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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN, MONT ANA
October 24, 1983
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room,
Municipal Building, October 24, 1983, at 4:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Stiff, Commissioner I
Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, City Manager
Evans, Assistant City Manager Barrick, City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith and Clerk of the
Commission Sullivan.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and prayers by Commissioner
Mathre and Commissioner Weaver.
Action on the minutes of the regular meetings of October 3, 1983, and October 17, 1983,
was deferred unti I a later date.
None of the Commissioners requested that any of the items listed under Consent Items be
removed for discussion.
Decision - Zone Map Chanqe - R-3 to R-O - Bill and Helen Walters - Tract 9A, Ei NW! SW!,
Section 12, T2S, ~5r, MPM (1612 West Babcock StreetT
This was the time and place set for the decision on the Zone Map Change requested by
Bill and Helen Walters from R-3 to R-O for Tract 9A, Ei NW! SWl, Section 12, Township 2 South,
Range 5 East, MPM. This site is more commonly located at 1612 West Babcock Street.
City Manager Evans stated the Planning Staff and the Zoning Commission have recommended
approval of the requested Zone Map Change. The City Manager then recommended that the
Commission approve the Zone Map Change and instruct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance
to be brought back for action as soon as possible.
It was moved by Commissioner Weaver, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the
Commission approve the Zone Map Change from R-3 to R-O requested by Bill and Helen Walters I
for Tract 9A, Ei NW! SW!, Section 12, Township 2 South, Range 6 East, MPM, more commonly
located at 1612 West Babcock Street, and instruct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance to
be brought back for action as soon as possible. The motion carried by the following Aye and
No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner
Anderson, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Decision - Zone Code Amendment - define dish antennas as an accessory use in Section 18.04.020
and change from "accessory buildings" to "accessory buildings and structures" in Section
18.50.110
This was the time and place set for the decision on the Zone Code Amendment to define
dish antennas as an accessory use in Section 18.04.020 and change from "accessory buildings"
to "accessory buildings and structures" in Section 18.50.110 of the Bozeman Municipal Code.
City Manager Evans stated the Planning Staff has requested the Zone Code Amendment;
and the Zoning Commission has recommended approval. The City Manager then recommended
that the Commission approve the Zone Code Amendment and instruct the City Attorney to
prepare an ordinance to be brought back for action as soon as possible.
Mayor Stiff expressed concern that the proposed Zone Code Amendment wi II severely limit
the placement of dish antennas on city lots, especially since they must be placed to face a
specific direction for reception. He noted the staff has assured him that the proposed Zone
Code Amendment will not eliminate the placement of a dish antenna on any lot located within the
jurisdictional area. I
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the
Commission approve the Zone Code Amendment to define dish antennas as an accessory use in
Section 18.04.020 and change from "accessory buildings" to "accessory buildings and
structures" in Section 18.50.110 of the Bozeman Municipal Code, and instruct the City Attorney
to prepare an ordinance to be brought back for action as soon as possible. The motion carried
by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner
Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
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Continued discussion - request for permission to conduct Christmas Stroll on Friday, December
2, 1983, 5: 00 to 10: 00 p. m. - Bozeman Downtown Business Association
City Manager Evans noted that the Commission has received copies of the letter received
from Dick Miller at the Bozeman Division of the Montana Highway Department which agrees to a
three-hour closure of Main Street, providing that proper traffic control is maintained. City
I Manager Evans recommended that the Commission approve the request for permission to conduct
the "Christmas Stroll" on Friday, December 2, 1983, for the period beginning at 6:00 p.m. and
ending at 9:00 p.m.
Commissioner Weaver asked if the City had paid the overtime costs for the police officers
last year. He also asked if any unique problems had been created by last year's "Christmas
Stroll. II
City Manager Evans stated the City had paid the overtime costs last year. He also stated
he is not aware of any problems created by last year's event.
Commissioner Anderson then asked if the Bozeman Downtown Business Association is willing
to accept the three-hour closure approved by the State Highway Department rather than the
requested five-hour closure.
Ms. Laurie Schultz stated the Bozeman Downtown Business Association is willing to accept
the three-hour closure from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., which are the same hours as approved for
last year's event.
It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the
Commission approve the request submitted by the Bozeman Downtown Business Association to
conduct the Christmas Stroll on Friday, December 2, 1983, during the revised hours of 6: 00
p. m. to 9: 00 p. m. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye
being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant
Hull and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
I Continued discussion - extension of Conditional Use Permit for Klondike Planned Unit Develop-
ment - Robert Pearson
City Manager Evans stated this item had been tabled at last week's meeting. He stated
Mr. Pearson has requested the matter be continued for one more week prior to action.
Mr. Pearson stated he has been working with Di rector of Public Service (Works) Holmes
on alternate plans for Ellis Street as it runs through the Klondike Planned Unit Development.
He stated he feels they have reached a basic agreement; and he is having engineering changes
made at this time. Mr. Pearson stated the new plans should be ready by next week's meeting.
Commissioner Mathre noted the Commission had indicated at last week's meeting that the
section of the Zone Code concerning the Conditional Use Permit procedure needs to be revised.
She suggested the Commission instruct the staff to proceed with revision of this section.
It was moved by Commissioner Weaver, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the
Commission instruct the City Attorney to submit to the Planning Staff the recommended language
for amending the Zone Code concerning the Conditional Use Permit process, to include provisions
for extensions as appropriate. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those
voting Aye being Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner
Mathre and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Discussion - proposals submitted for use of Beall Park Building
City Manager Evans presented to the Commission an opinion rer:'dered by the City Attorney
concerning the use of the Beall Park Building. He noted the City Attorney has addressed the
I stipulations placed on this gift to the City, which was made in 1927. He further noted the City
Attorney also found that the Montana Code Annotated does specifically authorize the City to
lease buildings. City Manager Evans then recommended the Commission determine how it would
like to proceed in reviewing the three proposals submitted for use of the Beall Park Building.
Commissioner Anderson asked for the estimated cost of rehabilitating the building.
Planning Director John Moss stated the CDBC application had listed $28,000.00 for
rehabilitation of the structure.
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The Commissioners then concurred that a public hearing should be conducted on the
proposals. The public hearing would allow each applicant to defend and elaborate on the
written proposal and would allow the public an opportunity to speak on any and all proposals.
It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the
Commission set December 5, 1983 as the public hearing date on the three proposals for use of
the Beall Park Building. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting I
Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner
Vant Hull and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Commissioner Weaver noted the Commission should have criteria upon which to base a
decision. All Commissioners concurred that criteria upon which to base a decision are needed,
and requested that the staff prepare a set of criteria for review.
City Manager Evans stated the staff will review the matter and submit to the Commission
a proposed outline upon which to base a decision as soon as possible.
Discussion - authority of Board of Adjustment re decision at 719 South Church Avenue
City Manager Evans noted Commissioner Vant Hull had added this item to the agenda two
weeks ago, and the City Attorney had been requested to address the matter.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated several people have expressed concern about the Board of
Adjustment granting a variance to the 35-foot setback from the stream bank at 719 South Church
Avenue. She noted a memo from the Planning Staff indicates the Board of Adjustment decision
must be based on (1) a mistake made by a public official or (2) the regulation creates a hard-
ship that is unique to the subject parcel. The Commissioner indicated the issue at this time is
whether the Board of Adjustment has acted beyond its authority and, if so, whether the Commission
wishes to appeal the decision to District Court. Commissioner Vant Hull also suggested the
possibility of directing the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance that specifically outlines and
limits the powers of the Board of Adjustment.
Commissioner Anderson stated she feels there is a lack of communication between the City I
Commission and the Board of Adjustment. She suggested the Commission send a letter to the
Board of Adjustment expressing its concerns and suggesting a review of procedures.
Commissioner Weaver noted the City Commission has adopted an ordinance, and the Board
of Adjustment has approved a variance to that ordinance on three separate occasions. He
suggested the Commission remind the Board of Adjustment that the Commission established the
pol icy and the City1s laws; and the Board of Adjustment has been appointed to review individual
cases and determine if the laws are harmful to those individuals.
Assistant City Manager Barrick stated the Board of Adjustment has considered a variance
to the 35-foot setback from stream banks only once. He stated the other two incidents referred
to occurred prior to adoption of the ordinance.
Commissioner Vant Hull then asked if the Commission wishes to appeal the decision to
District Court.
The Commissioners concurred that they do not wish to appeal the Board of Adjustment's
decision to District Court.
Mayor Stiff stated he had talked to a member of the Board of Adjustment. He noted the
decision contains the stipulation that the site plan be approved by the Department of Fish,
Wildlife and Parks prior to construction. The Mayor indicated he does not feel this decision will
set a precedent because of the stipulation placed on the approval.
The Mayor requested that Commissioner Vant Hull and Commissioner Anderson draft a
letter to the Board of Adjustment, expressing the Commission1s concerns, and that the letter be
brought back to the Commission for approval. I
Request for variance to Sign Code - Sun Chaser Travel, 12 North Third Avenue
City Manager Evans presented to the Commission a request for variance to the Sign Code
requested by Sun Chaser Travel, located at 12 North Third Avenue. He noted that the Building
Official has indicated he has no objections to the proposed sign. City Manager Evans then
recommended that the Commission approve the request.
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It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Weaver, that the
Commission approve the request for variance to the Sign Code requested by Sun Chaser Travel,
located at 12 North Third Avenue. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote:
those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull,
Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
I Donation of $558.70 from an anonymous donor specifically to cover costs of printing the
Centennial Gift Catalog
City Manager Evans presented to the Commission a memo from the Director of Finance
indicating she has received $558.70 from an anonymous donor to cover the costs of printing of
the Bozeman Centennial Gift Catalog. The City Manager recommended that the Commission
acknowledge receipt of the donation and appropriate the monies to cover the costs of printing
the Gift Catalog.
It was moved by Commissioner Weaver, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the
Commission acknowledge receipt of the donation of $558.70 from an anonymous donor and appro-
priate the monies to cover the costs of printing the Bozeman Centennial Gift Catalog, and
instruct the staff to extend the Commission's appreciation for the donation. The motion carried
by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner
Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Bud et Amendment to transfer $4,600.00 from the Unappropriated Reserve to
epartment or purchase of word processing equipmen!
City Manager Evans presented to the Commission a request from the Planning Director to
transfer $4,600.00 from the Unappropriated Reserve to the City-County Planning Department for
the purchase of word processing equipment. The City Manager noted that during the budgeting
process, all capital items costing between $1,000.00 and $10,000.00 were removed from the
I Capital Equipment section of the Operations Budget, and the total amount for those items was
transferred into the Capital Improvement Program. However, the request for word processing
equipment for the Planning Department was not transferred.
The City Manager stated he has appointed a committee of City employees to review the
City's needs for computers and word processing equipment and to find the most cost effective
method of acquiring the needed equipment. He noted the entire issue must be considered prior
to approving the expenditure of monies on micro computers that cannot communicate with main
computer equipment in the City Hall.
Planning Director John Moss stated he has solicited information from many sources and
has evaluated the information received. He stated the most cost effective word processor is the
Zenith Z100, at a cost of $4,600.00 for the equipment and software.
Commissioner Weaver noted that if this equipment is purchased, there will be no backup
equipment and no backup operator for the system. He stated if a terminal for the system
presently located in City Hall is obtained, there would be backup if needed. The Commissioner
stated if the proposed system is purchased as a "throwaway" system to be utilized for only two
to three years, it could probably be justifiable.
Commissioner Mathre indicated she would have preferred that this expenditure be con-
sidered in the Capital Improvement Program budget.
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that the
Commission authorize the Mayor to sign a Budget Amendment to transfer $4,600.00 from the
Unappropriated Reserve to the City-County Planning Department for purchase of word processing
I equipment. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver and
Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Acknowledge receipt of petition for paving of North Fifth Avenue, north of Durston Road
City Manager Evans presented to the Commission a petition for the paving of North Fifth
Avenue, north of Durston Road. The City Manager stated the Director of Public Service (Works)
has estimated the cost of the requested paving at $143,250.00. He stated the paving could be
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added to future years portion of the Capital Improvement Program, along with the other paving
needs in the city.
Commissioner Vant Hull noted the City owns a portion of the property along North Fifth
Avenue. She also noted the residents of Darlinton Manor have expressed concern about the
unpaved portion of North Fifth Avenue. However, she questioned whether the property owners
in the area would be willing to become involved in a Special Improvement District for paving the I
unpaved portion of the street.
City Manager Evans stated if the Commission approves creation of an SI D for paving this
section of North Fifth Avenue, it must also consider that the City's payment of the SID assess-
ment must be taken from the General Fund.
Commissioner Vant Hull suggested the Commission write a letter to the residents of
Darlinton Manor indicating that the property owners along the street must contact the City
before action may be ta ken.
Commissioner Weaver stated the Commission could indicate that the paving project would
be added to the Capital Improvement Program, but would probably not be funded for several
years. He noted the advisability of a Special Improvement District could be mentioned in the
letter, but the City must be careful not to assume an advocacy role.
The Commission directed Commissioner Vant Hull to draft a letter to the residents of
Darlinton Manor suggesting possible methods of paving North Fifth Avenue.
Ordinance No. 1145 - repealing Chapter 10.36 of the Bozeman Municipal Code, re parking
meters
City Manager Evans presented Ordinance No. 1145, as prepared by the City Attorney,
entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 1145
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, REPEALING CHAPTER
10.36, PARKING METERS, OF THE BOZEMAN MUNICIPAL CODE. I
City Manager Evans noted the Commission had provisionally adopted Ordinance No. 1145
on October 11, 1983, and recommended that the Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1145.
It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the
Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1145, repealing Chapter 10.36, Parking Meters, of the
Bozeman Municipal Code. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting
Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner
Vant Hull and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Break - 4:55 to 5:05 p.m.
Mayor Stiff 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.
Commission Resolution No. 2487 - authorizing the City Manager and Director of Finance to
reinstate delinquent assessments when current assessments have been paid
City Manager Evans presented Commission Resolution No. 2487, as prepared by the City
Attorney, entitled:
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2487
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE DIRECTOR OF FI-
NANCE TO ORDER ASSESSMENTS DECLARED DELINQUENT PURSUANT TO
SECTION 7-12-4183(2), M. C.A., TO BE WITHDRAWN FROM THE COUNTY I
TREASURER.
City Manager Evans stated the Commission had adopted Commission Resolution No. 2444
last year to provide a method for reinstating Special Improvement District assessments on the
City.s books after they have been certified delinquent to the County and the current assess-
ment and the penalty and interest have been paid. He noted the Resolution was establ ished for
a one-year trial basis and has worked well. The City Manager then recommended that the
Commission adopt Commission Resolution No. 2487.
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It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Weaver, that the
Commission adopt Commission Resolution No. 2487, authorizing the City Manager and the Direc-
tor of Finance to reinstate delinquent assessments when current assessments have been paid.
The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner
Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Stiff;
I those voting No, none.
Appointments to the Art Advisory Committee
City Manager Evans recommended the Commission appoint the members of the Art Advisory
Committee at this time.
It was moved by Commissioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Weaver, that the purpose
of the Art Advisory Committee, as recently established by the Commission, be to provide advice
to the City on matters pertaining to art works as requested; that the Committee shall be
comprised of three members, appointed to three-year terms; and that the Committee be in-
structed to determine initial terms of staggered one, two and three-year terms and select a
Chairman. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and
Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
It was moved by Commissioner Weaver, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that the
Commission appoint James L. Goehrung, Cree Z. Hanna and Patricia Noteboom to the Art Advisory
Committee, with terms to expire on December 31, 1984, 1985 and 1986 as determined by the
Commi ttee. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre and
Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
The Commission authorized Commissioner Mathre to draft a letter to the applicants for
the Art Advisory Committee who were not selected.
I Continued discussion - public education program on self-government powers
Commissioner Weaver stated he feels the various presentations are going very well and
have been helpful in disseminating information. He noted concerns have been raised about un-
limited taxing authority under self-government powers. He has attempted to alleviate those
concerns by indicating that adoption of one of the sub-options on the ballot will adopt the
taxing limitations placed on general government powers cities; and adoption of the other sub-
option will require voter approval of any revenue raising proposals.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated she encountered an opponent of self-government powers at
one of her presentations during the past week. She noted he raised several points that she
feels are inaccurate. She then questioned how those points should be addressed.
Commissioner Vant Hull then suggested that the Commissioners call the radio stations and
request that brief comments on self-government powers be aired. She also suggested that the
Commissioners write letters for the Bozeman Daily Chronicle to be run as articles or possibly
guest editorials. The Commissioners agreed these options could be helpful in disseminating
information.
Consent I terns
615, Schedule I -
I 615, Schedule "
It was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Mathre, that the Commis-
sion approve the above items as listed and authorize and direct the appropriate persons to
complete the necessary actions. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those
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voting Aye being Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Mathre, Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner
Vant Hull and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Recess - 5:20 p.m.
Mayor Stiff declared a recess at 5:20 p.m., to reconvene at 6:30 p.m., for the purpose
of conducting the scheduled work session to review the tally sheets for the City Manager I
application.
Reconvene - 6:40 p.m.
Mayor Stiff reconvened the Commission meeting at 6: 40 p. m. for the purpose of conduct-
ing the work session to review the tally sheets for the City Manager applications. City Mana-
ger Evans, Assistant City Manager Barrick and City Attorney Crumbaker-Smith were excused
from this portion of the meeting.
Work session - review of tally sheets for City Manager applications
Commissioner Weaver stated it is important that the Commission understand that this
screening process is to identify those individual applicants who do not meet the minimum
qualifications for the position of City Manager. He noted the Commission had previously
determined that any unanimous evaluation of "0" on any of the six specific criteria or an
aggregate total score of 100 or less indicates that the person would not be deemed to meet the
minimum qualifications. The Commission had also determined that if no applicant has received
an aggregate total score of more than 100, the position will be re-advertised. Commissioner
Weaver also noted that the tally sheets contain a line for an "X" if a Commissioner determines
the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications. He noted the Commission must
unanimously place an "X" on that line for an applicant to be disqualified. He further stated
any Commissioner has veto power on elimination of an applicant during this screening process;
and a veto will retain the application in the fully qualified category. I
The Commission then reviewed the master tally sheets for the City Manager applications.
Commissioner Weaver noted several instances where Commissioner Anderson had scored a "0" on
specific criteria but had not placed an "X" on the line to indicate the applicant does not meet
the minimum qualifications. He asked if this was an oversight. Commissioner Anderson stated
it was and indicated those numbers for which she desired an "X" be placed on the line. The
rest of the Commissioners submitted corrections to the tally sheet as they found errors in
scoring. The Commissioners then eliminated those applications with a "0" total in any of the six
specific criteria or an aggregate total score of 100 or less.
The Commissioners then reviewed those applications which had been deemed not to meet
the minimum qualifications to determine if any of the applicants had claimed preference due to
veteran or handicapped status. The Clerk of the Commission pulled the three applications in
which a reference to veteran or handicapped status had been made.
The Commission then evaluated applicant No. C-19 and found him/her to be unqualified
for the position. The Commission then reviewed application No. D-24 and found the applicant
to be not qualified for the position. The Commission then reviewed a second time the records
of applicant No. E-21. Commissioner Weaver corrected an error in his evaluation. It was the
unanimous agreement of the Commission that the applicant is not qualified for the position.
Commissioner Weaver noted the Commission has now concurred that sixty-seven of the
applications submitted do not meet the minimum qualifications established for this position. The
Commission must now review the remaining sixty-five applications a second time to determine the
top ten to twelve candidates. The Commissioner noted all Commissioners will probably agree on I
eight or nine candidates, with two to five about which the Commission may have mixed feelings.
He also noted the most qualified candidates may not be available or interested in pursuing the
position any further.
Commissioner Weaver then proposed that letters be sent to the sixty-seven applicants
who were deemed not to meet the minimum qual jfications, indicating that their applications wi II
be released from further consideration. The Commission concurred that the letters should be
sent as soon as possible, following review by the City Attorney.
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Commissioner Weaver then reviewed a proposed schedule which he had prepared for the
remainder of the selection process. He noted the Commission must determine when they wish
the new City Manager to be avai lable. The Commission concurred that the preferred deadline is
March 1. However, in the case of a strong candidate, an additional month would be considered.
Commissioner Weaver then noted the Commission must appoint an Interim City Manager until the
I new City Manager has arrived.
Commissioner Weaver then noted a potential question from the candidate is payment of
moving expenses. He suggested that the Commission consider the issue and reach a consensus
prior to any interviews with the best qualified applicants.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated she would like to conduct telephone interviews with the
ten to twelve best qualified applicants prior to reducing that number to the three to five which
the Commission desires to personally interview. The Commission tentatively set November 21 as
the date to place conference calls to the desired individuals.
Commissioner Anderson stated she would like to have the City Attorney address the
question of when the Commission may face legal problems by not releasing the names of the
applicants. Commissioner Weaver suggested after the Commission has received the answer to
that question, the Clerk of the Commission be instructed to ask the best qualified applicants if
they will relinquish their claims to confidentiality and allow their names to be released if the
Commission so desires.
Commissioner Vant Hull stated she feels the City staff should be asked to submit ques-
tions they would like addressed by the candidates. She noted this would help the staff morale;
and the City employees may have a different perspective from that of the Commissioners.
Commissioner Weaver noted the Commission must determine if they desire to send someone
into the communities to investigate the final applicants.
Adjournment - 8:30 p.m.
I There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Commis-
sioner Mathre, seconded by Commissioner Weaver, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion
carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Mathre,
Commissioner Weaver, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Stiff; those
voting No, none.
ALFRED M. ST I FF, Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk of the Commission
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