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The Gallatin Valley Urban Transportation District is Building on a Strong Foundation

Heather Grenier and Mark Egge

Thank you, Gallatin Valley community members, for your unwavering support as we continue the vital work of creating the Gallatin Valley Urban Transportation District (GVUTD) to take on Streamline services for the future. Your trust and dedication have been instrumental in ensuring that Streamline remains an essential service in our community.

To celebrate Streamline’s ongoing success, all community members are invited to our Community Lunch on Thursday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 32 S. Tracy in Bozeman. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members, learn more about Streamline’s future, and show your support for the public transportation system that keeps our valley moving forward.

The formation of the GVUTD marks a significant new chapter for public transit and Streamline, which has been serving our community since 2006. For the past 18 years, HRDC has worked tirelessly to build a public transportation system that connects people to essential services—whether it’s getting to work, accessing medical care, attending school, or simply staying connected to the community.

The GVUTD is committed to preserving the values that have made Streamline such a success. We understand that public transportation is more than just a way to get from point A to point B; it’s a lifeline for many, a tool for economic mobility, and a key component of a healthy, thriving community.

As we move forward, both HRDC and GVUTD have agreed to collaborate on what this transition will look like. Key priorities include maintaining equitable service options and service for seniors. The GVUTD also commits to prioritizing transportation planning efforts for people living on low incomes, historically marginalized populations, and those who do not drive. This includes ensuring public transportation access to community housing, healthcare, educational opportunities, and food.

Customer service also remains a top priority, as we aim to build upon a positive public perception of Streamline and secure sustainable funding for the future. The GVUTD is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for all, with a focus on inclusivity, diversity of ridership, and equitable service. The GVUTD will maintain Streamline’s hallmark zero-fare model by strengthening existing partnerships and forging new ones.

Our shared commitment extends to the drivers who make Streamline possible. The GVUTD will continue to focus on driver retention and resiliency by offering competitive market-rate wages, benefits, and fostering a positive culture that ensures a physically and psychologically safe working environment.

Safety is another cornerstone of our vision for Streamline’s future. The GVUTD will continue and build on the comprehensive safety initiatives that HRDC has prioritized with regards to Streamline service. This includes collaborating with riders, drivers, community stakeholders, and advocacy groups to improve transit-oriented infrastructure, as well as recognizing the unique experiences of women and historically marginalized populations.

We are confident that this transition will ensure that Streamline continues to be a vital service for our community. The GVUTD is committed to upholding the values that HRDC has instilled in Streamline and ensuring that the service remains a cornerstone of our community’s infrastructure.

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Brooke Poole

Public Sector

Since 2015, Brooke has been working with Allergan Aesthetics, Body Contouring. In 2018, Brooke began her role as Senior Manager of Training. Brooke graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Commercial Photography from Appalachian State University in 2011.

Brooke began her role on our Board in 2019. However, she feels it’s more fitting to say that she gets to serve on our Board. For Brooke, an evening at our Fork & Spoon was her first glance into our organization’s powerful work. As Brooke states, joining the Board has only expanded her appreciation for the caliber of people leading our mission and the impact of our vast ecosystem of services. While metrics alone are impressive, Brooke likes to visualize each number as an individual example of support – an extension of a helping hand, a moment of relief – given to one of our neighbors. She is grateful for the opportunity to participate in shaping HRDC’s future.

Although Brooke spends most of her volunteer time with HRDC, she was fortunate enough to build with Habitat for Humanity over the course of the summer in 2020. Her favorite place to spend time is anywhere under the Big Sky, although Hyalite may be her favorite place on Earth.

Ron Brey

Public Sector

Ron served as Bozeman’s Assistant City Manager from 1990 to 2008. After retiring, Ron joined our Board in 2011. Ron received his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Montana in 1977, and his Masters in Science in Rural, Town, and Regional Planning from the University of Montana in 1987.

During his time with the City of Bozeman, Ron saw the important role that HRDC has played in our community. Ron has seen that HRDC provides necessary social services to assure that all Bozeman residents could obtain housing, food, training, employment and the other necessities of life. He also came to understand that HRDC was always able to respond immediately as new community needs arose. Ron believes that the dedication, hard work, and compassion of HRDC’s staff make it a real honor to serve on the Board.

Ron also serves on the Trails, Open Space and Parks Committee for the City of Bozeman, and as a volunteer with the Red Cross. One of Ron’s favorite activities is walking his beloved dog every day, enjoying many of Bozeman’s trails and parks, like Burke Park, Bozeman Creek, and the Hyalite and Mount Ellis areas. Ron and his wife Claire enjoy spending their days with family, friends, and time outdoors.