HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4087 Adopting the PROST Plan
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 4087
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE
AND TRAILS (PROST) PLAN.
WHEREAS, the City of Bozeman is an incorporated city within the State of Montana; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bozeman is required to prepare and adopt a growth policy pursuant to
Title 76, Part 6, MCA; and
WHEREAS, the adopted growth policy must contain community goals and objectives, and a
description of policies, regulations, and other measures to be implemented in order to achieve the
established goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, the adopted growth policy must contain maps and text describing an inventory of
the existing characteristics and features of the jurisdictional area, including public facilities and services
such as parks, trails, recreation facilities and programs, and open space; and
WHEREAS, the adopted growth policy must contain projected trends for the life of the growth
policy for public facilities and services such as parks, trails, recreation facilities and programs, and open
space; and
WHEREAS, the adopted growth policy must contain a strategy for development, maintenance,
and replacement of public infrastructure such as recreation facilities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bozeman has created the Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory
Board whose responsibilities include the preparation and recommendation to the Bozeman City
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Commission of a plan to address the growth policy requirements listed above; and
WHEREAS, the Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory Board has prepared the Parks,
Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan and has forwarded the document to the City Commission for
adoption; and
WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan will be hereby adopted by
reference as an element of the City's growth policy; and
WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan contains specific actions and
programs to achieve the state goals, objectives, policies and standards; and
WHEREAS, Title 76, Part 3, MCA requires subdividers to provide land donations or cash-in-
lieu of land donations for residential subdivisions to provide for the recreational needs of future
residents; and
WHEREAS, Section 76-3-621(4), MCA states that the governing body, in consultation with the
subdivider and the planning board or park board that has jurisdiction, may determine suitable locations
for parks and playgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan provides data, analysis and
recommendations to ensure that the City is complying with State law by adequately meeting the
recreational needs of the City's residents, and provides criteria for determining the suitable location for
parks and playgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bozeman has adopted a Unified Development Ordinance that contains
requirements related to parkland pursuant to Section 76-3-621, MCA; and
WHEREAS, the Unified Development Ordinance also contains requirements for parkland,
trails, recreation facilities, and trails which mitigate the impacts of development on public facilities and
services; and
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WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan identifies the impacts of
development and growth on the City's park and recreation facilities and programs, and provides
recommendations regarding mitigation of impacts; and
WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan establishes levels of service
standards for parks, trails, recreational facilities, and other related services and facilities which the City
Commission wishes to adopt as formal standards for the City of Bozeman; and
WHEREAS, the draft Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan has been available to the
public for review since May 10, 2007; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing by the Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory Board on
adoption of the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan was duly noticed and held on September
20,2007; and
WHEREAS, at their regularly scheduled meeting on October 11, 2007 the Bozeman Recreation
and Parks Advisory Board voted to recommend approval of the proposed plan to the Bozeman City
Commission; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing by the City Commission on the adoption of the Parks, Recreation,
Open Space and Trails Plan was duly noticed and held on October 22,2007; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission considered all matters raised at the public hearing and
concluded that all issues have been adequately addressed in the document; and
WHEREAS, the Appendices are provided for background information and the convenience of
users, and can be revised via resolution instead of the plan revision and adoption process; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman,
Montana, that the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan, attached hereto as "Exhibit A", and by
this reference made a part hereof as if fully set forth herein, be adopted.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana, at a
regular session thereof held on the 17th day of December 2007.
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ADOPTED DECEMBER 17, 2007
BOZEMAN PARKS,
RECREATION,
OPEN SPACE
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AND TRAILS
(PROST) PLAN
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City of Bozeman
Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan
This certifies that the Bozeman Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan has been
duly adopted by the Bozeman City Commission by City of Bozeman Resolution No.
4087 ~ated December 17,2007.
Bozeman City Commission
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]effKrauss, Mayor
Sean Becker
Kaaren Jacobson
Steve Kirchhoff
Jeff Rupp
Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory Board
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Sandy D~dge, Chait
T crry Baldus
Anne Banks
Gene Brooks
David Cook
Elizabeth Davis
Adam Fruh
Chris Guy
Sue Henning
Joanne Jennings
Ted Koterwas
Cynthia Mernin
Robert Wade
William VandenBos
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Table of Contents
FIGURES
TABLES
CHAPTER 1 -INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
Purpose of the Plan
Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory Board
Core Values, Vision and Guiding Principles
Overview of Other Park and Recreation Plans
Relationship to Other Adopted Planning Documents
Planning Area
Planning Process and Public Outreach
Process for Amendment
State Law Requirements
CHAPTER 2 - COMMUNITY PROFILE
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Introduction
Regional Recreation Context
Hydrology
Weather and Climate
Demographic Profile
Annexation
PROST Plan Survey Results
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CHAPTER 3 - PARKS/RECREATION FACILITIES EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Inventory of Existing Parks and Recreation Facilities
Additional Facilities
Non-City /Non~County Recreation Facilities
Land Acquisition, Development and Maintenance
City of Bozeman Parks Division
City of Bozeman Recreation Division
User Groups
PROST Survey Results
CHAPTER 4 - RECREATION PROGRAMS EXISTING CONDITIONS
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History /Backb>1"ound Information
City of Bozeman Recreation Division
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CHAPTER 4 - RECREATION PROGRAMS EXISTING CONDITIONS, CONTINUED
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4.3 Partnerships
4.4 Trends ,in Recreation Programming
4.5 Issues and Needs
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CHAPTER 5 - OPEN SPACE EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Introduction
History /Background Information
Inventory of Open Space
Open Space Acquisition, Development and Maintenance
Open Space Groups/Organizations
Partnerships
PROST Plan Survey Results
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CHAPTER 6 - TRAILS EXISTING CONDITIONS
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History /Background Information
Classification of Trails
Land Acquisition, Development and Maintenance
Trail Groups/Organizations
Partnerships
PROST Plan Survey Results
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Neighborhood Parks
Community Parks
PIa n"rtounds
Park Maintenance
Recreation Facilities
Park and Trail Amenities
Trails
Recreation Programming
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CHAPTER 8 - POLICY ISSUES
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Wetlands
Ponds and Lakes
Watercourse Setbacks
Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Dedication Proposals
Parkland Dedication Requirements
Incentives for High Density and/or Infill Development
Parkland Dedication Criteria
Street Frontage
Shared Use Paths
Phased Developments
Financial Guarantees for Park Improvements
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CHAPTER 9 - PLANNING FRAMEWORK
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Goals and Objectives
CHAPTER 10 - RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION
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Parkland Acquisition
Parkland Development
Parkland Maintenance
Recreation Programs
Recreation Facilities
Open Space Acquisition and Maintenance
Trail Acquisition
Trail Development
Trail Maintenance
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Top Ten Capital Facility Recommendations
Top Ten Non-Facility Recommendations
CHAPTER 11 - FUNDING OPTIONS
11.0 Introduction
11.1 Federal and State Funding Sources
11.2 Gallatin County Funding Sources
11.3 Local Funding Sources
11.4 Private Funding Sources
11.5 Innovation
11.6 lnterjurisdictional Equity
CHAPTER 12 - DEFINITIONS
APPENDIX A - COMMUNITY RECREATION NEEDS SURVEY AND RESULTS
APPENDIX B - USER GROUPS SURVEY AND RESULTS
APPENDIX C - DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR CITY OF BOZEMAN PARKS
APPENDIX D - USER GROUPS, SAMPLE CONTRACT & FIELD USE POLICIES
APPENDIX E - POSSIBLE CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAIL LOCATIONS
APPENDIX F - NRPA RECREATION FACILITY RECOMMENDATIONS
APPENDIX G - DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR PARK AND TRAIL SIGNAGE
APPENDIX H - GUIDELINES FOR PARKLAND GRANT FUNDS
. PROST TRAIL PLAN MAP (IN SLEEVE)
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Figures
FIGURES
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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
Figure 1: PROST Plan Planning Area
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Figure 2: Streams & Ditches
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Figure 3: Open Space and Conservation Easements
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Figure 4: Existing Trails
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Figure 5: Developed Neighborhood Parks Service Area in the NE Quadrant
Figure 6: Developed Neighborhood Parks Service Area in the SE Quadrant
Figure 7: Developed Neighborhood Parks Service Area in the SW Quadrant
Figure 8: Developed Neighborhood Parks Service Area in the NW Quadrant
Figure 9: Developed PlaYb>T<mnds NE Quadrant
Figure 10: Developed Playgrounds SE Quadrant
Figure 11: Developed Playgrounds SW Quadrant
Figure 12: Developed Playgrounds NW Quadrant
Figure 13: Soccer Field Service Area - 2 Mile Service Radius
Fib'1lre 14: Baseball/Softball Field Service Area - 1/2 Mile Service Radius
Figure 15: Basketball Court Service Area - % Mile Service lUdius
Figure 16: Tennis Court Service Area - % Mile Service Radius
Figure 17: Volleyball Court Service Area - % Mile Service Radius
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Tables
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CHAPTER 2 - COMMUNITY PROFILE
TABLES
Table 2-1: Average Temperatures in Fahrenheit Scale by Month - 1892 through 2004 2-4
Table 2-2: Average Precipitation in Inches by Month - 1892 through 2004 2-4
Table 2-3: Historic Population Trends for Bozeman & Gallatin County - 1900 through 2000 2-5
Table 2-4: Population Estimates for Bozeman and Gallatin County - 2000 through 2004 2-5
Table 2-5: Population Projections - 2010, 2015, 2020 and 2025 2-6
Table 2-6: Gender Percentages for Bozeman and Gallatin County -1910 through 2000 2-6
Table 2-7: Population by Age for Bozeman and Gallatin County - 1930 through 2000 2-7
Table 2-8: Montana's Ranking in Per Capita Income - 1930 through 2004 2-9
Table 2-9: Acres Annexed to the City of Bozeman by Year - 1995 through 2004 2-10
Table 2-10: Responses to PROST Survey Question 1 by Age Group 2-11
Table 2-11: Responses to PROST Survey Question 3 by Age Group 2-11
Table 2-12: Responses to PROST Survey Question 5 by Age Group 2-11
Table 2-13: Responses to PROST Survey Question 8 by Age Group 2-12
Table 2-14: Responses to PROST Survey Question 10 by Age Group 2-12
Table 2-15: Responses to PROST Survey Question 13 by Age Group 2-13
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Table 3-1: Inventory of Parks within the City of Bozeman
Table 3-2: Inventory of County Parks within the Planning Area
Table 3-3: Acres of Existing Parkland by Type in Acres - 1997 and 200S
Table 3-4: Parks Division Maintenance Activities and Standards
CHAPTER 5 - OPEN SPACE EXISTING CONDITIONS
Table 5-1: Conservation Easements In and Near the Bozeman Planning Area
Table 5-2: Inventory of Open Space within the City of Bozeman
Table S-3: Inventory of County Open Space within the Planning Area
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Table 7-1: Acres of Developed Neighborhood Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
Table 7-2: Developed Neighborhood Parks in the Northeast Quadrant
Table 7-3: Developed Neighborhood Parks in the Southeast Quadrant
Table 7-4: Developed Neighborhood Parks in the Northwest Quadrant
Table 7-5: Acres of Developed Community Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
Table 7-6: Developed Community Parks by Quadrant
Table 7-7: Maintenance Staff per Acres of Maintained Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
Table 7-8: Annual Park Budget - Bozeman and Peer Communities
Table 7-9: Recreation Facilities - Bozeman and Peer Communities
Table 7-10: Assessment of Future Recreation Facility Needs
Table 7-11: Miles of Trails Level of Service - Bozeman and Peer Communities
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Table 8-1: Peer Communities Park Acres per 1,000 Population
Table 8-2: Large US Cities Park Acres per'l,OOO Population
Table R-3: City of Bozeman Parkland Projections - 2005 through 2025
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Introduction
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
In 1933 Mrs. E. Lina Houston wrote: "On the school grounds of the cities and in most of the rural
districts, plots have been set aside for playgrounds with equipment of various kinds. Beall Park is a
municipal park and playground under supervision, with the grounds equipped with special apparatus,
ballgrounds, tennis courts, picnic grounds, bandstand for summer use, and with a large plot of ground
made into a skating rink in the winter time. A beautiful community building or recreation center was
built and presented to the City by Mrs. E. Broox Martin, the ground having been secured from Mrs. W.
T. Beall through funds raised by private subscription. Trees and shrubs have been added to those raised
by pioneers. Bogert Grove Park was purchased by the City, and for a time was used as a tourist park by
the City, but is now used for picnics and for Boy Scout gatherings. Cooper Park was presented to the
City through the efforts of Walter Cooper, and is a beauty spot used for picnics in the summer."
This quote indicates the long and proud tradition the community has of citizen concern and effort
related to parks and park facilities. This statement also is indicative of the many means by which the
City has acquired parks and facilities through the years, methods such as private donation, citizen fund
raising drives and purchase by the City. Acquisition of parkland and facilities today still requires a variety
of tools and methods. Wh.ile there are many innovations in parkland acquisition and facility ftnancing,
what remains is the strong community commitment to meeting the recreational needs of our City's
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The City's slogan is "Bozeman: The Most Livable Place." The City's parks, recreation programs and
facilities, open spaces, and trails playa vital role in deftning B07:eman as "the most livable place." This
plan represents the City's desire to proactively plan for these amenities; to achieve excellence in meeting
both current and future needs.
Parks, recreation programs and facilities, open spaces, and trails are community amenities that
contribute greatly to the quality of life enjoyed by Bozeman area residents. In fact, the 2005 Communi~y
CharaclenJtit:r and Opinion SUrliqy, conducted as part of the Bozeman 2020 Communi~y Plan update process,
identified "access to outdoor amenities and recreation" as one of Bozeman's most desirable community
characteristics. These resources contribute to the quality of life in many ways, including: 1
1. Engaging Citizens in Their Community
Create a sense of community.
Provide places for people to connect and interact in a shared environment.
Channel positive community participation by getting diverse people to work together
toward a shared vision.
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J mproving Public l-I ealth
Provide people with contact with nature, known to confer certain health benefits and
enhance well-being.
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Engage children in health-promoting physical activity.
Increase fitness and reduce obesity by providing physical activity opportunities.
Mitigate climate, air, and water pollution impacts on public health.
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3. Helping Children Learn
Offer children the daily benefits of direct experience with nature-the motivation to
explore, discover, and learn about their world.
Offer children a sense of place, self-identity, and belonging as an antidote to social
alienation, vandalism, and violence.
Engage children in informal, experiential learning through play and shared experiences
with peers, laying the foundation for effective formal education.
4. Creating Safer Neighborhoods
Provide access to nature adjacent to residential area to relieve stress, reducing aggression.
Offer gathering places where neighbors form social ties that produce stronger, safer
neighborhoods.
5. Revitalizing Community
Revive distressed areas by neating central walking, resting, and meeting places.
Attract investment through revitalization, including park and recreation improvements.
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Developing the Economy
Increase property value.
Increase municipal revenue.
Attract and retain affluent retirees.
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Attract knowledge workers and talent.
J.:ncourage home buyers to purchase homes.
7. Creating a Green Infrastructure
Preserve essential ecological functions and protect biodiversity.
Shape urban form and buffer incompatible uses with a system of green infrastructure.
Reduce public costs for built infrastructure for stormwater management, flood control,
and transportation.
H. Providing for Arts and Cultural Programs
Provide venues for artistic events and activities.
Provide settings for in-depth and long-term partnerships between communities and
artists.
Develop or revitali7-C parks through arts and cultural activities.
Develop new audiences for arts and cultural programs and arts organizations.
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Promoting Tourism
Provide sites for special events and festivals that attract tourists.
Provide sites for sports tournaments, which can be major sources of tourism and
economic benefits, especially for smaller cities.
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Implementing Smart Growth
Enhance mixed development and redevelopment strategies by offsetting higher density
developments with accessibility to green space.
Strengthen the urban core and protect the fringe from overdevelopment by creating
green space.
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PURPOSE OF THE PLAN
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In general, this plan provides a framework for integrating existing facilities and programs and further
developing a system of parks, recreation facilities and programs, open spaces, and trails. Specifically,
this plan will be used to:
Establish City policies regarding parks, recreation, open space, and trails
Evaluate development proposals
Evaluate and provide a basis for grant applications
Provide a basis for regulatory requirements
Evaluate and prioritize the expenditure of public funds for land acquisition, development, and
maintenance for recreational lands and facilities
Influence the preparation of individual park master plans
Determine the siting of new parks, recreation facilities, open spaces, and/or trails
Assist the Recreation Division in developing recreation programs
1.2 BOZEMAN RECREATION AND PARKS ADVISORY BOARD
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The City of B07:eman has had a Recreation Board for over 50 years. In 1957 the Board was called the
Board of Public Recreation, and by 1966 it was known as the City Recreation Board. On March 26,
1973 the City of Bozeman, Gallatin County and the Bozeman School District entered into an Interlocal
Agreement to establish a joint Community Recreation Department. The Interlocal Agreement provided
for the establishment of a Community Recreation Board that consisted of 12 members, and for
Administrative Trustees who were responsible for the operation of the Community Recreation
Department. In 19H3 the Interlocal Agreement was dissolved and the board became the City Recreation
Board. The City Recreation Board was reorgani7:ed in May of 1990 to include parks, and the 12 member
group was renamed the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board (RP AB). Later, two student
representatives were added create the current configuration of fourteen members who are appointed by
the B07:cman City Commission. The RP AB is charged with the responsibility of developing plans for
the parks, recreational programs and facilities, open spaces, and trails in the City of Bozeman, including
the regular evaluation and updating of said plans. In addition to the preparation of plans, the RP AB is
responsible for the following:
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Make recommendations to the City Commission on all matters regarding parks, recreation, open
space, and trails.
Review program and facility fees and recreation issues that may arise.
Assist City departments in reviewing park and trail designs in proposed developments.
Assist City departments in evaluating recreation programs and activities.
Aid user groups in obtaining Park Improvement Fund Grants for development of City parkland.
Assist in the development of individual park master plans for the City's parks.
Support all groups who aid in planning, developing, maintaining City parks, trails, and recreation
facilities.
Work with City departments to develop, maintain, and modify the Unified Development
Ordinance and the City's growth policy.
Take on such tasks as may be assigned by the City Commission.
1.3 CORE VALUES, VISION, AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1.3.0 Vision
An active community with parks, recreation facilities and programs, trails, and open spaces that are
ample in quantity and outstanding in guality to meet the needs of all of our citizens.
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1.3.1 Mission
To enhance the quality of life of the City's citizens through the provlslon of high '-luality parks, .
recreation facilities and programs, trails, and open spaces.
1.3.2 Guiding Principles
Provide recreational opportunities that are accessible and affordable to all members of the
community.
Use public places to create a sense of community and foster social interaction.
Strengthen relationships through shared recreation and play.
Promote an active and healthy citizenry.
Engage citizens in learning, arts, and culture.
AffIrm the community's commitment to responsible land use and stewardship of the natural
envltonment.
Support and enhance the community's economy.
Protect and enhance the beauty of the community.
Provide transportation options and connections.
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1.4 OVERVIEW OF OTHER PARK AND RECREATION PLANS
1.4.1 1975 Bozeman Park and Recreation Inventory and Work Plan
The Bozeman City-County Planning Staff completed the Bozeman Area Work Plan in 1975. The plan is
an analysis of inventories and surveys developed to determine community recreational needs and the
adequacy of the existing facilities to fulfill the present as well as future needs. It led to the formulation of
development recommendations and plans for each park, or park area, within the Bozeman area.
In 1980, the Community Recreation Board completed a study of the
Bozeman Recreational Program. The study included an inventory of
existing parks, their development status, a compilation of user groups
and their needs, and recommendations. This study identified the
following areas of concern:
1. A low level of public involvement and support for the City of
Bozeman Recreation Department;
2. Inadequate fmancial support and responsibility assignment to
the Recreation Department by the City and County;
3. Inadequate recreation opportunities for the school age
population; AND
4. Lack of a current recreation site acquisition and development
schedule.
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The study recommended the following:
1. Rural areas should be assisted in providing recreation for youths through participation in
voluntary associations and park development planning.
2. Joint funding by the City and the County should be provided for the Bozeman Recreation
Department.
3. The Bozeman Recreation Department and Gallatin County Subdivision Review Office should
coordinate efforts on the disposition of parklands.
4. Policy statements and an Interlocal Agreement should be developed that will better serve a
renewed dedication to the concept of cooperative community recreation.
1.4.2 1989 Gallatin County Recreation Plan
This plan was prepared by the Gallatin County Planning Office. It contained a detailed inventory and
description of all public and private park, recreation and school lands in Gallatin County. It also
included an analysis of past growth and development in Bozeman and the Bozeman area. The plan
suggested the adoption of subdivision park location and development criteria, cash-in~lieu fund
disbursement criteria, and linear park linkages. The plan called for more City-County cooperation
regarding recreation concerns.
The plan included a survey that was conducted from August to September, 1986. In addition to a group
of concerns that could be addressed by a multi-purpose park and other developed parks, the specific
recreation needs that were most often cited by respondents included:
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More fishing spots
Better access to public lands
More swimming facilities outside of the Bozeman area
More cross-county ski trails
More soccer, baseball, and softball fields
More open space in the form of parks and linear trails
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The conclusions drawn in the 1989 Gallatin County Recreation Plan generally reinforced the "Findings
and Recommendations" chapter (Chapter 1) of a 1979 County plan entitled "Plan for Gallatin County
Outdoor Recreation and Open Space," despite the fact that ten years had elapsed between the
preparations of the two plans.
1.4.3 1997 Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (POST) Plan
This document was prepared by the RP AB and first adopted in 1992.
In 1997, the plan was updated and reformatted to combine four
previously separate planning documents into one plan, including:
Bozeman Area Parks, Open Space, and Trails POST Master Plan,
August 1992; Bozeman Parks, Open Space, and Trails Plan Update,
1995; City of Bozeman Parks Master Plans, 1992; and the Bozeman
Area Trails Classification, Design, Maintenance, and Construction
Standards.
The 1997 compilation includes detailed information and maps for .
existing parks and recreation facilities; discusses the maintenance of
existing parks; discusses future park, trail, and open space needs;
provides park development and land acquisition recommendations; and
provides a synopsis of responsible parties and a timeline for
implementation. Specific recommendations include:
1. In addition to parkland for passive forms of recreation, Bo:zeman should continue to acquire
parkland suitable for active recreation development at a ratio of approximately 6.25 acres per
1,000 population.
2. Where possible, acquire or develop parkland useable for core activities for existing and future
residents in locations that will have a service ratio of at least % mile.
3. Designing pedestrian access can have a significant effect on increasing park service radii in new
developments, and should be of primary concern in the planning process.
4. Bozeman needs more facilities for organized sports.
5. Facilities for organi7:ed sport competition and practice may be best supplied, as is currently done,
by providing a series of specialty facilities in specific locations.
6. A large regional park could potentially provide a location for many of the needs for organized
sport facilities.
Developed facilities for organized competitive sports such as softball, baseball, and soccer are
not needed in every developed park. Opportunities for active recreation (core activities) may
well be best accomplished by providing multi-purpose fields in combination with picnic areas,
playgrounds, and areas for passive recreation in the majority of Bozeman's parks.
7.
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B07:eman needs more areas for picnics, especially parks with covered facilities that can
accommodate groups of 20 to 50 people.
The records of park size, location, ownership, and intended use need to be kept in a fashion that
makes them easy to retrieve and review.
10. In the interval between park acquisition and development (usually by dedication) park
boundaries can become obscured and take over by adjacent uses. The City should make sure
that property boundary markers are maintained in the development process.
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11. Parks that have been dedicated but not slated for immediate development should have a master
plan completed and adopted. This should become part of the public record. Where
appropriate, a minimum budget should be provided to begin implementation of park master
plans.
12. In parks acquired through the dedication process, waivers of right to protest the creation of a
park maintenance special improvement district (SID) should be considered.
1.4.4 Connecting Communities: 2001 Gallatin County Trails Report and Plan
This plan was prepared by the Gallatin County Trails Advisory Committee, which was formed as an
advisory committee to the Gallatin County Planning Board. As part of the planning process, the
Committee inventoried all existing trails including Forest Service trails, and information about existing
trails was compiled into a computer database. Committee members met with city councils, school
districts, non-profits, county boards, and other public interests to gather ideas and information.
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The Connecting Communities Plan serves as both a resource guide and a trails network vision. Planning
Boards, Subdivision Review Boards, developers, school districts, and others can use the trail
development siting guidelines and the extensive supporting appendices in all trail projects.
Combining the trail planning experience of the committee with public input, the trails network vision
was created. The highest priorities were for recreational trails and for safe transport to connect towns
and community amenities. Countywide, the highest priority trail is one linking Belgrade and Bozeman.
Other high priority trail corridors are: Bozeman to the "M" trail, Springhill to Bozeman, Four Corners
to B07:eman, Four Corners to Gallatin Gateway, and Three Forks to Trident. A general principle that
should guide future trail development is the linking of residential neighborhoods with schools, parks,
shopping, and longer distance commuter trails.
1.4.5 Montana Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)
The SCORP describes Montana's supply of public outdoor recreation facilities, trends in demand for
those facilities, key outdoor recreation challenges and issues in Montana, and statewide goals, objectives,
actions and priorities for enhancing outdoor recreation in the years 2003 to 2007. The pmpose of the
SCORP is to outline Montana's five-year plan for outdoor recreation management, conservation, and
development. It provides the strategic framework for recreation facility managers to use as a guideline in
planning and prioritizing resources, and includes a timdine for implementation. The SCORP also
identifies Montana's top priority statewide and regional outdoor recreation needs, and specifies a
process for allocating funding to state and local projects based on those needs.
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The SCORP is required in order for the State to be eligible for federal Land & Water Conservation
Fund (L WCF) funds. Since 1965, the L WCF program has provided more than $32 million to Montana
for state and local outdoor recreation projects, which are administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife &
Parks (FWP), plus an additional $3.5 billion for projects on federal lands.
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1.5 RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER ADOPTED PLANNING DOCUMENTS
1.5.1 Bozeman 2020 Community Plan
The Citv's growth policy. the BO;'\,i!/!!tJ11 ;}020 COIJJJIIIll!i!V Ph-Ill, '..vas adopted
on October 22, 20()1 and is scheduled for review and update in 20UH. ,\
growth polie)' is a new term for what has commonly been referred to as a
comprehensive plan or master plan. ,\n)' of these terms refer to a long-
range plan meant to guide the development and public pollcy decisions
which share the physical, environml'ntal, economic, and social chatacter of
the area included in the plan. r\ growth policy includes maps and policies
which depict land uses, and direct those uses and the arrangelnent lif future
uses.
The Bozeman 2020 Commul1ity Plan is organized into 13 separate chapters or
elements, which include:
Chapter 1 - Dealing with Change
Chapter 2 - Introduction
Chapter 3 - Background
Chapter 4 - Community Quality
Chapter 5 - Housing
Chapter 6 - Land Use
Chapter 7 - Economic Development
Chapter 8 - Environmental Quality & Hazards
Chapter 9 - Parks, Recreation, Trails & Open Spaces
Chapter 10 - Transportation
Chapter 11 - Public Facilities and Services
Chapter 12 - Subdivision Review
Chapter 13 - Implementation and Policies
Each element contains backbl"tound and technical information, goals, objectives, and implementation
policies. However, some of the important, and often technical, background information for some of the
clements is found in separate documents. This plan, the Bozeman Park.r, Ri!ireation, Open Space, and Trail.r
Plan, is one of these separate documents. Other such documents include:
Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan 2001 Update (scheduled for update in 2007);
1997 Critical Lands Study for the Bozeman Area;
North 19th Avenue/Oak Street Corridor Master Plan;
Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Facility Plans; and
Downtown Improvement Plan.
These plans have been adopted by the City of B07:eman, and are discrete documents subject to public
review and revision independent of the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan. The currently adopted version of
the plans listed, and all accompanying appendices, amendments, and adopted modifications, as amended
from time to time, are adopted by reference and incorporated into the Bozeman 2020 Communi~y Plan as if
set forth in full. In the event of conflicts between these other element documents and the Bozeman 2020
Community Plan, the policies of the 2020 Plan will supersede the other plan. Copies of these other
documents are available for review or checkout at the City of B07:eman's Department of Planning and
Community Development. Copies are also available for review at the Bozeman Public Library.
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1.5.2 Neighborhood and Subarea Plans
The City also engages in neighborhood and subarea planning.
Examples of such plans include the North 1 ~h Avenue! Oak
Street Corridor Master Plan and the Bozeman Creek Nez!!,hborhood
Plan. These plans allow the investigation of more detailed
issues which would be burdensome to examine in a
community-wide planning process. Neighborhood and
subarea plans allow for a greater degree of citizen
participation in planning efforts which will directly influence
their place of residence or work. The smaller scale of plans
allows loeal land owners, residents, and others most affected
by the finer detail of the neighborhood plan a greater
autonomy than would be likely if the fine level details were
determined as part of a community-wide plan. The
neighborhood or subarea plan will provide a context to
evaluate development proposals and the connections through
them and to the surrounding community. The principal focus
is expected to be on a finer-grained land use pattern, parks
and trail locations, and other land use concerns rather than
on substantial policy requirements.
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This plan shall influence and inform matters related to parks, recreation, open space, and trails contained
in neighborhood and subarea plans. However, where the is a conflict between the Bozeman fJarks,
Remation, Open Space, and Trails Plan, and a neighborhood or subarea plan, the neighborhood or subarea
. plan will supersede.
1.5.3 Individual Park Plans
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"['he City has individual park plans for many of Bozeman's parks. Many of these plans were prepared by
Landscape Architect Dick Pohl. These existing plans contain the following information: existing
conditions and needs analysis, master plan recommendations, project development budget, and maps.
In 2002, the City began requiring developers to provide park plans for parks within their developments.
The developers propose the plan, and the plan must ultimately be reviewed by the RP AB and approved
by the City Commission. There is a significant backlog of parks without plans. The preparation of
plans for these parks should be undertaken over time by City staff and/ or continued use of consultants.
'lbe individual park plans shall be in compliance with the policies contained in this document, as well as
any applicable regulatory requirements.
1.6 PLANNING AREA
The planning area for the Bozeman ParkJ", Recreation, Open Space, and Trails- Plan is the same as for the City's
other facility plans, including the wastewater, water and stormwater plans. It is also the same planning
area proposed for the update of the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan. This planning area contains the City
of Bozeman, as well as a 1- to 2-mile area around the City (please refer to Figure 1). The planning area
is approximately 66 square miles (42,400 acres) in size (including the City of Bozeman).
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1.7 PLANNING PROCESS AND PUBLIC OUTREACH
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The content of this plan was prepared, reviewed, and refined through countless meetings of the RP AB,
RP AB committees, public outreach and participation events, and final approval hearings with the
recommendation-making boards and the Bozeman City Commission. As with any long-range planning
project, the City was committed to encouraging and facilitating public involvement in this important
planning process. The Bozeman Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Plan planning process included
several opportunities for public participation and input, including the following specific events and
activities:
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Bozeman Recreation Activities and Facilities Survey
A statistically valid mail-back survey was sent to a sample of 1,000 households in February 2005.
The addresses wcrc randomly selected, via a computer program, from the City's land records.
Approximately 315 surveys were returned, resulting in a confidence level of 95 percent and a
margin of error of 5.5 percent. The survey collected information regarding thc adequacy of
recrcational programs and facilities, recommendations to improve recreation opportunities,
which recreational activities and facilities are most popular, park use and maintenance, trail use
and maintenance, and prioritization of funding. The survey questions along with responses are
included in Appendix A.
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Focus Groups - Round 1
This focus group session was held in September 2005 for the development community - land
developcrs, architects, engineers, and planners. Eighty-eight invitation letters were sent out with
a set of pre-determined questions, including:
1. What kind of information should the PROST Plan include to help you with the overall
design of developments?
2. What kind of information should the PROST Plan include to help you prepare individual
park plans?
3. If it were up to you which types of recreational lands and/ or facilities would you want in
your development to meet the needs of future residents?
4. Given that the provision of parks and trails is required, what can the PROST Plan do to
make your job easier?
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5. Do you have any suggestions regarding the formatting or organi7:ation of the document
to make it user-friendly?
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Focus Groups - Round 2
This focus group session was held in September 2005 for the general public. Several display ads
ran in the Bozeman Daily Chronicle. The discussion focused on identification of issues related
to parks, recreation, open space and trails.
Development Community Meetings
Representatives of the development community - including land developers, architects and
engineers - were invited to meetings with the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board's PROST
Plan Committee. The Committee was especially interested in working with the development
community since they are involved to such a large extent in the provision of recreational lands
and facilities within the City.
User Groups Surveys
Surveys were sent to 66 groups that use City of Bozeman parks and/ or recreation facilities, with
25 surveys returned. The survey collected information regarding program descriptions, number
of participants, season or dates of program(s), ages served, percentage of participants that are
county residents vs. City residents, program fees, parks and/or recreation facilities used by the
group, adequacy of existing parks and recreation facilities, and facility needs. A copy of the
survey, along with a summary of the results, is included in Appendix B.
Trail Stakeholders
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A group of trail stakeholders participated in the preparation of the trail-related sections of this
document. Specifically, the stakeholder group worked on developing trail definitions and
specifications, preparing a new trail plan, identifying trail~related issues and problem areas,
recommending trail implementation strategies, and identifying potential sources of funding for
trails. Represented groups included: Bozeman Area Bike Advisory Board, Big Sky Wind
Drinkers, Bridger Ski Foundation, Recreation and Parks Advisory Board, Gallatin Valley Land
Trust, Gallatin County Trails Committee/Gallatin County Board of Park Commissioners,
Montana State University, and the development community.
Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Public Hearing
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Board conducted a public hearing on the proposed plan on
Thursday, September 20, 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Lindley Center. Seven RP AB members, 6 City
of B07eman staff members and 17 members of the public attended. Comments were provided
regarding the need for safe trails throughout the community, the need for more soccer fields, the
desire for equestrian use on some trails, the need to protect park improvement funding sources
and ensuring the homeowners' associations are adequately maintaining parks. At their October
11, 2007 meeting the RP AB voted unanimously to recommend approval of this plan to the
Bozeman City Commission.
Bozeman City Commission Public Hearing
The H07:eman City Commission held a public hearing on this on October 22, 2007. SL'C members
of the public commented on the proposed plan. Comments were provided regarding the
desirability of asphalt shared use paths, allowing infill development to provide cash-in-lieu of
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parkland dedication, including equestrian facilities and trails in Bozeman's recreational amenities,
the need for a City Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator, the need for trail signage and safe street
crossings, acquiring as much as land as possible now to hedge against escalating land costs, and
getting open space bond money to spend in Bozeman. The City Commission voted unanimously
to adopt the proposed plan with amendments.
A final draft of the plan was prepared, incorporating all of the amendments requested by the
City Commission, and was formally adopted via resolution on December 17,2007.
1 .8 PROCESS FOR AMENDMENT
1.8.1 Amendments to the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Plan
The PROST Plan should be reviewed and revised as needed every 5 years. Because the Parks,
Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Plan is part of the City's growth policy, and in light of the time and
effort invested in the preparation of this plan, a growth policy amendment application and review is
required to amend the plan. A growth policy amendment requires that the following criteria be met:
1. The proposed amendment cures a deficiency in the growth policy or results in an improved
growth policy which better responds to the needs of the general community.
2. The proposed amendment does not create inconsistencies within the growth policy, either
between the goals and the maps or between different goals; if inconsistencies arc identified, then
additional changes must be provided to remove the inconsistencies.
The proposed amendment must be consistent with the overall intent of the gro"Wth policy.
The proposed amendment will not adversely affect the community as a whole or significant
portion by:
a. Significantly altering acceptable existing and future land use patterns, as defmed in the
text and maps of the growth policy;
b. Requiring unmitigated larger and more expensive improvements to streets, water, sewer,
or other public facilities and which, therefore, may impact development of other lands;
c. Adversely impacting existing uses because of unmitigated greater than anticipated
impacts on facilities and services; or
d. Negatively affecting the livability of the area or the health and safety of the residents.
5. The proposed amendment must be approved by an affIrmative vote of a majority of the total
membership of the City Commission.
3.
4.
Growth policy amendment applications are obtained from and submitted to the Department of
Planning and Community Development.
1.8.2 Preparation of or Amendments to Individual Park Master Plans
1.
Groups/ citizens interested in preparing an individual park master plan or amending an existing
park master plan contact the Parks Division with a proposal. The Parks Division uses a
checklist to assess if the proposal would require a park master plan amendment. If the proposal
would not require a park master plan, and the Parks Division fmds the proposal to be
acceptable, the group / citizen works directly with the Parks Division to implement the proposal.
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Note: Length of time for revie'w depends upon scheduling constraints.
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of the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance.
1,\ determination that the subrruttal is complete means that all
required matenals have been submitted, or a written narrative
provided explaining \\'h1' materials are not provided or are not
applicable.
2After the Cll1' CommissIOn holds a public hearing and makes a
decision on a GrO\"lrth Pohcy Amendment, they must approve a
resolution amenclmg the gro\\'1:h policy at a regular meeting before the
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IIf a park master plan is prepared for a newly dedicated park, as
part of the development review process, plans ",1.11 be submitted
to the Planning Department instead of the Parks Di"'1sion. The
Planning Department ,-viii be responsible for scheduling the
proposal for consIderation by the Recreation and Parks "-\dvisory
Board (RP.\B) and the City Commission.
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2.
If a park master plan amendment is required, the applicant prepares a formal submittal,
including a new or revised park master plan, and submits it to the Par ks Division which
schedules the item for consideration by the RP AB. Before making a recommendation, the
RP AB may ask the applicant to prepare and implement a public outreach plan. The RP AB and
the City's Neighborhood Coordinator will work with the applicant to design the public outreach
plan. The RPAB may also decide to form a subcommittee, seek additional information, and/or
conduct a public meeting before making a recommendation. The Parks Division, in conjunction
with RP AB, would be responsible for organizing, scheduling and providing notice for these
activities with assistance from the City's Neighborhood Coordinator.
When a park master plan is being prepared for a newly dedicated park, as part of the
development review process, the plan must be submitted to the Planning Department. The
Planning Department then arranges for RP AB and the Parks Division to review the proposed
plan.
3. Once the RP AB makes a recommendation on the proposal, the Parks Division will schedule the
proposal for consideration by the City Commission as a regular agenda item.
4.
When a park master plan is being prepared for a newly dedicated park, as part of the subdivision
review process, the Planning Department will schedule the proposed plan for consideration by
the City Commission.
After the proposal is approved or conditionally approved by the City Commission, the applicant
must submit 2 copies of the new or amended park master plan to the Parks Division. The copies
go the Parks Division if it's a new or amended park master plan for an existing park. The copies
go to the Planning Department if it's a park master plan for a newly dedicated park created
through the development review process.
The Parks Division will prepare a resolution formally adopting the new or amended park master
plan and schedule the item for City Commission's Consent Agenda.
5.
When a park master plan is being prepared for a newly dedicated park, as part of the subdivision
review process, the Planning Department will prepare a resolution and schedule it for City
Commission consideration.
1.9 STATE LAW REQUIREMENTS
Section 7G~3-G21, Montana Code Annotated (MCA) contains the following requirements:
1. Except as otherwise allowed, a subdivider shall dedicate to the governing body a cash or land
donation equal to:
a. 11 percent of the area of the land proposed to be subdivided into parcels of one-half
acre or smaller;
b. 7.5 percent of the area of the land proposed to be subdivided into parcels larger than
one-half acre and not larger than 1 acre;
c.
5 percent of the area of the land proposed to be subdivided into parcels larger than 1
acre and not larger than 3 acres; and
2.5 percent of the area of the land proposed to be subdivided into parcels larger than 3
acres and not larger than 5 acres.
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2.
When a subdivision is located totally within an area for which density requirements have been
adopted pursuant to a growth policy under chapter 1 or pursuant to zoning re,b'Ulations under
chapter 2, the governing body may establish park dedication requirements based on the
community need for parks and the development densities identified in the growth policy or
regulations. Park dedication requirements established under this subsection are in lieu of those
provided in subsection 1 and may not exceed 0.03 acres per dwelling unit.
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3. A park dedication may not be required for:
a. J _and proposed for wbdivision into parcels larger than S acres;
b. Subdivision into parcels which are all nonresidential;
c. A subdivision in which parcels are not created, except when that subdivision provides
permanent multiple spaces for recreational camping vehicles, mobile homes, or
condominiums; or
d. A subdivision in which only one additional parcel is created.
4. The governing body, in consultation with the subdivider and the planning board or park board
that has jurisdiction, may determine suitable locations for parks and playgrounds and, giving due
weight and consideration to the expressed preference of the subdivider, may determine whether
the park dedication must be a land donation, cash donation, or a combination of both. When a
combination of land donation and cash donation is required, the cash donation may not exceed
the proportional amount not covered by the land donation.
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5.
In accordance with the provisions of subsections Sa and Sb, the governing body shall use the
dedicated money or land for development, acquisition, or maintenance of parks to serve the
subdivision.
a. The governing body may use the dedicated money to acquire, develop, or maintain,
within its jurisdiction, parks or recreational areas or for the purchase of public open
space or conservation easements only if:
1. The park, recreational area, open space, or conservation easement is within a
reasonably close proximity to the proposed subdivision; and
11. The governing body has formally adopted a park plan that establishes the needs
and procedures for use of the money.
b. The governing body may not use more than 50 percent of the dedicated money for park
malntenance.
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G. The local governing body shall waive the park dedication requirement if:
a. The preliminary plat provides for a planned unit development or other development
with land permanently set aside for park and recreational uses sufficient to meet the
needs of the persons who will ultimately reside in the development, and the area of the
land and any improvements set aside for park and recreational purposes equals or
exceeds the area of the dedication required under subsection 1;
The preliminary plat provides long-term protection of critical wildlife habitat; cultural,
historical, or natural resources; agricultural interests; or aesthetic values, and the area of
the land proposed to be subdivided, by virtue of providing long-term protection, is
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reduced by an amount equal to or exceeding the area of the dedication required under
subsection 1;
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The area of the land proposed to be subdivided, by virtue of a combination of the
provisions of subsections oa and 6b, is reduced by an amount equal to or exceeding the
area of the dedication required under subsection 1; or
d. The subdivider provides for land outside of the subdivision to be set aside for park and
recreational uses sufficient to meet the needs of the persons who will ultimately reside in
the subdivision, and the area of the land and any improvements set aside for park and
recreational uses equals or exceeds the area of dedication required under subsection 1.
c.
7. The local governing body may waive the park dedication requirement if:
a. The subdivider provides land outside the subdivision that affords long-term protection
of critical wildlife habitat, cultural, historical, or natural resources, agricultural interests,
or aesthetic values, and thc arca of the land to be subject to long-term protection equals
or exceeds the area of the dedication required under subsection 1.
8. A local governing body may, at its discretion, require a park dedication for a minor subdivision.
A local governing body that chooses to require a park dedication shall specify in regulations the
circumstances under which a park dedication will be required.
9.
Subject to the approval of the local governing body and acceptance bv the school district
trustees, a subdivider may dedicate a land donation provided in subsection (1) to a school
district, adequate to be used for school facilities or buildings.
10.
For the purposes of this section:
a. "Cash donation" is the fair market value of the unsubdivided, unimproved land; and
b. "Dwelling unit" means a residential structure in which a person or persons reside.
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11. A land donation under this section may be inside or outside of the subdivision.
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2.0 INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides the context for evaluating the community's recreational needs. For example, the
availability of recreational opportunities on nearby federally-owned lands is an important factor to
consider when evaluating the provision of land, facilities and programs for recreation. The presence of
major streams and rivers in the planning area strongly influences the location of parks, trails and open
space.
The climate of the area, specifically the cold and snow of winter and the relatively short summers, plays
an important role in the provision of recreational facilities and programs as well as decisions regarding
maintenance. Finally, understanding the demographic composition of our community is critical for
assessing the recreational facility and ptof,l1"am needs of our citizens.
2.1 REGIONAL RECREATION CONTEXT
2.1.1 Yellowstone National Park
Bozeman sits northwest of Yellowstone National Park. From Bozeman, it is a 90-mile drive to the west
entrance of the park at the city of West Yellowstone and a 79 mile drive to the north entrance at
Gardiner. Yellowstone became the country's first national park in 1872. Today, the park is an
International Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site, a wildlife refuge, and a favorite vacation spot.
Three major volcanic explosions that occurred in the last 2 million years formed the landscape of the
park. The volcanic explosion that formed the Yellowstone Caldera, or basin, occurred 600,000 years ago.
The volcanism that caused these eruptions still powers the park's famous geysers, hot springs,
fumaroles, and mud pots.
Summer activities in the park include sightseeing, hiking, biking, camping, boating, fishing and
backpacking. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, sightseeing, and
snowshoeing. The road between Gardiner and Cooke City is the only one open year-round to wheeled
vehicles. 1
2.1.2 Gallatin National Forest
Bozeman is in close proximity to Gallatin National Forest lands, including the Bridger Range to the
northeast and the Gallatin Range to the south. This National Forest was established in 1899 and is part
of the Greater Yellowstone Area, the largest intact ecosystem in the continental United States. This 1.8-
million acre Forest spans six mountain ranges and covers large sections of Park, Gallatin, and Sweet
Grass counties. The Gallatin National Forest provides habitat for a full complement of native fauna,
including four federally listed threatened species - the f,mzzly bear, gray wolf, bald eagle, and the Canada
lynx. The forest is used for a wide range of recreational activities, including camping, hiking, hunting,
fishing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing.
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The Gallatin National Forest contains two Congressionally-designated Wilderness areas, the Absaroka-
Beartooth and Lee Metcalf Wildernesses. The Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area is an enormous and .
rugged expanse of high~elevation country, sprawling across the eastern side of the Gallatin National
Forest, as well as portions of the Shoshone and Custer National Forests. Further to the west is the Lee
Metcalf Wilderness Area, divided into four separate units in the Madison Range. The Gallatin and
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests, as well as the Bureau of Land Management, share
landownership. Wild canyon country along the Madison River, forest and meadow areas filled with
wildlife, razor-like ridges leading to glacially carved peaks, and alpine lakes and meadows are all found in
these diverse wilderness segments.2
Bridger Bowl, the local downhill ski area, is located about 15 miles north of Bozeman. Bridger Bowl
offers 1,500 acres of terrain, with 69 trails served by 7 lifts. Bohart Ranch Cross County Ski Center, the
local nordic ski area, is located about 16 miles north of Bozeman. They offer 25 kilometers of groomed
trails ski trails, as well as snowshoe trails, situated on private and Forest Service lands. Both ski areas are
located in the Bridger Range of the Gallatin National Forest
Hyalite Canyon and Hyalite Reservoir are located south of Bozeman in the Gallatin National Forest.
They are named for the mineral that is found in the area. Hyalite Canyon is a tremendous recreational
resource near Bozeman, with facilities for camping, fishing, and hiking. Mountain biking, ice climbing,
and skiing are also popular activities. There are several wheelchair-accessible trails in Hyalite Canyon.
2.2 HYDROLOGY
Bozeman and the planning area are ctossed with numerous rivers, streams and irrigation canals (see
Figure 2). These watercourses and associated riparian areas btteatly influence the physical location of .
recreational lands with many parks and open spaces containing watercourses, and many trails running
along watercourses. Most of the creeks flow from the southeast to northwest to the Gallatin River.
Major creeks and rivers within the planning area include:
East Gallatin River, in the northeastern portion of the City and planning area;
Bozeman (Sourdough) Creek, flowing through the east side of the City and joining with Rocky
Creek to form the East Gallatin River. Bozeman Creek has been channelized and rerouted into a
storm pipe as it flows through the center of town;
Nash Spring Creek, Matthew Bird, and Figgins Creeks in the southern portion of the City of
Bozeman;
Hyalite Creek, southwest of the City;
Rocky Creek, flowing northwest along the Interstate through the northeast sections of the City
of Bozeman, and joining with Bozeman Creek to form the East Gallatin River;
Bridger Creek, flowing west from Bridger Canyon, into the East Gallatin River
Baxter Creek and Aajker Creek, flowing through the western part of the City; and
East and West Catron Creeks, flowing south to north, through the middle of the City
Groundwater is another abundant resource in the Gallatin Valley. Generally, groundwater is near the
surface, and flows trom south to north to the East Gallatin River. Locally high water tables of less than
ten feet below the surface are prevalent throughout the valley. Groundwater aquifers are recharged
through many sources. Recharge is received from infiltration from the many rivers, streams, and .
irrigation ditches. In addition, faults located along the mountain fronts aid in recharge by distributing the
rain and snow runoff along their corridors.
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2.3 WEATHER AND CLIMATE
The weather and climate of the Bozeman area is a significant factor to consider when planning for park
and recreation facilities and programs. The weather impacts a wide-range of considerations such as:
The scheduling of warm verses cold weather recreation programs
Maintenance of park and recreational facilities, which varies seasonally
Installation of vegetation, new equipment, parking lot improvements, ete.
Provision of seasonal activities such as ice skating/hockey and nordic skiing in the winter and
outdoor swimming and tennis in the summer
Tables 2-1 and 2-2 include temperature and precipitation data for Montana State University that was
compiled by the Western Regional Climate Center in 2005. The data represents a period of record from
AprilS, 1892 to December 31, 2004.
Table 2-1: Average Temperatures in Fahrenheit Scale by Month -1892 through 2004
Jan Feb Mar ApI' May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual
Maximum Temperature 31.3 35.3 42.3 53.7 63.1 71.5 111.1 80.2 69.1 57.5 42.0 33.7 55.1
Minimum Temperature 11.8 15.2 21.2 30.5 38.5 45.2 51.0 49.5 41.1 32.8 22.2 14.() 31.1
Source: Montana Climate S ummanes, Western Rzfljonal Climate Center.
Table 2-2: Average Precipitation in Inches by Month -1892 through 2004
Jan Feb Mar ApI' May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual
Total Precipitation 0.811 0.74 1.33 1.81 2.87 2.8R 1.3(, 1.24 1.74 1.48 1.08 0.86 18.26
Total Snowfall 12.7 10.2 16.1 12.2 4.2 0.5 0.0 0.1 0.11 5.3 10.9 11.5 84.5
Snow Depth 5 5 3 1 0 0 (J 0 0 0 2 3 2
Source: Montana Climate S ummanes, IF'CJ"/em Re,giona! Clima!e Center,
Bozeman is located at an elevation of 4,793 feet above sea level. The average growing season is 107
days.
2.4 DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
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2.4.1 Population
Historic Population Trends. Although Bozeman's growth was significant during the 1990s, from a
percent change perspective, the 1990s had the fifth greatest rate of population change of the 20th
century at approximately 22 percent. Since 1900, the greatest rate of population change occurred during
the decade of 1900 to 1910 when the population grew by approximately 49 percent. This decade was
characterized by the advent of dry land farming techniques and a resulting homestead boom, which
dramatically increased the City's population. The decade between 1960 and 1970 had the second greatest
rate of population change between 1900 and 2000. During this ten-year period, the City's population
increased by approximately 40 percent. Tb.is population boom is attributed to the first wave of out- .
migration from urban areas to the Rocky Mountain West, and the "get back to nature" movement of the
1960s. The decades between 1930 and 1940, and 1940 and 1950, had the third and fourth greatest rate
of population change of the century. During these ten-year periods, the City's population increased by
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approximately 26 percent and 31 percent respectively. This population increase is often associated with
the boom in the tourism economy as Yellowstone National Park became a popular destination for
pleasure seekers.
Table 2-3: Historic Population Trends for Bozeman and Gallatin County -1900 through 2000
Year City of Bozeman Gallatin County Bozeman as
Population Percent Change Population Percent Change Percent of County
1900 3,419 - 9,553 - 35.80;,,,
1910 5,107 49.4% 14,079 47.4"/0 36.3";,,,
1920 6,183 21.1 % 15,864 12.7% 39.0%
1930 6,855 10.9% 16,124 1.6% 54.9%
1940 8,665 26.4% 18,269 13.3% 47.4";0
1950 11,325 30.70;,,, 21,902 19.9% 51.7%
1960 13,361 18.00/" 26,045 18.9% 51.3%
1970 18,670 39.7% 32,505 24.8% 57.4%
1980 21,645 15.90/0 42,865 31.9% 50.5%
1990 22,660 4.7""0 50,463 17 . 70,-;, 44.9%
2000 27,590 21.8% (, 7 ,831 34.4% 40. r/o
S I!urce: CenJuJ" of Population and IIoUJi/Zl;. U.S. CellJuJ Bureau.
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Recent Population Trends. Table 2-4 contains population estimates for the City of Bozeman and
Gallatin County for the years 2000 through 2005. These numbers are from the U.S. Census Bureau's
Annual Time Series (A TS) of Population Estimates. Each year the Population Estimates Pro6ttam
produces estimates of households, housing units, distribution of households by age of householder, and
persons per household, by state. The reference date for these estimates is July 1.
Table 2-4: Population Estimates for Bozeman and Gallatin County - 2000 through 2005
I City of Bozeman Gallatin County Bozeman as
Year Percent of County
Population Percent Change Population Percent Change
July 1, 2000 27,911 - 68,278 - 40.8"'-0
July 1, 2001 28,713 2.9~';, 69,812 " ""0' 41.1"'0
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July 1, 2002 29,526 2.80/0 71,106 1.90;'" 41.50",
July 1, 2003 30,868 4.5% 73,328 3.1 ')'0 41.9";0
July 1, 2004 32,414 5.0% 75,637 3.1 ",,, 42.()~'(]
July 1, 2005 33,535 3 .5 0/0 78,210 3.4% 42.80;'"
Source: Annual EJtimateJ ~r the Population for Intorporated Plam and CountieJ. Population DiviJion. U.S. CensuJ" Bureau.
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As noted previously, the planning area for this document extends beyond the City of Bozeman. In
order to accurately evaluate and address the recreational needs of the entire planning area, an estimate of
the population of the entire planning area is needed. According to the Gallatin County GIS Office's
structure layer, there were approximately 2,769 dwelling units in the planning area outside of the City of
Bozeman. When the County's average household size of 2.46 is multiplied by this number, a population
estimate of 6,812 results, for an estimate of approximately 40,347 people for the entire planning area.
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Population Projections. The Montana Census and Economic Information Center (CEl C) provides
population projections for the State of Montana and all Montana counties. These projections were
prepared by NP A Data Services, Ine. Population projections for the PROST Plan Planning Area were
developed by Morrison-Maierle, Ine. for preparation of the City's Wastewater Facility Plan3. The
methodology for Morrison-Maierle, Ine.'s projections are available for review at the Department of
Planning & Community Development.
Table 2-5: Population Projections - 2010,2015,2020 and 2025
2010 2015 2020 2025
PROST Plan Planning Area 42,700 54,500 69,500 88,700
Gallatin County 80,774 86,344 02,060 97,74.'
State of Montana 988,874 1,037,405 1,090,686 1,148,162
Soun'e: NP A Data Services, Inc.
Population Prqjections and Stu4y Boundary, Morrison Maier/e. In,:, February 16,2005.
All of this population information suggests that the population of the City of Bozeman, Gallatin County
and the PROST Plan planning area is growing rapidly. Proactive planning will be needed to ensure that
the City's recreational facilities and programs can keep pace with the population growth of the
community. These population numbers will be used in later chapters to evaluate the level of service dle
City is currendy providing and to prepare an assessment of needs for recreational facilities and
programs.
2.4.2 Gender
Bozeman and Gallatin County represent a gender anomaly where men have outnumbered women since
the 19505. Nationwide, men represented 49.1 percent and women 50.9 percent of the population in the
2000 Census. At the state level, men comprised 49.8 percent and women 50.2 percent of the population
in 2000. Gender represents a factor to be considered when planning for recreation facilities and
programs because recreational interests vary based on gender. For example, studies by Leisure Trends
Group indicate that the top ten recreational activities for women include walking, aerobics, exercise,
biking, jogb>ing, basketball, lifting weights, golf, swimming and tennis, whereas the top ten recreational
activities for men include golf, basketball, walking, jogging, biking, lifting weights, football, hiking,
fishing and hunting.4
Table 2-6: Gender Percentages for Bozeman and Gallatin County -1910 through 2000
1910 1920 1930 1940 1950
City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin
Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County
Male 51.5% 56.7% 48.30;'0 52.20/n 48.9% 52.2O/cf 48.4% 52.10;'0 51.1 % 52.80/0
F emalc 48.5% 43.3",." 51. 70/" 47.8U,." 51.1% 47.80;,,, 51.6% 47.9u", 48.9"'0 47.211;0
1960 1970 1980 1990 2000
City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin
Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County
Male 51.2",,, 51.7",,, 51.00,,, 51.1% 51.3'~" 51.4~'" 51.2% 51.1% 52.60//1 52.0",;,
F emalc 48.8"/0 48.3% 49.1% 48.9% 48.8";" 48.6'Y" 48.8% 48.9% 47.4% 48/1%
Source: Censu.r o( PopulatirllZ and Hou.lin,};. U.S. CenJus Bureau.
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Based on historical data, we could expect the trends of men outnumbering women ill the City of
Bozeman and Gallatin County to continue into the future.
2.4.3 Age
Nationwide, median age is increasing, which is attributable to several trends including increased
longevity and aging of the population born during the Baby Boom after World War II (1946 to 1964).5
In fact, Montana, Florida, Wyoming, Maine, New Mexico and North Dakota are all predicted to have at
least 25 percent of their population represented by persons age 65 and over by 2030.1,
Table 2-7: Population by Age for Bozeman and Gallatin County -1930 through 2000
1930 1940 1950 1960
City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin
Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County
Under 5 years 509 7.4()'1I 1,371 H.5(),() (,53 7.511,'4l 1.440 7.yfl,.u 1,107 ~.R(lijf 2,4'11 11.400 1,21d Sl.4(1,1I 3,02(, 11,('''"
5 to <) years 5')5 H,7f1.u 1,5m 9.7Ou 593 C>.Wlill 1,3R7 7.64).(\ 7('() G,70/o 1,7Ml H.lll,o 1,075 R.O"" 2,5(,() Y,K4l'(I
10 to 14 years (,94 1 0.1 (~'n 1,7(,5 ll1.9u/o (,511 7.5"'" 1,502 K.2j1"H (,3(, 5.010 1,41') ().5u,~, 1,044 7.8",,, 2,314 H,YU,,)
15 to 19 years M') ~.Huo 1,579 9J.;o~1 Rill 0.211'41 1,758 Y.6(1/Cl 872 7.70(1 1,052 7.50/0 1.702 12.7" " 2,1.17 10,0"."
20 to 24 years SRI 8.5".'" 1,24'1 7,70;0 RRO 1 ().2f~'n 1,759 ~) ,(lll, (l 1,W') 15.()O/o 2,544 11.0"'0 1,K41 13,8"." 2,730 10.5",,,
25 to 34 years '>0(, "11.2il,o 2,0(,7 12.HU,u 1,425 1 (1.4H,0 2,775 15.2O'D 1,875 16.6\1,'11 3.597 1 ().4"." 1,514 11.1(),i) .\208 12,Y'JJ
35 to 44 years 1,04') 15.3",,, 2,425 15,(l/l'H 1,120 12.~.n() 2,275 12.51)'/1 1,30'1 11.(i/l,o 2,(,27 12.0o"1f 1,520 11.4\1 (I 3,0<)'1 11.9" "
45 to 54 years 82') 12.11)'11 l.K77 11,(,"." 1,W7 12.80'(1 2,425 1:L~H'11 1,OIlK 9.4""" 2,101 9.6~)'~I 1,1(,7 H.7O,'o 2,419 9,31)/Cl
55 to 64 years %7 H.1O/H 1,230 7J)\J/1I 734 H.51~'41 1,(,114 H.Ho," 9'J1 8.8",,, 1,952 H.90 1I "24 ().()H/O 1,7(,7 (d'::U'()
65 to 74 years 324 4.7fl/u 744 4.()()i\, 477 5,50/0 <J21l 5.tu/lf 1150 5.7",,, 1.159 5.3"" 815 (l,lH'n 1,487 5.700
75 years and over no 1.9\1,.1) 244 1.5",,, 225 2.60'0 41(, 2.1\1 !I 35R 1.2(1,() 592 2.711,'1) 4'1K ~.7/1'0 824 ;).20.0
Unknown 2 O.()II'fl 4 ().no;u 0 {I.O"'H 0 {LO"/o 0 0.0"'" 0 0.0",,, 0 IU)u.o 0 O.()(l,.o
Total (),R55 100.0"" 1(,,124 WII.O"'" R,('('5 100.0",;, 18,2m 100.0"1" 11 ,325 100.11",,, 21,'102 100.0"'" 13,31l1 100.0"'" 2(J,045 HHI,O"."
1970 1980 1990 2000
City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin City of Gallatin
Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County Bozeman County
Under 5 years 1,30(, 7.(JO,'il 2.415 7.4il'il 1,120 5..20'0 2,9'14 7JI~l,o 1,281< 5.7",,, 3,47(, 6.~1' II 1,31l(' 5.()O,/t 3,9." 5.H(I,o
5 to 9 years 1,321 7.11'c, 2,7(,1) K.5O!\) 91<) 4.20'11 2,71K ()3~lill 1,294 5.7",,, 3,(,21 7.20'0 1,120 4.10 II 4,02'1 5.9\~'i)
10 to 14 years 1,27:'> o.Ho/II 2,KI,7 8,8",,, ')51 4.4if'11 2,M9 (1.21~'1I ')I:n 4.3O'1l 3,41(, (,.1'\"." 1,185 4..10'0 4,321< ().4H (I
15 to 19 years 3,223 17..')o,() 4,5(,5 14.()/lil 3,319 15.:'>" " 5,143 12,()II,tI 2,5(,5 11.:)H,o 4,3W X,70 II 3.1K4 11.(,"" (,,002 R.H(),(,
20 to 24 years 4,025 21 Jt'lf 5,04(, 15.5"." 5,K02 2(LHif,n 7,755 lR.l"" 4,K7K 21.51)'11 G,305 12.5(10 (l,(,21 24.111o 9,187 13.5/1'0
25 to 34 years 2,lR7 11,7H"ll 3, <J28 12.1H/o 3,<J23 IH.1/1io 8,177 l~.lO,o 4,088 1X-lIO/n 8,'145 17.7",,, 4,701 17.1"'" W,059 14.8",,,
35 to 44 yea," 1,375 7.40'0 2,'177 ().2()..0 1,51 '> 7J)O,o 4,281 10.011'0 3,OOH 13..',0'11 H,470 1o.HII'11 3,1(,8 11.5",,, 10,S('8 15,(10.11
45 to 54 years 1.444 7.7O'H 3,084 9.5~)/\1 1,144 5.30'0 3,044 7.1"'0 1,439 6.4(1/11 4,273 8.5" " 2,781 1(1,111,j) 9,308 13,7",,,
55 to 64 years 1,020 5.5lJ n 2,245 o.I)U (I 1,219 5.(10,'0 2,871 (,.7",,, 1,0(,1 4,7",,, 3,1 ()3 (,.1 () II 1,183 4.3011 4,645 (I.HIl, 0
65 to 74 years 75'1 4.1 n/O 1,425 4.40,~, 1'\4') 3.C)u'll 1,844 4.11I'~1 1,0'>1 4.HO'fI 2.751 5.5" " H85 3.2O'() 2,982 4.40'0
75 years and over 737 1.(jI) () 1,1 '>3 :).7lJ/1I 8HO 4.10'0 1,38') 3.20'11 %5 4..'111'\1 1,734 3.4",,, 1,315 4.H(l,O 2,78H 4.1""
Unknown 0 O.()O'II 0 OJ)"'" 0 (Ul"." 0 {1.()O'~1 0 (J.(I"'" 0 U.O/lll 0 n.o/l.() 0 O.flO(l
Total IH,G70 100.0"'0 32,505 1Il0.(J",,, 21,M5 100.0"'" 42,1<(,5 100.0",,, 22,600 100JI":" 50,4()3 1II0.0'~ " 27,50<) 100.0"'" ('7,K31 1Oll.(l" "
S oum: Cen.ru.r o( Population and Hou.ring, US. Cen.ru.r Bureau.
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Over the past several decades the median age in Montana has been greater than for the US as a whole.
Montana's median age was 33.8 years in Census 1990 and 37.5 years in Census 2000, while median age .
in the US as a whole was 32.9 years in 1990 and 35.3 years in 2000.7 This trend is expected to continue
with median age for Montana projected to be 41.5 years by 2015 and 46 years by 2030 compared to 37.4
years in 2015 and 39.0 years in 2030 for the US as a whole.H Montana women are predicted to continue
to reach an older age than men, with the median age for women predicted to be 47.7 years by 2030
compared to 44.2 years for men.~
Locally, the population of Gallatin County is also aging, although the population of Gallatin County is
still sib>11ificantly younger than the population as a whole statewide and nationwide. In 2000, the median
age in Gallatin County was 30.7 years, which was an all time high. This is up from a low of 23.6 years in
1970. The City of Bozeman is bucking the aging trend. In 2000, the City had a median age of 25.4
years, which was 12.1 years less than the statewide median age and 9.9 years less than the nationwide
median age! Bozeman's median age actually declined from 25.8 years in 1990. Bozeman's median age
hit its :zenith of 30.3 in 1940. Like Gallatin County, Bozeman's all time low for median age was also in
1970 at 22.7 years.
Graph 2-1: Median Age for Bozeman and Gallatin County - 1930 through 2000
2000
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Source: CenJu.r ~(Population and HouJing. U.S. Cen,ru.r Bureau.
Note: Median age for Bozeman in 19}O - 1960, 1980 andfor Gallatin County 1930 - 1950 wa..- calculated hv the Department ?! NanninJ!'
and Community Development in 2005 betauJe thi..- information wa.r not available from the U.S. CenJUJ Bureau.
Bozeman's youthful relatively youthful population is attributable to the presence of Montana State
University. Approximately 12,000 students attend MSU, with most living in the PROST Plan planning
area. Many students do not have the responsibilities that come with a family, a career and running a
household, and tend to have mote time available for various types of recreational activities.
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The increasing numbers of seniors in our population will require safe and ready access to a variety of
activities that range from fitness and sports prob>tams, to hobby and craft opportunities, and computer
clubs and travel clubs. Seniors will be looking for activities that combine fitness with fun.
2.4.4 Income
As illustrated in the table below, Montana's ranking among the states for per capita income has trended
downwards since a high of 14 in 1950.
Table 2-8: Montana's Ranking in Per Capita Income -1930 through 2004
1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2004
:)(J 19 14 28 34 34 4:) 46 45
Source: Per Capita Persona/income. Montana Rank, 1929-2004, U.S. Bureau ~rEconomicAna!ysis.
The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) attributes this trend mainly to
"declines in resource-based industries, which historically provided family-wage jobs (mining, forestry,
agriculture, ranching, manufacturing). Those jobs have not been replaced by other industries providing
family-wage jobs to the same workforce. While there has been growth in the govenunent, services,
retail, wholesale, construction, communications, and public utilities sectors, many jobs in dIe highest
growth sectors are low-paying jobs (e.g., retail, services). Moreover, education and workforce
training/re-training programs have not kept up with economic changes.,,111
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Gallatin County's per capita personal income was $19,074 at the time of dIe 2000 Census, compared to
only $16,104 in B07:eman. In 2000, per capita income was $21,587 nationwide and $17,151 statewide.ll
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Gallatin County's per capita personal income had risen
to $27,211 in 2003. This ranked 5th in the state and was 107 percent of the state average of $25,406, and
86 percent of dIe national average of $31,472.12 2003 figures for Bozeman were not available.
The SCORP notes that "because of Montana's struggling economy and low income population,
affordability of outdoor recreation is a key issue, as is the limited ability of businesses and citi7:ens to pay
higher taxes for it."ll Given that the per capita income figures for Bozeman are so low, affordability of
recreation activities is of particular concern.
Income also influences housing choices. With housing affordability increasingly becoming an issue in
Bozeman, an increasing number of households are housed in multifamily configurations. Households in
multifamily developments may have less yard space available for recreation than those in single-
household stmctures. Therefore, the provision of adequate public park space becomes even more
important.
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2.4.5 Ethnicity
In 1990 Bozeman's population was 95.9 percent white and 1.4 percent Hispanic or Latino.14 By 2000,
Bozeman's population was 93.8 percent white and 1.6 percent Hispanic or Latino.15 These numbers
illustrate that Bozeman is not very ethnically diverse, but is becoming slightly more diverse over time.
Increased diversity will bring with it a need for a different mix of recreational facilities. As dIe county
becomes more globalized, sports and recreational activities popular in other nations will gain more
exposure in this country. For instance, the large demand for soccer may in part be stimulated by new
arrivals from countries with a strong soccer tradition. Recreation prob>tamming should emphasize the
value of diversity, through activities such as fairs and celebrations, language and arts classes.
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Along with the growing diversity of our community comes the increasing use of other lanblUages, most
notably Spanish. The Recreation and Parks Divisions should evaluate which materials should also be .
provided in Spanish. Emphasis should be placed on materials that are critical to health and safety such
as safety signage on playground equipment.
2.4.6 Disability
According to the 2000 Census, of the City's 5 years and over population, approximately 5,000 people
had some sort of sensory, physical, mental or self-care disability. Increasingly, people with disabilities
are leading active, independent lives, and arc requiring recreational facilities and programs that are
accessible and inclusive. Universal design and access should be provided whenever and wherever
feasible, and in many instances is mandated bv law.
2.4.7 Non-traditional Families
Our society increasing includes non~traditional families, such as families headed by smgle men and
women, grandparents raising their b>tandchildren, adoptive families and families headed by same-sex
couples. Many of these families may feel isolated and unwelcome within existing recreation programs.
Recreation providers should be cognizant of these issues, and strive to make all feel welcome and
supported.
2.5 ANNEXATION
As the population of the City increases so does the physical si7:e of the City in order to accommodate
the housing, workplaces and services needed to support the population. Growth in the size of the City .
influences not only the amount of recreation programs and facilities needed to serve the community, but
also the location of those facilities. The growth of the City also influences the City's ability to efficiently
maintain recreation facilities. Table 2-9 illustrates annexation activity in the City during the past ten
years.
Table 2-9: Acres Annexed to the City of Bozeman by Year - 1995 through 2004
1995 1996 1997 1998 1999* 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
540.14 11.50 951\.% 00.04 104.06 632.09 794.06 222.746 18G.582 484.467
Source: City ~rBozeman. GIS Department. 2005.
*In 1999, 0.1239 acre.r were de-annexed/rom the City of Bozeman.
2.6 PROST PLAN SURVEY RESULTS
As noted in Chapter 1, a community survey was conducted as part of the preparation of the PROST
Plan. Other than population data, age information is the most important demographic detenninant in
assessing recreation needs. As such, age was the only demographic information collected in the survey.
AnalY7:ing survey responses by age group elicited some interesting and informative results.
Ouestion 1. Analysis of age as it related to Question 1 indicates that older respondents (age 60 years and
over) were more likely feel that the recreation opportunities available in our community are adequate to
meet the recreation needs of their household; 71 percent either agreed or strongly agreed that their .
needs were being met while only 10 percent either disagreed or strongly disagreed that their needs were
being met.
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Table 2-10: Responses to PROST Survey Question 1 by Age Group
Agree Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Uncertain No Opinion No Response
20-34 years 610;,,, 6'" 24% .-,0" 6% 00' 0'"
lIO ~ ;0 '0 ' 0
35-59 years 600/0 10% 18% 5% 3% 20' 20;'0
/0
60 and over 51 '~,'o 20~/o 8'" .-,0 ' 7% 20/0 10%
'0 "" /0
Note: Only two mpondents in the Under 20years category completed the suro~y and are statisticaZIv inJ{gn~fitant, and are therefore not included.
Ouestion 3. Cross~tabbing age and the results of Question 3 indicate that the recreational activities of
most importance to households varied depending upon age.
Table 2-11: Responses to PROST Survey Question 3 by Age Group
All Age Groups 20~34 yeats 35-59 years 60 years and over
1. Hiking/walking 1. Hiking/walking 1. Hiking/walking 1. Hiking/walking
2, Biking 2. Biking 2. Biking 2. Picnicking
3. XC skiing 3. Running/jogging 3. Xc: skiing 3. Relaxing
4. Swimming 4. Disc golf TIED Swimming 4. Swimming 4. Xc: skiing
5, Relaxing TlED RlUlning/jogging 5. XC skiing TIED Soccer 5. Rnnning/jogging 5. Biking
Note: On!v tll/O respondents in the Under 20. years category completed the surory and are Jtatistical/y insigntfitant, and are ther~fore not included.
Hiking/walking was the most important activity for all age bJ1:0UPS. However, more passive activities,
Picnicking and Relaxing, received the second and third highest ranking from the 60 years and over age
group. By comparison, in the other two age groups more active activities OJiking, running/jogging,
cross-country skiing) were ranked second and third. It is interesting to note, but not unexpected, that
disc golf and soccer were among the top five most important activities listed in the 20-34 years age
group. However, disc golf and soccer were not listed in the five most important activities in any other
age group or for all age groups combined.
Ouestion 5. Analysis of answers to Question 5 against age data shows that the top five facilities were
the same for the 35-59 years and 60 years and over age groups, as well as when all age bJ1:(lliPS were
a~J1:egated together. However, the top five facilities listed by respondents in the 20-34 years age group
varied slighting, and they were the only age group with Dog parks and without Arts/ cultural facilities in
their top five most important facilities.
Table 2-12: Responses to PROST Survey Question 5 by Age Group
All Age Groups 20~34 years 35-59 years 60 years and over
1. Trails 1. Trails 1. Trails 1. Trails
2, Parks 2, Parks 2. Parks 2, Parks
3, Open space 3. Swimming pools 3, Open space 3, Open space
4. Arts/cultural facilities 4. Dog parks 4, Arts/cultural facilities 4. Arts/ cultural facilitlcs
5. Swimming pools 5. Open space 5. Swimming pools 5. Swimming pools
Note: Only two re.rpondentJ ill the Under 20years category completed the surol(1i and are statistical!y inJ~f!,nifi.-ant, and are therefore not included.
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Question 8. Cross-tabbing age and the results of Question 8 show that the rates of park usage were
very similar for the 20-34 years and 35-59 years age groups. However, park usage by people in the 60
years and over age group was significantly less, with only 37 percent indicating that their household used
City parks Very Frequently or Frequently (compared to 67 percent and 65 percent for the 20-34 years
and 35-59 years age groups respectively). Seven percent of the 60 and over age group responded that
their household never uses City parks.
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Table 2-13: Responses to PROST Survey Question 8 by Age Group
All Age Groups 20-34 years 35-59 years 60 years and over
Very frequently 29% 35% 'I"'" 11%
_ ..:... /0
Frequently 31% 3"0 ' 330/0 26%
... 10
Occasionally 29",'0 25(~/o 2Clo/0 45%
Seldom 9% R% 90/0 11%
Never .20/0 0% 00/0 7"/;,
Note: Only two respondentJ in the Under 20,yearJ category completed the JUnJt1i and are statistically insign{ficant, and are ther~fOre not induded.
Question 10. Analysis of the results of Question 10 against age data indicates that the tates of trail
usage were very similar for the 20-34 years and 35-59 years age groups. However, trail usage by people
in the 60 years and over age group was significantly less, with onJy 52 percent indicating that their
household used City trails Very Frequently or Frequently (compared to 68 percent and 70 percent for
the 20-34 years and 35-59 years age groups respectively). Seventeen percent of the 60 and over age
group responded that their household never uses City trails.
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Table 2-14: Responses to PROST Survey Question 10 by Age Group
All Age Groups 20.34 years 35-59 years 60 years and over
Very frequently 41%, 430/;, 41 'j'" 33",,,
Frequently 270,,, 250/0 29(~':o 19'j"
Occasionally 19'~';' 200/0 19% 210,'0
Seldom RO' 11 0'0 7''' 10%
'0 ;0
Never 5'1'0 10' 40' 17%
I" /0
Note: Only two respondentJ'in the Under 20,vearJ category completed the JUnJt1i and are J'tatiJ'tical!v inJign{fimnt, and are then:fore not induded.
Question 13. When the results of Question 13 are cross-tabbed with age data it show that the 20-34
years age group felt that recreation program and facility funding should be a priority with 59 percent
answering Very High or High. By comparison, only 41 percent of GO years and over households felt
that recreation program and facility funding should be a Very High or High priority.
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Table 2-15: Responses to PROST Survey Question 13 by Age Group
All Age Groups 20-34 years 35-59 years 60 years and over
Very high 210,'0 20% 21% 14~;o
High 33% 390/0 30% 270;0
Medium 310/0 25% 32% 28%
Low 60' 50/0 7"' 50'
/0 /0 ' /0
Very low 1% 00 ' 10/ '}{j'
/0 10 "'" /0
No opinion 8% 11 "10 90 ' 24 {~/o
/0
Note: Only tlllO respondents in the Under 20year:r category completed the survI(V and are .rtati.rtiml!v insignifltant, and are therefore not included.
7 U.S. Department qf the Interior, U.S. ParkS ervice, YellmPJtone National Park lIIeb.rite, 20,0,5.
;' U.S. Department ofA,~n'culture, US. Fomt Service, Gallatin National Forest lIIebsite, 20,0,5.
; The.re same population plY!jections have been endor:red ~v the City Commission jOr use in the City J' otherfacili(v and long.raf{ge plam, induding.'
!fater Facilitie.r Plan, StOffl1l11ater FacilitieJ Plan, Transportation Plan Update and the Bozeman 20,20, Community Plan 'Update.
· Fun Fam 011 Leimre, Leisure T rendr Group web.rite, 199G~2GGa.
\ National Population Projections, US. Census Bureau, Population Divi.rion and Housing and Hou.rehofd Etonomir Statirtic.r Divi.rirm, 20,0, 1.
" Relea.re Hi}!,hli,ght.r: Apri121, 20,0,5, Montana Department q(Commene, Community and Etonomir T,!(ormation Center.
" Ameritan Fact Finder, 1990, and 20,00, Censu.r q( Population and Hou.ring, US. Census Bureau.
, Tnterim PlY!iection.r q( the Population bv Selected Age Grortpsjor the United StateJ and States: April 1 ,20,0,0, to ]u!v 1, 20,30" U.S. CensuJ
Bureau, April 21 , 200,5.
" Relea.re Highl~ght.r.
'" Montana Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan: 2aa}-2GG7 (SCORP), Montana J-ii.rh, Wlldlfie and Park.r.
11 Ameritan Fai"tfinder.
Ii Regional E('()n~mii"AtcountJ, BEARFactJ 199} -2aa}, Bureau o(hconomitAnaly.ris, 20,0,5.
/) SCORP. "
1~ Ameritan Fai"tfinder.
,i ibid. '
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CHAPTER 3
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3.0 INTRODUCTION
City parks and recreation facilities provide the cornerstone of the City's recreation system. Bozeman's
first park, or at least the fIrst park that was labeled as such, was Cooper Park. The park was platted by
Nelson Story, John Dickerson and Walter Cooper in 1883 as a part of the Park Addition to the City of
Bozeman, Territory of Montana. The park was dedicated as "City Park" on May '27, 1890, and was
renamed Cooper Park in 19'24 upon Walter Cooper's death. Cooper was a prominent local pioneer,
businessman, and politician.
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Bozeman Avant Courier newspaper ran an article entitled "Bozeman's First, but Not Last Park" on May
10,1883. That article provided the following description of the park:
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"Improvements on the City Park have so far progressed that the ground will soon be
ready to dedicate to the municipality. The ground was seeded early this week, and is now
being fenced and set in trees. This most eligible ground. ..is 660 x 330 feet, and consists
of about six acres, donated by Story, Cooper, and Dickerson from the center of their
new Park Addition. Water from Story's spring on the hill will course through the
enclosure, furnishing a steady supply to stimulate the growth of trees and grass.. .Walks
have been staked out from each of the four comers in curved lines, with a circle in the
center and trees are being set out every alternate twenty feet on either side.. .In after
years this will be one of but a series of parks about this beautiful and picturesque city. . . "
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Other early parks in Bozeman include Southside, Lindley and Bogert Parks, which were dedicated in the
early 1920's. Bogert Park is named for John Bogert, the original owner of the land and Bo:zeman's fIrst
ma yor.
3.1 INVENTORY OF EXISTING PARKS AND RECREATION FACILTIES
At the end of 2005, there were approximately 667 acres of park within the City of Bozeman, and
another 166 acres of County park within the planning area, for a total of approximately 833 acres of
park in the planning area. Table 3-1 contains park and recreation facilities information for City parks,
and Table 3-2 contains similar information for County parks. The following classifIcations are used to
defIne Bozeman's parks. Information regarding locational and size criteria is drawn from the National
Recreation and Park Association's Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenwqy Guide!ineJ.'
Mini Park. Mini parks are used to address limited, isolated or unique recreational needs. They are often .
developed as tot lots to provide recreational opportunities for young children with slides, swings, spring
toys and the like. They may also function as landscaped public use areas in commercialized parts of
town. The service area for a mini park is a %-mile radius around the park in a residential setting.
Accessibility by way of interconnecting trails, sidewalks, or low-volume residential streets increases use
opportunities. RecobJ1lizable public access should be provided with at least 50 feet of frontage on a
public or approved private street. In terms of size, they are generally between 2,500 square feet and one
acre in size. Soroptomist and Creekside Parks are good examples of mini parks.
Nei2'hborhood Park. Neighborhood parks are the basic unit of the park system, and serve as the
recreational and social focus of the neighborhood. Focus is on informal recreation for all age groups
and geared towards those living within the service area. Neighborhood parks should be centrally located
within their service area, with access unintermpted by non-residential roads and other physical barriers.
The service area of a neighborhood park has a %- to 1fz-mile radius.
The site should be accessible from throughout its service area by way of interconnecting trails,
sidewalks, or low-volume residential streets. Ease of access and walking distance are critical factors in
locating a neighborhood park. A neighborhood park should have a minimum of 50 percent frontage on
a public or approved private street. Neighborhood parks are generally 3 to 10 acres in size. Leftover
parcels of land that are undesirable for development are also generally undesirable for neighborhood
parks and should be avoided. It is more cost-effective to select a site with inherent aesthetic qualities,
rather than trying to recreate them through extensive development. Facilities include playgrounds;
informal playfIelds or open space; basketball, tennis and volleyball courts; ice skating; trails; and picnic .
and sitting areas. Cooper, Jarrett and Southside Parks are good examples of neighborhood parks.
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Table 3-1: Inventory of Parks within the City of Bozeman
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ALDER CREEK, PHASE 1, PARK 1 0.098 S 3RD AVE & BROOKDALE DR Public City L x Vl x x
ALDER CREEK, PHASE 1, PARK 2 0.5401 S 3RD A VB & ALDER CREEK DR Public City L x W x x
ALDER CREEK, PHASE 1, PARK 3 0.5166 S 3RD A'lE & C\J\ffiRIDGE DR Public City L x W x - x
ALDER CREEK, PHASE 2, PARK 1 0.568 SU~:L\ffiRSET DR & BROOKDALE DR Public City :M
ALLISON 3.001 ARNOLDST Public City N x
A.A.SHEIM FIELDS 5.255 W BABCOCK ST & FOWLER AVE Public City S x 1 \'(0' P x x x RECYCLING C&"\JTER
BABCOCK 11E.ADOWS, PR-\SE 1, PARK 1 0.08 WESTB~~COCKSTREET Public Citv B X
BABCOCK l1E.ADOWS, PHASE 1, PARK 2 1.98 W BABCOCK ST & VIRGINIA \\'Y Public Cit;" L x x x
BABCOCK :;\,lE.ADOWS, PHl\SE 1, PARK 3 0.35 DONNA A '\TE Public City L x x x
BAXTER IvlEADOWS, PHASE 1, PARK 1 0.41 BOSAL ST & GALLATIN GREEN BLVD Public City M x W x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PHASE 1, PARK 2 0.63 EQUESTRL>\N LN & GALLATIN GREEN BLVD Public City ~.f x \'(0' x x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PI-L-\SE 1, PARK 3 1.69 VAQUERO PKWY & B.A};.lER LN Public City N W x x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PHASE 2A 1.7363 VAQUERO PKWY & EQUESTRL>\N LN Public Private 0 X ,x x
Bj\XTER 11E.lillOWS, PHASE 2C, PARK 1 3.677 VAQUERO PKWY Public City N x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PHASE 2C, PARK 2 0.1358 FERGUSON A'lE & LASSO AVE Public City L x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PI-L-\SE 2C, P~i\RK3 0.2442 MILKHOUSE AVE Public City ;'vi x
BAXTER MEADOWS, PI-L-\SE 2D, PARK 1 0.0568 L\SSO AVE Public Cit;' L x
BAXTER 11E..t\DOWS, PHA.SE 2D, PARK 2 0.7243 EQUESTRL>\N L"'\! Public Cit;" ~ IX
BAXTER SQUARE, PHASE 1, PARK 1 1.2644 SART~\IN ST Public City N \lV' x
BAXTER SQUARE, PHASE 1, PARK 2 0.6262 BAXIER LN Public City 1\.f \'(0' IX
BEALL 2.2 ~ BOZEM.l\N AVE & E VILLutD ST Public City N 1 1 C C I x BEALL ART CENTER
x x X X X X x
BOGERT 7.4915 S CHURCH AVE & BOGERT PI. Public Cin' C x 1 1 IX! X P X X X C X X 2 X x P~>\ VILLI ON, STAGE
BOZEM.i\J.'\J POND 16.5 HUFFINE LN & FOWLER AVE Public F\X!P C x x x x P P X X C/V X X 2 x FISHL."'\i G
BRENTWOOD, PHASE 1, PARK 1 2.571 BRENTWOOD AVE & .>\NNIE ST Private Private L W IX X
BRENTWOOD, PHASE 1, P.i\RK 2 0.262 WOODLAND DR & W Oi\K ST Private Private B X X
BRENTWOOD, PHASE 1, P.i\RK 3 0.508 .'\.:.'\JNIE ST & BRENTWOOD .>\ VE Private Private l\{ X C X X X
BRE~'OOD, PHASE 2, PARK 1 0.321 WOODL>\ND DR Private Private B W
BRENTWOOD, PfL-\SE 2, P.i\RK 2 1.3414 MOUNTAIN ASH AVE Private Private B W
BRENTWOOD, PHi\SE 2, PARK 3 0.079 ;\IAPLEWOOD ST & W OAK ST Private Private B Wi X
BRIDGER CREEK, PHASE 1, PARK 1 3.15 BOYLAN RD Private Private N L
X X
BRIDGER CREEK, PHASE 1, PARK 2 0.47 PAR CT & STORY MILI. RD Private Private 0 X
BRIDGER CREEK, PHASE 2 1.7 AUGUSTA DR Private Private N X ~' IX
BRIDGER CREEK, PHASE 3 4.8 STORY MILL RD & :i\1CILI-LA..TT.>\N RD Public Citv L X
BRONKEN 39.06 COTTONWOOD RD Public Cit;' S./O X \X' X P X C 5 X
BROOKSIDE 0.504 N 25TH AVE & W BABCOCK ST Public City B
BURKE, PART 1 40.6497 S CHURCH ~-\ VE Public City 0 G X X SLEDDING HILL
CATTAIL CREEK, PH..i\SE 1, P ~i\RK A 3.001 Ci\TTAILST Public City L X 'V:r ,X X
CATT.i\IL CREEK, PI-L'\SE 1, P~i\RKB 5.763 Go\. TTAIL ST & CATRON ST Public City ::-\ X 'V:r ;'X X
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Park Classification Legend'M - Mini Park,. N - Nrighborhood Park; C - CommunitJ' Park: S - Special Use Park; 0 - NaturalA1?oslOpen LandJ; L - L"near Park,. R - Regional Park,. B - Buifm
Irrigation Lgend: If. - Weu,. C - Ci!J' water
Parking Lit LgeruJ: G - Gravel; P - Paved
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Rmroom Legend: C - Ci!J' sewer; r T . r T ault
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Table 3-1: Inventory of Parks within the City of Bozeman
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C\TL-\IL CREEK, PI-L-\SE 2, PARK C 0.707 BL-\CKBIRD DR & C-\ TRON ST Public City N x \'1/ I x x
CATTAIL CREEK, Pl-L'\SE 2, PllRK D 0.965 BL-\CKBIRD DR & CATTAIL ST Public City N x W x x
CATTAIL CREEK PI-L-\SE 2, PARK F 0.802 TI'PHA CT & BL-\CKBIRD DR Public City 4 x
C\TT,-\IL CREEK, PI-L-\SE 3 4.4 BL-\CKBIRD DR & CATA1.-iOUNT ST Public Citv "\l x x
CENTENNL\L 2.5151 ~ TRi\CY AVE & W COTTON\'{lOOD ST Public City N x "Xl X X x
CHRISTIE FIELDS 8.2918 ; S BL\CK"-\ '7E & E 1L'\SON ST Public City S x 3 x C x x C x
COOPER 4.1 S 8TH A \7E & \'(:.' KOCH ST Public City N x x C x x x
CREEKSIDE 0.1716 N ROUSE A '7E & E L-\1fi\ffi ST Public CilY .;\1 x C x x
EAST GALL\TIN RECRE-\TIOt\ AREA 89.1735 1B.NLEY RD Public FWP 11- ,., P G x x x V x x ,., x FISHD.\ G
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FERGUSON ,\ffi.IDO\VS, PARK 1 0.6 C-\SGIDE ST & MH\ERAL A \.7E/SANDERS DR Public City M x C x x
FERGUSON ;\'ffi.IDOWS, PARK 2 0.113 ; DURSTON RD & SANDERS DR Public City 1} x C x
FERGUSON ;\'.[E.IDOWS, P.-\RK 3 0.108 DURSTON RD & FERGUSON "-\ \7E Public City B x C x
FERGUSON :t\iELIDOWS, P,\RK 4 0.""6 DURSTON RD & MINERi\L ,-\ '7E Public City B x C x
GALL-\GATOR LINRi\R 1 0.8309 E COLLEGE ST Public City L x x
GALU.GA TOR Ll!.'-jEAR 2 0.6143 E GARFIELD ST & S BL\CK AVE Public City L x x
GALL\GA TOR LL'oJEAR 3 0.0122 'Xl LINCOL"l ST & S IX'ILLSON A \7E Public City L x x
GALL-\.GA TOR LINEAR 4 1.3594 W LINCOLN ST & SOUTH 3RD AVE Public City L x x
GARDNER P,-\RK 17.72 G.-\.RDNER p"-\RK DR Public City 0
GLENWOOD MKIDO\X'S 0.6454 ';\:lEAGI-Li\NS IX'Y Private Priyate 0 Wi
GRAFS EAST 14.4084 GRAFST Public City 0 x x
GREEN\'{lA Y, PARK 1 1.588 DCRSTON RD & l\ HUNTERS "ivy Public City L x x x
GREENWAY. PARK 2 1.049 DCRSTON RD & N HUNTERS \y,y Public City t x x x
HARVEST CREEK, PHASE 1. PARK 1 2.3721 DCRSTON RD & ROSE ST Public City N x W x x
HARVEST CREEK, PI-L-\SE 2, PARK 2 2.4388 ROSE ST & "i\NNIE ST Public City N x "Xl x x
HARVEST CREEK, PI-L'\SE 3 & 4, P;\RK 3 4.8673 .-\N~IE ST & W OAK ST Public City N x W x x
HARVEST CREEK, PI-L-\SE 5, P,-\RK 4 3.0686 FAR.\IALL ST & DURI-L'\M "WE Public City N x 1 W x x
HAUSER 2.064 E KAGY BLVD Public City () x
HE-\DL\NDS, PARK 1 0.677 HEADL~"lDSDR&POIXDERPARKCT Public City M 'Xl
HEADL-\NDS, PARK 2 0.561 HEADL-\.NDSDR&POIXDERPARKCT Public City L x "Xl x
HE-\DLL'lDS, PARK 3 1.208 HEADL-\NDS DR Public City L x \\i x
HE-\DL\.l'lDS, P~'\RK 4 0.766 HEADL-\NDS DR & BUCKS RUN CT Public City L x W' x
TARRETT 1.886 WESTRIDGE DR Public City )J X C X X X x
TOSEPHINE 4.32 KENYON DR Public City () X CITI' \'i/A TER TOWER
KIRK 13.3 N 20TH AVE & "X/ BEALL ST Public City CiS x 2 1 x \(' P X X X C X x SK..\TE P ~'\RK
L-\.:'\JGOHR 4.41 S TR.-\CY A \7E & W )"IASON ST Public City W x x x x
Public City N/S I \(t x X COM~fUNlTY G,\RDE..>';. CLIMBIKG
L-\..:.'\iGOHR GARDENS 12.361 S TR.-\CY ~i\ \7E & \'i;.' 1L'\SON ST x x X ROCK
Li\UREL GLEN, PHASE 1, PARK 1 3.0607 ANNIE ST & GLENWOOD DR Public City N x
L-\UREL GLEN, PI-L-\SE 1, PARK 3 0.43 GLENWOOD DR & DCRSTON RD Public City N x
Park Clos.ri]icaflon Legend: M - Mini Park; N -1\Teighborhood Park; C - OJmmumi;' Park; S - Special Use Park; 0 - Natura/Areas/Open Lands; L - Linear Park,' R - Regiona/ Park; B - Buffin
Inigatiall Legend: 117 - W'eII,' C - City water
Parking Lot Legend: G - Gravel; P - Paved
Restroom Legend' C - Cit'! swer; r r - r Tauh
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Table 3-1: Inventory of Parks within the City of Bozeman
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LINDLEY 15.483 E 11AJ:f:\.' ST & BUTTo.NWo.o.D AVE Public Citv C I x x C x P x x x C x x x CROSS-COL'NlRY SKIING
~E NEIGHBo.RHo.o.D Po.CKET PARK 1.0975 :f:\.' \'i/A.~-\CE AVE & FRo.NT ST Public Citv N I x x x S~{ALL POND
:'\fE\v' I-f'i'MJTE 'iTJE\'(.', P.\RK 1 11.7402 ~ SPRUCE DR Public City N I x X I x
:'\fEWHYALITE VIEW, PARK 2 3.341 CHERRY DR Public Citv 0. x
:'\fEW I-f'i'ALITE VIE\'';?, P,\RK 3 27.6751 CHERRY DR Public City 0. x
:'\fORTH 9TH, P..\RK 1 0.5042 W'o.AKST&N 9TH AVE Public City 0. I
NORTH 9TH. P,\RK 2 1.5101 N 9TH ~'\. VE Public City 0.
NORTH GRAND FIELD 2.3636 :"J GRA",""JD AVE & \'i;r Co.TT001\\lo.o.D ST Public Cin' S x 4 \V
NORTH j\IEADo.WS 1.017 ~nCH.AEL GROVE AVE & W VILL-\RD ST Public City N x 1 C x x
OAK SPRINGS 10.6218 FERGUSo.N AVE & .-\NNIE ST Public Citv N
REGIo.NAL PARK 100 BA...L"\..'TER L'l & FERGUSON AVE Public County R
ROSE , 20..512 \Yi o.AK ST & Wo.o.DL-\ND DR Pub lie Citv C/S I x DISC Go.LF
SACATA WE,'\. 0.19341 N7THAVE Public Citv M/S x C x X VTSITORIlI<FO CENTER
SANDAN PARK 3.1228 FEN WY & DO\\lNY LN Public Citv N x \V x
So.Ro.PThUST 0.2089 E ;\LA..IN ST & S Ro.USE AVE Public Citv 1\[ x C x x
So.URDOUGH 1RAIL 4.5404 GRAFST Public Citv L ! x
So.CTHSIDE 2.4173 W COLlEGE ST & S 5TH AVE Public City :"J/S x x 2 C x x x C x 3
SPo.RTS Co.;\fPLEX 28.8154 HAGGERTYLN Public Citv S x 5 x x C P x x C x X X RECY(:UK,~ CE'JTER.: P.\RKING J .aTI
SPRING ME..-\Do.WS 2.2411 GRAFST Public Citv L X X
STo.RY ~fILI. 2.7849 STo.RY:tI,.fILL RD Public City L I i X
SUNDANCE SPRINGS, PARK 1 1..4471 GRA.F ST& E FlELDVIEW CIR Public Citv L I X X
SUNDANCE SPRINGS, P.'\RK 2 2..4763 GRAF ST & SILVER CLo.VD CIR Public Cin' L X X
TUCKER...\L-\N 10.02 Go.LDENSTIEN LN Public Cin' 0. G X
VALLEY Co.1:[j\fO:f:\.'S 0..54 V.\LLEY Co.MJ\fONS PARK DR & FALLON ST Private Private l' X \)(' X:
VALLEY CREEK, P.\RK 1 0.32989 RAV..-\LLI ST & Go.LDEN V.\LLEY DR Public Cin' L X X
VALlEY CREEK, P~'\RK 2 0..05854 RA. V,\LLI ST Public Cin' L X j' X
V.\LLEY CREEK, P~'\RK 3 0..05854 Go.LDEN VALIE'{ DR Public City L x: X
VALLEY UXIT 8.594 DCRSTo.N RD & CASCillE ST Public Citv N X 1 \'i;r X X X xi X
V.-\LLEY \\'EST 4..81 \\r BABCo.CK ST & CLIFDEN DR & HA......'lLEy AVE Public Cin' N X \)(' X X Xi xl
VALLEY \VEST, PHASE 2 7..49 CASCillE ST & CLIFDE:f:\.' DR Public Cin' N X \\r xl X
VILL-\GE Do.\~'NTo.\XlN 0.7663 'l,lIil...AGE Do.W1\"TOWN BLVD Public Private L C x' X
W.'\LTON Ho.MESTEAD 1.1153 .:J 15TH ~-\ VE & TUNIPER ST Public City N X \\r X X
WEST B."illCo.CK (HRDC), PARK 1 0.79 W ?vIE:f:\.'DENHALI. ST & N 24TH AVE Public Citv 0. x,
W,'EST B.ABCo.CK (HRDC), PARK 2. 0.81 NORTH 24TH AVE Public Cin' :!\f W' X: X X HRDr: HEADST.\RT PLWGROC"D
W'EST B,"illCo.CK (HRDC), P.'\RK 3 1.12 N 24TH AVE & Vi BABCo.CK ST Public City 0. I X
WEST ;\fEillo\\rs 0.887 c-\..."t-,mLE L'l & E FIELDVIE\'\/ CIR Public Citv L I X
\,('EST \"\11'DS, PHASE lA, PARK 1 1.9 W o.AK ST & BUCKRAKE AVE Public Citv N W' X X
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Park C/assijicanon Legend: Ai - MInt Park; I,;T - Nf!lghhorhood Park; C - Communtt;' Park; S - Spata! Use Park; 0 - Natural Areas/Opm Lands,- L - Linear Park; R - NgiOlla! Park; B - Buffers
ImgatlOn ugend: 1fT - Well,' C - Ct(1' $'aUr
Parking Lot ug~" G - Grtn'el; P - Pat'ed
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Table 3-1: Inventory of Parks within the City of Bozeman
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\'VEST W1l:'\DS, PFL\SE lB, P.'\RK. 1 0.2786 GALE CT & TSCFL\CHE LN Public Citv L T$/ x x
\'VEST \'(''Il:'\DS, PFL;\sE lB, P ,'illK 2 0.2486 1E1fPEST CT & TSCHACHE L "J Public Citv L \'V' x x
\'VEST WINDS, PFL>\.SE lB. P.\RK 3 0.2755 N 24TH .\ VE & TSCHACHE LN Public Citv L \Xl X x
\'{'ESTFIELD 4.3973 WAGONWHEEL RD & OXFORD DR Public Citv :"\i x C x x
WESTGA1E, PL\RK 1 0.415 W "MENDENHALL ST & \Y/ BABCOCK ST Public Citv 0
\X'ESTG~-\TE, Pc\RK 2 0.84 W MEl:'\DENI-L-\LL ST & HUNTERS \'(T''{ Public City 0
\XESTGLEN 0.75 DROULLL-\RD L\ 'VE & J\ffiRIWETHER AVE Public Citv ;\,1 x
\XESTL -\KE 5.9 N 5TH AVE & W T.\l\L\RACK ST Public Citv l'/S B1....iX P .-\RK CUi\. lli111011TY ~ ;ARDF.J\I,
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WESTRIDGE Ei\ST 0.86 SPRl.NG CREEK DR Public Citv N x
\V'ESTRIDGE NORTH 1.6 HIGHL\ND CT & HILL ST Public City :\"
\\?ESTRIDGE NORTH 2.3 . WESTRIDGE DR& HILLST Public Citv N
W'ESTRIDGE SOUTH 1.05 SPRING CREEK DR & CIRCLE DR Public City N
\'V'ILLO\'(l 0.3574 l\.1IClLiliL GROVE A \lE Public City 0 x x DETENTION POND
YELLOWSTONE PEAKS P L\RK 0.6033 SUNLIGHT c\ \lE Private Private ]1.1 Iii
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Park C/asJification Legend.' .M - Alini Park; N - Neighborhood Park; C - Community Park; S - Spedal Uu Park,' 0 - Natural Areas/ Open Lands; L - unear Park; R - Regjonal Park; B - Buffers
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Parking Lot Legend' G - Gravel; P - Paved
Restroom Legend: C - City Jewer; V - r - ault
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Park acreages were obtained from subdiviJion final platJ on file in the Bozeman Engineering Department. W'here no final piatjiguTeS were at'ailable. the Cit;, 's GIS f)'stem l1'as uJed to calculate park acreages. ThiJ im'entof)' includeJ all park.; in the City on December 31,2005.
A "dl!t'eloped"park is a park that Jatisfies the Cit;, s basic requirements for dedicated parkland. These baRc requirementJ include letding al!)' park arem, amendi1!5 the Joil, seeding di.sturbed arem to allow mowint. and inJtalling an under:gmund irrigation ~1'stem.
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Table 3-2: Inventory of County Parks within the Planning Area
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ARRO\1;'LEAF HIllS 9.5700 ARRO'W'l..EAF HILLS DR & ARNICA DR PUBLIC N x x \VE1L\ND, SE.\ <; ONAL
BLUEGRA.SS l\fE,IDOWS 4.2500 NEW1.1AN LN & COlvlFORT L"l PUBLIC N x G x x NONE
BRHRWOOD HILLS 1.2900 BRAND00J TR.\IL RD PUBLIC N x x DITCH
BUCKSKIN WILLL"..!\fS 10.2200 WAGON BOSS DR & "\NNETfE PARK:. DR PUBLIC ).J x x x l' x x DITCH
BURKE, PART 3 0.8349 S CHURCH AVE PUBLIC 0 x x x x G x x SLEDDING HILL
CASJ-ThL\i'\J 0.9884 BOGART DR PL'BLIC N DITCH
CLOVER MRIDOWS 3.5950 FORT ELLIS RD PUBLIC N x x x x SR\SONAL Snu J\J.\1 AD1ACB"lTTO FREEWAY
FORT ELLIS LEISL'RE COMl\fUNIT'i', PARK:. 1 6.7451 FORT ELLIS RD & GOLDEN TROUT WY PUBLIC L x SR\SONAL STRI AM
FORT ELLIS LEISURE COJ'vlliIL'NITY, PARK .2 0.3000 FORT ELLIS RD & GOLDEN TROUT \XTY PUBLIC L x SEASONAL S . .
FRANKLIN HILLS 2.0400 FRANKLIN HILLS DR & DULOHERY LN PUBLIC N x x x x x DITCH
GENESIS BUSINESS PARK 1.5200 STUCKY RD & DISCOVERY DR PUBLIC N x x x x x P x x STRR\i\l, POND
HYALITE HEIGHTS 11.1740 W1LDFLO'w'ER WY & PARK VIEW pL PUBLIC N P x x
I T A~..1ES 3.4354 Hi\GGER1Y L\1 PUBLIC N x SEASONAL STREA1'vf
L\ZYTH ESTATES 14.5470 TERRENCE LOOP RD & PATTERSON RD PUBLIC N x x DITCH
MCLEOD 7.7400 SeNDL~"JCE DRIVE PUBLIC 0 x x x x x x STREAlvl
1HNDER 3.2015 CHESTNUT GRO\'E A V PUBLIC N x x P x x x L\KE
NASH 19.1070 NASH RD & S 3RD A \'E PUBLIC N x x x x x
NORDTVEDT 1.4540 ERIK DR & DONEGAL DR PUBLI C 01 x x P x
PAINTED HILLS TR/\IL 24.6810 BOZE1L\N TlL\IL RD PUBLIC L x G x x SE"..SON"\L S'T'R 'AM
RIVERSIDE ~'L>\NOR 2.1295 RI\'ERSIDE DR PUBLIC J\' x
SHAKIRA 2.0880 HARPER PUCKETT RD PUBLIC N X
SPRL'-JGHILL PARK 1.4627 SPRINGHILL L"J PUBLIC N X :
STONE GATE 6.3760 ST001EGA TE DR PRIVATE N x I
STONEGA TE LINR\R PARK 5.3680 STONEGATE DR & BARCL".. Y DR PUBLIC L X STRE\lI.I .;
"ALLEY CENTER 6.3890 STUBBS LJ\' & DURANGO LN PUBLIC N X X ;
W111Li\..\IS 4.6739 GOLDENSTIEN L01 PUBLl C N X X X X X
YELLOWSTONE PEAKS 6.0470 SUf..:LIGHT AVE PRl';lA TE 0 X NORTH PORTION OF THESE LOTS
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Park Clmsijication Legmd: .AI - Mini Park; IV -l\Teighborhood Park; C - Communi!)' Park,' S - Special Use Park; 0 -lVamra! Areas/Opm Lmds; L - Linear Park: R - Regional Park: B - Buffin Parking Lot Legmd: G - Grave!: P - Pand
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Community Park Community parks are larger in size and senT a bruader purpuse th:l.11 ncighbmhood
parks. Their fncus IS on meeting the recrcatinnal needs llf the cnme community. They allnw for gmup
acti\'itics and (lffer nther recre:!tion:ll uppurrunitics fi( Jt fe:!sible - nor perhaps desi1:ablc - in a
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Optill1ally, the site should be bcnveen 20 and 50 acres in size; ho\Ve\Tr the actual size should be ba<;ed
'lO the land me3 needed to acc, lmmoda te desired uses. The site should he sCITiced h\. aneri:tJ and
cullector streets, as \Vell as the community trail system. Parking lots should be provided as necessary to
accommodate user access. The site's natural character should play a very significant role in site
selection, \vith emphasis un sites that presence unique landscapes ,\'itrun the communitT and./or prr>vidc
recreational opportunities not llthenvise avail:!ble.
Patenti:!] recreation hcilities include pla,'grounds: basketball, tennis and volleyball courts: in funn al
ballflelds for youth play: ice skating rinks (kmporary): s,'vimming pllols or :,wimming beaches: traiL,
including cross-countn' ski trails: inJi,'idual and group picnic,/sitting areas: general open sp3ce: uniguc
landscapes and features; narure srudv areas; and ornamental or n3on' plant gardens. Li11dley Park is a
gl '(Jd example of a community park in terms of size and mix uf u:-,es. Bugen Park is a good example,)f
a community park in terms (jf the mix of uses.
Special Use Park The ~pecial L-se classit1cation cc)\'ers a bro3d range uf parb and fen-call()l1 facilities
rJrienteJ roward single-purpose or spcciahznl use. Special uses generalh fall intr, three categories:
1--listuric/Cultural,/~~ucial Sile~ - l~11i(lue Iucal resUurCL~ 4 ,f[erin~ lli~torical~ cducJ.tiunat ~lnJ
cultural opportunities. Examples include historic downrmvn areas, performing: arts facilities,
arburetums, ornamental/native plant gardens, sculpture gardens, indoor theaters, public
buildings, and amphitheaters.
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Indoor Recreation Facilities - Examples include community centers, senior centers, sports
stadiums, community theaters, indoor hockey arenas, and indoor swimming pools.
Outdoor Recreation Facilities - Examples include tennis centers, sports complexes, golf courses,
disc golf courses, hockey arenas, BMX parks and skate parks.
Bronken Park, an example of a Special Use Park
Recreation need, community interests, the type of facility, and land availability are the primary factors
influencing location and size. Special use facilities should be viewed as strategically located community-
wide facilities rather than as serving well-defmed neighborhoods or areas. The site should be accessible
from arterial and collector streets where feasible. The Adam Bronken Sports Complex is a good
example of a Special Use Park.
Natural Areas/Open Lands. Natural resource areas are lands set aside for preservation of natural
resources, remnant landscapes, open space, and visual aesthetics or buffering. These lands typically
consist of:
Individual sites exhibiting natural resources;
Lands that are unsuitable for development but offer natural resource potential. Examples
include parcels with steep slopes and natural vegetation, drainage ways and ravines; and
Protected lands, such as wetlands, riparian areas and ponds.
Resource availability and opportunity are the primary factors determining location and size. Although
natural areas are resource rather than user based, they can provide some recreation opportunities such as
trails, and nahlre viewing and study. They can also function as greenways. Development should be kept
to a level that preserves the integrity of the resource. Tuckerman and Burke Parks are examples of
Natural Areas/Open Lands.
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T ut'kerman Park, an example qla Natural Area/ Open Landr Park
Linear Parks. Linear parks contain pathways that serve a number of important functions:
They tie park components together to form a cohesive park, trail, recreation, and open space
system;
They allow for uninterrupted and safe pedestrian and bicycle movement between parks and
throughout the community; and
They provide an opportunity far resource-based outdoor recreation.
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Land availability and opportunity are the primary factors determining location. Many linear parks will
follow natural features such as watercourses, while others will follow man-made features such as
abandoned railways. Linear parks should be at least 25 feet wide for general trail use, with additional
width required for parks used for cross-country skiing.
Linear parks can be developed for a variety of different recreational activities. Most notable are hiking,
walking, jogging, bicycling and cross-country skiing. The Gallagator and Story Mill. Spur Trails are
examples of Linear Parks.
Regional Parks. Regional parks are similar to community parks in terms of uses and facilities but are
scaled to meet the recreational needs of a region. Regional parks are generally larger in size (50 acres or
more), with larger and/ or more numerous facilities. The scale and service area of a regional park makes
possible more extensive facilities that may be cost prohibitive at the community level. The service area
for a regional park is generally countywide for most uses, but would draw from a multi-county area for
special events such as concerts and sports tournaments.
The site should be serviced by arterial and collector streets, as well as the countywide trail system.
Parking lots should be provided as necessary to accommodate user access. The East Gallatin Recreation
Area is a good example of a regional park.
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East Gallatin fumation Area, an example of a fugional Park
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Buffers. Strips of land used to buffer residential development from busy streets or incompatible
adjacent uses, but not providing recreational uses. Buffers are frequently landscaped but may, in some
cases, remain as natural areas. Buffers have been counted as parkland in the past. Current City policy
instead desib>11ates these areas as common open space to be owned and maintained by the property
owners association.
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It should be noted that not all existing parks comply with these service area or size requirements.
Instead, these classifications provide guidance for the creation of new parks. Also, some parks are a .
combination of types. For example, Bronken Park is both a Special Use Park due to the sports fields, as
well as a Natural Area/Open Lands park due to the natural portion of the park.
Table 3-3 outlines the quantity of Neighborhood, Community and Special Use parks in the planning
area by type and level of development, in 1997 and in 2005. This table illustrates the tremendous
increase in the amount of parkland in the planning area since 1997. This large increase is attributable to
the considerable amount of residential land development that has occurred since the mid 1990s.
Table 3-3: Acres of Existing Parkland by Type in Acres - 1997 and 2005
Neighborhood 1997 2005
Parks Undeveloped Developed Total Undeveloped Developed Total
Planning Area Total 63 4 67 129 129 258
Community 1997 2005
Parks Undeveloped Developed Total Undeveloped Developed Total
Planning Area Total 31 701 101 21 531 78
Special Use Parks 1997 2005
Undeveloped Developed Total Undeveloped Developed Total
Planning Area Total 4 37 41 21 118 139
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1 It appears that there )/Jere more acre.r ~r developmmt Community Park in 1997 than in 2U05 bemu.re maTfY ~r the parkr de.riJ!,nated as
Communi!:)! Park.r in 1997 have been redesignated a.r Neighborhood Parkr in 2005, induding Beall. North Gmnd, Clloper, S outhside, Langohr,
and GrafParks.
3.2 ADDITIONAL FACILTIES
In addition to recreation facilities in the City parks, the Recreation Division operates and manages these
recreation faculties.
3.2.1 Bozeman Swim Center
The Swim Center is located at 1211 West Main Street on School District #7 property and is connected
to the Bozeman Senior High School. The pool was built by the City of Bozeman in 1975. The indoor
aquatic facility construction is of cinder block with a floor area of 21,000 square feet. The facility
features a 50-meter X 58-foot pool that ranges in depth from 3% to 9 feet. There are two
shower/locker rooms; a mechanical room which houses the pumps, motors, three heat exchangers,
chlorination and ftitration systems; and hot tub equipment. The electrical and chlorine rooms are
attached to the exterior of the facility. There is a cleaning supply storage room and a front heater room,
two offices and a south facing tot-lot with a small piece of playground equipment and a picnic table for
birthday parties. The facility has a hot tub, fitness equipment corner, 10-foot platform, a %-meter diving
board, and various fitness equipment. The facility is used seven days a week all year round; hours vary
with times of year and programs scheduled.
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Existing Condition. Fair. The Swim Center is 30 years old which is older than pools typically last. The
facility has had energy efficient updates and has been well maintained, including the installation of a new
pool shell and front-end heating and ventilation system in 2007.
3.2.2 Bogert Pool
Bogert Pool is located at 325 South Church Street and was completed in July of 1938. The bath house is
of cinder block construction. The pool heating system was added in 1949. In 1959, fire badly damaged
the facility resulting in major reconstruction of the building and heating system. In 1975, the facility was
remodeled to the current configuration of two pools. The small pool is 20- X 25-yards, and ranges in
depth from 1 to 2.5 feet. The larger pool is 25- X 25-feet, and ranges in depth from 3 to 9 feet. Seven
feet were added to the west deck in the 1990s, and 22 feet were added to the south deck in 2001. The
facility offers lounge chairs, picnic tables, shade structures, a small duck slide in the shallow pool, a 7-
foot drop slide and a 26-foot tower slide with three tubes in the large pool. The bath house offers
showcr and locker rooms and a large guard station. The front restrooms have been converted into
restrooms/family change rooms. The mechanical/fliter room houses the pumps, motors, boiler, heat
exchanger, fUtration system and sanitation system. The facility is open seven days a week from the
second Saturday in June through Labor Day in September.
Existing Condition. Poor. The pool was constructed 70 years ago and last renovated 32 years ago.
There is a fracture in the walls that runs around the gutter line, which impacts the structural integrity of
the pool. The plumbing system under the pool shell could also fail at anytime. The shower and locker
rooms are dated, and parking at Bogert Park is unsafe and inadequate for the facility.
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The Lindley Center is located at 1102 East Curtiss Street, and was built by the Ene's Country Club for a
golf course clubhouse. In the early 1950s, the club split and formed the Riverside Country Club and
Valley View Country Club golf courses. At this time, the Moose Lodge took over use of the facility. The
City acquired the Elks Country Club, now called the Lindley Center, and all of its land (68 acres) on
December 12, 1962. City Commission Resolution 1062, authorized "... the purchase of lands for
cemetery and park purposes..." The 1972 Master Plan outlines the development of a large park on the
old Ell\.:s Country Club land. The current building is located on a portion of the land designated for
recreational uses. The United Commercial Travelers operated the facility for 25 years as a club house
and rented the facility out for community use. The City of Bozeman took over operations of the facility
in 1990, and remodeled the facility as needed to comply with building and fire codes. The Lindley
Center is a 3,000 square foot log structure with a basement for storage. The facility has a small office,
two restrooms, a large kitchen and storage space in the kitchen. The facility is used 7 days a week with
varying hours depending on recreation office hours, programs and rentals.
Existing Condition. Fair. The Lindley Center needs improvements to the landscaping, flooring,
windows, entry and decks, exterior walls, and the basement.
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3.2.4 Beall Park Recreation Center
The Beall Park Recreation Center is located at 415 North Bozeman Avenue, and was built by Ella
Martin in 1927 as a recreation center for community-wide use. The only conditions Ms. Martin
placed on the use of the building was that the "house be used for the purpose of which it is built,
namely, a community center, where young and old of Gallatin Valley may gather and enjoy
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themselves and indulge in wholesome recreation.. .and that the City of Bozeman accept the
responsibility of ownership and take suitable care of the building thereafter." The City Commission .
adopted Resolution No. 81 which set aside funds to maintain the facility for 15 years. The 2,400 square
foot rock and wood framed structure was the fIrst playground building in the City of Bozeman. It was
used as a recreation center until 1937 when a child care center was added. Starting sometime before 1970
only the childcare center use existed in the building. From 1983 to the fall of 2006 the facility housed the
Beall Park Art Center. In 2006-2007 the building was renovated back to its original design, and to
comply with building and fIre codes to the greatest extent possible. Recreation Division offices were
added to the northeast comer of the building, and a small kitchen has been added in the center of the
facility. The facility is used seven days a week with varying hours depending on recreation programs and
rentals.
Existing Condition. Excellent. In 2006-2007 the building was renovated back to its original design as
much as codes allow. Recreation Division offices were added to the northeast corner of the building
and a small kitchen was been added in the center of the facility. Renovations will be completed by July
1, 2008.
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Beall Park Recreation Center
3.3 NON-CITY/NON-COUNTY RECREATION FACILITIES
3.3.1 School District #7
The School District's land holding and facilities - specifically their playing fIelds and playgrounds -
provide important recreation amenities within the City. In fact the School District's policies state that
"because of the value of the district's playing fIelds and the community's total recreational opportunity,
the fields may be used by all residents." The district does charge a fee for organized use of their
facilities to cover the costs for maintenance, capital expenses and energy. The following school facilities
are available for public use:
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High school gym and track;
ChiefJoseph/Sacagawea Middle Schools gyms, softball fields and tennis courts;
Elementary school gyms, playgrounds and ice skating rinks;
Emerson Fields (West Babcock Street, west of the Emerson Cultural Center).
The Willson School Auditorium is also available to the community for a fee, with preference given to
school-related activities. Because Bozeman currently lacks a performing arts center tlle Willson School
Auditorium provides an important venue for the performing and cultural arts in our community.
Of course district-sponsored activities, including curricular and co-curricular functions, retain first
priority in the use of district facilities. Further, tlle use of district facilities must be compatible and
appropriate to the facility and its surrounding area. The use cannot result 1n construction, damage or
undue wear, or pose a hazard to children or others. Activities which endanger others or cause damage
to fields and lawns are prohibited. If damage occurs, the school district will make a reasonable effort to
obtain restitution for the damage.
During the 2005 Legislative Session, state law was amended to allow subdividers to donate their required
parkland dedication to the School District, subject to approval by the City Commission and acceptance
by the School District Trustees. The land to be donated must be adequate for use as school facilities or
buildings.
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Currently, the School District 1in1its the use of school property and recreational facilities during non-
school hours and during the summer. For example, the School District will remove nets from
basketball courts or fence off playground equipment on District property to discourage their use. On
the other hand, the District has legitimate concerns about liability, and wear and tear on their grounds
and facilities. The District is also concerned about damage to their facilities such as graffiti. The City
should continue to work with the School District to establish mutually beneficial and acceptable
af:,rreements and arrangements to meet the recreational needs of the community.
The City and School District should continue to work cooperatively to share existing facilities, and to
collocate new school and park facilities wherever possible. The need for cooperation and collaboration
will be even more acute should the School District seek to use parkland dedications to secure land for
new schools. The mutual benefits accrued from joint school and park properties will likely far outweigh
the challenges described above. An opportunity to operate a joint school and park property may come
sooner instead of later as the School District considers constructing a new elementary school on their
property on West Babcock Street, property that is adjacent to Aasheim Fields Parle It is interesting to
note that the 1979 Gallatin County Outdoor Recreation and Open Space Plan included the following
finding, "it is recommended that the County acquire, develop, and maintain park sites on a cooperative
basis with other agencies or groups, such as school systems, when possible."
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3.3.2 Montana State University
Montana St.'1te University's recreational facilities are also of great importance to the community. Most
of the University's facilities are available for use by non-University groups subject to usage fees and
prioritization of scheduling for University-related activities. The following are some of the University
facilities most often used by the community:
Lambert Fields (8 Fields)
Roskie Fields (4 Fields)
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Gatton Field
7dl & Kagy Fields (4 Fields)
Outdoor running track
Outdoor and indoor tennis courts
The University also provides indoor gymnasium facilities for the use of students, faculty and staff.
These facilities meet the day-to-day exercise needs of the University community.
3.4 LAND ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
3.4.1 Acquisition
The City is able to acquire land for parks and recreational facilities through a variety of means. The first
method is provision of land through the land development process, and the vast majority of recreational
lands within the City's are provided in this manner. The procedures and requirements for providing
land for parks and recreational facilities through land development are oudined in dle City's
development regulations. The development review process provides a predictable and equitable,
although somewhat piecemeal, means of acquiring new land for recreational uses where the demand is
met by those creating the demand. Land acquisition through land development usually results in the
dedication of land to the City; however land may be provided for parks and recreational facilities
without being dedicated to the City as follows:
The development is a planned unit development or other development with land permanently
set aside for park and recreational uses sufficient to meet the needs of the persons who will
ultimately reside in the development. The park and recreational land in these developments is
frequendy private; however the City's development regulations provide incentives for the
provision of public access. An example of this is the Sun dance Springs Subdivision, which is a
planned unit development. Sundance Springs contains a sib'11ifIcant amount of open space
provided through the planned unit development process, which is owned and maintained by the
property owners in the development. Most of the open space is private and is provided for tlle
enjoyment of Sundance Springs residents.
The development is a land subdivision created by rent or lease - for manufactured housing
communities, condominiums, recreation vehicle parks ~ with land permanently set aside for
residents of dIe development. The park and recreational lands in these developments are
typically private with no public access and are maintained by dle property owners in the
development.
The developer provides for land outside of a development to be set aside for park and
recreational uses. TIus land could be dedicated, but it could also be a public access easement on
privately-owned land. The easements will be held by the City of Bozeman. The City's
responsibilities for these easements would be same as for dedicated land.
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The City also obtains land for park and recreational uses through fee simple acquisition by purchase or
donation. Land can be purchased using a variety of funding sources, including cash-in-lieu fees, grant
monies, private donations, etc. The City can also engage in more innovative arrangements to purchase
land such as land swaps. Tuckerman Park was obtained by fee simple acquisition from a developer. A
variety of funding sources were used to purchase Tuckerman Park, including donation of some of the .
value of the land by the developer.
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Finally, the City acquires land for park and recreational uses by obtaining authority over lands owned by
other public entities. An example of this type of arrangement is a part of the East Gallatin Recreation
Area and the Bozeman Ponds. Both sites are owned by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, but are
leased, operated and maintained by the City.
Most of the County parkland that is within the planning area but outside the City of Bozeman was also
obtained through dle land development process. The County is subject to the same State law specified
parldand dedication requirements as the City.
3.4.2 Development
The City's development regulations require dlat dle following minimum improvements be made before
land is dedicated to the City: leveling, amending the soil, seeding disturbed areas to allow mowing widl
turf type mowers, installing an underground irrigation system including a well. The Parks Division has
established Desih>1l Guidelines for parks and playgrounds (please see Appendix C).
The City makes improvements to parks and other recreational lands as part of dle capital improvements
prob>tam. For example, during FYOS the Parks Division installed restrooms and storage at the Softball
Complex, installed and seeded berms at Rose Park, developed the North Meadows Park, installed a trail
to the Children's Memorial Park, and installed a dog beach at the Bozeman Ponds. The City uses a
variety of funding sources and mechanisms to develop recreational lands, most of which are described in
Chapter 11.
The City also partners with a variety of groups to improve City parks and other recreational lands,
including: Gallatin Valley Land Trust, property owners associations, user groups, service organizations,
nonprofit organizations, and clubs. Development is accomplished with a variety of funding sources and
combinations, including budgeted capital improvement funds, cash-in-lieu funds, City Park
Improvement Grant funds, private donations, and grant momes. Many improvements are also
completed with the use of donated time, labor and materials.
Park and recreational land improvements are typically made in conformance with an adopted individual
park master plan. Individual park master plans exist for many of the City's older parks. In 2002, the
City's development regulations were amended to require the preparation and adoption of individual park
master plans for all newly dedicated parldand to guide development of the land. Individual park master
plans will eventually need to be prepared for all of Bozeman's parks to provide guidance for the
development of each park.
Most of the County parldand that is wid1in the planning area but outside the City of Bozeman remains
undeveloped. The few parks that are developed were developed by the property owners associations.
3.4.3 Maintenance
Most existing City parks are maintained by the City Parks Division. A more thorough description of the
Parks Division's maintenance responsibilities are described in Section 3.4 below. The Parks Division
also partners widl a variety of b>tOUPS for assistance in maintaining City parks and other recreational
lands, including: Gallatin Valley Land Tmst, property owners associations, user groups, service
organization, and nonprofit organizations and clubs.
Most parks dedicated since the beginning of 2004 are being maintained by property owners associations
because dle City Parks Division lacks the funds, equipment and personnel to maintain new parks wIllie
maintait1ing an acceptable level of service for existing parks. It is expected that park maintenance by
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property owners associations would cease if and when a Citywide park maintenance district, or an
equivalent altemative, is created. .
The City's development regulations require the preparation of a park maintenance plan for all newly
dedicated parks. These plans are required to contain the following information, including identification
of a responsible party:
Maintenance information, including levels of maintenance and a maintenance schedule;
Weed control plan; and
Plan for garbage collection, snow removal and leaf removal.
Gallatin County does not have a Parks Department. Therefore, most of dle County parkland that is
within the planning area, but outside the City of Bozeman, is maintained by the property owners
association.
3.5 CITY OF BOZEMAN PARKS DIVISION
3.5.1 Overview
The City's Parks Division is responsible for operating, developing and maintaining City parks and other
City property. The Division's major objectives include:
To maintain the City's parks in a condition of which the City would be proud;
To participate in the implementation of adopted individual park master plans;
To acquire and develop new parks;
To continue adding, upgrading, and maintaining safe, quality playground equipment in the parks;
To provide expanded maintenance to restrooms, litter control, turf care, and playground
eqmpment;
To improve, maintain and expand the trail system;
To oversee and coordinate volunteer, grant funded and neighborhood park improvement
projects; and
To assist other divisions and departments in the City of Bozeman as needed or directed.
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3.5.2 Structure
The City has a Parks and Recreation Department, with the Parks and Recreation Director serving as the
department head. The Parks Division is part of the Parks and Recreation Department, with a Parks and
Cemetery Superintendent having responsibility for park and cemetery administration, and the
development and maintenance of City parks, Sunset Hills Cemetery and all public lands and facilities
associated with these.
3.5.3 Operations
The operations and maintenance services provided by the Parks Division, including their level of service
standards, are presented below. The City maintains approximately 250 acres of formal turf and .
approximately 230 acres of natural areas, as well as 5 ice skating rinks.
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In addition to operations and maintenance services provided by the Parks Division, they participate in
approximately 20 Park Improvement Grant projects, manage approximately 15 user group agreements,
and oversee an average of 12 volunteer projects each year. The Parks Division also maintains 30+ dog
sanitation stations. The Parks Division employs 6 permanent employees; approximately 15 additional
employees are hired seasonally. The Parks Division has had only () fulltime, permanent employees since
1968.
3.5.4 Funding and Budget
The Parks Division budget was approximately $1.2 million in FY06, almost all of which comes out of
the City's general fund. Therefore, in FY06 the City will spend about $2,500 per acre of park
maintained by the City (280 acres) or $1,800 per acre of park for all City park acreage (667). The City
will spend about $33.50 per capita on parks in FY06.
Table 3-4: Parks Division Maintenance Activities and Standards
Operations and Maintenance Services Level of Service Standards
Mowing
Core Parks 1 time per week
Sports Fields 2 times per week
Natural Parks 2 times per year
Fertilization
Developed Parks 3 times per year
Sports Fields 4 times per year
Natural Parks 2 times per year
Activate all irrigation systems By May 15 for all parks
Winterize all irrigation systems By October 31 for all parks
Leaf mulch and pick-up All parks
Playground inspection - 18 playgrounds 1 time per week
Playground repairs Same day
Trails - 50 miles of trails
Inspections 2 times per month
Maintenance 2 times per year
Weed Control- 170 acres
Round-Up 3 times per year
Broadleaf 2 times per year
Noxious 2 times per year
Weedeatin_g 2 times per week
Garbage collection - 130 garbage cans 7 days per week
Police all grounds 5 days per week
Building maintenance and repairs - 18 buildings Same day
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Operations and Maintenance Services Level of Service Standards
Restrooms cleaned and maintained 7 days per week
Response to complaints Within 2 days
Sidewalk plowing - 8 miles Complete walks by 10:00 am
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3.6 CITY OF BOZEMAN RECREATION DIVISION
3.6.1 Overview
The City's Recreation Division is responsible for operating, developing and malntauung the City's
recreation facilities. The Division's major objectives include:
To operate, maintain and remodel as necessary the Bozeman Swim Center in order to keep the
facility looking and functioning like new for the community;
To operate, maintain and remodel as necessary Bogert Pool in order to extend the functional life
of the facility as long as possible;
To operate, maintain and renovate the Lindley Recreation Center as needed in order to keep the
building functional for recreation programs and community events;
To operate, clean, maintain and renovate the Beall Park Recreation Center in order to have a top
notch community center and headquarters for the Recreation Division;
To acquire land for and develop new aquatic facilities; and
To acquire land for and develop a Community Recreation Center and aquatic facility.
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3.6.2 Structure
The Recreation Division's structure has changed numerous times in the history of its operations.
Currently, the Division is part of the Parks and Recreation Department, with the Parks and Recreation
Director serving as the department head. The Recreation Superintendent is responsible for recreation
administration, the recreation prob>rams and the aquatic programs. The recreation programs are operated
by the Recreation Program Manager and recreation leaders, and the aquatics programs are operated by
the Aquatics Director, Assistant Aquatic Director and lifeguards/instructors.
3.6.3 Operations
The operations and maintenance services provided by the Recreation Division include the recreation
programs as described in Chapter 4; maintenance and repairs to the Bozeman Swim Center and Bogert
Pool; the Lindley Center; and the Beall Park Recreation Center.
In addition to programs, and operations and maintenance serVices for recreation facilities, the
Recreation Division handles approximately 400 facility reservations for the Lindley Center and the Beall
Park Recreation Center, 9 major user agreements for the pools, over 100 contracts for reservations for
general public group usage of the pools, and over 300 bookings for birthday parties. The Division also
assists recreation user groups in their requests to use tl1.e facilities, publicize their programs and events, .
and operate their programs. The Division operates as a center for information distribution regarding
recreation opportunities in Bozeman. The Division currently has 6 full-time employees, approximately
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20 part-time aquatic staff members who work year round, 10 sununer seasonal lifeguards and recreation
leaders, 3 winter seasonal recreation leaders, and 2 part-time recreation leaders who work year round.
The part-time and seasonal employees amount to 8.65 full time equivalent employees.
3.7 USER GROUPS
The City issues licenses to various user groups for the use of City parks. A list of licensed user groups,
and a sample contract, is contained in Appendix D. The contracts typically stipulate, amongst other
things, the following:
Dates of use
A hold harmless agreement for the City
Required fces
Appendix D also contains the Field lIse Policies for user groups which outlines the following
requirements:
Conditions of premises, field preparation, lights, restrooms, litter control and snow removal
Security deposit requirements
Liability insurance requirements
Utilities and concessions
Process for improvements in parks
Not all groups dlat use City parks and/or recreation facilities for organized activities have contracts widl
the City. The City should seek to obtain contracts with any groups where such an agreement would be
appropriate. The contracts would allow the City to better schedule the use of parks and/or recreation
facilities, ensure proper use and care of City lands, and to protect against liability issues.
3.8 PROST SURVEY RESULTS
A conununity sm-vey was conducted as part of the preparation of the PROST Plan. Of the 315 survey
respondents, 161 listed parks as one of the recreational facilities that are most often used by members of
d1eir household; this is 51 percent of the respondents. In addition, many respondents selected facilities
that are featured at some City parks, including: baseball fields (17), beaches (40), dog parks (54), football
fields (7), ice rinks (31), soccer fields (27), softball fields (14), swimming pools (80), and tennis courts
(22).
Of those who selected parks as a recreational facility most often used by members of their household,
and rated dlC adequacy of the parks, 17 percent found them to be Excellent, 49 percent rated them as
Good, 21 percent indicated Adequate, and 13 percent found them to be Inadequate.
When asked how often City parks were used by members of their household respondents answered as
follows: 31 percent Very Frequendy, 29 percent Frequendy, 29 percent Occasionally, 9 percent Seldom,
and 2 percent Never.
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When asked to rate the maintenance of City parks used by members of their households, respondents
indicated the following: 15 percent Excellent, 42 percent Good, 30 percent Adequate, 4 percent .
Inadequate, :2 percent Poor, 5 percent Did Not Use, and 2 percent No Response.
When asked to list specific park maintenance problems, the following were listed: dog waste, unleashed
dogs, garbage, more restrooms, open restrooms, better restroom maintenance, weeds, tennis court
repair, playground equipment maintenance, and general park maintenance.
Of the 315 survey respondents, 77 listed swimming facilities as one of the recreational facilities that are
most often used by members of their household; this is 24 percent of the respondents.
Of those who selected swimming facilities as a recreational facility most often used by members of their
household, and rated the adequacy of the pools, 17 percent found them to be Excellent, 40 percent
rated them as Good, 30 percent indicated Adequate, 7 percent found dlem to be Inadequate and 6
percent found them to be Poor.
When asked to list a recommendation to improve the City's recreation opportu111t1es, more and/or
better pools was the 7th most often noted recommendation (11 people gave this suggestion). However,
when asked which recreational activities are most important to members of their household, 75 out of
315 respondents listed swimming as one of the activities most important to their household.
When asked what additional recreational facility would you like to see developed in our community,
several respondents (10 out of 315) indicated more and/or better pool facilities. Finally, when asked
what recreation activity and related facility should be the highest priority for the City, 17 respondents
(out of 315) answered more and/or better pool facilities.
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More detailed descriptions of specific facility and maintenance needs, as described in the Community
Recreation Needs Survey, are provided in Chapter 7, Service Levels and Chapter 8, Policy Issues. All
responses to the survey are contained in Appendix A.
i Park.r, Recreation, Open Spat'e mzd Greenway Guide/ines, National Recreation and Park Assodation, 1996.
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4.0 INTRODUCTION
The Bozeman Recreation Division provides services to individuals and recreation groups throughout
the community. The Division anticipates recreation demands, and provides recreation programs and
facilities to address identified needs. The Recreation Division offers programs that teach individuals
basic skills as well as life-long healthy habits. The Division provides opportunities for area residents at
the Beall Park Recreation Center, Lindley Center, Swim Center, Bogert Pool, in the City parks and other
recreation areas throughout Bozeman.
4.1 HISTORY/BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Recreation prob'1:ams began in 1929 when Mrs. Ella Clark Martin traveled to Utah and hired Miss Eva
Pack as the first plaYb>tound supervisor in Bozeman. Miss Pack worked for the City at Beall Park during
the summer months and at Montana State College as the Athletic Director during the school year. Her
salary was paid for by Mrs. Martin. Mrs. E. Lina Houston wrote in 1933 that "Beall Park is a municipal
park with playgrounds, equipped with special apparatus, ball grounds, tennis courts, picnic grounds,
bandstand for summer use, with a large plot of b'1:ound made into a skating rink in the winter time. A
beautiful community building or recreation center was built and presented to the City by Mrs. Martin,
the ground having been secured from Mrs. W.T. Beall through funds raised by private subscription.
Trees and shrubs have been added to those raised by pioneers. Bogert Grove Park was purchased by
the City, and for a time was used as a tourist park by the City, but now is used for picnics and for Boy
Scout gadlerings. Cooper Park was presented to the City through the efforts of Walter Cooper, and is a
beauty spot used for picnics in the summer.'"
In the April 1957 A.A.U.W Report, under the section heading of Recreation Administration, it was
stated that "there is a park and recreation department in the City with a professional recreational
ditector and a park ctew for maintenance. The annual expenditure on public recreation facilities is
$17,850. The money comes from City taxes and fees from the swimming pool and skating rinks."
The 1958 City Plan for Bozeman lists a variety of summer activities including swimming, baseball fields,
playgrounds and special activities. Winter activities were listed as ice skating, sledding, volleyball, and
square dancing. The Recreation Department used Bogert Pool, the parks and the school facilities for
programs.
In 1960 the City Recreation Board was the first of several organizations to go on record as favoting an
indoor-outdoor type pool. In 1961 a new swimming pool was recommended as the number one
tecreation need in Bozeman. "In 1961, a swimming pool committee composed of members representing
the City, schools, and the Chamber of Commerce conducted a study on the needs of a new pool and
recommended d1at d1e City and public schools joindy finance and operate an indoor-outdoor type
pooL,,2 Community service groups joined in the promotion of a new swimming pool through such fund
raising activities as the Rotary and I(iwanis Club's 1966 slow pitch softball game. Recommendations
came from a 1966 Bozeman Chamber of Commerce committee to build a new pool with phase :2 being
to remodel Bogc~t Pool, and that this be in a general obligation bond presented to the taxpayers for
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approvalu1. 1966. The School Board and the City both agreed but costs escalated and no action was
taken in 1966. A 1971 School District and City building bond issue was narrowly defeated by outlying .
voters. In 1974 the City of Bozeman bond issue passed.3
The Bozeman Swim Center opened its doors to the public for swimming U1 November of 1975. By
1980 the Swim Center was faced with rising operational and energy costs, and the City was facing
increasing challenges related to operation and management of the facility. A Blue Ribbon Study
Commission was formed to make recommendations and hire a new pool manager
4.2 CITY'OF BOZEMAN RECREATION DIVISION
4.2.1 Overview
The City's Recreation Division is responsible for developing and providing recreational programming.
The Division's major objectives include:
To improve conditions in our community by offeru1.g recreation opportunities d1at enhanCeR- the
quality of life.
Through our recreation prot,l""fams, to enhance individual respect and acceptance of people of
different ages, abilities, income levels, races, religions, cultures and beliefs. '
To offer opportunities for fun, family uwolvement, excitement, challenges and life-long learning.
To provide opportunities that will promote health, well-being, and assist in the reduction of
stress.
To provide recreation aC0V10es which are essential to the development of our youth. Our .
recreation programs offer opportunities for youth to build self-esteem, self-reliance, positive
self-images, resiliency factors, lifetime skills, leadership and reduce negative social activity.
To provide economic benefits to the City by generating revenue for the general fund, d1e
business community, and by reducu1g community heald1Care costs.
To train a productive, efficient and effective workforce.
The Division's major objectives for the Aquatics Program include:
To provide safe, clean and user-friendly facilities.
To provide affordable recreational and fitness opportunities for families to interact in an aquatics
envltonment.
To provide children affordable opportunities for supervised safe play during non-school hours.
To offer individuals, especially seniors, the opportunity to improve and or maintain their
physical health and provide social opportunities so they may prolong independent livu1g in
addition to livu1g longer.
To teach d1.e community, ages 3 months and older, in current swimming techniques and how to
be safe in and around the water.
To schedule the aquatic facilities at an affordable rate for groups; i.e. swuns teams, synchronized
swim team, SCUBA, kayak and others.
To offer a setting for u1dividuals to have a sense of accomplishment, be creative and improve
their psychological well-being.
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To provide aquatic recreation opportunities for teenagers so as to reduce negative social activity
and to offer this age group leadership, social and work skills.
4.2.2 Operations and Recreation Services
The Recreation Division offers numerous recreation opportunities that are designed to enhance the
quality of life of the Bozeman residents. Programs are offered to meet the community's needs. For
example, the Children's Triathlon was designed to help families and children ages 6-12 become
physically active in order to keep childhood obesity low. The T-ball program was re-designed to educate
the coaches and parents in regards to healthy snacks. The 'I-ball program for ages 4-8 also trains
coaches in order to allow all children to keep moving while learning hand-eye coordination skills, and
develop sharing and socialization skills.
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The Remation Department administer.r tbe T-ball program (pboto by Bruce Pikber Pbotography)
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4.2.3 Existing programs
The Recreation Division offers entry level summer classes in almost every aspect of recreation including
sports, arts and crafts, science, babysitting, cooking, animals, nature, fIrst aid and CPR, swimming,
environmental awareness, healthy living skills, hiking, running, dance, music and movement, outdoor
adventure skills, and plants. The Division offers leadership programs for youth ages 11-17 through the
Jr. Leader and Jr. Guard Programs. Youth are provided the opportunity to explore the outdoors
through hikes and backpack trips. Special events for ages 3-12 are a great way to try new recreation
activities and make new friends. The 3-5 year olds participate with an adult in their special events. This
program has been very popular, with over 200 kids in attendance at a number of the fun events. The
special events for youth ages 5-12 special vary each week and from year to year to provide excitement,
skill building and fun. The special events for youth operate throughout the year when the kids are out
of school. A preschool program also continues through the school year. The Division offers other
special events, and partners with other recreation groups to offer events. An example of the special
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events are preschool parties, birthday parties, Letters and Phone Calls from Santa, Snowfest, Easter Egg
Hunt, Summer Activity Round-up, the Children's Triathlon and the Sweet Pea Children's Run.
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The Aquatic Division offers safety, fitness and fun year round. The swimming lesson program ensures
the health and well-being of individual City residents as well as school groups by providing swim
technique training and instruction in basic water safety. The aquatic programs encourage families to
activcly recreate together by offering Family Night Specials and classes in canoeing, kayaking and
snorkeling. The pools offer special events such as dive-in movies, pizza nights, moonlight swims,
goldfish swims, dog swims and more. The professional water safety program trains lifeguards, swim
instructors and professional rescuers. The program also contributes to life-long fitness and health by
introducing patrons to the properties of the water through water fitness classes, water walking and
jogging, and lap swnmning.
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The Swim Center serves as a rental facility for user groups such as the High School Swim Team, the
Bozeman Barracudas Swim Team, the Bozeman Stingrays Synchronized Swim Team, Bozeman Masters
Swim Team, SCUBA, kayak associations, Scouts, church and military groups.
Bogert Pool offers one of the best learn-to-swim programs for youth age 3 months to 15 years in the
country. We guarantee children age 7 and up will be able to swnn 5 yards on their front and back after
the first set of lessons or lessons are free until they can do so.
The Division operates two indoor facilities for the community to rent for meetings, dinners, receptions,
reunions and other special occasions. The Lindley Center came on line for rentals in 1989 and the Beall
Park Recreation Center in 2007.
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For more information regarding the facilities that are operated and maintained by the Recreation
Division, please refer to Section 3.2.
4.2.4 Evaluation of Existing Recreation Programs
The Recreation Division has seen a large increase in attendance with the preschool (ages 2-5) programs,
and has seen a steady decline in the summer attendance for ages 6-12. This may be due to the fact that
both parents are working and need day-long child care for their children, competition for other
recreation providers, and the fact that parents can no longer drive across town in five minutes. There
has also been a decrease in swimming lesson attendance at Bogert Pool pardy due to working parents
and the addition of other swim lesson providers in the community. While swimming lesson numbers
have decreased the program still has more participants than any other youth program. Other City
recreation programs, such as T-ball, recreational swimming and water fitness, have seen slight increases
in attendance.
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4.2.5 Funding and Budget
The Recreation Division is funded by the City's general fund. Fee and reservation revenue from the
Division goes into the general fund. The Division's operating expenses for FY06 were $811,032 and
revenue generated was $493,419. Therefore, the City spent approximately $25.00 per capita on
recreation programs and facilities in FY06.
4.3 PARTNERSHIPS
The RP AB and Parks and Recreation Department believe that recreation programs that can be operated
by other recreation groups should be run by the special interest groups. Municipalities across the
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country are currently trying to move from government-operated sports league to user group operated
leagues. The Bozeman community had the foresight in tl1e early 1970's for "the Department to rely
heavily on the use of volunteer organizations in tl1e Community Recreation Program. The supporters of
a current interest in a recreation activity are encouraged and assisted in forming an organization that is
capable of offering a quality recreation opportunity. This program operation approach assures
community interest, citizen participation and cost efficiency. The Division strives to provide the
volunteer association with the necessary facilities, and tltrough cooperation the facilities are supported
by labor, material and funds from the user volunteer organizations."4 The Recreation Division's job is
to assist the user groups in every way possible. Groups and businesses that offer recreation
opportunities are not viewed as competition, but are respected for the quality programs they are able to
provide our citizens. With this philosophy the City Recreation Division is able to fill the gaps in
recreation programming such as T -ball and preschool programming.
The Division serves the public as an information source regarding recreation opportunities, the trail
system and City parks. The RP AD, through infobozeman.com, provides a complete up-ta-date list of
recreation offerings in Bozeman.
4.4. TRENDS IN RECREATION PROGRAMMING
4.4.1 Historic National Trends
Ancient civilizations recognized the values and impacts upon society of open space, physical activity,
and recreational pursuits. In the early 1900s, the pioneers of the modern park and recreational
movement created recreation for a society faced with industrialization, immib>1:ation and urbanization.
In the 1990s, the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRP A) shifted focus from managing
activities to experiences and then to benefits as our society experienced a shift to a new economy based
upon information and technology where our lives are changing at a rapid rate. The new economy values
quality of life and people more than the old economy. The tltree general categories of benefits associated
with recreation programs include improved conditions, prevention of a worse condition, and realization
of a psychological experience. We have moved from activity-centered to benefit-based recreation, from
provider to partner, from professional-centered to participant collaboration, and from individual to
society. The benefits of recreational opportunities impact not just the individual participant but society
;IS a whole, including the environment and the economy.
4A.2 Current National Trends
Current trends have been studied and documented for the last ten years by the RRP A, the California
Park and Recreation Society, and by numerous other recreation governing bodies. The future will
include the participation and interrelations of many b>1:0UPS in order to be successful. Articulating of
core values, stating of a clear vision for the future, and creating a strong mission will all be important.
Follow-up and the marketing of values, vision, mission, plans, and programs will all also be vital.
4.4.3 State of Montana Recreation Trends
According to the Montana Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) "outdoor
recreation managers need to focus not only on facilities and programs for youth and young adults, but
increasingly for mature adults. One-in-five Montanans will be age 65+ by 2025." Montana currently
has tl1e fourth oldest population in the U.S. As noted in tl1e SCORP Plan and in the Census date
presented in Chapter 2, Gallatin County's population percentage change from 1990-2000 was 34.42
percent. Therefore, the demand for recreation programs and facilities will continue to grow along with
our high population growth rate. It will be important to see additional revenue sources to fund the
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recreation programs. The SCORP also states that "because of Montana's struggling economy and low
income population, affordability of outdoor recreation is a key issue, as is the limited ability of
businesses and citizens to pay higher taxes for it. This is one area where tourism benefits Montana;
nonresidents help pay for outdoor recreation facilities and programs. Montana's recreation managers
need to provide more opportunities for visitors to spend money to support enhanced facilities and
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4.4.4 Trends in Bozeman
The following recreation trends have been observed in Bozeman, and form the basis for dle goals,
objectives and implementation strategies oudined in Chapters 9 and 10:
1. Recreation is critical to the economic vitality and the livability of our community. Recreation is
instrumental in the quality of life, which is important in attracting and retaining businesses and
residents.
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Demographics are chant,>ing. As noted in Chapter 2, there is an increase in population, the
population is aging (life expectancy was 47 in 1900, while today it is 75), income inequality is
becoming wider, and we will have an increasingly diverse customer base.
It does not appear that the technology and communication revolution will slow down any time
soon.
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American's time-use patterns have changed. In Bozeman we now spend more time driving to get
to where we want to go. We have more families with two parents working; people increasingly
feel a need to be productive at all times. The average TV viewing time is 12 hours a week,
which illustrates that the greatest percentage of leisure hours is spent watching television. Stress
reduction, customer satisfaction, and helping community members develop balanced lives will
be important roles for the recreation profession in the future.
There are many more for profit and non-profit recreation providers in our community thus
making Target Market Segments a common practice. Recreation programs now target individual
sports, fitness, dependent care, youdl development, senior services, and a wide variety of arts
and entertainment.
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6. Social trends are toward health and wellness, lifelong learning, improving conditions or the
prevention of a worse condition.
7. Environmental stewardship and awareness opportunities are being emphasized.
4.5 ISSUES AND NEEDS
This section documents statewide and local issues and needs that influence the types and number of
recreation facilities and programs that are needed in the community. The RP AB conducted a formal
community-wide mail survey in 2006. The results of dus survey are described in Section 3.8, and are
listed in Appendi'\ A.
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The State SCORP plan states 10 goals that emerge from its assessment of needs throughout dle
state. Number one and two on the list pertain direcdy to the City of Bozeman's Recreation
Division:
Increase the quality and/ or quantity of local swimming facilities.
Enhance local recreation facilities for youth.
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The Bozeman's community facility needs are the same as those defined in the State's plan:
Develop two new family-oriented leisure aquatic centers, one being located on the
Southsidc of town and the other in the North or Northwest part of town.
Develop a Community Recreation Facility with and indoor-outdoor aquatic component
connected to a large community park.
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3. The Recreation Division direction should be to offer programs that provide:
Opportunities to encourage citizens of all ages to include recreational activities as part of
their daily lives. This will encourage our aging population to remain active and healthy,
and will address the growing childhood obesity issue. People recreate in areas where
they are skilled, and feel comfortable and safe; we should offer opportunities that teach
entry level skills in a large variety of activities.
Develop healthy family relationships and creating strong, resilient families by providing
opportunities for families to recreate together. Families that play together, stay together.
Develop preschool programs in order to teach parents how to play with their children,
and providing parents with ideas of how to recreate with their children.
Develop character-building and team/ friendship programs, especially for youth, which
are inclusive and designed for win/win. These probrrams should help individuals
establish values, and build confidence and self-esteem which can improve their chances
of success in their life.
Stewardship of our lands is more vital now than ever before so probrram.s should be
offered that educate in the protection of our environment and our valuable out-of-door
resources.
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4. The following implementation tools are recommended to address the trends, issues and needs
identified in this Chapter:
Create a method to communicate the vision and values of recreation to the community.
Expand resources and identify new resources and strategic partnerships in order to fund
our programs. More dlan ever there is a need to impact public policy.
Expand professional competencies, and provide professional and continuing education
that increases skills in the core competencies that will be needed for success in dle
future.
Integrate a recreation ethic into all aspects of our society, especially in the 1(-12
educational experience.
Conduct research so as to influence public opinion and policy, and demonstrate results
and the best practices in the field.
/1996 Bozeman Park Rep0l1
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'Bozeman Swim Cmter Ana!vsis, Past, PreJent, and Ftlture. Apri/1985.
-I E.Una I-lotlstoll, Ear!y]-listoQ' qj' Gallatitl Cotlnty, Montana, 1933.
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CHAPTER 5
Open Space Existing Conditions
5.0 INTRODUCTION
Open spacc protection and preservation in Montana may seem like a contradiction in terms. However,
rapid urban devclopment in many parts of the state threatens the beautiful and pristine landscapes that
make Montana unique. The Bozeman area is one of these locations where dle rapid conversion of open
lands to urban and suburban developmel1t threatens remaining open lands.
The term "open space" refers to conservation lands, recreation and agricultural lands, forest lands,
greenways or green buffers along streets, or any other open lands. Open space can also include water
bodies such as lakes or ponds. Open space pJ:Ovides numeJ:Ous benefits to society, direct and indirect,
shorr-term and long-term. including:
F~veryday life can be bus)' and stressful, and open spaces can provide the oppurtunity for escape,
exercise, and relaxation.
C lpeTl space helps to maintain healthv natural systems which play an important: role 111
envirolllnental and ecological protection.
Open space and scenic areas are a prinlary factor 111 attracting and retaining economiC
investlnent.
5.1
HISTORY/BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Most of dle public and natura] open lands in the City of Bozeman, such as Burke Park or Tuckennan
Park, are categori:zed as natural parks and not as open space. Most of dle non-park open spacc in ilie
Bozeman arc a is private open space, often in planned unit developments (PUDs) or clustercd
developments. The City has long allowed PUDs where regulatory standards, such as setbacks or lot
sizes, can be relaxed in exchange for public goods. Historically, ilie public good obtained dlIough ilie
PUD pJ:Ocess consisted of protecting at least 30 percent of the development as open space. In addition,
development regulations in dle Bozeman area have allowed density bonuses in exchange for the
clustering of homes and the protection of open space. Frequently, there are public access easements,
most often for trail corridors, across or through these private open spaces.
The City of Bozeman currendy does not have a public open space acquisition and management program
like oilier Montana cities such as Missoula and Helena. Boili Missoula and Helena have urban open
space plans, and fundin.g from open space bonds for urban open space acquisition and management.
The Bozeman area does benefit from close proximity to an abundant amount of public lands, primarily
National Forests. Some of the most-loved and often used open lands in ilie Bozeman area, such the
"M" Trail and Hyalite Canyon, are located in National Forests. The City of Bozeman does own a
significant amount of open space up Sourdough Canyon; however iliis area is managed primarily as a
public drinking water resource. The road is used extensively for non-motorized recreation: hilang, dog
walking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding.
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5.2 INVENTORY OF OPEN SPACE
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In 2005, there were approximately 127 acres of non-park open space within the City of Bozeman, with
another 55 acres in the County but within the planning area. The open space within the City is shown
on Figure 3. An inventory of open space within the City is presented in Table 5-2 on Page 5-4 duough
5-9, and an inventory of County open space within the City is presented in Table 5-3 on Page 5-9.
In addition, dlere are approximately 1,600 acres of conservation easements in and near the Planning
Area. These properties are privately owned without public access, but provide important benefits such
as aesthetic views, wildlife habitat and protection of cm-going agricultural operations.
Table 5-1: Conservation Easements In and Near the Bozeman Planning Area
OWNERSHIP ACRES EASEMENT ADMINISTRATION LOCATION
Private Land 156 Gallatin Valley Land Tmst South of Fort Ellis and west of IVIount Ellis
Private Land 69 Gallatin Valley Land Tmst Huffine Ln
l'rivate Land 40 Gallatin Valley Land Tmst Gooch Hill
Private Land 7X Gallatin Valley Land Tmst Durs ton
Private Land 23 Gallatin Valley Land Tnlst East of Sabel- and west of Tayabeshockufl
Private Land 1.5 Galbtin .Valley Land Trust Kagv Blvd and Sourdough Rd
Private Land 1.0 Gallatin ,'alley Land Trust Betwt'en South Rouse Ave and Church .I\ve
Private Land 312 Gallatin V'lll"" Land Trust Sourdough
Private I,and 511 Galbtin Valley Land Trust Frontaue Rd
Private Land 141 Gallatin Valley Land Trust Sourdouuh
Private Land 66 Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parb Sourdou\!h Canyon Rd
Private Land 162 Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Sourdoul!h Canyon Rd
Private Land 295 Montana Land Relianct' Brid\!e'- Canyon Rd
Private Land 189 Rockv Mountain Elk Foundation Nash Rd
Private Land 44 Rocky j'vIountain Elk Foundation Nash Rd
TOTAL 1,628
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Source: Natural &.rolI1"Ce In/ormatiofl,fv.rtem, State ~rMol1tal1a, 2005.
5.3 OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
5.3.1 Acquisition
As stated previously, most of the open space in the B07-eman area is created through the PUD process,
the clustered development process or the placement of conservation easements. These open spaces are
private; however some have public access easements. Lands acquired by dle City that meet the
definition of open space (i.e., Burke Park or Tuckerman Park) are currently labeled as parks and not as
open space.
5.3.2 Development
-nle quality that typically defmes open space is the lack of development. Open space is defmed as land
or water area devoid of buildings and other physical stnlCtures except where accessory to dle provision
of recreation, including but not limited to benches, picnic tables and interpretive signage. Typically,
improvements such as trails or benches are installed by and paid for by dle private property owner.
5.3.3 Maintenance
Because most of dlese open spaces are privately owned, dley are also privately maintained. However,
most have maintenance plans in place that have been reviewed and approved by the City or County.
Maintenance usually addresses noxious weeds, water quality, range management and fuels suppression.
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Tab Ie 5-2: Inventory of Open Space wi thin the City of Bozeman
LOCATION ACRES ACCESS OWNERSHIP TYPE Co.MMENTS
Laramie Dr 0.5328 Pri.-ate Private Parcel
Fallon St & Laramie Dr 0.4982 Private Private Parcel
Laredo Dr & Fallon 5t 0.9833 Private Private Parcel
Laredo Dr 0.0766 Private Private Parcel
Laredo Dr & Golden \Tallev Dr 0.0817 Private Private Parcel
Huffine Ln & Fmvler "\ve 0.8314 Private Private Parcel
Durston Rd & :Michael Grove Ave 0.1882 Private Private Parcel
Hunters W'y 0.0380 Public City Parcel Drainage area
Durham ~\ve 0.0371 Public Citt Parcel Drainage area
Durham .\ ve & Springbrook ~\ ve 0.3867 Public Citt Parcel Drainage area
Springbrook,-\.ve & Harmon \XI" 0.0653 Public Citt Parcel Drainage area
Harmon \X'v & New Holland Dr 0.0653 Public Citt Parcel Drainage area
Durston Rd & I\1ineral.\ve 0.1041 Private Priyate Parcel Storm,-vater detention
.Mineral.\ve & Toole 5t 0.1125 Private Private Parcel Stormwater detention
Cascade 5t & .i\1ineral.\ve 0.1115 Private Private Parcel Storm,-vater detention
Ferguson .\ve & Toole St & Durston Rd 0.3186 Private Private Parcel Common open space for stream & ditch
Ferguson .\ve & Toole St & Cascade St 0.3156 Private Private Parcel Common open space for stream & ditch
Ferguson .\ve & Cascade St & W Babcock St 0.4895 Pri.-ate Private Parcel Common open space for stream & ditch
Ferguson .\ ve 0.3660 Private Private Parcel 60' utility / public access easement
Kimball Ave 0.1740 Private Private Parcel 6U' utility/public access easement
Cascade St & Clifden Dr & Stafford .\ve 0.0947 Private Private Parcel 30' utiliIT/public access easement
Cascade St & Clifden Dr & Stafford Ave 0.0944 Private Private Parcel 30' utility / public access easement
Fowler .\ve & Ravalli St 0.2190 Public Private Easement 10' ",-ide pedestrian & bic"cle trail easement
W' Babcock St & Clifden Dr & Stafford .\ve 0.1022 Public Private Parcel
W" Babcock St & Clifden Dr & Stafford .\ve 0.6197 Public Private Parcel
\Ii Babcock St & Hanley .\ve & Kimball ,\ve 0.3765 Public Private Parcel
.-\.lexander St & Clifden Dr & Stafford ,-\.ve 0.09/1 Public Private Parcel
.-\.le..xander St & Clifden Dr & Stafford Ave 0.0983 Public Private Parcel
Ferguson .\ve & V:;,- Babcock 5t 0.3519 Public Private Parcel
Kimball.\ve & \'{' Babcock St 0.0699 Public Private Parcel
i\lountainAsh Ave & Brentwood.\ye 0.0251 Public Private Parcel 10' wide ,-val1.,vay trail easements (its a oarcel)
Mountain .\sh Aye & Brentwood .\ve U.0294- Public Priyate Parcel 10' ,-,-,-ide walL,vay trail easements (its a parcel)
Brentwood Ave & W'oodland Dr 0.0531 Public Priyate Parcel to' wide walL,,'av trail easements (its a parcel)
Rogers Wy & .\nnie St 1.4967 Public Private Parcel Common open space
Rogers \X:" & Rose Ct 0.0727 Public Private Parcel Common open space & public access easement
Rogers W\ 0.0370 Public Priyate Parcel Common ooen space & public access easement
Peace Pipe Dr & Graf St & Little Horse Dr 13.8732 Private Private Parcel Common open space
Mornin~ Sun Dr & Peace Pipe Dr 3.35 16 Private Priyate Parcel Common open space
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Peace Pipe Dr & Little Horse Dr & Rain Roper Dr 12.0484 Private P riva te Parcel ~O' perpemal public easement; pedestrian use only
N 19th ..he & Tschache Ln 0.8191 Public Private Easement 50' public greenway common open space wasement
N 19th .-\ve & Commerce W'y 0.6876 Public P riva te Easement 50' public greenwa,. cummon open space wasement
Simmental \}\;'y ami Dead ;\Ian's Gulch 0.6375 Public P riva te Parcd
S ~2nd .-\ve & Remil1j!;ton Wv & \(' Kagy Blvd 0.7101 Private Pl~va te Parcd Ditch
Huffine Ln & .-\uto Plaza Dr 3.1321 Public Priva te Parcel 15' wide public access trail & bike path easement
Competition Dr 0.1709 Public Private Easement Open space
.-\uto Plaza Dr & Cumpetition Dr 0.6515 Private P riva te Parcel Open space
.-\uto Plaza Dr 0.4348 Private P riva te Parcel Open space
Cottonwood Rd & "-\Uto Plaza Dr 0.3028 Private P riva te Parcel Open space
Cotton\)lOod Rd & Fallon St 0.2315 Private Private Parcel Open Space
S Black .-\ve & E Story St 0.1360 Pri va te Private Parcel Private open space
S Black .-\ve & E Story St 0.0552 Public Private Easement Pedestrian easement
Farmall St & .-\nnie St 0.0393 Public Private Parcel
.-\nnie St & Farmall St 0.0401 Public Private Parcel
.-\nnie St & Lily Dr 0.0391 Public Private Parcel
Lily Dr & .-\nnie St 0.0398 Public Private Parcel
Lily Dr & Rose St 0.0389 Public Private Parcel
Rose St & Lih' Dr 0.0377 Public Private Parcel
Rose St & Oliver St 0.0496 Public Private Parcel
Oliver St & Rose St 0.0472 Public Priva te Parcel
Durston Rd & New Holland Dr 0.023/ Private Pri va te Parcel
Dursron Rd & New Holland Dr & SpUn"brook Ave 0.0655 Private Private Parcel
Durston Rd & Springbrook .-\ve & Hunters \}\;'y 0.1036 Private Priva te Pa,rcel
\Xragonwheel Rd & Concord Dr 0.0595 Private Pri va te Parcel
Concord Dr & Fieldstone Dr 0.0919 Private Private Parcel
S Tracy .-\ve & Hoffman Dr 1.2465 Pri va te Pri \'a te Parcel
Hoffman Dr & S Black .-\ve 0.9035 Private Pl~vate Parcel
S Black .-\ve & Accola Dr 0.6750 Private Private Parcel
S Black .-\ve & E i\Iason St 0.5784 Private Private Parcel
S BlacL-\ve & E Mason St 0.4172 Private Private Parcel
S Black .-\ve & E T\Iason St 0.0733 Private Private Parcel
S Tracy .-\ve & E i\Iason St 0.9535 Private Private Parcel
Fairway Dr o 8532 Public Pl~vate Parcel
Fairwa\' Dr 0.8333 Private Private Parcel
Ivan .-\ ve 0.2950 Private Private Parcel
Ivan .-\ ve 0.2477 Private Private Parcel
Cornell Dr & Stanford Dr 0.2533 P riva te Private Parcel
Cornell Dr & \X'agonwhed RJ 1.6169 P riva te P riva te Parcel
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Stanfurd Dr & \X'ac:onwheel Rd 1,3388 PriTate Private Parcel Drainage easement
Oxford Dr 0.1275 Private P riva te Parcel
Oxford Dr & Cambridge Dr 0,0934 Private Private Parcel
S 3rd"\ 'ICe & Alder Creek Dr 0,1649 Private P riva te Parcel
Heritage Dr & \'Cagonwheel Rd 0,0595 Public Private Parcel
Lexington Dr 0.1132 Private Private Parcel
\'('agonwheel Rd & Lexington Dr 0.0595 Public Private Parcel
Lexington Dr 0.1236 Private Private Parcel
S 3rd .\ve & Brookdale Dr 0.1710 Private Private Parcel
S 3rd Ave & \'ragunwheel Rd 0.9141 Private State Parcel
\\'agonwheel Rd & Fieldstone Dr 0.0561 Private Private Parcel
Fieldstone Dr 0.0/01 Private Private Parcel
Hunters \'<;'y 0,0380 Public Private Parcel
Greek WI' & S 5th Ave 0.0224 Public Private Parcel Easement for w~
Greek \'<;''1'' & Faculty Ct 0.0239 Public Private Easement Easement for \valking;
Greek W'f & S 3rd "'lye 0.0184 Public Private Easement Easement for walking;
Greek Wr 0.0160 Public P ri \'ate Easement Easement for walking;
Gallatin Park Dr 0.1558 Private Private Parcel Utilitv easement
Gallatin Park Dr 1.7074 P riva te Private Parcel
Gallatin Park Dr 2,0979 Private Pri\'ate Parcel Utilitv easement
E\CallevCenterRJ&N 19thAve L5692 Private Private Easement 50' public greenwav corridor
Westridge Dr 0,1800 Public Private Easement 15' trail easeme n t
Evergreen Dr 5.5332 Private Private Parcel Common open space with private road within the open space
\'(' College St 0.9763 Public Private Parcel Cornmon area
Blackbird Dr & Catrun St 0./008 Private Pri\-ate Parcel
Blackbird Dr & Downy Ln & Savannah Dr 0,4098 P riva te Private Parcel
Cattail St & Blackbird Dr 0,4223 Private Private Parcel
Catron St 1.0213 Private Private Parcel
Warbler \\''1'' 0,4906 Private P riva te Parcel
Broadwater Ct & Broadv,later St 0.0634 Private Private Parcel
Broadwater Ct 0.U471 Private Private Parcel
Broadwater Ct U.0729 Private Private Parcel
Broadwater Ct & Sanders Ave 0.0133 Private Private Easement 8' wide pedestrian access easement
N 15th Ave 0.7269 Private Priyate Parcel
OakSt&N 19dLhe 2.2125 Public Private Easement 50' greenwa, easement
I\kllhattan Rd U.4549 Public Private Easement Trail easement
Par Ct & Birdie Dr U.4844 Public P ri \-ate Parcel 20' cornmon open space & public linear trail corridor easement
Boylan Dr U.3366 Public Pri\-ate Easement 20' public linear trail corridor easement
Burian Dr & Storr .Mill Rd 0.1/30 P riva te Priva te Parcel
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Equestrian Ln 0.0175 Public Private Easement Utilirv easement & pedestrian ,vall.way
Equestrian Ln 0.0185 Public Private Easement Utili!T easement & pedestrian ,valbvay
Equestrian Ln & Vaquero Ph",')' & Caballa .-\ve 0.0105 Public Private Easement Utilit)" easement & pedestrian \valbvay
Equestrian Ln & Vaquero Phvy & Caballa .-\ve 0.0113 Public State Easement Utility easement & pedestrian walbvay
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Baxter La & \Taquero Ph",,\" & Caballa _-1.ve 0.0121 Public Priva te Easement
Riata Rd & Fjord Ct 1.0905 Private State Parcel
Riata Rd & Kimbenvicke St 2.656-+ Private Private Parcel
Equestrian Rd & Riata Rd 0.1276 Private Priva te Parcel
Donna _-1.ve & \\;' Babcock St 0.2234 P riva te Private Parcel
Westridge Dr & .-\mald St 0.3763 Public Pri,.a te Parcel 20' recreational & utility easement
Research Dr 1.8373 Private Private Parcel Parking lot
Ravalli St & E Granite .-1.ve 0.0711 Private Private Parcel Common open space
Granite .-1.ve & Fallon St 0.0559 Public Private Easement to' pedestrian walbvav trail easement
HuHi.ne Ln & Ferguson .-1.ve 1.1285 Public Private Easement Pedestrian easement
Valley Common Dr & Ginella W'v 0.2397 Private Private Easement 40' common open space easement
~ lathew Bird Cir & Graf St 4.0517 Private Private Pared Detention ponds, 20' public pedestrian access easement
Graf St & l\Iathe,v Bird Cir 0.1574 Private Private Parcel
W' Fieldvie,,- Cir & Graf St 3.6338 Private Private Parcel Detention ponds, 20' public pedestrian access easement
Graf St & W' Fieldview Cir 0.1899 Private Private Parcel
E Fieldvie'.v Cir 2.4727 Ptivate Private Parcel 20' public pedestrian access easemem
Graf St & E Fieldview Cir 0.1843 Private Private Parcel
Meriwether .-\ve & Cameahwait St 0.3875 Private Private Parcel Detention pond, open space
N 14th .-1.ve & N 15th _-1.ve 0.46-+2 Private Private Parcel .-\ccess/ parking/landscaping
Oak St & N 14th .-\ve & N 15th .-1.ve 2.0714 Private Private Parcel .-\ccess/ parking/landscaping
N 1.J-th .-1.ve & N 15th "-1.ve 1.2704 Private Private Parcel .-\ccess/ parking/landscaping
l\Ia thes on \X"y 0.3018 Private Private Parcel
lessie \X'v & Roy St 0.6694 Private Private Parcel
Matheson W'y & Roy St 0.6460 Private Private Parcel
:!'oJ 15th .-\ve & Durston Rd 0.1491 Private Private Parcel
Matheson \X'\, & Durston Rd 0.0749 Private Private Parcel
I\farheson \>;'y & Durston Rd 0.1259 Private Pri\'a te Parcel
Matheson \X'y & Roy St 0.0165 Private Private Easement 15' pedestiran easement
Matheson \>;'y & Roy St 0.0142 Private Private Easement 15' pedestiran easement
\Tillage Downtown Blvd 1.0749 Private Private Parcel
Yillage Crossing \X'v 0.0577 Pri\'a te Private Parcel
\'iIlage Downtown Blvd 0.0298 Private Private Parcel
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\~illage DO'.vntown Blvd & Yillage Crossing 'i'{'y 0.0482 Private Private Parcel
\~illage DO'.vntown Blyd & \~illalle Crossllz Wy 0_0478 Private Printe Parcel
\~illal!:e DO'.vntO'.vn Bkd 0_0307 Private Priyate Parcel
Yillage Downtown Blvd 0.0292 Private Printe Parcel
\-illage Downtown Blvd 0.5281 Private Private Parcel
\'illage Crossing \'Cy 0.0503 Pri,-ate Pri,-a te Parcel
\'illage DO'.vntown Bh-d 0.0295 Pri,'ate Private Parcel
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Yillage DO'.vntown Blvd 0.2108 Private Printe Parcel
\' illage Cros sinll 'i'{', 0.6123 Private Private Parcel
\-illage Downtown Bh-d & N Broadwav..he 0.1070 Private Private Parcel
\'illage Downtown Blvd & Front St 0.1135 Private Private Parcel
\-illalle Downtown Blvd 0.11 08 Private Private Parcel
Yillalle Dow'ntown Blvd 0.0529 Private Prh'ate Parcel
Yillalle Downtown Bh-d & Front St 0.6462 Private Private Easement 25' linear park/trail easement
N 19th"-l ve & W' Stevens W-, 1.1348 Public Private Easement 5U' public greenway corridor/ common open space easement
\'1' Stevens \X'y & N 19th"-l ve 0,4571 Public Private Easement 50' public greenway corridor/ common open space easement
N 19thAve&N 22nd.-lve 0.1743 Public Private Easement 50' public greenway corridor/ common open space easement
N 19th "-lye & N nnd .-lve & Durston Rd 1.0691 Public Printe Easement 50' public greenway corridor/common open space easement
Uak St & .t\Iaplewood St 0.1l83 Public Private Easement 35' public stream corridor/ common open space easement
"-laplewood St & Windsor St 0.8545 Public Printe Easement 35' Dublic stream corridor/ common open space easement
\'I-indsor St & N 22nd "-lH 0.2498 Public Private Easement 35' public stream corridor/ common open space easement
Fallon St & Ferguson .-lve 1.U903 Public Prirate Easement 30' linear park/trail easement
Fallon St & Ferguson .-lH 2,4 1lU Public Priva te Easement 30' linear park/trail easement
Stillwater Creek Dr O. /386 Public Pri,'ate Easemen t 30' linear park/trail easement
Uverbrook Dr 02321 Public Public Easement 25' transportation pathwav easement (Gailagator Trail)
Oyerbrook Dr & S ith .-lve 03J355 Public Private Road 10' public pedestrian trail easement centered over existing trail
Baxter Ln & Tschache Ln l.7246 Public Private Easement 70' watenva, & pedestiran trail easement
N 19th .-l,'e & Tschache Ln & Baxter Ln L94i9 Public Private Easement 50' llreen,vay
Highland Blvd 0.1708 Public Private Easement 10' pedestrian access
Gallatin Center development 0.2578 Public Private Easement 75' public open space/linear trail
Ma.'{ "-lye & Burke St 0.1352 Public Pri,ate Easement 25' public utilin- & sidewalk access easement
Max "-lye & Burke St 0.3463 Public Private Easement 25' public utility & sidewalk access easement
Catron St 1.2444 Public Private Easement 75' public open space/linear trail easement
Gallatin Center derelopment 0.5 /78 Public Private Easement 20' utilin- /linear trail easement
\-aile, Center Rd & Catron St 0.7/05 Public Private Easement 50' public open space/linear trail easement
\~ailey Center Rd 0.875/ Private Priva te Parcel Common area for storm,vater retention facilities
\~ailey Center Rd 0,4524 Public Pri,'a te Easement 12' pedestrian easement to be within 50' of Yalley Center RUW'
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N 15th Ave & Oak St 0.2921 Public Private Easement 25' pedestrian easement
Sourdough Rd 0.2277 Public Private Easement 20' trail corridor easement
Broad\vater St & }'feagher ~\ve 0.0575 Private Private Parcel Common open space
l\feaQ:her j. ve 0.0521 Privare Private Parcel Common open space
\'\' Babcock St 0.12-+-1- Private Private Parcel 10' wide access easement behveen common open spaces
Broadwater St & Chateau .\ve 0.0-1-93 Private Private Parcel Common open space
}'Ieagher \ve 0.0843 Private Private Parcel Common open space
Meagher Ave 0.0-1-02 Private Private Parcel Common open space
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Franklin Hills Subdivision 5.0200 Public Brandon Trail Rd & Dulohery Ln Access is not obvious
Manley }'feadows 0.0000 Public i\Icilhattan Rd
:t\IeadO\vbrook Estates 0.7386 Public Dogwood Dr Paved Subdivision buffer
}'Iyers 18.2000 Public Triple Tree Rd Gravel
Rae Subdi'\1sion 0.0847 Public Chestnut Grove _\ve Condo's backyard
Rae Subdi'\1sion 0.0000 Public Dogwood Dr \,\'e1llocation
Stone gate Subdivision 3.0590 Public }'Icilhattan Rd & Barclay Dr
I'alley Center Subdivision 6.3890 Public Stubbs Ln & Durango Ln
\X'alker Property 21.2050 Public Campbell Rd & Springhill Rd
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5.4 OPEN SPACE GROUPS/ORGANIZATIONS
5.4.1 Gallatin County
The Gallatin County Open Space Bond was passed by the voters in the fall of :WOO. The bond, in the
amount of $10 million dollars, is for the purpose of preserving open space in Gallatin County by
purchasing land and conservation easements from willing landowners for the following purposes:
managing growth, preserving ranches and farms, protecting wildlife habitat and water quality of streams
and rivers, providing parks and recreation areas. The Gallatin County Commission has appointed a 15
member citizens' advisory committee, (Gallatin County Open Lands Board) to oversee the grant
program. The Open Lands Board reviews all applications and makes project funding recommendations
to the County Commissioners, who have dle authority to spend dle bond money.
By County resolution the Commissioners must appoint a majority of ranchers and farmers to serve on
dle Open Lands Board. The mission statement of the Open Lands Board is to work with the citizens of
Gallatin County to preserve natural lands and encourage the economic viability of agriculturally
productive lands. This is accomplished dltough voluntary programs that ensure the protection of open-
space lands, eidler in perpetuity or for a term of years; and through the identification or establishment of
funding sources, tax measures and other incentives. By law the County Commissioners must hold public
hearings eXplaining what projects have been recommended for funding from the bond money. This
process allows full public disclosure and input.
5.4.2 Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks
This state agency works with property owners to protect and enhance critical wildlife habitat. They
negotiate and administer conservation easements. The Bozeman Ponds and East Gallatin Recreation
Area are both owned by FWP, but are managed by the City of Bozeman as City parks.
5.4.3 Gallatin Valley Land Trust
GVLT is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to the conselvation of open space,
agricultural land, wildlife habitat, and the creation of public trails in southwestem Montana.
5.4.4 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
The Rocky Mountain EU;: Foundation is an intemational, nonprofit wildlife conservation organization
whose mission is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife and dleir habitat. Land protection projects
include land acquisitions and conselvation easements.
5.4.5 Montana Land Reliance
The MLR is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan land trust that strives to provide permanent protection for
ecologically and historically important private lands. MLR works with Montana's private landowners,
both one-an-one and in neighborhood-based groups, to provide long-term conservation strategies to
protect the economic and natural elements of their land and their neighborhoods. Conservation
easements are the primary tools used by MLR to achieve these goals.
5.5 PARTNERSHIPS
The partnership widl the GVLT is critical for dle expansion of the City's trail system. Often important
trail corridors and connections lie on private property, and GVLT's expertise and experience is critical
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for negotiating with the landowner and securing the needed easements. GVLT also contributed
significantly to tl1e maintenance of trail easements. .
The City also partners with property owners associations for the maintenance of private open space and
trail easements. The City's development regulations contain requirements for the development and
maintenance of common areas, including common open space, by property owners associations.
However, there is always room for improvcment in ensuring that private open spaces, and trail corridors
Witll public access easements, are adequately maintained.
5.6 PROST PLAN SURVEY RESULTS
As noted in Chapter 1, a community survey was conducted as part of tl1e preparation of the PROST
Plan. Of the 315 survey respondents, 10() listed parks as one of the recreational facilities that are most
often used by members of their household; this is 34 percent of the respondents. Open space was the
third most often used recreation facility after trails and parks. When asked which recreation activity and
related facility should be tl1C highest priority for the City, open space was the third most often listed
facility after trails and parks.
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CHAPTER 6
Trails Existing Conditions
6.0 INTRODUCTION
Trails arc very important to the citizens of Bozeman. In fact, the PROST Plan sUivey indicates that
trails arc the most-used recreational facility in the City. Trails provide a wealth of community-enhancing
benefits, including:
Trails facilitate exercise and offer a cost-effective weapon against the staggel1ng health-care costs
associated with the sedentary lifestyle.
Trails provide safe transportation corridors for people tnmnvc throughout the community on
foc)t or em bike.
Trails provide an opportunity to experience nature and enjoy the outdoors.
Trails can enhance property values and contribute to the COlll1~lunity\; toutism economy.
6.1 HISTORY/BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Planning for trails and trail corridors has its roots in the early 1900s. Several planners and landscape
architects were advocating for the creation of parkways and interconnected park systems. The early
leader in greenway planning was John Charles Ohnsted, who wrote "while there are many things small
and great which may contribute to the beauty of city.. .unquestionably one of the greatest is a
comprehensive system of parks and parkways" regarding the City of Portland, OR's park system.
Radburn, NY, designed in 1929 by Clarence Stein and Henry Wright, was one of the fttst planned
communities in the United States. The desit,l1l of Radburn introduced a number of new planning ideas,
including tlle "super-block" concept, cul-de-sac (cluster) grouping, and interior parklands. Radburn also
featured a trail system Omown as "park walks") for the separation of vehicular and pedestrian traffic to
promote safety. Every home was planned with access to the park walks.
The movement for the creation of trail systems emerged in the mid- to late 1980s as urban
conservationists, neighborhoods, and "friends" groups around tlle country coalesced around a shared
vision for creating a C01ll1~lunity where ribbons of green would flow through eve~-y neighborhood.
These groups typically embraced smart growth's central tenet of containing urban sprawl through
compact urban form, but their support was contingent on tl~e guid pro quo that strealns, wetlands, and
wildlife habitat be protected, and restored where necessary, to provide access to nature within a short
walle or bicycle ride from home.
By 1983, tl~e Bozeman Area Master Plan contained "linear parks" as a park category. Ijnear parks were
described as "corridors of land which provide public access between different locations for recreational
or transportation pmposes.. .improvements can include facilities to aid wallcing, hiking and bicycling,
and rest stations."
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6.2 CLASSIFICATION OF TRAILS
In 200S, there was approximately 41-\ miles of trail within the planning area (see Figure 4). Of this,
approximately 42 nilles are natural fInes trails (Classes II - IV) and approximately 6 miles are paved,
shared-use trails (Class I). Although the term trail is generally defined as "way designed for and used bv
pedestrians, cyclists and other similar uses," the City of Bozeman uses several subcategories of trails
including:
Class IA. These trail.s are heavily used with full access, and are desibJ11ed for recreational and commuter
use along major transportation corridors. These trails are designed to permit two-way traffIc using an
impervious surface material such as asphalt or concrete. These trails arc 12 feet wide with full ADA
accessibility.
Class IB. These trails are the same as Class IA trails with the exception of being 10 feet wide. These
trails are typically used in interior subdivision settings where Class I trails are appropriate, but a full 12
feet widd1 is not necessary.
Class IIA. These trails receive heavy to moderate use with a very high degree of ADA accessibility.
They are intended for multiple non-motorized, recreational and commuter use. Class II trails are
constructed of natural fInes and are 6 feet in width.
Class lIB. These trails receive: moderate use and provide moderate ADA accessibility depending on
grades and/or obstacles. Construction standard is the same as Class IIA.
Class III. These trails receive moderate to low use and are typically 3 feet in width. They are either
natural trails developed by use, or constructed with natural fInes. ADA accessibility is extremely limited.
Class IV A. These trails are generally mowed corridors used for ski. trails in winter, or occasional special
activities such as cross-country running meets, and are 16 feet in width.
Class IVB. These trails are the same as Class IV A trails with the exception that they are 10 feet in
width.
Class V. These trails are used for equestrian traffic, and when constructed parallel to pedestrian trails
are built with a suffIcient buffer and physical barrier between them to prevent horse/pedestrian
conflicts.
6.3 LAND ACQUISITION, TRAIL DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
6.3.1 Land Acquisition
The acquisition of land for trail development currendy occurs in four basic ways. 1. The land is
dedicated as parkland which would include linear parks and trails within neighborhood, community,
regional or natural area/open lands parks; 2. Public trail easements across private lands are purchased or
donated; 3. Trails are placed within the public right-of-way; these are typically Class I shared-use trails;
and 4. Non-public right-of-way, such as railroad tight-of-way, is used.
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6.3.2 Trail Development
Most trails in newly developing parts of the City are installed by the developer. The City may install or
make improvements to trails as part of the capital improvements program. For example, during FYOS
the Parks Division installed a trail to the Children's Memorial Park.
The City also partners with a variety of groups to install trails, including: Gallatin Valley Land Trust,
property owners associations, user groups, service organizations, nonprofit organizations, and clubs.
Development is accomplished with a variety of funding sources and combinations, including budgeted
capital improvement funds, cash-in-lieu funds, City Park Improvement Grant funds, private donations,
and grant monies. Many improvements are also completed with the use of donated tUne, labor and
materials.
The proposed location of trails, as well as planned trail-related improvements, within the City must be
reviewed and approved by the City. In addition, trail development must comply with the City's
standards, including construction, materials, depth, width, etc. (see Appendix C for Design Standards).
Most of the trails within the planning area, but outside the City of Bozeman, were installed by the
developer or the property owners association.
6.3.3 Trail Maintenance
Most existing trails are maintained by the City Parks Division. A more thorough description of the
Parks Division's maintenance responsibilities are described on Page 3-15 through 3-17. The Parks
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Division also partners with a variety of groups for assistance 111 maintaining City parks and other
recreational lands, including: Gallatin Valley Land Trust, Bridger Ski Foundation, property owners
associations, user groups, service organization, and nonpmfit organiutions and clubs.
Most trails in new developments created since the beginning of 2004 are maintained by property owners
associations because the City Parks Division lacks the funds, equipment and personnel to maintain new
trails while maintaining an acceptable level of service for existing trails. It is expected that maintenance
of linear parks by property owners associations would cease if and when a Citywide park maintenance
district, or similar alternative for funding, is created.
Most of the trails within the planning area but outside the City of Bozeman are maintained by property
owners associations.
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6.4 TRAIL GROUPS/ORGANIZATIONS
There are several groups in the Bozeman area that contribute greatly to the planning, acquisition,
development and maintenance of trails. These groups include:
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Gallatin Coun1;y Trails Advisory Committee. This committee was appointed in 1999 as a formal
advisory committee to the Gallatin County Planning Board. It includes eleven volunteer committee
members from around the county, with a mix of experience and skills relating to public trails. The Trails
Advisory Committee is charged with two primary tasks: 1) to inventory existing trails and planned trails
in Gallatin County, and 2) to develop a proposal for a countywide trail system. This second task includes
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developing criteria for siting trail corridors, identifying potential corridors, estimating costs and other
resource requirements for the potential trail corridors, and setting priorities among the possible new .
trails.
Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVL T). GVLT is a nonprofit m.embership organization dedicated to the
conservation of open space, agricultural land, and wildlife habitat and the creation of public trails in and
around Gallatin County. GVLT has been a leader in planning, building, and maintaining trails in the
Bozeman area through their Main Street to the Mountains Trail System program. In particular, GVL l'
has been instrumental in obtaining casements and other links between critical sections of the trail
system. For example, as a result of GVLT's persistent negotiations, the Montana Rail Link leased the
Story Mill Spur Trail to the City of Bozeman for ten years.
Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board. This Board is comprised of citi:zen volunteers who are
appointed by the City Commission. Board members have knowledge of bicycling and/ or traffic safety in
the Bozeman area. The Board is advisory to the City Conunission on matters which may have an impact
on bicycling, including usage of public streets and other public ways. The Board provides advice to the
Commission regarding bicycling issues pertaining to dle PROST Plan and the Transportation Plan, and
the Board is also represented on the Transportation Coordinating Committee (TCe).
Rotary Club. Rotary is a service organization of business and professional leaders worldwide who
provide humanitarian selvice, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill
and peace in the world. The two local Rotary Clubs have been very involved in trail and park acquisition,
development, and maintenance.
Montana Conservation Corps. The Montana Conservation Corps teaches the rewards of service and .
instills values that carry throughout life. The MCC seeks to achieve its mission by performing service
projects which have a lasting and beneficial impact on our natural environment and conununities. Many
of the MCC's service projects involve restoring, building, and maintaining trails.
Gallatin Coun1;y Board of Park Commissioners. The Gallatin County Board of Park Commissioners
was formed pursuant to the authority granted under in Sections 76-16-2301, ct. seq., MCA. The Board's
mission is to provide a system of lllterconnected parks and trails for a wide range of recreational
opportunities for Gallatin County. The Board adopted the following goals for its strategic plan to move
toward a higher recreational level of service for dle residents of the county:
Goal 1 - Complete Master Plan for Parks and Recreation
Goal 2 - Address the issues of operation and maintenance requirements for county parks and
trails
Goal 3 - Update current mles and regulations
Goal 4 - Implement existing Trails Plans
GoalS - Involve the community in the plannlllg, development, and maintenance of county parks
and trails
These groups often work closely with each other. For example, during the sprlllg of 2000 the Bozeman
Recreation and Parks Advisory Board, the Gallatin County Trails Advisory Committee, GVLT, and City
and County staff worked together to prepare a countywide lllVentory of existing trails using global
positioning system (GPS) technology. This llwentory was very useful for the preparation of a future
trails map for the Bozeman area, as well as a future trail map for all of Gallatin County. The GPS trail
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map allowed the group to better view existing trails, and determine where future trails are needed for
connections.
Bridger Ski Foundation. The Bridger Ski Foundation (ESF) is a non-profit community based
volunteer organization that provides organized recreational and race programs for the three skiing
disciplines: Alpine, Nordic, and Freestyle. The Nordic ski program has been grooming ski trails at
Lindley Park for 30 years and has enjoyed a cooperative relationship with the City of Bozeman. BSF is
working with GVLT to include some winter grooming, where appropriate, of the Main Street to
Mountains Trail System. BSF advocates for Nordic skiing as an amenity in our health-oriented
community. They also view Nordic skiing as an important economic tool for the Bozeman area as ESP
is increasingly able to conduct ski racing events that attract skiers and fans from around dle world. The
Bridger Ski Foundation and GVLT have worked together to identify many possible future ski trails.
Please refer to Appendix E.
6.5 PARTNERSHIPS
The partnership with GVLT is critical for the expansion of the City's trail system. Often important trail
corridors and connections lie on private property, and GVLT's expertise and experience is critical for
negotiating with the landowner and securing the needed easements. GVLT has also contributed
significantly to the maintenance of trail easements.
As stated above, the City partners with ESP for the grooming of Nordic ski trails in the winter.
Grooming has been occurring at three in-town venues, including Lindley Park, Bridger Creek Golf
. Course and the Snowfill site on tlle City's landfill property.
TIle City also partners with property owners associations for the maintenance of private open space and
trail easements. The City's development regulations contain requirements for the development and
maintenance of common areas, including common open space, by property owners associations.
However, there is always room for improvement in ensuring tllat private open spaces and trail corridors
with public access easements are adequately maintained.
6.6 PROST PLAN SURVEY RESULTS
As noted in Chapter 1, a community survey was conducted as part of the preparation of the PROST
Plan. Of the 315 survey respondents, 221 listed trails as one of tlle recreational facilities that arc most
often used by members of their household (70 percent of the respondents) and 216 listed
wallci.ng/hilcing as one of the recreational activities that are most important to the members of their
household (69 percent of respondents). When asked to think of a recommendation to improve the
City's recreation opportunities, more and/or better trails was the most frequendy listed response.
When asked to list an additional recreational facility they would W\:e to see developed in our community,
more and/or better trails was the most frequently listed response. Finally, when asked which recreation
activity and related facility should be dle highest priority for the City, more and/or better trails was the
most often listed facility.
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In terms of trail maintenance, 15 percent rated it Excellent, 42 percent Good, 30 percent Adequate,S
percent Inadequate and 2 percent Poor; 5 percent of respondents did not use the trails and 1 percent did
not respond. The most frequendy listed maintenance problems included: dog waste, mud and puddles
on trails, unleashed dogs, garbage, weed control and bil\:es in Burke Park.
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CHAPTER 7
Service levels
7.0 INTRODUCTION
When planning for community facilities and services, commuruttes need to not only identify which
public facilities and services are important to community quality, but they must abo define what
constitutes "adeguate" provision of community facilities and services. To determine adequacy, local
communities develop yardsticks or standards. Level of service (LOS) standards are measures of the
amount (and/or quality) of the public facility being provided to meet that community's basic needs and
expectations. LOS measures arc typically expressed as ratios of facility capacity to dem.and by existing
and projected future users. For instance, the amount of parkland currently needed in a particular
community may be determined by comparing the ratio of existing park acres per 1,000 population to the
community's desired level of parks relative to population. The gap between the two ratios is the
currently needed park acreage. As the community hrfOWS in population, the objective will be to provide
enough additional acreage to maintain tlle community's desired ratio of park acres to 1,O()() population.
Level of service standards sel-ve multiple purposes, including:
Provide a benchmark for evaluating service deficiencies in existing neighborhoods.
Define what new public facilities and services will be needed to support new development.
Provide a basis for assuring that existing services are maintained as new development is served.
Alert public officials to opportunities for improved efficiency and savings.
Move beyond quantitative measures and provide measures for the quality of facilities and
services provided.
Provide an opportunity for neighboring jurisdictions to coordinate LOS standards to assure
consis tency.'
Traditionally, park planners have relied upon standards provided by the National Recreation and Park
Association (NRPA). In 1971, tlle NRPA published the National Park, Recreation and Open Space StandardJ
which f"mided the park and recreation field during the 1970s. During the late 19705, the NRP,A enlisted
the assistance of over 180 individuals, representing all segments of recreation, parks and related
disciplines, to publish the Recreation, Park t11ld Opm Space Standard, and GuidelineJ in 1983. The standards
were again updated and published as the Park, Recreation, Open Space and Gm:mJJqJl GtlidelineJ in 1996, and
this document is still in use today. The NRP A standards include recommendations for amount of park
and recreation facilities per quantity of people, suggestions for a classification system of parks and
facili~' space standards, and guidelines for park planning processes.
While these national standards provide a useful framework for evaluating community resources, 1t 1S
recognized that national standards are not going to provide an adequate assessment of tlle recreational
needs of particular communities. Instead, communities must develop their own standards tlIUt reflect
their unique conditions, resources and needs, for use in evaluating recreation needs. The NRP A
standards are typically used to present a big picture view of park, recreation, and open space planning
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across the nation. The NRP A publication in use today does describe various methods communities can
use to develop their own, community-specific LOS standards.
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Also, while LOS standards arc very good for determining amount, they arc not effective for evaluating
quality; an emphasis on obtaining an adequate quantity of recreational amenities much be balanced
against ensuring that those amenities are usable and safe. Therefore, dns discussion of level of service
for parks, recreational facilities and programs, open space and trails will focus on both the quantitative
and qualitative aspect of recreational amenities. Further, an exan1ination of dle quantity of recreational
facilities and services available in the Bozeman will also address the geographic distribution and service
areas of current and future facilities and services.
7.1 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
7.1.1 Acres of Developed Neighborhood Park Per 1,000 Population
The NRP A recommends that communities provide 1 to 2 acres of developed Neighborhood Park per
1,000 population. Currendy, Bozeman has approximately 3.0 acres of developed Neighborhood Park
per 1,000 population. As shown in Table 7-1, the average amount of developed Neighborhood Park in
regional peer communities is 2.1 acres per 1,000 population, which is consistcnt with the NRP A
recommendations. However, the average standard for developed Neighborhood Park in tl1e peer
communities is 3.1 acres per 1,000 population. Bozeman would like to maintain its current level of
service for Neighborhood Park acreage. Therefore, B07;e11lan's level of service will be 3.0 acres per
1,000 population, which is consistent with the average standard for developed Neighborhood Parks in
the peer communities.
Table 7-1: Acres of Developed Neighborhood Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
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City Boulder, CO Fort Collins, CO Greeley, CO Loveland, CO
Population 107,340 126,848 77,000 50,608
Developed Parkland in Acres 325 315.73 197 114,(,
Developed Park ""..cres/l ,000 Pop .3 25 2.5 2.3
Parkland Acres Standard/l,OnO Pop 1.5 2.5 2.5 5
City Boise, ID Billings, MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, WA
Population 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000
Developed Parkland in Acres 197.25 385 140 155
Developed Park Acres/1,OOO Pop 1 3.9 2.5 1.3
Parkland Acres Standard/l,OOO Pop 1.5 4 2.5 .3
City Bellingham, W A Redmond, W A Average of Other Bozeman, MT
Population 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,6602
Developed Parkland in Acres 5 !:l. 5 45.45 193 95
Developed Park Acres/1,000 Pop O.St) 1.03 2.1 3.0
Parkland .\cn~s Standard/l,OOO Pop N/A 5 3.1 3.0
Soune: Peer ailllmullil]' data lJ'ilJ collected ill Man';' 2004- b1' ED.41Y'. tht (oll.mltaJltJ who prtpared tht MaJttr ParkJ illl(l fuiTeatil1l1 Plallfll7"
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7.1.2 Location of Developed Neighborhood Parks
The City was divided up into quadrants as follows to analyze dIe level of service being provided by
developed Neighborhood Parks: Northeast (north of Main St and east of N 7'h .Ave), Southeast (south
of Main St and east of S 8th Ave) Southwest (south of Main St and west of S Hlh Ave) and Northwest
(nordl of Main St and west of N 7th Ave).
Northeast Ouadrant. Table 7-2 includes the developed Neighborhood Parks located in the Northeast
quadrant. As shown in Figure 5, the ~12-mi1e service area for these parks adequately provides for the area
soudl of 1-90, west of Broadway Ave, nordl of Main St and east of N 7'h Ave. Some residential areas
farther to the north, such as parts of Bridger Creek Subdivision, Headlands Subdivision and the
manufactured home park located off of Bridger Canyon Dr, are not provided widl very good access to
developed Neighborhood Parks. However, these neighborhoods are within close proximity to the East
Gallatin Recreation Area, which is a large Regional Park. Also, several new developnlents in the area
(l-,egends I, Legends II and Creekwood) will include some Neighborhood parkland to fill in the gaps.
Generally, this quadrant is well-served by developed Neighborhood Parks.
Table 7-2: Developed Neighborhood Parks in the Northeast Quadrant
BEALL 2.2 N BOZEJ\1i\N ".\ 'i'E & E VILL\RD ST
ElliDGER CREEk, PI-IJ\SE 2 1.7 AUGUSTA DR
CENTENNI.t\L 2.5151 N TR..:'\CY AVE & \X' COTTONWOOD S'l'
NE NEIGT-ffiORHOOD POCT-.:ET PART, 1.0975 N WALL\CE A \'E & FRONT ST
WESTLAI...::E 5.9 N STI-I AVE & \X' T AJVIARACk ST
Southeast Ouadrant. Table 7-3 includes the developed Neighborhood Parks located in the Southeast
quadrant. As shown in Figure 6, dIe I/o-mile service area for these parks adequately provides for the
area, except for the neighborhood east of Lindley Park and residential development along Haggerty
Lane such as dIe Comstock Apartment complex. The southernmost parts of dle Sundance Springs
development are also underserved with developed Neighborhood Park, but are in close proxinllty to
several natutal parks such as Tuckerman and McLeod Parks. Generally, dus quadrant is well-served by
developed Neighborhood Parks.
Table 7-3: Developed Neighborhood Parks in the Southeast Quadrant
COOPER 4.1 S 8TH .'\ VE & \~T KOCH ST
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Southwest Ouadrant. As shown in Figure 7, dIere are no developed Neighborhood Parks in the
Soudlwest quadrant at dus time. Therefore, residential uses in dus area are not being adequately served
'Widl parks. Residential developments in the area include: housing between Kagy Blvd and Lincoln St
near the campus, new multihousehold development off of Kagy Blvd and west of S 19111 Ave, housing
on the MSU campus and housing north of College St and south of \Xl Main St.
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Northwest Ouadrant. Table 7-4 includes the developed Neighborhood Parks located in the
Northwest quadrant. As shown in Figme H, the liz-mile scrvice area for these parks adequately providcs .
for the area, except for some residential uses south of W Babcock St and north of W Main St and
residential uses north of the Intcrstate. Also, some ncw developmcnts that appear unservcd mcrely do
not yet have their Neighborhood Parks developed at tlus time. These developmcnts include Baxtcr
Meadows, Lame! Glen and Baxter Square. Gencrally, this quadrant is well-served by developed
Neighborhood Parks.
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CAITAIL CREEl"::, PI-L'\.SE 1, PAIU~ B 5.763 CA rf.,\IL S1' & CATRON ST
CAITAIL CREEl';:, PH.iiSE 2, Pi\.RK C 0.707 BLACKBIRD DR & eA TRON ST
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7.2.1 Acres of Developed Community Park
The NRP A recommends that communities provide 5 to 8 acres of developed CommUluty Park per
1,000 population. Currently, Bozeman has approximately 7.1 acres of developed Community Park per
1,000 population. As shown in Table 7-5, tlle average amount of developed Community Park in
rq,>1onal peer COn1ll1111uties is 2.R anes per 1,000 population, wmch is sif:,>nificantJy less tllan the NRP A
recommendations. Thc average standard for developed Community Park in the peer comn1U1uties is 4.6
acres per 1,000 population, which is also less tllan the NRPA reconunendations. Bozeman would W{l~ to
maintain its current level of service for Community Park acreage. Therefore, Bozeman's level of service
will be 7.0 acres per 1,000 population, which is well within the NRPA recommcnded range.
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Table 7-5: Acres of Developed Community Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
City Boulder, CO Fort Collins, CO Greeley, CO Loveland, CO
Population 107,340 126,848 77 ,000 50,608
Developed in Acres 173 308.2 390 147.7
Developed Park Acre~/l,OOO Pop 1.6 2.4 3.4 2.9
Parkland /\cres Standard/1,OOO Pop 1.5 5.5 5 2.5
City Boise, ID Billings, MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, W A
Population 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000
Developed in ,\cre~ 975.2 265 344 N/A
Developed Park i-\cres/1,OOO Pop 4.9 2.7 2.5 N/l\.
Parkland ,'\.cres Standard/1,OOO Pop 4.7 3 N/l"\. 13
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Population 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,660
Developed in ,\cre~ N / ,\ 68.5 334 2251
Developed Park "\.cres/1,()OO Pop N/A 1.6 2.R 7.1
Parkland j\.cres Standard/1,OOO Pop N/l\. 1.5 4J, 7.0
Sormv: Peer mrmnuni(l' data way tu//etted in Marth 2004 I?)' EDA n", the fOnyu/tanty who prepared the Mayter ParkJ and Rcrreation P/an for
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'The IIllmber/lir deIdoped commuNit)' park (225 arre.r) includes pm"k.r cla.r.rilied as commm1i(J' parb, .rpecial tI.re park.r UlId the ha.r/ Ga//a/in
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7.2.2 Location of Developed Community Parks
The City was diviJeu up into '-luadtal1ts as follows to analyze the level of service being provided by
developed Community Parks: Northeast (north of Main St and east of N 7'h Ave), Soudleast (south of
Main St and east of S 8th Ave) Soud1west (south of Main St and west of S 8th Ave) and Northwest (north
of Main St and west of N 7'h Ave). The East Gallatin Recreation Area, which is classified as a Regional
Park, is included in dli:-; analysis as a developed Community Pari.;:. North Grand Pields, Aasheim Fields,
Bronken Park, Christie Fields and die Sport Complex, which are classified as Special Use Parks, arc also
included in dns analysis as developed Conununity Park:-;.
Table 7-6: Developed Community Parks by Quadrant
QUADRANT NAME ACRES LOCATION
NE E"\ST Gi\LL\.TIN IlliCRE}.\.1'ION l"\.REJ\. 89.1735 J\L-\NLEl' RD
NE NORTTT GRAND FIELD 2.3636 N GRAND AVE & \X' COTTONWOOD ST
N\X' A,\SHEIJ'vI FIELDS 5.255 \Xl Bj\BCOC:r.::. ST & FOWLER AVE
N\'\' BOZEJ\1AN POND 16.5 HUFFINE LN & FO\X'LER l\ VE
N\'\' BRONKEN 39.06 COTfONWOOD RD
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SE CHRlSTIE FIELDS 1:\.2918 S BLACK:\ VE & E J\L-\.SON ST
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SE SPORTS COMPLEX 28.8154 H/\.GGERTY LN
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Community Parks are, by defInition, meant to serve the entire community. However, it is important
that Community Parks are equitably distributed across the community so dlat different areas of the City
have convenient access to Community Park facilities. As shown in Table 7-6, dle N ordlwest and
Southeast quadrants are amply served by Community Parks. The Northeast quadrant has two
Community Parks but is not as well served as the Northwest and Soudleast quadrants; consideration
should be given to siting additional Community Park in the Northeast quadrant. Finally, the Soudlwest
quadrant has no Community Park facilities. The City is currently experiencing a sihl11ifIcant amount of
groWtll in the Southwest quadrant, and effort should be made to site Community Park areas in this
quadrant.
7.3 PLAYGROUNDS
Playgrounds are typically located within parks, and often playgrounds represent the primary facility at a
lmni-park. Playgrounds are also located at elementary schools, and these playgrounds are included in
this analysis. Playgrounds represent an important recreational amenity for young children. As such, the
service area for a playground is about %-mile so it is witl1.in wallcing or biking distance for small children.
Also, it is inlportant for playgrounds to have amenities such as benches nearby so parents and
grandparents have a place to sit. There are specific safety, design and constil.lchon rcqui:renlents for the
installation of new playgrounds. The Bozeman Parks Division regularly inspects playground equipment
for wear and tear to ensure safety, and performs maintenance work and replacement as needed. In dIe
COII/lllIIlzit)/ RI:m:ati0l7 NeedJ SltrlJqy, when asked to list "what additional recreational I.Uli1Ji!v that is 1701 listed
would you like to see developed in our community," more/better playground equipment was the most
frequently cited response. Other playground equipment related comments from the: survey include:
Can you think of a recommendation to improve the City's recreation opportunities?
Better playground equipment for children.
Install playground equipment for kids at Cooper Park.
Require developers to install playground equipment in parks when developing subdivisions.
What ever happened to park equipment such as swings, slides, merry-go-rounds, teeter-totters?
As long as tllls equipment is not neglected in its maintenance, the public would use at own risk.
What additional recreational acdvj~J7 that is not listed in question 3 would you like to see
developed in our community?
Better fencing, more equipment for preschoolers.
More modem play equipment - what is up witl! that antique metal death trap at Bogert?
Playground equipment in every neighborhood. We have to travel quite far for a good park and
we live in town.
Playground equipment.
Playgrounds for young children.
What additional recreational faciliryrwould you like to see developed in our community?
A park with excellent playground equipment Oearners' fort).
I(.ids playground fort (see Helena's new fort at Memorial Park)
Need playgrounds for grandchildren.
Playground equipment at Bogert Park
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These comments illustrate that the community's recreational needs would be better served by more
playground equipment, better/newer playground equipment, a greater variety of equipment and
playgrounds in close proximity to places of residence. In regard to more and better/newer playgwund
equipment, emphasis will need to be placed on obtaining playground equipment in newly developing
parks and to install/ replace playground equipment in older parks.
In regard to the proxinnty of playgrounds, Figures 9 through 12 illustrate the geographic distribution of
playgrounds throughout the City and the %-mile service area around each playground. For this analysis,
the City was divided up into quadrants as follows to analyze the level of service being provided by
developed Community Parks: Northeast (north of Main St and east of N 7th Ave), Soud-least (south of
Main St and east of S 8th Ave) Southwest (south of Main St and west of S 8th Ave) and Nordlwest (north
of Main St and west of N 7'h Ave).
Northeast Quadrant. There are several areas in dlis quadrant wmch are not being adecluatcly served
with playground facilities. These areas include: all phases of the Bridger Creek Subdivision, Headlands
Subdivision and the manufactured home park off of Bridger Canyon Dr. Much of dle Northeast
Neighborhood (north Main St. and east of Rouse Ave.) is also not adequately served at tlns time.
Finally, residential uses in tlle downtown business district arc not being adequately served. Playground
equipment should be added to existing or new parks to fill in some of the service area gaps in this
quadrant.
Southeast Quadrant. There are several areas in this quadrant wmch are not being adequately served
with playground facilities. These areas include: the Graf Subdivisions west of Highland Blvd., the
Comstock Apartments off of Haggerty Ln. and residential uses along S Church Ave. Most of tlle
neighborhoods south of Kagy Blvd., with the exception of Fig6>ins and Allison Subdivisions, are not
being served at this time. Finally, residential uses in the downtown business district are not being
adequately served. Playground equipment should be added to existing or new parks to fill in some of
the service area gaps in tlns quadrant.
Southwest Quadrant. There are no developed playgrounds in the Southwest quadrant at tlns time.
Therefore, residential uses in tllis area are not being adequately s'erved with playgrounds. Residential
developments in the area include: housing between Kagy Blvd and Lincohl St near the campus, new
multihousehold development off of Kagy Blvd and west of S 19th Ave, housing on the MSU campus
and housing north of College St and south of W Main St. Playground equipment should be added to
new parks being developed in tlns area to fill in some of tlle service area gaps in tlns quadrant. Because
tllere are no existing Neighborhood or Community Parks in the part of town, there is no opportunity to
add playground equipment to existing parks.
Northwest Quadrant. There ate several areas in tlns quadrant which are not being adequately setved
witll playground facilities. These areas include all of tlle residential development south of W Babcock St
and many of the newly developing areas. Undoubtedly, some of tlle new subdivisions, such as Harvest
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existing or new parks to fill in some of tlle service area gaps in tlus quadrant.
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7.4 PARK MAINTENANCE
7.4.1 Park Maintenance Staff Per Acres of Maintained Parkland
The City Parks Division currently maintains approximately 450 acres of parkland or approximately 70
percent of the City's total dedicated parkland. The remaining 200 acres dlat are not being maintained by
dle City Parks Division are either not being maintained at all or are being maintained by developers
and/ or homeowner's associations. The City has 6 fulltime park maintenance staff and 15 additional
seasonal maintenance staff. This is approximately 1 staff person per 21 acres of maintained park.
Compared to Bozeman's peer communities in the region, Bozeman's current level of service (based on
staff per acre maintained parkland) looks relatively good. However, if Bozeman's Parks Division was
maintaining all 667 acres of City parkland, the maintenance staff per acres of maintained parkland would
be 1 : 32.
Table 7-7: Maintenance Staff per Acres of Maintained Park - Bozeman and Peer Communities
City Boulder, CO Fort Collins, CO Greelev, CO Loveland, CO
Population 107,340 126,848 77 ,000 50,608
Maintenance Staff 11 FT, 14 PT 4 FT, 11 PT N/J\ 52FT
Acres Maintained 736.6 10 262 958
iVlaintcnance Staff/ Acres 1 : 11 1 : 1 N/A 1 : 18
City Boise, ID Billin~s, MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, W A
Population 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000
Maintcnance Staff 86 FT L'IFT, 25 Hca",>1lal 26 FT 52 I '''I' + ~()ntracl"J
Acrcs Maintained 3,397 2,200 3,935 1,950
Maintenance Staff /.I\cres 1 : 39 1: 88 1 : 151 1: 42
City Bellin~ham, W A Redmond, W A Average of Other Bozeman, MT
Population 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,660
Maintenance Staff 29 Fr, 32 scasonal 25 seasonal 17 roT. 24 PT, '1.7 !ll:;lsnn;\] 6FT, 15 seasonal
Acres Maintaincd 3,297 1,400 1,477 450
Maintenance Staff/ Acres 1: 54 1: 56 1 : 51 1 : 21
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The NRP A docs not have recommendations for level of service for maintenance staff per acre of
maintained parkland. Purther, Bozeman's peer communities have not established their own standards.
Therefore, there is little guidance available to determine what level of service is acceptable for park
maintenance staff per acre of parkland maintained.
The best source of information available for Bozeman is the Bozeman COIIlIIl/miry Recreatio11 Need.r SUrlJqy.
Survey results indicate that City residents are largely satisfied with park maintenance, with ~G percent of
respondents indicating tllat park maintenance is Excellent (12 percent), Good (43 percent) or Adequate
(31 percent). Only 10 percent of respondents felt that park maintenance is Inadequate (8 percent) or
Poor (2 percent). Specific park-related maintenance issues include (listed in order of magnitude of
concern): dog waste, unleashed dogs, garbage, more/open restrooms, weed control, restroom
maintenance, tennis court repair and playground equipment maintenance. Dog issues are far and away
the park maintenance issue of greatest concern. As such, this topic is discussed furtller in Chapter 8,
Policy Issues.
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As the size and population of th<: City increases, and the amount of parkland owned by the City abo
increases, the number of park maintenance staff will also need to increase correspondingly to maintain a
consistent level of service for park maintenance.
7.4.2 Park Maintenance Standards
The adeguacy of park maintenance is also a function of what specific maintenance activities arc being
performed and how often the)' are being performed. Table 3-4 on Pages 3-16 and 3-17 includes the
Park Division's current maintenance activities and level of service standards. Again, there is little
information available regarding recommended maintenance activities and maintenanc<: service standards.
Even if there :vere standards, each community is so unique that such standards would be difficult to
apply. Based on the COJJlJJllll1i~l' Recreation Needr JIIn;~y, the community seems generally satisfi<:d with the
maintenance activities currently being performed and the City's current service standards. However, it
always recommended that the main.tenance activities and service standards be reviewed from time to
time to identify areas for improvement.
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7.4.3 Park Division Budget
Finally, the adeguacy of park maintenance depends largely upon tlle funding available for park
maintc.:nance activities. There are no NRP A recommended standards for park budget per resident.
Table 7-8 indicates the annual park budgets and park budget per resident for Bozeman and peer
communities. Th<: av<:rage park budget per resident for all peer communities is $47.07. Bozeman's park
budget per rc.:sidc.:nt of $37.90 lags significantly behind. Again, it should be noted that property owners
associations are being required to maintain man)' of Bozeman's newest parks because the Parks Division
lacks the resources to maintain additional parkland at tlus time. The fact that the COlJlJJllll1i(l' Recreatioll
NeedJ SItr7!~JI indicatc.:d a high kvel of satisfaction with the maintenanc<: of City parks illustrates that
Bozeman is currently getting a tr<:m<:ndolis bang for its buck; we have excellent maintenance with little
staff and a modest budget.
Table 7-8: Annual Park Budget - Bozeman and Peer Communities
City Boulder, CO Fort Collins, CO Greeley, CO Loveland, CO
Population 107,340 126,848 77,000 50,608
".\tlnual P:uk Budget $4,874.841 $3,135,113 N/""\ $4,95G,9B5
Budget Per Resident $38.43 $28.07 N/A $G4.3B
City Boise, ID Billin2s, MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, W A
Population 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000
Annual Park Budget $G,86(,,581 $4,200,OO() $1,2()(),()()() $9.468,255
Budget Pcr Resident $34.34 $42.86 $21JB $80,93
City Bellin2ham, W A Redmond, W A Average of Other Bozeman, MT
Population 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,660
A.nnual Park Budget $4,470,317 N/A $4,896,512 $1.20U,U()()
Budget Per RC5idcnt $6().55 N/A $47.07 $37.911
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As the size and population of the City increases, and the amount of parkland owned by the City also
increases, the size of the Parks Division budget will also need to increase correspondingly to maintain a
consistent level of service for park maintenance.
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7.5 RECREATION FACILITIES
7.5.1 Recreation Facility Service Standard Recommendation~
Table 7-9 illustrates the level of service for recreation facilities being provided in Bozeman, expressed in
terms as a ratio to the City's population, as compared to peer communities and National Recr(:ation &
Park Association (NRP A) recommendations. A facility-by-facility analysis is provid(:d below, including a
description of the level of service currently being provided. The recommended level of service standard,
including the reasoning behind the standard, is also provided. The Recreation and Parks Advisory
Board developed recommended level of service standards for recreation facilities based on a variety of
factors, including peer community comparisons, NRP A recommendations, PROST Plan Survey results,
User Group Survey results and knowledge of the community.
1. Soccer Fields
With a ratio of 1 soccer field per 6,332 people, Bozeman is providing a higher level of service
tllan tlle average of the peer communities (1 per 7,102) and the NRP A recommendation (1 per
10,(00).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 2,500 people
When compared to the NRP A recommendation, it appears that Bozeman is currently providing
a high level of service. Also, soccer fields w(:1:e not in tlle top 10 responses to the following
PROST Plan Survey questions: "Can you think of a recommendation to improve tlle City's
recreation opportunities and what additional recreational.faci!i~y would you lili;:e to see developed
in our community?" Howcv(:r, tl1e PROST Plan Survey did indicate tllat soccer fields are the 91h
most used facility in town. Comments from the User Group Survey indicate that additional
practice Jpacc is desperately needed. The 1 : 2,500 recommendation is for develop(:d soccer fields.
Additional large grassy areas for practice areas would be in addition to the 1 : 2,500 ratio. More
general purpose grassy arcas for soccer practice would help free up Bronken for matchcs and
tournament play. Notc: Additional soccer fields can also be used for otller sports such as
football, lacrosse, ultimate frisb(:e, rugby and field hockey. Bronk(:n Park should be expanded to
accommodate matches and tournament play.
The NRP A recommends that soccer fields have a 1-2 mile service radius. As shown on Figure
13, the 2-mile radius service areas for tllC City's soccer fields are heavily concentrated at tlle west
end of town. To maxinUze the level of service provided to Bozeman's residcnts, based on thc
servicc area location, additional soccer fields should be constructed in the nortlleast, southwest,
and southeast quadrants of town.
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With a ratio of 1 football field pcr 15,830 people, HO?,;cman is providing a higher level of service
than the average of the peer communities (1 per 18,789) but a lesser level of scrvice tllan
recommended by the NRP A (1 per 10,000).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 8,000
Bozeman football consists primarily of the Lion's Club midget football. According to their User
Group Survey, they need two more football fields to accommodate their current users (Bozeman
only has 2 existing at Christie Fields). Therefore, it appears that 4 football fields are needed now
to meet the current nced - 31,660/4 ::: 7,915 (rounded up to 8,0(0). According to the PROST
Plan Survey, football fields were tlle 14th most used facility in town. Two multi-pmpose ballfields .
are proposed for the softball outfields at tlle regional park, similar to the use at Christie Fields.
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Table 7-9: Recreation Facilities - Bozeman and Peer Communities
City Fort Collins, CO Boulder, CO Loveland, CO Greeley, CO Boise,ID Billings, MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, WA Bellingham, W A Redmond, WA! Average of Other Bozeman, MT NRPA3
Population 126,848 107,340 50,608 77,000 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,6602 Recommendation
Soccer Fields
Size Undetermined 0 0 29 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3.1 0
50 yds X 80 yds or less 19 3 0 0 0 18 3 26 7 0 7.6 0
65 yds X 100 yds or more 16 11 0 0 44 10 4 12 0 0 9.7 5
Total 35 14 29 0 44 28 7 38 .., 2 20.4 5
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Soccer Fields/Population 1 : 3,624 1: 7,667 1: 1,745 None 1 : 4,545 1 : 3,500 1 : 8,151 1 : 3,079 1 : 9,596 1 : 22,010 i 1: 7,102 1 : 6,332 1 : 10,000
Football Fields BB/SB outfields I
150 ft X 240 ft or less 11 0 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 I 3.3 2
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160 ft X 360 ft or more 0 0 0 0 9 8 1 2 4 0 2.4 0
Total 11 0 0 5 9 16 7 2 ~ 0 ; 5.7 2
Football Fields/Population 1 : 11,532 None None 1 : 15,400 1 : 22,219 1: 6,125 1 : 8,151 1: 58,500 1:9,5% None 1 : 18,789 1: 15,830 1 : 10,000
Softball & Baseball Fields ,I
Size Undetermined 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 2.3 4 fast pitch fields
Field w/o fence and w/o lights 20 7 0 0 0 3 0 29 17 0 I 7.6 0
Backstop only and turf infield 0 public schools only 7 10 0 0 0 1 12 0 3.0 0
200-249 ft centerfield w / lights 0 3 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 I 0.6 0
200-249 ft centerfield w /0 lights 0 5 0 0 23 27 12 0 0 0 6.7 4
250-299 ft centerfield w / lights 0 7 0 5 0 0 0 3 2 0 I 1.7 4
250-299 ft centerfield w /0 lights 19 0 0 0 0 0 8 4 2 0 3.3 2
300-359 ft centerfield w / lights 9 1 0 1 0 5 2 6 5 1 3.0 1
300-359 ft centerfield w / 0 lights 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 3 3 0 i 1.5 0
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360 ft or larger centerfield w/ lights 3 0 0 1 6 1 0 0 1 0 1.2 0
360 ft or larger centerfield w /0 lights 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 3 0 0.7 0
Total 51 23 22 17 33 47 22 47 45 9 31.6 15 1: 12,000 baseball
Softball & Baseball Fields/Population 1 : 2,487 1 : 4,667 1 : 2,300 1 : 4,529 1 : 6,060 1 : 2,085 1 : 2,594 1 : 2,489 1: 4,923 1 : 4,891 1: 3,703 1: 2,111 1 : 5,000 softball
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Full-size w / lights 3 (I 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.8 0
Full-size w/o lights 18 12 3 9 26 5 7 14 40 0 13.4 5
Half-size w/ lights 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 f)
Half-size w /0 lights 0 0 0 0 1 6 6 4 3 0 2.0 1
Total 21 12 6 11 ?~ 11 13 18 43 0 16.2 6
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Outdoor Basketball Courts /Population 1 : 6,040 1 : 8,945 1 : 8,435 1: 7,000 1: 7,406 1: 8,909 1 : 4,389 1 : 6,500 1 : 1,562 None 1 : 6,577 1 : 5,277 1 : 5,000
City-Operated Gymnasiums
Full size City gymnasiums 2 3 2 1 1 0 0 4 1 1 1.5 0
City-Operated Gymnasiums/Population 1 : 63,424 1: 35,730 1: 25,304 1: 77,000 1 : 199,975 None None 1 : 29,250 1: 67,171 1 : 44,020 1 1 : 67,734 None N/A
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\'\7ith lights 25 4 18 12 0 0 3 9 0 0 7.1 0
Without lights 16 32 3 6 62 25 28 20 38 11 I 24.1 5
Total 41 36 21 18 62 ')- 31 29 38 11 31.2 :>
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Tennis Courts/Population 1 : 3,094 1 : 2,982 1 : 2,410 1 : 4,278 1: 3,225 1 : 3,920 1: 1,841 1 : 4,035 1: 1,768 1 : 4,002 1 : 3,156 1 : 6,332 1 : 2,000
'This data was collected in March 2004 0' EDAIr: the consultants who prepared the AJaster Parks and Recreation Plan for the Greater Missoula Area, and is reprinted bere with permission from tbe Ci!J' f!fMissoula.
2jjozeman population estimates from 2004 were used.
Jl\iational Park and Recreation Association.
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Table 7-9: Recreation Facilities - Bozeman and Peer Communities
City Fort Collins, CO Boulder, CO Loveland, CO Greeley, CO Boise, l!> Billings,. MT Missoula, MT Bellevue, WA Bellingham, W A Redmond, WA Average of Other Bozeman, MT NRPA
Population 126,848 107,340 50,608 77,000 199,975 98,000 57,057 117,000 67,171 44,020 Communities 31,6601 Recommendation
Swimming Pools
Indoor 25-m or yd 2 data unavailable 1 1 0 4 0 1 2 1 1.3 0
Outdoor 25-m or yd 0 data urulvailable 1 2 3 2 1 0 2 0 1.2 1
Indoor 50-m or yd 1 data UruI vailable 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0.3 0
Outdoor 50-m or yd 0 data ulliIvailable 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0.3 0
Indoor aquatic center/leisure pool 0 data unavailable 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0.3 1
Outdoor aquatic center/leisure pool 1 data una vaila ble 1 3 0 1 (, tmy wading pools 0 0 0 0.7 0
Total 4 data una \'aila ble 3 8 4 9 8 2 5 1 4.1 '"
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Swimmme Pools/Population 1: 31,712 data unavailable 1 : 16,869 1 : 19,250 1: 49,994 1 : 10,889 1 ; 28,529 1 ; 58,500 1 : 13,434 1: 44,020 1 : 30,355 1 : 15,830 1 : 20,000
Ice Rinks
Ice Rinks 2 0 0 0 0 '" 1 0 1 0 0.6 4
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Ice Rinks/Population 1 : 63,424 None None None None 1 : 49,000 1: 57,057 None 1: 67,171 None 1 : 59,163 1 : 7,915 N/A
Skateboard Parks
Skateboard Parks 3 1 1 3 3 1 0 1 1 1 1.5 1
Skateboard Parks /Population 1 : 42,283 1 : 107,340 1 : 50,608 1 : 25,667 1 : 66,658 1 : 98,000 None 1: 117,000 1 : 67,171 1 : 44,020 1 : 68,750 1: 31,660 N/A
Inline Hockey Rinks
Inline Hockey Rinks 1 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0.6 0
Inline Hockev Rinks/Population 1: 126,848 1 : 53,670 1: 50,608 1: 77,000 None 1 : 98,000 None None None None 1 : 81,225 None N/A
Dog Parks
Dog Parks 2 4 1 1 5 0 1 2 0 1 1.7 2
Do~ Parks/Population 1 : 63,424 1 ; 26,835 1 : 50,608 1: 77,000 1: 39,995 1 : 98,000 1: 57,057 1 : 58,500 None 1 : 44,020 1: 57,271 1 : 15,830 N/A
Disc Golf I
Disc Golf Courses I 1 2 1 1 1 Il 0 0 1 1 0.8 0
Disc Golf Courses /Population 1: 126,848 1 : 53,670 1 : 50,608 1: 77,000 1: 199,975 None None None 1: 67,171 1 : 44,020 1 : 78,874 None N/A
Volleyball
Volleyball Courts 2 13 4 3 6 2 15 8 1 1 5.5 4
V ollevball Courts/Population 1 : 63,424 1 : 8,257 1 : 12,652 1 : 25,667 1 : 8,332 1 : 49,000 1 : 3,804 1 : 14,625 1: 67,171 1 : 44,020 1 : 29,695 1 : 7,915 1 : 5,000
BMX Park
BMX Park 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0.3 1
BMX Parks/Population 1: 126,848 None None None 1: 199,975 None None 1: 117,000 None None 1: 147,941 1: 31,660 N/A
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The NRP A recomnH~nds that the service area for football fields be based upon a 15 to ,10
minute travel time. A 15 to 30 minute travel time would cover the entire Citv.
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Softball/Baseball Fields
With a ratio of 1 softball/baseball field per 2,111 people, Bozeman is providing a higher level of
service than the average of the peer communities (1 per 3,7(3) and the NRP A recommendation
(1 per 12,000 for baseball and 1 per 5,000 for softball).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 2,500
Based on the PROST Plan Survey and the User Group Survey, it appears that Bozeman is
currently providing a high level of service for practice and games fields for softball and baseball.
According to the survey, baseball fields and softball fields were the 11th and 12th most used
facilities in town respectively. The Gallatin Valley Softball Association indicated that they will
need 2 rnme fields to SCl"ve their members within the next 10 years. Four fields are planned at
the regional park.
The NRP A recommends that baseball/softball fields have a % to 12 mile service radius. As
shown on Figure 14, the liz-mile radius service areas for the City's baseball/ softball fields arc
currently not adequately serving the City. To maximize the level of service provided to
Bozeman's residents, based on the service area location, additional baseball/softball fields
should be constructed whenever an opportunity arises.
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Outdoor Basketball Courts
With a ratio of 1 court per 5,277 people, Bozeman is providing a slightly higher level of service
than the average of the peer communities (1 per 6,577) but a slightly lesser level of service than
recommended by the NRP A (1 per 5,(00).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 4,000
Based on the PROST Plan Survey and the lJser Group Survey, it appears that Bozenun is
currently providing a high level of service for basketball courts. The RP An was comfortable
with the NRP A reconlmendation of 1 : 5,000 which is close to our current level of service.
However, the RP AB ultimately felt that tllere was slightly more demand in tlle community than
would be met at a ratio of 1 : 5,000. If a community center was ever constt:tlcted, it would likc.:ly
provide indoor basketball facilities.
The NRP A recommends tllat basketball courts have a % to Iii mile service radius. As shown on
Figure 15, tlle Ih-milc radius service areas for the City's basketball courts are currently not
adequately serving the City. To maximize the level of service provided to Bozeman's residents,
based on tlle service area location, additional basketball courts should be constructed whenever
an opportunity arises.
5. City-Operated Gymnasium
Without a City-operated gvmnasium, Bozeman is not providing any service. The average level
of service of the peer communities is 1 per 67,734. The NRPA does not have a
recomrnendation for level of service for City-operated gymnasiums.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 50,000
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In the PROST Plan Survey, Indoor Recreation Center was the 5th most frequently mentioned
response for the following '-luestion: "What additional recreational fad/itv would you lil\:e to see
developed in our community?" Bozeman's population is pwjected to reach 50,UUU between
201 U and 2015, which would provide some time to plan and budget for an Indoor Recreation
Center.
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With a ratio of 1 tennis court per 6,332 people, Bozeman is providing a level of service that is
significantly less than the average of the peer communities (1 per 3,15G) and tlle NRP A
recommendation (1 per 2,(00).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 2,000
In tlle PROST Plan Survey, tennis courts were the 4th most frequently mentioned response for
the following c.luestion: What additional recreational faci/i!)! would you like to see developed in
our community? More/better tennis coutts was the 3rd most frequently mentioned response to
the following question: Can you think of a recommendation to impwve the City's recreation
opportunities? Finally, tennis courts were the 1 (J'h most used facility in town. We did receive
User Group Surveys from the Bozeman B-League Tennis and the Bozeman Tennis Association.
Both use the Chief Joseph Middle School courts, and the BTA also uses the Southside Park
courts and the courts at the Anderson Tennis Center at MSU. B-Lea&,'llC uses 4-() courts to run
their program. There is concern regarding the community's ability to meet demand for tennis
courts if the school district and University's courts were not available to the public. It should be
noted that two of tlle courts at Chief Joseph Middle School, while not located on City property,
were constructed using Bureau of Outdoor Recreation funds and are available for use by the
public.
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The NRP A recommends that tennis courts have a % to '/:.> 111ile service radius. As shown on
Pigure 1 G, the %-mile radius service areas for the City's tennis courts are currently not
adequately serving the City. To maximize the level of service provided to Bozeman's residents,
based on the service area location, additional tennis courts should be constructed whenever an
opportunity arises.
7. Swimming Pools
With a ratio of 1 pool per 15,H30 people, Bozeman is providing a higher level of service than the
average of the peer communities (1 per 30,355) and the NRP A recommendation (1 per 2U,OUO).
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 10,000
In our fitness-oriented community there seems to be a lot of interest in switmning. In the
PROST Plan Survey, More/better pool facilities was tlle 7tll most freguently mentioned
response to the following question: "Can you dlink of a recommendation to improve the City's
recreation opportunities?" Swirruning was the 4th most frequently mentioned response to this
question: "Below is a list of recreational at/it'die.. m'ailable itl tlle City; please check ::; of these
activities which are most important to members of your household." Swimming pools were the
5'h most used facility itl town and the 3rJ most popular response to: "What additional recreational
faci/it)! would YOll like to see developed itl our community?" Finally, swimming pools were dle 4th
most often mentioned response to: "In your opinion, what recreation activit), and related jiui/itv
should be tlle highest priority for the City?"
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lJ ser Group Surveys were returned by the Bozeman Barracudas Swim Club, the Bozeman
Masters Swim Club and the Bozeman Stingrays. Basically, the City's pools do 110t meet modern
aquatic or swim competition standards. All three groups basically want a new aquatic center to
better accommodate competitions and practices. Also, there is not ad<:quate time available at the
Swim Center for their group activities.
Swimming repres<:nts a popular recreational activity for aging residents of the community. As
Bozeman's population ages, the need for ad<:quate low-impact rect<:atioll and ex<:rcise
opportunities, such as swinuning, will increase.
The NRPA recommends that the service area for swimming pools be based upon a 15 to 30
minute travel time. A 15 to 30 minute travel time would cov<:r the entire City. Howevet, both
of the City's existing swimming pools are located east of North 19'h Avet;uc. If and when
additional pools are constmcted, consideration should be given to constmcting them w<:st of
North 19'h Avenue.
H. Ice Rinks
With a ratio of 1 rink per 7,915 people, Bozeman is providing an excellent level of service wh<:n
compared to the peer communities (1 pet 59,1(3). The NRPA does not have a recommendation
for level of service for ice rinks.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 10,000
Ice skating was the 8th most in1portant recreational activity for Boz<:man households according
to the PROST Plan Survey. Also, ice rinks were tile 8th most frequently used recreational facility.
However, it seems that Bozeman has adequate outdoor ice rinks available at this time. The
Bozeman Amateur l-Iockey Association did complete a User Group Survey, and indicated that
dle)' use the Haynes Pavilion at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds. However, they stated that
dleir groups needs a dependable ice smface and r<:commended a refrig<:tatcd ice surface at
Bogert or one of the schools. A second indoor ice rink at tile Fairgrounds is ptopos<:d. They
also indicated a need for water, sewer, phone, power, locker rooms and a viewing/ s<:ating area.
The NRPA does not provide a service area recommendation for ice rinks. However, all of the
City's existing ice rinks are located east of North 7'h Avenue. If and when additional ice l;nks arc
constructed, consideration should be given to locating dlem on the west side of the City.
9. Skateboard Parks
With a ratio of 1 skateboard park for 31,660 people, 1'oz<:111a11 is providing an excellent level of
service when compared to the peer communities (1 per 68,750). The NRPA does not have a
recommendation fot level of seJTice for skateboard parks.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 30,000
Bozeman currently has one very nice skatepark. While the existing park is well-used by a small
percentage of the City's population, the population is comprised largely of teenagers. Therefore,
this facility provides important recreation opportunities for this age f:,tJ:cmp. It's likely that
Bozeman will need an additional park in the future. In fact, there are plans to include a
skatepark in the regional parle
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lnline Hockey Rink - \Xi'ithout a City-operated inline hockey rink, Bozeman is not providing
any service. The average level of service of the peer conununities is 1 per H 1,225. The NRP A
does not have a recomrnendation for level of service for City-operated gymnasium.s. There is no
community demand for this facility so no recommended level of service standards is provided.
11. Dog Park
Wid1 a ratio of 1 dog park per 15,830 people, Bozeman is providing an excellent level of service
when compared to the peer communities (1 per 57,271). The NRP A does not have a
recommendation for level of service for skateboard parks.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - Create off-leash dog areas when and where
opportunities arise.
According to the PROST Plan Survey, dog parks are the 6th most used recreation facility in the
City. Bozeman is obviously a dog-crazed community so it make sense to have places people and
their dogs can recreate toged1er. Instead of establishing a level of service standard, the RP AB
chose to recommend that the City try to fence off portions of new or existing parks to establish
off-leash areas when and where opportunities arise. The "Snowfill" site off of McIllhattan Road
is an example of a good location for a dog park. The NRP A does not provide a service area
reco11Unendation for dog parks.
12. Disc Golf
WidlOUt a disc golf course, Bozeman is not providing any service. The average level of se1\Tice
of the peer communities is 1 per 78,874. The NRPA does not have a recommendation for level
of service for City-operated gymnasiums. It should be noted that there is a lot of community
demand for this ty1x~ of facility.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 30,000
According to d1t' PROST Plan Survey, disc golf was the 12'1> most popular recreational activity.
Disc golf was the 6th most numerous response to this question: Can VOU think of a
recommendation to in1prove d1e City's recreation opportunities? The City needs a (lisc golf
course NOW to meet current demand, and efforts arc underway to install a course at Rose Park.
The NRPA docs not provide a service area recommendation for disc golf courses.
1.1 . Volleyball
Wid1 a ratio of 1 volleyball court per 7,915 people, Bozeman is providing a higher level of
service than the average of the peer communities (1 per 29,6()5) but a lesser level of service than
recommended by tlle NRPJ\ (1 per 5,000).
Recommended Level of Service Standard -1: 5,000
The City's existing volleyball courts are outdoor courts at the Bozeman Ponds and East Gallatin
Recreation Area. According to d1e PROST Plan Survey, there does not seem to be a lot of
demand for volleyball. However, outdoor volleyball courts are relatively inexpensive to set up
and maintain. Scvetal parks arc planned (such as Cattail Lake) where there will probably be
good oppol:tunities to install some 1110rc outdoor courts. A City-operated gym could offer
indoor volleyball. The NRP A recommends that volleyball courts have a '/4 tuln mile service
radius. As shown 011 Figure 17, the '/i.-mile radius service areas for the City's volleyball courts
are currently not adequately serving d1e City. To maxinUze the level of service provided to
Bozeman's residents, based on the service area location, additional volleyball courts should be
constructed whenever an opportunity arises.
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14. BMX Parks
With a ratio of 1 BJ\1X park for 31,660 people, Bozeman is providing an excellent level of
service when compared to the peer communities (1 per 147,941). The NRPA does not have a
recommendation for level of service for BJ\1X parks.
Recommended Level of Service Standard - 1 : 30,000
Bozeman currently has one developed BMX track at Westlake Park, and additional
improvements to the facility are being planned. While tlle existing park is well-used by a small
percentage of tlle City's population, the population is comprised largely of teenagers. Therefore,
this facility provides important recreation opportunities for this age group. 1 t's likely that
Bozeman will need an additional park in the fUhue, but there are more-pressing facility needs.
Appendix F contains NRP A recommendations for recreational facilities including: space requirements;
size and dimensions; orientation; units per population; service area; and location.
7.5.2 Assessment of Future Recreation Facility Needs
Table 7-10 provides an assessment of Bo:zeman's recreation facility needs, based on the service
standards described above, for the years 2010, 2015, 2020 and 2025. This table illustrates that Bo:zeman
is currently in need of a few more football fields, basketball courts and volleyball courts. The City is also
currently in need of an additional swimming facility. However, the greatest current recreation facility
need is for additional tennis courts and soccer fields. Any development of new parks, or improvement
of existing parks, should be thoroughly examined for opportunities to add these needed facilities,
especially the development of new tennis courts and soccer fields.
Table 7-10: Assessment of Future Recreation Facility Needs
Facility / Service Existing 2006 2010 2015 2020 2025
Activity Standard Facilities (35,750 pop) (42,700 pop) (54,500 pop) (69,500 pop) (88,700 pop)
Soccer 1 : 2,500 5 14 17 21 27 35
Pootball 1 : 8,000 2 4 5 6 8 11
Baseball/ softball 1 : 2,500 15 14 17 21 27 35
Baskctball 1 : 4,000 (, 8 10 L1 17 'l'l
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Swimming pools 1 : lO,OOO 2 3 4 5 (, 8
Je", rinks 1 : 1O,OOU 4 3 4 5 6 H
Skat'eboard park 1 : 30,000 1 1 1 1 :2 :2
Disc golf 1 : 30,nOn 1 1 1 1 2 2
Volleyball 1 : 5,000 5 7 H 10 13 17
BMX park 1 : 30,000 1 1 1 1 :2 2
7.6 PARK AND TRAIL AMENITIES
As stated previously, LOS standards are very good for determining how much, but they are not
effective for evaluating quality. This section focuses on the amenities tllat make recreational lands and
facilities safe, functional and enjoyable. The Recreation and Parks Advisory Board has established the
following lists of basic amenities needed to ensure tlle provision of high quality recreational lands and
facilities.
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When evaluating proposed new park plans, and proposed amendments to existing park plans,
consideration should be given to the provision of these amenities. Further, these amenities should be
added to new and existing parks as funding is available.
Mini Parks
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Fencing
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All parks should include sit-,>11age to increase visibility and accessibility, and make the public feel more
welcome. Trails should also have signage and totems to facilitate use and promote safety. The location
for signage should be included on all park plans, and comply with the signage requirements presented in
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7.7 TRAILS
There are no NRP A recommendations for miles of trail per 1,000 population. Therefore, trail mileage
in peer communities was examined to evaluate the level of selvice currently being provided in Bozeman.
As illustrated in Table 7-11, Bozeman is providing an excellent level of se1\Tice for the provision of trails
with 1.34 miles of trail per 1,000 people. The average miles of trail for the peer communities were O.SS
miles per 1,000 people. Of the peer conununities, only Boulder, Colorado is currently providing a
higher level of se1\Tice with 1.42 miles of trail per 1,ClOO people.
J\gain, the PROST Plan sUlvey revealed that of the 315 sUlvey respondents, 221 listed trails as one of
the recreational facilities that are most often used bv members of their household (70 percent of the
respondents) and 216 listed walking/hiking as one of the recreational activities that are most important
to tlle members of dIeir household (()9 percent of respondents). When asked to think of a
recommendation to improve the City's recreation opportunities, more and/or better trails was the most
fretluently listed response. When asked to list an additional recreational facility they would like to see
developed in our community, more and/or better trails was the 1110st frequently listed response. Finally,
when asked which recreation activity and related facility should be the highest priority for the City, more
and/ or better trails was the most often listed facility.
Table 7-11: Miles of Trails Level of Service - Bozeman and Peer Communities
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City Population Miles of Trail Miles of Trail Pcr 1,000
Billings, MT 98,721 23 0.23
Bozeman, MT 35,750 4S 1.34
Great Falls, MT 56,33S 36 0.64
Missoula, MT 64,OKl 63 1.02
Boulder, CO 01,Ml5 13U 1.42
Dcnver, CO 557,917 R5 0.15
Fort Collins, CO 12S,026 25 0.2
Loveland, CO 59,563 16 lJ.2'7
Boise, In 193,161 102 0.53
Coeur n'Alene, ID 40,059 14 0.35
Bellingham, W A 74,547 4S (l.(,
Redmond, W A 47,579 1'7 (l.3(,
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Therefore, while the City i~ doing an excellent job of providing trail~ for the City's residents, there is also
a tremendous amount of demand for additional trails. The City should seek to provide a slightly higher
level of service than i~ currently being provided witll 1.5 m.iles of trail per 1,000 people. Based on tlu~
recorrunended service standard, and the City's population projections, trails miles pet 1,000 people will
needed as follows: 2010 - 54 miles; 2015 - 64; 2020 -104; and 2025 - 133.
Trails are Uluque in that tlley are popular with all age groups. In particular, trail usage is high for aging
residents of the community and provides tlle City with an excellent means of encouraging setums to
remain active. As Bozeman'~ population ages, the need for adequate low-impact recreation and exercise
opportllluties, such as walking on trails, will increase.
In term~ of trail location, the City's trail system i~ fairly well distributed. A very important consideration
is the connection of trail segments to create longer and more usable trails for both recreation and
transportation uses.
In terms of trail user groups, the City's trail system adequately provides for walkers, runners/joggers and
cyclists. However, Nordic skiing is becoming increasingly popular in the Bozeman area and Nordic
skiers are increasingly becoming an inlportant user groups whose needs may not be met with the current
trail system and uail maintenance prob>-ram. Several areas for Nordic ~kiing already exist, including
Lindley Park, Bridger Creek Golf Course, Sourdough Creek, the "Snowfill" site:. However, additional
venues should be identified and developed in new developments as opportUluties arise. For example, the
Bridger Ski Foundation has been working closely with Bozeman Deaconess Health Services to establish
a Nordic ski trail system in the new development proposed by BDHS on the east side of town. Nordic
skiing is also proposed for the 100-acre Regional Park. In addition to trails, N mdic skiing entlmsiasts
also desire facilities for roller skiing for summer training. Roller ~kiing requires rolling terrain and a
smooth paved circuit free from heavy vehicle traffic. Again, tlle Bridger Ski Foundation and GVLT
have worked together to identify many possible future ski trails. Please refer to Appendix E.
The Park Division also maintains City trails that are not maintained by developers and/or property
owners. Therefore, the (liscussions regarding tlle level of service for Park Division luaintenance staff
(Section 7.4.1) and Park Division Budget (Section 7.4.3) would also apply to trails.
Finally, trail safety is of utmost concern. All trails, and trail-related improvements such as bridges,
should be constructed in compliance Witll the City's Desih'1l Guidelines contained in Appendix C. In
addition, tlle safety of trail and street crossings must be closely evaluated whenever such crossings are
proposed. Guidelines regarding safe trail and street Cto~Sil1g~ are presented in the Bozeman Area
Transportat.ion Plan.
7.8 RECREATION PROGRAMMING
The use of LOS standards is geared towards the evaluations of capital facilities, and tllerefore tlle use of
LOS standards to evaluate: the provision of recreation programs is challenging. The capital facility needs
of the City's recreation programs - such as swimming pools and a recreation center - have already been
analyzed earlier in tills chapter.
Of all tile recreational opportunities provided by the City of Bozeman, recreation programnllng will
need to be the most flexible and tumble in terms of meeting the needs of the City's citizenry. The shift
to a benefits-based paradigm of recreation proh>-ramming, as discussed in Chapter 4, will require that
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programs be added, removed or modified based on the ever-changing needs of our cornrnunitv. Of
course as our population grows, the number of prograrIls - and hence the number of staff, resources-
and facilities needed to provide those programs - is going to have to increase over time. The challenge
will lie in evaluating what benefits the City's residents desire to gain from recreational programs, and
determining which prot,l""fams will most effectively provide the desired benefits.
Traditionally, decisions and choices about recreation programming have relied upon informed judgment
and intuition. While a reliance upon these types of subjective sources will continue, they will be
augmented by the incorporation of mote objective data about the specific outcomes and benefits
accrued from such decisions and choices. The demand for some recreation programs is easy to assess.
For example, the number of children registered f(ir T-ball provides a good indication of the demand for
l' -ball, and the number of 1'-ba11 teams and coaches required. The demand for and benefits accrued
from other recreation programs may be lTlore nebulous. The Recreation Division should devise a
rigorous program of survey, evaluation and reconm1endation to ensure that our recreation programs arc
effectively and responsively addressing the need of the City's residents.
, Municipal &.rean'h ServiceJ Center o( IYt/Jhil{~t(lJl, Lwei of" Se17Jicc Standard.r: Mea.fure.r ji)r Mailltaillil{p' till' .Quali!l' or Commullltl' Li/e,
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CHAPTER 8
Policy Issues
8.0
INTRODUCTION
One important purpose of this document is to establish City policies regarding parks, recreation, open
spaces, and trails. The policy directives contained herein provide a basis for a variety of actions and
activities, including: evaluation of development proposals; preparation of regulatory requirements;
evaluation and prioritization for the expenditure of public funds for acquisition, development, and
maintenance; preparation of individual park plans; siting of new parks, recreation facilities, open spaces
and/ or trails; and decision-making regarding recreation progranuning.
8.1 WETLANDS
8.1.1 Overview
Wetlands can provide important functions such as flood control and aquifer recharge, as well as
important values such as wildlife habitat and open space. It is also recognized that wetlands can provide
recreational benefits, especially for activities such as hiking, bird-watching and visual enjoyment.
Therefore, the protection and preservation of wetlands is encouraged by the City of Bo:zeman, and many
wetlands are protected by a myriad of federal, state and local regulations. Any particular wetland's ability
to provide beneficial functions and values depends largely on the quality of the wetland, with quality
being determined by a variety of factors such as size, location, water source, and degree of disturbance.
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The City has established the position that inclusion of wetlands within a park may be acceptable, and in
some cases desirable. There are three basic options regarding wetlands and their relationship to parks .
and parldand. The fIrst is to waive tlle parldand land dedication or cash-in-lieu requirements for wetland
areas. State law allows the City Commission to consider waiving land dedication or cash-in-lieu
requirements if "the proposed development provides long-term protection of critical wildlife habitat;
cultural, historical, archeological or natural resources; agricultural interests; or aesthetic values." Witll
this waiver, the wetlands area would not be dedicated to the City as parkland but would be owned by the
developer, property owners association, or other entity such as a land trust or conservation organization.
With the second option, the City would actually accept the wetland area as a parkland land dedication to
be owned by the public. The fmal option is to not grant parkland land dedication or cash-in-lieu waivers
for wetland areas or accept tlle land as a parkland dedication to the City.
Even though wetlands arc left in a natural state, some maintenance (such as weed control) of these areas
will be required. In some instances the City will be willing and able to maintain wetland areas once a
Citywide park maintenance SID, or other similar funding mechanism, is developed. Otherwise, tlle
property owners association (or otller applicable group) would typically be responsibk for maintenance
based on an approved maintenance plan.
It would be possible to have a variety of wetland ownership and maintenance arrangements within one
development depending upon the size of the development, and size, location and quality of the wetlands
involved.
8.1.2 Policy Statement
The City will consider granting parkland land dedication or cash-in-lieu waivers for wetland areas or
accepting the land as a parldand dedication to dIe City on a case-by-case basis. J f a wetlands is truly
"critical" in terms of functions and values, the proposal may have merit. The City will also make
decisions regarding maintenance on a case-by-case basis.
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If the waiver is granted or a land dedication accepted, it should be subject to dIe following stipulations:
1. The intent to request the waiver or dedicate land must be stated with the subdivision
preapplication or concept plan.
2. The waiver must be requested with the preliminary plat or plan application, or the preliminary
plat or plan must indicate wedand areas proposed for land dedication.
3. With the preliminary plat or plan, the developer must provide evidence from a qualified person
or agency stating that the area proposed for protection is indeed critical in order for the proposal
to be considered.
4. With the preliminary plat or plan, tlle developer must provide an evaluation of the future
maintenance requirements for the wetland(s) and a preliminary maintenance plan, both prepared
by a qualified person or agency.
5. The proposal must be reviewed by, and receive a favorable recommendation from, the RPAB
and Bozeman Wetlands Review Board.
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If City Commission agrees to grant the waiver or accept the land dedication, tlle Commission
may request that amenities such as benches, trails and interpretive signage be installed. If these
sorts of amenities will be installed, public access must be provided.
Odlers as needed.
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These same principles would apply to resources other than wedands such as: critical wildlife habitat;
cultural, historical or natural resources; agricultural interests; or aesthetic values, as provided for in 76-3~
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8.2 PONDS AND LAKES
8.2.1 Overview
There are several locations in the planning area that contain waterbodies of varying size and quality. It is
recognized dlat these water features could provide unique water-related J:ecreation opportunities such as
swimrning, boating, fishing and beaches. These are the sorts of recreational activities currendy provided
at dle very popular Bozeman Pond and East Gallatin Recreation Area. The primary issues related to
ponds and lakes are whedler parldand land dedication or cash-in-lieu requirements would be waived,
whether the watcrbody would be dedicated to the City, and assignment of maintcnance responsibility.
8.2.2 Policy Statement
It is dIe City's policy that such waterbodies, if they are of a sizc and quality to provide recreational
opportunities, should be dedicated to the City. As such, dle City will be responsible for maintenance
once a Citywide park maintenance SID, or odlcr similar funding mechanism, is developed. Otherwise,
the property owners association (or other applicable group) would typically be responsible for
maintenance based on an approved maintenance plan.
If a waterbody is proposed for dedication to the City, the proposal is subject to dle following
stipulations:
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The intent to dedicate dle waterbody must be stated with dIe subdivision prcapplication or
concept plan.
The dedication of dle waterbody must be shown on the preliminary plat or plan.
With the preliminary plat or plan, the applicant shall provide documentation that the lake or
pond is suitable for public recreation. A report by a qualified professional (engineer/hydrologist)
providing assurance dlat water quality, that is safe for swimming, byaking, etc., will be
maintained. If mechanical or natural improvements, such as aeration or created wedands, will be
needed to maintain water quality, details must be provided as to their specifications, cost
estimates, party responsible for installation and maintenance, and time frame for installation.
With the preliminary plat or plan, the developcr must provide an evaluation of the future
m.aintenance requirements for the lake or pond and a preliminary maintenance plan, both
prepared by a qualified person or agency.
Public access to dle entire shore of the lake or pond must be ensured, subject to environmental
constraints. Adequate public parking must be provided.
Adequate access and equipment for emergency response will be provided, typically including an
all~weather emergency access road and a parku1.g area of sufficient size to accommodate several
emergency vehicles.
Drainage plans must be designed to adequately protect and maintain the water quality of the
pond or lake.
Motorized recreation will be prohibited.
The area of dle waterbody, for parldand dedication purposes, will be measured from the high
water mark.
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10. The proposal must be reviewed by, and receive a favorable recommendation from, the RPAn.
If appropriate, the City Commission may request that ameni6es such as trails, public restrooms,
boat launches, benches, etc. be installed with public access provided. Public access easements
should be provided if nceckd.
12. Others as needed.
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8.3 WATERCOURSE SETBACKS
8.3.1 Ovetview
T'he City of Bozeman requires the proVISIon of watercourse setbacks for all rivers, streams and
stream/ ditch combinations in the City. The purpose of the setbacks is bank stabilization; sediment,
nutrient and pollution removal; and flood control. The width of the setback is variable depending upon
the watercourse, the presence of adjacent slopes or wetlands, and the extent of adjoining floodplain.
The watercourse setbacks are, by their very nature, attractive for use for a variety of recrea60nal
activities. However, it is recognized that use of watercourse setbacks for recreational facili6es - such as
trails - may not be compatible with the primary function of the setbacks; use of the setbacks could
increase issues of erosion, spread of noxious weeds, destruction of vegetation, and disposition of waste
and garbage. In fact, the City's development reb'1llations seck to restrict recrea60nal use of the setbacks
by largely limi6ng trail construction to the 40 percent of the required watercourse setback that is farthest
from the watercourse (please see Section 18.42.100.n.5, Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance).
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8.3.2 Policy Statement
Due to the inherent conflicts hetween water quality protection issues and recreation ac1:1vl1:les, It IS
current City policy to not allow watercourse setbacks to be used to satisfy parldand land dedication
requirements. However, the City will allow watercourse setback be dedicated to the City as parldand if
part of a larger park area. The City also does allow a cash donation in-lieu of land dedication cre.:dit for
the cost of constructing recreational trails if public access is provided. A public access easement of at
least 25 feet is typically provided. Finally, the City also allows developers to count their watercourse
setbacks as open space to satisfy the performance point requirements for planned unit developments.
It is the City's intent to continue with dle current policy. The Unified Development Ordinance should
be amended to formalize this policy.
8.4 CASH-IN-L1EU OF PARKLAND DEDICATION PROPOSALS
8.4.1 Overview
State law requires that develope.:rs provide land for parks or a cash equivalent, known as cash-in-lieu of
parldand. In the past, dcvelope.:rs have typically provided land with few requests to provide cash-in-lieu.
However, in recent years, the City has been presented with increasingly frequent cash-in-lieu proposals
with no policies or criteria in place to adequately evaluate these proposals. The issues related to cash-in-
lie.:u proposals arc many and varied, and include the following:
8.4.2 Valuation
State law specifies that the value of cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication must be based upon the value of
the ul1subdivided and unimproved land. AldlOugh the City does require dlat the value be based upon
the annexed and zoned value of the land, dle cash-in-lieu amount is never equivalent to the actual value
of the land. Therefore, getting the land instead of money is almost always a better deal.
The issue of avoided costs is also a factor. When a developer dedicates parldand, it must meet the
minimum requirements for improvements contained in the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance
(irrigation system, seeding, sidewalks, street trees, etc.). Cash-in-lieu has no similar expense attached.
This makes cash-in-lieu automatically a better deal for the developer and results in loss of value to the
City.
The larger issue is relate.:d to the determination of fair market value. State law does not specify the
procedure for calculating fair market value.:. Instead, dle City has developed its own system whereby the
developer provides an appraisal of the fair market value by a certifie.:d real estate appraiser of their
choosing. The current system yields unpre.:dictable and inequitable results with values ranging from
project to project.
Odler non-specific factors influence the value of land and hence impact appraisals. For instance,
proxitnity to existing water and sewer infrastructure would make land more valuable for development
but it is unclear whether it would be considered in determining a cash-in-lieu value. Sinlilarly, are the
cash-in-lieu appraisals based upon the least developable parts of a tract (wedands, steep slopes, etc.), dle
most developable parts of a tract, or an average of the entire property? The current system lacks the
specificity required to ensure that the City is receiving a fair value.
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Until state law is changed, and/or a better local system of valuing land for cash-in-liell proposals is
achieved, cash-in-lieu requests will be regarded by the City only as a last resort. This stance limits the
City's ability to meet the recreational needs of the community, and is also unfair to the development
community as there are often legitimate reasons to propose cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication. A new
system for determining the amount of cash-in-lieu payments should be developed. The new system
should be based on a fixed per acre amount - that is agreeable to both the City and tile development
community - to increase the predictability of the process and allow the evaluation of cash-in-lieu
proposals based upon tIlerr merits. The per acre amount would be subject to periodic review and
adjustment.
8.4.3 Cash-in-Lieu Criteria
Proximity to Existing Parkland. Arguments for cash-in-lieu proposals often invoke the issue of
proximity to existing parkland; additional parldand is not needed since tile subject development is close
to an existing park. In some instances this argument has merit and a cash-in-lieu proposal may make
sense. However, decisions based on proximity arguments must abo consider the type of exist.ing park
and the needs of the area, in terms of the type and locat.ion for parks, as determined by this plan. For
example, a new development may be near an existing special use skatepark. A park may still be needed
in tile new development to satisfy the non-skate recreational needs of its future residents.
In addition, adjacency to existing parks may provide unique opportunities to aggregate and consolidate
parldand into larger and more useful parks.
Size of Land Available for Parkland. When only small pieces of parkland are available it may be
preferable to get the cash-in-lieu. However, these small parcels might make perfect mini parks if need is
demonstrated by tIus plan. Again, tIus document will influence not only where parks are needed, but
how parks should be developed (i.e., playground equipment vs ball fields). Cash-in-lieu decisions will
need to consider tile size of the land available for a park witIlin the context of whether a park is needed
in the area, and if so what type of park is needed.
Housing Density /Infill Projects. At some point residential dwelling unit density becomes a factor
because a high-density project could have more UlutS, thus more parkland requirement, t.han land
available to dedicate. This situation occurs frequently with infill projects. Cash-in-lieu may be tile only
option in some cases. TlUs must be balanced with the need to provide recreational opportunities for all
residents. Lower-density development is characterized by lots with yards, whereas high-density lots
typically do not have large yards; high-density development may, in fact, have a greater need for
parkland than low-density.
Trail Connections. In some instances a development may not be appropriate for tile siting of a new
park, but land in the development could provide a key trail corridor connection. In these situations, the
trail connection should be obtained instead of cash-in-lieu.
Suitability Factors. Occasionally land will sinlply not be suitable for recreational uses and would
therefore not be appropriate for a park. The suitability may be diminished due to factors such as steep
slopes, extremely high groundwater (surface ponding), etc. In these cases, cash-in-lieu may be the only
viable alternative.
Service Area. State law states that cash-in-lieu funds can be spent only if the "park, recreational area,
open space, or conservation easement is within a reasonably close proximity to the proposed
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subdivision." The RP AB has determined that "reasonably close proximity" will be based upon the
service area of the park classification. For example, the service area of a neighborhood park is a %- to
V2-mile radius around the park, and the use of cash-in-lieu within this service area would be considered
to be within reasonably close proximity.
8.4.4 Policy Statement
In consideration of the issues outlined above, the City's policy regarding cash-in-lieu proposals is as
follows: The City will continue to discourage or reject cash-in-lieu proposals until the cash-in-lieu
valuation system is revised, except in situations involving high-density residential projects or
development of lands unsuitable for recreation lands where cash-in-lieu is the only option. Cash-in-lieu
proposals will be evaluated upon their merits with one or more of dIe following criteria being met:
1. The land is unsuitable for use as recreational lands due to physical constraints or dangerous
cltcumstances.
2. The subject property is within dIe service area of an existing park, AND dIe type, size and
location of the existing park meet the recreational needs of the residents of the subject property.
3. The size of the park parcel would meet only the mini-park standards, AND no mini-park is
needed to meet the recreational needs of the residents of the subject property.
4. The residential dwelling unit density of the project is such that no land is available for parkland.
5. Land in the development is not needed for trail connections.
(i. Other special circumstances unique to the subject property as determined by the RPAB.
In addition to these criteria, the potential for aggregating and consolidating parldand and the
opportunities for providing off-site parldand dedication will also be considered when evaluating cash-in-
lieu proposals. All proposals for cash-in-lieu of parldand dedication must be reviewed by, and receive a
favorable recommendation from, the RP AB.
8.5 PARKLAND DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS
8.5.1 Overview
In recent years, the City's development regulations have been revised to require the !:,rreatest amount of
parldand dedication, or cash-in-lieu thereof, allowable by state law. The greatest amount allowable is
0.03 acres per dwelling unit where density is known, which generally includes all residential zoning
districts except for R-4 (R.esidential High Density District) and R-O (Residential Office District). Where
dIe density is unknown, usually in the R-4 (Residential High Density) and R-O (Residential Office)
districts, the greatest amount allowable by state law is 11 percent of the area of the land proposed to be
subdivided into parcels.
Discussion regarding parkland dedication requirements has focused on whether the amount of parldand
dedication required in Bozeman is greater than needed to meet the needs of the City's residents now and
into the future.
8.5.2 Analysis
At the end of 2005, Bm:eman had approximately 1H.7 acres of park for every 1,000 City residents.
According to Table H-1, Bozeman's park acres per 1,000 population is the same as dIe average of 1H.7
acres per 1,000 population for 5 of Montana's largest and fastest growing cities (Billings, Bozeman,
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Helena, Kalispell and Missoula). Therefore, the amount of parkland in dle Bozeman, and the amount of
parkland dedication required in Bozeman, is consistent with odler similar cities in Montana. .
Table 8-1: Peer Communities Park Aeres per 1,000 Population
City Park Acres Population Estimate Park/l,OOO Population
Fort Collins, CO 800 (2006) 118,652 (2004) 6.7
Boulder, CO 1,000 (2006) 94,673 (2004) 10.6
Greelev, CO 647 (2006) 76,930 (2004) 8.4
Loveland, CO 447 (2006) 50,608 (2004) 8.8
Boise, ID 1,930 (2004) 211,672 (2002) 9.1
Coeur D'j\Jene, ID 409 (2006) 34,514 (2006) 11.9
Billings, tIT 2,596 (2006) 96,977 (2004) 26.8
Bozeman, MT 667 (2005) 35,750 (2005) 18.7
Helena, MT 440 (200G) 27,196 (2004) 16.2
Kalispell, tIT 336 (2006) 17,000 (2004) 19.8
Missoula, J\IT 75n (2005) (,1,79{) (2004) 12.1
Bcllcvue, W A 650 (2006) 117,000 (2002) 5.6
Olvmpia, W1\ 700 (2006) 42,514 (2005) 16.5
Redmond, Wi\ 1,000 (2006) 47,GOO (2005) 21.0
Walla Walla, W A 600 (2006) 29,686 (2005) 20.2
Average 864 70,837 14.2
A~erage of Montana cities 954 47,743 18.7
S oum: OJficial web .rite.rfor eadl dly.
T'able 8-2 shows the park acres per 1,000 population for some of the largest cities in the US. It is
interesting to note that the average park acres per 1,000 population for these large cities is 6.8, which is
considerably less than the average park acres per 1,000 population of 14.2 for the regional peer
communities shown in Table 8-1. This is likely attributable to the fact the large cities have less
opportunity to urbanize undeveloped land and hence obtain any significant park area. Instead, bl""towth
in these large cities often occurs ilirough infill with the redevelopment of undemtilized land.
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Table 8-2: Large US Cities Park Acres per 1,000 Population
City Park Acres Population (2000) Park/l,OOO Population
Minneapolis, MN 5,694 383,000 14.9
Washington, DC 7,S04 572,OOn 13.1
Oakland, C1\ 3,712 399,000 9.3
Boston, MA 4,865 589,000 8.3
Los Angeles, C1\ 29,801 3,695,000 8.1
Baltimore, .tvID 5,091 651,000 7.8
San Francisco, CA 5,916 777 ,000 7.6
Philadelphia, P A 10,685 1,51S,OOO 7.0
New York, NY 49,854 8,008,000 6.2
Long Beach, C1\ 2,887 462,00n G.2
Chicago, IL 11,645 2,896,000 4.0
Miami, FL 1,329 362,000 3.7
Averaee 11,582 1,692,667 6.8
SONne: Hamik, Pete?', "Imide CitJl ParkJ," 1.f''a.rbingtIJn, D.C, Urban Land liz.rtiINle, lOOt.
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Table 8-3: City of Bozeman Parkland Projections - 2005 through 2025
Year Population Dwelling Unitsl Park Acres Park Acres/1,000 Pop
2005 35,750 15,336 667 lR.7
77 percent at 0.03 325 developed
I 11,809 SH units I 325.5 lUldeveloped I
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I 3,527 MH units I I
453 acres MH2
Year Population Dwelling Units' Park Acres Park Acres/1,000 Pop
2010 42,700 18,894 757 17.7
77 percent at 0.03
I I 14,548 S1-14
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I I 23 percent at 11 '~o
4,346 J\ill units
521 acres 1\11-15
Year Population Dwelling Units' Park Acres Park Acres/1,000 Pop
2015 -"4,500 24,115 88l) 1(,.3
77 percent at 0.03
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I I 23 percent at 110/" I I
I 5,54(, MH tuuts
621 acres MI-15
Year Population DwelfulgUnits' Park Acres Park Acres/1,000 Pop
2020 69,500 30,752 1,056 15.2
77 percent at 0.03
I I 23,(,79 SH4
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I I 23 percent at 110/0 I I
I 7,073 j\fH units I
748 acres MI-I"
Year Population Dwelling Units' Park Acres Park Acres/1,000 Pop
2025 88,700 39,248 1,103 12.4
77 percent at 0.03
I 30,221 5J.I4 I I
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I I 23 percent at 11 "/0
I 9,027 IVfH U1uts
911 acres Mf-P
I Ba.red 0/1 2000 Crm.ru.r hOIlJilZg tlnit tYit/J1t ~l11.644 plllJ midmtia/ dwe/ling t/J1itpmnit.r i.rJued 20()()-2005.
.'The Ci(v'..- GIS ~1'-rtem illdimte..- that 453 a1Te.r were u..-edfor MH mlit.r ill 2005, 71IbidJ trallJ/ateJ illto 7.8 mlit.r per am.
.; Du/ellin/!, ttllit.r i..- m/tulated /?v dividing tbe populatioll pr~jertion 1:)1 tbe awra~ge bou.rebold .rize ~(2.26 per.ron..- per IIlli!.
-I SIl = Jingle bOIl..-ebo/d. 77 permit i..- tbe percmta..ge or ro.ridmtia/ ullit.r pennitted Jinte 1990 tbat are ..-illcg/e-bou..-elw/d.
;Ml~l = 111t1/ti-/JOIlJebold. 23 pen-e/lt i..- tbe pemlltage ?l re..-idmtial unitJ permitted J-ini'e 1990 tbat aro ME. 12 ullit.rper ai're l/1a.r tlJet/ to
determine additiolla/ MH acm.
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As shown in Table 8-3, it is estimated that Bozeman will have approximately 1,103 acres of park, or 12.4
acres of park per 1,000 population, by 2025 if the current parkland dedication requirements remain in .
place. The 12.4 acres of park per 1,000 population in 2025 is slightly less tl1.an the current average park
acres per 1,000 population of 14.2 for all peer communities included in Table H-l.
It is important to recognize that approximately half of the City's existing parkland is in a natural state.
Much of this parkland is intended to be natural, such as Burke Park. However, much of this parldand is
intended to be developed, but a lack of funds has resulted in its remaining undeveloped. This
unintentionally natural parkland typically provides few recreation opporhmities. If the unintentionally
natural parkland was subtracted from tl1.e analysis depicted in Tables 8-1 through H-3, the results would
be more sobering for Bozeman.
The City of Bozeman has also adopted a Workforce Housing Ordinance to address d1.e shortage of
affordable housing for very low to moderate income households. According to this ordinance, the
parlJalld requirement for development, not otherwise exempted from dedication requirements, shall be
reduced by a 1:1 ratio based on the required square footage of tlle lot area necessary to provide
minimum compliance with the ordinance. For example, if 50,000 square feet of lots for workforce
housing units are required d1.en dlere shall be a reduction in dIe required parkland area of 50,000 square
feet. This new ordinance will further erode the City's ability to maintain the current level of service by
relying so heavily on parkland dedication with land development.
8.5.5 Policy Statement
Results of surveys, as well as park and facility usage, indicates that outdoor recreational amenities are
very important to Bozeman's population. Analysis indicates that Bozeman's current parldand dedication .
requirements, and the amount of parldand currently within the City, are acceptable and are consistent
with the requirements and parkland amounts in other large and growing Montana cities. Further, the
City's current parkland dedication requirements will yield a sufficient amount of parkland for our
b>1:owing community that is consistent in terms of acres per 1,000 population with peer communities in
the region. Therefore, tl1.e parkland dedication requirements used by the City should not be revised
downward.
Finally, Table 8-3 indicates that over time Bozeman's ratio for parldand per 1,000 population will decline
with continued use of dIe current parkland dedication requirements. Cunently, Bozeman has
approximately 18.7 acres of park per 1,000 population. By 2025, this ratio is expected to decrease to
12.4 acres of park per 1,000 population. Therefore, the current parldand dedication is not going to
allow dIe community's patldand acres to keep pace with the City's growing population. Measures to be
used in addition to the development review and parkland dedication requirement will be needed if the
City's current level of service for parldand will be maintained into the fUhlre.
8.6 INCENTIVES FOR HIGH DENSITY AND/OR INFILL PROJECTS
8.6.1 High Density Projects
Density is encouraged in d1.e City of Bo:zcman. The City's development regulations are currendy
structured in a way d1.at requires parkland dedication for 10 or fewer dwelling units per acre in d1.e R-l,
R-2 and RMH zoning districts, and for 12 or fewer dwelling units per acre in the R-3, R-4 and R-O
:zoning districts. Therefore, parldand will not be required in high density residential developments for .
any units above and beyond 12 dwelling units per acre. This functions as an incentive for developers to
construct high density residential projects.
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8.6.2 Infill Projects
Infill development is encouraged in the: City of Bozeman. When a residential infill project is proposed,
the developer can get parkland dedication credits for any residential units removed for the infill
development. For example, if 3 single-household residential units are removed for construction of a 12-
unit condo development, the developer would get credit for the 3 removed single-household units and
would only have to provide parldand for the 9 additional units. This results in an incentive for the
development of residential infill projects.
8.6.2 Policy Statement
These existing incentives for high density and/or infill residential projects represent an effective and
equitable tool for encouraging dle densification of the City and dle construction of infill developments.
The current policy should be retained and applied wherever appropriate.
8.7 PARKLAND DEDICATION CRITERIA
ParlJand dedication dllough dle development reView process has historically been the predominant
method of land acquisition for parks. While parlJand dedication through the development review
process has generally been effective for acquiring land, the current parkland dedication requirements, as
stipulated in state law, will result in fewer and fewer park acres per resident over time as shown in Table
8-3. Also, relying solely on parlJand dedication through the development review process provides the
City with very little control over when, where and how parks are developed. Therefore, in addition to
development review a more reliable and ninlble means of acquisition of land for parks is needed in to
augment the parldand dedication requirement and allow for the acquisition of critical areas as dley
become available.
The goal of parlJand dedication through the development review process should be to create: parks
which provide recreational opportunities, protect or preserve unique natural features, or provide
linkages to existing or prospective facilities. As stated previously, land will generally be deemed more
valuable: than cash-in-lieu until the cash-in-lieu system is revamped. When accepting a parldand
dedication, the dedication will be reviewed in relation to the qualitative merits of a specific proposal,
widl a focus on the following criteria:
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Compliance with the: goals, objectives and policies of Bozeman's groWdl policy and this
document.
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Parkland dedications, with the: possible exception of a natural amenity 01: linear parks, should
have excellent visible access and be easily identifiable and recognizable as a public space: where
everyone is welcome.
Wherever possible, parkland dedications should implement recommended projects outlined in
tIus document. Any physical feature wIllch is the focus of a corridor, such as a stream corridor,
railbed or ridgeline, shall be included in the dedication.
The size and shape, and/or purpose: of the parkland proposed for dedication is appropriate for
the location; the topography is appropriate fat dle size and shape, or purposes of the proposed
dedication.
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The dedication is situated and designed to ensure excellent physical accessibility from all
directions for the public and for reasonable maintenance purposes.
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Wherever possible, parldand dedications should be contiguous to any existing parks.
Dedications from a multi-phased subdivision should normally be contiguous to one another.
The parldand dedication should be designed so that it may be adequately maintained.
7.
8. Infrastructure and utility accesses which are located within park boundaries, such as stormwater
retention or detention ponds, will not be counted towards the minimum amount of parlciand
required for dedication.
9. Consideration should be given to any other programmatic or physical concerns of the proposed
dedication, and significant and/ or unique natural features.
10. Land dedication for linear parks should comply with the adopted PROST Plan Trail Map.
Any variation from these criteria must be found to produce a net result which exceeds existing
standards, or which will preserve and enhance significant natural qualities and amenities.
8.8 STREET FRONTAGE
8.8.1 OvelView
For many years the City's regulations required street frontage along at least 50 percent of a park's
perimeter. In 2005, the City's regulations were amended to require street frontage along 100 percent of
a park's perimeter, with exceptions related to topography, critical lands, pedestrian access and off-street
parking. There are many reasons to require the provision of street frontage along City parks, including:
Accessibility - To ensure that public parks are easily accessible from all directions.
Safety - flaving a high level of visibility, or "eyes on the park," increases safety for park visitors.
Crime Prevention - Similar to safety, having a high deb>tee of park visibility decreases the
incidents of crime such as graffiti.
Parking - Having street frontage and on-street parking can provide a tremendous amount of
parking for park visitors.
Boundaries - In places where private backyards back up to public parks there is a tendency for
the private backyards, and related items such as sheds and personal storage, to encroach onto
the public land.
Recognition - It is important the public lands that are provided to meet the recreational needs of
the community be easily identifiable and recognizable as public spaces where everyone is
welcome.
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However, the RP AB has identified many reasons why having a significant amount of street frontage may
not be feasible and/or desirable, including:
Safety - Vehicle traffic associated with street adjacency may present a hazard to children and
pets playing in parks.
Resource Impacts - Vehicle use, and related impacts such as leaking oil or the transport of
noxious weed seed, can negatively impact resource- or critical land-based parks.
Noise Impacts - Vehicle noise can be detrimental to a park experience, especially if parks are .
used as an escape and an opportunity to enjoy nature.
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Visual impacts - The sight of vehicles can negatively im.pact the aesthetic qualities of a park, and
therefore diminish the enjoynu:nt of the park.
Visibility - Some park users may feel safer when private backyards back up to the park rather
than parked cars.
Size - Some parks, especially mini parks, will simply be too small to allow for the provision of
significant street frontage.
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Street frontage requirements are also an issue in regards to private open space, where the pros and cons
of street frontage are similar to those of parks. However, open spaces are typically designed to provide
a natural landscape to protect natural resources, critical lands and aesthetic resources. Therefore, it is
possible that street frontage would be especially detrimental to some open spaces.
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8.8.2 Policy Statement
The City's current requirement of street frontage along 100 percent of its perimeter on public or private
streets of roads should remain in effect. The City may consider and approve a park with less than 100
percent, but not less than 50 percent, of the perimeter when it is necessary due to topography, the
presence of critical lands, or similar site constraints. If less than 100 percent periIneter frontage is
provided, the following additional requirements should be considered:
1. Additional land should be provided in the park to provide the parking not being provided on
street. This may necessitate the development of park parking requirements. Land used for a park
parking lot should not count towards the parkland dedication requirement.
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If private yards will be adjacent to a park, the boundary must be delineated by a RP AB-approved
natural or artificial barrier such as fencing, benning, landscaping, ete. The fencing allowed along
these boundaries should not exceed 4 feet in height, should be see-through and must be installed
by the developer to ensure the coordination of fence style, height and materials.
Direct pedestrian access should be provided to the park perimeters that lack street frontage.
Small signs should be installed at all public entrances to a City park, with a larger park
identification sign being placed at the primary access to the park. All sib>11age must comply with
Parks Division specifications.
Street frontage for private open space should be provided as follows:
1. No requirement for open spaces where no PUD performance points were granted for public
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I"or open spaces where PlJD performance points were granted for public access, there should be
at least one 25-foot wide access with signage indicating that public access to the open space is
allowed.
SHARED USE PATHS
Overview
There is a desire to provide a shared use path system to provide recreation and transportation
opportunities through and around the City. Shared use paths, which are classified as Class T trails,
provide a unique opportunity for people to travel on bike, foot, skateboard, ete. on a facility that is
separated from adjacent streets. Shared use paths are available for users such as adults on bikes,
skateboarders who are generally restricted from standard sidewalks, and for children and beginner
bicyclists who may not feel comfortable using a bike lane. Finally, shared use paths can provide
important east-west connectivity for our trail system which is composed primarily of north-soudl trails
following stream corridors.
Because shared use paths require ample street right-of-way, and due to development constraints
dl!Oughout the City, the system of shared use paths is recommend for a select few street corridors as
depicted on the PROST Trail Plan Map. When identifying which corridors were most suitable for
shared use paths, emphasis was placed on dle following:
Availability of street right-of-way;
Feasibility of development of the facility, most often in undeveloped or underdeveloped areas;
Proximity to community facilities such as schools, parks and the public library;
Speed and traffic volume on the adjacent street.
In addition to the location of the shared use paili system, there were many other issues dlat were
discussed and debated related to share use paths. These issues include the following:
Surface - Some preferred an asphalt surface, especially for mnners/joggers, dle use of inline
skates, and the fact that snow and ice melt faster on asphalt. However, dle City Engineering and
Street Departments preferred concrete, especially if the shared use paths are installed in-lieu of a
City standard sidewall,-, due to superior longevity and ease of maintenance. The design life for
asphalt is 20 years while concrete is 8 to 80 years.
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Direction - There was some debate about whether shared use paths should be installed on both
sides of the street in all corridors identified to have shared use paths. There was some concern
that it would be difficult to successfully install paths on both sides of a street. However, safety
concerns dictate that shared use paths should be installed on both side of the street wherever
possible.
Desib>11 - It is desirable to have some meander in the shared use paths. However, the width of
available right-of-way, especially on collector streets, makes it difficult to design a meandering
path. Therefore, if a shared use path is designed to meander, some additional casement may be
required from the adjacent property owner.
Aesthetics - There was general consensus that concrete shared use paths are not particularly
attractive. Therefore, there is a desire to use colored concrete to increase the attractiveness of
the paths.
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S bared NJe patb along Nort/) 19'1< Avenue
8.9.2 Policy Statement
1. Shared use paths in the City of Bozeman are meant to accommodate a range of non-motorized
users, including: bicyclists (children and adults), pedestrians, skateboards, inline skates, etc. The
only acceptable motorized users are powered wheelchairs / scooters used by disabled citizens.
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Shared use paths should be installed in the locations depicted on the PROST Trail Plan Map.
Shared use paths should be installed on both sides of the street, with the users of the shared use
path moving in the same direction as adjacent traffic.
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Crossings of shared use paths and streets should be signed and marh:d, or otherwise
demarcated, in compliance with guidelines and recommendations included in the n ozeman Area
Transportation Plan.
5. Shared use paths should be constructed of concrete whenever provided in-lieu of a City standard
sidewalk. Shared use paths may be constructed of asphalt in other locations to be determined on
a case-by-case basis. All shared use paths, whedler concrete or asphalt, shall be constructed in
compliance with the City's Design Guidelines contained in Appendix C.
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6. If a shared use path is desib'11ed to meander and adequate right-of-way is not available to
accommodate the meander, additional trail easement should be obtain.ed from the adjacent
property owner.
7. Colored or dyed concrete should be used for shared use paths to enhance the attractiveness of
dIe facility.
8. In locations where a natural fines trail and a City-standard sidewalk converge, the facilities
should be combined into one larger shared use padl.
8.10 PHASED DEVELOPMENTS
8.10.1 Overview
The City has had difficulties with multi-phased project (especially subdivisions) where the planned park
and/ or recreation facilities are located in later phases. TIlls situation creates many difficulties, including
the issues associated with people living in the earlier phases of the development who have a delay .
(sometimes sizable) before recreation facilities are available: to dlem. The City has also had situations
where later phases are never developed, leaving the residents of earlier completed phases entirely
without recreational facilities within their neighborhood.
8.10.2 Policy Statement
1.
The location for all park and recreational facilities must be identified with the initial phase of a
multi-phased development.
Wherever possible, areas identified for park and recreation uses should be dedicated to the City
widl the lllltial phase of the development. If dedication is not possible, easements should be
obtained with the lllltial phase for all lands identified for park and recreation uses, with the land
being dedicated incrementally and proportionally with each phase.
Wherever possible, areas identified for park and recreation uses should be linproved in
compliance with City standards with the initial phase of the development. Incremental and
proportional improvement of park and recreation areas can be considered on a case-by-case
basis.
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8.11
FINANCIAL GUARANTEES FOR PARK IMPROVEMENTS
8.11.1 Overview
State law and dIe Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance allow developers to financially guarantee
some development-related linprovements. For subdivisions, developers can financially guarantee .
infrastlucture and odler linprovements, including park linprovements, in order to file a fmal plat The
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City of Bozeman's Planning Department charges a fee for financial guarantees of $400 or 1 percent of
the face value, \vhich ever is greater.
In some instances, developers have been required to fmancially guarantee and pay the financial
guarantee fee for park improvements above and beyond the basic park improvement requirements of
leveling any park areas, amending the soil, seeding disturbed areas to allow mowing, and installing an
underground irrigation system. In other words, the developers have been required to financially
guarantee park in1provements that they are volunteering to install in addition to the basic requirements
of the City.
This circumstance results in a fmancial disincentive for developers volunteering to install additional park
in1provements at their own expense. Over t.ime, this could result in fewer park improvement.s being
installed by developers.
8.11.2 Policy Statement
The City of Bo:zeman will only collect a financial guarant.ee and charge t.he fmancial guarantee fee for
required park improvements. Required park improvement.s would include t.he basic improvement
requirements of leveling any park areas, amending the soil, seeding disturbed areas t.o allow mowing, and
installing an underground irrigation system. Required improvements could also include improvements
required by the City Commission as a condition of approval.
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9.0 INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 9
Planning Framework
The statement of goals and objectives provides a framework for determining the community's
recreational needs, and formulating recommendations and implementation policies for addressing those
needs. A goal is defined as the result or achievement toward which effort is directed. The goals
described in this document reflect general aspirations for the community's park, recreation, open space
and trail amenities. An objective is defined as something that one's efforts or actions are intended to
attain or accomplish. The objectives listed in this document represent m.on: detailed descriptions of
desirable outcomes.
9.1 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Goal 1
Accessibility
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Objective 4.
Goal 2
Education
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Objective 4.
Ensure that public parks, trails and recreat10n facilities com.ply
with. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards to the
greatest extent possible.
Ensure that public park and recreational facility usage, and
recreation pto,h>ramming, is affordable for all.
Provide for adequate connections and access to public parks and
trails, including public parking, public transportation and trail
connectlons.
Create neighborhood parks that are conveniently located and
accessible to the neighborhoods tlley serve.
Educate citizens regarding tllt' location of public parks, trails and
recreational facilities in Bozeman.
Educate the public regarding rules, rebrulations and proper
etiquette for the use of public parks and trails to 11111111111ze
impacts and conflicts.
Enforce park rules and regulations to 111ll1llTllZe impacts and
conflicts.
Educate residents about the availability of recreation ptograms.
Objective 5. Provide recreational programs that teach and promote
environmental awareness and stewardship.
Objective G.
Provide recreational progmms that teach parents how to recreate
witl1 their children.
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Goal 3
Goal 4
Goal 5
Goal 6
Funding
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Partnerships
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Objective 4.
Connections
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Usability
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Objective 4.
Objective 5.
Establish regular and sufficient funding sources
develop and maintain public parks, ttails and
facilities.
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to aCllLUre,
recreational
Establish regular and sufficient funding to provide the resources
necessary to meet the COtTlmunity's recreational programming
needs.
Work with user groups, service organizations and other relevant
entities to develop new and enhance existing parks, trails and
recreation facilities.
Partner with user groups and service organizations to provide
recreation programs for the community.
Work with County, State and Federal governments to achieve a
coordinated approach to recreation services.
Coordinate with the School District to achieve mutually
beneficial recreational opportunities.
Continue to obtain new trail corridors and connectors for
existing trails through the development process Ul. compliance
with the PROST Trail Plan Map.
Use trails to connect community facilities and institutions such as
schools, library and parks.
Connect Bo;>;eman trails to Gallatin County and Forest Service
trails wherever feasible in accordance with dIe PROST Trail Plan
Map.
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Ensure that new parks and recreation facilities arc properly
located and si;>;ed, and d~at dle land is suitable to support the
intended activities and functions of the park and! or facility.
Use regulatory and non-regulatory tools to enable and encourage
the creation of larger, more functional parks.
Ensure that adequate amounts of parkland or cash-in-Iieu are
provided through the development process to meet the
recreational needs of dIe community now and into the future.
Increase and enhance trail-related amenities such as benches,
signage, pet sanitary stations and bridges.
Ensure that adclluate facilities are available to support recreation
prob>-rams.
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Goal 7
Equity
Objective 1.
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Provide parks, trails, recreation facilities and programs that meet
the needs of all residents regardless of age, gender, economic
condition, physical or mentallirnitation, ete.
Objective 2. Ensure that park, trail, recreation facilities and programs are
provided to meet the needs of users in an equitable manner with
no user group(s) receiving preferential treatment.
Objective 3. Provide parks, trails, recreation facilities and programs
throughout the City in a geographically equitable manner; avoid
creating areas that are undersetved Of over-served in relation to
the rest of the community.
Goal 8
Predictability
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Objective 1. Create standards for property owners associations that maintain
public parks and trails for inclusion in association bylaws.
Objective 2. Provide standards for trail construction and maintenance.
Objective 3. Require adequate maintenance plans for pnvate open space 111
planned unit developments.
Objective 4. Provide minimum requirements for ffi1provcn1ents to newly
dedicated parkland.
Objective 5. Develop and provide standards for additional improvements to
dedicated parkland.
Goal 9
Safety
Objective 1. Upgrade and enhance existing park facilities, such as restrooms
and playground equipment, as financial resources permit.
Objective 2. Ensure that public parks and recreational facilities arc maintained
and sil-:,'ned to ensure usability and safety.
Objective 3. Develop standards for safety.
Objective 4. Revieu' plans for new park development to ensure compliance.
Goal 10
Planning
Objective 1.
Identify, acquire and/or preserve significant open spaces within
the planning area.
Objective 2. Prepare individual park master plans for all new and existing
parks, and amend existing plans as needed.
Objective 3. Expand the City's trail system in a predicable, logical and safe
manner.
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Objective 4. llse GIS-based databases of parkland and trails for planning and
maintenance.
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Goal 11
Goal 12
Goal 13
Goal 14
Goal 15
Service
Objective 1. Ensure an excellent quality of life for Bozeman residents bv
providing a high level of service for the amount and type of
recreation programs and facilities.
Objective 2. Provide a high level of service for the maintenance and safety of
parks and recreation facilities.
Objective 3. Support public sport and team play probrrams currently provided
by user groups.
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Responsiveness
Objective 1. Ensure that recreation prograrnming IS responsive to the
changing needs and demands of the community.
Objective 2. Monitor socio-economic changes in City's population and adapt
the Ci~"s recreation program offerings accordingly.
Objective 3. Monitor tJ:cnds in the field of recreation programrnillg, such as
Target Market Set-,l"rnents recreational programming, and adapt the
City's recreation programming as needed.
Health
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Prosperity
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Community
Objective 1.
Objective 2.
Objective 3.
Objective 4.
Improve the health of the City's residents by providing the
recreational facilities and program that promote healthy, active
lifestyles.
llse parks and open spaces to provide opportunities to
expenence nature.
J\fitigate air and water pollution with parks, trails and open
spaces.
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Encourage economic vitality in the community by providing
recreational facilities that attract tourists, as well as new residents
and businesses, to our City.
Provide recreation programs that expand professional
competencies and provide professional and continuing education
opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of the City's
workforce.
Provide recreational opportunities that
relationships.
Provide recreation programs that enhance
reliance, self-image, resiliency factors, life
skills of the community's youth.
enhance
family
the self-esteem, sclf-
skills and leadership
llse recreation as a tool to combat negative social activity such as
graffiti and vandalism.
Use recreational facilities and programs as forums for community
involvement and interaction.
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CHAPTER 10
Recommendations and Implementation
10.0 INTRODUCTION
Chapter 7 provides an analysis of recreation facility and programming needs based on level of service,
Chapter H provides policy direction for addressing the recreational needs of the community and Chapter
9 provides a planning framework for recommendations. This chapter provides a summary of identified
community needs and provides recommended strategies for addressing those needs.
10.1 PARKLAND AQUISITION
10.1.1 Recommendation
Because the current system is not working well, revise tlle City's cash-in-lieu of parkland
dedication system so tlult cash-in-lieu funds can be collected, amassed and used as needed to
fund parkland acquisition.
Implementation Strategies
Establish an ad hoc RP AB committee, including City staff and RP AB members, to
develop a proposal for a new cash~in~lieu system.
Seek legislative change at the state level if needed.
Revise the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) as needed.
Use the criteria in Section 8.4.3 to evaluate cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication proposals.
10.1.2 Recommendation
Consolidate and aggregate parkland to develop larger and more functional parks wherever
possible.
Implementation Strategies
Encourage off-site parkland dedication to aggregate and consolidate parkland
dedications, especially in currently underserved areas.
Encourage adjacent property owners to work together on development plans to
aggregate and centralize their parkland dedications.
10.1.3 Recommendation
Ensure that land dedicated for parkland is suitable for recreational uses and promotes the goals,
objectives and policies of tllls plan.
Implementation Strategies
Use the criteria contained 111 Section 8.1.2 when evaluating proposals to dedicate
wetlands.
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Use the criteria contained in Section 8.2.1 when evaluating proposals to dedicate ponds
or lakes.
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In the UDO formalize the policy of not counting watercourse setbacks to satisfy
parkland dedication requirements, but allowing watercourse setbacks to be dedicated to
dIe City.
Use the parkland dedication criteria contained in Section 8.7 when evaluating proposals.
10.1.4 Recommendation
Continue to pwvide a level of service for parkland of approximately 18.0 acres per 1,000 people.
Implementation Strategies
Maxinuze parkland dedication requirements allowable by state law.
Continue methods used to augment the parkland dedication or cash-in-lieu of parkland
dedication process, including grants, land donations, fundraising, etc.
Develop and implement possible new methods to augment the parkland dedication or
cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication pwcess, for example: establishment of a parkland
charitable foundation, a Citywide bond measure for the purchase of parkland, impact
fees, etc.
10.1.5 Recommendation
Provide neighborhood parks and community parks in underserved arcas of dll. City as identified
in Chapter 8.
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Implementation Strategies
Obtain parkland through dIe development review process or other methods as
appropriate.
10.1.6 Recommendation
Require the provision of parkland in multi-phased developments ill a logical and predictable
lnanner.
Implementation Strategies
Revise dIe City's development rq:,'>ulations to reflect the policy contained in Section 8.1 (l
"Phased Developments."
10.1.7 Recommendation
Provide public access to parks owned by homeowners' associations as County parks are annexed
to dle City of Bozeman.
Implementation Strategies
Require the provision of public access easements on parks owned by homeowners'
associations as land is annexed to the City.
Revise the City's annexation policy as needed.
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10.2 PARKLAND DEVELOPMENT
10.2.1 Recommendation
Prepare individual park master plans for all City parks to guide the developrn.ent of the City's
parldand.
Implementation Strategies
Collect copies of all adopted individual park master plans, and make the plans available
to City staff and the public in the Parks Division offices and the Department of Planning
& Community Development.
Continue to require that developers prepare individual park master plans fm all newly
dedicated parldand. Evaluate the City's individual park master plan preparation process
from time to time, and revise the Unified Development Ordinance as needed.
Allucate funds in the City budget for City staff and/ or consultants to prepare individual
park master plans for existing parks lacking an adopted plan.
Revise and update existing individual park master plans as needed or proposed,
following the procedure described in Section 1.H.2.
Require that individual park master plans include two plans - one depicting the full
build-out of the park and one depicting what initial improvements the developer will
provide. Amend the UDO to include this provision.
10.2.2 Recommendation
Ensure that regional, community and special use parks are sel-ved by adequate transportation
networks, and have adequate parking to avoid negative impacts on nearby neighborhoods.
Implementation Strategies
Regional, community and some special use parks should be located on arterial and
collector streets, and should be served by the community trail and transit systems.
Parking lots should be provided as needed, especially when on-street parking 1S not
available.
Evaluate the establishment of parking requirements for parks and recreational facilities,
and include in the UDO if deemed appropriate.
10.2.3 Recommendation
Whenever opportunities arise, parkland dedications should be sited adjacent to eXlSt1ng or
proposed school sites to accommodate larger acreage for joint development and shared
maintenance by the City and school district.
Implementation Strategies
Continue to seek school district comments on development applications.
Work with the school district to secure agreements related to joint development, use and
maintenance.
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Continue with City representation on the school district's Long-Range Planning
COrrurllttee.
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10.2.4 Recommendation
Reguire that any improvements to City parks and recreational facilities be made in conformance
with an adopted individual park master plan.
Implementation Strategies
Collect copies of all adopted individual park master plans, and make the plans available
to City staff and the public in the Parks Division offices and the Department of Planning
& Community Development.
Make sure that City staff, user groups, servlCe organizations, neighborhood
organizations, ete. are familiar with the process for preparation and alnendment of
individual park master plans as described in Section 1.8.2.
10.2.5 Recommendation
Ensure that all new parks are constructed In compliance with the City's desif,,>1l guidelines as
outlined in Appendix C.
Implementation Strategies
Advise developers about dleir park constmction requirements during dle development
reVIew process.
Conduct preconstruction meetings and on-site inspections to ensure that parks are being
properly developed.
Educate the development commu1l1ty and contractors regarding the City's design
guidelines for parks.
Upgrade existing parks, as needed and as opporhl1lities arise, so they are in conformance
with the design guidelines for parks.
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10.2.6 Recommendation
Include standardized sif,,>1lage in all City parks to increase visibility, accessibility, usability and
safety.
Implementation Strategies
The location for sign age should be included on all park plans.
New sigllage must comply widl the sif,,>1lage design recJuirements included in Appendix
G.
Install signage in existing parks as funding becomes available.
10.2.7 Recommendation
Ensure that City parks include the desired amenities, based on park type, as shown on Page 7-31.
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Implementation Strategies
Consult the list of recommended amenities when reviewing proposed new or revised
park plans.
Install planned park amenities as funding becomes available and opportunities arise.
Ensure that all installed amenities comply with any applicable design guidelines
contained in the Appendices of this document.
10.2.8 Recommendation
Provide ample access and parking for City parks.
Implementation Strategies
Provide street frontage for City parks and public open space in compliance with the
policies contained in Section 8.8.2 of this plan.
Parking lots should be provided as needed, especially when sufficient em-street parking is
not provided.
Evaluate the establishment of parking requirem.ents for parks and recreational facilities,
and include in the UDO if deemed appropriate.
10.2.9 Recommendation
Ensure that all lands currently used for City parks are dedicated for tlIat use, including but not
limited to Soroptmist, Centennial and Burke Parks.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate which means of dedication are available and implement as appropriate.
10.2.10 Recommendation
Ensure that water and sewer services lines are provided, in compliance with an adopted
individual park master plan, to facilitate development of parks.
Implementation Strategies
Require developers to install water and sewer stubs for any public park facilities requiring
water and sewer services, such as restrooms, with tlIe installation of other water and
sewer infrastructure.
Require that water and sewer stubs be installed in compliance Witll an adopted individual
park master plan.
10.3 PARKLAND MAINTENANCE
10.3.1 Recommendation
Develop a GIS-based system to track park size, location, ownership, and intended use where
records are easy to retrieve and review for use in scheduling and conducting maintenance.
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Implementation Strategies
Work with the Information Technolob'Y Department to develop a computcri7:ed system
and develop a process for updating information.
Purchase equipment to facilitate use of the system, including remote access from the
field.
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Provide Park Division employees with training to use, update and maintain the
information.
Develop a more consistent labeling system for park, private and public open space, ctc.
to denote ownership and access for use on subdivision plats and site plans.
10.3.2 Recommendation
Continue to provide a high levcl of service for park maintenance to meet the demands of a
growing community.
Implementation Strategies
As the City's size and amount of parkland incrcases, increase the City's capacIty to
maintain parks with additional staff and e<luipmcnt.
Establish park maintenance standards for facilities being m.aintaincd by cile City, and
review the: standards from time to time and identify arc.~as for improvemcnt.
10.3.3 Recommendation
Continue to l:<xlmre that developers prepare a maintenance: plan for any parks or trails to be
maintained by the homeowners' or property owners' associations until a Citywide parks
maintenance district or some equivalent alternative: is created.
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Implementation Strategies
Establish a process for reVIew and approval of d1e maintenance plans by the Parks
Division.
Ensure that the City's requirements for maintenance plans are adec]uate, and revise the:
UDO as needed.
10.3.4 Recommendation
Continue to require that homeowners' or property owners aSSOCIations m:1111ta111 newly
dedicated parkland and trails widun their development until a Citywide parks maintenance
district or some equivalent altcrnative is created.
Implementation Strategies
Formalize this policy in d1e Bozeman Unified Dcvelopment Ordinance.
Provide staff to monitor maintenance on a rcgular schedule to ensure compliance.
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lOA RECREATION PROGRAMS
10.4.1 Recommendation
Research comn1unity needs and provide programs to ensure needs arc being met.
Implementation Strategies
Conduct age specific focus groups and/or surveys of recreation needs, and develop and
implement comprehensive recreational planning for each demographic group.
Conduct program surveys.
Monitor demographic change in the community, such as population growth, changes in
household composition, population aging, income characteristics, etc.
Monitor social change in the community, such as time use patterns, lifelong learning,
environmental awareness and stewardship, technology and communications innovation,
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10.4.2 Recommendation
Continue to provide a high level of service for recreational programming to contribute to the
quality of life enjoyed by Bozeman residents.
Implementation Strategies
As the City's size and population increases, increase the City's capacity to provide
excdlence in recreational programming by providing resources for additional staff,
equipment and facilities.
Increase general operating budget for staff in order to provide recreation programs.
10.4.3 Recommendation
Ensure that City recreation programs and the use of City facilities arc affordable for all.
Implementation Strategies
Continue and advertise eX1stll1g programs to help people with affordability, such as
allowing people to volunteer to pay for recreation programs.
Design and implement additional resources to ensure affordability such as sponsorships
and donations by others in order to offer additional free progrmmning
10.4.4 Recommendation
Develop recreational activities and events that celebrate Bozeman's growing cultural and ethnic
diversity .
Implementation Strategies
Offer recreation programs to teach about different cultures and countries.
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10.4.5 Recommendation
Continue to provide support for community partners offering recreational and educational
opportunities.
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Implementation Strategies
Continue to serve as a source of information for recreational opportunities In the
community.
Continue to support the RP AB's web site, infobozeman.com as a 111.eanS of
disseminating information about recreation in Bozeman.
Continue other supportive activities such as facilities scheduling, special event planning,
activity registration, etc. to support recreation groups.
10.4.6 Recommendation
Use recreational programming to enhance our cOlTIlTmnity.
Implementation Strategies
Offer recreation programs that encourage healthy ancl active lifestyles.
Offer recreation programs for fam.ilies to enhance family relationships and teach parents
skills for recreating with their children.
Offer recreation programs geared towards youth and their unique needs.
Offer recreation programs where people can improve their professional competencies by
learning new skills and gaining add.itional knowledge.
Offer recreation programs that encourage civic engagement.
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10.5 RECREATION FACILITIES
10.5.1 Recommendation
Maintain existing recreational facilities to ensure they remain operational as long as possible.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing recreational facilities for structural stability and renovation options.
Fund needed renovations.
10.5.2 Recommendation
Site and construct a community recreation center to provide year-round recreation for all age
blTcmpS.
Implementation Strategies
Identify ancl acquire land for a commulllty recreation center, possibly through the
parldand ded.ication process.
Evaluate possible funding sources for land acquisition and consul1ction, and implement
the fund.ing option(s) identified. See Chapter 11.
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Budget for staff to develop and operate a recreation center, and for on-going
maintenance of the building and its grounds.
Amend individual park plan(s) as needed.
10.5.3 Recommendation
Develop two new revenue producing family-oriented leisure aquatic centers, one in the south
side of the City and the other in the north or northwest part of the City.
Implementation Strategies
Identify and acquire land for alluatics facilities, possibly through the parkland dedication
process.
Evaluate possible funding sources for land acquisition and construction, and implement
the funding option(s) identified. See Chapter 11.
Budget for staff to develop and operate new aquatics facilities.
10.5.4 Recommendation
Provide additional covered facilities or picnic shelters that can accommodate groups of 20 to 50
people.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing and planned parks for siting of a new covered facility or picnic shelter.
Amend individual park plans as needed.
Explore various funding options, described in Chapter 11, for construction of additional
picnic shelters.
Pimi,' ,rbelter at tbe Bozemall POIIC/J
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10.5.5 Recommendation
Develop addi60nal playgrounds 111 all quadrants of the City and ensun: that playground .
equipment is safe.
Implementation Strategies
When evalua6ng new developments and park plans, include playgrounds 111 all
appropriate locations.
Add playground equipment to exis6ng parks as funding is available and opportunities
atlse.
Ensure that all new playground equipment complies with the City's desibJ11 guidelines
contained in Appendi"\: C.
Upgrade existing playground equipment as needed and as funding is available.
Amend individual park plan(s) as needed.
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P1aXp,roulld at Kirk Park
10.5.6 Recommendation
Provide additional fields for soccer.
Implementation Strategies
Increase the number of developed soccer fields in the northeast, southwest and
southeast quadrants of the City.
Increase the amount of large grassy areas aU over the City for use for soccer practice.
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Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks in undersetved areas for their
appropriateness for developed soccer fields and/or informal practice areas.
Amend individual park planes) as needed.
10.5.7 Recommendation
Provide additional football fields.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks for their appropriateness for a
developed football field.
Amend individual park planes) as needed.
10.5.8 Recommendation
Provide additional baseball/softball fields so that all neighborhoods arc included within a 1fz mile
serVIce area.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks ill undersetved areas for their
appropriateness for baseball/ softball fields.
Amend individual park planes) as needed.
Baseball diamond at Aa.rheim Field.r
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10.5.9 Recommendation
Provide additional basketball courts so that all neighborhoods arc included within a % mile
service area.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks 111 underserved areas for their
appropriateness for basketball courts.
Amend individual park plan(s) as needed.
Basketball murt at r 'allry Unit Park
10.5.10 Recommendation
Provide additional tennis courts so that all neighborhoods are included within a Vz mile service
area.
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Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks 111 underserved areas for their
appropriateness for tennis courts.
Amend individual park phn(s) as needed.
Evaluate possible funding sources for tennis court construction, and implement the
funding option(s) identified. See Chapter 11. .
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10.5.11 Recommendation
Create off-leash dog areas when and where opportunities arise.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing parks and proposals for new parks for their appropriateness for fenced
off-leash areas.
Amend individual park planes) as needed.
The dog beach at Bozeman Pond.r
10.5.12 Recommendation
Provide a disc golf course in the City of Bozeman.
Implementation Strategies
Complete improvements to Rose Park to provide a disc golf course.
10.6 OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION AND MAINTENANCE
10.6.1 Recommendation
Develop a public open space acquisition and management program for the City of Bozeman,
similar to the programs in Missoula and Helena.
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Prepare an open space plan, including an examination of possible funding sources such
as a Citywide open space bond.
Examine other successful open space programs such as Missoula's for ideas.
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10.6.2 Recommendation
Once a public open space acquisition and management program is developed, some City parks
may be included in the open space program radler dlan the parks program.
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate which City parks or other lands would best be labeled and managed in a public
open space program radleI' than as City parks.
10.6.3 Recommendation
Continue to require that property owners assoClatlons maintain open space within their
development. If a Citywide park maintenance district or some other similar alternative is created
consideration should given to the maintenance of open space with public access on a case-by-
case basis.
Implementation Strategies
Ensure that developers are providing adequate open space maintenance plans, and
develop a process for review of these plans.
Ensure that the City's requirements for open space maintenance plans are adeguate, and
revise the UDO as needed.
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10.1 TRAIL ACQUISITION
10.7.1 Recommendation
Ensure that the trail system within the City connects with the Countywide trail system, and with
trails on state and federal lands where appropriate, and complies with the PROST Plan Trail
Map.
Implementation Strategies
Coordinate trail planning with the Gallatin County Board of Park Commissioners, and
state and federal agencies.
Review the adopted "Connecting Communities: 2001 Gallatin County Trails Report and
Plan" when evaluating trail devdopment proposals, especially 011 the edges of the City.
Support the community effort to construct a safe trail between Bozeman and Belgrade.
Require that annexation proposals be accompanied by a master plan showing how any
contiguous parks, open space, and/ or trails will be extended to and through the property
to be annexed, and ensure connections to existing or planned trails on developed or
undeveloped adjacent properties.
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Hire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to coordinate with County, State and Federal
government representatives.
Implement the policies and recommendations of the Bozeman Area Transportation
Plan.
Continue cooperation with GVL T in trail planning.
10.7.2 Recommendation
Site of new trails to be consistent with the adopted growth policy, and with any adopted subarea
or neighborhood plan.
Implementation Strategies
Require that the detailed information provided in subarea and neighborhood plans
include trails and trail connections.
Review the adopted growth policy and any applicable adopted subarea or neighborhood
plan when evaluating the proposed location of a new trail,.
Hire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to evaluate new trail proposals for compliance
wid1 d1e adopted planning documents.
10.7.3 Recommendation
Continue to expand the trail system 111 the City in a logical, convenient and safe tTmnner as
opportunities arise.
Implementation Strategies
Conwlt the PROST Plan Trail Map when reviewing development proposals, and require
the provision of identified trail corridors or links as shown on the plan.
Continue to work widl GVL T to expand the Main Street to Mountains trail system.
Work wid1 d1e County to connect the trail system in the City to the County's trail system.
Work widl property owners to secure trail easements for critical trail connections.
Implement the policies and recommendations of the Bozeman Area Transportation
Plan.
10.7.4 Recommendation
Evaluate new trails or trail systems for suitability for cross-count1:y skiing.
Implementation Strategies
Work closely widl GVLT and the Bridger Ski Foundation to teview proposals for new
trails.
If a ncw development will include trails for cross-country skiing, determine special
conditions related to grooming and maintenance responsibility, hours of use, parking, ete
on a case by casc basis.
Amend individual park plan(s) as needed.
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10.7.5 Recommendation
Provide a level of service for trails of 1.5 miles of trail per 1,On(l people.
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Implementation Strategies
Implement the PROST Plan Trail Map as opportunities atlse including development
proposals.
Secure critical trail connections and segments, to create longer and more usable trails, as
funding becomes available and opportunities arise.
Focus trail acquisition activities on connections and segments that connect community
facilities such as parks, schools, public library, etc.
I-lire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to coordinate trail acqU1S1tlon for the City of
Bozeman.
10.7.6 Recommendation
Provide public access to trails owned by homeowners' associations as developments containing
trails are annexed to the City of Bozeman.
Implementation Strategies
Require the provision of public access easements on trails owned by homeowners'
associations as land is annexed to the City.
Revise the City's annexation policy as needed.
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10.8 TRAIL DEVELOPMENT
10.8.1 Recommendation
Provide a high level of accessibility and safe routes of travel to and from City parks, and between
other community facilities such as the public library, schools, and downtown.
Implementation Strategies
Continue the City's sidewalk installation, repair and replacement program.
Implement the PROST Plan Trail Map.
Improve existing trails and secure needed trail connections as opportunities arise.
10.8.2 Recommendation
Require that linear parks and public trail easements are at least 25 feet in width, recogni7;ing that
additional width may be required for cross-country skiing trails to be determined on a case-by-
case basis.
Implementation Strategies
Edit the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance as needed.
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10.8.3 Recommendation
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Ensure that all new trails are constructed in c011.1.pliance with the City's design guidelines as
outlined in Appendix C.
Implementation Strategies
During the development review process classify all new trails to ensure that the proper
design guidelines are applied.
Conduct preconstruction meetings and on-site inspections to ensure that trails are being
property constructed.
Educate the development community and contractors regarding the City's design
guidelines for trails.
Upgrade existing trails, as needed and as opportunities ari~e, to comply with d1.e PROST
Plan Trail Map.
Hire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to ensure compliance with the City's design
guidelines for new trail construction.
10.8.4 Recommendation
Include standardized signage on City trails to increase visibility, accessibility, usability and safety.
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Implementation Strategies
Include the location for signage on all linear park plans.
Design new signage to comply with the sign age design requirements included ill
Appendix G.
Install signage in key existing trail segments as funding becomes available.
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10.8.5 Recommendation
Evaluate all trail and street crossings for safety and compliance with dle crossing guidelines
contained in the Bozeman Area Transportation Plan.
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Implementation Strategies
Require that all new trail and street crossings comply with the guidelines contained in dle
Bozeman Area Transportation Plan.
Upgrade all existing trail and street crossings, where needed, so they comply with the
guidelines set fordl in dle Bozeman Area Transportation Plan.
Rcview all proposed trail and street crossings for compliance with applicable engineering
and design standards.
Hire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to coordinate safety measures fOJ" trail and street
cJ:Ossings for the City of Bozeman.
10.8.6 Recommendation
Provide a 20-foot building setback from parks, including linear parks.
Implementation Strategies
Amend the UDO as needcd.
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10.9.1 Recommendation
Continue to require that homeowncts' OJ" propetty owners aSSOCIatIons maintain newly
developed trails within theit development until the adoption of a Citywide parks mal11tenance
district or other similar program.
Implementation Strategies
Formalize dlls policy in the Bozeman Unified Devdopment Ordinance.
Provide staff to monitor maintenance on a rebrular schedule to ensure compliance.
10.9.2 Recommendation
Continue to requite that developers prepare a maintenance plan for any trails to be maintained
by the homeowners' or property owners' association.
Implementation Strategies
Edit Bozeman UDO to clarify that dlls requirements also applies to trails.
Establish a process for review and approval of the maintenance plans by the Parks
Division.
Ensure dlat the City's requirements for maintenance plans are adequate, and revise dle
UDO as needed.
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10.9.3 Recommendation
Prepare a detailed trail and trail segment inventory using GIS technology including classification,
amenities, surface, etc. to use for planning new trails and trail segments, and for maintaining
trails.
Implementation Strategies
Coordinate with GVL T, user groups, service groups, etc. to prepare a detailed inventory.
Investigate the use of interns for inventory preparation, especially for mapping amenities.
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Trail amenitieJ", sud) as this bndge iI/ r Tall~y West, should be il/ventoned in the City's GIS-based asset mal/agement .rystem
10.9.4 Recommendation
Continue to improve trail conditions and maintenance.
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Implementation Strategies
Ensure that all new trails, and trail amenities such as bridges, comply with the City's trail
design standards, and upgrade existing trails to comply with the standards as
opportunities arise.
Increase the Parks Division's capacity for trail maintenance, including weed control.
Use the GIS-based trail and trail segment inventory to improve trail maintenance.
Ensure that the trail maintenance plans provided by developers and/or property owners'
associations are adequate, and that the plans are being implemented.
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Launch a public education campaign that includes topics such as proper bike use, animal
control laws, and proper trail etiquette.
Investigate more conununity-based efforts to maintain trails such as having community
groups or neighborhoods "adopt" a trail segment similar to the "Adopt a Highway"
program.
Improve trail amenities such as signage, dog stations, benches, bridges, etc. as funding is
available and opportunities arise.
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10.9.5 Recommendation
Continue to provide a high level of service for trail maintenance.
Implementation Strategies
As the City's size and amount of trail increases, increase d1e City's capacity to maintain
trails with additional staff and equipment.
Establish trail maintenance standards for facilities being maintained by the City, and
review the standards from time to time and identify areas for improvement.
10.10 OTHER
10.10.1 Recommendation
Ensure d1at City parks, recreation facilities and trails are. accessible to the greatest extent
possible.
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Implementation Strategies
Evaluate existing City recreation facilities and trails for compliance with accessibility
standards, and make recommendations for facilities lacking in compliance.
Allocate funds to make upgrades and improvements to existing facilities to achieve
greater accessibility. .
Review the plans for all new recreation facilities, and Class I and 11 trails, for compliance
with accessibility requirements.
Hire a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator to evaluate trails f01' compliance with ADA
requirements and make recommendations.
10.10.2 Recommendation
Work wid1 the school district to formalize at,Jt:eements related to use of school district facilities
by the general public during non-school hours.
Implementation Strategies
Work with the school dist11.ct to secure agreements related to joint dcvclopn1ent, use and
ma111tenance.
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10.10.3 Recommendation
Obtain user group contracts with all user groups that provide organized activities at the same
location on a regular basis, and intend to continue the activities for the foreseeable future.
Implementation Strategies
Maintain an up-to-date list of user groups and contact information.
Formalize contracts with identified user groups.
10.10.4 Recommendation
Provide materials, instructions, slgnage, etc. 11l other languages, Spanish 111 particular, as
necessary .
Implementation Strategies
Evaluate City recreation and park matet;.als and signage to determine which should be
provided in both English and Spanish, with emphasis 011 materials critical to protecting
life and safety.
Identify community resources that can help translate materials as needed, and budget
accordingly.
Budget funds to provide information 111 Spanish, with emphasis on larger, more
expensive items such as signage.
10.10.5 Recommendation
Address issues related to dogs in City parks and trails.
Implementation Strategies
Enforce City ordinances related to dogs.
Evaluate the possibility of hiring seasonal workers to patrol the public parks and issue
citations to people found to bt' violating City ordinances, and to educate and discuss
responsibility with dog owners. Implement this strate!:,')' if deemed appropriate.
Consider revising City ordinances related to dogs to prohibit dogs from playground areas
in City parks.
Evaluate the current pet licensing prot,>tam for effectiveness and efficiency, and revise
the program as deemed appropriate.
Initiate a public education program to inform pet owners about their responsibilities,
including pet ordinances and licensing requirements.
Continue to provide dog stations in parks and trails, and provide adequate funds for bags
and waste removal.
lnclude yearly removal of pet waste from parks and trails as part of the Bozema11 Clean
up Day.
Create a new City advisory board to work on pet-related issues and activities.
10.10.6 Recommendation
Address vandalism and graffiti in City parks.
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Implementation Strategies
Increase police patrols of City parks.
Implement patrol beats to allow an officer to be more familiar with neighborhoods
and citizens in their assigned area; to promote community oriented policing; and give
officers opportunity for more focused preventative patrols, building checks and traffic
enforcement.
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10.11 TOP TEN CAPITAL FACILITY RECOMMENDATIONS
The following capital facilities and/or capital improvements were identified during this planning ptocess
to be the most important to the community based on survey results, public input and level of service
analysis. The list is not presented in order by priority. All estimated costs are presented in 2007 dollars.
Complete development of Rose Park
Estimated cost: $155,000 to cOlTlplete restrooms; install an asphalt parking lot wid) curb and
gutter; landscaping sucb as berms, soil and seeding; and installation of power.
Possible funding source: general fund, park in1provement grants, private donations
New aquatics center
Estimated cost: $6 million (does not include the cost of land)
Possible funding source: general obligation bonds, user fees, foundation
Multipurpose community recreation center
Estimated cost: $16 million (does not include the cost ofland)
Possible funding source: general obligation bonds, user fees, memberships, impact fees,
foundation
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BMX facility at Westlake Park
Estimated cost: $110,000 to complete restrooms; install an asphalt parking lot with curb and
gutter; and installation of power.
Possible funding source: general fund, park improvement grants, private donations
New outdoor swimming pool on the west or northwest side of the City
Estimated cost: $5 million (does not include the cost of land)
Possible funding source: general obligation bonds, user fees, foundation
Tennis courts to increase the City's level of service
Estimated cost: $75,000 to construct one new court with sub-grade, concrete, aCiylic surfacing,
fencing, nets and posts (does not include the cost of land). Economics of scale accrue from
constructing multiple courts at one time.
Possible funding source: general fund, special improvement district, impact fees, park .
improvement grants, user groups, private donation, foundation
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Off-leash dog parks
Estimated cost: $35,000 to 45,000 depending on amenities, includes fencing, landscaping, water
sel-vice, irrigation system, benches, surfacing and dog stations (does not include the cost of
land).
Possible funding source: general fund, special improvement district, l1llpact fees, park
improvement grants, user groups, private donation, foundation
Playground equipment so all homes are within % mile of a playground
Estimated cost: $25,000 for a smalJ installation and up to $50,000 for a large one like Bogert
Park
Possible funding source: general fund, special improvement district, impact fees, park
improvement grants, private donation, foundation
Multiuse fields (soccer, football, rugby, lacrosse, etc.)
Estimated cost: $ $1.00 to 2.50 per square foot (depending on the need for amended soils) which
includes seeding, rough grade, irrigation system and fertilization (docs not include the cost of
land)
Possible funding source: general fund, special improvement district, impact fees, park
improvement grants, user groups, private donation, foundation
Basketball courts
Estimated cost: $25,000 to $30,000
Possible funding source: general fund, special improvement district, impact fees, park
improvement grants, private donation, foundation
10.12 TOP TEN NON-FACILllY RECOMMENDATIONS
The following non-facility recommendations were identified during this planning process as a priority
based 011 sUl-vey results, public input and level of service analysis. The list is not presented in order by
priority. Costs estimates arc provided where costs can be estimated. All estimated costs are presented in
2007 dollars.
Evaluate and implement new methods of acquiring and improving parkland
Revise the City's cash-in-lieu valuation system
Fund a new Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator position
Estimated cost: Alta Planning and Design provided s0111e information about similar positions in
the region. Financial compensation for these positions ranged from $40,000 to $60,000 per year.
This salary reflects the fact that most positions have debttees in Engineering or Planning, with at
least three years of experience.
Possible funding source: general fund
Evaluate and implement a Citywide parks maintenance district or some equivalent
alternative
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Prepare individual park master plans for all City parks
Prepare and adopt an open space plan for the Bozeman planning area
Improve and maintain detailed GIS-based inventories of parkland, open space and trails
in the City
Estimated cost: As part of the City's asset management system it would cost $6,000 to $8,000 for
the software depending upon the desired functionality. There are also annual maintenance costs
for the software. It would cost an additional $5,000+ for a rugged tablet pc.
Possible funding source: general fund
Create a new City advisory board for pet-related issues and activities
Prepare City park and trail maintenance standards
Expand the recreation programs offered by the City
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Funding Options
11.0 INTRODUCTION
The previous chapters of this plan identify issues with the City's recreational facilities and programs, and
provide recommendations to address those issues. Tlus chapter focuses on the financial mechalusl11s
that may be used to finance programs and projects. Recreation improvements and programs can be
financed via a wide-range of funding sources, including: federal, state, Gallatin County, City of Bozeman
and private alternatives.
11.1 FEDERAL AND STATE FUNDING SOURCES
11.1.1 Community Transportation Enhancement Program
The Community Transportation Enhancen1.ent Program (CTEP) is a Montana program that makes
federal funds available for transportation related projects designed to strengthen the cultural, aesthetic,
and environmental aspects of Montana's intermodal transportation system. The CTEP allows for the
implementation of a variety of non-traditional ptojects.
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The Montana Department of Transportation has elected to sun-allocate the enhancement funds to local
governments for selection and prioritization of local CTEP ptojects. Funds are disu-ibuted to eligible
local governments based on population figures provided by the U.S. Bureau of the Census. CTEP
activities arc a sub-component of the Surface Transportation Program (STP). The funding policy and
procl:dural requirements dwt apply to the STP also apply to the CTEP. The funds may be used for:
1. Provision of facilities for pedestrians and bicycles, including: new or improved lanes, paths, or
shoulders for use by bicyclists, traffic control devices, shelters, and parking facilities for bicycles.
Other eligible uses under this category include bicycle racks, benches for pedestrian or bicyclist
use, and other bicycle or pedestrian related amenities.
Provision of safety and educational activities for pedestrians and bicyclists.
.Acquisition of sceluc easements and scenic or histotic sites for the use and enjoyment of the
general public.
Scenic or lustoric lughways programs.
Landscaping and other scenic beautification.
Historic preservation.
Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including dIe converSlOn and use thereof for
pedestrian or bicycle trails).
Control and removal of outdoor advertising.
Archaeological planning and research.
Environmental mitigation to address water pollution due to lllghway runoff or reduce vehicle-
caused wildlife mortality wlule maintaining habitat connectivity.
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CTEP does require a local match of approximately 13 percent. The City of Bozeman has used CTEP
funds to fmances trail and shared use path improvements.
11.1.2 Land and Water Conservation Funds
The Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 established a federal grants program encouraging a
full partnership between national, state, and local governments in planning and funding outdoor
recreation projects. The Land and Water Conservation Fund Program (LWCF) is adrninistered by
Montana State Parks, a division of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP). Since 1%5, Montana has
received over $34 million for outdoor recreation.
LWCF allows states to assist their political subdivisions by providing grants for the acqlusluon and
development of public outdoor recreation areas and outdoor facilities. In order to distribute dollars
equitably, among local communities, a project rating system, the Opm Pr~jec/ S elediol1 Process, has been
developecl to consider a variety of pertinent factors. Each application is rated based on this system and
the highest-ranking submissions are awarded LWCF funding.
j\ 50 percent match is required frorn the local community. In recent years, L WCF funds have been used
to fInance projects such as park sprinkler systems, tennis courts, playground equipment and soccer fIelds
in C011"uTIunities throughout Montana. The City of Bozeman used LWCl-' funds to partially fund the
acquisition of Tuckerman Park.
11.1.3 Recreational Trails Program
The Recreational Trails Program is currently funded through the federal Sr!/e, ".jccOlmtablc,F'k,'Xib/c ami
F~ffici(l1// TrallJp0l1a/io11 Bquitv Ad: A IJ!J'/I~Y /fIr ()Jct:r (SAFETEA-LU). Mont<ina Fish, Wildlife & Parks
administers the RTP funds at the state level, while the Federal Highway Administration (I!HWJ\)
provides program oversight at the federal level. The State Trails Advisory Committee (ST ^C) is a
council that advises }-<WP on things such as RTP Program expenditures and a variety of rec1:eational
trails issues. An advisory committee such as the STAC is a federal requirement in order for Montana to
be elibrible for R TP funds.
RI'P grant applicants (sponsors) can include federal, state, county or municipal agencies, private
associations and clubs. RTP grants may not exceed SO percent of the total of an individual project. This
is a reimbursement progralTl. A fter approval of aU required documentation, FWP will reimburse the
sponsor for 80 percent of the actual documented costs incurred. Reinlbursement of RTP funds will only
be apptoved for project expenditures incurred after the date of the sibJ1:led project agreement between
the ptoject sponsor and FWP.
For a number of years, GVLT has received $:10,000 to $35,OO(l in RI'P grants annually which have been
used for a wide variety of Main Street to cile Mountains trail system projects. In F'1'07, the City received
$79,000 in RI'P funding for acquisition and development of Ice I-louse Park 011 cilt' Galligator Trail.
11.1.4 Safe Routes to Schools
The Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) program is funded through an annual Federal-aid Highway
apportionment that includes expenditures for non-infrastructure (behavioral) and infrastruchlte
(construction) projects. The SRI'S ptogram is admuustered bv the Montana Department of
Transportation who has contracted with cile Flealt/!J' MotlH:1:r, Healtl!v Babie.1 program for coordination
support. SRTS is not a grant program. It is a 100 percent federally funded reul1bursement program and
requires no local match.
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Non-infrastructure projects include community assessments, development of community action plans,
tracking and perfomunce monitoring, public awareness campaigns, bicycle and pedestrian safety, health
and environment training, incentive programs, and enforcement efforts.
Infrastmcture projects include crosswalks, sidewalks, pathways, bike racks, and speed trailers. All
infrastructure projects must be publicly accessible, within two miles of a K-8 school, and maintained by
a local government. School districts and local governments are eligible applicants for SRTS
infrastruct"llre funding.
11.1.5 Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ)
The federal funds available under this probl""tam are used to finance transportation projects and programs
to help meet the requirements of the Clean Air Act. Eligible activities include transit improvements;
traffic signal synchronization; bil<:e/pedestrian projects; intersection improvements; travel demand
m.anagem.ent sttategies; traffic flow improvements; and public fleet conversions to cleaner fuels. At the
project level, the use of Cl\1AQFunds is not constrained to a particular roadway system (i.e., St.<lte
Primary, State lJrban, and Nf-IS). Of the total received, 86.58 percent is federal and 13.42 percent is
non-Federal match. A requirement for the use of these funds is tlle estimation of the reduction in
pollutants resulting from implementing the probl""tam or project. These estimates arc documented on an
annual report submitted to the FI-IWA.
11.1.6 Other Federal Programs and Grants
There are numerous other federal programs and grant opportunities that could help fmance recreational
facilities and program.s. For example, Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) funds from the
Department of Housing and Urban Development may be available for improvements directed towards
economic development. Or, National Institute of Heald1 funds might be available for programs
developed to promote community health or senior health. The RP AB could work with the City's
Grants Coordinator to identify grant or program funds for specific programs or projects.
11.1. 7 Appropriations
The City is able from time to time to obtain appropnations for special projects by working with
Montana's congressional delegation. However, the City still needs to apply for funds from the relevant
agency (e.g., Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Interior, Housing and Urban
Development, etc.).
11.2 GALLATIN COUNTY FUNDING SOURCES
11.2.1 Gallatin County Open Space Bonds
Gallatin County Open Space Bond measures were passed by dle voters in 2000 and a.b:rain in 2004. The
bond meaSllres, :in the amount of $10 million dollars each, are for the purpose of preserving open space
in Gallatin County by purchasing land and conservation easements from willing landowners for the
following purposes: managing growth, preserving ranches and farms, protecting wildlife habitat and
water quality of streams and rivers, providing parks and recreation areas. The Gallatin County
Commission has appointed a 15 member citizens' advisory committee (Gallatin County Open Lands
Board) to oversee the grant probl""tam. The Open Lands Board reviews all applications and makes project
funding reconunendations to the County Commissioners who have the authority to spend the bond
money. The County Commission recently allocated $75,00U of open space bond monies to purchase
the Bonn Property. Open space bond funds were also used to acquire the Regional Park.
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11.3 LOCAL FUNDING SOURCES
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11.3.1 General Funds
This fund provides revenue for most major City functions like the administration of local government,
and the departments of public welfare, including parks, recreation and forestry. Revenues for the fund
are generated through the general fund mill levy on real and personal property and motor vehicles;
licenses and permits; state and federal intergovernmental revenues; intergovernmental fund transfers;
and charges for services. The Park and Recreation Departments are almost entirely funded through the
General Fund. Recreation programs or capital projects may be financed through the General Fund,
typically in conjunction with other financing resources.
11.3.2 General Obligation Bonds
General obligation bonds are primarily used to finance capital facilities such as buildings and public
in frastmcture, facilities that will provide service over many years. When the local government issues
debt to finance capital projects, paying for those projects over the course of twenty to twenty-five years,
the citizens who live in the community and benefit from the facilities are the same ones who pay for
them. When the local government issues a general obligation bond, it pledges its "full faith and credit"
to repaying the bond; tlle govenunent promises to use its full powers of taxation to raise whatever
revenue is necessary to pay the principal and debt service. Bozeman's ability to borrow is limited by a
debt ceiling based on a percentage of the City's tax base. The use of general obligation bonds would be
most fitting for large, expensive facilities that would benefit the entire community such as a new aquatics
center. The City could also consider the use of a general obligation bond for tl1e purchase of parlJand
or open space, similar to tl1e Countywide open space bond.
11.3.3 Special Improvement District
The City could use special improvement districts to make improvements to City parks. For example, an
SID could be formed in the northwest quadrant of the City to fund park improvements in that area.
The SID bond repayment would be made by tlle landowners receiving the benefit of the improvements.
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A Citywide SID has been discussed for park maintenance, similar to the City's existing Citywide SIDs
for street and street tree maintenance.
11.3.4 Development Impact Fees
Impact fees help to address the substantial fiscal impacts of new development by shifting costs to the
new development. The City of Bozeman already collects impact fees for water, sewer, streets and fire
improvements. The fees arc collected when a building permit is drawn, and are based on the si7.l:' and
number of residential unit, or tl1e size of commercial projects. The City could initiate a system of
impact fees for parks. The City of Missoula collects impact fees for parks, and collected $104,237 in
F\'2005 and $146,331 in FY20()6. The City of Belgrade also collects impact fees for parks.
11.3.5 Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
TIF is based upon the premise that public improvements - such as street improvements - in declining
areas could spur private redevelopment, thereby increasing the property tax base, and the additional tax
revenues could be used to offset the costs of the improvements that had spurred redevelopment. The
City of Bozeman currently has three urban renewal districts - Downtown Improven1.ent District, the
Nortl1east lJrban Renewal District and tl1e North 7th Avenue lJrban Renewal District. TIF funds could
be used withlll these districts to fund recreation-related projects.
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11.3.6 Developer Exactions
As allowed by state law, the City requires developers to dedicate parkland to the City, or pay a fee in-lieu
of parkland dedication, to meet the recreational needs of the future residents of their development The
City requires that developers improve dedicated parkland by leveling any park area, amending the soil,
seeding disturbed areas to allow mowing, and installation of an irrigation system. The City also requires
that developers install trails as part of their required transportation improvements.
11.3.7 Park Improvement Grants
The City typically allocates approxim.ately $150,000 for park improvement grants each fiscal year. These
funds are typically awarded to community groups, such as a user group or a neighborhood organization,
to fund improvements to City parks. This grant program requires that the re<'luesting group provide a
match of their own funds, donations or labor in-lieu of to complete a project. The funds are awarded
on a competitive basis, with applications submitted in the fall of each year. 111e RP AB reviews and
ranks the applications based 011 establ1shed criteria, and forwards a reconllnend;~tion to the City
Commission for final approval of the grant. Recent examples of park improvement grants include
$30,000 for pavilion at the Sports Complex and $40,000 for parking lot improvements at Bronken Park.
l', copy of the City's Guidelines for Parkland Grants is provided in Appendix H.
11.3.8 Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland
State law requires that developers provide dedicated parkland, or cash in-lieu of parkland dedication, to
provide for the recreational needs of the residents of the development. However, the current cash in-
lieu of parkland dedication system is flawed and cash in-lieu of parkland is rarely accepted (see Section
8.4 for a detailed analysis).
If the City's cash in-lieu valuation system is revised, as is recommended in this dc.Kuincnt, the use of
cash in-lieu of parkland dedication could allow the City to collect funds to finance, or partially finance,
important parkland purchases. Having some cash on hand would also allow the City to take advantage
of critical parkland aC<'luisition opportunities as they arise. The use of cash in-lieu of parkland funds
would provide the City with some control over the location, characteristics and tllJ.1ing of parkland
acquisition.
The City has established the following procedure for the expenditure of cash in-lieu of parkland
dedication funds:
1. A rninimum of SO percent of cash payments received from cash in-lieu of park dedication shall
be eannarked specifically for the development of park facilities outlined in this document.
2. Prior to the expenditure of cash in-lieu funds, projects within the City shall be jointly reviewed
by the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board and the Superintendent of Recreation and Parks.
The Recreation and Parks Advisoty Board in cooperation with the Parks and Recreation
Director shall establish ranking and review criteria to ensure that the requirements of Section 78-
:'-621 (5), J\ICA and its successors are met. The joint recommendation of the Recreation and
Parks Advisory Board and the Superintendent of Recreation and Parks shall be forwarded to the
City C0l1111ussiol1 who shall make the final decision on cash in-lieu fund use.
In order to <'lualify for the expenditure of City cash in-lieu funds, an individual park master plan
must exist or be prepared for the park in llllestion.
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If the City Comnussion consents to the expenditure of cash in-lieu funds, they may cause the
work to be completed by City personnel or may enter into an agreement with another party to
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complete the work subject to City standards and procedures. All terms of an agreement shall be
in compliance with applicable City financial and legal procedures and state law.
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11.4 PRIVATE FUNDING SOURCES
11.4.1 User Groups
User groups frecluently raise funds to nuke improvements to parks through fees and/or fundraising by
members. In the past, funds raised by user groups have been provided as a match for City park
improvement grant funds.
11.4.2 Fundraising
B07.eman residents often contribute to private fundraising dforts to purchase parks or open space, or
fund improvements to City patks. For example, some of the funding raised to purchase the Bonn
Property was raised privately by residents of the neighborhood.
11.4.3 Private Donation
Individuals or families often make private donations of land for use as City parks or open space. For
example, l-lauser Park was donated to the City. Often some of tile value of the property is donated and
some of the value is paid for, as was the caSe when Burke Park was aClluired. Private donation could
also consist of extinguishing development rights, especially when providing open space. Finally, the
provision of a trail casement across private property can be a fonn of private donation.
11.4.4 Foundations
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There are hundreds of private foundations, many of which make grants for recteational facilities anu
activities. For example, the American Hiking Society's National Trails Fund provides gra.nt funding to
grassroots organizations for establishing, protecting and maintaining foot trails in America. The Robert
K. \X-'oods Foundation often funds community health initiatives. Some manufactmers of sports drinks
OJ: foods fund recteation events such as a race. The RP AB could work with the City's Grants
Coordinator to identify grant programs for specific activities or projects.
11.4.5 Naming Rigbts
The City currently has a policy regarding the nanling of Bozeman parks, trails, or othn recreation areas
or facilities. The proposed name must by appropriate to the area or facility being names; be easy and
concise to pronounce; have some historic significance, be a memorial, ete.; and not be similar to an
existing name. In te1"1ns of process, the proposed name is submitted to the RPAB for a recommendation
to the City Commission. If the name is approved by thc City Commission, it is announced to the media
and the public, with the areal facility and usage described. Finally, a press release is issued and a
dedication cC1:emony is held. This existing policy does not include the collection of fees for nanling
rights. The City could revise tilis policy to include a fee for naming rights.
11.5 INNOVATION
The use of parkland dedication or cash in-lieu thereof through the development review process,
combined with the parkland aClluisition and development tools that have been traditionally used in
B07.cman, such as fundraising and private donation, ate not going to sufficiently provide for recreational
facilities over time. If the City is going to maintain a level of service of approximately 18.0 actes of
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parldand per 1,OOn people, additional means of acquiring parkland and recreational facilities must be
devised.
One example that has been discussed is the creation of a community foundation where citizens can
make charitable contributions to support, enhance and increase the City's recreational opportunities.
Donors could contribute to support the general activities of the foundation, or could donate funds for a
specific project. The City of Whitefish has had great success with a similar foundation.
There are many potential alternative methods of acquiring and developing parkland, open space and trail
corridors that should be explored by the RP AB, and any methods deemed appropriate should be
pursued.
11.6 INTERJURISDICTIONAL EQUITY
The City of Bozeman is surrounded by a significant amount of suburban and rural residential
development that is in the County. In many instances the parks provided in these County developments
are undeveloped or underdeveloped. As a result there is a large population of non-City residents that
ust' City parks on a regular basis but do not pay to accJuire, develop and maintain City of Hozeman
parks. When evaluatil1g parkland and recreation facility financing options, some consideration should
be given to opportunities that include residents living outside of - but in close proximity to - the City,
For example, ~l special improvement district created for park development could include City and
County properties.
City parks are also used by visitors, especially during the summer. In fact providing excellent parks and
recreation facilities is, and should continue to be, an important component of the City's economic
development strategy. These visitors do contribute to the impacts on City parks without paying directly
to support the patks. Therefore, funding options, such as a local option sales tax (which would require
changes in state law), should be explored that would better capture tourists dollars to fund parks.
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CHAPTER 12
Definitions
AMENITY. Aestl1etic or other characteristics of a development that increase its desirability to a
community or its marketability to the public.
ARCHEOLOCICAJ - RESOURCE. Any material of past human life, activities, or habitation that arc of
historic or prehistoric significance. Such material include but is not limited to pottery, basketry, bottles,
weapon projectiles, tools, structures, pit houses, rock paintings, rock carving, graves, skeletal remains,
personal items and clothing, household or business refuse, printed matter, manufactured items, or any
piece of the foregoing items.
AS-BUILT PLAN. Construction plans prepared after the completion of construction in such a manner
as to accurately identify and depict the location of on-site improvements.
ACCESSIBILITY. Extent to which all persons arc able to approach and utilize the City's park and
recreation facilities and prot,rrams.
BIKI~ LANE. 1\ portion of a roadway which has been designated by striping, signing and pavement
markings for the preferential or exclusive use of bicyclists.
Bn.::.n ROt TTE. j\ facility shared with motorists and identified only by signs WitllOUt any pavement
markings or lane stripes.
BOAT LAUNCH. Facility to launch and rettieve recreational boats from a trailer. Some are limited to
hand launching of smaller crafts such as canoes.
CAPn'.1-\L IMPROVEMENT. Any building or infrastructure project that will be owned by a
governmental unit and purchased or built with direct appropriations from the governmental unit, or
with bonds backed by its full faith and credit, or, in whole or in part. with federal or public funds, or in
anv combination thereof.
CASH-IN-LIEl1 OF DEDICATION. Cash payments which may be required of an owner or
developer as a substitute for a dedication of land or physical improvements.
COMMON OPEN SPACE. Undeveloped land within a subdivision that has been desit-,rnated,
ckdicated, reserved or restricted in perpetuity from further development and is set aside for the use and
enjoyrncnr by resident:;; of the development". Common ol")el1 space shall not be part of individual
residential Ints. It shall he suhstanti.ally free of structures, but ma\' contain historic structures aud
archaeological sites, and/or recreational facilities for residents, including but not !inut:ed to henche:,;,
piC1ue tables and int:ct:prer:ivc sig-nage as indicated on an approved development: plan. Stonnwarer
control facilities t'()r the benefit of the subdivision may also be located within common open space.
COMMON OWNERSHIP. Ownership by the same person, cOl1)()ration, finn, entity, partnership or
unincorpor:u'ed assoC1atlon; or ownership by different corporations, firn1s, partnership~;, or
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unincorporated association in \vhich a stockbroker, partner, or associate, or a member ()f his family
owns an interest in each corporation, fll:m, partnership, entity or unincorporated association.
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CONDOMINIUM. A building, or group of buildings, in which dwelling units, offices, or floor area are
owned individually and the structure, conunon areas, and facilities are owned by all the owners on a
proportional, undivided basis.
CONSER VATl ON EASEMENT. The grant of a property right or interest from the property owner to
the public or a nonprofit conservation organization stipulating that the described land shall remain in
perpetuity in its natural and open state, precluding future or additional development (with the exception
of any allowable structures or facilities).
CORE PAIUZ. Used for Parks Department budgeting purposes, refers to parks that comprise the
"core" of the City's park system. Those parks that the conununity uses the most, such as Lindley,
Bogert, South Side, Cooper, Beall and I<:.it:k. The Parks Department targets the core parks for a higher
level of maintenance due to the popularity and diversity of uses at these parks.
CRITICAL AREA. An area with one or more of the following environmental characteristics: 1) steep
slopes; 2) floodplain; 3) soils classified as having high water tables; 4) soils classified as highly erodible,
subject to erosion, or highly acidic; 5) land incapable of meeting percolation requirements; 6) land
formally used for landfill operations; 7) fault areas; 8) stream corridors; 9) mature stands of native
vegetation; 10) aquifer recharge and discharge areas; 11) wetland and wetland transition areas; and 12)
habitats of endangered species.
CRITICAL WILDLIFE HABITATS. Biologically diverse areas containing habitats of endangered or
threatened plant or animal species; contiguous freshwater wetland systems, defined as the zone of
biologic diversity primarily supported by wetlands and wetland systems; and prime forested areas,
including mature stands of native species.
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CULTURAL RESOURCES. A site or structure which is part of the area's cultural heritage; tl1at is,
which typifies a particular stage of human activity in the area. Cultural resources include archeological
sites, historic buildings and sites, and undisturbed natural sites that have historic or prehistoric
sipuficance.
DEDICATION. The deliberate appropnation of land by an owner for any general and public use,
reserving no rights which are incompatible with tlH:~ full exercise and enjoyment of the public use to
wluch tlle property has been devoted.
DENSIT\', GROSS. The number of dwelling units per unit of land used for residential purposes, witl1
unit of land being the gross residential acreage.
DENSITY, NET. The number of dwelling units per buildable U1ut of land, excluding any land used or
to be used as street rights-of-way, parks, public buildings or private nonresidential uses.
DETENTION POND. A facility for the temporary storage of stormwater runoff.
DEVELOPMENT. Any man-made change to improve or alter real estate, including but no limited to,
subdivision of land, buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filing, grading, paving, excavation or
drilling operations.
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DEVELOPMENT RIGHT. The rights, along with others such as mineral rights and water rights, that
are conunonly associated with real property ownership. Development rights, subject to local, state, and
federal regulations, provide the legal basis for property development.
DISABILITY. Incapacity by reason of illness, injury, age, congenital malfunction or other permanent or
temporary condition.
DON ATION. A voluntary gift for which no valuable consideration is given in exchange.
EASEMENT. A grant by a property owner to the public, a specific person or persons, other than the
owner, for a right to use land for a specific purpose or purposes.
FJ\CILIT\'. A place where an activity occurs.
FAIR MAIU:ln V ALLIE. The price of a building or land that would be agreed upon voluntarily in fair
negotiations between a lmowledgeable owner willing, but not forced, to sell and a lmowledgeable buyer
willing, but not forced, to buy.
FEE SIMPLE. J\ form of land ownership tlut includes all property rights, including the right to develop
land.
FINISHED (;fu\DE. The final elevation of the ground surface, that conforms with approved plans,
after cOlTlpletion of development.
FRONTAGE. That part of a park abutting on a street or way; except that the ends of incomplete
streets, or streets without an approved cul-de-sac, shall not be considered frontage.
C-i-REEN. An open space available for unstnIctured recreation, with landscaping conSISting of
maintained grassy areas, trees and other vegetation.
GREENWA Y. Any natural or landscaped course for pedestrian Of bicycle passage.
HABITAT. The sum total of cnvttomllental conditions of a specific place that IS occupied by an
organism, a population or a community.
HISTORIC RESOURCE. A building, structure, object, district or site of historical, architectural,
archeological or cultural sif.,>1uficance due to its location, desif.,>11, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling
and association.
LAKE:. A permanent body of open water five acres or more in size.
LAND TRUST. Private nonprofit orgu1uzations that work with private landowners to protect the
sensitive and important features of their property, primarily by fee simpl~~ acquisition of land by
donation or purchase or through conservation easements.
LEVEL OF SERVICE STANDARD. A measure of the relationship between SerVIce capaCIty and
service demand for public facilities.
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MULTI-USE PATH. An off-street path that can be used by several transportation modes, including
bicycles, pedestrians, and other non-motorized modes. Multi-use paths accommodate two-way travel.
NA TtJRAL PARK. A park that is not occupied by any structures or impervious surfaces, and 1s
characterized by a condition arising from or found in nature and not altered by human intervention.
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NATURAL RESOURCE. Existing natural elements relating to land, water, air, plant and animal life,
including but not limited to soils, geology, topography, surface and subsurface water, wetlands,
vegetation, and animal habitat.
OPEN SPACE. A land or water area devoid of buildings and other physical structures except where
accessory to tl1t' provision of recreation, including but not limited to benches, picnic tables and
interpretive signage.
P ARl\:. An area that is developed and maintained for recreatlOn, and is provided for the use and
enjoyment of the public.
PARE:.LAND.An area tlut is dedicated to the City and is suitabk for recreational purposes; does not
include watercourse setbacks Of detention! retention ponds, utilities, municipal infrastructure and othet
similar facilities.
PATHWAY. A facility tl1.at accommodates the recreational and/or transportation needs of pedestrians
and bicyclists including sidewalks, bike lanes, multi-use paths and trails.
PLAYGROUND. A publicly owned area for recreational use primarily by children.
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POND. A permanent or temporary body of open water which is less than 5 acres in si%c.
PRIVATE ACCESS. Recreational sites and facilities where only thc residents of the development and
their guests have the ability and! or right to reach, enter or use.
PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION. A community association which is organized witllin a
development in which individual owners share common interests and responsibilities for open space,
landscaping or facilities.
PUBLIC ACCESS. The ability and right of the general public to physically reach, enter or use
recteational sites and facilities.
PURCl-IA.SE OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (PDR). A public program to pay landowners the fair
market value of their development rights in exchange for a permanent conservation easement that
restricts development of the property. PDR programs are strictly voluntary.
RECREATION. The pursuit of leisure-time activities. The recreational activity may be active, such as
swimming or playing ball, or passive, such as wildlife viewing or picnicking.
RETENTION POND. A facility to collect and hold stormwater nl1loff with no surface outlet otl1.er
than perhaps an emergency spillway.
RIVER. 1\ free-flowing body of water from tllat point at which it provides drainage for a watershed of
25 Sl]lUlte aWes to its moutll.
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SHARED USE P 1\ TH. J\ Class I trail that is physically separated ftom motorized traffic by an open
space or boulevard strip, and is either within the street right-of-wav or a public trail easement on private
ptoperty. Shared use paths may be used by bicyclists, pedestrians, skaters, wheelchair users, joggers and
other non-motorized users.
STORM\X1ATER. The flow of water which results from precipitation and which occurs immediately
following rainfall or snowmelt.
STREAM. j\ channel that carries flowing surface water, including perennial streams and intermittent
streams with defined channels, and excluding man-made irrigation and drainage facilities.
TRAIL. A way designed for and used bv pedestrians, cyclists and other similar uses.
TRANSl"ER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS. A process by which development rights mal' be
transferred from one parcel of land to another.
USABLE. In the context of parks, land that is suitable for the intended recreational use in terms of
physical characteristics such as grade, vegetation, presence of surface water,size, location, access, etc.
WATERCOURSE. Natural or once naturally flowing (perennially or intermittently) water including
rivers and streams. Includes natural waterways that have been channelized, but does not include man-
made irrigation oj' drainage facilities.
W.ATERCOURSE SETBACK. The required distance ftom the ordinary high water mark of a
watercourse tei the nearest point of the applicable fence, stmcture, fill materials, parking area or other
similar improvement. \Xlatercoursl' setbacks cannot be uSl;xl to satisfy parkland dedication requirements,
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APPENDIX A
Community Recreation Needs Survey
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Board of the City of Bozeman needs your ideas and recommendations for the
planning and development of our community's recreation programs and facilities. Please help us evaluate the
recreation needs of our community by taking a few minutes to answer the following questions and returning your
answers to the Advisory Board in the enclosed, stamped envelope.
An anonymous donor has agreed to donate $1.00 to the Bozeman Food Bank for every survey response we receive.
Thanks for your participation and your help!
Your residence was randomly selected to participate in this community survey. All responses will remain completely
confidential. Thank you!
Sandy Dodge, Chairman
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Would you agree or disagree with the following statement?
The recreation opportunities now available in our community are adequate to meet the recreation needs of
the residents of my household.
Please select the one best answer by placing a check in the appropriate space.
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34 Agree strongly
183 Agree
55 Disagree
11 Disagree strongly
18 Uncertain at this time
6 No response
8 No opinion
2. Can you think of a recommendation to improve the City's recreation opportunities?
175 Yes. (Please state recommendation in a few words) Please see attached for written responses.
113 No, I can't think of any recommendation right now.
27 No response
3. Below is a list of recreational adivities available in the City. Please check 3 of these activities which are
most important to members of your household.
16 Baseball 216 Hiking/walking 5 Skateboarding
19 Basketball 14 Hockey 19 Sledding
109 Biking (other than BMX) 39 Ice skating 35 Soccer
5 BMX 58 Picnicking 11 Softball
82 Cross country skiing 59 Relaxing 75 Swimming
25 Disc golf 4 Rollerblading 4 T-Ball
. 8 Football 59 Running/jogging 26 Tennis
22 Other - Please list: Please see attached for written responses. 35 No response
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What additional recreational activity that is not listed in question 3 would you like to see developed in our
community?
76 Please list: Please see attached for written responses.
199 Can't think of any right now
40 No response
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5. Below is a list of some of Bozeman's recreational facilities. Please check the 3 facilities which ore most
often used by residents of your household.
86 (1) Arts/cultural facilities 31 (7) Ice rinks 27 (12) Soccer fields
17 (2) Baseball fields 9 (8) Indoor sports courts 14 (13) Softball fields
40 (3) Beaches 107 (9) Open space 80 (14) Swimming pools
54 (4) Dog parks 6 (10) Outdoor sports courts 22 (15) Tennis courts
7 (5) Football fields 161 (11) Parks 221 (16) Trails
17 (6) Other - Please list: Please see Item 6 below for "Other" facilities.
46 No response
6. How would you rote the adequacy of each of the 3 recreational facilities that you selected above?
Please list facility number and then check an appropriate rating for each facility.
List Facility Arts/cultural facilities
List Facility Baseball fields
list Facility Beaches
List Facility Dog parks
List Facility Football fields
List Facility Ice rinks
List Facility Indoor sports courts
List facility Open space
List Facility Outdoor sparts courts
List Facility Parks
list Facility Soccer fields
List Facility Softball fields
List Facility Swimming pools
list Facility Tennis courts
List Facility Trails
List Facility No response
Other: Ski hill
Other: Volleyball
Other: Sledding hill
Other: Christie Fields
Other: BMX park
Other: Golf course
Excel lent
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No Response
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Excellent Good Adequate Inadequate Poor No Response
. Other: Paved trails for rollerblading 0 0 0 1 0 0
Other: Bike lanes and paths 0 0 0 2 0 1
Other; Skateboard park 0 0 0 2 0 0
Other: Children's playgrounds 0 0 0 1 0 0
Other; Emerson ballroom 0 0 0 0 0 1
Other; Fairgrounds 0 0 0 0 1 0
Other; Folf courses (disc golf) 0 0 0 0 1 0
7. What additional recreational facility would you like to see developed in our community?
129 Please list;
Please see attached for written responses.
145 Can't think of any right now
41 No response
8. In the past 12 months, how often hove members of YOUI" household made use of any of Bozeman's City
parks?
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9. How would you rate the maintenance of the City parks that were used by members of your household?
. Excellent Good Adequate Inadequate Poor Did not use No Response
Very frequently 20 37 23 8 3 0 0
Frequently 11 42 35 8 0 0 0
Occasionally 6 43 30 9 2 0 0
Seldom 0 14 10 1 0 3 1
Never 1 0 0 0 1 4
No response 0 1 0 0 0 0
10. In the past 12 months, how often have members of your household made use of any of the public trails in
Bozeman?
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11. How would you rote the maintenance of the public trails that were used by members of your household?
Excellent Good Adequate Inadequate Poor Did not use No Response
Very frequently 31 56 29 7 2 0 0
Freq uently 11 42 22 5 2 0 2
Occasionally 4 28 26 2 0 0 0
Seldom 0 7 16 0 1 2 0
. Never 1 0 1 0 0 14 2
No response 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
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12. Can you think of a park or trail maintenance problem that should be addressed by the City?
129 Yes. (Please describe the problem in a few words) Please see attached for written responses.
169 No, I can't think of a park or trail maintenance problem right now.
17 No response
13. If you were a Bozeman City Commissioner, how would you rank the funding priority of the City's recreation
programs and facilities?
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14. How strongly do you feel about your response to the preceding question?
Strongly held opinion Moderately held opinion Mildly held opinion No Response
Very high 54 5 0 0
High 53 39 4 2
Medium 16 59 13 3
Low 8 10 0 1
Very low 1 0 1 0
No opinion 6 7 11 14
No response 1 0 0 7
15.
In your opinion, what recreation adivity and related facility should be the highest priority for the City?
In the space below, please list only 7 recreation activity and facility.
142 Please list: Please see attached for written responses.
104 No one recreation activity and facility should have highest priority.
49 No opinion at this time.
20 No response
16. Using the figure below, please indicate which of the four sections of the City includes your residence.
86 Section 1
35 Section 2
40 Section 3
1 50 Section 4
4 No response
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In order to correlate the survey responses with Bozeman's population profile, it would be very helpful if you
would indicate which year group below includes your present age.
2 Under 20 years
85 20-34 years
166 35-59 years 59 60 years and over 3 No response
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Can you think of a recommendation to improve the City's recreation opportunities?
1 75 Yes. (Please state recommendation in a few words)
1. # 1 Priority - Complete the 100 acre park on Baxter Lane. Let the community know about everything that is
available with a special flyer insert in the paper perhaps. If the community had more awareness & knowledge
more use and better funding opportunities.
2. Budgetary support from City and County for maintenance and expansion 2) continued large-block land
acquisition 3) continued work on trail corridors/connections.
3. A centralized, lighted sports complex. Force softball fields to share.
4. A community center that could house art education, physical education classes and community events.
5. A free or very low-cost Frisbee golf course. Keeping Peets Hill free of development. Marking the trails with
maps over by East Gallatin Recreation Area (I've gotten confused every time). Please fix the Bogart tennis courts!
6. A new swimming pool and more bicycle trails.
7. A new, larger outdoor pool.
8. A northern bike lane along Rouse is desperately needed. Also, more ice skating rinks.
9. A place for music, ballet, symphony, etc.
10. Acres of flat, grassy park land for whatever the citizens want to do on it (play, picnic, Frisbee, soccer, etc.).
11. Add more trails like linear park.
12. Addition of good bike paths.
13. Allowing folf to be played somewhere in town.
14. An ordinance requiring dog owners/walkers to dean up after their animals.
15. Another golf course.
16. Another skate-based park for skateboards.
17. At Bozeman Pond, by Mall - better trash pick-up (maybe adopted)i ant control at some (the ants on the beach
make it undesirable).
18. Ban dogs in most parks so I don't have to walk in shit all the time.
19. Better access to ball fields of all types.
20. Better baseball facilities. Nicer parks are needed and more park area.
21. Better control over the parks as to dogs.
22. Better playground equipment for children.
23. Better soccer fields.
24. BettN tennis COUrtsi white-water' conoe/kayak course.
25. Bicycle path on one side or the other on South Church/Sourdough to Kagy. There is just room enough for 2
cars passing each other. An accident is waiting to happen!!
26. Bike lanes connecting to various parks (including main streets, campus and Four' Corners).
27. Bike lanes on busy roads.
28. Bike lanes would save lives.
29. Bike lanes, ice skating, trails.
30. Bike lanes, more park space, public ice rink, ultimate Frisbee fields, and trails.
31. Bike path.
32. Bike paths.
33. Bike paths, on road bike lanes, access to the tap of Hyalite in the winter.
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34. Bike-friendly streets.
35. Boat rental at East Gallatin Recreation Area.
36.. Bozeman needs a new arts and performance center. Bozeman has too few places fOI' children to go
(playgrounds). Bozeman has nothing for teenagers - no clubs, no cafes...
37. Build a new swimming pool.
38. City endorsement of YMCA; more continuous walk/bike trails and open parks; more kid activities.
39. Clean up dog poop in parks, archery range, get rid of gravel and add sand to East Gallatin Recreation Area,
better public basketball courts and community tennis courts, new folf course, county golf course, rollerblading
area (better sidewalks).
40. Clean, well-maintained parks are enjoyed by all (no dogs).
41. Complete Main Street to the Mountains trail system and develop more soccer space.
42. Construct a water park like Missoula has planned.
43. Construct more parks on west side of town where growth is occurring.
44. Continue to add/include greenspace walkways (as wide as at least one lot) within these tightly-packed newly
built subdivisions. See greenspace in Harvest Creek neighborhood parallel to Hunter's Way.
45. Continue to expand to meet growing need.
46. Continue to improve/expand/creote bike lanes.
47. Control mud on trails. Improve (pave) Peets Hill parking 101.
48. Cooperate with Bridgel' Ski Foundation in developing/maintaining cross-country ski trails in and around town. In
fad, lead in this effort.
49. Create parks more equally - at least one lot in each subdivision (every 10 to 15 houses).
50. Creating more open space and parks by allowing "linear parks" is 0 waste of resources!
51 . Develop disc golf course away from Lindley Park so the park con be used for other activities.
52. Develop parks in the newer subdivisions - i.e., Rose Park.
53. Disc golf.
54. Disc golf course, tennis courts.
55, Don't sell the library land!
56. Family aquatic centel', recreation centel'.
57. Find more money for parks ond recreation.
58. Fix the tennis courts at Bogert Park.
59. Folf course.
60. Folf course.
61. Free pool use for poor children.
62. Frisbee golf course on west side - with chains.
63. Give some more attention to the needs of people with disabilities on our trail system. But we don't need asphalt
trails. Need some additional parking space" out of the mud at Peets Hill.
64. Go-cart track, mini golf, tennis courts, folf course, tubing hill.
65. Have jogging lanes marked on the streets.
66. Have more responsible dog owners.
67. I hope new bike lanes on "ne\'/' Babcock will connect downtown with west end better! Can the pond/park (Fish
and Game) west of mall be expanded to the north? Our best parks should be bigger.
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Improve sidewalks and trails to allow for be1ter pedestrian access to various parks, etc.
Improved parking lot at Peets Hill.
Increase bike lanes on City streets.
Increase energy into maintaining Bogert Pavilion for hockey in winter.
Increase the mileage of bike paths in and around town.
Increase timeframe ice rinks are open and maintained (i.e., bring in snow to pock down if necessary; flood at
night and on weekends).
Increase walking trails (improve uneven old sidewalks) and add biking lanes along busy streets.
Indoor tennis facility.
Install playground equipment for kids at COOpel" Park.
Interconnected bike paths.
Keep Bogert pool open longer in summer.
Keep dogs on leashes - enforce it.
Keep dogs out of "non-dog" areas! lawn 0 large dog, yet I remember what it is like to feal- them and to step in
their poop. You need to work harder on keeping dogs out of recreation areas.
Keep Southside Park open - gates ore locked during winter' due to skating - need access to playground.
Keep working on greenways/trails to Sourdough and the "M."
Keeping a wide-range of options for 0 diverse population.
Kids' community center. Place to hang out - non formal.
Kids wading pool.
Larger outdoor pool/hot tub.
Maintain ice skating rinks longer in winter. I know it was an unusual winter this year but still...
Maintain open trail systems and surrounding land. Spend money on open space within the City. The Library is
a good example of potential loss of open space.
Maintain what you hove!
Maintenance of facilities; noise barriers - policing rawdy patrons.
Make Southside Park skating rink a priority!
Maybe make more available to the west side of town. Post the Mall?
Maybe wading pools for the little kids - like Sacogawea Park in Livingston/or sprinklers like the ones in Chicago
parks for children.
More activities for families with children under 3 years old.
More and safer bicycle paths and more skateboarding areas.
More bike lanes and sidewalks.
More bike lanes on roads!! Some roads ore narrow and full of potholes! And, when there are bike lanes please
keep them cleaner as they ore otten filled with gravel and rocks.
99. More bike lanes on streets and more trails for hiking/walking.
100. More bike routes in town/more bike trails.
101. More bike trails (routes) within City.
102. More dog parks (no leash). Keep Bogart ice rink.
103. More dog-specific parks leads to less dog waste elsewhere.
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104. More financial support for parks maintenance and upkeep.
105. More hiking trails, especially in newly developing areas.
106. More linked trails.
107. More neighborhood parks.
108. More non-competitive recreational sports for youth.
109. More open space in new development areas.
110. More open space with trails, especially in new developments.
111. More outdoor sports like beach volleyball, tennis.
112. More pork space, more open space.
113. More parks with updated equipment suitable for children of all ages and well-maintained.
114. More parks, a second public pool, more bike paths/lanes, more open space.
115. Mare parks, more open space.
116. More places to walk in nature.
117. More places to walk in nature.
118. More soccer, softball (youth) fields for children. Another swimming pool (indoor) or larger facilities.
119. More swimming access in the summer.
120. More swimming and fishing ponds.
121. More teen activities, kayaking, rock-climbing.
122. More tennis courts.
123. More tennis courts, more and safer bike lanes, leash dogs on Peets Hill - I got bit!
124. More trails.
125. More trails and bike paths
126. More trails to mountains.
127. More trails, parks and usable sidewalks!
128. More trails, particularly Triple Tree south to Bozeman Creek and north to Kagy and Story Hills to the "M."
129. More walking trails and/or' dog parks/trails.
130. More walking trails in northwest section of town. Updated and safer playground equipment fOl' kids.
131. My recreation is downtown shopping - having to move my car every 2 hours is absurd! Othel' cities don't treat
downtown shoppers like Bozeman does - ridiculous!
132, Need baseball fields for 16-18 year aids. Need place for disc golf.
133. Need to keep existing facilities maintained. Remove ugly prison yard chain link fence at Southside Park. Parks
and Recreation should be one entity and work together. Revenue producing sports such as softball and
swimming should fund othel' recreation programs.
134. New and improved skate park to meet the demands.
135. New and safer equipment.
136. New nice outdoor pools spread around the community.
137. New surfacing on the tennis courts in the parks.
138. No more cash-in-lieu of green space - less garbage in parks - trails in town linked.
139. Offer' 50+ exercise program in yoga/tai chi aftel' work.
140. Organized cycling opportunities for beginner riders. Better rollerblading opportunities.
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141. OUI- experience in the parks, and in Bozeman in general, would be better if this City enforced leash laws.
142. OutdoN concerl area, more trails.
143. Please heat the recreation center pool by the high school. My daughters (5 and 2 years) can barely go in the
pool because they get so cold. Thank goodness for the hot tub. I'd like to see Bogert Park's equipment updated.
144. Please improve/update the equipment at Beall Park so there is an adequate park on the north side.
145. Public mailing of all opportunities available, i.e. t.ball, swimming, etc.
146. Put more gravel on Sourdough Trail.
147. Reinstate falf at Lindley. The park had far more use when folf could be played without a fine from the Bozeman
police!
148. Renovate Bogert Park bandshell.
149. Require developers to install playground equipment in parks when developing subdivisions.
150. Safe recreational activities for teens.
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151. Save Peets Hill, skating at Bogert Park with reasonable hours.
152. Save Soroptomist Park!!!
153. Seating for grandparents near play areas in the small parks for watching grandchildren.
154. Skate park for specifically bikes, expansion of BMX tracle
155. Some attending to neighborhood pocket parks would be useful.
156. Some dog-free zones or parks would be nice.
157. Stop building housing developments on the beautiful open space around Bozeman.
158. Stop purchasing $50,000 mowers for a 3 month application!! Less expensive mowers work fine.
159. Strict enforcement of dog leash law and cleaning up poop after their pets.
160. Tennis court maintenance needs improving or more courts.
161. Tennis courts and basketball hoops open to the public (outdoor).
162. The youth "farm league" and "minors" baseball teams need better kept fields to play on. They have been full of
gopher holes and gophers. They are either tripping in the holes as the play the game, or watching the gophers
run in and out of the holes!
163. This City really needs a good dog park!
164. Throw out old, lazy "corrupl" Universal Athletic Service bureaucracy and get in new blood.
165. Trails, bike lanes and paths on more streets, port-a-potties in more parks and appropriate locations on trails.
166. We need a YMCA.
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167. We need facilities to be maintained, expanded, and improved - soccer, basketball, ten nis, bike lanes, and
pa rks.
168. We need more bike trails for students, seniors, children, and the developmental disabilities community.
169. We need more trails for walking, separate bike trails and open space with trails.
170. We want parks without dogs. Completion at parks on Oak Sf.
171. Website that shows what is available for recreation opportunities and locations.
172. What ever happened to park equipment such as swings, slides, merrY.90-rounds, teeter-totters? As long as this
equipment is not neglected in its maintenance, the public would use at own risk.
173. Would like to see opportunities for non.competitive, just for fun, sports (baseball, volleyball, football, softball,
soccer). Available at more times than the standard seasons.
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174. Yes, keep Peets Hill. Continue walking and biking trails. Make downtown more bike-friendly.
175. YMCA.
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3. Below is a list of recreatio'nal activities available in the City. Please check 3 of thesE' activities which are
most important to members of your household.
22 Other - please list:
l. City band conc:erns eac:h summer
2. Climbing
3. Climbing
4. Dog play opportunities - leash free
5. Dog walking
6. Dog walking/letting run free for a while
7. Driving up Gallatin Canyon
8. Fishing
9. Fishing (more kids pond type activities)
10. Golf
1l. Golf
12. Golf, rock climbing
13. Horseback riding
14. Kayaking
15. Places to toke my dog both walking and swimming .
16. Play with children
17. Playground equipment
18. Playground equipment - swings, slides, etc.
19. Roc:k climbing
20. Skiing
2l. Skiing/snowboarding (in town on roils)
22. We enjoy 011 activities
4. What additional recreational activity that is not listed in question 3 would you like to see developed in OUI-
community?
76 Please list:
1. Acres to recreate with unleashed dogs
2. Adult soccer league??
3. Allowing people to slide roils in parks on ski/snowboards
4. Anything for toddlers
Ballroom clanc:ing - spaces to do it
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BBQ
Beac:h volleyball
Beach volleyball
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Better fencing, more equipment for presc:hoolers
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Bicycle paths and lanes throughout town/county
Bike paths and trails
Bike paths!
Birding
Boating on the lakes in the 100 acre park!
Bozeman has no adequate family swimming pool. Bozeman Swim Center (BHS) is not clean and water is too
cold and chlorinated. Locker rooms are small and not clean.
Clean and make user-friendly parks we do hove
Connector trails
Cyclecross area with jumps
Disc golf has been absent in our community for 5 or 6 years - needs to be worked on so that we can hove 2
courses ASAP!
20. Dog pork
21 . Downhill skiing
22. Downhill skiing, fishing
23. Fishing
24. Fishing
25. Fishing ponds and NO DOGS! Only clean fish!!
26. Frisbee
27. Golf course
28. Golf, lacrosse
29. Groomed cross-country skiing or bike trail around town
30. Horseback riding. cross country course or something like Herron Pork in Kalispell, MT
31 . Horseshoe pits
3:2. Horseshoes in a pork (public pits)
33. Indoor soccel-
34. Interpretive nature trail
35. Kayaking, rock-climbing, synchronized swimming
36. Lacrosse, outdoor survival, safety
37. Large open spaces with trees and water for leisure and play; open spaces are dissolving rapidly.
38. More actual biking/walking paths thru town. A park in the northeast neighborhood.
39. More bike.friendly streets
40. More community garden spaces (considered recreational for some).
41. More concern about the arts. We have quite an artistic community. If approached in the right way, this could be
part of the financial/economic base of Bozeman.
42. More modern play equipment - what is up with that antique metal death trap at Bogert2
43. More mountain bike trails
44. More walking or biking trails out of traffic
45. More walking or biking trails out of traffic
46. Outdoor bouldering (climbing) pork, gardens (native species)
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47. Outside music events
48. Places that permit and foster- silence and contemplation
49. Platform tennis courts at Bogert or County Fairgrounds (fall/winter/spring sport)
50. Playground equipment in every neighborhood. We hove to travel quite far for a good park and we live in town.
51. Playground equipment. Bogert pool is usually freezing as well.
52. Playgrounds for young children
53. Racquetball courts outside
54. Reasonable programs and activities/parks for children
55. Rock climbing
56. Rock climbing
57. Running courses with stations
58. Self-guided nature tours and natural history
59. Shooting range
60. Skiing
61. Sledding/tubing hill with tow rope
62. Snowboard park - lighted, alter school
63. Soroptomist Park!!!
64. Teen center/dance hall
65. The arts - theater, music....
66. The City should "adopt" the swim team which would allow all income levels to participate and coordinate facility
use with other aquatic programs. A City basketball league for kids.
67. Uncouple Universal Athletic Service from local sports programs. Examine "books" of so"called non-profits!
68. Upgrade playground equipment
69. Volleyball
70. Volleyball
71. Volleyball (indoor and beach). Indoor volleyball needs an organized program.
72. Volleyball, Frisbee
73. Water park, miniature golf, go-carts, still wove
74. We need 0 park with a large lake or something like that
75. Wildlife watching (birds, forest/river/meander ecology)
76. Yoga/tai chi for 50+
7. What additional recreational facility would you like to see developed in our community?
129 Please list:
1. A City-wide trail system to avoid Durston and Babcock!
2. A great theater for musical events
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A lap pool - restricted only to this purpose
A large outdoor- amphitheater - seating for 5,000
A park with excellent playground equipment (learners' fort) and picnicking spots.
A safer sledding area
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Affordable space far our non-profit performance groups (theater primarily).
Amphitheater, more park area
10. Another dog-walking area (off leash)
11 . Another outdoor pool
12. Arboretum
13. Areas that are "open space" but not developed for any particular "activity"; just left as it is.
14. Art/recreation center all in one
15. Arts and cultural facilities on the west side, ditto ice rinks and trails.
16. Arts and cultural facility
17. Arts at City Center
18. Arts center - theater, studios
19. Auditorium
20. Ballrooms
21. Baseball, soccer
22. Better cross-country ski trails
23. Better, more friendly dog parks with lakes
24. Bigger skate park
25. Bike lane South Third to Nash to South Sourdough
26. Bike lanes
27. Bike routes throughout town
28. Bike trails
29. Biodiverse natural areas
30. Bogert Park tennis courts could use new nets and resurfacing.
31. Botanic garden/park
32. Civic center
33. Coin-operated lights at tennis courts/basketball courts and at skate park. But please maintain existing
arts/cultural facilities to their maximum potential (Beoll Park Arts Center needs to remain as such, not be
converted to offices.
Community indoor sports facility - soccer- and floor hockey
Complex fO!" the arts
Cultural center
Dance povilion
Disc golf
Disc golf
Disc golf course
Disc golf courses
Downtown arts center
Expansion of swim center, especially locker room space and more room for exercise equipment.
Fishing access to East Gallatin River and bike poths
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45. Folf courses
46. Garden community center - teaches kids how to grow their own food; the food that the kids grow/plant/cultivate
is donated or purchased by local businesses.
47. Girls fast pitch fields
48. Hang out for teens (non-authoritarian)
49. Horseback riding - cross country course or something like Herron Park in Kalispell, MT
50. I'd love to have a heated pool (for both winter and summer swimming).
51. Improve tennis courts and ice rinks maintenance/facility so season lasts longer.
52. Improved dog parks
53. Indoor building for users of Lindley Park - changing, warming, meeting, bathrooms - year round but especially
for all skiers in winter.
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54. Indoor driving range/putting green/golf simulator
55. Indoor gym?
56. Indoor hockey (beside Ice Garden). Indoor place for music. Outdoor band shell (specifically designed).
57. Indoor shooting
58. Indoor swimming
59. I ndoor tennis
60. Keep working on greenways/trails to Sourdough
61. Kids playground fort (see Helena's new fort at Memorial Park)
62. Large park with water sports
63. Larger baseball fields
64. Larger or multiple skate parks
65. Lindley folf course
66. Main Street to mountains trail
67. Miniature golf
68. Miniature golf, bumper cars
69. More bike lanes and paths with connectivity of paths
70. More bike trails
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71 . More dog parks
72. More indoor facilities - soccer, baseball practice, weight training.
73. More modern ploy equipment - what is up with that antique metal death trap at Bogert?
74. More neighborhood parks, more tennis courts
75. More open space, more parks
76. More poop dispensers for those who can't seem to pick up their dog poop.
77. More swimming!
78. More tennis courts and platform tennis played year-round
79. More trails
80. More trails
81. More walking/biking trails/bike lanes!
82. Need playgrounds for grandchildren.
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83. Neighborhood parks in new areas.
84. None, but nicer bathrooms would be good
85. Open space and trails
86. Outdoor amphitheater
87. Outdoor conceri amphitheater
88. Outdoor swimming pool
89. Outhouse at Peets Hill and near Lindley ski trails
90. Parks - undeveloped parks allover the City!
91. Parks with more benches, public swimming
92. Pedestrian and cycling paths and lanes throughout town.
93. Performing arts center
94. Performing oris centel"
95. Platform tennis tied to existing locker/shower building
96. Playground equipment at Bogert Park
97. Playgrounds
98. Port-a-potties in parks and along trails
99. Public pool
100. Recreation cente!"
1 01 . Recreation center, outdoor pool
102. Roller-skating !"ink (indoor-)
103. Save Beall and create second. Open space and trails.
104. Shooting range
105. Skateboarding opportunities - indoor and outdoors
106. Skatepork
107. Small concert place, 100 to 150 people
108. Soroptomist Park!!!
109. Special events center
110. Summer season ski jump hill
111. Swimming pool
112. Swimming pool (indoor)
113. Swimming pool (warm water" and clean), performing arts center, club/cafes for teenagers
114. Swimming pools and ponds
115 . Teen game center
116 . Tennis courts
11 7 . Tennis courts - inside and out
118. Trail from Peets Hill parking lot to new library. Do not sell any of this property! Do not sell Soroptomist Park!
119 _ T mils with night lighting for safety
120. Utilizing Lindley's amphitheater for outdoor music - or build new one if not sufficient
121. Wading pool with fountains, carousel, more biking trails
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1 22. Warming huts at ice rinks
123. Water park or kid's fountain for little ones to wade in and get their feet wet. The stream at the park near Town
and Country is an example.
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124. Waterslide park, race cars, etc.
125. Wellness facility
126. YMCA
127. YMCA
128. YMCA
129. YMCA
12. Can you think of a park or trail maintenance problem that should be addressed by the City?
129 Yes. (Please describe the problem in a few words)
1. "M" trail. No garboge cons and baggies oVDilable for dOl] pUop.
2. Dog poo - more plastic bags, garbages. 2) Open and available restrooms.
3. A muddy Peets Hill during the spring thaw, but what can be done about thot?
4. A place at park entrances where people could donate plastic bogs for people to pick up otter their dog mess
5. Bathrooms at all parks are frequently locked and need to be kept open everyday. Bogart's basketball and tennis
courts ore in a shameful state of disrepair. Kirk Park's sprinklers need protection for heads so City doesn't have
to keep replacing them.
6. Be sure dog bogs are available to dean up after the animals
7.
Better encouragement for people to ALWAYS pick up after their dogs even when business is done off trail - smell
can be horrendous. Fix the tennis courts! Dangerous!
Better weed control
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8.
9. Bike lanes!
10. Bikes on Peet's Hill on wet trails (including Wortman Troil) creates ruts and mud.
11. Bogert Park Pavilion bathrooms ore almost always dirty, trash not emptied in 0 timely manner.
12. Bogert tennis court surface and replace with platform tennis (some cost, new sport?!?!)
13. Bozeman Ponds not always 0 clean area
14. Cleanliness?
15. Construction company messing up and not fixing the trail near our house.
16. Control mud on trails (linear trail, Peets Hill)
17. Cooper Park - the paths area is rutled and doesn't drain properly
18. Cutting grass
19. Dog crap on too many trails
20. Dog crap, red-chipped gravel at baseball diamonds.
21. Dog doo . people need to learn to clean up otter their animals!
22. Dog droppings
23. Dog excrement too high - Cooper Park. Too many unleashed dogs.
24. Dog feces
25. Dog feces and unrestrained animals frightening my 4 and 6 year old daughters on the trails.
26. Dog leavings
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27. Dog mess
28. Dog owners need to be fined $ for not picking up their poop. We do!!
29. Dog poop
30. Dog poop
31 . Dog poop
32. Dog poop at Peets Hill
33. Dog poop bags needed
34. Dog poop clean up, trash, too many people
35. Dog poop!
36. Dog poop!
37. Dog poop! Need more benches for walking seniors.
38. Dog poop, unleashed rowdy dogs
39. Dog poop. In Jackson Hole, there are stations along trails with a waste basket/plastic bags specifically for dog
poop.
40. Dog poop/dogs
41. Dog shit
42. Dog turds in parks
43. Dog waste - maybe provide "doggie poop bags" at beginning of troils that people can take with them
44. Dogs and dog poop
45. Dogs and dog shit are polluting some trails/parks
46. Dogs at East Gallatin Recreation Park even though they are forbidden.
47. Dogs should be on leash or not allowed on Sourdough Ridge
48. Enforce that people pick up after their dogs!!! If a few tickets were given fO!" people not picking up after theil'
dogs word would spread.
49. Enforce the dog on 0 leash on the trail
50. Enforce the leash low. Ticket people who walk dogs without a pooper scooper or bag in hand.
51. Enforcement of pet ordinances.
52. Enforcing: pick up your own dog poop. Hopefully after some tickets are given people will be more responsible _
then we won't need enfO!"cement.
53. Far too much dog dirt on trails.
54. Fill in muddy areas.
55. Fill the low areas of Gallagator T rail to reduce post-rain puddles
56. For trails, please upgrade dirt surfaces to compacted gravel to reduce mud. Mow trail edges more frequently.
57. Galligator trail is muddy at times and people don't clean up aftel' their dogs
58. Garbage, dog poop, Frisbee golfers in Lindley Park
59. Grooming bike trail in wintel'
60. Have people with dogs more aware of the need to pick up aftel' them - baggies?
61. Hippies - smoking their drugs and using alcohol
62. I worry about dog poo on the ground
63. I'm concerned about bicyclists on Peets Hill to the watel' towel' (impact on trails and dangel' to oldN folks)
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64. In general terms, just keep clean and maintain what we have
65.
66.
Increasing use
Keep bathrooms cleaner
67. Keep bathrooms open, supplied and clean year-round, along with "warming huts" in winter
68. Keep trail trimmed
69. Kids swings too high. Not enough flowers in parks. Too much dog poop.
70. Litter from nearby construction sites
71. Maybe grate often in the spring after melt is over.
72. More benches at the "M" to take in the view
73. More bike paths around and through town.
7 4. More dog poop baggies and receptacles. More organized public clean-up days.
75. More private trails south from school on Arnold to the south and west
76. More private trails south from school on Arnold to the south and west.
77. More public encouragement to users to keep trails clean
78. More trail development
79. More trees need to be planted.
80. Mud on "M" trail and people making their own trails on the "M". My friend and I keep pulling brush over the
secondary thin trails.
81. Muddy trails need gravel or woodchips
82. Need control for people who walk their dogs in the parks that don't clean up the mess
83. Need to spend more time flooding Bogert Pavilion/rink
84. No leash law on linear trails
85. Non-respectful dog owners
86. Noxious weeds along trails, poor signs on Sourdough Trail
87. Park equipment is outdated and rundown
88. Parking at Peets Hill
89. Parking lot at Peets Hill
90. Parks don't get enough water - trees and bushes die. How about a volunteer group to "adopt a park."
91. People don't "pick-up" after their dogs.
92 _ People don't pick up after dogs. Picnic tables dirty
93. Plant more trees
94. Play equipment at Beall Park (next to the Arts Center) is outdated and sized for babies. It's fine to have a small
area for younger children, but we need an area for bigger kids too.
95. Please clean the restrooms at Bogert. Provide portable restrooms at Cooper.
96. Please let the public know when you weed-n-feed the grass in parks - perhaps put up small signs on gross that
has been sprayed
97. Please plant more trees and pines need pruning/shaping
98. Prevent erosion
99. Prevent the cutoffs by blocking with fence
100. Residents need to be educated about cleaning up after their dogs
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101. Ridding the parks of dog poop
102. Ruts in Pointed Hills trail, perhaps no bikes when wet?
103, Signs that hove been vandalized on,Story Mill Spur Trail
104, Snow melt does not drain off trails in some areas making a muddy trail
105. Snow removal, paving or better gravel layers to reduce mud
106. Some of the Bogert Park's equipment needs updating, A child could eosily fall off the high areas.
107, Some of the trails are overgrown and you can't get through, also a lot of garbage is on the ground
108. Some trails need resurfacing (more gravel)
109. Sometimes the "M" trail gets a bit muddy, but within reason, can it be corrected?
110. South Church/Sourdough Road
111. Southside Park and not letting Cooper Park turn into one big dog kennel
112. Standing water on trails - fill in low spots
113. Surface trails to minimize mud problem (e.g., use "crushed fines"); more poop bogs and garbage cans on Peets
Hill.
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114. The City needs to get more active in cross-country ski trail maintenance. track setting verses letting the BSF dues
foot much of the bill. Everyone can use these tracks!
115. The play structure at Bogart badly needs painting. Tennis courts at Bogart and south side need resurfacing.
116. The trails are getting more and more use. We need more trails and more parks. We are an outdoor
community.
117 . Too many dogs ore destroying the natural vegetation in parks, especially Burke and Bozeman Ponds.
118. Too many loose dogs
119 . Too much garbage and dog poop. More waste receptacles.
120. Trail to "M" is contaminated with dog excrement to the point of being unusable by non-dog owners
121. Trails are muddy in spring, but I don't know what improvement could be made.
122. Trails are too muddy, need gravel
123, Trails on Peets Hill get rutty from bikes
124. Trails sometimes too narrow (e.g., Painted Hills) or rutted by bikes; port-a.potties/restrooms
125. We hove 0 neighborhood "park" that the City required the developer to set aside. It gets mowed two times per
summer. It has been 10 years and all it has is weeds.
126. Weed control and watering
127, Weed removal from trails. Little to no maintenance of parks.
128. Weeds cut regularly by Peets Hill/Lindley Pork all newly purchase land
129. Wish that all the trails connected well like Pork City
15. In your opinion, what recreation activity and related facility should be the highest priority for the City?
In the space below, please list only 1 recreation activity and facility,
142 Please list:
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1.
2.
3.
4,
#1 outdoor paths and trails; #2 swimming for kids
lOO-acre pork (give some money to this group)!!!
A bicycle compatible rood neiwork
A community center with a decent state and adequate seating.
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5. A new outdoor pool.
6. Acres of flat, grassy pork land for whatever the citizens wont to do on it (play, picnic, Frisbee, soccer, etc.)
7. An additional swimming pool
8. Arts and cultural center"
9. Arts and culture
10. Arts/cultural
11. Arts/culture facility
12. At this moment, jeopardized trails/open space at Library site
13. Band shell
14. Baseball fields
15. Beall Park
16. Bike lanes for cyclists
17. Bike lanes to save lives
18. Bike paths
19. Bike routes
20. Bike trail grooming
21. Bike trails
22. Bike trails
23. Bogert hockey rink
24. Bogert really needs help and could be a fabulous park with better water facilities ond updating!
25. Bogert tennis courts
26. Central recreation center (Lindley?) Neither Swim Center nor a mostly locked Lindley Center counts...
27. Conservation of open space.
28. Creote more parks with updated, well-maintained equipment
29. Cultural/arts center, trails, open spaces
30. Cycling lanes
31 . Develop Rose Park area. Swimming, recreation facility and parle
32. Developing parks in areas of new subdivisions.
33. Disc golf
34. Emerson/arts & culture, parks-trails-open space/l 00 acre park
35. Expanding the trail system
36. Fairgrounds
37. Family-oriented parks
38. Finish soccer complex
39. Fishing
40. Fort like structure like Memorial Park in Helena, 01" like the castle in Missoula
41. Girls fast pitch has been totally ignored and has to fight for space
42. Greenways and trail system
43. Heating the indoor and outdoor pools.
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44. High-quality park and trail development and maintenance that keeps pace with growth.
45. Hiking trails
46. Hiking, biking trails
47. Hiking, walking and open space
48. Hiking/walking trails
49. Hiking/walking; new trails in south end of Bozeman to mountains.
50. Hockey - ice time for adults (as well as the kids)
51. Ice skating/hockey/ice rinks
52. Indoor swimming, nicer than high school's
53. Interlinked trail system through City!
54. Keep dogs out of parks
55. Kid's sports
56. Lighted centralized baseball/soccer/football pork.
57. Lindley folf course
58. Maintain and create open space
59. Maintaining City parks - restrooms, trash pickup, tennis courts and play equipment
60. Maintenance of existing facilities (especially Bogert's basketball and tennis courts) and fast-track disc golf course
completion.
61. More baseball/soccer fields
62. More trails
63. Mountain biking and hiking trails
64. Multiuse trails (run/hike/bike)
65. New outdoor" pool
66. New ski iump on Peets Hill
67. Night lighted parks and trails.
68. Obtainin~1 as much open space/trails easements as possible
69. Open space
70. Open space
71. Open space
72. Open space - a dying resource; can't be replaced. Just look at any big city; they should have put it in while they
hod the chance.
73. Open space and trails
74. Park and linked trail system
75. Park and trail maintenance
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76. Park space
77. Parks
78. Parks
79. Parks
80. Parks
81. Parks
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82. Parks
83. Parks
84. Parks and field maintenance far open space and sports
85. Parks and their use
86. Parks and walking/hiking
87. Parks, open space, tennis courts
88. Pedestrian trails - not only for recreation but means of getting around city by foot and bike
89. Peets Hill - I feel its more important than a new library
90. Peets Hill/Lindley - Sweet Pea Festival
91. Performing arts center
92. Performing arts center
93. Performing arts center, cafe/club for teenagers
94. Pool
95. Pool and Bogert Pork
96. Pool, parks, trails
97. Prabably children who need to learn how to swim, with 0 few hours for adults only
98. Protect our land within City limits!
99. Pratecting Peets hill and trails
100. Quiet recreation and open space/parks
10 1. Recreation activity that can be used by 011.
102. Recreation activity - knowledge; related facility - community center.
103. Recreation of the self-powered transportation/travel variety (biking/walking paths).
104. Skiing
105. Soccer and skating for kids and grandkids, but trails for me
106. Soccer, skating for kids and grandkids, but trails for me.
107. Southside Park
108. Special events center
109. Support of the regional park at Baxter Meadows
110. Swim Center and City Recreation Department
111. Swimming
112. Swimming facilities
113. Swimming pool
114. Swimming pool
115. Swimming pool facility
116. Teen hang out
117. Tennis courts
11 S. Tennis courts at Bogart.
119 . Tennis or ice skating west of 19th
120. Trail system expansion, include crass-country ski trails
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Other comments:
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6.
7.
8.
9.
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121. T rail system, especially Burke Park
122. Trail/park system
123. Trails
124. Trails
125. Trails
126. Trails
127. Trails
128. Trails
129. Trails
130. Trails
131. Trails
132. Trails and open space for hiking and play
133. Trails and parks
134. Trails and walking/hiking
135. Trails for biking and walking. encourage people not to drive as much.
136. Tmils, bike trails
137. Universal events center, i.e. like the field house, could be used for music/hockey/rodeo/ice skating/circus and
other performances.
138. Usel'-friendly, clean - NO DOGS
139, Walking trails in open space.
140. Walking, dog walking, Gallagatol', Peets Hill.
141. We really need priority on the arts/cultural theater facilities and studios.
142. Willson School improved for- performances.
1. Aren't softball fields the some as baseball fields? I use the high school and MSU tennis courts because the City
ones are in poor condition. I don't know how to fairly prioritize funding because I don't know all the issues the
City Commissioners face.
2. At Bogert Pork, the equipment is extremely outdated and dangerous,
3, Beaches often dirty; Tennis court surface not maintained
4. Better ventilation of indoor pool would help - strong chlorine smell. Quality of life is what makes Bozeman so
appealing and keeps people balanced. Our youth/young adults need adequate recreational activities/facilities
to help keep them busy.
Bogart and Southside tennis courts are inadequate until redone. Recreation programs and facilities add to the
quality of our- family lives.
Bogart pool in the summer is extremely crowded. Air- quality in swim center appears dangerous?! Toxic levels
on some days?!
Bogert band shell needs repairs. Bogert's asphalt in pavilion has not been redone in 30 years. Park crews have
25 years of experience maintaining rinks, etc. and should be given more of 0 say in how they are managed.
Budget numbers not available to make an informed decision for question 13.
Even more trails would be better-.
Fairgrounds needs pavement and more maintenance, but could be ticket for EVERYTHING!
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11. For recreational facilities, trails should be unpaved. Thank you for asking!
Golf is not mentioned in the recreation activities list. As president of one of the soccer clubs, I am amazed at
how desperate we are for practice space! But, at least so far we keep finding some!
13. Hockey at Bogert rink need hours in winter. Peets Hill needs the land as promised by Library. The maintenance
of City parks is understaffed and under funded.
12.
14. I om over 70 years old and do not use the parks. I enjoy seeing others use them.
15. Ice skating rink at the fairgrounds is excellent; the other rinks need maintenance.
16. In regards to Question 14, I don't know how funds are allocated.
17. Is there a place where all of the recreational activities available are listed and made known to everyone? Need
a guide to recreation. Everywhere in Bozeman is a dog park! Too much dog poop!! Enforce leash lows!
Thanks. Keep up the good work.
18. Keep kids out of trouble and keeps families togeth8l'.
19. Kudos to GVL T
20. Maintenance in undeveloped parks is inadequate. Priorities: 1. public safety (jail problems) 2. City services like
water, sewer, etc. 3. public roadway (improvements to Durston/Babcock) 4. Parks
21. My husband and I are senior citizens (70+) so our recreational needs are different than that of young families.
22. Need more beaches. Protect the trails we have and develop more. Don't sell all the land around trails!
23. Not enough open space. Trails need to be continuous. Need more tennis courts around town.
24. Park restrooms should be updated.
25. Recreation opportunities are adequate but have room for improvements and additions. Thonk you for including
us in the project. I am a local kid born and raised here so this is a wonderful opportunity.
26. Recreation programs and facilities are directly related to quality of life in our community.
27. Recreational facilities ore too expensive, need too much maintenance, and need too large of an area.
28. Retired - no interest
29. Schools must come first then recreation.
30. Thank you Bozeman service clubs.
31. The Bogert Park tennis courts are inadequate.
32. The City does well at park and trail maintenance; people using them ore careless. Swimming pools are
important because water theropy is used a lot for health reasons.
33. The maintenance of City parks should be better.
34. This survey cost the City $0.74 per contact in postage alone, plus printing. Have you no better use for our
taxes?
35. Too many unleashed dogs and uncaring owners in parks and on trails. The "M" has literally gone to the dogs - I
was there a couple weekends ago and smelled the poop and saw the dogs!
36. Trail system is important.
37. Trails and green spaces as more development occurs.
38. Uses the ice rinks a lot, weather permitting.
39. Uses the MSU fields for soccer and not City facilities.
40. We have a big yard and there's usually too much dog poop at the parks.
41. We need generic flat playing fields and specific specialized spaces too! Livable city == economic vitality.
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User Group Survey
APPENDIX B
User Group Survey and Results
December 2, 2005
Contact Person
User Group
Street Address
City, State ZIP
RE: Bozeman Area Recreation User Group Survey
Dear Contact Person:
The City of Bozeman is currently preparing a new Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails
(PROST) Plan for the City of Bozeman. This document will become part of the City's growth
policy to guide the acquisition, development and maintenance of recreational lands and
facilities, and will replace the currently adopted 1997 Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST)
Plan. The Bozeman Recreation & Parks Advisory Board is directing this planning effort.
As with any long-range planning project, the City is committed to encouraging and facilitating
public involvement in this important planning process. The City's Recreation and Parks Advisory
Board is especially interested in obtaining input from recreation user groups due to their
frequent utilization of City parks and recreation facilities. As a user group representative we ask
that you take a few moments to complete the short enclosed survey, and return the survey in the
provided stamped and addressed envelope. Please return the survey no later than December
23,2005
If you no longer are the contact person for this group, please contact Jody Sanford at 582-
2260. Thank you in advance for your assistance with this effort.
Sincerely,
~ -:S>;J~
Sandy Dodge, Chair
Bozeman Recreation & Parks Advisory Board
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USER GROUP SURVEY
Bozeman Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST Plan)
1. User group name:
2. Contact person:
3. Contact phone:
4. Contact mailing address:
5. Contact e-mail address:
6. Description of program(s):
7. Number of members/participants:
8. Season/dates of program(s):
9. Ages served by your program:
10. Percentage of members/participants that are City residents vs. County:
City
County
11. Is there a fee to participate? D No D Yes. How much?
12. Which parks and/or recreation facilities does your group use?
o City of Bozeman parks and/or facilities
o Non-City of Bozeman parks/or facilities
Please list:
Please list:
13. If not currently using City of Bozeman parks and/or recreation facilities, would your group like to use City of
Bozeman parks and/or recreation facilities? 0 Yes 0 No 0 Not applicable
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14. Does the City of Bozeman park and/or recreation facility used by your user group adequately meet the needs of
the group?
DYes 0 Not applicable
o No. Please explain why:
15. What new or additional recreation facilities are needed in the City of Bozeman to meet the needs of your user
group now and in the future?
16. Do you have any specific needs regarding the City of Bozeman recreation facilities used by your group?
o No
o Not applicable
o Yes. Please describe:
Please feel free to add other comments:
PLEASE RETURN THE SURVEY IN THE PROVIDED STAMPED ENVELOPE.
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO COMPLETE THIS SURVEYl
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USER GROUP SURVEY RESPONSES
2 3 4 5 6 ..., 8 9 10 lUa lla lIb
B\"Xl},G ~lary _-Uln 586- 7005 315 North Church amnielsen315@.aol.com i\londay a.m. hiking group Between 5 and 30 Every,\Ionday 50's, 60's, & 100/0 90% Yes 10~ per day
:Nielsen "\venue, Bozeman, :.IT participate 70's
59715
BW"\G's Patti 763-4145 14665 Spaoish Peaks Trail, pstellunulGYe~net B\,\l"\G's is a lovely organized group of Bushwacker Group All year - Tuesdays \'i/omen of 50%1 50% Yes 10.: per hike or ski plus
Steinmuller Gallatin Gateway, ~IT women who meet to provide activities that (~20) Backcountry all ages dorurtion to driver
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59730 women enjoy doing together. The most Group (~35) from late j
popular activities are outdoor recreation such teens to i
as; hiking, skiing (backcountry & x-c), 80+ I
bicycling, snowshoeing. Other activities are
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Bozeman & Debra Tew & 587-7553 130 Comfort Lane, L'nknoviO Narure Study for girls ages 5-17. ~28U Bozeman ~20U j\ll ye ar 5-17 and 280 ? Yes $12 a year for all activities.
Belgrade Girl Amssa &388-0456 Bozeman, i\IT 59715 & Belgrade adult
Scouts Leininger 402 Helen Drive, leaders
Belgrade, ~rr 59714
Gallatin Valley Terry Baldus 586-4717 P.O. Box 25, Bozeman, tbaldus@bozemank12.mt.us Provide adult softball opportuoity. 1 ()() teams, -1,800 April 1 - 16-69+ 650/0 35% yes $700 per team, $35 per person
Softball i\.IT 59771 participants September I
, \ssociation I
(GVS"\)
Ultimate Julie heck 586-7806 402 N. Church 1\ve., ranchofrid@mcn.net I) Informal practice and game 3 nights a week 1) ~20 per practice 2) 1) "\pril- October 16-45 100% 1) no 2) 1) no 2)$25 per person
Frisbee Bozeman,1fT 59715 (anyone \\o'Clcome) 2) i\femorial Day weekend ~200 2) ~Iemorial Day Memorial Day
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tournament ~ 16 teams (participants from N\V ,^,'eekend weekend
U.S. and Canada)
Bozeman Jim Cannata 587-7144 608 Babcock Street #1, jae.sc(gJavicom.net Youth & adult hockey leagues at Haynes 160 adult - 130 youth & 11/1-4/1 4t060 , Yes Varies by group $130 - $400
Amateur Bozeman,.i\.IT 59715 Pavilion provide public skating and ice rental. parents
Hockey
Association
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Bozeman Laura Catlin 585-7535 1030 Doane Road, \'{re are a team of synchronized swimmers. 19 this year - up to 30 September to June 8 to 1l) T Yes Depends on SWImmer level
Stingrays Bozeman, MT 59718 Our girls range in age from 8-18. The girls sv;immers with 3-4 - longer if our girls $35 - 560 per month
practice 2-5 times per week depending on coaches. qualify for
ability/commitment. W'e also sometimes use Nationals.
the pool to host clinics/meets. \>v'e ,:vill host ,
Regional's over memorial Day weekend.
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B\~'"\G
BW"-i.G's
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Bozeman Lake, Cherry Creek, and the l\.iiddle Cotltonwood, North Cottonwood, South
")..f" Trail Cottonwo~, Sypes Canyon, Hyalite Trails,
Sourdough;Can~ron, Stone Creek, Battle Ridge,
Olson Road, Triple Tree, Lava Lake, Bear Canyon
Sourdough; Trail, Gallatin National Forest Trails, 0.fa\'be
Yellowstone National Park, local golf courses (,vmter
use - ski groomed & ungroomed).
A ne,v bicycle group is forming that
uses the Galligator & other city trails.
The Monday hiking group uses city
parks and is submitting a separate
survey (l\Iary Ann Nielsen). B\'(l.\G's
formerly offered free skiing lessons at
Lindley Park but discontinued tha
Bozeman & Variety of parks.
Belgrade Girl
Scouts
Gallatin Valley Sports complex
Softball
Association
(GVSA)
Ultimate
Frisbee
Bozeman
A,mateur
Hockey
Association
Bozeman
Stingrays
Showers at 5\\cim Center for
tournament participants.
Swim Center
Belgrade - Le\\"is & Clark Park and others.
r-ISU fields
Gallatin County Fairgrounds
13
Not
applicable
14
Yes
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No. Our all day hiking/ ski groups
most often travel outside the city to go
to trails or OTher locations \vhere ,-ve
can spend the enore day outdoors. _ \s
individuals however, BWAG's
members use city parks and facilioes to
recreate on their own with famili
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Kot Yes
applicable
Yes, Yes. _-it tlus rime, no growth space IS
additional in available.
the future
Yes
Yes
:'\'fSU pool ill Shroyer Gym for meets as the 'Irie,,,mg Yes &:'\Io
is much better.
l.'es. Shower facilities are great.
Yes
Yes it is fine for practice sessions. The
staff of the Swim Center are wonderful
J
to work ,vith. Synchro is best when
viewed from above, s6 the searing for
an audience is not go4d. _\ larger,
Olympic sized pool ,-,'auld also be ideal.
Yes. Peets Hill has many trails \\':ith
large gravel which is not the best
surface to walk upon hence many cut
off dirt paths. 'X'ood chips or pea
B\"\-'"\G's has a newly formed bicycling group Yes. \'{rith regular grooming and
which may increase their use of city trails and snowmaking (when appropriate) at
bike lanes. Individual B\'V'AG's would bike Lindley Park, I think B'X-'..\G's are
more often if safety was better assured and Iikelv to use Lindley Park as a small
more bike lanes were available. \X-'ith group activity location. Several of
increased interest in skate skiing, B\'VA.G' our members parncipated in the
Young at Heart water aerobics classes
in Romney Poo
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:\Iost of the dirt paths 'we use are in the
County. \'{'ood chip trails are very nice to
walk on as it is easv on the joints.
In ten years, two fields.
Playing fields (football/soccer sized); if more
fields were available we would be interesred
in organizing a summer City league with 60+
paroClpants.
Refrigerared ice surface at Bogart Park or
school to increase youth participation and
lower overall costs.
16
No
Yes. Assistance with mallrenance.
Yes. Field dimensions; 120 X 40
yards. We would need 2-3 fields for
the City league. \Yv'e use 6-8 for oUI
tournament.
W'arer, se,ver, natural gas, phone, 440
volt electric. Room for facilities, i.e.
mechanical rooms, locker rooms,
vle,vlng area.
Yes. Better security for personal
items. Perhaps more larger lockers
for swimmers to rent would help.
The smaller ones do not hold swim
gear, school gear, musical
instruments, ",mter clothes, ete.
Other
W'e like to snowshoe in the ,vmter and
new paths or places for this activity
would be very welcome!!
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\"X"e look forward to the new COUIity
Park
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/\.s the area changes do we need a
dependable ice surface, near the new
library and existing elementary schools.
Can the community afford ($250K +)
and support ($30K per year) this
amenitv?
I ran this past the StIDgray Board so
what you have is a compilation of many
thoughts.
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Bozeman Suzi 586-9799 3150 \'V'est Graf Street, #9, suzi. thompson@yahoo.com The Bozeman i\Iasters Swim Club (BOZE) is 75+ Year round - 18-82 95% 5% Yes $110 per year
i\1asters S'\vim Thompson Bozeman, .).rr 59715 an official United States Masters S'\vimming including a short
Club Program. In 2005, CS::.rs and ]\jIIT honored course meter,
BOZE as the first recipient of the ~IKE short COlUse yard,
Award for United States i\Iaster Swimming. long course meter,
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Barracudas tIT 59771 under the auspices of LlS.\ swimming that members on our team round program S'\"\l1mmers I that ranges from $25 -$8S pre
Swim Club meets the needs of young athletes in learning with tViO distinct range 10 age month depending on the
racing techniques and preparing them to seasons. Short from 6 group a SWUIltIler 1S
compete at leveb ranging from state course which runs years to 18 participating in.
competition to nationals. Our goal is to from Sept. to years old.
provide th March and long The
course which runs majority fall I
from April to in the 7 to ,
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category.
Galla tin Stuart 587 -4200 P.O. Box 6493, Bozeman, montanaBuff@hormail.com 1Iidget basketball program for Sth & 6th 170 Late Octo ber - 10-13 (5th 60% 4U~'0 Yes $35
Empire Lions \'\7hitehair ;\IT 59771 grade boys & girls mid December & 6th \
Club grades) (
Bozeman Bill Locke - S79-5516 P.O. Box 4349, Bozeman, fcbprez@,bozemansoccer.org State/Regional competitive soccer 13+ boys 300+ State/Regional Ul3+ "-\pril- June, 5-18, some 900/J 100/0 Yes $375 State 560 Local
Blitzz Futbol President \1T 59772 & girls State Developmental Soccer 11-12 600+ Local -1,000 Ull/ 12 - April- 19 boys & i,
Club J en Gummer - boys & girls Local Developmental Soccer total June, Local girls I
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Bozeman
:Masters Swim
Club
Bozeman
Barracudas
S"vim Gub
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Empire Lions
Club
Bozeman
Blitzz Futbol
Gub
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Bogert Pool, East Gallatin Recreation
"\rea, Hyalite Reservoir
Bozeman Sv.>im Center (Bogen Pool
has been used by our team in the
past).
Bronken Fields
12b
Bozeman Senior High Gymnasium
1fSU Intramural Fields, School District Fields
(Babcock/Sac.)
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2'J at
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Yes. Currently, the Bozeman masters The Bozeman ;\faster S'W'im Gub
would like to conduct dedicated swim comments on this survey are limited to
team practices and use all eight lanes the City of Bozeman pool facilities, as a
at the Bozeman S'WW Center on physical asset and not the operation
Tuesdav and Thursday evenings from thereof.
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Given the ongoing
grmvth of our program, we anticipate
an 1
I would like to be able to have Our swim meets, of which we have
another hour of time available in the three a year, bring in between 2S0 and
afternoon for my team so that I can 3 jO swimmers each time (SOO to 1000
separate my younger novices from people coming including familv
my Junior and Senior squads allmving members). These are usually 2 or 3 day
all members of my team to get the meets so that means families are staying
space, time, and coaching attention and spending here in Bozeman, bring
thev need
1'-:or applicable
Yes. 'I/./e need to get the Bronken \'i7e appreciate the professionalism and
Parking lot paved in concert; C. O.B., concern of Ron Brey, James Goehrung,
Blitzz, _"'-yso - Figure out how to nuke Ron Dingman, and Thorn 'Wbite. We
gophers & prevent grass drmvning at just need more grass! Regional Park
Bronken. may help. Feel free to contact us for
more information.
The Hweman J\h;ter SWIm Club trams at the F or the purpose of our team and our sport,
Bozeman S~vim (:L'flter and Bo!!:ert pool. These the City of Bozeman needs a modem aquatic
two pools elu nO[ ffil'ct mudcm a<juanc or sWIm , ril . nal f iIi' )
. center Inot necessa va recreatto ac tv
COffiretctl<ln standards. 83 csmblished by the ' . .. ., . . ' ,
I'edcrauon lntcffi'H1onale nr).iatatlOn (FINA, the one dedicated to compeuuve SWllIllD.tng and
inrcmauonal g'''Tnung body other aquatic sports such as synchronized
swimming, diving, water polo, open
No. The facility does not adequately Ideally, a 2S yard, indoor facility with eight
meet the needs of our program. It does lanes, a minimum depth of four feet
not meet USA S"vimrning or FIN"-'\. (preferably closer to 6 or 10 feet minimum
specifications to hold either a shan depth) with a separate warm up and warm
course meet or a Regional, Sectional, or down area, plenty of deck space, generous
National level meet of any sort. There spectator seating, and storage for team
is no 25 yard pool (or bulkh eqrupme
Kot applicable
No.1) Late sno\v (you can't help that!)
2) Insufficient practice space for 20+
Ull + teams; we have been using .i\fSU
entirely for Micro (but they are backing
out) 3) Bronken is great, but we
overuse Babcock for practice and
UlI /Ul2 games.
D.Iore flat gras s , especially in
February/March, but through June.
winter training facility.
Indoor
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Bozeman B- ~im Logar 1627 \'<7 est i\Iain Street, logar.j@msn.com .-\ recreational tennis league for men and Enrolled averages 40- Mid June to end of 18 & up 75~'o 25~o Yes $45 includes $10 membership
League Tennis Pr-.ffi 227, Bozeman, ~IT ,>vomen of lower to intermediate abilities. 45. .-\ctual participatioc September. in Bozeman Tennis
59715 CST.-\. Levels 2.5, 3.0, and 3.5. on anyone day AIonday & 2-\ssociation. ()'1ay omit if
averages 18. \'\7ednesday 5:30 - ahead}' a member.)
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T eorus Cadfield Bozeman,:\IT 59715 held each July, league play ;\Ionday & participate in Citv October
Association \X'ednesday 5:30-8:30 mid June to mid Tennis Tournament
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Senior Center Bozeman, 0,IT 59715 nutrition, education, and health care services plus serve year. over the age of the Senior Center, 55 per
and information assistance for individuals approximarely 1,000 of 50. I month - Computer Room use,
over the age of 50, living in Gallatin County, additional seniors per i $10 per month - Exercise
T\fontana. year who are not paid Program, $5 per year -
members. I Carpenter Shop use fee
I\.Jontana Cassie Carter 582-0526 P.O. Box 502, Bozeman, ccaner@outdoorscience.org Hands-on science programs for preschoolers ~6,UOO participants Year-round 3 years old 70%1 30% No Yes Scholarships are available
Outdoor MT 59771 through adults including summer camp, annually and up with varies depending on program,
Science school programs, and community festivals. the majority ; community festivals are free,
School ages 5-12 I summer camp averages $6 per
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BMX Bozerrul.O,:\IT 59715 30
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Bozeman B- Chief Joseph .i\liddle School Tennis Courts Not I'm guessing these courts may be On occasion, we have put to use the
League Tennis applicable considered city property although all roller squeegee left out on the courts.
our reservations are Lori King, in the \Xre do appreciate the port-o-potty at
Bozeman Public Schools Operations the southeast comer of the courts
office. \'i/e require at least 4 to 6 courts although I an not sure if it is
reserved for us so the only other facility specifically there for our use. \'i7e
that is large enough is t would appreciate the fixing of the nor
Bozeman New Southside Park Tennis Courts School District Tennis Courts on 11 th, courts at Yes 1\' o. The new courts at Southside Park ::\lore courtsl ~\nd low cost lessons to fill The Recreation Deparunent needs to
T emus Bobcat Anderson Tennis Center at j\,ISU. are wonderful and ",ill be in constant those couns. offer low cost tennis lessons for kids
~\ssociation use if they are properly maintarned. during the summer. I t should also take
Bogert Park courts have deteriorated to advantage of grant opportunities
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gravel- a real liability. The City needs through the UST.\ such as "Tennis in
to commit to building and maintaining the Parks" to help fund these activities.
more courts. (1 had I I have heard manv comments th
Bozeman Centennial Park Annual Hiking Program, during the summer months, Not In Centennial Park, we would love a paved
Senior Center group hikes on trails throughout Gallatin County applicable walking trail that would go around through
(one day per week). the park, \vith benches along the way. For
our seniors who can't do the more aggressive
hiking programs- this \valking program could
be a great addition.
::\lontana East Gallatin Recreation Area, Beall 1Iost local trailheads and parks Yes, mostly - we \vould love more Covered pavilions and bathrooms at existing Yes. 'W'e \vould like to establish and
Outdoor Park, Bogert Park, Lindley Park, natural/ open space areas and parks are great and we would love more. annual or long term agreement with
Science Library, all open trails connected trails in Bozeman. \Y./e love Interpretive signs in natural areas would be the City to use parks for festivals and
School the parks we use. \'{.'e enjoy working wonderful. ,\Iore parks & trails with natural events. \'\7e '\vould be very interested
with the City and would like to landscaping. in partnering more with the City to
"streamline" the process for using parks hold City '\vide outdoor events that
for educational festivals. are free and of interest for all re
Gallatin Valley \\iestlake B1IX Park 1\' ot Yes Indoor facility for "\linter time - fairgrounds Grass planted on the rest of park.
Bi\IX applicable stock show barn would work.
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Gallatin Don i\Iathre 587 -8666 731 South 12th.-\ venue, upldm@montana.edu :MomWy programs on topics of interest to 4U Once a month 20-90 800, 20% Yes $10 per year
Gardeners Bozeman, 3. IT 59715 gardeners - held at Bozeman Senior Center.
Club Raise produce for sale at Farmers Market at
the Fairgrounds. Funds raised are used on I
community projects, i.e. plantings for parks,
ete.
Bozeman City Paula Mc11inn 587-0506 1311 Rainbow Road, bigskymama@bresnan.net Basketball. 125+ anuary - 1Jarch "7 18 & older 80u 2Uo/o Yes $440 per team
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USA Buckley Bozeman,1fI 59715 training, and advancement for kids of all ages old
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Drinkers \\lade/Kathy #19, Bozeman, ~IT 59715 a year and 6 maior events. \'{'e also donate I events have entry fee.
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running and recreation.
Friends of SaW Huber- 539-0216 332 S. Church ~\ve., salal72@yahoo.com Group of concerned friends and neighbors of 2u+ members, 100's of market dates - all ages un~e spans to no \\lill take donatlons and there
Bogen Park 1kGee Bozeman, 1'IT 59715 Bogert Park interested in maintaining and parUClpants Memorial Dav include is a vendor fee for 1Iarket $5
rejuvinating the park - our fundraiser is Bogert weekend - out of grower, $10 artist/ crafter, $3
Farmers 1-Iarket. beginning of state senior citizen or under 16
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Festival Brekhus l\IT 59771 in August I prepaid, $10 at gates.
Gallatin Darren Dobie 556-4604 3040 Rose St., Bozeman, ddobie@wsi-insurance.com 5th & 6th grade, boys/girls, tackle football. 350 September - 10 to 13 51)0,0 5m'u yes $6;,
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Gillla tin Bozeman Senior Center Gallatin Cbunty Fairgrounds (Farmers i\hrket) Not Yes No \,\ie are open to ideas of plan rings that
Gardeners applicable we could purchase for placement in
Club new City parks. We annually spend
$1,000 - $2,0110 each year on plantings.
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\Xiomen's applicable
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League
Gallatin Valley Bozeman Sernor High \'(irestling Room, Bozeman Yes. If ",,"at applicable W'e desperately need gym space - we use Yes. .i\.fats, place to store mats.
USA High School Gym, Valley lee Gardens there was ',Talley lee Garden for roumaments but it's
W'restling an available cold and the mats freeze. It is hard to wrestle
usable area - on frozen mats.
needs to be ,.
able to lay
down 2-3
'\vrestling
mats and
accommoda
te up to 100
kids.
Little Bobcat 1fSU Fieldhouse, Shroyer Gym No Not applicable Indoor arena or gym big enough to have :-.:lot applicable l\ISD is working well at this ume.
Track running on outside edge '\vith field events Scheduling Fieldhouse during
such as high jump, ete. in middle. basketball season always a problem.
Some discussion on moving K., 1, 2,
grade program into another facility in
town if available.
Big Sky \"X'ind Lindley Park, Burke Park, Bogert Kirk Hall, Triple Tree, Bozeman Creek., Bozeman No. j\.Iore public bathrooms. i\lore Pedestrian friendly roadways. Yes. Restrooms on trails. Sorry this is late. It got lost in the
Drinkers Park, Lindley Center, various trails Pond Area, many Forest Service trails trails and trail connectors. Paved holiday mail.
shoulders or bike par/1s on major roads.
Friends of Bogert park Nor Yes. But sometimes 1t is challengmg Better bathrooms - cleaner, doors to stalls? This is a fundraiser for the park - I'd I do want to say "Thank You" to
Bogert Park applicable because of restrictions placed on us due Is this something we can help with? Id love a love to get more help from the City everyone that has supported a good
to ex "no " accessing pavilion on the list of small things that the Friends could help (unified) in support of what this cause.
grass. Do all other user groups have with for the year, a sort of 'W--ish list from the brings to the community - a friend,
the same rules? Consistency breeds City of what they can't get to and perhaps we family, & neighborhood event open
respect. could.. .. for all to enjoy - nor a much better
way to use a park?!
Sweet Pea Lindley Park No. \'(le set up our event with our own Not applicable. I'\jo
Festival equipment.
Gallatin Christie Fields Nor Yes. \~'e are rapidly outgrowmg the 'Two more football fields.'" Larger building Yes. *T wo more football fields.'
Empire Lions applicable space. on site with better restroom facility. Larger building on site with better
Club - Midget restroom facility.
Football
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APPENDIX C
Design Guidelines for City of Bozeman Parks
NEW PARK CONSTRUCTION
New park construction must be approved by the City of Bozeman's Parks Division and the Recreation and
Parks Advisory Board, and must comply with the adopted PROST Plan and individual park master plan, if
applicable. Any changes must be approved and/or amended in the individual park master plan.
SOIL PREPARATION
All soils to be used on public parkland 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 10 inches. All
rock in excess of 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 percent clay, less than 70
percent sand, and 70 percent silt. Ph must not exceed 8.4. The soil will be screened at 1 inch minus for
rocks and debris, and topsoil depth will be at least ten inches. The sub-base, 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 percent coarse sand
(generally concrete sand), 20 percent organics (C : N ratio below 30) and 20 percent 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 10 inches. There will
be no compaction following the b>-rading process. Fertilizer, and the rate at which it will be applied, should
be dictated by the soil test report.
SEEDING
Seeding ratios and mixes will be approved by the City of Bozeman Parks Division. Seeding will be applied
with a slit-type or drill-type seeder to insure good soil to seed contact. Before seeding the soil shall be
loosened to a minimum depth of 6 inches in order to improve initial root development. 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. Generally,
a seed mix combination of Bluegrasses and Rye are used in formally maintained parks. Some low
maintenance Kentucky bluegrasses that perform well are Kenblue, Park, Plush, Vantage, Victa, Vanessa,
Barblue, Parade and S-21. Perennial ryegrass will be used instead of annual ryegrass. Athletic fields will be
planted with new and improved Kentucky bluegrass (KBG) types and new cultivars of perennial rye.
Examples of some of the new, aggressive types of KEG's are Award, Total Eclipse, Midnight, Nustar, Ram
I, Limousine and Touchdown. Lower maintenance parkland may require different seed mixes, and will be
specified by the Parks Division.
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IRRIGATION
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Irrigation systems will be compatible with Maxicom systems. All water lines shall be schedule 40 PVc. Black
poly pipe is unacceptable for any mainline and may only be used for lateral lines when approved by the
Parks Division. Pipe shall be installed at a minimum depth of 12 inches, with main lines at 18 inch
minimum depth. If this depth is unachievable the Parks Division must be consulted. No stacking of
irrigation lines shall be permitted. Four (4) inches of sand shall be placed beneath pipe, and 4 inches of sand
above the pipe, to prevent compaction and settling. Sprinkler heads will be installed on manufactured swing
joints (schedule 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. The heads shall 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 main lines. Upon completion of installation all warranty and
maintenance information, as well as well logs and pump warranties and information, if applicable, shall be
supplied to the City of Bozeman Parks Division along with and an "as- built" map.
Irrigation clocks shall be Rain Bird ESP _MC with metal casing (for the purpose of consistency, being
Maxicom compatible, training of employees, and to reduce vandalism).
WELLS
Wells installed on City of Bozeman property must be reb>istered in the City's name. All wells must have a
stainless steel screen at the intake. Any well installed in a public dedicated park that is larger than two acres
must have a minimum potential of 100 gpm.
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PLAYGROUNDS
Playgrounds must be installed on parkland managed by the City of Bozeman. All playb>tounds 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 must be an adequate use zone area around equipment, approved material in the use zone,
which meets impact attenuation criteria as specified in ASTM 1292, and accessibility guidelines AST11 F
1951-99, and have adequate drainage. All installation plans, surfacing Certificate of Liability, materials list,
construction guidelines, maintenance information and manufacturer's name must be supplied to the City of
Bozeman's Parks Division, upon completion of playground installation. All work will be overseen and
approved by a CPSI. Playgrounds must be inspected by a CPSI before opening playground to the public.
No wooden structures will be approved.
FENCING
Fencing shall be constructed with 9-gauge, commercial grade chain link fabric. All posts and top rails shall
be schedule 80 galvanized pipe. Corner post will be 2 and 3/8 inch, line post will be 1 7/8 inch, top and
bottom rails will be 1 1/4 inch. All post are to be set in concrete, spaced at 10 foot intervals, and a concrete
pad, 12 inches in width and 4 inches in depth, shall be installed beneath the fence line along the entire
length. A bottom rail will be installed between all sections of fence for the purpose of tying the fabric down
as well as maintaining the strength and integrity of the fabric. Appropriate heights of fences shall be
determined by the City of Bozeman Parks Division. .
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LAKES AND PONDS
If the development includes a lake or pond that is dedicated to the public, the water shall be tested twice a
year, once in the spring and once in the fall, by the developer until the Homeowner's Association forms at
which time the HOA assumes the responsibility for testing. Testing shall include Fecal Coliform, Fecal
Enterococci, Staphylococcus, and Pseudomonas, and copies of reports shall be submitted to the City of
Bozeman Parks Division for their records.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS
New park restroom plans and construction must be approved by Parks Division and must comply with the
individual park master plan, if applicable. Any changes must be approved and/or amended in the individual
park master plan.
Rest room buildings, plumbing, electrical, and general construction must meet or exceed all City, County,
State, and Federal building codes. Restrooms must meet or exceed all ADA and ADAAG guidelines.
Unless otherwise approved, restrooms (building) exterior and interior walls must be of CMU construction.
All exterior walls must be insulated. The building will have a metal roof and rain gutters with down spouts.
Security lights will be installed on two sides of the building. The building will consist of a Women's and a
Men's restroom with each rest room having fluorescent lighting and ventilation fan activated by a motion
sensor switch. Each restroom will consist of 3 stalls. The Women's will have three 3 toilets and the Men's
will have two 1 toilets and one 1 urinal. Each restroom will have 1 sink, 1 soap dispenser, and 1 hand drier
and/ or 1 towel dispenser. Any and all windows will be of glass blocks. The building will have a utility room
between the Men's and Women's restrooms measuring no less then 4 feet wide and run the length of the
restrooms. All plumbing and water lines will be within the utility room and easily accessible. The water
meter will be located in the utility room. The building's water lines will be copper. The si7.e of the main feed
line to the building will be determined by the City of Bozeman. The floors in each restroom will have either
a single 4 inch floor drain or a trench drain. The utility room will also have a floor drain. The floor will slope
to the drain with no low or flat areas that hold water. All the restrooms toilets, sinks, and urinals must be
stainless steel. Each toilet and urinals will have a motion sensor flush valve. The building will have a heating
system large enough to keep each restroom and utility room from free7.ing during winter months. The
heating unit is to be located with in the utility room. Drinking fountains, showers and other amenities will
be at the discretion of the City of Bozeman.
TRAIL CONSTRUCTION
1. Trail Classifications
Class IA. These t.rails are heavily used with full access, and are designed for recreational and
commuter use along major transportation corridors. These trails are desib'11ed to permit two-way
traffic using an impervious surface material such as asphalt or concrete. These trails are 12 feet wide
with full ADA accessibility.
Class lB. These trails are the same as Class IA trails with the exception of being 10 feet wide.
These trails are typically used in interior subdivision settings where Class I trails are appropriate, but
a full 12 feet width is not necessary.
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Class I1A. These trails receive heavy to moderate use with a very high degree of ADA accessibility. .
They are intended for multiple non-motorized, recreational and commuter use. Class II trails are
constructed of natural fines and are 6 feet ill width.
Class lIB. These trails receive moderate use and provide moderate ADA accessibility depending on
b'1:ades and/or obstacles. Construction standard is the same as Class IIA.
Class III. These trails receive moderate to low use and are typically 3 feet in width. They are either
natural trails developed by use, or constructed with natural fines. ADA accessibility is extremely
limited.
Class IV A. These trails are generally mowed corridors used for ski trails in winter, or occasional
special activities such as cross-country running meets, and are 16 feet in width.
Class IVB. These trails ate the same as Class IV A trails with the exception that they are 10 feet in
width.
Class V. These trails are used for equestrian traffic, and when constructed parallel to pedestrian
trails are built with a sufficient buffer and physical barrier between them to prevent horse/pedestrian
conflicts.
2. Class I Trail Construction
Class I trails must be constructed to support a minimum of 12,500 pounds.
Asphalt - Width of trails shall be a minimum of 10 feet, with a minimum cross slope of 2 .
percent or maximum of 5 percent and a 1 foot wide gravel border along each edge. Trail bed
shall be excavated to a minimum depth of 11.5 inches. A soil sterilant, approved by the City
of Bozeman Parks Division, shall be applied to trail bed prior to construction. The trail bed
shall consist of a minimum of 9 inches of crushed gravel compacted to 95 percent of
maximum density as determined by AASHTO T99, unless otherwise dictated by sub-soil
type materials being compacted to road standard. The overlay shall consist of 2.5 inches of
asphalt compacted to 93 percent of maximum density, as determined by ASTMD 2041.
Construction seal shall be applied at 0.08 gallon/ square yard after installation.
Concrete - Width of trails shall be a minimum of 10 feet with a minimum cross slope of 2%
percent or maximum of 5 percent. The trail base shall consist of a minimum of 3 inches of
crushed gravel compacted to 95 percent of maximum density as determined by AASHTO
T99. Concrete shall be a minimum of 6 inches of M4000 reinforced with 1.5 Ibs. per cubic
yard of Fiber mesh. Where terrain allows, slope of trail should not exceed 12: 1.
3. Class II Trail Construction
Class II trails shall be a minimum of 72 inches in width. The trail bed must be excavated 6 inches
deep, prior to installation of tread mix. Tread mix shall be installed in two parts. The first 3 inch lift
shall be of % inch Road mix, compacted, and then 3/8th inch minus gravel (natural fines). Natural
fines used for these trails shall consist of 80 percent sand, 10 percent silt and 10 percent clay. If the
material falls outside of these parameters, the City Of Bozeman Parks Divisions must be consulted
for approval or modification. I f the natural fines tread mix does not contain enough clay or silt .
binder, additional binder must be mixed in. Alternative soil stabilizer products are acceptable, but .
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Design Guidelines for City of Bozeman Parks
must be approved by the City of Bozeman Parks Division. The trail bed must be filled up to original
surface along both edges with a cross slope of no less than 2 percent and no more than 5 percent to
provide for water drainage. Tread mix must be rolled flat and compacted after installation,
maintaining a 2 to 5 percent cross slope. (If moisture content is not adequate for compaction, water
should be added prior to rolling and compacting). Where terrain allows, slope of trail should not
exceed 12:1 with a cross slope no greater than 20:1 (5 percent) to provide for ADA accessibility. All
damage to surrounding features and/or vegetation shall be reclaimed immediately. Encroaching
weeds, due to trail construction, shall be treated and controlled for a minimum of 2 years after trail
section is completed. Minimum overhead clearance shall be 96 inches for pedestrian and bike traffic,
and 120 inches for equestrian traffic.
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Street/Trail Connections
Mid block trail crossings shall have a painted pedestrian crossing, with crossing and advanced
crossing signs at either end. Curb cuts shall be provided at all street / trail connections.
5. ADA Accessibility
Full ADA trail accessibility is defined as a slope not exceeding a 12:1 angle and a cross slope of no
more than 2 percent. There can be no abrupt change in surface level greater than 1/z inch.
BRIDGES
Bridges shall have a minimum width of 96 inches, to allow wheelchair turn around and passing. The height
of the bridge is measured from the bridge deck to the bottom of the stream or river. If the deck is more
than 30 inches high a protective rail is requited. Rails are to be 42 inches high, with at least one midrail at 34
inches, to be used as a handrail. A protective barrier must be installed along the length of the rail system
with either solid paneling or vertical bars. Spacing between bars shall be no greater than 3.5 inches or less
than 9 inches. All bridges to be installed on public lands must be certified by a civil or structural enb>1neer. If
the bridge does not require a rail it must have a 3 inch high curb on both sides along the entire length of the
bridge. The deck should be constructed of slip-resistant material. The deck of the bridge shall not exceed a
12: 1 slope along any part of its length. The deck and ends of the bridge must have no abmpt change in
surface level greater than 1/2 inch. Cross slope shall not exceed 2 percent. Bridges must be rated for weight
load distribution in accordance with ASTM standards and display a permanent label indicating the load limit,
year it was built and manufacturer.
HILLSIDE GRADES
Hillside grades within park landscapes shall be 7:1 when achievable, and no steeper than 5:1, to allow for
maintenance equipment access and to minimize water mnoEE. Appropriate measures such as hydoseeding,
erosion control matting, or other approved measures shall be taken to stabilize and allow for the specified
re-vegetation of all disturbed parkland areas, regardless of slope.
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licensed User Groups, Sample Contract and Field Use Policies
APPENDIX D
licensed User Groups, Sample Contract and Field Use Policies
L1SCENSED USER GROUPS
Fastpitch Softball
Flag Football
Friends of Bogert Park
Gallatin Empire LlOnsMidget Basketball
Gallatin Empire Lions Midget Football
Gallar.in Cardeners' Club
Gallatin Valley BIcycle Club
Gallatin Valley BMX
G;dlatin Valley Men's ""\dulr. Baseball League
Gallatin Valley l1S1\ Wrestling
Gallatin Valley YMCA
GallOplllg Dog Agility and Flyball Club
Girls Fasr.pitch
Intramural Tennis
Kayaking
LJ.<.:rosse
Little League Baseball
Lone Mountain Gymnastics
Mar. Dogs
Men's City Basketball League
Bozeman Blitn Futbol Club
Montana Outdoor SClencc School
Mountain Onc Volleyball Club
Nikc Tennis Camps
Rocky Mountain Ropers
Rugby Club
Sacagawea Audubon Society
Scuba
Senior OlympIcs
Southwest Montana Climbers CoalitlOn
Special Olympics
Speed Soc<.:er
Sweet Pea Festival
Ultimate Frisbee
Lewis and Clark Marar.hon
Iii Bobcar. Track
Li'l Hawks Wrestling
SAMPLE CONTRACT
LICENSE FOR USE OF
North Grand Fields
By the Bozeman Girl's Fast Pitch Softball Association
2007
THIS LICENSE is given by the City of Bozeman, hereinafter referred to as the "City" to Bozeman
Cirls Fast Pitch Softball j\ssociation, hereinafter referred to as "Fastpitch."
WHEREAS, the City is the owner of North Grand Fields, located on 710 North Grand Avenue,
and;
WHEREAS, the Fastpitch provides activities for the community of Bozeman, and;
WHEREAS, the: Fastpitch has provided these activities at the same location and intends to continue
for the foreseeable future to do so, and;
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NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF the mutual promises contained herein, the City
hereby gives permission, revocable and terminable as hereinafter provided, to Fastpitch to use North Grand .
Fields, during the period commencing April , 2007 until July , 2007, on the terms
and conditions as set forth below, and in dIe Field Use Policies, which Fastpitch, by affixing an authori7:ed
signature to this license, promises to comply with and abide by.
Conditions
1. This penmsslOn is b>1ven to Fastpitch as an accommodation to Fastpitch and the annual
maintenance fee for the North Grand Fields shall be waived in lieu of a $500.00 donation into a
special project account created for North Grand Fields improvements. No property rights or
interest is intended to be conveyed by this agreement. Fastpitch acknowledges the tide of d1.e
City to the above-described property and agrees never to deny such title, or claim, at any time,
any interest or estate of any kind or extent whatsoever in the property by virtue of this license or
its occupancy or use hereunder.
2. The undersigned will defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Bozeman, its officers,
agents, and employees against and from any and all actions, suits, judgments, claims, demands,
costs, expenses (including attorney's fees) and liabilities of any character whatsoever, brought or
asserted for injuries to, or death of any person or persons or damages to North Grand Fields
arising out of, resulting from or occurring in connection with this license or the occupancy or
use hereunder.
3.
This license shall be valid for the dates and times specified in the agreement and subject to .
termination and renegotiation at tlle discretion of the City. Upon the expiration date or
termination of the license, any and all agreements between the City and the user shall be null and
void. Any renewal of the license shall be subject to review and renegotiation.
4. Any amendment or modification to this agreement or any provision herein shall be made in
writing and executed in the same manner as the original document and shall after execution
become part of this license, except as provided in the Field Use Policies regarding
Regulations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
,2007
day of
City of Bozeman
Bozeman Girls
Fastpitch Softball Association
Ron Dingman
Parks and Recreation Superintendent
Angie Kent
P.O. Box 1163
Bozeman, Montana 59771
586-8033
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FIELD USE POLICIES 2007
Breach of Contract/Violation
The City of Bozeman will notify the user b>1:0UP, in writing, of any breach in contract and or violation. Upon
receipt of this notice, the user brtouP shall arrange a meeting to discuss the breach and/ or violation and
available remedies. If an ab>1:eement cannot be reached regarding a remedy, the City of Bozeman reserves the
right to revoke or terminate the permission hereby given at any time to the user group. Ten (10) days
written notice will be given, at a minimum, of such revocation or termination. The City of Bozeman may, at
its election, revoke or terminate the permission forthwith at any time without giving notice if the user group
fails to comply with, or abide by each and all provisions hereof.
Revocation
Upon revocation, surrender or termination of the permission hereby given, the user group shall quietly and
peaceably surrender their portion of the premises in the same condition as the premises were in at the time
the use commenced.
Condition of Premises
It is expressly understood and abrteed that the user group agrees to maintain and leave all facilities clean, safe
and in a sanitary condition. Failure to do so will result in the user group paying all costs incurred by The City
of Bozeman to return the premises to its original condition.
Regulations
User groups shall abide by all regulations prescribed by The City of Bozeman, the Bozeman City
Commission, the Park Ordinance and the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. The aforementioned
regulations may be modified, at will and shall become part of this license/agreement upon notice to the user
group.
User Group Fees
See specific contract/license for applicable fees.
Security Deposit
A $500.00 security deposit will be required from each user group. The deposit will be used for missing keys,
administrative costs and assessments against a user group. The deposit will be returned, in full, upon final
walk through if there arc no infractions of an excessive nature.
Insurance
Each user group shall maintain $1,50U,000 liability insurance, $750,000 per occurrence, insuring the City of
Bozeman and the user group against loss and liability for damages including, but not limited to, personal
injury, death, or property damage arising out ot~ or in connection with the use of the facility or park. In
addition, the policy or policies shall contain a provision that no cancellation thereof shall be effective by the
insurer without forty five (45) days written notice to the City of Bozeman and the insured user group. The
insurance must be in place and the user group shall provide proof of insurance satisfactory to the City of
Bozeman prior to the commencement of the use covered by this agreement or the use will not commence
as scheduled. Proof of insurance will be provided two (2) weeks prior to the commencement date of use
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Field Reservations
Once the fields have been reserved, with both the City of Bozeman and the user group agreeing to and .
signing the contract/policies statement, only the above signed user group will have exclusive rights to the
field(s) and/or facility during time frames identified in each user group's specific contract. There shall be no
SUB-LEASING of the field or facility. Sub-leasing of a field or facility shall be cause for forfeiture of any
security deposit and reevaluation of the user 6rtOUP agreement. Time frames not identified as exclusive in
the user agreement, will be open to the public.
Special Events
Events that require exclusive use of a park, field or facility, will be subject to a Special Use Permit similar to
the Park Reservation Permit. The Special Use Permit may be obtained at 814 North Bozeman Avenue and
information about the permit can be obtained via the City's website. Any "pay to participate" events,
tournaments and/ or clinics and camps will be subject to the Special Use Permit, and all responsibilities that
go with it. Exclusions to this policy include sanctioned events such as area, regional and state tournaments.
Contact( s)
The user group will be responsible for desi6ttlating an individual, who will be the sole contact for the user
6rtouP' (A back-up contact should also be provided). They will be responsible for the initial walk~through,
the fInal walk-through, utility bills, keys checked out, and any assessment brought forth against the user
group.
Schedules
The user groups shall submit, through their appointed designee, a schedule of their events. In addition, the .
user group will furnish a list of numbers and e-mail addresses of all officers.
Field Preparation
T t is the sole responsibility of the user brrouP to prepare the fIelds for game play and practice. On all turf
areas, approved athletic field water based paint will be applied instead of chalk Maintenance and care of the
infield/ skinned area is the responsibility of the user 6rtouP'
Field Lights
The field lights (if applicable) are the sole responsibility of the user group. This includes maintenance and
paying the utility bill. The City of Bozeman, upon receiving the utility bill, will contact the user 6rtOUP
designee with the amount owed. At that time, it is the responsibility of the user group to pay the bill before
the due date.
Utilities / Concessions
Utility charges incurred as a result of running or operating concession stands or buildings are the
responsibility of the user group, as arc all maintenance issues related to the concession area. The City of
Bozeman will notify the appointed designee as outlined in the previous paragraph upon receipt of a utility
bill.
Restrooms/Litter
User groups will be responsible for policing grounds dugouts and fields for litter and equipment left out on .
or near the fields. This includes, but not limited to, infield drags challcing machines, hoses and tarps. The
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garbage collected will be deposited into the trash receptacles located throughout the park Tarps shall be
placed in proper areas. Other equipment shall be returned to the buildings or dugouts. Photographic and
written documentation will be made of excessive violations. User groups will be assessed $26.00 per hour in
order to return the area to its original condition.
Snow Removal
Snow removal by user groups is not allowed on any fields. If snow is plowed off, there will be a charge for
damages to irrigation heads, turf, fencing and any related items.
Improvements
Any changes, modifications or improvements to the park shall require a plan and must be approved by the
City of Bm:eman's Park Department prior to the work being done. At a minimum, the plan shall include:
schedule of work., time line, design details, notice of start and completion. City staff shall be notified
regarding guidelines on planning a project and any pre-conferences before the commencement of a project.
Thank You
For your cooperation, we are here to support your group and wish you success with your prob'Tam in the
upconung season.
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APPENDIX E
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Handball Court (3 - 4 wall) 8oo sJ_ tor 4-wail 20 X 4fl feet Long a;:is 1 per 20,0110 15 - 311 minutes 4-'1'311 usually indoor as part of multi-purpose
1,1100 d_ for 3 waU Minimum 0 f 1Il nll rt h - south. tran-ltime facility_ 3-\,,:;)11 usuillly nmdcJOf 10 park u(
fL:et to reJ.:r of 3-wail From wall at nunh schuo! facility_
c~)urt. i\linimum tnd_
20 reet o\~er head
deara nee.
Ice Hockey 22,()(](} s.f. including Rink - 85 X 200 feet I xmg :Lxis north - Indoor - 1 per 'i, - 1 hour trawl Climate is an importam conside ra cion
support area (mirumum H5 X 185 sou (h if ourd IJor j()(),I~)n ame -,ffecting the number of facilines. Best as part
feet)_ .'Iddi cional ( lutd, >or - d "pends uf a mulci -purpose faeili tj'_
5,0110 s. f_ ;upport \ In climate
are,l.
Tennis Courts Minimum of 7,2(lll 36 X 78 feet with lcng axis north - 1 pe r 2,000 ]/~ ~ 1/~ mile Best in groups of 2 - 4. Located in
s_ f. single court 12 fnot clearance :)ourn neJghbnrh()l.x1 or communi 11' p:a rk, l ~r
(2 acres for cumple x \ on hu th sides; 21 ad iacen t tu sch~ Jul,
fuot d~arance an
bo th ends.
Volleyball Courts Minimum of 30 X 6ll feet ,,;th Long axis north - 1 per S,OOlJ 1/4 _ 'h mile Same as other court acti,;ties (e_g_ bas ketball)_
4,20(J s_f. minimum of 6 south
fee [ clearance on
all sides.
Base ball
I, Offici al L 3_(J - 3.85 acres L Baselines - 90 feet Luca te hume 1'1" tc 1. 1 pcr 5,01l1l 1 -+ _ ./~ nllie Part uf neighborhood complex_ Ligh te d
ffiltUmum Pi tc hing dis ranee - su the pi teher is fidds pan of cummunity C1 Ilnplex.
W'.',feet thro\\.tng- acros s the;:
F oullines - sun anJ the b,l tier
Minimum 320 feet is not facing it. Line
Center field - from hume plate
4110 fee t plus through plte he r',
2, Uttle League 2. 1.2 :acres 2_ Baselines - 60 feet mound run 2. Lil{hted 1 per
ffilnlmum Pitching distance - east-nonheas-t. 311,111111
46 feet
FLJwlines -
2(~) feet
Center field -
20ll tu 250 feet
Football 1.5 acres minimum 160 X 360 feet, ,,;th F aU season - long 1 pe r 20,fK1O 15 - 30 minutes U suallv part u f baseball, "'" tbo ll, soccer
a minimum 6 fed uf axis northwes t lL} tr,wdtime c( )mplL-x in cnmmuni~.. park \;r aJpct::nt ro
clearance un aU sides. southwesr. Fur high sch, "-'1.
kmgo:.::r pt.::riods
nurth - south.
Soccer 1.7 - 2.1 acres 195 to 225 feet X Fall season - long 1 pcr 1 O,I~IO 1 - 2 miles N umbe r of fields depends upon popularity_
33(1 to 3611 feet with axis n~ lrrh\\ -e:) t i:L J Youth suCCer can be played on smaller iidJs
J minimum 10 ft'et somhwest. Fur adjacent to schuols ur ne ighborhoud par Ls.
I ) t- clearance an sid t:'s. l,-,nge r pe riud s
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Requirements Dimensions PODulation Radius Notes
'i,-mile Running Track 4.3 acres O,'emll width- [Al ng axis from 1 per 20,UilO 15 - 30 mmutes U suallr p,rt of I11gh school, or in communiI:)'
276 fee( nonh to $U urh~ or rra'i,~d lime p.ark complex In cornbmJuon widl foo[ball~
[",ngt h - 6(10 feet llurtnwest to soccer, t: rc.
Track width fm 4 10 sou tb\ve::; t, \~ 1 rh
8 lanes is 32 feet firus h line at
norther!}' enJ.
Multiple Recreation Court 9,B4D d. 121) X 80 feet Long axis 0 f courts I per lO,iH1() 1-2miles
{ba sketb all, volleyb all, tennis} 1S -oonh - south.
Golf Ave rage Length
1. Par 3 (18 hole) L SO - 611 acres 1. Varie; from 6110 - ~!J io rir}' 0 f holes on I. None J.'::: to 1 hour tr;1\~el 9 hole course can lCcommod ate 350 people
2. 9- hole standard 2. !\l,rumum 50 acre s 2,700 )'Ords nonb - sou [h aXiS. 2. 1 per 25,000 lJITlt.:' per d,y. 18 hole courst: can :J.ccommoJate 550
3. IS-hole stand ard 3. Mirumum 110 2. 2,250 prJs 3. 1 per 511,Oilll to 5511 peuplc per day. Cn une mar be locatt'"d
:acres 3. 6,500 yards in comm urn ty or regional park., but s huu IJ
not b.;;: over 2'] miles from ponul:luon center_
Swimming Pools Varies on size of Te-aching - i\1immum None - care must be 1 per 20,000 (pool, 15 to 3fl minutes Pools for general C ommuru '1' use should be
roo 1 :and ameni ties. of 25 X +5 yards, ewn take n in S1 ring of $1 \Ould ac('ommodg, le tr:;r\+el time planned for teaching, compeutrn::: and
U,uall)' '.', to 2 acre depth of 3 to 4 feet. li. feguard s i:ations 3 to 5 percem u f the recrea tlOnal pUrrO;" s with enough depth
slle. Compecici,.e - in rel:l tlon to after- total population at (3_+ mcter:i.) waccommodate 1 met~r and 3
Minimum of 25 X 16 noon s un_ ont' time. m~[e.r di",'ing btl-;1rds_ l..oca~ed 10 communi tr
melers. Minimum of park or -:i-choul site.
27 s.f_ of \vater surf:;lce
area per S'\V1mmer.
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Design Guidelines for Park and Trai!_~igna~:
APPENDIX G
Design Guidelines for Park and Trail Signage
SIGNAGE PLAN
The Developer shall prepare a si.gnage plan for parks and/or trails in new developments, and the plan will
be reviewed and approved by the Parks Division. The signage plan will include:
A map(s) showing sign locations.
A list of signs, sign posts and sign totems to be installed, indicating content, materials and location
of each sit,>t1.
SIGNAGE INSTALLATION
The developer of any development where park and/or trail signage is installed shall be responsible for
paying the costs of signage materials and installation.
The Parks Division will order signs, posts and totems with the developer reimbursing the Parks
Division for the cost of materials.
The Parks Division will install signs, posts and totems with the developer reimbursing the Parks
Division for the cost of installation.
TRAIL SIGNAGE SPECIFICATIONS
Posts. At each si6>t1age location, signage shall consist of a post and a lOxlO totem installed to the following
specitlcations:
Posts must be 8 feet tall with the bottom three feet buried.
Concrete footings shall not be used.
Posts shall be pressure treated wood.
The bottom half of 1 Ox10 totems shall be chemically treated to Parks Division specifications.
Placement. The placement of trail sign age shall comply with the following guidelines:
One post and one totem shall be installed at all intersections of trails with roads.
One totem shall be installed at intersections between major trails routes.
Sign age shall be installed no more than 10 feet from the intersection of a trail with a sidewalk.
Sign age shall not be installed in the right-of-way boulevard between the sidewalk and curb.
Posts and totems must be separated from each other by at least 4 feet.
Posts and totems may be installed on opposite sides of the trail.
Posts and totems shall be installed no closer than 2 feet and no farther than 4 feet from the edge of
the trail, and shall not be obscured by trees, shrubs or other landscaping.
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Design G~i~elines for Par~ and Trail Signagl;!
Signage. Trail signage shall comply with the following guidelines:
Trail signage posts shall have the following standard City signs attached:
1. No motorized vehicles.
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2. Clean up after your dog and keep them under control.
Signs on posts shall be oriented perpendicular to the trail, and shall face toward the street/ sidewalk.
Totems shall be routered on one or more sides for the placement of signs. The sign plan shall
specify the number, content and orientation of signs on each totem.
All signs for totems shall be 7.75 inches square.
Signs will be attached to posts according to Parks Division specifications.
Signs will be attached to totems according to Parks Division specifications.
No motorized vehicles
POST
(two signs)
Clean up after your dog and keep them under con trol
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Mainstreet to the Mountains Logo
TOTEM Trail directions and distances
(three signs)
This trail maintained by (name of subdivision) Homeowners Association
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PARK SIGNAGE SPECIFICATIONS
Posts. At each sign age location, sign age shall consist of ...
Placement. The placement of park signage shall comply with the following guidelines:
Signage. Park signage shall comply with the following guidelines:
SIGNAGE MAINTENANCE
Signage maintenance shall be the responsibility of the entity responsible for maintaining trails and parkland
within the development.
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Appendix H
Guidelines for Parkland Grant Funds
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APPENDIX H
Guidelines for Parkland Grant Funds
Please follow these guidelines when beginning, and while working on, your project:
1. The parkland grant funds you received were based on the plan submitted with your grant
application. Prior to beginning work on the project, you must submit a work plan to the Parks
Division.
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2. Your work plan must include a site plan, project time line, phases of construction, documentation of
permits, any stopping points and all relevant plans and specifications. These must be submitted to
the Parks Division for approval prior to beginning work on the project. The plan can be mailed to
the City of Bozeman, Parks Division, P.O. Box 1230, Bozeman, MT 59771. If you want to hand
deliver your plan, please take it to the City Shop Complex at 814 North Bozeman Avenue,
Bozeman, MT 59715.
3. All required matching funds must be accounted for prior to beginning construction. A list of any
cash and/or in-kind donations shall be sent to the Parks Division with your work plan. If your
organi7;ation has an active License for Use agreement with the City, all use payments must be current
and proof of insurance for the current year must be on file with the City.
One person will be selected by your group to act as the point of contact for the Parks Division in
organizing the work to be done. The name, address, and telephone contact inforrnation for that
person must be included in your work plan.
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5. The actual contracting of work will be done by your group. The Parks Division will coordinate and
oversee the project. Anyone performing work on the project will be required to coordinate with the
Parks Division prior to starting work.
6. Your group is responsible for complete reclamation of any and all areas affected by your project's
construction, including, but not limited to: grounds, fences, buildings, irrigation systems, ete. All
work must be done according to the standards developed by the Parks Division including but not
limited to: trail construction, irrigation systems, playground equipment, soil preparation and
conditioning, and seeding.
7. Your group is responsible for obtaining any required building, plumbing and electrical permits from
the Building Division, 582-2375, as well as calling for locate in the area you will be working in (1-
800-424-5555). It's the law. You may call the Parks Division for park addresses, if needed.
8. Any tree planting must be coordinated with the Parks and Forestry Divisions, and a no-cost tree
planting permit must be obtained from the Forestry Division prior to planting trees on public land.
9. All contractors receiving payment from the City, for work performed, must have a current City of
Bozeman business license and a tax identification number. This information must be submitted to
the Parks Division as soon as you select your contractor(s) and on file with the Finance Department
before any payment will be made.
When you receive and approve an invoice for payment, the documentation from con tractors will be
submitted to the Parks Division for payment directly to the contractor. Prior to payment, all work
will be inspected by the Parks Division to verify that the work has been completed properly.
Payments for materials will be made provided the materials are stored at a secure site. Jt is the
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Guidelines for Parkland Grant Funds
responsibility of each group to monitor their own budget. Please take care not to go over budget, as
the unfunded balance will be the responsibility of the grant recipient.
Please do not make promises about payment dates without fIrst checking with Accounts Payable at
City Hall, 582-2334.
12. It will be the responsibility of each group to address problems with contractors and/or any other
problems connected with the project. The Parks Division will help in anyway it can.
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13. Progress reports will be submitted to the Parks Division, at least every 6 months, once the award of
funds is announced.
14. In the event that a project is postponed, or there is no progress being made for a period of 12
months, the grant recipient may apply to the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board for an extension
on the grant money. It will be the decision of the Board whether the grant remains intact, is
modifIed or revoked.
If you have any questions, or need assistance at any time, please call the Parks Division, at 582-3200. Thank
you for your efforts and your involvement in our City Parks. These improvements will benefit our entire
community.
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