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Study Commission votes to have Becky Franks and Barb Sesco Sestero co-draft initial report
Summary
The Bozeman City Study Commission voted to appoint Becky Franks and Barb Sesco Sestero to co-draft the commission's initial report; the motion carried 4-0 with one abstention. Commissioners discussed the drafting process, timeline and the possibility of a minority report.
Jan moved that Becky Franks and Barb Sesco Sestero co-draft the initial City Study Commission report; Becky seconded the motion and commissioners debated the appropriate number of drafters and how to ensure balance. Jan explained the request as an effort to identify leadership and move the drafting process forward; she framed the motion as consistent with the bylaws requirement that two people lead such projects.
Commissioners argued for careful review and return of the draft to the full commission for edits, with Barb noting her experience and writing ability and Becky emphasizing that the draft would be collaborative and circulated for comment.
Deanna said she would abstain from the vote on grounds of wanting broader discussion; Chair Carson called the roll and announced the motion carried "4-0 with 1 abstention." The commission recorded a target date for a draft by May 18 and discussed whether a minority report might be necessary depending on final consensus.
What next: the two drafters will prepare an initial draft and return it for commission review; commissioners asked for clear timelines and opportunities to provide edits before the May 18 deadline.
