What has always been a rich agricultural area, Bozeman, Montana, is now the country's fastest-growing micropolitan city. It's easy to understand why. For the adventure-minded, the opportunities are endless. Montana State University brings a vibrant energy to the town, and the area's growing technology sector is creating new job opportunities. Many a visitor comes for vacation and returns to call Bozeman home.
Managing this pace of growth while protecting the lands that make Bozeman so special is a tricky endeavor. Recently, Gallatin County began developing a growth plan with recommendations and guidelines for land use between Gallatin Gateway, Four Corners, Bozeman, and Belgrade. The plan, meant to be used as public outreach to coordinate land…
