Bozeman Magazine

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Montana State University will host a presentation on “The Future of Zoning in Bozeman” during its monthly Friday Forum on Friday, November 10, 2023, on Zoom. The event will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Data from the 2020 U.S. Census showed that Bozeman was one of the fastest-growing small cities in America. With that growth comes challenges related to environmental and climate impacts, open space, adequate transportation infrastructure and housing affordability. Years of studies and plans led to the recently proposed update to the city's development code, promoting compact growth while creating more housing units and options. Bozeman-based planning consultant Mark Egge will discuss the theory behind the recently postponed revisions to Bozeman’s development code. The city’s community development manager and project lead planner, Chris Saunders, will answer questions about where the proposal stands now that the city commission has postponed adoption. OLLI at MSU Friday Forums occur monthly, September through May, on Zoom and are free and open to the public. Participants must register before 11 a.m. Friday, November 10. For more information or to register, visit montana.edu/olli/offerings/ or call 406-994-6550. Upon registration confirmation, participants will receive an email from Zoom with the link and instructions on joining the program. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at MSU offers Friday Forums monthly from September through May. OLLI at MSU is a program of Academic Technology and Outreach. ATO works across the university to support and advance its land-grant mission through unique and innovative opportunities for outreach and engagement.