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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN, MONTANA
April 6, 1987
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room,
Municipal Building, April 6,1987, at 2:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Mathre, Commissioner Jordan,
Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, City Manager Wysocki, City I
Attorney Becker and Clerk of the Commission Sullivan.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for
discussion.
Minutes
It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission
approve the minutes of their regular meeting of March 30, 1987, as amended. The motion carried
by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner
Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
Open bids:_one_ 3/4-to~---1~~r-wh~~L_drive pi~!<_up .E'J.!~k .!~~_~_~~_'!Y~!"~--1f_I_f2
This was the time and place set to open the bids for one 3/4-ton four-wheel drive pickup
truck for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The affidavit of publication of the "Call for Bids" was presented.
It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that the bids for
the 3/4 ton four-wheel drive pickup be opened at this time. The motion carried by the following
Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner
Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
The following bids were then opened and read aloud: I
Gross Bid Less Trade Net Bid
Don Norem Chrevrolet-
Buick, Inc.
Bozeman, Montana $14,792.00 $ 3,075.00 $11,717.00
Rol fe and Wood, I nc .
Bozeman, Montana $11,444.80 $ 200.00 $11,244.80
Bozeman Ford
Bozeman, Montana $13,299.00 $ 1,450.00 $11,849.00
It was moved by Commissioner Martel, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the bids
for the 3/4-ton four-wheel drive pickup be referred to staff for review and a recommendation to
be submitted at next week's meeting. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those
voting Aye being Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner
Stiff and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
Open bids_:_ai~~mpressE!__..f~!:_ Water Depart~~!:'!_if-' P)
This was the time and place set to open the bids for an air compressor for the Water
Department.
The affidavit of publication of the "Call for Bids" was presented.
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the bids
for the air compressor be opened at this time. The motion carried by the following Aye and No
vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Stiff, I
Commissioner Martel and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
The following bids were then opened and read aloud:
Gross Bid Less Trade Net Bid
Western Equipment Compa.ny
Billings, Montana $ 9,990.00 $ 950.00 $ 9,040.00
Modern Machinery Company, Inc.
Billings, Montana $10,975.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 8,975.00
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Gross Bid Less Trade Net Bid
Tractor and Equipment Company
Billings, Montana $10,500.00 $ 350.00 $10,150.00
NorMont Equipment Company
Black Eagle, Montana $12,885.00 $ 4,269.00 $ 8,616.00
It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the bids for
the air compressor be referred to staff for review and a recommendation to be submitted at next
I week's meeting. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor
Mathre; those voting No, none.
Request to address Commission re "Just Say No" program - Gwen Brott, school chemical
dependency counselor, and Kathy Iverson, parent
City Manager Wysocki stated that Gwen Brott and Kathy Iverson have requested an oppor-
tunity to address the Commission regarding the "Just Say No" program.
Ms. Gwen Brott stated that she is the chemical dependency coordinator for the school
district. She indicated that she coordinates the chemical dependency programs for kindergarten
through twelfth grade, with "Just Say No" being a part of that program.
Ms. Kathy Iverson, parent, stated that the "Just Say No" program has been established
to help combat drug abuse and is targeted at children in the age group eight to fourteen. She
then noted that school projects for this program will be done on Friday, May 15, and community
projects wi II be done on Saturday, May 16. She noted the community portion includes a walk
along Main Street from the corner of Rouse and Main to the Willson School, where a speaker will
address the group. After that, those involved will help the elderly and handicapped with their
lawn and garden work. She then requested that the Commission close Main Street during the
walk, and further requested that the Commission proclaim that week as "Just Say No to Drugs
Week. II
Mayor Mathre suggested that the applicants submit a draft proclamation to the Clerk of
I the Commission for Commission action.
City Manager Wysocki asked that the request for closure of Main Street be submitted in
writing, noting that City staff as well as the Downtown Bozeman Association should review the
request prior to Commission action.
Report from Library Board of Trustees re Library Federation program
City Manager Wysocki submitted to the Commission a resolution adopted by the Library
Board of Trustees concerning the federation program. He noted that the resolution indicates the
Bozeman Public Library has served as the headquarters library for the Broad Valleys Federation
for the past eleven years; however, with the decrease in funding for the program, the Board
has determined it would be in the library's best interests to terminate its headquarters status,
effective June 30, 1987. He then recommended that the Commission acknowledge receipt of this
resolution, noting that if the Commission wishes, members of the Library Board of Trustees will
attend next week's meeting to discuss this action. None of the Commissioners indicated a desire
to have this item listed on next week's agenda for discussion.
It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that the Commission
acknowledge receipt of the resolution submitted by the Library Board of Trustees concerning
termination of the headquarters library status for the Broad Valleys Federation, effective June
30, 1987. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commis-
sioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Mathre;
I those voting No, none.
Preparation of City Commission's budget unit for FY 1987-88
City Manager Wysocki submitted to the Commission a copy of the budget worksheet for
their budget unit for Fiscal Year 1987-88. He noted that he and the Clerk of the Commission
had projected the costs for the remainder of Fiscal Year 1986-87 as well as submitted suggestions
for the Fiscal Year 1987-88 budget, along with a justification sheet for some of the line items.
Commissioner Martel suggested that the amount budgeted for salaries could be lowered
$1 ,000, based on actual costs for this year. He further suggested the possibility of decreasing
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the budget for travel and schools, since it is almost $800 higher than this year's estimated
expenditures.
The City Manager reminded the Commissioner that the justification sheet indicates that the
amount budgeted for salaries includes 52 regular meetings, anticipating all Commissioners present
at each of those meetings; however, it does not Include monies for any special meetings that may
be held during the year. He further reminded the Commissioners that the upcoming budget must
be based on current circumstances, not potential changes during the year. I
The City Manager further noted that the amount suggested under travel and schools Is
$600 lower than last year's budget. He stated that attendance at the Montana League of Cities
and Towns Convention by most or all of the Commissioners as well as attendance at the National
League of Cities Congress of Cities by one Commissioner are included in the 'budgeted amount.
Mayor Mathre asked the City Manager what guidelines he has established for the department
heads in their budgeting; and he stated that he has requested they hold the line on expensos,
listing any reductions or expansions of programs and justifications therefor.
The Mayor then noted that the suggested amounts total $1,000 lower than the Fiscal Year
1987-88 budget, with all the decreases being within the operations portion of the budget.
Commissioner Jordan suggested that conducting Commission meetings twice each month would
be a way to reduce costs, while maintaining efficiency.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated she feels the elected officials must be knowledgeable and
accessible to the public; and decreasing the number of meetings would be detrimental to that
process.
Commissioner Martel stated he feels the Commissioners are accessible, even if the number
of meetings is reduced.
Mayor Mathre reminded the Commission that the item before the Commission at this time is
preparation of its budget unit for the upcoming fiscal year; and discussion on possible revision
of its meeting schedule would be more appropriately held at another time.
Commissioner Martel stated he feels the Commission should carefully follow the City
Manager's request to hold the line on expenses, budgeting closer to the actual expenditures for I
the current fiscal year than what has been suggested.
City Manager Wysocki suggested that the Commission could reduce the amount budgeted
for travel to $2,500 if they wish.
Mayor Mathre suggested another option would be to reduce the amount budgeted under
other to $1,000. She further noted that the Commissioners could also decide to reduce their pay
somewhat; however, she would not support elimination of their salaries.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated she feels the salaries should not be lowered, noting that
some people who may be interested in running may need that income to offset lost wages as a
result of serving on the Commission.
Commissioner Stiff stated the Commission must decide if it wishes to accept the proposed
numbers or if it wishes to cut as much as possible from the budget; and he is not prepared to
make that type of decision at this time.
It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that action on this
item be tabled for a period of one week. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:
those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commis-
sioner Jordan and Mayor Mathre; those voti ng No, none.
Ordinance No. 1235 - amending Chapter 12.20 of the Bozeman Municipal Code re sidewalk and
curb construction
City Manager Wysocki presented Ordinance No. 1235, as prepared by the City Attorney,
entitled: I
ORDINANCE NO. 1235
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 12.20 OF THE BOZEMAN MUNICIPAL CODE BY
DELETING THE PHRASE "AND MOTOR BUSINESS DISTRICT" FROM SECTION
12.20.010(B); AMENDING THE FEE SCHEDULE FOR STAKING AND GRADING IN
SECTION 12.20.030; ADDING SECTION 12.20.035 DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC SERVICE TO CAUSE REPAIRS OF SIDEWALKS TO BE MADE PURSUANT
TO SECTION 7-14-4122, MCA; AMENDING THE NOTICE REQUIREMENT OF
SECTION 12.20.060 TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 7-1-4129, MCA; AND DELETING
THE INTEREST RATE SET IN SECTION 12.20.070 TO ALLOW THE COMMISSION TO
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ACCEPT AN ALTERNATIVE RATE TO BE ESTABLISHED BY BIDDING.
The City Manager reminded the Commission they had provisionally adopted Ordinance No.
1235 at their regular meeting of March 23, 1987. He then recommended that the Commission
finally adopt Ordinance No. 1235 at this time.
It was moved by Commissioner Martel, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the
Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1235, amending Chapter 12.20 of the Bozeman Municipal
I Code regarding sidewalk and curb construction. The motion carried by the following Aye and
No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner
Jordan, Commissioner Stiff and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
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Commission Resolution No. 2649 - levying and assessinQ SID No. 649 - water, sewer and storm
drams, Annie SubdivIsion, Phase I - $355,000.00
City Manager Wysocki presented Commission Resolution No. 2649, as reviewed by the City
Attorney, entitled:
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2649
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, LEVYING AND ASSESSING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF TAXES UPON
ALL THE PROPERTY IN SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 649 IN THE CITY
OF BOZEMAN, COUNTY OF GALLATIN, STATE OF MONTANA, TO DEFRAY THE
COST OF CONSTRUCTING AND MAKING THE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN SAID
SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 649.
The City Manager stated that this Resolution, as well as the following two, levy and
assess the three Special Improvement Districts located in Annie Subdivision, Phase I. He stated
that these are preliminary assessments, based on the bond amounts; and the final assessments
will be made after all construction costs have been incurred. The City Manager then recommended
that the Resolution be provisionally adopted, and that April 20, 1987 be set as the date for
public hearing.
Commissioner Vant Hull asked if these assessments will be made against the various persons
I listed as having ownership interest in specific lots during the creation of these districts.
City Manager Wysocki reminded the Commissioner that special assessments are made against
the property; and the assessment notices wi II be sent to the owners of record.
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Commis-
sion provisionally adopt Commission Resolution No. 2649, levying and assessing assessments for
Special Improvement District No. 649, and set the publ ic hearing date for Apri I 20, 1987. The
motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull,
Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel and Mayor Mathre; those voting
No, none.
Commission Resolution No. 2650 - levying and assessing SID No. 650 - streets, curbs and gutters,
Sidewalks and storm drain detention basin Improvements, Annie Subdivision, Phase I - $458,000.00
City Manager Wysocki presented Commission Resolution No. 2650, as reviewed by the City
Attorney, entitled:
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2650
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, LEVYING AND ASSESSING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF TAXES UPON
ALL THE PROPERTY IN SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 650 IN THE CITY
OF BOZEMAN, COUNTY OF GALLATIN, STATE OF MONTANA, TO DEFRAY THE
COST OF CONSTRUCTING AND MAKING THE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN SAID
SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 650.
The City Manager recommended that the Commission provisionally adopt Commission Resolution
I No. 2650 and set the public hearing date for April 20, 1987.
It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission
provisionally adopt Commission Resolution No. 2650, levying and assessing assessments for
Special Improvement District No. 650, and set the public hearing date for April 20, 1987. The
motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan,
Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Mathre; those voting
No, none.
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City Manager Wysocki presented Commission Resolution No. 2651, as reviewed by the City
Attorney, entitled:
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2651
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, LEVYING AND ASSESSING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF TAXES UPON I
ALL THE PROPERTY IN SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 651 IN THE CITY
OF BOZEMAN, COUNTY OF GALLATIN, STATE OF MONTANA, TO DEFRAY THE
COST OF CONSTRUCTING AND MAKING THE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN SAID
SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 651.
The City Manager reminded the Commission that this is an extended spe:cial improvement
district for paving of the portion of Durston Road fronting along Annie Subdivision as well as
installation of a gravel walkway. He then recommended that the Commission provisionally adopt
this Resolution and set the public hearing date for April 20, 1987.
It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that the Commission
provisionally adopt Commission Resolution No. 2651, levying and assessing assessments for ex-
tended Special Improvement District No. 651, and set the public hearing date for April 20, 1987.
The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff,
Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Mathre; those voting
No, none.
Discussion - FY I Items
City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Information"
items.
(1) A copy of the letter drafted by Mayor Mathre to the various sE:rvice organizations
concerning the spring clean-up campaign,
The Mayor noted that the Chamber of Commerce has become involved in this year's campaign
by hosting a barbecue for all participants on Saturday, April 25, at Bogert Park. I
(2) The Mayor noted that letters for the goal setting meetings have been sent to several
service organizations. She noted that the community room at the Library was available for all
three meetings, which are to be held on April 27, 29 and 30. She then noted that the individual
she has tried to contact to serve as facilitator is out of town; and she will continue to work on
that item.
(3) Commissioner Vant Hull noted an article in Saturday's edition of the Billings G~~
indicated that the City of Bozeman has adequate water through the year 2005 and asked if that
information is from a new report.
The City Manager stated that the City staff has just received a new report for Lyman
Creek and the presedimentation pond. He noted that a summary of that report will be submitted
to the Commission as soon as possible.
(4) The City Manager stated that he and Director of Finance Gamradt met with bond
consultants regarding possible refinancing of the City's water bond issue, with the possibility of
obtaining adequate funds for construction of improvements at Lyman Creek and the presedimentation
pond. He noted that a careful review of this year's revenues, since the rate increase has been
in effect, must be completed before any action is taken. He also indicated that a determination
must be made on whether to seek MB IA (Municipal Bond Insurance Association) coverage to assure
AAA rating or whether to sell the bonds at the A rating which they currently carry. The City
Manager noted that if refinancing is to be done, the bonds will probably be sold in early to
mid-July.
(5) The City Manager stated he received a call from Alec Hansen regarding HB743, and I
noted that this bill will probably appear before the committee on Wednesday or Thursday.
(6) The City Manager stated that last week, one of the bills slated for hearing included
the various water development projects to be funded. He reminded the Commission that the I-Iyalite
Reservoir project is one of the applications for those monies.
(7) The City Manager reminded the Commissioners of the I nteragency Breakfast, to be
held Wednesday morning at 7:00 a.m. at the GranTree Inn.
(8) The Mayor stated she has placed mall by the mailboxes for Commissioner review.
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(9) Agenda and packets for the City-County Planning Board/Zoning Commission meeting
to be held on Thursday, April 9, at 7:30 p.m.
Consent Items
City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "Consent Items."
Request for permission to close Main Street from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, July 29, 1987; request for manpower to secure both ends
I of closure; request for waiver of open container ordinance from
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - "A Taste of Bozeman"
Proclamation - "National Library Week" - April 5-11, 1987
Approval of selection of old hospital site for Section 8 Moderate
Rehabilitation Program, as recommended by Loan Review Committee
Authorize call for Bids - Construction of 1986 Sidewalk Program
Building Inspection Division report for March 1987
Claims
It was moved by Commissioner Martel, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the Commis-
sion approve the Consent Items as listed and the appropriate persons be authorized and directed
to complete the necessary actions. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those
voting Aye being Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner
Stiff and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
Recess - 3: lOp. m.
Mayor Mathre declared a recess at 3:10 p.m., to reconvene at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose
of conducting the scheduled public hearings.
Reconvene - 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Mathre reconvened the meeting at 7: 00 p. m. for the purpose of conducting the
scheduled public hearings.
Public hearing - Conditional Use Permit for PUD, Conditional Use Permit for Day Care Center,
I and ConditIOnal Use Permit for convenience store - southwood Center, 1805 South Tracy Avenue;
Preliminary Plat Review - amended plat of Lot lA, Block 6 of the Amended Subdivision Plat of
Thompson's Fourth Addition
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the Conditional Use Permit
requested for the Southwood Center Planned Unit Development, the Conditional Use Permit
requested for the Southwood Center Day Care Center, and the Conditional Use Permit for the
Southwood Center Convenience Store, to include gas service, all to be located in Southwood
Center, 1805 South Tracy Avenue; and a preliminary plat review for the amended plat of Lot 1 A
of Block 6 of the Amended Subdivision Plat of Thompson's Fourth Addition.
City Manager Wysocki submitted to the Commission a letter from Morrison-Maierle,
engineering consultants, and Clair W. Daines, owner/manager of Southwood Partners, withdrawing
the four subject applications. He then recommended that the Commission acknowledge receipt of
this letter of withdrawal.
It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission
acknowledge receipt of the letter of withdrawal of all four applications as submitted by
Morrison-Maierle and Clair W. Daines, representing Southwood Partners. The motion carried by
the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Stiff,
Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none,
Public hearing - Master Plan Amendment - medium-density residential to light industrial - Jerry
Perkins and Philip Saccoccia - a portion of the north one-half of Tract 1 and a portion of the
I northwest quarter of Tract 2, COS No. 1215 (south of Baxter Lane and east of North 19th Avenue
extended)
This was the time and place set for the publ ic hearing on the Master Plan Amendment re-
quested by Jerry Perkins and Philip Saccoccia to change the current designation of medium-
density residential to light industrial on a portion of the north one-half of Tract 1 and a portion
of the northwest quarter of Tract 2, Certificate of Survey No. 1215. This parcel is more commonly
known as being located south of Baxter Lane and east of North 19th Avenue extended.
Mayor Mathre opened the public hearing.
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Long Range Planning/Subdivision Administrator Marcia Elkins presented the 'Staff Report.
She reminded the Commission that the applicants had originally submitted a request to change
the land use from medium-density residential to light industrial and general highway commercial;
and at its July 10, 1986 meeting, the City-County Planning Board voted to table action on the
request until after the Master Plan has been revised because the staff had recommended approval
of the light industrial and denial of the general highway commercial land use designation. The
Plann~r stated that in January 1987 the applicant requested the light industrial land use desig- I
nation portion of the application be removed from the table and acted upon at this time, while
allowing the general highway commercial portion of the application to remain on the table until
the Master Plan revisions have been completed.
The Planner indicated that the application currently before the Commission is to change
the land use designation from medium-density residential to light industria' on approximately 12.8
acres, which will be located north of the realigned Baxter Lane. She noted that the Di rector of
Public Service has reviewed and indicated his support for the proposed realignment of Baxter
Lane. She further noted that the City-County Planning Board has reviewed the request and con-
curred that the proposed Baxter Lane would improve the street system and would provide an ade-
quate buffer between the light industrial and residential uses.
Mr. Paul Kinshella, Sanderson/Stewart/Gaston Engineering, Inc., representing the appli-
cants, reminded the Commission that the parcel owned by Mr. Saccoccia is currently going
through the annexation process; and rezoning of the property cannot be completed until it has
been annexed. He noted that the property owned by Mr. Perkins has already been annexed;
and he would like to proceed through the zoning process as soon as possible.
Commissioner Vant Hull asked when development of the property is anticipated to begin.
The City Manager reminded the Commission that It is important to establish the line of
Baxter Lane so that the line between the light industrial and residential areas is defined.
Planner Elkins stated that the improvements, including streets, water and sewer, required
to be installed before development will be set forth in the Annexation Agreement. She noted
that the timeframe for development of the site after those improvements have been installed wi II I
be determined by the market.
Commissioner Martel asked when the Master Plan update will be completed.
The Planner stated that the Planning Department has not yet hired a new planner to work
on long-range planning; therefore, no work has been done on updating of the Plan.
Commissioner Vant Hull noted that the staff report contains a concern that the subject
property could be developed as a commercial strip through the conditional use process if this
property is zoned for light industrial use. She further noted that the staff has suggested that
the Commission establish strict controls on development of the area to avoid that type of
development.
Planner Marcia Elkins stated that repeated use of the conditional use process could allow
development that would be similar to that found in the B-2, Community Highway Business, District.
She noted that the governing body should attempt to maintain the character of the district by
limiting the majority of development to light industrial type uses. The Planner suggested one
method for that would be to place a "T" on the zoning designation, establishing specific criteria
to be reviewed for each application for development within the district.
Commissioner Jordan expressed concern about the entire conditional use process, suggesting
that it be carefully reviewed, He then asked how a change in that process would affect the
subject site if the Commission approves this Master Plan Amendment.
Planner Elkins stated that development completed between the time the necessary processes
have been finalized and any revisions are made to the conditional use process would be under
the current code. She noted that any development after revisions to the conditional use process I
would be affected by those revisions. The Planner then reminded the Commission that the only
issue before them at this time is the Master Plan Amendment from medium-density residential to
light industrial.
No one was present to speak in opposition to the requested Master Plan Amendment.
Mayor Mathre closed the public hearing. A decision will be forthcoming in one week.
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Public hearing':" Master Plan Amendment - light industrial to medium-density residential - Albert
L. Harting, John D. Goering, Ca!,1 ~~.- Godtlan~ ,. -.ro-sepFl-W.Blggs an.d ra_t!lerine A -: .Gn..etim=-[Qts
6 throuqh 20, Block 50, Northern l5"aclfic Addition (411, 407, 403 NortFll3roadway Avenue, 809
East FrIdley Street and 414 North Plum Avenue)
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the Master Plan Amendment
requested by Albert L. Harting, John D. Goering, Carl H. Godtland, Joseph W. Biggs and
Catherine A. Gnehm to change the present designation of light industrial to medium-density
I residential on Lots 6 through 20 of Block 50, Northern Pacific Addition. These parcels are more
commonly known as 411, 407 and 403 North Broadway Avenue, 809 East Fridley Street, and 414
North Plum Avenue.
Mayor Mathre opened the public hearing.
Long Range Planning/Subdivision Administrator Marcia Elkins presented the Staff Report.
She stated the proposed Master Plan Amendment would change the land use designation on six
properties, five of which have been developed as residential and one of which is vacant. She
noted this is the first step in rezoning of the property from light industrial to a medium-density
residential zoning. She then reviewed the adjacent land uses, noting industrial uses are located
to the east and north and residential development to the west and south.
Planner Elkins stated that the City-County Planning Board reviewed this application and
recommended approval of the application. She noted that rather than redevelopment of the area
as light industrial as the homes have deteriorated, the homeowners have chosen to renovate those
homes. She further noted that the diversity of ownership in that area makes the possibility of
redevelopment as light industrial very unlikely. The Planner stated that the City-County
Planning Board also directed the staff to review the land use designation for Blocks 51 and 52 of
the Northern Pacific Addition, which lie immediately west of the subject site.
Mr. John Goering, 809 East Fridley Street, stated this application for Master Plan Amend-
ment was submitted after Mr. Harting attempted to obtain refinancing for his home but was unable
to do so because of the light industrial zoning for the area. He also noted that homeowners in
this area have faced hindrances in improving their properties because of the zoning, which
I requires that they go before the Board of Adjustment to obtain variances because the homes are
nonconforming uses. Mr. Goering then stated that he owns the vacant lot involved, which he
purchased to protect his house due to the adverse zoning of the area.
Commissioner Vant Hull noted that review of the land use designation for Blocks 51 and
52 is mentioned twice in the staff report and asked if the Commission should direct the staff to
review that item.
Planner Elkins stated that since the City-County Planning Board has already directed the
staff to review that issue, there is no need for the City Commission to do so.
Commissioner Martel asked when the subject property was zoned M-l.
The Planner stated that she is not certain when the zoning was implemented; however, it
has not been rezoned since 1981. She further noted there has been no change in use on the
subject properties since 1981.
No one was present to speak in opposition to the proposed Master Plan Amendment.
Mayor Mathre closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Com-
mission waive the customary one-week waiting period. The motion carried by the following Aye
and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner
Stiff, Commissioner Martel and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission
approve the Master Plan Amendment from light industrial to medium-density residential on Lots 6
through 20, Block 50 of the Northern Pacific Addition. The motion carried by the following Aye
I and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Martel,
Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Mathre; those voting No, none.
Adjournment - 7:50 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved
by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that the meeting be adjourned. The
motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff,
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Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Mathre; those voting
No, none.
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JUDITH A. MATHRE, Mayor -
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