<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2fS3Hy_1FRnKnKe00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2fS3Hy_1FRnKnKe00" width="1280" height="720" ><figcaption>Alex McCollum NonStop Local Multimedia Journalist</figcaption></figure>BOZEMAN, Montana — The Bozeman City Commission adopted the Cattail Creek Corridor and Anchor Route Master Plan, setting a path to connect parks, trails and natural areas in west Bozeman.The plan lays out a trail route from East Valley Center Road to the Gallatin Crossing mall and focuses on creating a north-south connection on the city’s west side. Much of the trail system already existed because subdivisions built over the last 30 years included green space. About 20% of Bozeman residents live within a half-mile of the corridor, according to the city.The city plans to focus on closing gaps, expanding trails, paving some sections and adding wayfinding signage. Officials are hopeful this could become a major route for getting around town for pedestrians and cyclists."We kind of joke like if you're having fun while you're biking to work, is that recreation or is that commuting? Right. So, we do want to see that. But we also just want to see more people out in the park for longer stretches of time. And activity in a park begets more activity, right?" said Addi Jadin, Bozeman park planning and development manager.Plans also call for habitat work such as new trees and riparian areas, along with features like a dog park, gathering spaces and fitness areas.The city said construction would happen in phases, with the first segment planned near the West Winds neighborhood. Jadin also confirmed there will be more opportunities for outreach and input as the city works on site design, revegetation and trail upgrades.Many developers along the corridor paid the city cash instead of building park space, and that money totals about $500,000. The city saved those funds over time and plans to use them for the project's initial investment. As the project continues, the city will learn more about expected costs and can take advantage of some grant and philanthropy opportunities, Jadin said.The master plan's approval did not end the work. The city said it was moving through the project in sections and would keep doing outreach and taking feedback as the effort continued.The city said the earliest full completion date was 2030, though some improvements could start showing up in 2027.</div></body>

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BOZEMAN, Montana — The Bozeman City Commission adopted the Cattail Creek Corridor and Anchor Route Master Plan, setting a path to connect parks, trails and natural areas in west Bozeman. The plan lays out a trail route from East Valley Center Road to the Gallatin Crossing mall and focuses...

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BOZEMAN, Montana — The Bozeman City Commission adopted the Cattail Creek Corridor and Anchor Route Master Plan, setting a path to connect parks, trails and

Bozeman adopts west-side trail plan linking parks and open space

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