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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTOPEastGallatinExtProject_app_2_10_15 Application for City of Bozeman Trails, Open Space and Parks Bond Funding The East Gallatin Extension Project encompasses roughly 6.49 acres of pastureland and road easement directly north of the East Gallatin Recreational Area. The land is currently listed for $600K. The budget for the project reflects the asking price of the property. The project currently has contribution commitments totaling just over $400,000. We are seeking an additional $200K in TOP funding to meet the asking price. The East Gallatin Extension Project stands to benefit and enhance all of the criteria listed in this section. Open Space/ Natural Areas: Project stands to add 6.49 acres of open space to the city park system. Parks: Project will directly add to the existing Park (East Gallatin Recreational Area – EGRA) Trails: The project will provide scenic corridor for existing easement and potential for trail and easement enhancement and expansion. Water Quality: This project will serve to contribute to the water quality of the upper East Gallatin watershed by providing critical protection of existing wetland and a critical tributary of the river. Multi-use Recreational Fields: This project has vast potential for multi-use and/or recreational purposes. The legal description of the project area is: S31, T01 S, R06 E, C.O.S. 157, REMAINING TRACT GLR-1 SW4 6.472AC This project will create lasting value for the residents of Bozeman by permanently protecting the easement corridor to the existing EGRA, which is under private ownership and zoned for industrial use in Gallatin County. The property also has potential for numerous improvements including; water-features, additional trails, and multi-use space that will enhance the adjacent parkland. Groups interested in supporting this project include: Turtle Way Homeowners Assn. Gianforte Foundation Gallatin Valley Land Trust Sunrise Rotary Gallatin Watershed Initiative Trust for Public Land Bridger Creek Homeowners Association Manley Meadows Homeowners Association Trout Unlimited Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks Audubon Society Trout Unlimited Gallatin Valley Bicycle Club Bozeman Triathlon Club The project would currently require only road and weed maintenance in its current state. There are no perceived mitigation needs at this time.