Memorandum
REPORT TO:
Sustainability Board
FROM:
Chris Naumann, Sanbell
Shawn Kohtz, Director of Utilities
SUBJECT:
Northwest Bozeman Area Plan
MEETING DATE:
October 14, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:
Plan/Report/Study
RECOMMENDATION:
Work Session - No Action.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
BACKGROUND:
This planning effort is connected to the proposed Gooch Hill Sanitary Sewer Lift Station, which will provide the infrastructure necessary to support future development in this area. While the lift station is a separate engineering project, the Area plan will guide how this area develops after the lift station is operational. The Area plan will address potential land uses, transportation connections, parks and open space, public infrastructure coordination, and protection of natural resources.
The draft Area plan was published on October 8, 2026, on the Engage Bozeman project page.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:
None.
ALTERNATIVES:
As suggested by the board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:
None.