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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-01-17 City Commission Minutes THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA MINUTES Monday, May 01,2017 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, City Attorney Greg Sullivan,City Clerk Robin Crough A. 06:00:11 PM (00:02:55)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. 06:00:29 PM (00:03:131 Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence C. 06:01:28 PM (00:04:12)Changes to the Agenda 06:01:33 PM (00:04:17) Public Service Announcement CR Pomeroy stated that May is Mental Health Awareness month, and discussed the issue. D. 06:03:40 PM (00:06:24)Consent 1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services (LaMeres) °a 2. Authorize the Interim City Managerto Sign the Notice of Award and Purchase Agreement with Midwest Welding and Machine for the Fabrication of a Removable Bulkhead for the Bozeman Swim Center(Hill) 7- 4- 3. Approve the Interim City Manager's Reappointment of Bill Ranard to the Police Commission (Michalson) '1-t__3 06:03:45 PM (00:06:29)City Manager Overview Interim City Manager Taylor provided a brief overview of Consent Items 1-3. Page 1 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 06:05:12 PM (00:07:56) Public Comment There was no public comment. 06:05:26 PM (00:08:10)Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items 1-3 as submitted. The motion passed 5-0. Deputy Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Motion Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd Deputy Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve Mayor-Carson Taylor:Approve Commissioner-Chris Mehl:Approve Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve E. 06:05:44 PM (00:08:28) Public Comment 06:06:37 PM (00:09:21)Heather Davis,Public Comment Ms. Davis, representing Intrinsik Architecture,spoke in support of staff's recommendation of parking standard reductions in Midtown, as predictability is critical for developers. F. 06:08:58 PM (00:11:42)Action Items 1. 06:09:04 PM (00:11:48) Safelite Auto Glass Conditional Use Permit to Allow an Auto Repair Business to Use Existing Retail Space within the B-2 (Community Business) Zoning District, Application 16342 (Quasi-Judicial) (Jadin) 7 a 06:09:23 PM (00:12:07)Staff Presentation Addi Jadin, Planner with the City of Bozeman, entered her staff report into the record and discussed the CUP for Safelite Auto Glass to relocate their business.She discussed the proposed location and the criteria of evaluation. 06:14:20 PM (00:17:04) Questions of Staff DM Andrus asked for clarification why a CUP was required. CR Pomeroy asked what would go into the existing Safelite building. 06:15:29 PM (00:18:13)Applicant Presentation Rich McHenry,the applicant,stated this will be their new location. 06:15:46 PM (00:18:30) Questions of Applicant CR Mehl asked if the applicant has seen the staff report and agrees to conditions. CR Pomeroy asked about the build of the facilities. 06:16:49 PM (00:19:33) Public Comment Page 2 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 There was no public comment. 06:17:03 PM (00:19:47)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 16342 and move to approve the conditional use permit with conditions and subject to all applicable code provisions. Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd 06:17:34 PM (00:20:18) Discussion CR Pomeroy stated it is a good location and she is happy to see the reuse of the space. CR Krauss stated he was happy to see the reuse of the property. Mayor Taylor stated the proposed use meets the standards of the CUP. 06:19:23 PM (00:22:07) Vote that having reviewed and considered the application materials,public comment, and all the information presented,1 hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report for application 16342 and move to approve the conditional use permit with conditions and subject to all applicable code provisions. 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 2. 06:19:37 PM (00:22:21) Commission Policy Discussion and Direction on Midtown (13-2M) Parking Standards (Fine) a 06:19:59 PM (00:22:43)Staff Presentation David Fine, Economic Development Specialist, introduced the team for the evening, including Parking Manager Ed Meece,Community Development Director Marty Matsen,and Alyssa Pyszka with Leland Consulting. He discussed the Midtown 13-2M zoning, and requested policy direction from the Commission this evening. He discussed in detail current parking utilization (or lack of)currently in Midtown for commercial, retail, and residential. He noted the problems with requiring unused parking, and presented a number of other cities used as comparators. He discussed three options for the Commission to discuss that would require some to no parking minimums. 06:32:54 PM (00:35:38) Questions of Staff CR Pomeroy asked how realistic the restaurant, hotel,and residential utilization expectations are.She Page 3 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 also asked about staff's recommendation of Option B over A.She asked about the goals of Midtown similar to downtown. CR Mehl asked about completed plans for Midtown and their recommendations. He asked about the advantages of the blended approach. He asked about the necessity or revisiting parking in the area, as well as if there would still be a parking maximum. He asked about the removal of on-street parking. He asked about how high of a priority parking is as an incentive/barrier in other communities. He asked about what will be done with alternative transportation. He asked about the timeline for new development and a parking district. CR Krauss asked about the removal of on-street parking. He asked about Leland's analysis of development impediments from parking. He asked if there is a pure recommendation from the consultant. He asked about MURB bonding for parking facilities. He asked if shared parking was a possibility, as well as if there is a desired location for a current facility, and could that be done with any confidence. He asked what current parking utilization is. He asked about reduced parking requirements and its effect on affordability. DM Andrus asked about the goals of the comparable communities. She asked what ideal utilization would be. She asked about the future development and the impact of removing minimums, and are there examples of communities that have gone backwards. CR Mehl asked about changing the incentives years down. DM Andrus asked how confident staff feels that development will happen because of this change. Mayor Taylor clarified the on-street/off-street issue. He asked how developers calibrate needed parking with no minimums. He asked about areas of potential spillover. He asked if the City owned any land in this zone, and is there advantage to the City looking at acquisition. He asked about feasibility of a car- share. 07:41:39 PM (01:44:23) Public Comment Mayor Taylor opened public comment. 07:41:55 PM (01:44:39)Brian Caldwell, Public Comment Mr. Caldwell encouraged the Commission to keep an open mind about the urban form in more areas than just the N. 7th corridor. He also discussed parking development without acquiring public land. 07:45:18 PM (01:48:02)Susan Fraser, Public Comment Ms. Fraser encouraged no minimums to make N. 7th more attractive, and infill needs to be encouraged. 07:45:54 PM (01:48:38)David Kack,Public Comment Mr. Kack discussed future parking demands and compared it to downtown. Midtown should have flexibility for multi-use properties. 07:48:20 PM (01:51:04)Questions of Staff DM Andrus asked if 13-2M exists elsewhere in the city. CR Pomeroy asked if commercial/restaurant/retail uses are separated or can be mixed as businesses change. Page 4 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 CR Krauss asked how much time was left in the TIF. 07:52:03 PM (01:54:47) Recess Mayor Taylor called the meeting into recess until 8:00 PM. 08:00:42 PM (02:03:26)Call to Order Mayor Taylor called the meeting back to order at 8:00 PM. 08:01:04 PM (02:03:48) Discussion CR Mehl discussed the goals for the area and is committed to reassessing their decision tonight at a later point, and supports the blended rate. He prefers Option B with encouragement to build more. CR Krauss stated that the desired development hasn't happened yet, and time is of the essence. He would probably endorse Option C, but he prefers Option B, not A. CR Pomeroy discussed the way to increase infill is to reduce reliance on cars,and she supports Option B. She trusts developers to build necessary parking. DM Andrus does not favor Option B, and agrees with Option A, possibly Option C. Option A is not a do- nothing approach. Mayor Taylor stated he is looking 10 years out to decrease car usage and encourage alternate modes, as well as keeping the economy vibrant. He suggested experimenting with Option A. Interim City Manager Taylor discussed the timeline restrictions because of the TIF. Staff discussed the direction they heard leaving the conversation including maximums,when to revisit the standards, and timing for bringing any text amendments back before the Commission. 3. 08:24:10 PM (02:26:54) Resolution 4790, Adopting the 2017 Transportation Master Plan Update (Woolard) "1_4- 08:24:34 PM (02:27:18)Staff Presentation Rick Hixson, City Engineer, discussed the process of creating the final Transportation Master Plan Update, presented tonight for final adoption. He introduced Jeff Key with Robert Peccia and Associates. Mr. Key discussed the changes made since the April 17, 2017 introduction of the draft to the Commission, incorporating in the comments of the Commission. 08:33:33 PM (02:36:17)Questions of Staff CR Pomeroy asked about payment of infrastructure and its effect on the plan.She asked about eminent domain at intersections requiring construction. CR Krauss asked about the regional design ethic that would come into play when the City goes into the MPO and its potential to hinder Bozeman's progressive infrastructure. CR Mehl asked if the MPO decision was only made on the decennial census. He asked about MDT's involvement in the program. 08:44:55 PM (02:47:39) Public Comment There was no public comment. Page 5 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 08:45:18 PM (02:48:02)Motion to adopt Resolution 4790,adopting the 2017 Transportation Master Plan Update. Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion Commissioner-Chris Mehl: 2nd 08:45:24 PM (02:48:08) Discussion CR Krauss noted that MPOs are coming and the plan anticipates that. He discussed some details of the plan. He noted the aspirational nature of the plan and thanked those involved. CR Mehl stated the plan is high quality and appropriate. He fully agrees with the goals. DM Andrus supports the plan and stated the plan can be used to help guide growth areas. CR Pomeroy supports the plan and hopes it is well implemented. Mayor Taylor discussed the aspirational and organizational nature of the document. 08:57:01 PM (02:59:45) Vote to adopt Resolution 4790,adopting the 2017 Transportation Master Plan Update. 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 4. 08:57:18 PM (03:00:02) Appointment(s)to the Northeast Urban Renewal Board (Michalson) 08:57:22 PM (03:00:06)Motion to appoint Bobbi Clem to the business owner position with a term ending July 31,2017,John Usher to the at-large position with a term ending July 31,2020, Dalton Brink to the non-voting position ending July 31,2018, and Ethan Barlow to the non-voting position with a term ending July 31,2017,[to the Northeast Urban Renewal Board]. Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion Commissioner-Chris Mehl: 2nd 08:58:36 PM (03:01:20) Discussion Mayor Taylor discussed the switch of voting members, and why one board member was left off voting at this time. 08:59:09 PM (03:01:53) Vote to appoint Bobbi Clem to the business owner position with a term ending Page 6 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 July 31,2017,John Usher to the at-large position with a term ending July 31,2020, Dalton Brink to the non-voting position ending July 31,2018, and Ethan Barlow to the non-voting position with a term ending July 31,2017,[to the Northeast Urban Renewal Board]. The motion passed 5-0. Commissioner-I-Ho PomeroV: 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 PomeroV:Approve 5. 08:59:25 PM (03:02:09) Legislative Update (Andrus) a 08:59:29 PM (03:02:13) Commission Presentation DM Andrus noted this will be the last update of the session. She stated the local option tax was not passed, and a gas tax was passed.She publicly thanked all the representatives that supported the legislation, as well as the lobbyist. Mayor Taylor stated that the City should acknowledge the legislators that worked on the gas tax at some point in the future. G. 09:01:33 PM (03:04:17) FYI/Discussion 1. CR Mehl stated that he moved his Wednesday commitment so there is no longer an end time restraint. 2. Mayor Taylor stated that 6:30 is the start time for Wednesday's meeting. 3. CR Pomeroy stated the ICMA recruitment document provided was very helpful. H. 09:03:01 PM (03:05:45)Adjournment Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 9:03 PM. Carson Taylor Mayor B 02' , ATTEST: 4 r Vim. O•• ■ ■ • •qW * ■ ') — ■ = -Robin Crough y�L°. • ■ ■ ■ • . �S City Clerk �TrN Co. "" Page 7 of 8 Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes,May 1,2017 PREPARED BY: Robin Crough City Clerk Approved on: Page 8 of 8