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Commission Memorandum
REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Robin Crough, City Clerk
Anna Rosenberry, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes from April 3, April 10, April
17, and April 24, 2017, Special Meeting Minutes from April 11 and
April 20, 2017, and User Access to Linked Minutes
MEETING DATE: May 15, 2017
AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Minutes
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RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Regular and Special City Commission Minutes as
submitted.
SUGGESTED MOTION: I move to approve the combined City Commission Minutes from
April 3, April 20, April 11, April 17, April 20, and April 24, 2017, as submitted.
BACKGROUND: In 2013, The Clerk’s Office identified goals related to the Commission’s
priority of Improving Technology Utilization and Proficiency. Improvements included:
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Live streaming broadcast of the City Commission Meeting
Meeting efficiency
Better access of meeting information for staff and the public
Time savings
Streamlined approach to citizen involvement and public comment
AV Capture was chosen as the vendor to perform these services, and subsequently implemented.
Since August of 2013, the City Commission Minutes have been linked with audio and video. Along
with the City Commission, other City Advisory Boards are beginning to utilize the system as well.
LOCATION: The AV Capture Archives and Live Streaming of City Commission Minutes and
Meetings can be found at www.bozeman.net by choosing the “I want to…” icon, and selecting
the final link “Watch a commission or board meeting video.”
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The City Commission Minutes are archived in a variety of ways due to State records retention
guidelines. They are part of the Commission’s Meeting Packets as a DRAFT and are finally
scanned with a wet signature and archived as a permanent record in electronic format. Both have
separate retention times.
Users are always welcome to contact the City Clerk’s Office at 582-2320 or email
agenda@bozeman.net for assistance.
ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by Commission.
FISCAL EFFECTS: None.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
Report Prepared on May 9, 2017
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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, April 03, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Acting City Manager Chuck Winn, City Attorney Greg Sullivan, City Clerk Robin
Crough, Development Review Manager Brian Krueger, Community Development Director Marty Matsen
A. 06:01:14 PM (00:02:21) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
B. 06:01:27 PM (00:02:34) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:02:56 PM (00:04:03) Changes to the Agenda
Consent Item 3 was pulled and moved to the first item on the Action agenda.
Acting City Manager Chuck Winn made and announcement regarding occupant load.
Mayor Taylor discussed the process for public comment due to the crowd.
Commissioner Mehl asked about the order of the agenda.
D. 06:07:01 PM (00:08:08) Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services (LaMeres)
2. Approve the Impact Fee Credit IFCR‐1701 for the Signalization of the Intersection of Ferguson
Avenue and Babcock Street, and Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the Funding
Contract (Saunders)
3. Approve the Final Plat for The Lakes at Valley West ‐ Phase 3 Subdivision, Authorize the
Director of Public Works to Execute the Same on Behalf of the City of Bozeman, and Authorize
the Director of Community Development to Execute the Improvements Agreement on Behalf
of the City of Bozeman (Saunders) MOVED TO ACTION AGENDA
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4. Approve the Request for Cash In‐Lieu of Parkland Dedication for the Professional Drive
Apartments Site Plan, Located at 766 & 776 Professional Drive, Application 17090 (Quasi‐
Judicial) (WerBell)
5. Ratify the Street Division's Grant Submission for the 2017 Montana Air and Congestion
Initiative (MACI) Equipment Purchase Program to Purchase a Water Flush Truck and/or
Sweepers (Vandelinder)
6. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the License Agreement with BoTrails, LLC for
Bozeman Pond Park Trail Work (Poissant)
7. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the Notice of Award and Purchase Agreement with
Rocky Mountain Truck Center for One (1) New 2017 Asphalt Patching Machine (Vandelinder)
8. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign Task Order Number 3 with DOWL for the Design of
Four In‐Line Stormwater Treatment Units Located Near the Intersections of West Main Street
and North 3rd Avenue, West Main Street and North Grand Avenue, West Main Street and
North Willson Avenue, and West Main Street and North Tracy Avenue (Mehrens)
9. Resolution 4794, Selecting a Bond Purchase Proposal for Northeast Urban Renewal District
Bonds and Enter into Negotiations for the Purchase of Tax Increment Urban Renewal Revenue
Bonds (Fontenot)
06:07:07 PM (00:08:14) City Manager Overview
Acting City Manager Winn provided a brief overview of Consent Items 1, 2, 4‐9.
06:09:25 PM (00:10:32) Public Comment on Consent Items 1, 2, 4‐9
There was no public comment.
06:09:43 PM (00:10:50) Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items 1, 2, 4‐9 as submitted. The motion
passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
E. 06:10:20 PM (00:11:27) Special Presentation / Mayoral Proclamation
1. Equal Pay Day Presentation and Proclamation (Jorgenson / Taylor)
06:10:42 PM (00:11:48) Special Presentation
Melissa Herron with Bozeman BPW presented on Equal Pay Day. Babs Noelle discussed her experience
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with the gender pay gap. Marjorie Seymour discussed her family history and the positive impact of equal
pay. City of Bozeman HR Manager Bethany Jorgensen provided an annual progress report regarding
equal pay. She discussed the data collection, positive changes, the utilization of best practices in the
administration of pay, and goals for next year.
06:24:36 PM (00:25:43) Mayoral Proclamation
Mayor Taylor presented the 2017 Equal Pay Day Proclamation.
F. 06:29:01 PM (00:30:08) Public Comment
06:30:07 PM (00:31:14) Marilee Brown, Public Comment
Ms. Brown discussed SB 251 and the fact that the City of Bozeman had a lobbyist lobbying for the short‐
term rental bill.
G. 06:33:23 PM (00:32:44) Action Items
Consent Item 3. 06:33:23 PM (00:32:43) Approve the Final Plat for The Lakes at Valley West
‐ Phase 3 Subdivision, Authorize the Director of Public Works to Execute the Same on Behalf
of the City of Bozeman, and Authorize the Director of Community Development to Execute
the Improvements Agreement on Behalf of the City of Bozeman (Saunders)
06:33:44 PM (00:33:05) Staff Presentation
Policy and Planning Manager Chris Saunders discussed the final plat and the typical process.
06:34:42 PM (00:34:02) Questions of Staff
DM Andrus asked why this final plat was unusual.
06:35:48 PM (00:35:09) Questions of Applicant
DM Andrus asked the applicant to clarify the project and payment plan.
06:37:24 PM (00:36:44) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:37:34 PM (00:36:55) Motion and Vote to approve the final plat for The Lakes at Valley West – Phase
3 Subdivision, authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the same on behalf of the City of
Bozeman, and authorize the Director of Community Development to execute the Improvements
Agreement on behalf of the City of Bozeman. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
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Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
1. 06:38:16 PM (00:37:37) Black Olive Site Plan and Certificate of Appropriateness, 202 South
Black Avenue, Application 16432 (Quasi‐Judicial) (Krueger)
06:38:34 PM (00:37:54) Disclosures
CR Krauss has had informal, ex parte communications with community members, and attended public
meetings.
CR Mehl has also had ex parte conversations since the submittal, none were extensive. He attended
DRB.
DM Andrus has had conversations prior to the formal submittal of the application, and attended DRB.
CR Pomeroy also attended the last DRB meeting.
Mayor Taylor has had inadvertent conversations since the submittal, and been to a number of
community meetings.
06:42:55 PM (00:42:16) Staff Presentation
Development Review Manager Brian Krueger entered relevant material into the record and presented
on the Black Olive Site Plan. He discussed the project location, site plan, the vicinity, the current existing
building, civil drawings, the level 1 plan (including parking), the landscape plan, building elevations, the
initial design, and height and width comparisons to adjacent buildings. He noted the public comment
received for the project during its multiple iterations, the findings presented in the report, and the
recommended conditions of approval. The recommendation is to approve with conditions. The
unresolved issues exist with the DRB denying recommendation, and the car share program, both
discussed in further detail.
07:16:30 PM (01:15:51) Questions of Staff
CR Krauss appreciated the staff report. He asked that Mr. Krueger answer publically the questions the
Commission asked earlier.
CR Mehl asked if there are any variances or deviations, or relaxations. He asked the City Attorney about
the Commission’s discretion regarding a car share. He asked about other citys’ requirements for
downtown parking. He asked about provided bike slots. He also asked about traffic study’s findings. City
Development Review Engineering Shawn Kohtz responded in detail. He asked about street parking
policy. He asked for examples of the higher level of project design. He asked about the differences
between this and the previously approved Lark. He asked why the ride share materials were only
recently received. He asked if residential preference will be given with the upcoming parking plan
review.
CR Pomeroy asked if the City was going to be creating a neighborhood parking district. Acting City
Manager Winn responded. She asked about street parking requirements.
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DM Andrus asked about staff’s comparison of this project to R‐2 zoning. She asked if neighborhood
character is considered.
Mayor Taylor asked about the length of the building compared to the federal building. He asked if it was
considered whether the car share program would work or not work. Community Development Director
Marty Matsen responded in detail.
CR Mehl asked if it will matter if it’s a condo or a rental in the efficacy of the car share?
07:56:17 PM (01:55:38) Recess
Mayor Taylor called the Commission into recess until 8:05 PM.
08:10:48 PM (02:10:09) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order at 8:10 PM.
08:11:48 PM (02:11:09) Questions of Staff Continued
Mr. Krueger answered an email question as to whether adjacent zoning used to be something else. He
also answered if the application was within the trip exchange district for impact fee reductions.
08:14:18 PM (02:13:39) Applicant Presentation
Applicant Andy Holloran commended the staff for their report. He provided history on his recent
developments in downtown. He discussed the housing demand and shortage in Bozeman. He discussed
why the location was chosen according to his criteria. He introduced the project team available this
evening.
08:21:56 PM (02:21:17) Questions of Applicant
CR Pomeroy asked how soon he would have a car sharing contract and how soon could it be
implemented. She asked if the neighbors requested a Parking District, would he pay for the signs. She
also asked if he agreed that the residents of the building shouldn’t be able to purchase one of those
permits.
DM Andrus asked about his consideration of the glazing on the northwest windows. She asked about
the outdoor seating area. She asked about balcony maintenance. She asked about the success of the
potential car share, and further logistics. Rick Williams with Rick Williams Consulting responded in detail.
Mayor Taylor asked about the relevance of the comparative car share examples given. He asked on the
record if he asked the City about consulting on this project given he works with the City on other
projects. He asked about why the number of four was provided for the car share program.
DM Andrus asked how it would work for non‐residents using the car share.
CR Mehl asked how the developer would find the parking slots if the car share company went belly‐up.
He asked if the applicant has any concerns with the staff report.
08:45:15 PM (02:44:35) Questions of Staff Continued
CR Mehl asked Mr. Krueger to clarify the setback on the east side.
08:45:43 PM (02:45:03) Public Comment
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Mayor Taylor opened public comment.
08:45:53 PM (02:45:14) Chris Shayda, Public Comment
Mr. Shayda discussed his love of the community. He is excited about bringing more people into town
without cars. People want to live downtown, and that’s not available.
08:49:14 PM (02:48:35) Freya Varvoeyzo, Public Comment
Miss Varvoeyzo discussed her concern with too many cars on the street and that she will feel unsafe.
She stated it will hurt the surroundings and ruin the neighborhood.
08:51:08 PM (02:50:29) Alan Bay, Public Comment
Mr. Bay supports the project. He stated that projects like this help protect open space. He noted the
decades of planning that has gone into creating this community. At some point the City needs to commit
to the change discussed in growth policy.
08:54:08 PM (02:53:29) Scott Drenbow, Public Comment
Mr. Drenbow discussed the current unknowns of the project including renters, the car share, and
charging for parking. He stated the building is too tall for the neighborhood. He asked to consider
context.
08:57:21 PM (02:56:42) Jackie Persons, Public Comment
Ms. Persons has a problem with the size and scale, and is concerned about parking. She asked the
Commission to look beyond just the recommendation of staff. She is also concerned about the car share
program.
08:59:16 PM (02:58:37) Kelly Beavers, Public Comment
Ms. Beavers supports the project because Bozeman is growing, and how does Bozeman absorb the
growth. She is discouraged that discussion now is backwards or present‐looking. Certainty is an
important element of growth, and she doesn’t want to discourage investment. The City needs to think
about density.
09:02:04 PM (03:01:25) Sten Anderson, Public Comment
Mr. Anderson supports the project. He loves open lands, and he enjoys there is a community downtown.
09:03:43 PM (03:03:04) Steve Cannon, Public Comment
Mr. Cannon spends significant time in downtown. He asked the Commission to reinvent downtown
parking. He challenged the Commission to consider the future.
09:06:53 PM (03:06:14) Jeff Milchen, Public Comment
Mr. Milchen supports downtown density, parking innovation, etc. He stated that the project does not
necessarily reflect those ideals, and expressed other doubts. He urged a rejection.
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09:10:23 PM (03:09:43) Ellen Stevenson, Public Comment
Ms. Stevenson stated just because the City could approve this project, doesn’t mean it’s right. She
quoted a book titled “Small is Beautiful.” She proposed alternatives to the developer.
09:13:29 PM (03:12:50) Jerry Burton, Public Comment
Mr. Burton represents Regis, a new business in Bozeman in the 5 West building. He discussed people
embracing the live/work/play concept. Black Olive will be a positive in the community.
09:15:10 PM (03:14:30) Barbara Leigh, Public Comment
Ms. Leigh has lived here for 54 years and she is in favor of downtown development, but she is not in
favor of the project. She expressed concern with the car share and parking.
09:18:57 PM (03:18:18) Rebecca Behrent, Public Comment
Ms. Behrent has lived in the neighborhood for 54 years. She discussed the pros and cons of renting
apartments. She is concerned of traffic and parking caused by renters, as well as circulating drivers.
09:22:14 PM (03:21:35) Daryl Behrent, Public Comment
Mr. Behrent isn’t against downtown development, but he is against development without sufficient
infrastructure. He noted that the parking study was done in summer, during low parking times. He
expressed doubts of the car share program. He requested denial.
09:25:56 PM (03:25:17) Tyler Bruglin, Public Comment
Mr. Bruglin stated that the Black Olive is a positive in the community, as housing is needed. He discussed
the project as an adaptation to the new demands on Bozeman, and improving the community.
09:29:34 PM (03:28:55) Lisa Kirk, Public Comment
Ms. Kirk discussed upcoming growth, code allowing this development, and the neighborhood’s vision.
She requested a moratorium on buildings over three stories in height.
09:32:51 PM (03:32:11) Clark Babcock, Public Comment
Mr. Babcock has lived in the neighborhood for many years, and repeated concerns of his neighbors,
including scale, parking, and height. He requested denial.
09:34:41 PM (03:34:02) Richard Brown, Public Comment
Mr. Brown stated that people do not use ride shares for outdoor activities. There would be no
enforcement. This would open the floodgates.
09:36:28 PM (03:35:49) Kevin Thane, Public Comment
Mr. Thane, member of CAHAB, discussed that the proposed rents would not be affordable rents, but it
does increase the supply of housing, which has a positive effect.
09:37:47 PM (03:37:08) Paul Neubauer, Public Comment
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Mr. Neubauer stated that the Commission is charged with answering appropriateness for the site
beyond just code. He stated that zoning does not determine context. He stated the Commission cannot
ignore the DRB, as it alienates and demoralizes the citizens and Citizen Advisory Boards.
09:41:18 PM (03:40:39) Cynthia Barnes, Public Comment
Ms. Barnes discussed the challenges of biking in downtown Bozeman. She stated the Black Olive is out of
scale.
09:42:46 PM (03:42:07) Claris O’Weary, Public Comment
Ms. O’Weary displayed a lego model of the scale of the building. She discussed a concern of four cars
replacing parking spots. She noted that surrounding communities won’t be able to participate in
downtown activities if there is no parking.
09:45:59 PM (03:45:19) Gus Chisem, Public Comment
Mr. Chisem stated that one of his favorite things about living near Black Olive was riding his bike and not
being concerned about safety and traffic.
09:47:12 PM (03:46:32) Stewart Mitchell, Public Comment
Mr. Mitchell stated that infill development should happen, but it needs to mean more than just
developer profit. He is concerned about a car share.
09:50:24 PM (03:49:45) Brian Segel, Public Comment
Mr. Segel thanked Mr. Holloran for the public meetings provided. He discussed concerns of traffic and
blocking his view. He discussed the setbacks should be on the other sides. He asked if this building
would be a short‐term rental. He hopes the car share will work. He’d like to see more bicycle.
09:53:41 PM (03:53:02) Jane Davidson‐Clockman, Public Comment
Ms. Davidson‐Clockman is a long‐term resident, she asked the Commission to listen to its advisory
boards. She requested the project get revised.
09:55:53 PM (03:55:14) Discussion
The Commission discussed availability and options.
10:00:16 PM (03:59:36) Meeting Extension
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting until 10:30 PM.
10:02:38 PM (04:01:58) Recess
Mayor Taylor called the Commission into recess for 10 minutes to determine logistics.
10:12:29 PM (04:11:50) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order at 10:12 PM.
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Mayor Taylor stated that the Commission will reconvene this item at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 11th.
10:14:36 PM (04:13:57) Public Comment Continued
10:14:45 PM (04:14:05) Bob Horn, Public Comment
Mr. Horn is a future resident, and he chose Bozeman because of the downtown. As a developer and
employers, he looks at cities that embrace code.
10:18:00 PM (04:17:20) Public Comment and the remainder of the item was continued to April 11, 2017
at 6:00 PM.
2. 10:19:05 PM (04:18:26) Appoint Dennis Taylor as Interim City Manager and Authorize the
Mayor to Sign the Interim Employment Agreement (Taylor / Andrus)
10:19:19 PM (04:18:40) Staff Presentation
Mayor Taylor discussed determining Mr. Taylor and discussed pay and housing. Mayor Taylor stated Mr.
Taylor’s references were exemplary.
10:23:21 PM (04:22:42) Questions
CR Mehl asked about leave dates and prorated housing.
CR Krauss asked Mr. Taylor about what he plans on doing while he’s here. Mr. Taylor responded.
CR Mehl asked how he saw his role in the recruitment of the next city manager.
10:29:59 PM (04:29:20) Meeting Extended
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting for 15 minutes.
10:30:05 PM (04:29:26) Questions Continued
CR Krauss asked what Mr. Taylor would be doing that Chuck couldn’t do. He also asked him about his
knowledge of the structure of Bozeman’s government.
CR Pomeroy asked about his familiarity with Bozeman. She asked he could bring that Acting City
Manager Winn couldn’t handle.
10:35:34 PM (04:34:54) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
10:35:46 PM (04:35:06) Motion to appoint Dennis Taylor as interim city manager and authorize the
mayor to enter into an Interim Employment Agreement with Dennis Taylor.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
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10:36:09 PM (04:35:30) Discussion
CR Mehl spoke with Mr. Taylor and support the idea of an interim and Mr. Taylor.
DM Andrus also supports Mr. Taylor as the interim.
CR Pomeroy stated that Mr. Taylor is qualified, but she doesn’t believe an interim is necessary.
CR Krauss stated he’d like to see Mr. Taylor contribute to the Strategic Plan. Assistant City Manager
Rosenberry will benefit from Mr. Taylor’s assistance.
10:44:34 PM (04:43:55) Meeting Extended
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting for five minutes.
10:44:41 PM (04:44:02) Discussion Continued
Mayor Taylor stated that we are already down staff, this would be a significant disruption. His
recommendation is for him to start tomorrow.
10:46:21 PM (04:45:41) Amendment to the Motion to start the City Manager tomorrow [April 4, 2017].
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
10:46:57 PM (04:46:17) Vote on the Amendment to the Motion to start the City Manager tomorrow
[April 4, 2017]. The motion passed 4‐1.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
10:47:09 PM (04:46:30) Discussion
CR Mehl noted the changes discussed tonight that need to be incorporated including updating the dates
outlined in the staff memo, plus the correction of the dates for July, and the corrections for “up to
$3,000,” the correct dates, and the housing prorated.
10:47:40 PM (04:47:00) Vote on the Motion as Amended to appoint Dennis Taylor as interim city
manager and authorize the mayor to enter into an Interim Employment Agreement with Dennis
Taylor, with a start date of April 4, 2017. The motion passed 4‐1.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
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Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
3. 10:48:05 PM (04:47:26) Legislative Update (Andrus)
10:48:15 PM (04:47:35) Staff Presentation
DM Andrus discussed HB473, the fuel tax bill will have an upcoming hearing.
10:49:14 PM (04:48:34) Continue the Hearing to a Date Certain [April 11, 2017] and Meeting Adjourned
10:49:35 PM (04:48:56) Meeting Re‐Opened to Continue Agenda
H. 10:49:36 PM (04:48:57) FYI/Discussion
City Clerk Crough discussed logistics of the upcoming City Manager Recruitment special
meetings.
I. 10:51:18 PM (04:50:39) Adjournment
Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 10:51 PM.
___________________________________
Carson Taylor
Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
PREPARED BY:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
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Approved on: ___________________________________
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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, April 10, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Acting City Manager Chuck Winn, Assistant City Attorney Karen Stambaugh,
and Deputy City Clerk Pearl Michalson
A. 05:59:58 PM (00:00:48) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 06:00:07 PM (00:00:57) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:01:03 PM (00:01:53) Changes to the Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda.
D. 06:01:38 PM (00:02:28) Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services (LaMeres)
2. Approve a Beer and Wine License for 14 North, of Bozeman, Montana to Sell Liquor at 14
North Church Street (Pitcher)
3. Approve the Westbrook Major Subdivision Phases 2‐4 Final Plat and Authorize the Director of
Public Works to Execute the Same on Behalf of the City of Bozeman, Authorize the Director
of Community Development to Execute the Associated Improvement Agreements, and
Authorize the Acting City Manager to Execute the Public Access Easement, Application 16525
(Saunders)
4. Approve the Request for Cash‐in‐lieu of Parkland Dedication for the McChesney Work‐Live
Site Plan, Located at 623 Nikles Drive, Application 17115 (Quasi‐Judicial) (WerBell)
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5. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the Justice Assistance Grant Application through
the Montana Board of Crime Control (MBCC) for $6,200.00 for Purchase of Five Tasers and
Related Accessories (McLane)
6. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the Notice of Award to Omdahl Excavation &
Utilities, Inc. for the 2017 Olive and Church Street Reconstruction Project (Gamradt)
7. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the License Agreement for the Use of City Conduit
between the City of Bozeman and Blackfoot Communications, Inc. (Fine)
8. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign Task Order Number 11 with DOWL for the Right of
Way Acquisition Project for Parcels on Baxter Lane between 7th Avenue and 19th Avenue
(Murray)
9. Authorize the Acting City Manager to Sign the Second (and Final) Addendum to the
Professional Services Agreement with Sprout, Inc. for City Median and Grounds Maintenance
Services for 2017 (Van Delinder)
10. Resolution 4795, Confirmation of Police Officers (Crawford)
11. Resolution 4796, Declaring the Intention of the City of Bozeman to Give its Obsolete Crack‐
Sealing Machine to the Gallatin County Road Department (Van Delinder)
06:01:48 PM (00:02:38) City Manager Overview
Acting City Manager Chuck Winn gave an overview of Consent Items 1‐11.
06:05:48 PM (00:06:38) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:05:57 PM (00:06:47) Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items 1‐11 as submitted. The motion
passed 5‐0.
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
E. 06:06:40 PM (00:07:30) Public Comment
06:07:30 PM (00:08:20) Point of Order
Commissioner Krauss stated that we were in the middle of a continued public hearing and asked if we
were taking public comment, the Mayor stated yes.
06:08:10 PM (00:09:00) Heather Dishaso, Public Comment
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Stated that her family lives here and has recently became homeless when given noticed that the
owners of the home that she was renting from for the last 7 years decided to renovate. They are on
the waiting list for MSU family housing that would not be available until May. They have applied for
assistance and asked the police for suggested who stated that they should try camping in the
mountains or go to Walmart. Camping in Walmart is only for one night and the local camp ground
would not be open until May, so they camp in Bozeman. For others that may be in a similar situation
she wanted to know where in Bozeman they could be.
06:10:28 PM (00:11:18) Sierra Sky, Public Comment
Stated that her family needed help to try and find a place to stay. She stated that all the homeless
people need help and that she believed planet earth was for everyone.
06:11:11 PM (00:12:01) Kate Bryan, Public Comment
Kate stated that making big decisions were tough. She talked about the B3 design guidelines which
were there to protect homes in the historic district. The current guidelines were created in a rush
process. The maximization goes to developers. The property owners should not have undue burden
because of these guidelines.
06:14:35 PM (00:15:25) Randy Peters, Public Comment
Stated that Bozeman had many plans. All citizens and state holders must be represented. We should
not rush into the future without taking enough time. We must take the time now to get it right for the
future.
06:16:37 PM (00:17:26) Lisa Kirk, Public Comment
Bozeman was growing at 4% a year and as a community we are struggling to have a vision for growth.
Asked how the 2015 decision to minimize public “collaboration” and set a hard boundary on B‐3 NCOD
decisions reflect these values. Ms. Kirk asked why the city would proceed with role making to effect
the use and value of owner’s properties without notifying the home owners. Ms. Kirk stated that
changes have been made without the input of the citizens or neighbors. Property owners need to be
involved in the process of changes. The financial interest of the developers had gone ahead of the
interest of the citizens.
06:19:59 PM (00:20:49) Charlie West, Public Comment
Stated that he recently attended the R/UDAT meeting and while he was encouraged by the turn out,
he stated that we need to figure out where all the new people will live, work and shop. He stated that
midtown is clearly right for development and that programs such as parking and car sharing needed
to happen so that people have many options in transportation and getting around. He asked the
commission to consider connectivity and try not to cram so many cars and people into such a short
space.
F. 06:23:21 PM (00:24:10) Action Items
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1. 06:23:52 PM (00:24:42) The 2017 Cresent Cross Annexation and Zone Map Amendment,
Generally Located Southeast of Huffine Lane and South Cottonwood Road, Application 17032
(WerBell)
06:23:56 PM (00:24:45) Staff Presentation
Mitch WerBell gave a presentation on the Cresent Cross annexation and entered his staff report into the
record. This property located southeast of Huffine Lane, and south cottonwood road stated that this was
approximately 28 acres and currently vacant on subdivided agricultural land. The applicant requested R‐
5 zoning (residential mixed use property that would be high density). Conditional uses, options, and retail
were discussed. The primary differences between R‐3 and R‐4 was discussed (heights of 10 foot
allowances and additional lot coverage). The additional right of way and shared use pathway was
discussed. Water and Sewer truck mains would be extended. The zone findings were found to be
favorable. The DRC recommended approval of this.
06:30:17 PM (00:31:07) Questions for Staff
DM Andrus asked if this was an opinion of the staff that all connectivity such as water, sewer, and
transportation were things were met so that we do not do additional infrastructure pieces in the future
because of where this particular property was located. Staff stated that this was correct.
CR Krauss asked if they needed water hook ups. Staff stated yes. Commissioner Krauss also asked if the
developers would be on the hook for these charges. Staff stated no.
CR Pomeroy asked if it was a good road/power/sewer system. Staff stated that it was.
Mayor Taylor asked if you go east from the blue line, how far until we get to the city again. Staff stated
probably another half a mile.
CR Mehl asked how this would apply to the growth policy.
06:35:34 PM (00:36:24) Applicant Presentation
Chris Budeski, with Madison Engineering was there on behalf of the applicant. This land would be
designated for land use development. He stated that this land was designated for residential development
and felt that it was appropriate to have the higher density. Being on Arterial Streets, at a signalized
location on Huffine made it god location for access to traffic. Main extensions for the sewer and water
would happen. There were a number of waivers that the applicant would have to sign to pay for impacts
that this property may have in future for a number of intersections and roads that would serve this
property. High and Low density was discussed. This would be another opportunity to provide additional
housing that we desperately need. The staff report was viewed and they were in agreement with all the
findings and conditions of approval.
06:39:05 PM (00:39:54) Questions of Applicant
CR Mehl asked about the advisory comments in the staff report that depending on how they build could
result in serious money by the applicant. The applicant stated he did see those comments and explained
in detail reasons why. The applicant talked about creating some sort of payback district so that as people
developed to the south, that person would get payback for a portion of that capacity.
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CR Pomeroy asked if R‐5 would have affordable housing in that area. The applicant stated that it depended
on who would develop the property in the area. They would comply with whatever ordinance would be
in effect at that time.
06:41:07 PM (00:41:57) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:41:22 PM (00:42:12) Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials, public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the
staff report for Application 17032 and move to approve the 2017 Cresent Cross Annexation with the
recommended terms of annexation and direct staff to prepare an annexation agreement for signature
by the parties.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
06:41:51 PM (00:42:40) Discussion
CR Krauss stated that the city met the community plan. A few of the concerns that were stated was that
this was a large size to put in R‐5. The challenge to whomever designed this would be mixed use. It’s
carrying a significant load now. He liked that it was on the south side of Huffine. This was a good area to
grow in. There may be some isolated county pockets but it was well within in the city limits.
CR Mehl stated that the case has been well made for this previously and would support this.
CR Pomeroy stated that we had very good roads and a power system. The city talks a lot about affordable
housing and this was something that we need.
Mayor Taylor stated that this was part of filling up the gaps to the east.
06:48:38 PM (00:49:28) Vote that having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials, public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the
staff report for Application 17032 and move to approve the 2017 Cresent Cross Annexation with the
recommended terms of annexation and direct staff to prepare an annexation agreement for signature
by the parties. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
06:48:52 PM (00:49:42) Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials, public comment, the deliberations and recommendation of the Zoning Commission at the
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March 21, 2017 public hearing, and all information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in
the staff report for Application 17032 and move to approve the 2017 Cresent Cross Annexation Zone
Map Amendment with contingencies required to complete the application processing.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
06:49:03 PM (00:49:53) Discussion
CR Krauss stated that this was a big chunk of R‐5 which was intended to be infill. The applicant would be
on the hook for some commercial and he does not believe that a site plan would not able to allow for a
monolithic R‐5 development.
CR Mehl supported this and agreed that since there are two major roads that it would make sense to have
density in this area. He also saw that there would be a large amount of commercial that would have a
node there which would be helpful. The buffer was also agreed with as well.
DM Andrus could not agree more that when she envisioned this area, she envisioned a lot of housing
choices. It would also provide a lot of opportunity.
CR Mehl mentioned that R‐5 has a minimum density that was quite high.
Mayor Taylor agreed with what has already been said. Just because it is R‐5 doesn’t mean something. This
statement was left out there for people to contemplate.
06:53:00 PM (00:53:50) Vote that having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials, public comment, the deliberations and recommendation of the Zoning Commission at the
March 21, 2017 public hearing, and all information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in
the staff report for Application 17032 and move to approve the 2017 Cresent Cross Annexation Zone
Map Amendment with contingencies required to complete the application processing. The motion
passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
2. 06:53:19 PM (00:54:09) West Winds Phase 7 and 8 Major Subdivision, Change to Preliminary
Plat Condition of Approval Number 17, Located Northwest of Tschache Lane and Hunters
Way, Application P14063 (Quasi‐Judicial) (Saunders)
06:54:23 PM (00:55:13) Staff Presentation
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THE CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Acting City Manager Chuck Winn, Assistant City Attorney Karen Stambaugh,
City Clerk Robin Crough, Community Development Director Marty Matsen, Development Review
Manager Brian Krueger
A. 06:00:00 PM (00:05:24) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 06:00:12 PM (00:05:36) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:01:12 PM (00:06:36) Changes to the Agenda
Mayor Taylor discussed the process of the meeting.
06:04:33 PM (00:09:57) Email Disclosure
Community Development Director Marty Matsen read into the record an email sent from him to Mayor
Taylor and a number of other staff regarding communications from ZipCar regarding a car share.
D. 06:07:12 PM (00:12:36) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
E. 06:08:01 PM (00:13:25) Action Items
1. 06:08:08 PM (00:13:32) Continued from April 3, 2017 Black Olive Site Plan and Certificate of
Appropriateness, 202 South Black Avenue, Application 16432 (Quasi‐Judicial) (Krueger)
Supplemental Memo:
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06:08:44 PM (00:14:08) Jeannie Wilkinson, Public Comment
Ms. Wilkinson spoke in opposition to the project. She spoke that she doesn’t trust the public input
process. She expressed doubts of the car share.
06:11:55 PM (00:17:19) John Preston, Public Comment
Mr. Preston spoke about neighborhood character, and that there are reasons the DRB rejected the
project. He also discussed the lack of parking.
06:15:02 PM (00:20:26) Katherine Ball, Public Comment
Ms. Ball stated she wanted projects that meet more than the minimum guidelines and that contribute to
the community/neighborhood. She stated the project does not fit.
06:18:56 PM (00:24:20) Cathy Cotstakis, Public Comment
Ms. Cotstakis discussed upcoming growth in Bozeman. She discussed a greater need for community
engagement on issues beyond just singular projects. She does have a parking concern as well as mass
and scale issues.
06:23:29 PM (00:28:53) Mary Patzitzer, Public Comment
Ms. Patzitzer discussed the meaning of “listening.” She stated infill, not overfill, three stories, the
parking done right, provide covered bicycle parking, include affordable units, create common green
space, taper the building, be a community member, and how much is too much?
06:24:57 PM (00:30:21) Randy Peters, Public Comment
He referenced the temporary nature of the design guidelines previously adopted. He noted that the DRB
twice rejected the project. He stated this is a cherry‐picking of code. He stated that this does not need to
be rushed, and more input is needed.
06:28:21 PM (00:33:45) Nolan Campbell, Public Comment
Mr. Campbell stated that this is a minor problem for Bozeman, there are more serious issues. He read a
letter from Blackmore owner, and his support of the project. He also discussed growth in Bozeman and
the need for housing.
06:31:45 PM (00:37:09) Russ Tuckerman, Public Comment
Mr. Tuckerman stated that he is in favor of the project, and he urged approval of the project for the
community to have a stab at the car share. He stated that it is unfortunate that the DRB does not
support what staff does. He doesn’t see the legal ground to deny.
06:34:54 PM (00:40:18) Brian Popiel, Public Comment
Mr. Popiel stated he was excited about the project. He noted that the neighborhood would be
supportive if there were the myriad of changes proposed, but no alternatives have been provided. He
urged compliance with criteria and guidelines.
06:38:23 PM (00:43:47) Kate Bryan, Public Comment
Ms. Bryan discussed the intent of code of the protection of adjacent neighborhoods. She discussed the
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rushed process of the NCOD drafting, and the lack of neighborhood input. She stated the process is
flawed, bias, and unfair.
06:42:00 PM (00:47:24) Charlie West, Public Comment
Mr. West stated that the definition of downtown, and discussed a larger, higher density area. He did
state concerns about parking. He asked for denial of the project.
06:45:48 PM (00:51:12) Matthew Kraska, Public Comment
Mr. Kraska recommended the Commission approve the project, based on how the Commission has
previously determined that downtown be developed. He discussed the southside’s historical blockade of
development south of Main Street.
06:48:16 PM (00:53:40) Al Kesselheim, Public Comment
Mr. Kesselheim recommended listening to the DRB and the constituency. He noted that one of the
major problems is the lack of response from the developer.
06:50:01 PM (00:55:25) Nyla Chandler, Public Comment
Ms. Chandler discussed concerns with the project specifically, not the development of the site in
general. She discussed the nature of public involvement in determining the area as B‐3.
06:52:57 PM (00:58:21) Glen Monahan, Public Comment
Mr. Monahan is opposed to the project, as it will significantly impact the surrounding neighborhood
based on its size. He also expressed concerns with the parking, as well as a 24/7 car share. He stated
that the project does not fit architecturally.
06:56:05 PM (01:01:29) Jason Leap, Public Comment
Mr. Leap supports the project, but encouraged the City to stand behind development ordinances. He
discussed the need for high density, downtown housing. He discussed the need to curtail sprawl.
06:58:55 PM (01:04:19) Alison Udall, Public Comment
Ms. Udall lives and operates her business in the neighborhood. She discussed the multi‐use downtown
nature of Germany, which has robust public transportation, but that Bozeman is very different. She
discussed the importance of balance and pleasant/lasting architecture.
07:02:06 PM (01:07:30) Susan Correls, Public Comment
Ms. Correls encouraged denial of the project, as it is too large and does not fit with the neighborhood
aesthetics. She noted the permanence of the project. She stated that maybe the zoning ordinances
weren’t perfect, and why the project isn’t right.
07:04:18 PM (01:09:42) Jeff Stevens, Public Comment
Mr. Stevens stated he is in support of development and the site, but this project in this form isn’t
appropriate. He stated that the developer’s provided car share information isn’t relevant to Bozeman.
He requested the proposal go back to the developer.
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07:06:38 PM (01:12:02) Tom Keck, Public Comment
Mr. Keck discussed high density, but he doesn’t think downtown has the space to provide this level of
high density. He also discussed safety concerns with downtown in general.
07:09:56 PM (01:15:20) Tyler Nyman, Public Comment
Mr. Nyman stated that the project would drastically change the dynamic of the neighborhood. He stated
that it doesn’t fit, and he’s opposed to the project. He agrees there should be apartments and the site,
but there should be better parking.
07:13:05 PM (01:18:29) Bob Cruz, Public Comment
Mr. Cruz discussed the equitable building in NYC, and discussed the commercial aspect of the building.
There has been no discussion of parking for staff and customers for the business to be successful.
07:14:53 PM (01:20:17) Justin Eisel, Public Comment
Mr. Eisel discussed the hardships his family encounters being a one‐car household. He also discussed the
lack of bike parking in addition to car parking. He discussed the influence of the developer. He asked the
Commission not to support the project.
07:17:59 PM (01:23:23) Connie Lange, Public Comment
Ms. Lange stated her opposition to the project, and that the car share will likely not be successful. He
discussed the impact on the neighborhood. She discussed the elitist developments in the downtown
halo.
07:21:02 PM (01:26:26) Scott Johnson, Public Comment
Mr. Johnson discussed the need for housing and infill in Bozeman. He strongly urged support for the
project. As a developer, he relies on guidelines, codes, and plans.
07:22:15 PM (01:27:39) Johnathan Pine, Public Comment
Mr. Pine supports the project, and stated that infill is critical in growing communities like Bozeman.
07:23:37 PM (01:29:01) Loretta Domnechesky, Public Comment
Ms. Domnechesky stated that she doesn’t feel the DRB is being heard. She is concerned of the parking
and congestion. She discussed potential parking problems in the halo. She encouraged denial.
07:26:41 PM (01:32:05) Pat Templin, Public Comment
Ms. Templin noted the neighborhood parking study done last year, stating the neighborhood is already
85% full. She discussed infill vs. sprawl.
07:28:02 PM (01:33:26) Caitlin Odell, Public Comment
Ms. Odell discussed her experience having difficulty finding housing. She also enjoys the walkability of
downtown that her current housing provides. She supports the project.
07:29:46 PM (01:35:10) Ben Goodheart, Public Comment
Mr. Goodheart is excited about the Downtown Improvement Plan and its impact on the future. He
supports the project and stated how important it is for the Commission to follow these plans.
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07:31:04 PM (01:36:28) Larry Pearson, Public Comment
Mr. Pearson supports the project and the zoning ordinances put in place. He supports infill, and
acknowledged challenges changes like this entail.
07:32:43 PM (01:38:07) Megan Romano, Public Comment
Ms. Romano supports the project, as she has recently moved her family here. The project adds more
opportunity for small business to grow in the downtown area. She supports the idea of a local
developer. She did acknowledge the parking problem, but it’s city‐wide.
07:34:11 PM (01:39:35) Nina Romano, Public Comment
Ms. Romano stated that the recent growth has provided opportunity for her family. The building will
give others opportunity her family was given.
07:34:57 PM (01:40:21) Suzanne Howe, Public Comment
Ms. Howe stated that the project meets the letter of the law, but not necessarily the spirit given the
opposition. She discussed the recent R/UDAT process. Density should be strategically placed, but not at
Black and Olive.
07:38:09 PM (01:43:33) Bill Gasteur, Public Comment
Mr. Gasteur is concerned with parking and does not support the project. He detailed rentals and parking
issues.
07:40:37 PM (01:46:01) Sam Haraldson, Public Comment
Mr. Haraldson noted that HRDC’s Streamline riders are a very small percentage of the community. He
stated that realistically it is unlikely to remove vehicles, despite his potential support of high density and
car shares. But he stated that this project is a risk.
07:43:56 PM (01:49:20) Laura Fedro, Public Comment
Ms. Fedro discussed the comparative scale of the project. She discussed comments of City staff
regarding scale and zoning.
07:46:32 PM (01:51:56) Alan Kirk, Public Comment
Mr. Kirk stated that Bozeman’s growth exceeds what this project will provide. He discussed that impacts
of the growing halo will be significant on neighborhoods.
07:50:14 PM (01:55:38) Greta Dyckman, Public Comment
Ms. Dyckman is strongly opposed to the project, specifically because of inadequate parking. She also
noted the viewshed lost, as well as the compromised integrity of the historic neighborhood.
07:54:02 PM (01:59:26) Pete Dyckman, Public Comment
Mr. Dyckman is opposed to the project because of its height and parking issues. He discussed the need
for setbacks and parking for residents.
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07:55:42 PM (02:01:06) Chris Gray, Public Comment
Mr. Gray provided a records request for information regarding the noticing and adoption of Resolution
4598, the NCOD.
07:57:55 PM (02:03:19) Cordell Poole, Public Comment
Mr. Poole noted that he felt the plans and code is under attack this evening. He supports the Downtown
Plan and incentives given to guide growth.
08:01:04 PM (02:06:28) Recess
Mayor Taylor called the Commission into recess until 8:10 PM.
08:13:03 PM (02:18:27) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order.
08:13:33 PM (02:18:57) Rose Valar, Public Comment
Ms. Valar discussed hers and her daughter’s opposition to the project, as they love Bozeman how it is.
08:14:41 PM (02:20:05) Sumana Pataya, Public Comment
As a neighbor, Ms. Pataya opposes the building, having already experienced the congestion. She is also
concerned of the safety of her children given the traffic. She asked the Commission to consider the
historic neighborhood.
08:16:26 PM (02:21:50) Angela Kochelik, Public Comment
Ms. Kochelik urged the Commission to consider Bozeman’s current residents, not potential residents.
She asked for preservation of what Bozeman already is.
08:19:45 PM (02:25:09) Jason Basey, Public Comment
Mr. Basey is a local realtor and property manager, and he spoke of the current lack of supply in the
market all over Bozeman. He stated that mixed‐use projects add value to nearby homes.
08:22:53 PM (02:28:17) Troy Share, Public Comment
Mr. Share, as a downtown business owner, discussed the housing needs of his own professional
employees. He encouraged the neighborhood to accept new neighbors.
08:24:31 PM (02:29:55) Jack Ranieri, Public Comment
Mr. Ranieri stated that he is opposed to the project as he is immediately adjacent. He stated the rules in
place were changed without his notification.
08:27:49 PM (02:33:13) Robert Doherty, Public Comment
Mr. Doherty has been building in the town for years, and that rules always change. He has seen more
challenges for his projects than this project.
08:30:13 PM (02:35:37) Collette Brooks‐Hops, Public Comment
Ms. Brooks‐Hops asked why the aesthetics of this building doesn’t match what is required of other
downtown buildings.
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08:32:44 PM (02:38:08) Applicant Rebuttal
Andy Holloran, Applicant, distributed images of the Black Olive project and the Sobo project. He
discussed the similarity of the projects, and that the Sobo project was approved by the DRB. He brings
the issue up to improve the project. He stated that he did not receive recommendations from the DRB
that gave him something to return with. Mr. Holloran stated that he does seek out B‐3 sites for
development. He stated that he’s is committed to increasing bike parking. He discussed a commissioned
parking study. He stated that the risk in the project is him and his team, which is why he is confident in
the car share and alternative transportation ideas he is proposing. He stated that he hasn’t seen there is
a parking shortage south of Main Street. He discussed night‐time parking options. He noted the zoning
demarcation, and he discussed there could very likely be density adjacent to the project. He stated he
appreciated the feedback of the community, but reiterated that growth is coming.
08:45:56 PM (02:51:20) Questions of Applicant
CR Pomeroy asked for further detail about the car share service, the night‐time parking share, and
parking concerning the coffee shop/employees. She asked what he would do if the car share doesn’t
work?
08:52:37 PM (02:58:01) Questions of Staff
CR Pomeroy asked staff about the car share service. Mr. Krueger responded in detail.
CR Mehl asked Mr. Krueger to display the zoning map in the original presentation, and how long has the
area been downtown‐zoned. He asked about the NCOD process and the level of public involvement, and
what it changed. He asked what the City’s recourse is if the car share is failing in a year. Mr. Matsen
responded in detail. Ms. Stambaugh provided additional information.
09:05:31 PM (03:10:55) Motion that having reviewed and considered the application materials, public
comment, and all the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 16432 and move to approve the Black Olive Site Plan and Certificate of
Appropriateness application subject to conditions and all applicable code provisions.
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
09:06:02 PM (03:11:26) Discussion
DM Andrus thanked the developer for bringing forward a project that spurred discussion. She discussed
the gray area of the law, and the role of the Commission in interpreting code. She discussed the
downtown and its role in density and development, and neighborhoods. She stated this is the wrong
project in a place where the right one is needed, and she doesn’t support the project.
CR Pomeroy discussed how different the project looks comparative to nearby neighborhoods. She
stated her job is to balance what is best for the community, and that she supports the project for a
number of reasons, including encouraging infill and abiding by ordinances enacted by previous
Commissions.
CR Krauss thanked staff and the applicant, and apologized for the xenophobia Mr. Holloran endured. He
discussed the role of the Commission in interpreting the letter of the law. He described the downtown
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plan and NCOD, as well as additional plans, in great detail. He stated this fits the current built
environment. He stated that the infrastructure issue, specifically parking, is the “but.”
09:59:34 PM (04:04:58) Meeting Extended
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting until 11:00 PM.
09:59:41 PM (04:05:05) Discussion Continued
CR Krauss stated the risk is also on the Commission. It’s a temporary solution to a larger problem. He
stated like it feels like the site is overbuilt.
CR Mehl thanked the public, applicant, and staff. He discussed civility, listening, and respect. He
discussed growth, but how do we control it. He discussed the economic, social, and environmental
impacts. He stated his concern about downtown becoming an entertainment center. He discussed
cumulative impacts, infrastructure, sprawl, and community character. He discussed the downtown
housing need.
Mayor Taylor discussed impending growth, and thinks the parking plan is insufficient. He discussed the
Commission’s interpretation of plans and regulations. He discussed his support of density and the need
for more residents downtown.
10:50:04 PM (04:55:28) Recess & Meeting Extension
Mayor Taylor called a break for 5 minutes and extended the meeting until 11:30 PM.
10:57:18 PM (05:02:42) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order.
10:57:49 PM (05:03:13) Discussion Continued
CR Krauss stated the parking is too undeveloped to further discuss tonight.
10:59:50 PM (05:05:14) Amendment that there be a new condition of a minimum of 32 bike storage
spots for this proposal.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
11:00:18 PM (05:05:42) Discussion
CR Mehl stated this is something he would look at.
CR Krauss stated it makes sense.
Mayor Taylor stated this is guidance.
11:01:53 PM (05:07:17) Vote on the Amendment that there be a new condition of a minimum of 32
bike storage spots for this proposal. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
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Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
11:02:11 PM (05:07:35) Discussion
CR Mehl discussed shared use parking.
11:02:31 PM (05:07:55) Amendment to change from 4 car share spaces to one car share shared space.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
11:02:38 PM (05:08:02) Discussion
CR Mehl stated he is ready to try this on a small scale.
CR Krauss stated the project is still short.
Mayor Taylor stated that he still supports one space per unit.
DM Andrus supports one car share, but still feels strongly there are a lot of loose ends.
11:06:03 PM (05:11:27) Vote on the Amendment to change from 4 car share spaces to one car share
shared space. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
11:06:18 PM (05:11:42) Discussion
CR Mehl discussed inconsistencies with parking on nearby streets. Assistant City Attorney clarified that
CR Mehl’s motion is a condition.
11:08:37 PM (05:14:01) Vote on the Motion as Amended that having reviewed and considered the
application materials, public comment, and all the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings
presented in the staff report for application 16432 and move to approve the Black Olive Site Plan and
Certificate of Appropriateness application subject to conditions and all applicable code provisions. The
motion failed 1‐4.
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Disapprove
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Disapprove
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Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Disapprove
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
11:09:17 PM (05:14:41) Motion to instruct staff within 90 days to have a meeting of the Parking
Commission to discuss the parking situation around this neighborhood, especially Tracy and Bozeman,
as well as why there is no overnight parking on Tracy and Bozeman when the City doesn’t plow them
each week.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
11:10:15 PM (05:15:39) Discussion
CR Mehl stated that he’d like to have this discussion.
DM Andrus stated it is good timing with the Parking Commission.
CR Krauss stated that back‐in parking at Culbertson should be looked at, and engineering staff should be
brought in.
11:12:38 PM (05:18:02) Vote on the Motion to instruct staff within 90 days to have a meeting of the
Parking Commission to discuss the parking situation around this neighborhood, especially Tracy and
Bozeman, as well as why there is no overnight parking on Tracy and Bozeman when the City doesn’t
plow them each week. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
F. 11:12:55 PM (05:18:19) FYI/Discussion
1. Mayor Taylor reminded the Commission that there are two meetings next week.
2. CR Krauss noted that there will be a special Midtown meeting on Thursday.
G. 11:13:39 PM (05:19:03) Adjournment
Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 11:13 PM.
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Carson Taylor
Mayor
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ATTEST:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
PREPARED BY:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
Approved on: ___________________________________
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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, April 17, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Acting City Manager Chuck Winn, Assistant City Attorney Karen Stambaugh,
City Clerk Robin Crough
A. 06:00:26 PM (00:02:43) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 06:00:34 PM (00:02:51) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:01:29 PM (00:03:46) Changes to the Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda.
D. 06:01:35 PM (00:03:52) Minutes
1. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes from March 6, March 20, and March 27, 2017, and
User Access to Linked Minutes
06:01:40 PM (00:03:57) Motion and Vote to approve the combined City Commission Minutes from
March 6, March 20, and March 27, 2017, as submitted. The motion passed 5‐0.
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
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THE CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Acting City Manager Chuck Winn, Assistant City Manager Chuck Winn, City
Clerk Robin Crough
A. 05:59:26 PM (00:02:07) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 05:59:36 PM (00:02:17) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:00:20 PM (00:03:01) Changes to the Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda.
D. 06:00:27 PM (00:03:08) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
E. 06:01:18 PM (00:04:00) Action Items
1. 06:01:23 PM (00:04:05) Discussion on Desired Characteristics and Qualifications of the City
Manager (Jorgenson)
06:01:44 PM (00:04:25) Staff Presentation
HR Director Bethany Jorgenson discussed the necessity for determining the knowledge, skills, and
abilities prior to the recruitment process. She discussed the changes she has initially made to the class
specification.
06:05:08 PM (00:07:49) Questions of Staff
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Mayor Taylor asked how the process will work.
06:06:13 PM (00:08:54) Discussion
CR Krauss discussed his desire to figure out a timeline. He discussed the unique nature of the City
Manager reporting to the City Commission. The Commission discussed the potential timeline.
Mayor Taylor wanted an August offer if possible, the Commission discussed in detail.
CR Krauss stated the importance of involving the public substantially, as well as staff input.
06:25:51 PM (00:26:37) Reference Time Stamp / Discussion Continued
DM Andrus asked for clarification for all the changes that HR Director Jorgenson submitted. Ms.
Jorgenson discussed the reorganization, the distributed model for risk management, quantifying
experience, and the residency requirement.
CR Pomeroy asked about the MPA requirement.
CR Krauss asked if this helps the Commission decide who the City Manager should be.
CR Mehl discussed his support of the changes made by staff.
Mayor Taylor discussed risk management and the budget responsibility.
CR Krauss stated he wanted to discuss the characteristics of the City Manager, not the class spec. Upon
the mayor’s request.
DM Andrus asked if the class spec helps determine wages. Ms. Jorgenson noted her suggestions.
CR Mehl discussed the need to lay out what the Commission is looking for.
CR Krauss stated that the class spec should be significantly shorter. He discussed the need for
simplification.
DM Andrus asked if a class specification was necessary, and why do we do it that way.
Mayor Taylor discussed the need to discuss the attributes and qualifications, and update the class spec
at a later date. He discussed the need for 1. Ability to work with other governmental administrators, 2. A
healthy attitude about conflict, 3. Transparency with citizens and Commission, 4. Positively receive
constructive criticism, 5. Ability to take the community to the next level.
CR Krauss stated his first priority is ethical, second is demonstrated willingness to use good judgment,
must be honest and realistic and able to disseminate that to the Commission, innovation from knowing
the environment, and accountability.
CR Mehl stated proactive, transparent and ethical, works well in a dynamic and fast‐paced environment,
ability to prioritize, high communication skills.
CR Pomeroy’s top five was ethics, transparency, listening to the staff, strong experience with affordable
housing and homelessness/mental issues, ability to lead through growing pains, some expertise on local
option taxes, and equal pay.
DM Andrus’s top five was having vision, communication, pushing the envelope, trust and ethics, and
team‐building.
07:11:14 PM (01:12:00) Reference Time Stamp / Discussion Continued
CR Krauss discussed the need for a nurturing leader to help anticipate the Commission’s needs, and how
the staff is being led.
Mayor Taylor agreed with benevolent and firm.
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CR Pomeroy discussed the focus on people being very important.
CR Krauss reiterated it is important for the City Manager to help staff succeed with the Commission.
DM Andrus discussed analyzing/prioritizing/inspiring.
CR Pomeroy wants someone with a strong personality.
CR Krauss spoke of empathy.
CR Mehl stated the experience should be as a manager.
CR Pomeroy reiterated an ability to focus on people.
Mayor Taylor agreed with an ability to learn, know, and be interested in all aspects of the community.
CR Krauss stated a desire of experience working with a commission. Mayor Taylor stated he just cared
about the ability.
CR Krauss also discussed being open to applicants.
07:36:13 PM (01:36:59) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
07:36:32 PM (01:37:18) Discussion
CR Krauss and CR Mehl asked that the class spec be distributed to the Commission.
CR Mehl is okay with punting the item but it should be raised later.
2. 07:40:06 PM (01:40:52) Direction to Staff on Soliciting Executive Search Firm Proposals for
City Manager Recruitment (Jorgenson)
07:40:27 PM (01:41:13) Recess
Mayor Taylor called the Commission into recess for 10 minutes.
07:52:02 PM (01:52:48) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order at 7:51 PM.
07:52:21 PM (01:53:07) Staff Presentation
HR Director Jorgenson discussed the recommendation of using an executive search firm, and why the
services are incredibly helpful.
07:57:03 PM (01:57:50) Questions of Staff
Mayor Taylor asked what the downsides from doing in‐house. He also asked how much control they
have over viewing applications.
CR Mehl asked about the price estimate, as well as which buffet items were used in the past, and
whether this would be the same.
CR Pomeroy asked if there would be a lot of applicants through the firm.
08:00:48 PM (02:01:34) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
08:01:15 PM (02:02:01) Motion to direct staff to advertise for an executive search firm.
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Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:01:30 PM (02:02:16) Discussion
CR Krauss discussed this is the time to use expertise, and it’s critical they do this right.
08:03:53 PM (02:04:39) Point of Order
It was determined the motion should state “solicit proposals” as it was the intent of the motion.
08:04:22 PM (02:05:09) Discussion Continued
CR Mehl is full supportive.
CR Pomeroy thinks it is a good idea.
DM Andrus also supports the motion.
Mayor Taylor will support the motion, expressing a concern to review some applications.
08:07:07 PM (02:07:54) Vote to direct staff to solicit proposals for an executive search firm. The motion
passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
08:07:29 PM (02:08:15) Discussion
CR Krauss noted topics he’d like to see discussed: breadth of the search, how much money to be spent,
advice from the City Attorney regarding confidentiality, the staff role in the process, and how to use the
public.
CR Mehl asked staff to come up with a list of everything that must be done to make this work.
Mayor Taylor asked about upcoming scheduling options. May 3rd at 6:30 PM was determined for the
next rescheduled meeting, and May 18th for a regular meeting.
F. 08:14:35 PM (02:15:21) FYI/Discussion
Acting City Manager Winn noted that sound problems in the room are being addressed.
G. 08:15:13 PM (02:15:59) Adjournment
Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 8:15 PM.
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Carson Taylor
Mayor
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ATTEST:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
PREPARED BY:
___________________________________
Robin Crough
City Clerk
Approved on: ___________________________________
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Discussion on Desired Characteristics and Qualifications of the City Manager
Attributes/Characteristics‐ Overview
Distinguishing feature – unlike any other position in the organization, this position reports
directly to the City Commission.
Should we have input from staff in what they would like to see in a City Manager?
Involve Interim City Manager in discussion
Work with consultants to get ideas about attributes
Discussion about attributes tonight does not stop the conversation
We need to hire a City Manager, not sure class spec helps do that ‐ describes current
organization
Could we end up with two documents – class spec and document describing attributes, one
describes day‐to‐day and the other describes what we are looking for
Attributes and Qualifications
Being able to effectively work with governmental administrators
Healthy attitude toward conflict
Transparency
Positively receive criticism
Experienced… leads dynamic org forward
Ethical
Demonstrated willingness to use good judgment
o Proactive ‐ out in front of commission and public
See far ahead
Must be able to communicate to commission the reality of a situation
Anticipate issues and future events
Accountability
o Position of leading not following
o Risk management
o Credit‐giver and blame‐taker
Proactive – looking ahead
Integrity, transparency, ethical
Works well in dynamic environment
Prioritization (ability to prioritize)
High communication skills
o Ability to thoroughly (and redundantly) communicate
Ethics
Transparency
Listen to staff
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Focus on people (community, affordable housing, growth experience, exp with
homeless/mental health issues)
o Someone who can get around in the community and connect with all
Not just connecting with a small portion of the community
Expertise with local option taxes
Equal Pay
Vision (visionary leadership)
Communication (writing, speaking, listening, staff, neighbors)
Pushing the envelope (anticipation, helping us to think out of our box and about things that are
coming
Ethics/trust
Teambuilding
o Investing in people
o Builds trust
Nurturing (mentoring) leader
o Helps staff relate to and succeed with commission (pivot point)
Benevolent, but firm leader
o Says “this is the way we’re going to go” BUT listens
Ability to juggle multiple bosses
Analyzing, prioritizing, inspiring (successful prioritization)
o Ability to get buy‐in from commission and staff
Strong personality
o Ability to work with all 5 bosses, and
o Pushing own agenda
Empathy
Emotional intelligence
Class Spec Discussion
Consider leaving out reference to any organization changes in class spec
Risk management – the buck stops here. Leave section in.
City Manager presents the budget, leave in
Are we describing the attributes and characteristics in the class spec?
Hopefully candidates will look at the class spec. should be up to date
Gives idea of what City Manager is stepping into
Consider re‐writing general statement of duties
Consider taking summary of duties from the charter
Consider reducing the length of the class spec
Consider waiting to update the class spec until consultant provides guidance
Commission to make edits to class spec
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Timeline/Process
Decide about working with a consultant
During the decision time, make some decisions about the distinguishing features and attributes
When will new City Manager be hired? 4‐6 months? Can we hire someone before the
beginning of school – make the offer in August (timeline ends August 7)? This may be a bit
ambitious.
This means we need to hire an outside firm right away.
How do we involve the public in the process? Sub‐committees?
Want to make sure we are moving efficiently without sacrificing the process
Process, timeline, and then attributes?
Guidelines for City Commissioners?
Other Thoughts
Separate experience from characteristics
Attributes vs. core competencies
Likely to hire someone who is experienced as a manager (not necessarily ACM who is reporting
to CM) – would have some knowledge of programs (affordable housing, etc.), but wouldn’t be
the expert.
Haven’t said we would hire CEO of corporation, but could
Having the ability to do these things is necessary. Experience is valuable
Materials need to say we aren’t just hiring an experienced City Manager. Are we open to
promoting someone who has good experience at a lower level?
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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, April 24, 2017
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Present
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Present
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present at the Dais: Interim City Manager Dennis Taylor, Assistant City Manager Chuck Winn, City
Attorney Greg Sullivan, City Clerk Robin Crough
A. 05:59:59 PM (00:02:42) Call to Order – 6:00 PM ‐ Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 06:00:07 PM (00:02:50) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:00:52 PM (00:03:35) Changes to the Agenda
Mayor Taylor has an announcement before the Special Presentations.
D. 06:01:15 PM (00:03:58) Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services (LaMeres)
2. Approval of Depository Bonds and Pledged Securities as of March 31, 2017 (Clark)
3. Authorize the Interim City Manager to Sign the Memorandum of Agreement, Public Use
Easement, and Temporary Construction Easement with J. Swenson for Right‐of‐Way
Acquisition for Construction of Improvements to Oak Street, Parcel 6 (Hixson)
4. Authorize the Interim City Manager to Sign a Professional Services Master Task Order
Agreement with Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. (AE2S) for On‐Call
Engineering Services at the City of Bozeman Water Treatment Plant (Heaston)
5. Authorize the Interim City Manager to Sign a Purchase Agreement with Kenneth J.
VanDeWalle, Architect, AIA, Inc. for the Sports Park Entry Pavilion Shade Structure (Poissant)
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6. Authorize the Interim City Manager to Sign a Contract Agreement with Hydro Logistics
Irrigation, LLC for the City Hall Landscape Improvement Project (Mehrens)
06:01:18 PM (00:04:01) City Manager Overview
Interim City Manager Dennis Taylor provided an overview of Consent Items 1‐6.
06:03:04 PM (00:05:47) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:03:19 PM (00:06:02) Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items 1‐6 as submitted. The motion
passed 5‐0.
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
E. 06:03:36 PM (00:06:19) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
F. 06:05:03 PM (00:07:46) Special Presentations
06:05:06 PM (00:07:49) Mayoral Presentation
Mayor Taylor noted that April is Water Conservation Month and encouraged the city to participate.
1. 06:07:01 PM (00:09:44) Fire Department Annual Report (Waldo)
Fire Chief Josh Waldo presented the Commission with the 2016 Annual Report, discussing
data, projects, and future projects. He also discussed the Master Plan update, the internal
strategic plan, new radios, and additional future projects.
06:13:38 PM (00:16:21) Questions of Staff
DM Andrus asked how many firefighters the City had?
CR Mehl asked how the City compared to our peers in number of fire calls. He asked if the EMS trends
will continue. He asked about training timelines.
Mayor Taylor stated he appreciated the work of the department.
2. 06:17:46 PM (00:20:29) Presentation on Criminal Justice System Support Services
(Saverud/Crawford)
Stacy Wesem of Gallatin County Victim Services read a case scenario. Police Chief Steve
Crawford spoke about officer training, call response and investigations, collaboration and
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partnerships, and the Gallatin Project and the grant they administer. Stacy Wesem provided
further information about Gallatin County Victim Services, their role, and detail about the
services they provide. City Domestic Violence Prosecutor Anna Saverud discussed her role and
responsibilities. She spoke in detail about prosecution and emphasized the collaboration with
this group. Erica Coyle, Director of HAVEN, discussed the services provided by HAVEN.
06:44:49 PM (00:47:32) Questions of Presenters
CR Mehl thanked the presenters and the City Attorney’s office. He asked what else the community could
be doing, are there any gaps? Ms. Saverud noted that one of the biggest challenges is affordable
housing. Ms. Coyle added childcare as another issue. He also asked how much does this group work with
the medical community and K‐12, and does Marci’s law have an effect on their work? Chief Crawford
spoke of the interface with Bozeman Health. Ms. Wesem discussed their work with the school resource
officers. She acknowledged that Marci’s Law will be a challenge with the huge increase in their caseload.
CR Pomeroy asked if domestic violence has been increasing. She asked if domestic violence and mental
health issues were related.
CR Krauss asked the Chief to provide him with comparative numbers alluded to. He addressed
affordability, and asked is there something to be done to prevent area homicides. Ms. Saverud discussed
the increase in calls hopefully means people are more confident in the response.
Mayor Taylor asked about the process if a threat is heard. Chief Crawford and Ms. Saverud responded.
He also asked why cases like the case scenario are only charged misdemeanors.
CR Krauss asked if MSU is fully participating in the Sexual Assault Response Team. He asked if there are
other partners like churches or others freely reporting? Ms. Coyle spoke of future efforts and Ms.
Wesem spoke of walk‐ins and people reaching out.
DM Andrus how a new Law & Justice Center could impact these agency’s work. Space and logistical
issues were discussed.
G. 07:22:30 PM (01:25:13) Action Items
1. 07:22:35 PM (01:25:18) A Preliminary Plat Application to Allow the Subdivision of a Portion of
Lot R‐1, J&D Family Subdivision (Plat J‐502) into One (1) Commercial Lot, a Remainder Lot (R‐
2), and Road Right‐of‐Way, Application 17071 (Quasi‐Judicial) (Rogers)
07:22:58 PM (01:25:41) Staff Presentation
Planner Tom Rogers entered his staff report into the record, and provided an overview of the
preliminary plat. He noted there was no public comment, and DRC recommends approval.
07:26:54 PM (01:29:37) Questions of Staff
CR Pomeroy asked what will happen with a restricted development lot.
DM Andrus asked if groundwater was mitigated in the conditions.
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07:30:16 PM (01:32:59) Applicant Presentation
Chris Wassey of Genesis Engineering stated he is here to answer questions.
07:30:33 PM (01:33:16) Questions of Applicant
CR Mehl asked the applicant what he had in mind. He asked if he had seen the staff report.
CR Pomeroy asked what would happen with the restricted development lot.
07:33:08 PM (01:35:51) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
07:33:24 PM (01:36:07) Motion that having reviewed and considered the application materials, public
comment, and all the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 17071 and move to approve the J&D Family Minor Subdivision with conditions and
subject to all applicable code provisions.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
07:33:42 PM (01:36:25) Discussion
CR Mehl is in agreement with the subdivision.
07:34:31 PM (01:37:14) Vote that having reviewed and considered the application materials, public
comment, and all the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 17071 and move to approve the J&D Family Minor Subdivision with conditions and
subject to all applicable code provisions. The motion passed 5‐0.
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Deputy Mayor ‐ Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Jeff Krauss: Approve
Mayor ‐ Carson Taylor: Approve
Commissioner ‐ Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner ‐ I‐Ho Pomeroy: Approve
07:34:51 PM (01:37:34) Recess
Mayor Taylor called the Commission into recess until 7:45 PM.
07:46:04 PM (01:48:47) Call to Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order at 7:46 PM.
2. 07:46:11 PM (01:48:54) Recommendations for Regulating Short Term Rentals (Winn)
07:46:21 PM (01:49:04) Staff Presentation
Assistant City Manager Chuck Winn thanked the Police and Fire Chief for their work. He introduced the
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team that worked on the recommendations and how the City got to the status quo. He provided what
data the City has regarding short‐term rentals. He noted the public engagement and input on the
subject. He specifically discussed the INC’s recommendations and other best practices throughout the
state. He discussed the legal authority of the City. Mr. Winn proposed definitions, examples of what the
types proposed would mean, and the general requirements for each type. He discussed recommended
fees, as well as forms and education on the website that would be necessary.
08:17:06 PM (02:19:49) Questions of Staff
DM Andrus asked if Type 1 was a boarding house. She asked about the registration and fee, and why a
cap wasn’t recommended. She asked about fire self‐certification.
CR Mehl asked what reasoning other Montana cities authority has been to not regulate. He asked about
input from the City‐County Board of Health. Assistant City Attorney Karen Stambaugh responded in
detail. He also asked about requiring insurance. He asked if staff was proposing any changes in the CUP
process. He asked why limiting assembly was omitted. He asked about the effective date and next steps.
He asked about corporate ownership. He asked about resource lack for enforcement. He asked why
there was no annual sunset. He asked why no fee for Type 1 and the difference for fire inspections. He
asked why no notice for Type 1 and 2 to the neighbors. He asked about regulating density.
CR Krauss asked about regulations for Bed & Breakfasts. He asked if there was a minimum‐sized lot. He
also about duplexes in R‐1. He asked about allowing affordable units as short‐term rentals. He asked
about maintaining single‐family districts. He asked if the zoning code gives adequate authority to ban or
heavily regulate within specific zoning districts.
CR Pomeroy asked if fire inspections are required for Type 1, and that there is no cost for Type 1. She
asked if the City has the ability to enforce. She asked how the City could control parking.
Mayor Taylor asked what the role of money is. He asked if the City could make this a civil infraction.
CR Pomeroy asked if the fee was proposed to be equitable for hotels.
09:17:30 PM (03:20:13) Public Comment
Mayor Taylor opened public comment.
09:18:04 PM (03:20:47) George Thompson, Public Comment
Mr. Thompson spoke of the transient nature of occupants and its impact on neighborhood character
and community responsibility.
09:21:39 PM (03:24:22) Jim Goetz, Public Comment
Mr. Goetz discussed the disappearance of R‐1. He spoke of the exceptions of Type 2. He discussed the
lack of standards for CUPs. He spoke of putting some enforcement in AirBnB’s hands.
09:24:03 PM (03:26:46) Susie Hollen, Public Comment
Ms. Hollen commended the public outreach discussed the qualifications for types and provided a
recommendation for a local contact instead of owner. She noted this is similar to an inn and similar rules
should apply. She suggested continuity of management to cover a change of ownership. There should be
a responsible party at any time.
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09:27:57 PM (03:30:40) Kathy Powell, Public Comment
Ms. Powell noted that the core recommendations are flawed, primarily in Type 2 and 3, and its potential
change of neighborhood character. She proposed a 2% limit in zones. She also discussed ADUs.
09:31:30 PM (03:34:13) Jill Davenport, Public Comment
Ms. Davenport expressed the importance of neighborhoods.
09:33:28 PM (03:36:11) Emily Hooker, Public Comment
Ms. Hooker stated the priority of this endeavor should be to preserve the livability of the town and
neighborhoods. Her plea is to revisit growth issues related to this.
09:35:52 PM (03:38:35) Richard Canfield, Public Comment
Mr. Canfield emphasized neighborhoods, and referenced the INC’s recommendations. He stated not to
dodge the density issue. He noted the importance of predictability.
09:40:10 PM (03:42:53) Marilee Brown, Public Comment
Ms. Brown noted that there is a lot of conflicting statute. She discussed arguments in favor of short‐
term rentals.
09:44:51 PM (03:47:34) David Mercer, Public Comment
Mr. Mercer spoke that residential neighborhoods won’t see any benefits from the commercial interests.
09:47:12 PM (03:49:55) Paul House, Public Comment
Mr. House runs vacation rentals and has asked for regulation. He discussed details of the
recommendations.
09:50:24 PM (03:53:07) Jason Delmue, Public Comment
Mr. Delmue is a vacation rental owner, and he discussed comparisons with long‐term rentals. The data
doesn’t support that short‐term rentals are more negative. He discussed issues that are unaddressed.
09:53:34 PM (03:56:17) Dave Johnston, Public Comment
Mr. Johnston stated that he enjoys vacation rentals, and some regulation is good. He asked if HOA
covenants can help regulate.
09:55:43 PM (03:58:26) Meeting Extended
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting until 10:30 PM.
09:55:51 PM (03:58:34) Questions of Staff
DM Andrus asked if we thinking of laws that weren’t yet established.
09:57:51 PM (04:00:34) Discussion
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CR Krauss discussed the purpose of zoning. He discussed some of his preferences for revisions and
options he did like.
CR Mehl expressed his preferences for clarifications and changes.
DM Andrus listed her recommended changes.
CR Pomeroy listed her recommended changes.
Mayor Taylor noted his preferences. He discussed the nature of landlords/tenants and long‐term
renters.
10:25:02 PM (04:27:45) Meeting Extended
Mayor Taylor extended the meeting until 10:45 PM.
10:25:06 PM (04:27:49) Discussion Continued
The Commission and staff discussed the process for coming back with changes.
3. 10:30:02 PM (04:32:45) Appointment to the City Planning Board (Michalson)
10:30:07 PM (04:32:50) Upon receipt of Gallatin County’s designation, Mayor Taylor appointed Gerald
Pape as the County Appointment to the City Planning Board with an updated term expiring on January
31, 2019.
10:30:20 PM (04:33:03) Public Comment
Mayor Taylor opened public comment.
10:30:24 PM (04:33:07) Gerald Pape, Public Comment
Mr. Pape discussed his history of appointment and his dual appointment for the City‐County.
4. 10:32:28 PM (04:35:11) Legislative Update (Andrus)
10:32:31 PM (04:35:14) Commission Presentation
DM Andrus provided an update on the gas tax bill, HB 473.
10:33:59 PM (04:36:42) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
H. 10:34:05 PM (04:36:48) FYI/Discussion
1. Mayor Taylor stated that there is no procedure to bring the Black Olive back as a
reconsideration.
2. Mr. Winn thanked the Commission for their support of the staff on the short‐term rental
issue this evening.
3. Community Development Director Martin Matsen stated that a formal reclaim would be
necessary again for Black Olive to come before the Commission.
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