🌱 New Gas Station Raises Concerns + New Affordable Apartment Complex

Hi all. It's me, Lauren Kubiak, your host of the Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A couple of thundershowers. High: 71 Low: 48.
• Tuesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots. High: 66 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bozeman:

1. The upcoming construction of a Thriftway gas station at the intersection of Davis and Baxter Lane in Bozeman has raised concerns among residents about increased traffic and its impact on the residential area. Jared Pettyjohn and his wife, along with other neighbors, are upset about the gas station's proximity and the potential nuisances of noise and fumes. Some residents, including Pettyjohn's neighbor Justin Armor, have hired a lawyer to address the issue, believing that the B-2 zoning in the area was not intended for a gas station. (KBZK News)
2. Olivia Collins, a senior forward from Bozeman, has been named the Gatorade Montana Girls Soccer Player of the Year for the second consecutive year. The award recognizes her exceptional athletic performance, academic excellence, and outstanding character both on and off the field. Collins, who led her team to an undefeated season and a state championship, is now a finalist for the prestigious Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year award. (Subscription: The Montana Standard)
3. The grand opening of Timber Ridge Apartments in Bozeman was celebrated on Friday, Jun. 23, by The Summit Family of Companies, addressing the need for affordable housing for seniors in Montana. With 30 new units restricted to seniors aged 55 and older with incomes below $44,000 a year, the apartments aim to provide a safe and affordable home for seniors affected by COVID-19 and inflation. Cheryl Cohen, executive director for the Montana Board of Housing, believes this development is a positive step towards increasing housing availability for seniors in Bozeman, with careful consideration given to design, durability, and long-term sustainability. (Subscription: Bozeman Daily Chronicle)

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Today and tomorrow in Bozeman:

Monday, June 26

• Free Lunch For Kids And Teens At Bozeman Public Library (12:00 PM)

Tuesday, June 27

• Cribbage League At Bunkhouse Brewery (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The next Bozeman City Commission Meeting is tomorrow, Jun. 27, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. You can view the meeting agenda here. (City of Bozeman via Facebook)
• The City of Bozeman is inviting residents to participate in the National Law Enforcement Survey, which aims to gather feedback for a more connected and effective community. By taking the survey, residents can provide their input anonymously and ensure that law enforcement programs, policies, and values align with their own. (City of Bozeman)
• New homes have been listed for sale in the Bozeman area! Get all the property details at the link. (Bozeman Patch)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll be in your inbox soon with a new update!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.