Dieruf v. City of Bozeman

Petitioner George Dieruf sought a writ of mandamus to compel the city of Bozeman to submit a proposed ordinance and resolution to the electors of the city of Bozeman. Writ of mandamus was denied, petitioner appeals.

On July 21, 1976, the city commission of the city of Bozeman (Commission) passed Ordinance No. 962 adopting a formula for assessing property for the purpose of creating an off street parking facility. On July 28 the Commission passed and adopted Resolution No. 1808 creating special improvement district No. 565 to establish that facility.

Thereafter signed referendum petitions were…