| ERA Landmark Market Watch | | Regional Economy is Thriving |  | At the end of last month, I had the opportunity to attend an Economic Development Update Seminar hosted by the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce. The quantity and quality of pertinent information from an array of speakers provided much food for thought, and I wanted to share some of the highlights with you. Quality schools are paramount for a town to attract and sustain an educated workforce and community. Rob Watson, Superintendent for the Bozeman Public Schools, and Steve Johnson, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, both spoke about the public school system. Bozeman currently serves over 6,700 students and consists of eight elementary schools, two middle schools, a high school, and a charter program. The passing of the bond for the construction of a second high school was necessary for the steadily growing enrollment. Exciting plans were unveiled for the creation of another top notch high school which is scheduled to open in the fall of 2020. Bob Hietala is Dean of Gallatin College MSU, and he presented an overview. Considered the fastest growing college in Montana, it offers a well-rounded selection of programs that can result in Workforce Degrees. The latest enrollment statistics show more than 900 total students, with 300 seeking degrees. Course offerings range from two-year Associate of Applied Science degrees in categories such as aviation, design drafting technology, interior design and photonics, as well as one-year Certificate of Applied Science degrees in bookkeeping, CNC machining technology, medical assisting, welding technology and more. The selection keeps growing with two new programs – culinary arts and information technology technician – being introduced this upcoming fall. The success of Gallatin College shows the need for non-university learning opportunities and enhances our community with a highly trained workforce. | | Featuring Sweet Pea Posters | | FESTIVAL 2017 – SWEET PEA'S 40TH!! Join us at ERA Downtown on July 14th, 2017 for Art Walk where we will be featuring this years Sweet Pea Festival Posters. Beginning July 5th, ERA Downtown will have Sweet Pea merchandise for sale! As we draw nearer with great anticipation, below is a schedule of this years main events to mark on your calendar. ONLINE WRISTBAND SALES START 10AM SATURDAY, MAY 13.
OUTLET AND OFFICE SALES START IN JULY – STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO! SWEET PEA FESTIVAL WEEK IS TUESDAY, AUGUST 1ST THROUGH SUNDAY, AUGUST 6TH ART SHOW – JULY 14 – SEPTEMBER 1 CHALK ON THE WALK – AUGUST 1ST BITE OF BOZEMAN – AUGUST 2ND MUSIC ON MAIN (IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DBA) AUGUST 3RD ADULT RUN – AUGUST 5TH CHILDREN'S RUN AND PARADE – AUGUST 5TH SWEET PEA FESTIVAL WEEKEND – AUGUST 4TH-6TH | | ERA Landmark Featured Properties | | 298 Parklands Trail, Bozeman | | $595,000 | MLS 300422 | | Gorgeous, custom built 2013 Parade Home! This is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath home in the popular Middle Creek Parklands Sub. The kitchen is immaculate with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. The main floor master suite offers an oversized master show with custom tile work and soaker tub. The home includes full landscaping and backs to open space with incredible mountain views. Upscale finishes include walnut flooring, heated tile floors in the master, and air conditioning unit. | | 67 Loch Lomond, Livingston | | $445,000 | MLS 220813 | | Craftsman Paradise Valley home 20 acres. Borders 158 acres of landlock BLM parcel gives elbow room. Mindful Passive solar design, quality construction and great floor plan make this home comfortable and beautiful. The passive solar amenities (Hwam wood stove, etc) give you low heat bills. Outside you have beautiful native landscaping, a raised garden for herbs and greens right off the kitchen and patio, a year round greenhouse. The design team took the 360 degree Paradise Valley views into consideration and the results is stunning. This home is exceptional in design, quality, location and views. | | 2863 Beaver Creek, Gallatin Gateway | | $1,800,000 | MLS 300108 | | Majestic Montana beckons from every window of this breathtaking lodge-style retreat. Architecturally designed to complement the mountain setting and meandering creek, this 4 Br/4.5 bath residence is built to level 4 earthquake standards. Custom craftsmanship, dormer windows, natural wood, and native stone harvested from the property. Open great room is positioned to enjoy wandering wildlife and surrounding views of rock escarpment, 100 foot rock cliff and Beaver Creek drainage. Main level master suite, upstairs library, guest apartment with kitchenette above the garage. Wrap around decks highlight the outdoor living space with 20 private acres; minutes from Big Sky and Yellowstone National Park | | 80 Boiler Spring, Ennis | | $350,000 | MLS 300383 | | Dramatic property with huge rocks, outstanding views & privacy. Comfortable home works great for full time or vacation living. This 4 BR/4BA home is good for 2 families to share or entertaining lots of company. Has large back deck with hot tub. Close to town, but in the country. 4 wheel track to top of the rocky point where you can have cocktails & see the whole valley. Furniture, 4-wheeler & boat negotiable. New 30-year roof in 2015. Septic pumped & inspected, in 2015. | |
