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RESOLUTION 2026-91
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, MODIFYING
THE ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES OF THE SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
WHEREAS, Article IV, Section 4.07 of the Bozeman Charter permits the City Commission
to create boards, commissions, or committees as determined necessary; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2018, the Bozeman City Commission formally adopted the
Bozeman Strategic Plan via Resolution 4852; and
WHEREAS, the Strategic Plan Section 1.2 Community Engagement encourages the City
of Bozeman to “[b]roaden and deepen engagement of the community in city government,
innovating methods for inviting input from the community and stakeholders” by “restructure[ing]
or combin[ing] City boards and committees to more effectively advise the City and engage the
public”; and
WHEREAS, on August 10, 2021, the City Commission created a Sustainability Board via
Resolution 5327 to further the stated priority of Community Engagement as established in
Strategic Plan Section 1.2 and to further other goals and objectives of the City; and
WHEREAS, on March 3, 2026, the Commission passed Resolution 2026-22 establishing
a Montana State University student as an ex officio member of the Sustainability Board; and
WHEREAS, on March 3, 2026, the Commission passed their priorities, including
"Strengthen advisory board efficacy to ensure alignment with community goals;" and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2026, under direction from the City Commission, City staff
produced a report, based on a review of the boards that it conducted in spring 2026, that detailed
recommendations to improve advisory board efficacy; and
WHEREAS, on July 21, 2026, the City Commission held a work session during which it
considered City staff’s recommendations as well as public comment on the City Citizen Advisory
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Boards; and
WHEREAS, during the July 21, 2026 work session, the City Commission gave direction
to revise the Citizen Advisory Boards.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman,
Montana, that Resolution 5327 is superseded as follows:
SECTION 1: PURPOSE OF THE SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
The purpose of the Sustainability Board is to cultivate policies that enhance the social and
environmental livelihood of Bozeman citizens, and make advisory recommendations to the City
Commission, and, if requested by the City Manager to the City Manager regarding policies that
promote a modern, holistic approach to sustainability and resiliency. The Sustainability Board
will encourage policies that:
1. Maintain and implement appropriate environmental initiatives that protect and
conserve Bozeman’s natural resources and ecological diversity;
2. Consider human and environmental impacts resulting from urban growth and
development on Bozeman’s air, water, and soil quality, as well as on plants, other
natural habitats, and wildlife;
3. Advise on applicable Capital Improvement Plan projects; and
4. Incorporate sustainability policies when implementing opportunities across City
functions.
SECTION 2: FOCUS AREAS OF THE SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
The following areas of focus are hereby assigned to the Sustainability Board:
1. Climate Planning. The Sustainability Board will provide advisory recommendations
to the City Commission, and as requested by the City Manager to the City
Manager, on policies related to the City of Bozeman’s Climate Plan. The policies
the Board advises on must seek to ensure Bozeman is a leader in mitigating the
impacts of climate change.
2. Applicable City Plans and Policies. The Sustainability Board will provide advisory
recommendations to the City Commission, and as requested by the City Manager
to the City Manager, ensuring City plans and policies applicable and relevant to the
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purpose and focus areas of the Board, as detailed in this Resolution, may be
reviewed for sustainability principles. The Sustainability Board is aware that the
guiding principle of reducing the City’s environmental footprint and integrating
sustainability and resiliency into decision-making processes serve as the foundation
for its advisory recommendations.
3. Beautification. The Sustainability Board will assist the City in implementing the
City’s annual Clean-Up Week.
SECTION 3: POWERS/DUTIES, MEMBERS/COMPOSITION, AND ORGANIZATION OF THE
SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
1. Powers and Duties. The Sustainability Board is hereby authorized to exercise the
following powers and duties:
A. Advise the City Commission and City Manager, when requested, as provided in
Sections 1 and 2 of this Resolution.
B. Abide by the Rules of Procedure, as set forth in a resolution to be approved by
the City Commission, for the Board’s operation and conduct of business.
C. The Board may have such other duties and responsibilities as the City
Commission or City Manager, from time to time, may direct.
D. The actions of the Board are advisory only, do not constitute policy of the City,
and are not binding upon the City Commission or the City Manager. The City
Commission or City Manager may adopt all or any part of any recommendation of
the Board.
2. Members: Appointments and Terms.
A. The City Commission will make all appointments to the Sustainability Board.
B. A non-voting, ex-officio position will be held solely by a current student of
Montana State University as outlined in Resolution 2026-22.
C. The Board will consist of seven members.
D. All Board Members will be appointed to a two-year term. Terms will run on the
calendar year.
E. Board Members must be at least 18 years old and be residents of the City.
F. Board Members will not receive compensation for their service. Board Members
are entitled to previously authorized expenses, including travel expenses, incurred
during the discharge of duties.
G. Board Members serve at the pleasure of the Commission and may be removed
by a majority vote of the Commission for any reason.
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3. Office of Agency; Staff Support. The Sustainability Board will maintain its records in
the office of the City department designated by the City Manager to maintain the
records of the Board. The City Manager may assign one or more staff to assist the
Board in its duties and functions. The City Manager may also designate one or more
staff to serve as the liaison to the Board. The City Manager may authorize the assigned
Staff Liaison, in consultation with the Board Chair, to develop and approve agenda
items for the Board’s consideration and assist the Board in all of its functions.
4. Meetings. The Sustainability Board Meetings must be open to the public as provided
for in Montana law. Meetings must be held on a regular basis and must be in the
Bozeman City Commission room unless such room is unavailable or not sufficient for
the nature of the meeting. The Board must comply with and is subject to all
requirements and City policies related to open meetings and public participation and
engagement.
5. Ethics and High Performing Boards. All Sustainability Board activities and its
appointed members must comply with, and are subject to, the State of Montana and
the City Code of Ethics. In addition, the Board and its members must comply with and
are subject to City policies related to the performance, behavior, and procedures of
City boards, as established by the City Commission or City Manager.
6. Public Information. All written and electronic information created by the Board or its
members in conducting its duties constitutes public information and is subject to
disclosure and the records retention requirements pursuant to Montana law.
SECTION 4: SAVINGS PROVISION
Section 1 of Resolution 5327 is not superseded by this Resolution shall remain in full force and
effect. Upon adoption of this Resolution, the City Commission confirms the current
appointments of all present board members.
PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana,
at a regular session thereof held on the 20th day of October 2026.
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JOEY MORRISON
Mayor
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ATTEST:
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MIKE MAAS
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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GREG SULLIVAN
City Attorney
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