Fowler Avenue Connection

An aerial image of a roundabout under construction

About the Fowler Avenue Connection Project

The Fowler Avenue Connection Project will connect Fowler Avenue from Oak Street to Huffine Lane, creating a key north-south corridor between 19th Avenue and Ferguson Avenue. This project is currently in the design phase, and we appreciate the continued interest and feedback from community members who’ve been following along.

The design phase began after extensive community engagement, traffic and environmental analyses, and direction from the City Commission. A 30% design was shared with the public in May 2024, and following additional feedback and refinement, the 60% design is now complete. The final 90% design is expected in January 2026.

Please join us for the Fowler Avenue Connection Community Event!

To help share the latest project updates, the City of Bozeman and Sanbell are hosting a community event on July 9, 2025, which includes an open Q&A session and walking tour of the corridor.

When: July 9, 2025, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Where: South leg of Roundabout at Oak Street and Davis Lane

What: The project team will start the event by presenting the designs on display boards, discussing key elements, and answering any questions the community may have. The walking tour starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. We will walk for about 90 minutes to review the 60% design plans, including the proposed 2-lane configuration, intersection designs, multimodal facilities, and landscaping.

What to Bring:

• Good walking shoes

• Weather-appropriate clothing

Safety guidelines will be provided.

Please note, this is an outdoor event; attendees are encouraged to dress accordingly. In the event of inclement weather - such as heavy rain or extreme temperatures - a new venue will be announced on the project website at least 24 hours in advance and shared with those subscribed to the project email list.

The 60% design plans will be posted soon under the Documents section (right-hand side of the page). If you need help locating them, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Ask Questions, Stay Involved

Can’t attend the in-person event or simply have questions about the project? We’ve set up an online Q&A forum where you can post your questions and see responses from the project team. Visit the Q&A Session tab below to participate.

Be sure to register on this site to receive email updates, stay informed about the final design phase, and learn about future opportunities to share your input.

Project Timeline & Background

Fall 2021 – Project kickoff and start of the pre-design phase

August 2022 – Final Pre-Design Report completed and presented to City leadership

May 2024 – 30% design shared with the community

June 2025 – 60% design completed and prepared for community review

January 2026 – Target completion of 90% (final) design

During the pre-design phase, the project team studied existing site conditions, conducted traffic and environmental analyses, and gathered community input on key design elements. This feedback has directly shaped the project’s evolution into its current design.

Thank you for staying engaged. We're glad you're here and look forward to continuing the conversation!

Existing Conditions in the Fowler Connection Area. This image is an aerial view of the Fowler Avenue Corridor and shows which gaps will be completed during this project. Some future sections will require new intersections with local streets and paths.

About the Fowler Avenue Connection Project

Please join us for the Fowler Avenue Connection Community Event!

To help share the latest project updates, the City of Bozeman and Sanbell are hosting a community event on July 9, 2025, which includes an open Q&A session and walking tour of the corridor.

When: July 9, 2025, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Where: South leg of Roundabout at Oak Street and Davis Lane

What to Bring:

• Good walking shoes

• Weather-appropriate clothing

Safety guidelines will be provided.

The 60% design plans will be posted soon under the Documents section (right-hand side of the page). If you need help locating them, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Ask Questions, Stay Involved

Be sure to register on this site to receive email updates, stay informed about the final design phase, and learn about future opportunities to share your input.

Project Timeline & Background

Fall 2021 – Project kickoff and start of the pre-design phase

August 2022 – Final Pre-Design Report completed and presented to City leadership

May 2024 – 30% design shared with the community

June 2025 – 60% design completed and prepared for community review

January 2026 – Target completion of 90% (final) design

Thank you for staying engaged. We're glad you're here and look forward to continuing the conversation!

Q & A Session

The Fowler Avenue Connection project has moved into the design phase and we appreciate all who have followed along and given feedback on this project so far. We recognize there may be many questions out there and we want to provide a space for you to ask those questions and get the answers you are seeking. This virtual platform serves as an open space for community members to seek clarification, ponder perspectives, and gain insights directly from the project team. Whether it's inquiries about construction timelines, environmental impact assessments, or community benefits, the forum offers a convenient avenue for dialogue, ensuring the community is well-informed and your questions are addressed comprehensively.

As always, questions will be heavily moderated so please be respectful of your neighbors. Thank you!

Share Hello - when is the next opportunity for public comment / next open house? Also, if we have public comments in the meantime, where should we send those? on Facebook Share Hello - when is the next opportunity for public comment / next open house? Also, if we have public comments in the meantime, where should we send those? on Twitter Share Hello - when is the next opportunity for public comment / next open house? Also, if we have public comments in the meantime, where should we send those? on Linkedin Email Hello - when is the next opportunity for public comment / next open house? Also, if we have public comments in the meantime, where should we send those? link

Hello - when is the next opportunity for public comment / next open house? Also, if we have public comments in the meantime, where should we send those?

Nina Harrison asked 12 days ago

We are currently finalizing the next community engagement event for the Fowler Connection Project and will update the website as soon as possible - we aim to update the website and send out eblasts as early as the week of June 23, 2025.
You may submit your public comment at any time to the City Clerk's office: https://www.bozeman.net/departments/administration/city-clerk/public-comment
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When is the next meeting for public comment on the Fowler Housing project?

Nina Harrison asked 12 days ago

Thank you for reaching out!
At this time, there are no scheduled public meetings for the Fowler Housing Project. Once the annexation application is submitted to Community Development for review and reaches adequacy, the project will go through a public comment period and be presented in front of City Commission. We have established a webpage dedicated to provide up-to-date information on the Fowler Housing Project: https://www.bozeman.net/departments/economic-development/community-housing/fowler-housing-project
In addition, you may offer your public comment at any time through the City Clerk's office: https://www.bozeman.net/departments/administration/city-clerk/public-comment
Share Unfortunately, I was out of town for your recent meeting . I have a couple of questions: -With the 2 lane street coming from Durston up to Oak is the pedestrian walkway planned to be on the side of the stream or by the homes alongside the roadway by New Holland Drive? Is Oliver Street still planned to remain a dead end street …not connecting to this new road because it is so close to the planned traffic circle at Dursten? As a resident at the very end of Oliver St, I am very concerned it would present a traffic danger with the proximity to this planned traffic circle . I see little children ride their bikes and are allowed to walk down Oliver Street because it is a dead end. As a retired pediatric RN, I want to point out how dangerous this is if it’s connected to the new Road. Please reply. Thank you. on Facebook Share Unfortunately, I was out of town for your recent meeting . I have a couple of questions: -With the 2 lane street coming from Durston up to Oak is the pedestrian walkway planned to be on the side of the stream or by the homes alongside the roadway by New Holland Drive? Is Oliver Street still planned to remain a dead end street …not connecting to this new road because it is so close to the planned traffic circle at Dursten? As a resident at the very end of Oliver St, I am very concerned it would present a traffic danger with the proximity to this planned traffic circle . I see little children ride their bikes and are allowed to walk down Oliver Street because it is a dead end. As a retired pediatric RN, I want to point out how dangerous this is if it’s connected to the new Road. Please reply. Thank you. on Twitter Share Unfortunately, I was out of town for your recent meeting . I have a couple of questions: -With the 2 lane street coming from Durston up to Oak is the pedestrian walkway planned to be on the side of the stream or by the homes alongside the roadway by New Holland Drive? Is Oliver Street still planned to remain a dead end street …not connecting to this new road because it is so close to the planned traffic circle at Dursten? As a resident at the very end of Oliver St, I am very concerned it would present a traffic danger with the proximity to this planned traffic circle . I see little children ride their bikes and are allowed to walk down Oliver Street because it is a dead end. As a retired pediatric RN, I want to point out how dangerous this is if it’s connected to the new Road. Please reply. Thank you. on Linkedin Email Unfortunately, I was out of town for your recent meeting . I have a couple of questions: -With the 2 lane street coming from Durston up to Oak is the pedestrian walkway planned to be on the side of the stream or by the homes alongside the roadway by New Holland Drive? Is Oliver Street still planned to remain a dead end street …not connecting to this new road because it is so close to the planned traffic circle at Dursten? As a resident at the very end of Oliver St, I am very concerned it would present a traffic danger with the proximity to this planned traffic circle . I see little children ride their bikes and are allowed to walk down Oliver Street because it is a dead end. As a retired pediatric RN, I want to point out how dangerous this is if it’s connected to the new Road. Please reply. Thank you. link

Unfortunately, I was out of town for your recent meeting . I have a couple of questions: -With the 2 lane street coming from Durston up to Oak is the pedestrian walkway planned to be on the side of the stream or by the homes alongside the roadway by New Holland Drive? Is Oliver Street still planned to remain a dead end street …not connecting to this new road because it is so close to the planned traffic circle at Dursten? As a resident at the very end of Oliver St, I am very concerned it would present a traffic danger with the proximity to this planned traffic circle . I see little children ride their bikes and are allowed to walk down Oliver Street because it is a dead end. As a retired pediatric RN, I want to point out how dangerous this is if it’s connected to the new Road. Please reply. Thank you.

Beth asked 21 days ago

Thank you for reaching out.
Referencing the question about a pedestrian walkway on the New Holland side of Fowler: A shared-use path (for pedestrians and cyclists) is planned for both sides of the Fowler connection from Durston to Oak. It is planned to be 10' width with a 10' boulevard between the roadway and the path.

Referencing the concern for Oliver St.: Oliver is not planned to connect to Fowler due to it's close proximity to the planned Durston roundabout.
Share I am a new resident and own a home at the very end of Oliver Street. I have been out of town whenever you’ve had meetings, so unfortunately I have not been able to attend. I just learned that I can ask questions on this site. I understand you are considering a roundabout at the Durston /Fowler intersection. It seems to me that the proximity of Oliver Street to this roundabout (if Oliver is connected to this proposed new street) will only add to the congestion and create a dangerous situation for pedestrians….children in particular. Oliver is the closest dead end street to the proposed Fowler extension and I think it is too close to the proposed roundabout. I sincerely hope you will consider leaving it a dead end rather than adding to the congestion . In addition, can you please elaborate on the type of home you plan to build. I have heard that they are supposed to be more affordable housing. What specifically does that mean? Are they individual family homes, apartments, condos…. how many units, number of levels? What side street off of New Holland will the homes begin to be constructed by? Thank you. I will look forward to hearing your response. on Facebook Share I am a new resident and own a home at the very end of Oliver Street. I have been out of town whenever you’ve had meetings, so unfortunately I have not been able to attend. I just learned that I can ask questions on this site. I understand you are considering a roundabout at the Durston /Fowler intersection. It seems to me that the proximity of Oliver Street to this roundabout (if Oliver is connected to this proposed new street) will only add to the congestion and create a dangerous situation for pedestrians….children in particular. Oliver is the closest dead end street to the proposed Fowler extension and I think it is too close to the proposed roundabout. I sincerely hope you will consider leaving it a dead end rather than adding to the congestion . In addition, can you please elaborate on the type of home you plan to build. I have heard that they are supposed to be more affordable housing. What specifically does that mean? Are they individual family homes, apartments, condos…. how many units, number of levels? What side street off of New Holland will the homes begin to be constructed by? Thank you. I will look forward to hearing your response. on Twitter Share I am a new resident and own a home at the very end of Oliver Street. I have been out of town whenever you’ve had meetings, so unfortunately I have not been able to attend. I just learned that I can ask questions on this site. I understand you are considering a roundabout at the Durston /Fowler intersection. It seems to me that the proximity of Oliver Street to this roundabout (if Oliver is connected to this proposed new street) will only add to the congestion and create a dangerous situation for pedestrians….children in particular. Oliver is the closest dead end street to the proposed Fowler extension and I think it is too close to the proposed roundabout. I sincerely hope you will consider leaving it a dead end rather than adding to the congestion . In addition, can you please elaborate on the type of home you plan to build. I have heard that they are supposed to be more affordable housing. What specifically does that mean? Are they individual family homes, apartments, condos…. how many units, number of levels? What side street off of New Holland will the homes begin to be constructed by? Thank you. I will look forward to hearing your response. on Linkedin Email I am a new resident and own a home at the very end of Oliver Street. I have been out of town whenever you’ve had meetings, so unfortunately I have not been able to attend. I just learned that I can ask questions on this site. I understand you are considering a roundabout at the Durston /Fowler intersection. It seems to me that the proximity of Oliver Street to this roundabout (if Oliver is connected to this proposed new street) will only add to the congestion and create a dangerous situation for pedestrians….children in particular. Oliver is the closest dead end street to the proposed Fowler extension and I think it is too close to the proposed roundabout. I sincerely hope you will consider leaving it a dead end rather than adding to the congestion . In addition, can you please elaborate on the type of home you plan to build. I have heard that they are supposed to be more affordable housing. What specifically does that mean? Are they individual family homes, apartments, condos…. how many units, number of levels? What side street off of New Holland will the homes begin to be constructed by? Thank you. I will look forward to hearing your response. link

I am a new resident and own a home at the very end of Oliver Street. I have been out of town whenever you’ve had meetings, so unfortunately I have not been able to attend. I just learned that I can ask questions on this site. I understand you are considering a roundabout at the Durston /Fowler intersection. It seems to me that the proximity of Oliver Street to this roundabout (if Oliver is connected to this proposed new street) will only add to the congestion and create a dangerous situation for pedestrians….children in particular. Oliver is the closest dead end street to the proposed Fowler extension and I think it is too close to the proposed roundabout. I sincerely hope you will consider leaving it a dead end rather than adding to the congestion . In addition, can you please elaborate on the type of home you plan to build. I have heard that they are supposed to be more affordable housing. What specifically does that mean? Are they individual family homes, apartments, condos…. how many units, number of levels? What side street off of New Holland will the homes begin to be constructed by? Thank you. I will look forward to hearing your response.

Beth asked 9 months ago

Hello and thanks for reaching out! Project design currently has the Oliver St connection to Fowler removed from the plan. The city does not intend to connect Oliver at this time.
Potential use of city-owned land for Affordable Housing adjacent to the future Fowler corridor will be advancing on its own, separate from the street project. No housing plan has been determined at this time.
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Is there any way to see a mock up of the proposed changes from the July meeting? Thanks!

JackKost asked 10 months ago

Thank you for your question. The 30% design plans that were presented at the July City Commission meeting are available on the project website under the documents section. The design team is currently reviewing the Commission's input and working on incorporating that feedback into the design. Once we have those designs/drawings updated, we will make them available to the community.
Share With Bozeman in dire need for traffic alternative routes why is this such a hard pill to swallow? This street needs to be the 3-4 lane as far as possible to strengthen infrastructure! on Facebook Share With Bozeman in dire need for traffic alternative routes why is this such a hard pill to swallow? This street needs to be the 3-4 lane as far as possible to strengthen infrastructure! on Twitter Share With Bozeman in dire need for traffic alternative routes why is this such a hard pill to swallow? This street needs to be the 3-4 lane as far as possible to strengthen infrastructure! on Linkedin Email With Bozeman in dire need for traffic alternative routes why is this such a hard pill to swallow? This street needs to be the 3-4 lane as far as possible to strengthen infrastructure! link

With Bozeman in dire need for traffic alternative routes why is this such a hard pill to swallow? This street needs to be the 3-4 lane as far as possible to strengthen infrastructure!

DLA asked 11 months ago

Thank you for your perspective regarding the number of lanes for the Fowler project. We appreciate your interest in this development and encourage you to submit this as a public comment as well so our elected officials can consider it. Detailed information on how to submit a public comment is available on the City of Bozeman’s website: https://www.bozeman.net/departments/administration/city-clerk/public-comment.
Share I have noted that the 30% design specified left turn lanes connecting Fowler to all the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. This looks a bit redundant with the exception of Annie St. which is continued on to the new high school. Connecting the other five Harvest Creek streets to Fowler as well as left turn lanes at each of them is hardly necessary. New Holland Drive serves this purpose. By connecting these five streets to Fowler you are increasing the cost of the project by perhaps $250K for each street. These five streets have been dead end streets for 20 years. All that is necessary is to run the sidewalk along Fowler closing the dead end street. I also believe that adding all these left turn lanes and connecting the streets will increase the possibility of accidents. By closing the five streets there is absolutely no possibility of any accident these five streets. Sincerely, Victor H. Hanson on Facebook Share I have noted that the 30% design specified left turn lanes connecting Fowler to all the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. This looks a bit redundant with the exception of Annie St. which is continued on to the new high school. Connecting the other five Harvest Creek streets to Fowler as well as left turn lanes at each of them is hardly necessary. New Holland Drive serves this purpose. By connecting these five streets to Fowler you are increasing the cost of the project by perhaps $250K for each street. These five streets have been dead end streets for 20 years. All that is necessary is to run the sidewalk along Fowler closing the dead end street. I also believe that adding all these left turn lanes and connecting the streets will increase the possibility of accidents. By closing the five streets there is absolutely no possibility of any accident these five streets. Sincerely, Victor H. Hanson on Twitter Share I have noted that the 30% design specified left turn lanes connecting Fowler to all the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. This looks a bit redundant with the exception of Annie St. which is continued on to the new high school. Connecting the other five Harvest Creek streets to Fowler as well as left turn lanes at each of them is hardly necessary. New Holland Drive serves this purpose. By connecting these five streets to Fowler you are increasing the cost of the project by perhaps $250K for each street. These five streets have been dead end streets for 20 years. All that is necessary is to run the sidewalk along Fowler closing the dead end street. I also believe that adding all these left turn lanes and connecting the streets will increase the possibility of accidents. By closing the five streets there is absolutely no possibility of any accident these five streets. Sincerely, Victor H. Hanson on Linkedin Email I have noted that the 30% design specified left turn lanes connecting Fowler to all the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. This looks a bit redundant with the exception of Annie St. which is continued on to the new high school. Connecting the other five Harvest Creek streets to Fowler as well as left turn lanes at each of them is hardly necessary. New Holland Drive serves this purpose. By connecting these five streets to Fowler you are increasing the cost of the project by perhaps $250K for each street. These five streets have been dead end streets for 20 years. All that is necessary is to run the sidewalk along Fowler closing the dead end street. I also believe that adding all these left turn lanes and connecting the streets will increase the possibility of accidents. By closing the five streets there is absolutely no possibility of any accident these five streets. Sincerely, Victor H. Hanson link

I have noted that the 30% design specified left turn lanes connecting Fowler to all the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. This looks a bit redundant with the exception of Annie St. which is continued on to the new high school. Connecting the other five Harvest Creek streets to Fowler as well as left turn lanes at each of them is hardly necessary. New Holland Drive serves this purpose. By connecting these five streets to Fowler you are increasing the cost of the project by perhaps $250K for each street. These five streets have been dead end streets for 20 years. All that is necessary is to run the sidewalk along Fowler closing the dead end street. I also believe that adding all these left turn lanes and connecting the streets will increase the possibility of accidents. By closing the five streets there is absolutely no possibility of any accident these five streets. Sincerely, Victor H. Hanson

bznvic asked about 1 year ago

Thank you for sharing your concerns about the 30% design plans for Fowler Avenue. We appreciate your detailed feedback and understand the points you've raised regarding the left turn lanes and connections to the east-west streets in Harvest Creek. Here’s why these design decisions have been proposed in the 30% Design plans:
Traffic Distribution: By connecting multiple streets to Fowler Avenue, we aim to distribute traffic more evenly across the network. This helps to prevent congestion on any single street, such as New Holland Drive, and improves overall traffic flow.
Accessibility and Connectivity: Enhanced connectivity provides better access for residents, emergency services, and school-related traffic, especially considering the new high school off of Annie Street. This is crucial for ensuring safe and efficient travel throughout the neighborhood. In addition, Fowler is considered a minor arterial, so the intent is to collect the majority of the Northbound and Southbound traffic from the neighborhoods in the area. For this to be successful, the local streets would need to be connected.
Safety Considerations: While it's true that more intersections can potentially lead to more vehicular conflicts, proper design and traffic control measures can mitigate these risks. Adding left turn lanes with adequate signage and potentially signalization can improve safety by providing designated spaces for turning, reducing the likelihood of rear-end collisions and other common traffic incidents.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: The initial investment in connecting these streets may seem high, but the long-term benefits of improved traffic flow, reduced congestion, and better emergency response times can justify these costs. We aim to balance the upfront expenses with long-term community benefits.
In the next phase of the project we are going to evaluate the secondary impacts of these connections. This includes looking at whether traffic control, such as four way stop signs or traffic calming, such as curb extensions or traffic circles, would be needed. Your input, along with feedback from other residents, is crucial in refining these plans. We will review the concerns about potential costs and accident risks with our design team to see if adjustments or additional safety measures are necessary.
We are committed to making Fowler Avenue a safe, efficient, and well-connected corridor for all residents. Your feedback helps us achieve that goal, and we encourage you to stay engaged as the project progresses. Thank you again for your valuable insights.

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Can you review the dates and phases of the project?

about 1 year ago

Phase one, the north section from Oak to Durston is currently expected to go to construction in 2026. Phase two from Durston to Babcock in 2027. Phase three Babcock to Huffine in 2028. The intersection of Huffine and Fowler could potentially start in 2029. All dates and timing are subject to change.

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Will the City build fencing along the boundaries with private property so walkers/bikers/dogs/etc. don’t trespass?

about 1 year ago

Typically, the City does not build fences along private property. At this time there are no plans to build fencing along the private property boundaries.

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Where on the west side of town are we going to have a green walking/biking only avenue?

about 1 year ago

The City’s Parks Department anticipates to begin master planning for an “anchor route” (please refer to the Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation (PRAT) Plan) along existing and future portions of the greenway from Bozeman Pond Park north to East Valley Center. An additional anchor route has been identified in the PRAT plan west of the Fowler corridor.

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