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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-02-25 60 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION BOZEMAN, MONT ANA February 25, 1985 ************************ The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room, Municipal Building, February 25, 1985, at 4:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Weaver, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, City Manager I Wysocki, Assistant City Manager Barrick, City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith and Clerk of the Commission Sullivan. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Action on the minutes of the regular meeting of February 19, 1985 was deferred for a period of one week. None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for discussion. Open bids - Eight (8) inch water well in Bogert Park This was the time and place set for the opening of bids for the drilling of an eight (8) inch water well in Bogert Park. The affidavit of publication for the "Call for Bids" was presented. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the bids for drilling of an eight-inch water well in Bogert Park be opened and read. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commis- sioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. City Manager Wysocki stated that no bids have been received. He then noted this is the third time that bids have been requested for this item; and he feels it would now be appropriate for the staff to negotiate with a well drilling firm on the specifications and the price for the drilling of the well. He expressed concern about the safety of the City employees who must I enter Bozeman Creek during the winter to chop out the ice which has formed on the bottom, indicating that the water from the well should alleviate much of the labor required to keep the creek open. It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the Commission authorize and direct the staff to contact well drilling companies for the purpose of negotiating the specifications and cost of drilling an eight (8) inch water well in Bogert Park, and report back to the Commission as soon as possible. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Award bid - purchase of one mechanical lifting device and 100 refuse containers This was the time and place set to award the bid for the purchase of one mechanical lifting device, ten sixty-gallon refuse containers and ninety ninety-gallon refuse containers. City Manager Wysocki submitted to the Commission a memo from Director of Public Service Holmes indicating that the bid package submitted by H-C-L Equipment, Inc., Billings, Montana for Dye Plastics products does not meet or exceed the bid specifications and recommending that the bid be awarded to H-C-L Equipment, Inc., for Heil products in the bid amount of $10,745.00. The City Manager then indicated concurrence in that recommendation. Commissioner Vant Hull then submitted copies of a letter from the office of the Mayor of Lansing, Michigan, to the Commissioners. She noted the one-man truck, non-automated garbage I collection system listed in the letter may be considered in future discussions of this item. She then asked how long it will take to get the lifting device and containers. The City Manager indicated it will probably take six to eight weeks to get the items. He then indicated an MPA intern from MSU has been assigned to contact persons to establish a route for the garbage truck with the lifting device. He noted between twenty and thirty people have indicated an interest in using one of the refuse containers for the pilot plan. It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the bid for the purchase of one mechanical lifting device, ten sixty-gallon refuse containers and ninety 02-25-85 GI ninety-gallon refuse containers be awarded to H-C-L Equipment, Inc., Billings, Montana in the bid amount of $10,745.00 for Heil products, it being the best bid received. 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 being Commissioner Jordan. Decision - - intent to annex the Smith Annexation (as provided in Commission Resolution No. 2515) - 243.3811 acre tract located at the intersection of Durston Road and North 19th extended I This was the time and place set for the decision on the intent to annex the Smith Annexation as provided in Commission Resolution No. 2515, entitled: COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2515 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 that the Commission had conducted the public hearing on this intent to annex at last week's meeting. He then recommended that the Commission approve the intent to annex, subject to the City staff and developer negotiating an acceptable Improve- ments Agreement. Commissioner Jordan noted the subject annexation is large and asked if the Commission will be involved in review of the Improvements Agreement as well as any proposed development. City Manager Wysocki stated the Improvements Agreement will be submitted to the Commis- sion for approval prior to signing, which will probably be six to eight weeks. He also noted the Commission will review the Preliminary Plat for any proposed development of the site. It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commission approve the intention to annex the Smith Annexation, which is a 243. 3811-acre tract located along the north side of Durston Road and the west side of North Nineteenth Avenue I extended, and instruct the City staff to negotiate an acceptable Improvements Agreement with the developer. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voti ng No, none. Preliminary Plat review - amended subdivision of all of Blocks 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing - Gene Graf - located in the E! SE! of Section 18, T2S. R6E, MPM (west of Highland Boulevard, east of Kenyon Drive) This was the time and place set for the Preliminary Plat review for the amended sub- division of all of Blocks 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing, as requested by Gene Graf. The subject parcel is located in the east one-half of the southeast one-quarter of Section 18, Township 2 South, Range 6 East, Montana Principal Meridian. This amended subdivision is more commonly located west of Highland Boulevard and east of Kenyon Drive. Assistant Planner Marcia Elkins presented the Staff Report. She then indicated that she has provided maps of the original subdivision and the amended subdivision request. She reviewed the differences in the two plats, which include an increase in the number of lots, relocation of Sweet Street, and relocation of utility easements and the access easement to the park and water tank area. Assistant Planner Elkins stated the main reason Mr. Graf has requested the amended plat is because the lots on the original plat are large; and the Special Improvement District assess- ments would be very high. The Assistant Planner then stated the City-County Planning Board I has reviewed this Preliminary Plat and recommended approval, subject to four conditions. Commissioner Vant Hull expressed concern that the regulations require that a cul-de-sac have a minimum 50-foot radius; but a larger radius is better for fire equipment. She then asked if the Fire Division has had an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed Preliminary Plat. Planning Director Lere stated he, Director of Public Service Holmes and representatives from the Fire Division will meet in the near future to discuss the requirements for cul-de-sacs. Mr. Gene Graf indicated he was present to answer any questions. 02-25-85 62 No one was present to speak in opposition to the proposed Preliminary Plat. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the Preliminary Plat for the amended subdivision of all of Blocks 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Grafls First Subdivision, Second Filing, located in the east one-half of the southeast one-quarter of Section 18, Township 2 South, Range 6 East, Montana Principal Meridian be approved, subject to the following conditions, as recommended by the City-County Planning Board: 1. That the design for streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm runoff, I sediment, and erosion control facilities be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to construction. 2. That, if the plat is to be filed prior to all improvements being installed and approved by the City of Bozeman, the developer enter into an Improve- ments Agreement with the City of Bozeman, and that it be secured by an acceptable method of security equal to the amount of the cost of in- stallation on the remaining scheduled improvements. Also, plans and specifications for construction must be approved as per Chapters 16.26 and 16.42.030 of the Bozeman Municipal Code prior to submittal of final plats. The Improvements Agreement will contain a construction time schedule and a method of payment to the City of Bozeman for the inspection of the improvements installation. Further, the Improvements Agreement shall identify the phased development of the subdivision and appropriate time frames. 3. The Certificate of Dedication shall read "....., and the lands included in all streets, avenues, alleys, parks, and uti! ity easements shown on said plat are hereby granted and donated to the use of the public forever. II 4. The access road in Block 2 shall be denoted as a public right-of-way. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Petition for re-creation of SID No. 641 - sanitary sewer in portions of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing, and the amended plat of a portion of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission a petition for re-creation of Special I Improvement District No. 641 for the construction of sanitary sewer improvements in Block 1 of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing, and the amended plat of a portion of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing. City Manager Wysocki noted that this SID, and SID Nos. 642, 643 and 644, were originally created in September 1983; and the estimated costs I isted on those Resolutions are no longer accurate. He also noted that approval of the Preliminary Plat in the previous action changes the boundaries for the districts, which must be corrected. The City Manager then recommended that the Commission acknowledge receipt of this petition and refer it to staff for review and preparation of a Resolution of intent to re-create the district. It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the Commission acknowledge receipt of the petition submitted by Westland Enterprises and Eugene Graf, Jr., for re-creation of Special Improvement District No. 641 for the construction of sanitary sewer improvements in Block 1, Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing, and the amended plat of a portion of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing; and refer it to staff for review and preparation of a Resolution of intent to re-create the district. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. of City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission a petition for re-creation of Special I Improvement District No. 642 for the construction of water mains, storm drains and paving in Block 1 of Graf1s First Subdivision, Second Filing, and Block 2 of the amended plat of a portion of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing. The City Manager then recommended that the Commission acknowledge receipt of the 02-25-85 83 petition and refer it to staff for review and preparation of a Resolution of intent to re-create the district. It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Commission acknowledge receipt of the petition submitted by Westland Enterprises and Eugene Graf, Jr., for re-creation of Special Improvement District No. 642 for the construction of water mains, storm drains and paving in Block 1 of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing, and Block I 2 of the amended plat of a portion of Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing; and refer it to staff for review and preparation of a Resolution of intent to re-create the district. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Request - permission to conduct N I RA parade - Gallatin Saddle Club - Wednesday, June 19, 1985, beginning at 1:30 p.m.; request permission for use of City bleachers City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission a request from the Gallatin Saddle Club for permission to conduct the National I ntercollegiate Rodeo Association parade on Main Street on Wednesday, June 19,1985, beginning at 1:30 p.m. He noted the Club is also request- ing permission to use the City bleachers. The City Manager noted that the Chief, of Police has reviewed the request and has indicated he foresees no problems and is willing to work with those organizing the parade. He then noted that the Commission had approved the use of City bleachers along the parade route last year, with moving costs to be paid by the parade organizers. No problems were incurred. He then recommended that the Commission approve the request as submitted. It was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commission approve the request submitted by the Gallatin Saddle Club for permission to conduct the National I ntercollegiate Rodeo Association parade on Wednesday, June 19, 1985 beginning at 1: 30 p. m., and authorize the use of City bleachers along the parade route. The motion carried I by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Staff report - placing of advertising signs on the inside fence of the Recreation Complex City Manager Wysocki submitted to the Commission a memo dated February 22, 1985 from Recreation Superintendent Sue Neville, indicating the Recreation Advisory Board1s recommenda- tion, along with the original letter of request submitted by the Bozeman American Legion Base- ball Board of Di rectors, a letter from the Bozeman Youth Soccer League and a letter from the Gallatin Valley Softball Association. The City Manager then stated the Recreation Advisory Board has recommended approval of the request, subject to specific guidelines listed in the last paragraph of the memo, as follows: The Recreation Advisory Board passed a motion to recommend that the Bozeman American Legion Baseball Association be allowed to sell advertising for boards to be placed at the Recreation Complex between the foul lines on the outfield fence. The signs must be standardized and removed and stored by the Legion at the completion of each season. Twenty-five percent of the income from the sales would be put in a Legion fund to be used for development of a new field. The same rules would apply to any group using the complex. City Manager Wysocki then recommended that the Commission approve the request, subject to the guidelines listed in the paragraph above. Commissioner Anderson asked how the board signs will make the field safer. I Mr. Tom Jelberg, member of the Board of Directors for the Bozeman American Legion Baseball, stated there is no warning track around the field; and some of the kids have run into the steel posts when trying to catch a ball because they don't see the fence. He noted if boards were placed around the field betwe,en the foul lines, it would be more easily seen; and the solid board enclosure should have less potential for injury. Commissioner Anderson asked what the revenues will be used for. City Manager Wysocki stated a large portion of the revenues will be used for operation of the baseball program. 02-25-85 6It Commissioner Jordan asked what the twenty-five percent of the income from sale of signs by the Bozeman Youth Soccer League and the Gallatin Valley Softball Association would be used for, if they decide to sell signs. The City Manager indicated all monies would be used for acquisition and development of a field for the American Legion Baseball program. He noted that relocation of the baseball field would also provide an additional softball field at the Recreation Complex. Commissioner Jordan expressed concern that the Commission may be setting a precedent I by allowing advertising signs on public property. City Manager Wysocki stated that allowing advertising signs at the Recreation Complex will not compromise the Commission's policy that public property is not to be used for private gain. Commissioner Anderson asked about the size and materials to be used for the signs and how many signs will be erected. Mr. Jelberg stated there are forty-nine 10' x 10' spaces between the foul lines. He indicated the signs will be 41 x 8' or 8' x 8' and will cost $200.00 each. He noted the entire area will be enclosed for the children's safety, even if signs are not purchased. He then indicated he has met with sign companies so that the signs will be made from the same materials and will be basically uniform. Commissioner Jordan asked if the Commission should consider restrictions on the type of advertising allowed. Following a brief discussion, the Mayor noted that concern has been expressed about the advertising of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products at the Recreation Complex, recognizing that those products can be detrimental to one's health. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the Commission approve the request submitted by the Bozeman American Legion Baseball Board of Directors for permission to place advertising signs along the inside fence at the Recreation Complex, subject to the conditions set forth in the last paragraph of the February 22, 1985 memo from Recreation Superintendent Neville, as quoted above. The motion carried by the I following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Ordinance No. 1174 - Salary Ordinance for City Manager for Calendar Year 1985 City Manager Wysocki presented Ordinance No. 1174, as reviewed by the City Attorney, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1174 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, FIXING THE MONTHLY SALARY AND OFFICIAL BOND OF THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN AS REQUIRED BY LAW. City Manager Wysocki stated the Commission had provisionally adopted this Ordinance at its regular meeting of February 11, 1985. It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1174, establishing the salary of the City Manager for the Calendar Year 1985. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Discussion - legislative issue re tax credit for certain woodburning stoves City Manager stated the Commission had requested this item be placed on the agenda. Commissioner Vant Hull presented to the Commissioners a copy of SB309, which would I allow a tax credit for the installation of low emission wood or biomass combustion devices; extending the date for which the energy tax credit may be taken to December 31, 1992, amending specified sections' of the Montana Code Annotated; and providing an immediate effective date and an applicability date. The Commissioner stated this bill adds one section and makes some revisions to a statute which is already in existence. The Commissioner noted this bill has been submitted by a mix of Democratic and Republican senators. Commissioner Vant Hull then submitted to the Commission a draft letter to each member of the Senate Taxation Committee and suggested 02-25-85 G5' that the letter be sent along with a copy of the editorial on the need for clean woodburning stoves. It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Commission authorize and direct the Mayor to send a letter of support for SB309 to the Senate Taxation Committee members, enclosing a copy of the editorial on the need for clean woodburn- ing stoves. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being I Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Discussion - proposed projects for the Capital Improvements Program for the period ending June 30, 1985 City Manager Wysocki stated the staff has prepared a list of proposed projects to be included in the Capital Improvements Program 'for the period October 1, 1984 through June 30, 1985. He noted the total amount of the proposed projects is $379,476.00; and includes items contained in last year's CIP Appropriation Ordinance which were not completed prior to October 1, 1984 and must now be rebudgeted to authorize expenditure of monies for those projects. He then asked the Assistant City Manager to review the list of proposed projects. Assistant City Manager Barrick reviewed the list of proposed projects, as follows: Estimated Item Division Activity Total Dollars - Rebudgeted Projects Elevator - Senior Center Recreation $ 26,096.00 Employee Classification 15,000.00 Cost Accounting Study Finance Deleted Right Turn Bay - 11th & Main Public Works 20,000.00 Pave Rouse & Lamme Lot Publ ic Works 27,500.00 Bogert Well Parks 17,435.00 New Projects I Two Patrol Cars Police 24,500.00 Ladder Truck (5 yr. Lease/ Purchase w/20% down) Fire 69,000.00 Park Building--Foundation Park 8,000.00 Paint Striper Street 1,500.00 Card Catalog Library 2,600.00 Two Radar Units Pol ice 2,000.00 Tennis Court (South Side) Park 8,000.00 Tennis Court (Bogert) Park 6,500.00 Dump Truck Street 40,000.00 Projector Library 1 ,400.00 Finance Computer Application (Replaces Cost Acctng Study) Finance 9,945.00 Reserve for Contingencies 100,000.00 TOTAL $ 379,476.00 The Assistant City Manager reviewed the individual items contained under the heading "New Projects." He stated the cost of the two patrol cars includes the cost of new light bars also. The ladder truck would be purchased on a five-year lease/purchase agreement, which requires that 20 percent be paid down. The Park building is a large frame building at the Shop Complex site, which was on the property when the City purchased it in the late 1950's. He stated the foundation apparently has no footings and is beginning to tip out, causing the building to lean. He noted the item was listed in the long-range CI P program developed in 1984, but has now become a critical item. Assistant City Manager Barrick stated the Street Division has two old paint stripers I which have been combined to keep one machine running. Parts are no longer available; and a new machine is needed for street maintenance. The Library has indicated a need for another card catalog so that patrons can find the books available in the Library. The Police Division has requested two radar units to replace old units which are less reliable than in the past and for which replacement parts are no longer available. Assistant City Manager Barrick then stated the tennis courts were listed on last year's long-range program but were not critical. He noted the tennis courts must be repaired at this time, while the cost is relatively low; or they will need extensive repairs at a much higher cost 02-25-85 6G in the future. Mr. Barrick then stated that once the larger items are funded in the program, a small amount of money is left; and the small projects can be funded at no detriment to the larger items. The Assistant City Manager then stated the dump truck is desperately needed. He indicated much of the equipment used by the City employees is fifteen to twenty years old and needs to be replaced. He then indicated the movie projector has been requested by the Library so they may continue to show fi Ims, especially to the chi Idren. Mr. Barrick then stated the I Cost Accounting Study, which was listed in last year's CI P Appropriation Ordinance, has been replaced by a personal computer with printer for the Director of Finance and a displaywriter with printer for his secretary in this year's list of recommended items. Mayor Weaver asked about the justification for the personal computer and displaywriter. City Manager Wysocki stated there are times that the Director of Finance should be able to retrieve information from the mainframe computer to work on worksheets for items such as the budget and the audit. He stated the displaywriter would allow the receptionist/secretary to answer the telephone while working on reports and financial statements. He noted .at the present time, the clerks in the Finance Department must answer the phone while the receptionist/ secretary is working on the displaywriter in the back of the building. Mayor Weaver asked if the cost of the computer package will be recovered through savings in audit costs. The City Manager stated the computer will provide the staff with an opportunity to prepare more worksheets for the auditors, which should reduce the number of hours and therefore reduce the cost of future audits. City Manager Wysocki then stated the Ordinance is to be for the period October 1, 1984 through June 30, 1985; and then will follow the same cycle as the basic budget in the future. He noted the funding for these projects is from carry-over Revenue Sharing funds from the previous CIP appropriations as well as three quarters of new Revenue Sharing monies. Commissioner Anderson expressed concern about the loss of Revenue Sharing monies this year and stated she feels a substantial reserve should be maintained for future budget I considerations. Commissioner Vant Hull asked how the rest of the payments for the fire truck are to be funded. City Manager Wysocki noted only eleven items have been proposed for funding from a large list of requested items. The Assistant City Manager then distributed to the Commission a copy of the entire list of requested projects. The City Manager indicated that the Assistant City Manager and the department heads went through the list and prepared their recommendation, based on the monies available. Mayor Weaver noted that the anticipated loss in Federal Revenue Sharing monies will affect the Operations and Maintenance budget for the City, since approximately $100,000.00 has been used to subsidize the property tax revenues. Commissioner Vant Hull then questioned the need for two new police cars. City Manager Wysocki stated three of the police cars have over 125,000 mi les on them; and maintenance costs are getting very high. He noted that the Commission should possibly consider replacement of those three cars in this capital program. The Assistant City Manager also noted that one of the police officers recently put his foot through the floorboard of one of the vehicles because it had rusted out. Mayor Weaver suggested that the Commissioners submit questions on the proposed project to the City Manager prior to Monday's meeting. The City Manager indicated the staff will prepare a Tentative CI P Appropriation Ordinance, to be submitted at next week's meeting if possible. I Break - 5:25 to 5:30 p.m. Mayor Weaver declared a break at 5:25 p.m., to reconvene at 5:30 p.m., in accordance with Commission policy established at their regular meeting of March 14, 1983. 02-25-85 G7 Discussion - FY I items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Information" items. (1) A packet from the Zoning Commission for this month's meeting, which will be held on February 26, 1985. (2) A memo from Director of Public Service Holmes concerning procedures and costs for I implementation of the sidewalk snow removal ordinance. He suggested that this item be placed on next week's agenda for discussion. Commissioner Anderson stated that she has received favorable reports on snow removal since the ordinance was adopted. Commissioner Vant Hull indicated she has also received reports that more sidewalks have been cleaned since the ordinance was adopted. (3) The weekly construction report as submitted by Thomas, Dean and Hoskins, Inc., for the Water System Improvements, Group II I, Schedule II. (4 ) The City Manager stated he and Commissioner Vant Hull attended five legislative hearings in Helena on Thursday. He then indicated he will be attending another legislative hearing tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m. concerning an amendment to allow the law enforcement academy to be located in a non-college community. He noted that Chamber of Commerce repre- sentatives will also be attending. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the City Manager be authorized and directed to convey the Commission's strong and considered opposition to the bill opening up alternative sites for the law enforcement academy. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commis- sioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. (5) Commissioner Vant Hull indicated she has received letters from various legislators about bills which have been submitted for consideration. She noted those letters indicated differing responses to specific questions. I (6) Mayor Weaver submitted to the Commission copies of a letter of support for HB827, as requested by Senior Planner Mike Money. He noted the hearing was held on Saturday, so there was not sufficient time to submit this letter to the Commission for consideration prior to signing. (7) Commissioner Vant Hull submitted to the Commissioners copies of an article about parking by permit only. She suggested the Commission should possibly consider this to alleviate some of the parking problems in residential areas abutting the downtown business district. (8) Mayor Weaver stated he has received an invitation to attend the Governor's Prayer Breakfast in Helena on March 9. He indicated he will not be attending and requested that any Commissioner interested in attending should contact the Clerk of the Commission. (9) City Manager Wysocki stated the Planning Staff has indicated that many individuals may not be able to attend a joint meeting on Saturday, March 9, to discuss off-site impacts of development. He noted the Planning Staff may request that the meeting be held on Saturday, March 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. instead. Consent Items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "Consent Items. II Acknowledge receipt of request for annexation - Clarence T. Bos - 4.88-acre tract located along the north side of the 2500 block of West Babcock Proclamation - "Women's History Week" - March 3-9, 1985 Authorize Call for Bids - construction bids for SI D No. 647 - realignment of Highland Boulevard I It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Commission approve the 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 Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. Committee Appointment for the National League of Cities - Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Anderson stated she had requested this item be added to the agenda. She 02-25-85 68 indicated she has received a letter from the National League of Cities stating that she has been appointed to the Human Development Policy Committee. She then stated duties of this appointment include attending the Annual Congressional City Conference to be held in Washington, D. C., on March 23-26, 1985, and the Congress of Cities to be held in Seattle, Washington, in December 1985. The Commissioner indicated she will attend both meetings, and is willing to do so at personal expense. Commissioner Vant Hull noted that she does not feel human development policy is one of I the City's concerns; and therefore the City should not bear any costs. Mayor Weaver noted this is a committee appointment for the NLC, which would not function without membership and active participation by cities. He then asked what the costs for attendance at the meeting will be. Commissioner Anderson indicated the airfare will be $440.00 from Billings; registration is $175.00; and the hazardous materials seminar is $35.00. It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, that the Commission authorize the expenditure of up to $700.00 for Commissioner Anderson to attend the Annual Congressional City Conference to be held in Washington, D.C., on March 23-26, 1985. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Jordan and Mayor Weaver; those voting No being Commissioner Vant Hull. Commissioner Anderson abstained. Adjournment - 5:50 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Weaver; those voting No, none. KENNETH L. WEAVER, Mayor I ATTEST: Clerk of the Commission I 02-25-85