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Bozeman study commission frames 18-month timetable and outreach plan for charter study
Summary
Commissioners outlined goals (understanding current government, transparency, public engagement, and preparing a final report), agreed on an 18-month horizon leading toward November 2026 voter consideration, and planned required public hearings, town-hall outreach and educational materials.
The Bozeman Study Commission spent the bulk of its Feb. 6 session shaping goals and a timetable for an 18-month review of the city’s charter and governance, saying the group will prioritize education, broad community engagement and a final report that could lead to ballot action.
Members proposed a compact set of ends: 1) develop a comprehensive understanding of how Bozeman’s current government operates and where the charter affects operations; 2) run a transparent, inclusive public study process that solicits input from diverse neighborhoods and stakeholders; 3) distill issues and dispense accessible information (one-pagers, FAQs and background summaries) so residents can give informed feedback; and 4) prepare a draft and final report that will be presented in the required public hearings and, if applicable, lead to recommended…
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