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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-01-14 1 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION BOZEMAN, MONTANA January 14, 1985 ************************ The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room, Municipal Building, January 14, 1985, at 4: 00 p.m. Present were Mayor Weaver, Commissioner I Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, City Manager Wysocki, Assistant City Manager Barrick, City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith and Clerk of the Commission Sullivan. Commis- sioner Jordan was absent in compliance with Section 7-3-4322, M. C.A. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. The minutes of the regular meeting of January 7, 1985, were approved as submitted. None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for discussion. Award bid - Repurchase Agreement for the period beginning January 18, 1985 City Manager Wysocki stated the current Repurchase Agreement expires on January 18, 1985. He stated the staff has accepted and opened proposals for the Repurchase Agreement for the period January 18,1985 through April 1, 1986. Mr. Charles C. McKinney, Sr., Director of Finance, stated the staff has solicited pro- posals from all financial institutions within the city limits, as specified in the State Statutes. He stated First Security Bank and Montana Bank are the only two banks which submitted proposals, as follows: Type of Account Montana Bank First Security Bank Repurchase Agreement 51 basis points above 91-day 10 basis points above 91-day T-Bill (8.31% today) T -Bill (7.9% today) Operating Accounts "Super NOW" Account rate 75 basis points less than (6.25% today) 182-day T-Bill (7.3% today) I Demand Account (Zero balance daily) Will provide Will provide HUD Account "Standard NOW" Account rate 5.25% (5.25% today) Petty Cash, City "Money Market" rate (6.25% 175 basis points less than Court, Payroll today) 182-day T-Bill (6.30% today) The Director of Finance stated that First Bank and Western Federal Savings submitted letters indicating that they do not intend to bid. He then stated he has analyzed the bids and determined that, although the proposed interest rate on the Repurchase Agreement is higher through Montana Bank, the higher proposed interest rates on the other accounts through the First Security Bank more than offset that difference, due to the amounts of money placed in those accounts. He then recommended that the proposal be awarded to First Security Bank. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the proposal for the Repurchase Agreement and other City accounts for the period January 18, 1985 through April 1, 1986 be awarded to First Security Bank at the interest rates listed above. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Open bids - bond sale for SID No. 646, sanitary sewer and water in the North Seventh Annexation I This was the time and place set to open the bids for the bond sale for Special Improve- ment District No. 646, to finance the construction of sanitary sewer and water mains in the North Seventh Annexation. It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that that the bids be opened and read. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. 01-14-85 .'. 2 The following bid was then opened and read: Net Effective I nterest Rate D.A. Davidson and Company Bozeman, Montana 11.7869% Director of Finance McKinney stated that the City is currently in the process of tracing a bid which was sent to the wrong zip code and requested that the Commission keep the bidding process open at this time to see if the written bid is received prior to the end of the Com- I mission meeting. Resolution No. 2540 - intent to annex 1.404-acre tract as requested b This was the time and place set for the decision on Commission Resolution No. 2540, as prepared by the City Attorney, entitled: COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2540 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, DECLARING IT TO BE THE INTENTION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, THE INHABITANTS THEREOF AND THE INHABITANTS OF A TRACT OF LAND CONTIGUOUS TO SAID CITY OF BOZEMAN AND HEREIN MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED, TO EXTEND THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY OF BOZEMAN SO AS TO INCLUDE SAID CONTIGUOUS TRACT WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS THEREOF. City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission adopted Commission Resolution No. 2540 on December 17, 1984 and held the public hearing on January 7, 1985. He then recommended that the Commission indicate its intent to proceed with this annexation. It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commission indicate its intent to annex the subject 1.404-acre tract and authorize and direct the staff to negotiate a contract for services and prepare a Resolution of Annexation. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. I Handicapped parking - Shirley Sedivy City Manager Wysocki stated that Mrs. Sedivy has requested that this item be deferred until the January 28, 1985 meeting. Request - variance to Sign Code - Bozeman Denture Center, 22 South Grand Avenue City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission a request by the Bozeman Denture Center, 22 South Grand Avenue, for a variance to the Sign Code. He noted the applicant wishes to flush mount a wooden sign, which is not permitted under the present Sign Code. The City Manager then concurred in the Building Official's recommendation to approve the request. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the Commission approve the request for variance to the Sign Code requested by the Bozeman Denture Center, 22 South Grand Avenue. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voti ng No, none. City Manager Wysocki then noted the Commission seems to feel that wooden signs are appropriate in the downtown business district and suggested they may wish to consider an amendment to the Sign Code to provide for wooden signs. The Commission concurred and requested that the staff proceed with preparing an amendment. Discussion - Historic Preservation - Martha Catlin I City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission had requested that Martha Catlin provide an overview and update on the historic preservation program. Senior Planner Mike Money stated that the City-County Planning Board entered into an agreement with the State Historical Preservation Office in October 1984 for the purpose of providing a Historical Preservation Officer. He stated a $24,600.00 grant was obtained to cover the costs of operations and salary for the position. He noted the purpose of the position is to 01-14-85 3 follow up on the recently completed historical survey and suggested goals and policies contained in the Master Plan. He indicated the City-County Planning Board must provide an equal match to the grant monies, which can be done through donation of equipment, office space and personnel time. Also, the First Bank has donated $300.00; and the South Willson Historical Society has pledged $500.00. The Senior Planner stated the anticipated completion date for the project is October 1, 1985. He noted the Planning Board will review the position in July; and if it feels I not all work can be completed by October 1, 1985, it will apply for another grant to extend the position. If the extension is not necessary, Ms. Catlin will begin the closing of the program so that all activities can be completed by the October 1 date. Ms. Martha Catl in, Historical Preservation Officer, stated her duties include assisting the public in developing National Register nominations and reviewing applications for tax credit to determine if they are eligible. She also indicated she is planning an educational program, which will include meetings with neighborhood groups and possibly workshops. She noted the newly-formed seven-member Steering Committee includes representatives from various areas of the City, as well as at-large, who will assist in reviewing district nominations for historical purposes. She stated the Steering Committee will function for three months, and will identify issues and a method for addressing those issues. She indicated that after three months, the Historical Preservation Commission will assume the duties which have been initially absorbed by the Steering Committee. Ms. Catlin stated one of the most important parts of this program is the designation of local historical districts. She showed the Commission a color coded map categorizing 3,000 structures in Bozeman. She stated four districts have been suggested: Main Street, Beall Park, Cooper Park, and an expanded South Willson Avenue district. She noted public awareness is important, and she will be conducting informal meetings, public hearings and workshops to address that item. She then stated she wi II prepare an historic preservation plan, which will be submitted as a Master Plan Amendment. Ms. Catlin then introduced the members of the Steering Committee, as follows: I Ted Metzger City-County Planning Board Pat Follett Zoning Commission Mary Vant Hull City Commission Pat Ecton South Willson Historic District Laurie Schultz Main Street Elizabeth McLaughlin Cooper Park Ron Rice Beall Park Martha Catlin then stated a copy of Bozeman's Historic Resources was prepared as the final report for the historic survey completed last year. She indicated more copies will be available for public review as soon as some minor corrections have been made. She also noted 2,000 copies of the "Historic Bozeman" brochure have been published and are available at no cost in the City-County Planning office. Mayor Weaver asked if there is any enabling legislation which defines the responsibilities and powers of the Historical Preservation Commission. Ms. Catlin indicated there is no enabling legislation, but the Commission is to be advisory. Senior Planner Money stated the Commission may wish to adopt an ordinance which would establish the Historical Preservation Commission as an advisory body to the Board of Adjustment, City-County Planning Board, Zoning Commission and City Commission, so that they have an opportunity to review the historic significance of all structures or areas in the City. Mayor Weaver thanked Senior Planner Money and Historical Preservation Officer Catlin for their presentation. I acres (runs Road, west of North Nineteenth ectJOn 2, City Manager Wysocki stated the Planning Staff has prepared a staff report on the Smith Annexation. He noted the subject annexation is a 240-acre tract located in the south one-half of the northeast quarter and the southeast quarter of Section 2, Township 2 South, Range 5 East, Montana Principal Meridian. He stated the subject site is more commonly located immediate- ly north of Durston Road, along the west side of North Nineteenth Avenue extended. 01-14-85 ~--- it Assistant Planner Marcia Elkins presented the Staff Report. She stated this site is also known as the "Annie Subdivision." She stated a Master Plan Amendment to designate this property as multi-use was recently approved. The applicant will also submit a request for rezoning from AS, Agricultural Suburban, to multiple use if the guidelines have been established for that zone. Ms. Elkins then reviewed the criteria established in Commission Resolution No. 2532. She noted the major issue to be addressed is traffic circulation. This involves improvement of I Durston Road between North Seventh Avenue and North Nineteenth Avenue as well as paving that portion west of North Nineteenth Avenue. She noted the State Highway Department has indicated that FAU funding will not be available for construction of North Nineteenth Avenue extended and West Oak Street until 1990 or 1991. The Assistant Planner then stated the Engineering Officer has recommended that the rights-of-way for the north half of Durston Road, the west half of North Nineteenth Avenue extended, the full width of West Oak Street, the east half of North 28th Avenue and the south half of a street along the north boundary be dedicated to the City as a part of the annexation requirements. The staff also recommends that a Waiver of Protest of SI D's for road improvement be required. Assistant Planner Elkins then stated two water courses are located on the subject site. One is a designated stream, and one appears to be, although it has not been so designated. She stated a 35-foot stream setback should be required along both water courses. Ms. Elkins then stated the amount of water rights or payment-in-lieu for the annexation should be determined at the time the Preliminary Plat is approved if this parcel is annexed. The Assistant Planner then reviewed the items the Planning Staff feels should be addressed prior to annexation: (1) dedication of street rights-of-way as specified above, along with Waivers of Protest for SID's for the improvement of those streets; (2) timing of the development to meet the FAU funding for North Nineteenth Avenue and West Oak Street; and (3) providing easements for the 35-foot stream setback. Commissioner Vant Hull noted that the fiscal impact of the annexation has not been I determined. She then asked if that should be part of the information requested from the applicant at the time the original request is submitted, even though the mechanism for staff evaluation has not yet been establ ished. Assistant Planner Elkins noted that information could be required with the initial appli- cation. Commissioner Anderson noted questions have been raised about the storm drainage and asked if that has been addressed. Ms. Elkins stated the Engineering Officer will review the storm drainage plans as development occurs. Commissioner Vant Hull stated the second item in the Staff Report indicates that a traffic study should be completed. She then asked when the study should be done. The Assistant Planner stated that an impact statement is required during the subdivision review; and traffic circulation is a part of that statement. Commissioner Vant Hull then noted the plan initially submitted to the Commission included a very large neighborhood business district. She asked if annexation of the subject parcel will imply approval of the proposed district. Assistant Planner Elkins stated the Commission must consider only the annexation of a large block of basically vacant property. She then stated if the Multiple Use zoning is approved, the applicant will have flexibility in developing the site. City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission must determine whether it feels it is in the best interests of the City to annex the subject parcel. He stated if an affirmative answer I results, specific questions and concerns about development of the site can be addressed during the various stages of review. He noted the City has considered very few annexations of this size and indicated all aspects should be carefully reviewed. He further noted that development of this property will be a fifteen- to twenty-year project. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the Commission acknowledge receipt of the Staff Report, and authorize and direct the City Attorney to prepare a Resolution of I ntention to annex the subject property. The motion carried by the 01-14-85 [:- \) following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Break - 4:55 to 5:05 p.m. Mayor Weaver declared a break at 4:55 p.m., to reconvene at 5:05 p.m., in accordance with Commission policy established at their regular meeting of March 14, 1983. I Discussion - Ordinance No. 1171 - revising policy for sidewalk snow removal This was the time and place set for discussion on the final adoption of Ordinance No. 1171, as prepared by the City Attorney, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1171 AN ORDI NANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, PROVIDING FOR REMOVAL OF SNOW AND ICE FROM SIDEWALKS; PROHIBITING DEPOSITING OF SNOW AND ICE IN CERTAIN PLACES; AND IMPOSING PENAL TIES. City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission had conducted a public hearing on this Ordinance at last week's meeting. Mayor Weaver indicated that, although the non-required public hearing has been closed, the Commission would accept public input at this time. Mr. Dick Hodder, 2479 Bear Canyon Road, stated he owns property on East Davis Street. He indicated it is easier for those who live on site to clean the sidewalks than for someone who lives outside the city. He also stated he feels a time limit is needed to urge people to keep their sidewalks clean. He noted once the sidewalks become icy and hazardous, the purpose of the Ordinance has been lost. Ms. Cleo Butler, 2890 Springhill Road, stated she also owns a rental unit in town. She stated she feels the occupant should be responsible for the removal of snow from the sidewalks. She indicated a statement in the lease which her tenants sign specifies that the tenant is responsible for snow removal and suggested that all landlords consider that requirement. I Mr. William Davis, 307 South Bozeman Avenue, stated the blades on the Jeeps which the City uses for removing snow from the sidewalks leave some snow on the sidewalk because they must be raised slightly to accommodate unevenness in the sidewalks. He stated that he feels businesses should be able to get the snow off their sidewalks by 9: 30 a. m. without any problem. Mr. Davis indicated that he feels the property owner should be responsible for the snow removal. He does not feel the City should become involved in sidewalk snow removal again. He also noted it is not the elderly who do not clean the sidewalks, but the young able-bodied people. Commissioner Anderson stated the people to whom she has talked have indicated they do not feel the City should become involved in the sidewalk snow removal, but the property owners should be responsible. Most of the people also indicated they feel the residents should be allowed twelve to twenty-four hours to clean the sidewalks after a snow storm. She then stated questions were raised about who is responsible for vacant houses or houses in receivership. Commissioner Vant Hull stated she has talked to three different groups this past week. She stated the Senior Citizen Center currently has forty requests for sidewalk snow removal; and they feel that is all they can handle adequately. The Commissioner then stated the Job Service indicated that there are people who are willing to clean the sidewalks at a cost of $3.00 to $3.50 per hour. The Human Resource Development Council also indicated that four young people are available through that office to assist the elderly or handicapped with snow removal at no cost to the individual. Commissioner Mathre asked who is responsible for the snow removal under the proposed Ordinance. I City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith stated the people who reside in the dwelling are responsi- ble; and so are the owners of the property. She noted that, although the owner is responsible for the snow removal, they may not be the ones who do the snow removal. She then noted that if the City orders the snow removed and the bill remains unpaid, the cost will be assessed against the property on the special assessments billing and will become the responsibility of the property owner. Commissioner Mathre then asked if the City will remove the snow when necessary. 01-14-85 G City Manager Wysocki stated the City does not have sufficient workers to do the snow removal. He indicated the sidewalk snow removal will be contracted, probably on a rotating basis among those who clear snoW professionally. Commissioner Mathre then asked who will be responsible for cleaning the sidewalks on arterial streets which abut the rear yards, such as Kagy Boulevard. City Manager Wysocki stated the City will probably be responsible for cleaning the sidewalks along Kagy Boulevard where they abut the rear yards. I Commissioner Anderson asked if a provision for annual review should be included in the Ordinance. The City Attorney stated she does not feel that provision should be a part of the Ordinance. She noted that matter can be handled administratively if the Commission wishes to review it annually. Commissioner Anderson then asked if a graduated fine schedule should be included in the Ordinance, similar to the schedule used in Madison, Wisconsin. City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith stated the way this Ordinance is written provides for that option. Commissioner Mathre asked why a fine structure is included in the Ordinance. City Manager Wysocki stated the fines provide a method for getting some people's atten- tion when no other methods seem to work. Mayor Weaver noted the sidewalks are located in the City's right-of-way; the current method of snow removal used by the City does not clean all of the snow off the sidewalk; and the purpose of the snow removal is to provide safe pedestrian circulation in the winter. He then stated he feels incentives should be used rather than disincentives: and indicated he has difficulty in seeing the criminal intent in failing to shovel the sidewalk. The Mayor then noted the City recently implemented snow routes on various streets and suggested that sidewalk snow routes also be designated and maintained by the City. He suggested that a rotary brush mounted to the front of a tractor may clean the sidewalks better than the plow on the front of the Jeep that is currently used. I City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith stated it would be much more difficult to enforce the Ordinance if the criminal penalty section is removed; and the enforcement would become much more cumbersome. City Manager Wysocki stated that if the City cleans the sidewalk and bills the individual but does not receive payment, the taxpayers may be responsible for that payment for up to three years. Commissioner Anderson and Commissioner Vant Hull indicated that they feel the criminal penalty should be retained in the Ordinance. Commissioner Vant Hull then stated she feels the time allowed for residential areas should be changed to within twenty-four hours of the cessa- tion of the snowfall. Mayor Weaver asked the staff to determine the capital and operations and maintenance costs for a two-year sidewalk snow removal program. Commissioner Anderson and Commissioner Vant Hull expressed opposition to that request and asked that further discussion on this item be deferred for a period of one week until Commissioner Jordan returns. Commissioner Vant Hull noted that the testimony received last week indicates that what- ever Ordinance the Commission adopts should be enforced. Commissioner Anderson noted one of the suggestions received during the public hearing is that pictures should be taken as part of the enforcement procedure. City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith asked for clarification of the Commission's position on the requirement to clear eight feet of the sidewalk if it is wider. The Commission concurred that the entire width of all sidewalks should be cleared. I Mayor Weaver stated he feels the law should be minimally necessary, realizing that people usually remove the snow without an Ordinance requiring such action. Mr. Mike Ward, 416 East Story, suggested that the Commission take no further action on the proposed Ordinance, repeal the old Ordinance, and adopt a policy stating the Commission feels it would be nice if everybody would clean their sidewalks. The Mayor requested that this item be placed on next week's agenda for further discussion on the criminal provisions and the possible implementation of a sidewalk snow removal route. 01-14-85 7 Appointment of subcommittee to review Pledged Securities as of December 31, 1984 City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission must appoint a subcommittee to review the Pledged Securities as of December 31, 1984, as provided by State Statutes. It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commission appoint Commissioner Mathre and Commissioner Vant Hull to the subcommittee to review the Pledged Securities as of December 31, 1984. The motion carried by the following I Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commis- sioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Break - 6:05 to 6:10 p.m. Mayor Weaver declared a break at 6:05 p.m., to reconvene at 6:10 p.m., in accordance with Commission policy established at their regular meeting of March 14, 1983. Open bids (continued) - bond sale for SID No. 646, sanitary sewer and water in the North Seventh Annexation City Manager Wysocki stated the bid from Grande and Company, I nc., arrived at the City Hall about 10: 00 a. m., but was sent to the wrong office. He stated the bid has not been opened and suggested that the bid be now opened and read and that it be considered in the same manner as the bid from D .A. Davidson and Company, since there is no way that the bid could have been altered. The following bid was then opened and read: Net Effective I nterest Rate Grande and Company, Inc. Seattle, Washington 10.9161% It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the bids be referred to staff for review and a recommendation to be submitted later in the meeting. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner I Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Discussion - FYI items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Information" items. (1) Weekly construction reports submitted by Thomas, Dean and Hoskins, Inc., for the Water System Improvement project. (2) The City Manager reminded the Commission that he will conduct a public hearing on requests for UDAG funding tomorrow evening at 7:00 p.m. He noted all requests must be submitted to the Clerk of the Commission prior to the close of tomorrow's business day; and one letter has been received to date. (3) Commissioner Mathre stated the Local Government Study Commission met at 5: 30 p.m. last Wednesday, January 9. She stated the next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 23, 1985. She stated the Commission plans to submit a proposal to be placed on the ballot in the November 1986 election. The Commissioner then indicated she will keep a copy of the minutes and circulate one copy of the minutes to all of the Commissioners. (4) Commissioner Anderson stated she has prepared a folder containing the resolutions which were formally adopted by the National League of Cities Congress of Cities in Indianapolis. She noted the folder has a routing slip and requested that each Commissioner review the packet. (5) Mayor Weaver stated the Audit Committee has received six proposals to date; and I the deadline is tomorrow. He stated the staff will open the bids on Wednesday in a formal meeting and prepare a summary to be submitted to the Audit Committee and the Commission. He stated the Audit Committee will meet within a week after the bid opening to begin evaluation of the proposals, using an evaluation form which has already been prepared. He indicated the Audit Committee will then submit a recommendation to the Commission as soon as possible. (6) Commissioner Vant Hull submitted to the Commissioners a list of the legislative bills which have been introduced during the past week which may affect local governments. She 01-14-85 8 noted HB53, sponsored by Hanna, would limit the binding effect of waivers of protest of annexa- tion to the signer(s) of the waiver. The Commissioner then suggested that someone may wish to check with the League office to determine whether opposition should be organized. Mayor Weaver indicated he will contact the League office. Award bid - bond sale for SID No. 646, sanitary sewer and water in the North Seventh Annexation This was the time and place set to award the bid for the bond sale for Special Improve- I ment District No. 646, to finance the construction of sanitary sewer and water mains in the North Seventh Annexation. Director of Finance McKinney recommended that the Commission accept the bid submitted by Grande and Company, Inc., Seattle, Washington, at the net effective interest rate of 10.9161 percent. Commissioner Mathre asked if the interest rate is competitive. She suggested that if it appears high, the staff may wish to negotiate for a lower rate. City Manager Wysocki stated the interest rate on the SID bonds sold in April 1984 is 11 .45 percent. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the bid for the bond sale for Special Improvement District No. 646, for the construction of sanitary sewer and water mains to serve the North Seventh Annexation, be awarded to Grande and Company, Inc., Seattle, Washington, at the net effective interest rate of 10.9161 percent. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Award bid - construction bid for SID No. 646, sanitary sewer and water in the North Seventh Annexation This was the time and place set to award the construction bid for Special Improvement District No. 646, for the installation of sanitary sewer and water mains to serve the North I Seventh Annexation. City Manager Wysocki stated the bids had been opened on December 10, 1984; and the award was deferred unti I after the bond sale had been completed. He then submitted to the Commission a letter from Kerin and Associates, consulting engineers, recommending that the bid be awarded to Johnston Excavating, Inc., Bozeman, Montana, in the amount of $104,228.25, it being the lowest bid received. It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the construction bid for Special Improvement District No. 646, for the installation of sanitary sewer and water to serve the North Seventh Annexation, be awarded to Johnston Excavating, Inc., Bozeman, Montana, in the bid amount of $104,228.25, it being the lowest bid received. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Consent I terns - City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following Consent Items. Application for Raffle License - Eagle's Club - April 20, 1985 - to be raffled is a video cassette recorder valued at T400 Authorize Cit~ Manager to sign - General Release of Easement - Ken LeClair - Sout brook PUD Authorize City Manager to siqn - Easement and Riqht-of-Way Agreement - Ken LeClair -Southbrook PUD Authorize Mayor to sign - contract documents for Water System Improvements Project, Group II-B - Na-Con, Inc. I It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commission approve the Consent Items as listed above, and authorize and direct the appropriate persons to complete the necessary actions. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. 01-14-85 . C) 9 Adjournment - 6:25 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. I KENNETH L. WEAVER, Mayor ATTEST: Clerk of the Commission I I 01-14-85