and Lot 1of Block 4. The master concept
plan for City Park 3 is outlined in this document and aligns with the original goals for the South
University District Master Plan. It aims to preserve and enhance the existing watercourses, provide
a comprehensive multi-modal trail system, include a variety of recreational activities, and create a
functional, inviting landscape.
0.5 MILE RADIUS
PAVILION OR PLAY AREAS
GRAN CIELO PARK
ENTERPRISE PARK
ALDERCREEK PARK
JARRETT PARK GRAFS EAST PARK
LANGOHRGARDENS PARK
MSU CAMPUS
FUTURE SOUTH UNIVERSITY PARK
PAVILION OR PLAY AREAS
PAVILION OR PLAY AREAS
2013 South University District Master Plan
Project Location & History
SECTION 1 - PARK INFORMATION 5
South University District - Southwood Park
Parks Master Plan Update
April 2026
The Parks Master Plan for Southwood Park is comprised of a dedicated park area and a network
of trails. The primary objective of this document is to describe the initial level of development and
maintenance of the park and trails. The second objective is to show a concept for future recreation
facilities that could complement those improvements installed by the developer.
Guiding Ideas:
• Provide connections between residential neighborhoods and park / open space areas
• Provide variety in recreation experiences and opportunities
• Provide areas for passive and active recreation
• Protect, retain, and improve native and natural drainage corridors
• Address current parkland needs while also minimizing impacts to wetlands and streams
• Minimize hard or impervious surfaces
CITY
PARK 3
KAGY BLVD
LOT 1A of
LOT 1 of BLOCK
LOT 1 of BLOCK
LOT 1 of BLOCK
*Source: 2013 South University District Master Plan
Project Location & History (cont.)
ARNOLD ST.
STUCKY ROADS. 19TH AVELOT 1B of S. 17th AVE.Project Scope
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Parks Master Plan Update
April 2026
The required parkland up to 8 dwelling units/
acre for all South University Phase 3 parcels
(Lot 1 of Block 1; Lot 1 of Block 2; Lots 1A and
1B of Block 3; and Lot 1 of Block 4) has already
been dedicated to the City of Bozeman as City
Park 3. The value of cash or improvements-in-
lieu required for up to 8-12 dwelling units/acre
will be provided by the master developer, RTR II
Holdings LLC over several phases and seasons
of construction activity. Plans of proposed and
actual park improvements are included within this
submittal.
The park area contains wetlands, ponds, trails,
playgrounds, manicured lawns, pavilions, and
other major park amenities. Of the 13.36 acres of
parkland, approximately 5.68 acres is comprised
of the Arnold Street easement, wetlands, ponds,
or watercourse setback, resulting in 7.68 acres of
qualifying acreage. This is less than the required
amount by 3.37 acres. This will be made up
with equivalent Improvements-In-Lieu of a value of
$389,012.
The Cash-In-Lieu required based on residential
density for the adjacent Phase 3 blocks will
be proposed as Improvements-in-Lieu to the
parks totaling 5.52 acres or $637,196 worth of
improvements, bringing the total required Cash
or Improvements-In-Lieu value to approximately
$1,026,208.
The following section outlines the installation and
maintenance of all City Park 3 improvements. The
plan puts emphasis on open, maintained areas
for passive and active recreation. Two areas of
parkland are adjacent to stream corridor and wetland
areas. The natural character of these areas will be
maintained to the greatest extent possible. Plantings
along the watercourse shall be appropriate to the
environment. The use of drought tolerant species and
groundcovers will be prioritized.
Parkland Open Space & Amenities
SECTION 1 - PARK INFORMATION 7
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Parks Master Plan Update
April 2026
Financing
All Park and street boulevards adjacent to the
parks will be constructed with the subdivision
improvements and financed by the developer.
Construction
Any and all site work (including trails) must be
preceded by a pre-construction meeting with the
City of Bozeman, 30 days prior to construction
start. All plans, improvements, structures, and
plantings must be approved by the city prior to
installation. Building Permits are required for any
structural improvements. Any deviation from the
Park Master Plan must be submitted to the City of
Bozeman and approved before construction.
Planned Amenities
The development of parkland amenities will be
constructed by the developer to meet the Parks
Master Plan goals. The current list of planned
amenities for Phase 1 includes:
1. 6’ Wide Class II trails along the west side of
the north/south stream corridor
2. Great lawn and community gathering space
with picnic tables, and seating
3. Playground area at major trail node with seat-
ing and picnic pavilion
4. Bridge across the wetland area connecting
the active west side of the park with the open
lawn area on the east side of the watercourse
5. Dog park with areas for ball toss and agility
6. Benches at intermittent intervals along
streams and paths where necessary
The current list of amenities for future consider-
ation includes:
1. Bandshell/performance stage at great lawn
2. Secondary east/west watercourse crossing at
north half of park
3. All-wheels element between great lawn and
playground/pavilion area for skateboards,
bikes, scooters, and wheelchairs
Master Parkland Tracking Table For:
SUD Phase 3 (Lot 1 of Block 1; Lot 1 of Block 2; Lots 1A and 1B of Block 3; Lot 1 of Block 4)
Net Residential Land Area (Acres)46.20 Acres
Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC 11.05 Acres
Provided Parkland - Gross (Acres)13.36 Acres
Provided Parkland - Qualifying (Acres) 7.68 Acres
Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 3.37 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $389,012
Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC (Acres)5.52 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $637,196
Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.65
Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $1,026,208
Total Improvements-In-Lieu Provided
Total Cash-In-Lieu Provided
$1,158,287
$0
Grand Total IIL & CIL Provided $1,158,287
Dedicated Parkland & Open Space
Parkland Tracking Table
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Parkland Tracking Table For:
(Lot 1 of Block 2)
Net Residential Land Area (Acres)8.60 Acres
Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC 2.06 Acres
Provided Parkland - Gross (Acres)2.65 Acres (19.8% of City Park 3)
Provided Parkland - Qualifying (Acres) 1.90 Acres
Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 0.16 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $18,469
Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC (Acres)1.03 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $118,897
Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.65
Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $137,366
Parkland Tracking Table For:
(Lot 1 of Block 1)
Net Residential Land Area (Acres)8.20 Acres
Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC 1.97 Acres
Provided Parkland - Gross (Acres) 2.43 Acres (18.2% of City Park 3)
Provided Parkland - Qualifying (Acres) 1.87 Acres
Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 0.10 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $11,543
Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC (Acres)0.98 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $113,125
Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.65
Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $124,669
Parkland Tracking Table For:
(Lots 1A and 1B of Block 3)
Net Residential Land Area (Acres)17.51 Acres
Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC 4.20 Acres
Provided Parkland - Gross (Acres)4.98 Acres (37.3% of City Park 3)
Provided Parkland - Qualifying (Acres) 1.86 Acres
Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 2.34 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $270,116
Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC (Acres)2.10 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $242,411
Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.65
Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $512,527
Parkland Tracking Table (cont.)
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Parkland Tracking Table (cont.)
Parkland Tracking Table For:
(Lot 1A of Block 4)
Net Residential Land Area (Acres)11.89 Acres
Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC 2.82 Acres
Provided Parkland - Gross (Acres)3.30 Acres (24.7% of City Park 3)
Provided Parkland - Qualifying (Acres) 2.05 Acres
Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 0.77 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $88,884
Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC (Acres)1.41 Acres
Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $162,762
Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.65
Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $251,646
PHASE 1 - (Completed)
PHASE 2
PHASING KEY
Improvements for the park were initially intended
to be constructed in a single construction phase,
however changing civil infrastructure installation
timelines have caused the park to be completed
in phases over several years. Details of these
improvements are described below:
Enhance and replant stream corridor and
constructed detention ponds
• Build street infrastructure improvements
including boulevard planting along South 17th
Avenue, Stucky Road, and Arnold Street, and
including 3 van-accessible ADA spaces along
South 17th Avenue.
• Construct landscape berms and topography
using topsoil from adjacent lots.
• Construct a wetland bridge crossing
connecting east/west between City Park 2 and
City Park 3.
• Construct park trail improvements including
a north/south 6’ Wide Class II trail along the
west side of the stream corridor and other 5’
and 6’ wide connecting sidewalks.
• Install driveable access lane for maintenance
or food truck access to northwest corner of
park.
• Install furnishings at this food truck area
including picnic tables, bike racks, and
infrastructure for future electric hookups.
• Install furnishings along the trails and at the
primary central gathering node including a
shade structure, bike racks, picnic tables,
benches, and a playground area. The
playground area will include 2 separate areas
- a playground for children ages 2-6 and a
playground for children ages 6-12.
• Install a dog park west of north/south stream
corridor with fencing and benches.
2026 Park Status Update:
• Phase 1 has been constructed and was
accepted in 2025 by the City of Bozeman.
• Phase 2 is nearly completed and is anticipated
to be accepted by the City of Bozeman in
2026.
• Phase 3 will be completed with Block 3
subdivision improvements.
• All park IIL amenities are located in Phases 1
and 2.
The master plan also accounts for future elements
that could be added by the Parks Department.
Details of these improvements are described
below:
• Designate location for a secondary bridge
crossing at north half of park.
• Designate area for future Bozeman Band
bandshell or performance stage.
• Designate area for future all wheels park
between the great lawn and playground.
• Future electric hookups and pavilion lighting
using topsoil from adjacent lots.
PHASE 3 - (To be Completed With Block 3 Subdivision
Improvements)
FUTURE PHASE ELEMENTS(by others)
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Project Phasing
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Signage Key
Primary Park Sign
Directional Trail Totem
(Install as Future Improvement)
Educational Sign by
Gallatin Watershed Council
Trail Key*
10’ Width
Transportation Pathway
Existing Sidewalks & Trails
5’-6’ Width
Recreation Pathway
*Final trail width and
specifications to be built
according to park construction
documents.
Trail Network
Signage Master Plan
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Vegetation
All vegetation shall be quality nursery stock
and construction documents will dictate further
specifications and species selection. A variety of
species shall be selected to ensure that a pest
or disease event does not decimate the entire
project. Trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants will
be chosen for their size, hardiness, and aesthetic
nature. Plants used will be regionally native and/
or adapted to the extent possible.
Trees
All trees are subject to approval by the City of
Bozeman. Tree selection should be based on the
recommended species list provided by the City of
Bozeman. Tree size and selection shall be var-
ied to create visual interest and a varied genetic
palette.
Recommended Tree List
Colorado Blue Spruce
Northwoods Red Maple
Quaking Aspen
Cottonwood
Common Honey Locust
Spring Snow Crabapple
American Linden
Norway Maple
American Elm
Shrubs
Shrubs used within the watercourse setback will
be used to enhance the existing native vegeta-
tion, increase native habitat, and provide a varied
visual experience. Plants will be chosen based
on hardiness, aesthetic quality, and size. The City
Forester will approve final plant selection for all
woody plant material.
Recommended Shrub List
Booth Willow
Bebb’s Willow
Yellow Willow
Peachleaf Willow
Red Osier Dogwood
Alder
Common Chokecherry
Grasses
Herbaceous seed mixes will be dictated by the
construction documents. In general, turf areas
will receive a Kentucky bluegrass mix, detention
areas will be seeded with a mix tolerant of wet
conditions. All areas disturbed by construction will
be properly prepared and seeded with a narrow
spacing drill seeder. Before seeding, the soil shall
be loosened to a minimum depth of six inches to
improve initial root development and amended if
necessary. The soil will not be compacted in any
manner. Sufficient compaction is readily achieved
through the grading process and normal rainfall.
Fertilizer should be applied prior to planting to
insure healthy plant development.
Recommended Turf Grass Mix (Dedicated
Parkland and Boulevards)
Pennfine Perennial Rye 30%
Glade Kentucky Bluegrass 30%
Baron Kentucky Bluegrass 30%
Pennlawn Creeping Red Fescue 10%
Recommended Native Grass Mix (Disturbed
areas and Water Detention areas)
Common Name
Scientific Name Pounds/Acre*
Slender wheatgrass
Agropyron trachycaulum 4.0
“Sodar” streambank wheatgrass
Agropyron riparium 5.0
Canada wildrye
Elymus Canadensis 4.0
Covar sheep fescue
Festuca ovina 1.0
Western wheatgrass
Agropryon smithii 4.0
*Based on a drill-seeding rate of approximately
18.0 pounds PLS (pure live seed) per acre. The
rates will be doubled for hand broadcast seeding,
which is 36.0 pounds PLS per acre.
Vegetation
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Watercourse Setback Plantings
Any area disturbed within the watercourse set-
back shall be reclaimed with native plant material.
Area of disturbance will be assessed at time of
construction. Appropriate plantings will be deter-
mined by a professional landscape designer and
submitted to the City of Bozeman for approval
before construction.
Recommended Plant Species for Watercourse
Setback
Common Name
Scientific Name Pounds/Acre*
Slender wheatgrass
Agropyron trachycaulum 10.0
“Sodar” streambank wheatgrass
Agropyron riparium 3.0
Tufted hairgrass
Deschampsia cespitosa 3.0
Fowl bluegrass
Poa palustris 0.25
American mannagrass
Glyceria grandis 0.25
Slender rush
Juncus tenuis 0.06
*Based on a drill-seeding rate of approximately
16.56 pounds PLS per acre. The rates will be dou-
bled for hand broadcast seeding, which is 33.12
pounds PLS per acre. Arctic rush (Juncus articus)
can be substituted for slender rush.
All irrigation systems will be designed to meet
City of Bozeman requirements.
All main lines shall be Schedule 40 PVC. Pipe
shall be installed at a minimum depth of twelve
(12) inches, main lines at eighteen inch minimum
depth. If this depth is unachievable, the Parks
Division must be consulted. No stacking of irri-
gation lines shall be permitted. Four (4) inches
of sand shall be placed beneath pipe, and four
(4) inches of sand above the pipe, to prevent
compaction and settling. Sprinkler heads will be
installed on manufactured swing joints (sched-
ule 80 w/ o-rings). Heads to be installed must be
approved by the Parks Division and shall be gear
driven, with interchangeable nozzle sizes, unless
noted otherwise. They should also be capable of
producing the specified gpm and coverage area
and shall be set to manufacturers’ specifications.
Electrical locate tape shall be installed along all
lines. Upon completion of installation, all warranty
and maintenance information, as well as well logs
and pump warranties and information, if applica-
ble, and an “as- built” map shall be supplied to
the City of Bozeman Parks Division.
Vegetation (cont.)Irrigation
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All soils to be used on public park land shall be
inspected by and meet the approval of City of
Bozeman Parks Division Staff prior to installation
and shall meet the minimum depth requirement
of 6 inches. All rock more than 1 inch in diameter
shall be removed. Soil tests (a sieve analysis and
soil analysis) shall be performed prior to planting
to determine the classification and texture of the
soils, along with any nutrient deficiencies. The
classification and texture will determine what
amendments, if any, are needed, while the soil
analysis will help correct any nutrient problems
with a pre-plant fertilization.
* Guidelines for soils - The soil will be deemed
acceptable if: it is less than 35% clay and less
than 70% sand and 70% silt. Ph must not exceed
8.4. The soil will be screened at 1” minus for rocks
and debris; topsoil depth will be at least 6 inch-
es. The subbase, after grading, will be scarified
to a depth of twelve inches to insure drainage
throughout the profile.
Amendments may vary depending on existing
soils but will generally consist of 60% coarse sand
(generally concrete sand), 20% organics (C: N ra-
tio below 30) and 20% approved native soil. Soils
will be mixed, prior to installation, with a screener
/ mixer machine, or applied in layers on site and
mixed thoroughly with a deep rototiller. Depth
of amended soil will be a minimum of ten (10)
inches. There will be no compaction following the
grading process. Fertilizer, and the rate at which it
will be applied, should be dictated by the soil test
report.
Playgrounds shall be installed on parkland man-
aged by the City of Bozeman. All playgrounds
must be approved by a Certified Playground
Safety Inspector (CPSI) and meet ASTM F1487-
01, CPSC and ADA guidelines and specifications.
Playgrounds shall be age appropriate, for area
served, and be signed accordingly. There shall
be an adequate use zone area around equip-
ment, approved material in use zone, which
meets impact attenuation criteria as specified in
ASTM 1292, and adequate drainage. All installa-
tion plans, materials list, construction guidelines,
maintenance information and manufacturer’s
name shall be supplied to the City of Bozeman’s
Parks Division, upon completion of playground
installation. All work will be overseen and ap-
proved by a CPSI. No wooden structures will be
approved.
Final selection of play equipment will be sub-
ject to City of Bozeman approval. Cut sheets for
preferred equipment are provided in this submittal
under Section 4.
Soils Playgrounds
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Class I Trails
1. Single surfaced tread width of ten feet.
2. The minimum acceptable trail easement width
is 25 feet.
3. Wood chips are not an acceptable tread mate-
rial for Class I trails.
4. Trail entrances will be signed describing the
degree of ADA access.
5. All above items may be modified to meet cur-
rent ADA specifications.
6. To provide adequate visibility for safety, min-
imum cleared zone will be tread width plus
2 feet to either side of the tread and 10 feet
vertical.
Class I Trails - Asphalt
1. Single surfaced tread with width of ten feet.
2. Minimum cross slope of 2% or maximum 5%
and a 1 foot wide gravel border along each
edge.
3. The trail bed shall consist of a minimum of 6
inches of crushed gravel, compacted to 95%
of maximum density.
4. The overlay shall consist of 2.5 inches of as-
phalt compacted to 93% of maximum density.
Class I Trails - Concrete
1. Minimum cross slope of 2% or maximum 5%.
Where terrain allows, slope of trail should not
exceed 12:1. A 10% maximum grade is al-
lowed for a maximum distance of 30 feet.
2. The tread material including any base course
will have a total minimum thickness of eight
inches.
3. Tread will be raised above adjacent surfac-
es and have a 1-to-2-inch crown. Where this
requirement is not possible; the tread will have
a 2% cross slope and/or side ditches outside
the cleared zone. Stream crossings will be
over culverts or bridges. Only dips or slot-en-
trance drainpipe will be used for cross tread
water stops.
Class II Trails
1. Shall be a minimum of 72 inches in width.
2. Trail bed must be excavated a minimum of 6
inches deep, prior to installation of tread mix.
3. All existing organic material shall be complete-
ly removed from the proposed trail location
and subgrade sterilized.
4. Tread mix shall be installed in two parts. The
first 3 inch lift shall be of ¾” Road mix, com-
pacted, and then the top 3 inches of 3/8th
inch minus gravel (natural fines).
5. Natural fines used for these trails shall con-
sist of 80% sand, 10% silt and 10% clay. If the
material falls outside of these parameters,
the City Of Bozeman Parks Divisions must
be consulted for approval or modification. If
the natural fines tread mix does not contain
enough clay or silt binder, additional binder
must be mixed in.
6. Alternative soil stabilizer products are accept-
able, but must be approved by the City of
Bozeman Parks Division.
7. Trail bed must be filled up to original surface
along both edges with a cross slope of 2%
cross slope to provide for water drainage and
meet ADA requirements.
8. Tread mix must be rolled flat and compact-
ed after installation, maintaining a 2% cross
slope. (If moisture content is not adequate for
compaction, water should be added prior to
rolling and compacting).
9. Where terrain allows, slope of trail should not
exceed 20:1 with a cross slope no greater
than 50:1 (2%) to provide for ADA accessibil-
ity.
10. All damage to surrounding features and/or
vegetation shall be reclaimed immediately.
11. Encroaching weeds, due to trail construction,
shall be treated and controlled for a minimum
of 2 years after trail section is completed.
12. Minimum overhead clearance shall be 96”
for pedestrian and bike traffic, and 120” for
equestrian traffic.
Trails
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Responsible Party
With the creation of the City-Wide Park
Maintenance District, the City of Bozeman is
responsible for all maintenance of recreation
and other facilities within dedicated parks and
adjacent sidewalks and boulevards. The Declarant
will be responsible for maintaining newly-installed
landscaping and parkland until such phases of
the park are completed and accepted by the
City. At such time, the City of Bozeman Parks
Department will assume all maintenance.
The Association maintenance responsibilities are:
to maintain all the stormwater basins within the
Park, and to maintain the agricultural water users
irrigation pipeline(s) in the Park.
Trees and Shrubs
The City of Bozeman Parks Department will
perform park maintenance after each phase is
finished and accepted by the City. Maintenance
duties to be performed by the City will consist of
spring and fall clean-up, routine mowing, lawn
patching, care, and replacement of dead trees
and/or shrubs, and tree trimming and pruning.
Trails
Natural fines trails are not intended to be plowed.
These trails will be inspected regularly and
receive routine surface maintenance to prevent
erosion or unsafe conditions.
Turf Care
Native grass areas should be mowed 3-4 times
per year dependent on rainfall levels. The first
mowing should occur at the end of May, and the
second mowing should take place around mid-
July, with the final mowing in mid-October.
Kentucky Bluegrass areas should be maintained
at a 3” minimum blade length and should receive
approximately 12” water between June 1 and late
September. This translates to about 1” water per
week for lawn areas. Mowing will not be done
during extremely wet periods or when sub-grade
is saturated or with standing water. Established
lawns can receive a deep, but less frequent
watering to conserve water.
Noxious Weed Control
A weed control program will be performed by
the City of Bozeman. Recommended is an an-
nual visit in June to spot spray where necessary,
including trails and sidewalks. Weeds should be
sprayed by a licensed contractor, according to
industry and local standards, on a regular basis,
using appropriate applications and products.
The utmost care should be taken to protect water
sources, park users, and adjacent property own-
ers. Signs shall be posted prior to application in
appropriate and noticeable locations identifying
the product applied and the date applied. Signs
should remain in place for a minimum of two days
after treatment. Records shall be maintained by
the City of Bozeman Parks Division.
Fertilization
Fertilization should be minimized to prevent un-
necessarily high amounts of nutrients running off
into streams and wetlands on and off the site. No
fertilizer should be applied within 50ft of streams
or wetlands to further minimize the potential for
contamination through run-off. Trees and shrubs
inside the 50ft buffer should be monitored and if
fertilization is necessary, capsule fertilizer should
be used.
Lawns should be fertilized once in spring with a
24-4-24 blend after the last frost and with a 21-3-
21 in mid to late summer. It is recommended that
slow-release fertilizer be used to prevent exces-
sive shoot growth and to provide turf nutrition
over an extended period of time. Lawns should
be fertilized as needed according to industry
standards. Annual soil test should be performed
to check nutrient levels and determine whether
changes are necessary.
Outside the 50ft buffer, shade trees should be fer-
tilized in April with a 16-10-9 blend plus iron and
zinc. Other trees should be fertilized with food
spikes, but no fertilization of woody vegetation
should occur past mid-July. Trees under one year
old should not be fertilized.
Evergreens should be pruned as necessary in
June and shade tree pruning should be done in
April, except for birches and maples. Birches and
maples should be pruned in mid-July to prevent
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bleeding. All trees should be continually moni-
tored for pests and diseases throughout the grow-
ing season. Woody vegetation should be deep
watered right before the ground freezes.
Snow and Leaf Removal
Snow and leaf removal will be performed with-
in the park by the City of Bozeman. The City of
Bozeman will be responsible for clearing snow on
sidewalks along roadways adjacent to the Park.
Snow removal is not intended to be performed on
the natural fines trails.
Animal Control
Pets should be leashed at all times while in the
parks and open space and residents must clean
up after their pets. If rodents become a problem
with regards to damaging plant material or posing
a health risk to residents or pots, rodent control
should be utilized. However, no poison is permit-
ted within the park.
Refuse
All refuse within the park will be collected by the
City, and containers will be maintained by the
City.
Irrigation System
The irrigation system should be charged in April,
after the ground thaws and plants start growing.
The manual drain valves should be turned to
the closed position and well pump power switch
turned on. The controller should be programmed
for the anticipated water requirements for the
current month. All heads should be checked for
breakage and proper coverage and check month-
ly for necessary adjustments. Drip emitters should
be periodically checked, and the entire system
should be regularly monitored for line breaks,
head breakage, and vandalism.
Head replacement should be done with the same
brand to ensure efficient coverage for the sys-
tem working pressure and dispersal at an equal
precipitation rate. The height of heads should be
checked to avoid damage from mowers or main-
tenance equipment.
Maintenance (cont.)
Winterization should take place during October, or
as weather conditions and temperatures dictate.
All manual drain valves should be opened. To flush
out the lines, a high-power air pump shall be con-
nected to the quick coupler valves and air should
be run through the system. Each valve zone should
be opened and closed until all water is completely
flushed out, then the controller should be turned off
and water left off until spring.
Any necessary watering of landscaping or for park
cleaning purposes during the winter months should
be done with a tank to prevent damage to the irri-
gation system.
Irrigation After Establishment:
Within the approved SUD Park Landscape con-
struction documents, under the Sod & Seed
Schedule, (3) vegetated ground cover types are
specified. Their species compositions and associ-
ated plant factors are as follows:
• Kentucky Bluegrass Sod Blend (Green on Ex-
hibit A-1)
• Avalanche (0.8); Diva (0.8); Nuglade (0.8);
Moonshadow (0.8)
• Native/Upland Seed Blend (Blue on Exhibit A-1)
• Elymus trachycaulus (0.1); Pascopyrum
smithii (0.1); Elymus lanceolatus (0.1); Bro-
mus marginatus (0.1); Poa secunda (0.1);
Pseudoroegneria spicata (0.1)
• Drought Tolerant Boulevard Seed Mix (Orange
on Exhibit A-1)
• Festuca ovina ‘Nakiska’ (0.3); Festuca
trachyphylla ‘Sword’ (0.3); Festuca rubra
‘Boreal’ (0.6)
According to precipitation data from Montana State
University, Bozeman averaged 19.36 inches of
precipitation per year from 1981 to 2025. Both the
Native/Upland Seed Blend and the Drought Toler-
ant Boulevard Seed Mix have a below this thresh-
old, 12.5 inches and 15.3 inches, respectively,
therefore require no supplemental irrigation once
established.
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It should be noted that the Drought Tolerant
Boulevard Seed Mix may experience temporary
browning during years with below-average precip-
itation. However, this species mix is well-suited to
drought conditions and will recover as moisture
becomes available. Under normal precipitation
patterns, both mixes receive sufficient natural wa-
ter to be considered successful plantings.
For the purposes of this assessment, a success-
ful planting is defined as one that has developed
a fully established root system, demonstrates
healthy steady growth and color, is matched to
the site’s conditions, and is capable of surviving
under normal weather conditions, following the
required (2) year establishment period post-instal-
lation.
Water use at the Park is planned to be split be-
tween (3) meters: one meter has been installed
and is currently active; a second meter is planned
for installation in Spring 2026; and the third and
final meter is planned for installation with the con-
struction of Phase 3, South 17th Ave., and Arnold
Street.
Notes regarding the phased construction of the
Park:
• Phase 1
• First establishment year in 2025
• Will use significantly less water in 2026
(its second and final establishment year)
• Phase 2
• Has not yet been irrigated
• Irrigation will begin in the 2026 growing
season
• Recommended 2-year establishment
period (2026 & 2027)
• Phase 3
• Remaining portion of the Park to be
completed with Block 3 subdivision im-
provements.
• Will contain a relatively small area of
Drought Tolerant Fescue Grass, with the
majority being Native Seed (aside from
the Arnold Street and South 17th Street
boulevards)
Maintenance (cont.)
• Exhibits A-1 and A-2 show the areas of ground
cover, irrigation demand, and status, summa-
rized below:
• Turf Grass (Green on Exhibit A-1): Irrigated at
appx. 29 in/sq.ft. per growing season
• Drought Tolerant Fescue Grass (Orange on
Exhibit A-1): Irrigated at appx. 6 in/sq.ft. per
growing season - shut off after establishment
• Native Seed (Blue on Exhibit A-1): Irrigated at
appx. 6 in/sq.ft. per growing season - shut off
after establishment
While maintaining water to bubblers for trees, in
order to conserve water, the City may choose to
shut off irrigation at the Native Seed (Blue) and
Drought Fescue Seed (Orange) areas following
their respective (2) year establishment periods,
resulting in the following reductions:
• Native Seed Irrigated Landscaped Area:
appx. 111,081 sq.ft
• Drought Fescue Irrigated Landscaped Area:
appx. 180,676 sq.ft
• Native Seed Irrigation Demand:
appx. 415,222 gal/yr
• Drought Fescue Irrigation Demand:
appx. 675,367 gal/yr
These calculations yield:
• Appx. 84.3% reduction in total irrigated land-
scaped area
• Appx. 51% reduction in total annual irrigation
demand
Note: The water use calculations above utilize a
standard number of annual irrigation days of 126
days (18 weeks/4.5 months).
The average daily water use for the entire park,
assuming no irrigation to the Native Seed (Blue)
and Drought Fescue Seed (Orange) areas follow-
ing their respective (2) year establishment period,
is appx. 8,314 gallons per day.
The total annual irrigation demand for the land-
scaped areas are detailed in the attached Exhibits
A-1 and A-2
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Maintenance (cont.)
Exhibit A-1
Note: Total annual H20
required after drought
tolerant and native seed area
establishment is 1,047,560
gallons per year, or 8,314
gallons per day.
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Maintenance (cont.)
Exhibit A-2
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Section 2
Soils Information
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Soils Information (cont.)
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Soils Information (cont.)
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Soils Information (cont.)
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Soils Information (cont.)
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Soils Information (cont.)
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Section 3
Steel Pedestrian Bridge
By Contractor
Securr Trash & RecyclingModel #CG-65
Landscape Forms
Americana Chair,
Model #CJ100-08
Duncan & Groves
Windmill Flower
Model #WP.1.01
Landscape FormsGlide Bench, Model #BP400-03
Loll Alfresco
Dining Set
Landscape FormsRide Bike Rack,
Model #RI665-01
Forever
Redwood Pavilions
Maxiforce
Collapsible Bollards
Pet Waste Station
Dog Station w/ Pinch-n-Pull Bags
Model #PWC-022-BLK
Park Amenities
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Park Amenities (cont.)
Kompan
Spinner Bowl
Kompan
Swing, 8 ft H, 1 Rope Seat
Kompan
Spica 1
Kompan
Explorer Dome
Kompan
Crazy Daisy Springer
Kompan
Custom 2-5 Play Structure
Kompan
Junior Spica
Kompan
Small Climetric Net
Kompan
Custom* Manipulative
Panels
*custom piece,image for
reference only
*custom piece,image for
reference only
Kompan
Small Play Net
Kompan
Stepping Pods (1ft. &
Ground Level)
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Section 4
Site Preparation Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total Costs
Mobilization 1 EA $15,750.00 $15,750 $0 $0 $15,750
Rough Grading 14,484 CY $15.71 $227,544 $0 $0 $227,544
Irrigation Water Service 1 EA $12,492.00 $12,492 $0 $0 $12,492
Sidewalk 4,062 SF $18.36 $74,578 $0 $0 $74,578
Subtotal $330,364 $0 $0 $330,364
Site Construction Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total Costs
Pedestrian Bridge (Free Span, Concrete Abutments)1 EA $69,345.00 $69,345 $0 $0 $69,345
Crusher Fines Path & Walkways 700 LF $25.00 $17,500 $0 $0 $17,500
Internal Paths (4" Concrete)14,341 SF $13.06 $0 $187,293 $0 $187,293
Food Truck Park (6" Concrete)3907 SF $30.41 $0 $118,812 $0 $118,812
Landscape Boulders (3'-4' Diameter) 8 EA $375.00 $3,000 $0 $0 $3,000
Dog Park Fencing 0 LF $56.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Park Signage - Primary Signs 1 LUMP $4,649.00 $4,649 $0 $0 $4,649
Park Signage - GWC Educational Signs 0 EA $4,500.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $94,494 $306,105 $0 $400,599
Site Amenities and Programming Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total Costs
Pavilion at Playground Area (18'x26')1 EA $59,290.00 $0 $59,290 $0 $59,290
Pavilion at Food Truck Area (14'x40')1 EA $68,530.00 $0 $68,530 $0 $68,530
Electric Service to Playground Pavilion 1 LUMP $27,592.00 $0 $27,592 $0 $27,592
Installation for Pavilions 1 EA $111,335.00 $0 $111,335 $0 $111,335
Rectangular Boulders for Seatwalls 0 EA $500.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Picnic Tables - Loll Designs 5 EA $4,840.00 $0 $24,200 $0 $24,200
Adirondack Chairs - Loll Designs 5 EA $1,501.00 $0 $7,505 $0 $7,505
Benches - Landscape Forms 7 EA $3,674.00 $0 $25,718 $0 $25,718
Trash Receptacle - Securr 4 EA $2,797.00 $0 $11,188 $0 $11,188
Pet Waste Station 2 EA $715.00 $0 $1,430 $0 $1,430
Bike Racks - Landscape Forms 11 EA $1,236.00 $0 $13,596 $0 $13,596
Maxiforce Collapsible Bollards 6 EA $3,476.00 $0 $20,856 $0 $20,856
Play Features -----$0
Duncan & Grove - Windmill Flower 7 EA $10,978.00 $0 $76,846 $0 $76,846
Kompan - Single Bay Swing 1 EA $3,899.00 $0 $3,899 $0 $3,899
Kompan - Explorer Dome 1 EA $89,045.00 $0 $89,045 $0 $89,045
Kompan - Spinner Bowl 1 EA $1,622.00 $0 $1,622 $0 $1,622
Kompan - Spica 1 1 EA $2,750.00 $0 $2,750 $0 $2,750
Kompan - Play Tower 1 EA $39,490.00 $0 $39,490 $0 $39,490
Kompan - Custom Play Net 1 EA $27,885.00 $0 $27,885 $0 $27,885
Kompan - Crazy Daisy 1 EA $1,512.00 $0 $1,512 $0 $1,512
Kompan - Junior Spica 1 EA $2,079.00 $0 $2,079 $0 $2,079
Kompan - Play Panels 1 EA $6,765.00 $0 $6,765 $0 $6,765
Kompan - Freight 1 EA $15,450.00 $0 $15,450 $0 $15,450
Kompan - Playground Installation 1 EA $58,000.00 $0 $58,000 $0 $58,000
Play Feature Concrete Curb 130 LF $103.95 $0 $13,514 $0 $13,514
Play Area Surfacing - Engineered Wood Fiber 250 CY $140.00 $0 $35,000 $0 $35,000
Subtotal $0 $745,097 $0 $745,097
Landscape - Park Planting Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total Costs
Finish Grading 1 LUMP $164,950.00 $164,950 $0 $0 $164,950
Soil Preparation 1 LUMP $3,725.00 $3,725 $0 $0 $3,725
Hydroseed - Watercouse & Storm Pond Seed Mix 36,000 SF $0.44 $15,840 $0 $0 $15,840
Hydroseed - Native/Upland Seed Mix at Park 63,000 SF $0.37 $23,310 $0 $0 $23,310
Hydroseed - Drought Tolerant Seed Mix 78,000 SF $0.38 $29,640 $0 $0 $29,640
Bluegrass Sod 55,000 SF $1.12 $61,600 $0 $0 $61,600
Boulevard - Deciduous Trees 9 EA $780.00 $7,020 $0 $0 $7,020
Park - Decidous Trees 42 EA $850.00 $0 $35,700 $0 $35,700
Watercourse & Ponds - Deciduous Trees 21 EA $758.00 $15,918 $0 $0 $15,918
Watercourse & Ponds - Coniferous Trees 2 EA $937.50 $1,875 $0 $0 $1,875
Watercourse & Ponds - Shrubs 74 EA $103.00 $7,622 $0 $0 $7,622
Wildlife Fencing - Trees (6' Height) & Protection 74 EA $90.00 $6,660 $0 $0 $6,660
Wildlife Fencing - Shrubs (4' Height) 74 EA $50.00 $3,700 $0 $0 $3,700
Irrigation (Native & Drought Tolerant & Storm)1 EA $178,851.00 $178,851 $0 $0 $178,851
Subtotal $520,711 $35,700 $0 $556,411
Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total
PHASE 1 TOTAL $945,569 $1,086,902 $0 $2,032,471
Note: Contingency is $0 for completed items
City Required Based on Current CIL Values ($2.60/SF) for 8.42 Acres: $1,047,857
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Park Cost Estimates Per Phase
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Park Cost Estimates Per Phase (cont.)
Site Preparation Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total CostsMobilization1 EA $15,750.00 $15,750 $0 $0 $15,750Rough Grading 14,484 CY $15.71 $227,544 $0 $0 $227,544Irrigation Water Service 1 EA $12,492.00 $12,492 $0 $0 $12,492Sidewalk4,062 SF $18.36 $74,578 $0 $0 $74,578Subtotal$330,364 $0 $0 $330,364 Site Construction Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total CostsPedestrian Bridge (Free Span, Concrete Abutments)1 EA $69,345.00 $69,345 $0 $0 $69,345Crusher Fines Path & Walkways 700 LF $25.00 $17,500 $0 $0 $17,500Internal Paths (4" Concrete)14,341 SF $13.06 $0 $187,293 $0 $187,293Food Truck Park (6" Concrete)3907 SF $30.41 $0 $118,812 $0 $118,812Landscape Boulders (3'-4' Diameter) 8 EA $375.00 $3,000 $0 $0 $3,000Dog Park Fencing 0 LF $56.00 $0 $0 $0 $0Park Signage - Primary Signs 1 LUMP $4,649.00 $4,649 $0 $0 $4,649Park Signage - GWC Educational Signs 0 EA $4,500.00 $0 $0 $0 $0Subtotal$94,494 $306,105 $0 $400,599Site Amenities and Programming Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total CostsPavilion at Playground Area (18'x26')1 EA $59,290.00 $0 $59,290 $0 $59,290Pavilion at Food Truck Area (14'x40')1 EA $68,530.00 $0 $68,530 $0 $68,530Electric Service to Playground Pavilion 1 LUMP $27,592.00 $0 $27,592 $0 $27,592Installation for Pavilions 1 EA $111,335.00 $0 $111,335 $0 $111,335Rectangular Boulders for Seatwalls 0 EA $500.00 $0 $0 $0 $0Picnic Tables - Loll Designs 5 EA $4,840.00 $0 $24,200 $0 $24,200Adirondack Chairs - Loll Designs 5 EA $1,501.00 $0 $7,505 $0 $7,505Benches - Landscape Forms 7 EA $3,674.00 $0 $25,718 $0 $25,718Trash Receptacle - Securr 4 EA $2,797.00 $0 $11,188 $0 $11,188Pet Waste Station 2 EA $715.00 $0 $1,430 $0 $1,430Bike Racks - Landscape Forms 11 EA $1,236.00 $0 $13,596 $0 $13,596Maxiforce Collapsible Bollards 6 EA $3,476.00 $0 $20,856 $0 $20,856Play Features -----$0Duncan & Grove - Windmill Flower 7 EA $10,978.00 $0 $76,846 $0 $76,846Kompan - Single Bay Swing 1 EA $3,899.00 $0 $3,899 $0 $3,899Kompan - Explorer Dome 1 EA $89,045.00 $0 $89,045 $0 $89,045Kompan - Spinner Bowl 1 EA $1,622.00 $0 $1,622 $0 $1,622Kompan - Spica 1 1 EA $2,750.00 $0 $2,750 $0 $2,750Kompan - Play Tower 1 EA $39,490.00 $0 $39,490 $0 $39,490
Kompan - Custom Play Net 1 EA $27,885.00 $0 $27,885 $0 $27,885
Kompan - Crazy Daisy 1 EA $1,512.00 $0 $1,512 $0 $1,512
Kompan - Junior Spica 1 EA $2,079.00 $0 $2,079 $0 $2,079
Kompan - Play Panels 1 EA $6,765.00 $0 $6,765 $0 $6,765
Kompan - Freight 1 EA $15,450.00 $0 $15,450 $0 $15,450
Kompan - Playground Installation 1 EA $58,000.00 $0 $58,000 $0 $58,000
Play Feature Concrete Curb 130 LF $103.95 $0 $13,514 $0 $13,514
Play Area Surfacing - Engineered Wood Fiber 250 CY $140.00 $0 $35,000 $0 $35,000
Subtotal $0 $745,097 $0 $745,097
Landscape - Park Planting Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total Costs
Finish Grading 1 LUMP $164,950.00 $164,950 $0 $0 $164,950
Soil Preparation 1 LUMP $3,725.00 $3,725 $0 $0 $3,725
Hydroseed - Watercouse & Storm Pond Seed Mix 36,000 SF $0.44 $15,840 $0 $0 $15,840
Hydroseed - Native/Upland Seed Mix at Park 63,000 SF $0.37 $23,310 $0 $0 $23,310
Hydroseed - Drought Tolerant Seed Mix 78,000 SF $0.38 $29,640 $0 $0 $29,640
Bluegrass Sod 55,000 SF $1.12 $61,600 $0 $0 $61,600
Boulevard - Deciduous Trees 9 EA $780.00 $7,020 $0 $0 $7,020
Park - Decidous Trees 42 EA $850.00 $0 $35,700 $0 $35,700
Watercourse & Ponds - Deciduous Trees 21 EA $758.00 $15,918 $0 $0 $15,918
Watercourse & Ponds - Coniferous Trees 2 EA $937.50 $1,875 $0 $0 $1,875
Watercourse & Ponds - Shrubs 74 EA $103.00 $7,622 $0 $0 $7,622
Wildlife Fencing - Trees (6' Height) & Protection 74 EA $90.00 $6,660 $0 $0 $6,660
Wildlife Fencing - Shrubs (4' Height) 74 EA $50.00 $3,700 $0 $0 $3,700
Irrigation (Native & Drought Tolerant & Storm)1 EA $178,851.00 $178,851 $0 $0 $178,851
Subtotal $520,711 $35,700 $0 $556,411
Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total
PHASE 1 TOTAL $945,569 $1,086,902 $0 $2,032,471
Note: Contingency is $0 for completed items
City Required Based on Current CIL Values ($2.60/SF) for 8.42 Acres: $1,047,857
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Park Cost Estimates Per Phase (cont.)
Site Preparation Quantity Unit Unit Cost
Baseline Costs Phase 2 IIL
10%
Contingency Total Costs
Mobilization 1 EA $9,000.00 $9,000 $0 $0 $9,000
Topsoil Import and Rough Grading 8,550 CY $21.15 $180,833 $0 $0 $180,833
Sidewalk 2,682 SF $13.98 $37,494 $0 $0 $37,494
Subtotal $227,327 $0 $0 $227,327
Site Construction Quantity Unit Unit Cost
Baseline Costs Phase 2 IIL
10%
Contingency Total Costs
Crusher Fines Path & Walkways 525 LF $25.20 $13,230 $0 $0 $13,230
Landscape Boulders (3'-4' Diameter) 9 EA $375.00 $3,375 $0 $0 $3,375
Dog Park Fencing 820 LF $56.00 $0 $45,920 $0 $45,920
Park Signage - Primary Signs 1 LUMP $649.00 $649 $0 $65 $714
Park Signage - GWC Educational Signs 0 EA $4,500.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $17,254 $45,920 $65 $63,239
Site Amenities and Programming Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 2 IIL
10%
Contingency Total Costs
Benches - Landscape Forms 4 EA $3,674.00 $0 $14,696 $0 $14,696
Pet Waste Station 3 EA $715.00 $0 $2,145 $0 $2,145
Subtotal $0 $16,841 $0 $16,841
Landscape - Park Planting Quantity Unit Unit Cost Baseline Costs Phase 2 IIL
10%
Contingency Total Costs
Finish Grading 1 LUMP $153,299.00 $153,299 $0 $15,330 $168,629
Soil Preparation 1 LUMP $3,665.40 $3,665 $0 $367 $4,032
Hydroseed - Watercouse & Storm Pond Seed Mix 22,960 SF $0.44 $10,102 $0 $1,010 $11,113
Hydroseed - Native/Upland Seed Mix at Park 45,100 SF $0.37 $16,687 $0 $1,669 $18,356
Hydroseed - Drought Tolerant Seed Mix 90,200 SF $0.38 $34,276 $0 $3,428 $37,704
Boulevard - Deciduous Trees 11 EA $750.00 $8,250 $0 $825 $9,075
Park - Decidous Trees 11 EA $784.00 $0 $8,624 $862 $9,486
Watercourse & Ponds - Deciduous Trees 29 EA $758.00 $21,982 $0 $2,198 $24,180
Watercourse & Ponds - Coniferous Trees 3 EA $937.50 $2,813 $0 $281 $3,094
Watercourse & Ponds - Shrubs 92 EA $103.00 $9,476 $0 $948 $10,424
Wildlife Fencing - Trees (6' Height) & Protection 54 EA $90.00 $4,860 $0 $486 $5,346
Wildlife Fencing - Shrubs (4' Height) 92 EA $50.00 $4,600 $0 $460 $5,060
Landscaping Escalation 6% from Phase 1 1 EA $22,609.00 $22,609 $0 $2,261 $24,870
Irrigation (Native & Drought Tolerant & Storm)1 EA $191,406.86 $191,407 $0 $19,141 $210,548
Subtotal $484,026 $8,624 $49,265 $541,915
Baseline Costs Phase 2 IIL Contingency Total
PHASE 2 TOTAL $728,607 $71,385 $49,330 $849,322
Note: Contingency is $0 for completed items
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Park Cost Estimates Per Phase (cont.)
Landscape - Park Planting Quantity Unit Unit Cost
Baseline Costs Phase 3 IIL
10%
Contingency Total Costs
Finish Grading 1 LUMP $33,651.00 $33,651 $0 $3,365 $37,016
Soil Preparation 1 LUMP $804.60 $805 $0 $80 $885
Hydroseed - Watercouse & Storm Pond Seed Mix 5,040 SF $0.44 $2,218 $0 $222 $2,439
Hydroseed - Native/Upland Seed Mix at Park 9,900 SF $0.37 $3,663 $0 $366 $4,029
Hydroseed - Drought Tolerant Seed Mix 19,800 SF $0.38 $7,524 $0 $752 $8,276
Boulevard - Deciduous Trees 23 EA $750.00 $17,250 $0 $1,725 $18,975
Park - Decidous Trees - EA $784.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Watercourse & Ponds - Deciduous Trees 8 EA $758.00 $6,064 $0 $606 $6,670
Watercourse & Ponds - Coniferous Trees - EA $937.50 $0 $0 $0 $0
Watercourse & Ponds - Shrubs - EA $103.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Wildlife Fencing - Trees (6' Height) & Protection 31 EA $90.00 $2,790 $0 $279 $3,069
Wildlife Fencing - Shrubs (4' Height) - EA $50.00 $0 $0 $0 $0
Landscape Boulders (3'-4' Diameter) 9 EA $375.00 $3,375 $0 $338 $3,713
Landscaping Escalation 12% from Phase 1 1 EA $42,244.00 $42,244 $0 $4,224 $46,468
Irrigation (Native & Drought Tolerant & Storm)1 EA $42,016.14 $42,016 $0 $4,202 $46,218
Subtotal $161,599 $0 $16,160 $177,759
Baseline Costs Phase 3 IIL Contingency Total
PHASE 3 TOTAL $161,599 $0 $16,160 $177,759
Note: Contingency is $0 for completed items
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Phase 3 Cost Estimate
Park Cost Summary
PARK PHASE Baseline Costs Phase 1 IIL 10% Contingency Total
PHASE 1 TOTAL $945,569 $1,086,902 $0 $2,032,471
PHASE 2 TOTAL $728,607 $71,385 $49,330 $849,322
PHASE 3 TOTAL $161,599 $0 $16,160 $177,759
PARK TOTAL $1,835,775 $1,158,287 $65,490 $3,059,552
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April 2026
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3/31/2026 - PMP MOD Updated Parkland Table Rounded
A B CD E F G H I J
(C*D*G) (C*D*E) (C*D*F)
Subdivision Phase Lot Lot Area Required Dedication / Dwelling
Required Land Dedication / Density
Required Improvements (Cash) -in-Lieu Dedication / Density
Required Dedication / Density
Total Project Parkland Required Dedicated Land Required for Park Improvements (Cash) -in-lieu Required
Acre Acre (or SF) Dwellings (Persons) Dwellings (Persons) Dwellings (Persons) Equivalent Acres Acre Equivalent Acres
SUD PH3 Lot 1 - Block 1 8.20 0.03 8 4 12 2.95 1.97 0.98
SUD PH3 Lot 1 - Block 2 8.60 0.03 8 4 12 3.10 2.06 1.03
SUD PH3
Block 3
Lot 1A & 1B - Block
3 17.51 0.03 8 4 12 6.30 4.20 2.10
SUD PH3 Lot 1 - Block 4 11.89 575 18 9 27 4.24 2.82 1.41
SUD PH3 TOTAL 46.2 16.59 11.05 5.52
K L MNO P Q R S T U
Deductive Area from Provided Park Land (I+J+K+L)(H - M)(P - N)(Q+R)(S * 43560 * T)
Total Platted Park Land Road Easement Wetland Area
Zone 1 Watercourse
Setback
Zone 2 Watercourse
Setback
Storm Basin Outside Setback Total Deductive Area in Dedicated Land Net Park Land Provided Park Required less Park Provided
Required Improvements-in-lieu (+ additional land required)
Improvements-in-lieu unit cost Improvements -in-lieu Total Cost
Acre Acre Acre Acre Acre Acre Acre Acre Acre Equivalent Acres $/sf $
2.43 0 0.08 0.29 0.19 0.00 0.56 1.87 0.10 1.08 2.65$ 124,669$
2.65 0 0.12 0.39 0.24 0.00 0.75 1.90 0.16 1.19 2.65$ 137,366$
4.98 0.50 0.70 1.22 0.56 0.14 3.12 1.86 2.34 4.44 2.65$ 512,527$
3.30 0 0.26 0.67 0.32 0.00 1.25 2.05 0.77 2.18 2.65$ 251,646$
13.36 0.50 1.16 2.57 1.31 0.14 5.68 7.68 3.37 8.89 2.65$ 1,026,208$
Parkland Calculations
LOT 1 BLOCK 3LOT 1 BLOCK 318.85 ACRES 18.85 ACRES LOT 1 BLOCK 4 11.89 ACRES LOT 1 PHASE 2LOT 1 PHASE 216.05 ACRES 16.05 ACRES CITY PARK 4 1.83 ACRES
CITY PARK 1 4.41 ACRES
Great Lawn
Future Bozeman Bandshell Stage
EXISTINGPLAY LAWN
Food Truck Park
Future Pedestrian Bridge
Playground& Pavilion
‘Future’ All WheelsPark
Dog Park
Existing Watercourse
PedestrianBridge
STUCKY ROAD
ARNOLD STREET
CITY PARK 2 9.64 ACRES SOUTH 17TH AVENUESOUTH 14TH AVENUENORTH
25 50 1000
CITY PARK 3 13.36 ACRES
Southwood Park
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April 2026
Section 6
Landscape Site Plan