The Bozeman City Study Commission held its March 5th meeting to review draft charter language and discuss the structure of city government. Commissioners reviewed proposed amendments to sections 2.01, 2.03, and 2.06 regarding the mayoral election process, elimination of the deputy mayor position, vice mayor appointment procedures, and vacancy filling processes, with implementation planned for 2029-2030. The commission voted unanimously to maintain the commissioner-city manager form of government within the charter structure, focusing on improving oversight mechanisms rather than shifting to an elected executive mayor. Public comment included concerns about the pace of decisions and calls for more robust public engagement on fundamental governance questions before finalizing specific positions and roles.