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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, February 05,2018
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Present
DeputV MaVor-Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Present
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Present
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: Present
Staff Present at the Dais:City Manager(CM)Andrea Surratt, City Attorney(CA) Greg Sullivan,Assistant
City Manager(ACM)Chuck Winn, Finance Director(FD) Kristin Donald, Deputy City Clerk Brenda
Sweeney
A. 05:00:00 PM (00:01:36)Call to Order—EARLY START TIME-5:00 PM-Commission Room, City Hall,
121 North Rouse
Mayor Andrus called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
B. 05:00:09 PM (00:01:45) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 05:00:52 PM (00:02:28)Changes to the Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda.
D. 05:01:00 PM (00:02:36)Action Items I
1. 05:01:02 PM (00:02:38) Continued from January 29, 2018:Strategic Plan for the City of
Bozeman,Action Items for Vision Statements 1-6,All Contents of Vision Statement 7
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05:01:06 PM (00:02:42) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
05:01:19 PM (00:02:55)Ralph Zimmer,Public Comment
Mr.Zimmer is the chairperson of the Bozeman Area Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Committee. Mr.
Zimmer emphasized the need for properly addressing non-motorized travel as well as separated shared-
use paths.
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05:02:29 PM (00:04:05)4.2 Modifications or Additions
Mayor Andrus asked the Commission if there is anything they want to add or modify to the action items
in 4.2.She stated the last item changed was to move 4.2 g)which is "Identify Trail Connection Gaps"to
4.5.
DM Mehl asked for clarification from staff that 4.2 c), is ongoing.
ACM Winn confirmed there is nothing in the parking lot for 4.2.
05:04:40 PM (00:06:16)4.2 Continued
4.2 c)
DM Mehl asked to put 4.2 c), e),f)and g) in the parking lot.
Cr. Krauss asked to put 4.2 a) in the parking lot.
05:05:43 PM (00:07:19) Discussion
Mayor Andrus asked for clarification from staff whether the current process is still taking things out of
4.2 and putting them in the parking lot or putting them back into the strategic plan.
ACM Winn reviewed what had been put in the parking lot at this point.
Mayor Andrus requested to move on to 4.3 to take items out of the strategic plan and put them in the
parking lot if needed.
Cr.Cunningham stated his impression of where the process stands at 4.2.
DM Mehl asked what the written record states.
Deputy City Clerk Sweeney stated the last motion passed in last week's Commission meeting was to
move 4.2 g) into 4.5.
Mayor Andrus inquired whether everything has been taken out of all of strategy 4 and moved into the
parking lot and now items are being moved back in to the plan.
ACM Winn reviewed what is left in 4.3,4.4, and 4.5.
Mayor Andrus requested to move on to 4.3.
ACM Winn inquired how Mayor Andrus wants to handle the three items in 4.2 that were just requested
to go into the parking lot.
Mayor Andrus confirmed those items will be readdressed.
05:09:45 PM (00:11:21)4.3 Strategic Infrastructure Choices
DM Mehl suggested combining the a)'s under 4.2 and 4.3. He stated that 4.2 a) is about the triangle
growth plan, and 4.3 a) is about managing growth adjacent to the city and they are very similar.
05:11:03 PM (00:12:39)Motion to restore 4.3 a)to read"Manage Growth Adjacent to City(Donut).
Prioritize continuing to allocate resources to address growth in the greater(small g)Bozeman area
(small a)."
05:11:29 PM (00:13:05) Discussion
Cr. Mehl stated that if, how and where we grow outwardly is a big consideration for us at a tremendous
cost.
Cr.Cunningham had nothing to add.
Cr. Krauss will support it and talked about the triangle growth plan relative to growth toward Belgrade
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and Four Corners.
05:16:13 PM (00:17:49) Vote on the Motion to restore 4.3 a)to read"Manage Growth Adjacent to City
(Donut). Prioritize continuing to allocate resources to address growth in the greater(small g)Bozeman
area(small a)."The motion passed 5-0.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Manor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
05:16:27 PM (00:18:03) Discussion
Cr. Cunningham pointed out he put 4.3 f), Stormwater Control, in the parking lot only because he was
unsure whether it is ongoing.
CM Surratt confirmed Stormwater Control is an ongoing program.
Cr.Cunningham inquired whether 4.3 d), Implement the Water Resources Plan,would fall into the same
category.
CM Surratt confirmed it is a current and ongoing implementation.
Mayor Andrus asked ACM Winn to show what is in 4.3.
05:18:29 PM (00:20:05)Motion to restore 4.3 h), "Annexation of Islands and Critical Adjacent Lands."
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
05:18:42 PM (00:20:18) Discussion
Cr. Mehl pointed out annexation of islands has been a goal of the city for a long time and also talked
about safety,fairness and the reflection of our goal of a well-run city.
Cr. Cunningham pointed out the key words for him are "Investigate the development of new annexation
policies..." and would like to have the full benefit of the knowledge of options, policies and objectives.
Cr. Krauss will vote against it and sees it as slippery slope.
Mayor Andrus thinks the idea of investigating new annexation policies is something we should be
reviewing.
05:23:23 PM (00:24:59) Vote on the Motion to restore 4.3 h), "Annexation of Islands and Critical
Adjacent Lands."The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
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Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
05:23:35 PM (00:25:11)Motion to restore 4.3 j)from the parking lot to the plan and to read
"Encourage County-wide Local Gas Taxes."
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
05:27:50 PM (00:29:26) Discussion
Cr. Pomeroy talked about the amount of infrastructure to repair, and there is more revenue generated
with taxes,so that is one way we need to continue working with the County.
Cr. Krauss talked about the general rule of 70% of local option and sales taxes are paid by locals and the
amount of money being spent in Gallatin County by out-of-state tourists alone and how much of that is
highway fuel.
Cr. Mehl supports the intent and thinks it belongs in1.3 along with the rest of the legislative agenda.
Cr. Cunningham stated that in the goal of streamlining and simplifying, he believes it would fall under
"development and support of a legislative agenda".
Cr. Mehl clarified 1.3 talks about collaborating with public agencies whether it's the Legislature or the
Co u nty.
Mayor Andrus agrees and thinks this conversation has come up before and the County could do this at
any time, but they have not done it and we still have infrastructure needs.
Cr. Krauss commented that it sets up his "no"vote for a changed 1.3.
05:34:37 PM (00:36:13) Vote on the Motion to restore 4.3 j)from the parking lot to the plan and to
read"Encourage County-wide Local Gas Taxes."The motion failed 2-3.
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Disapprove
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Disapprove
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Disapprove
05:35:02 PM (00:36:38)4.4 Vibrant Downtown, Districts&Centers
Cr. Mehl asked what is currently in 4.4. He asked about 4.4 d) and noted f) and g) are missing.
Mayor Andrus confirmed there is an ongoing strategic parking plan specifically around the downtown
area and should be in the parking lot.
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05:37:54 PM (00:39:30)Motion to move 4.4 d), "Infrastructure for Non-motorized Transportation"into
the parking lot.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd
05:38:06 PM (00:39:42) Vote on the Motion to move 4.4 d), "Infrastructure for Non-motorized
Transportation"into the parking lot. The motion passed 5-0.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
05:38:18 PM (00:39:54) Discussion
Mayor Andrus stated that 4.4f),which is"Update the Downtown Plan"and 4.4 g),which is"NCOD"should
be in the"keep"category and currently the only items in 4.4.
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put 4.4 g), "NCOD" in the parking lot.She
Mayor Andrus stated what has been done is to move them into the parking lot and then voted to bring
them back. She indicated that "NCOD" can be moved to the parking lot but asked for further
recommendations to bring items from the parking lot back into 4.4.
05:39:50 PM (00:41:26)Motion to bring the"NCOD"back to 4.4.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
05:40:03 PM (00:41:39) Discussion
Cr. Mehl talked about what the NCOD covers and stated it will take a lot of finesse in doing because it
will combine the desire for infill and a vibrant downtown area with historic preservation.
Cr. Krauss stated there are number of reasons to do this and talked about the amount of debate over
the last year.
Cr. Pomeroy talked about her intention of putting the NCOD in the parking lot to make smaller goals.
Mayor Andrus stated the conservation overlay district is not something we are currently doing and were
going to wait until a historic preservation officer was in place to help with next steps with the NCOD.
Cr. Pomeroy clarified her understanding of the process is to make smaller goals to accomplish and then
if there is time left, bring items back to the parking lot.
Cr.Cunningham believes the NCOD and growth strategy discussions are important to have involving the
community. He is in support.
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Mayor Andrus is in support and thinks it is important to take steps in looking at the overlay district for
the benefit of the entire community.
05:47:41 PM (00:49:17) Vote on the Motion to bring the"NCOD"back to 4.4. The motion passed 5-0.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd
Mayor-CVnthia Andrus:Approve
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho PomeroV:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
05:48:10 PM (00:49:46)4.5 Housing and Transportation Choices
Cr.Cunningham put 4.5 a) in parking lot with the intent to make it more specific. He provided ACM
Winn with the proposed motion.
05:48:41 PM (00:50:17)Motion to change 4.5 a)to "Develop a comprehensive affordable housing
action plan that:1)mandates the creation of affordable housing across all dwelling unit types;2)
provides prescribed flexibility in the manner in which the mandate can be accomplished;3)provides a
meaningful and reliable source of funding for the construction of affordable housing and for
affordable housing loans;4)actively encourages Bozeman's major employers to develop workforce
housing programs for their employees.
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: Motion
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
05:49:27 PM (00:51:03) Discussion
Cr. Cunningham talked about the ripple effects affordable housing has in our community which require
a crisis action plan. He talked about the specificity of the motion which addresses intent about what the
commission expects to come back to them. He talked about flexibility in allowing development the
community to achieve those goals. He spoke about loan funds and work force housing.
Cr. Mehl talked about an affordable housing plan as a priority and the four major pillars of any option.
He outlined the pillars of raising money to provide it, offer other incentives, mandated requirement and
working with other employers to see if they can provide housing. He will support it based on the motion
encompassing those four pillars.
05:54:09 PM (00:55:45)Amendment to the Motion to change"meaningful"to "substantial"in number
3).
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
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05:54:32 PM (00:56:08) Discussion
Cr. Krauss spoke to the qualitative intent behind the change.
Cr. Cunningham appreciates the clarity and supports the change.
Cr. Pomeroy agrees with Cr.Cunningham and is in support.
05:55:19 PM (00:56:55) Vote on the Amendment to the Motion to change "meaningful"to
"substantial"in number 3). The amendment passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
05:55:30 PM (00:57:06)Amendment to the Amended Motion to insert a comma after"substantial"
and insert"broad-based..."
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: 2nd
05:55:54 PM (00:57:30) Discussion
Cr. Krauss does not believe the current language is broad based enough and is narrowly focused. He
used an example of a mill levy that falls under the tax cap that employers pay as well as commercial and
applies to everybody. He talked about everyone contributing to affordable housing.
Cr. Cunningham explained his support of the motion. He used the example of the Bend program that is
broad-based and requires a fee for any new construction. He does not see that as a qualifier that discounts
the Bend program.
05:59:06 PM (01:00:42) Vote on the Amendment to the Amended Motion to insert a comma after
"substantial"and insert"broad-based..."The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-CVnthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
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05:59:14 PM (01:00:50) Discussion
Cr. Krauss addressed the main motion and talked about vacancy rates on for-sale properties and for-rent
properties.
Mayor Andrus is wondering if it should state "develop a comprehensive affordable housing action plan
that includes, but is not limited to...".
06:03:00 PM (01:04:36)Amendment to the Main Motion to state"Develop a comprehensive
affordable housing action plan that includes,but is not limited to:...".
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
06:03:32 PM (01:05:08) Discussion
Cr. Mehl commented on this being an example of keeping strategic plan items short due to lists. He
supports the amendment and underlying motion.
06:03:55 PM (01:05:31) Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to state "Develop a
comprehensive affordable housing action plan that includes,but is not limited to:...". The amendment
to the main motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
MaVor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
06:04:41 PM (01:06:17) Vote on the Amended Motion to change 4.5 a)to "Develop a comprehensive
affordable housing action plan that includes,but is not limited to:1)mandates the creation of
affordable housing across all dwelling unit types;2)provides prescribed flexibility in the manner in
which the mandate can be accomplished;3)provides a substantial,broad-based and reliable source of
funding for the construction of affordable housing and for affordable housing loans;4)actively
encourages Bozeman's major employers to develop workforce housing programs for their
employees."The amended motion passed 5-0.
06:05:00 PM (01:06:36)Motion to reword 4.5 d)to"Plan and create safe interconnected bicycle,
sidewalk, and separated shared use path networks to encourage non-motorized travel by both
impaired and non-impaired individuals."
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
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06:05:54 PM (01:07:30) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham stated this is a recommendation from the Pedestrian Traffic and Safety(PTS)Committee,
and Cr. Cunningham believes this is where it should go.
Cr. Mehl opposes this amendment and thinks 4.2 g) along with 4.5 c) and 4.5 d)should be combined into
one simple statement of"enhanced non-motorized transportation"to make it broad.
Cr. Krauss will vote no as well, as he thinks it's important as a strategy to paint shared lane markings and
strategic crosswalks for cyclists.
Mayor Andrus will oppose the motion based on the way that it is too narrowly structured and hopes it
will resurface.
06:10:17 PM (01:11:53) Vote on the Motion to reword 4.5 d)to "Plan and create safe interconnected
bicycle,sidewalk,and separated shared use path networks to encourage non-motorized travel by both
impaired and non-impaired individuals."The motion failed 1-4.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Disapprove
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Disapprove
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
06:10:29 PM (01:12:05)Motion to combine items 4.2 g)with 4.5 c)and 4.5 d)into one statement that
says"Enhanced non-motorized transportation."
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: 2nd
06:10:52 PM (01:12:28) Discussion
Cr. Mehl talked about the recent discussion relative to combining TOPs money with a possible 50/50
match from Public Works.
Mayor Andrus supports the motion, but to be clear that it does include 4.2 g),4.5 c), and 4.5 d)as well as
the intent in which Cr. Cunningham offered additional language.
Cr. Krauss talked about the money spent over the years fixing the old part of town's corners, and none
were ADA compliant.
Cr. Cunningham is concerned about the non-specificity and recognizing that our strategies should be
measurable.
06:17:20 PM (01:18:56) Vote on the Motion to combine items 4.2 g)with 4.5 c)and 4.5 d)into one
statement that says"Enhanced non-motorized transportation."The motion passed 3-2.
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Deputy MaVor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-CVnthia Andrus:Approve
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
06:17:42 PM (01:19:18) Recess
Mayor Andrus closed this portion of the Strategic Plan Review and called the meeting into a five-minute
recess.
06:23:24 PM (01:25:00)Call to Order
Mayor Andrus called the meeting back to order at 6:23 PM.
E. 06:23:34 PM (01:25:10) FYI
• Cr. Cunningham talked about some requests made to the Montana Department of
Transportation (MDT) by the Midtown Urban Renewal Board (MURB). He informed the
Commission that the MDT denied their requests.
• CM Surratt informed the Commission that at a meeting hosted in Helena last week by the
Montana League of Cities,she and Community Development Director Marty Matsen, attended a
meeting with the MDT specifically regarding the Seventh Avenue project.She reported that they
have accepted an invitation to come to Bozeman to spend time with staff,take a tour of the
project and hold discussions.
• Cr. Krauss requested that on Monday nights,when the Commission is considering vacancies for
citizen advisory boards,that they have all the applicants. He suggested an additional document
at the dais at the last minute on a Monday night.
• Mayor Andrus announced that the City of Bozeman was selected among 45 submissions from
across the country to participate in National League of Cities Leadership in Community
Resilience Program. She talked about what is included in the program.
• Mayor Andrus presented an update of what is tentatively on next week's City Commission
meeting agenda.
06:28:46 PM (01:30:22) Disclosures
• Cr. Cunningham disclosed that he is a member of the church that is within 600 yards of the
establishment that started the process in Action Item#4.
• Cr. Mehl stated that with regard to the Bridger Vale agenda item, he is a member of the
Bozeman Sunrise Rotary Club and volunteers at the adjacent park area to the property.
• Cr. Pomeroy stated she is also a member of the Bozeman Sunrise Rotary Club.
F. 06:30:24 PM (01:32:00)Consent
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1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services(LaMeres) 3
2. Approve a Beer and Wine License for 400 Bozeman Beverage, LLC of Bozeman, Montana to
Sell Beer and Wine at 10 West Main Street(the Rialto)for Calendar Year 2018(Maas) . -j!
3. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Memorandum of Agreement, Public Use Easement,
Escrow Instructions,Buyer's Instructions,and Closing Statements with Gallatin Center Limited
Partnership for Right-of-Way Acquisition for Construction of Improvements to Baxter Lane,
Parcel 10(Hixson) -a
4. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Memorandum of Easement Agreement, Public Use
Easements, and Temporary Construction Easements with George E. Westlake and D.K.
Martinen, LLC for the 5th Avenue Multi-Use Path (Fine) a
5. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Professional Services Agreement with Morrison-Maierle,
Inc.for Electrical Engineering Associated with Radar Speed Detection Signs on the South Tracy
Reconstruction Project(Gamradt) - a
6. Resolution 4884, Intent to Create a Special Improvement Lighting District Number 743 for the
South University District(Clark/Maliske) .:_~ G
06:30:30 PM (01:32:06)City Manager Overview
CM Surratt provided a brief over of Consent Items 1-6.
06:32:53 PM (01:34:29) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment on Consent Items 1-6.There was no public comment.
06:33:03 PM (01:34:39) Discussion
Cr. Krauss asked about Consent Item#4 with regard to a shared-use path in the right of way on 51n
Avenue.
06:34:40 PM (01:36:16)Motion and Vote to approve Consent►tems 1-6 as submitted. The motion
passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
G. 06:35:00 PM (01:36:36)Consent II: Items Acted Upon Without Prior Unanimous Vote
1. 06:35:02 PM (01:36:38) Ordinance 1983 Final Adoption,the 2017 Kirk Park Zone Map
Amendment to Rezone Approximately 12.335 Acres/537,304 Square Feet of an Existing Lot
from R-2, Residential Medium Density to PLI, Public Lands and Institutions, and to Zone
Approximately 1.198 Acres/52,202 Square Feet B-2, Community Business to Match the
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Existing Zoning to the Property Boundary, Generally Located Southeast of the Intersection of
West Beall Street and North 20th Avenue,Application 17442(Pope) 011,4.
06:35:26 PM (01:37:02) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:35:36 PM (01:37:12)Motion to finally adopt Ordinance 1983, the 2017 Kirk Park Zone Map
Amendment.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
06:35:51 PM (01:37:27) Discussion
Cr. Krauss explained why he voted no. He does not think it's necessary to zone the other property to PLI.
06:36:37 PM (01:38:13) Vote on the Motion to finally adopt Ordinance 1983, the 2017 Kirk Park Zone
Map Amendment. The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
06:36:47 PM (01:38:23)Agenda Item D
Mayor Andrus backtracked to Agenda Item D. CM Surratt announced that the Commission worked on
the Strategic Plan from 5:00 PM to just after 6:00 PM and will continue that item later in the agenda.
H. 06:37:22 PM (01:38:58) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
06:37:55 PM (01:39:31)Brian Caldwell,Public Comment
Mr. Caldwell spoke in regard to an upcoming action item addressing the separation distance for beer
and wine licenses for Bozeman. He spoke about the original ordinance written and the types.
I. 06:40:42 PM (01:42:18)Action Items II
1. 06:40:45 PM (01:42:21)Continue the Unified Development Code (UDC Update) "Pile B"Text
Amendments from February 5, 2018 to February 12, 2018(Rogers) : ".a
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06:40:57 PM (01:42:33) Discussion
CM Surratt explained the reason for the continued action item is because there was no quorum at the
Zoning Commission for this item to come before the Commission tonight.The Zoning Commission will
meet this week and take action,then the item will come back to the Commission next week.
06:41:31 PM (01:43:07) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:41:39 PM (01:43:15)Motion to continue the UDC Update Pile 8 text amendments application from
February 5,2018 to February 12,2018.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner-1-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
06:41:58 PM (01:43:34) Discussion
Cr. Cunningham supports the motion.
Cr. Mehl pointed out the meeting will be at 6:00 PM tomorrow,Tuesday, February 61h in the
Commission Room and on television. He talked about a request from HRDC regarding transitional
housing relative to not having a quorum.
06:42:28 PM (01:44:04) Vote on the Motion to continue the UDC Update Pile 8 text amendments
application from February 5,2018 to February 12,2018. The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
2. 06:42:39 PM (01:44:15) Resolution 4874, Creation of Special Improvement Lighting District
Number 738 for Saccoccia Minor Sub (Donald) !;
06:42:55 PM (01:44:31)Staff Presentation
Finance Director Kristin Donald presented the fixtures to be installed, a map of the proposed district and
lighting assessments.She pointed out there only three lots in the lighting district, and no written
protests have been received.
06:43:52 PM (01:45:28)Questions of Staff
Cr. Krauss asked how the process works and whether Public Works has a role in the design.
06:47:00 PM (01:48:36) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
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06:47:07 PM (01:48:43)Motion to adopt Resolution 4874, Creation of Special Improvement Lighting
District Number 738 for Saccoccia Minor Sub.
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
06:47:34 PM (01:49:10) Discussion
Cr. Pomeroy commented we have been doing this for our communities and is a good thing,so she will
support the motion.
Cr. Krauss pointed out that this is how lighting districts are paid.
06:48:11 PM (01:49:47) Vote on the Motion to adopt Resolution 4874, Creation of Special
Improvement Lighting District Number 738 for Saccoccia Minor Sub. The motion passed 5-0.
3. 06:48:25 PM (01:50:01) Bridger Vale Zone Map Amendment and Annexation, Requesting
Annexation of 6.49 Acres and Amendment of the City Zoning Map for the Establishment of a
Zoning Designation of REMU "Residential Emphasis Mixed Use" and PLI "Parks, Open Space
and Recreational Land," Located at 806 Manley Road, Bozeman, MT,Application 17230
(Saunders) . a
06:48:54 PM (01:50:30)Staff Presentation
Community Development Director Chris Saunders presented the Bridger Vale Zone Map Amendment
and Annexation and explained what has happened previously. He pointed out action taken tonight will
take that into consideration. Mr. Saunders presented the map of the property and future land use
designation. He talked about the proposal,which contains two different zoning districts. He talked about
the zoning criteria of evaluation. He talked about the action to reconsider after the motion was rejected
by the Commission on October 23, 2017.The staff has found no barriers to approval.Staff identified
issues as well as resolutions to those issues. He presented recommended annexation motions.
06:57:24 PM (01:59:00)Questions of Staff
Cr. Krauss asked whether Manley Road is paved. He asked about industrial property.
Cr. Mehl asked about the unresolved issue and whether the Planning Department has figured out timing
of completion of the annexation agreement. He asked about timing.
Cr. Pomeroy asked about the City can enforce the developer to disclose information to the buyers.
Cr. Krauss asked about improvements to Manley Road at the intersection with Griffin Drive and the
reason for delay. He further asked about zoning this as residential. He asked CA Sullivan for clarification.
Mayor Andrus asked CA Sullivan about obligations regardless of what happens to the adjacent property.
07:11:00 PM (02:12:36) Presentation of Applicant
The applicant, C&H Engineering, presented the Bridger Vale project. He talked about the East Gallatin
Landfill and the monitoring by the DEQ. He talked about institutional controls and a kiosk that will be on
the site for the public to see. He talked about physical controls and type of construction. He talked
about infrastructure.
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07:18:22 PM (02:19:58)Questions of Applicant
DM Mehl asked whether the applicant has seen the staff report and whether he has any problems with
it. He asked about time frame and what the applicant has in mind for final approval.
Cr. Pomeroy asked about full disclosure of the area and how the applicant addresses the method to
potential buyers.
07:22:12 PM (02:23:48) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
07:22:35 PM (02:24:11)Clarification from Staff
Development and Review Engineer Sean Coates clarified questions on Manley Road as well as the
intersection at Manley and Griffin. He indicated requirements for level of service for the intersection
have been met and are no longer a hindrance to the development.
07:23:21 PM (02:24:57) Discussion
CA Sullivan asked staff about concurrent review of annexation zoning and then the development review
of a subdivision. He talked about the applicant wanting to know whether the Commission will annex,
zoning requirements and then whether the proposed development will be approved and what
conditions will be prior to signing the annexation agreement.Staff replied in detail.
Cr. Krauss asked how many times we have done an annexation this way. He asked whether we have
satisfied the requirements for the waiver.
Mayor Andrus asked staff whether there are any unintended consequences or issues they can identify in
terms of waiting 270 days that may not be identified at this point.
07:30:48 PM (02:32:24)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 17230 and move to approve the Bridger Vale Annexation with
recommended terms of annexation, and direct staff to prepare an annexation agreement for
signature by the parties.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
07:31:44 PM (02:33:20) Discussion
Cr. Krauss will oppose his motion.
DM Mehl will be supporting it. He pointed out what CA Sullivan testified to and that he is satisfied and
agrees with the conditions in place.
Cr.Cunningham agrees with the findings of the staff report and believes this property meets most of the
criteria when making annexing decisions.
Cr. Pomeroy thinks this is a very good project. She will support the motion.
Mayor Andrus will support this motion.She believes it improves access and additional housing.
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07:38:58 PM (02:40:34) Vote on the 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 17230 and move to approve the Bridger Vale Annexation
with recommended terms of annexation, and direct staff to prepare an annexation agreement for
signature by the parties. The motion passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
_Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy MaVor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
07:39:09 PM (02:40:45)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 17230 and move to approve the REMU/PLI Zone Map Amendment, with
contingencies required to complete the application processing.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
07:39:37 PM (02:41:13) Discussion
Cr. Krauss will not support this motion either. He does not agree with the findings.
Cr. Mehl will support the motion and agrees with the findings.
Cr.Cunningham will support the zone map amendment and agrees with the findings in the staff report.
Cr. Pomeroy supports the motion and thanked the applicant for their willingness to be honest to buyers.
Cr. Krauss addressed the engineer who stressed we should be concerned about Glenn Lake relative to
swimming.
DM Mehl is open to the nine months so we don't have to do it later.
Mayor Andrus concurred.
07:45:35 PM (02:47:11) Vote on the 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 17230 and move to approve the REMU/PLI Zone Map
Amendment, with contingencies required to complete the application processing. The motion passed
4-1.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-CVnthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham:Approve
4. 07:45:52 PM (02:47:28) Policy Direction on Alcohol Licenses for Beer with Wine
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Amendments in the 132M and B3 Zones (Surratt) }to
07:46:14 PM (02:47:50)Staff Presentation
CM Surratt explained this item came to the Commission through public comment. It was then translated
into a direction for the CM and staff.She talked about the research conducted by staff and has some
guidance for the City Commission.She talked about safety issues put in place.
07:52:41 PM (02:54:17)Questions of Staff
Cr. Mehl asked what happened in Chapter 38, as the new motion is only amending Chapter 4.
Cr. Krauss asked that if CM Surratt is directed to develop a UDC zoning text amendment,whether that
alters Chapter 38.
Cr. Mehl asked if there is an alternative to a CUP. He referenced a more streamlined approach coming at
the end of March and asked whether an SUP would be more appropriate.
Cr.Cunningham asked CA Sullivan that if a synagogue, church or school had an objection to a specific
situation whether they would be given the opportunity to comment through the CUP process.
07:55:20 PM (02:56:56) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
07:55:31 PM (02:57:07)Jecyn Bremer,Public Comment
Ms. Bremer spoke on behalf of the Downtowner Group, LLC who are the owners of the Downtowner
Building and talked about family's requests for an ordinance.
07:57:30 PM (02:59:06)Jim Harris,Public Comment
Mr. Harris owns Bozeman Spirits Distillery and partly owns White Dog Brewery. He spoke of his support
for the direction of the alcohol licenses.
07:59:14 PM (03:00:50) Discussion
CM Surratt provided clarification of the timeline of the adoption process which includes amending the
code and bringing it back to the City Commission in the first or second week in April.
Cr. Krauss asked about the rule of within 600 feet of a school and how"a school" is defined.
08:02:08 PM (03:03:44)Motion to direct the City Manager to develop a UDC zoning text amendment
and amendments to Chapter 4 of the Bozeman Municipal Code to authorize restaurants holding a
State issued Beer with Wine Amendment alcohol license in the B3 and the B210 districts to locate
within 600 feet of a school, church,synagogue,or other place of worship.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
08:02:32 PM (03:04:08) Discussion
DM Mehl talked about a comment received from a church with no objection as well as the
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entertainment sections of the City and the length of time alcohol has been served.
Cr.Cunningham commented that we have a responsibility to our community to review restrictions in
place and determine whether they are out-voted or if there could be exceptions.
Cr. Pomeroy will support the motion based on the amount of competition among restaurant businesses.
Cr. Krauss talked about the issue of distance and proximity to churches and downtown being an
entertainment area as well as schools and the 600 foot rule.
Mayor Andrus will be supporting this and talked about changing times since this was first initiated.
Cr. Krauss stated he is uncomfortable with setting up unintended consequences that are unfair to one
building and prejudicial to one street.
08:14:06 PM (03:15:42) Vote on the Motion to direct the City Manager to develop a UDC zoning text
amendment and amendments to Chapter 4 of the Bozeman Municipal Code to authorize restaurants
holding a State issued Beer with Wine Amendment alcohol license in the B3 and the B2M districts to
locate within 600 feet of a school, church,synagogue, or other place of worship. The motion passed 5-
0.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
5. 08:14:28 PM (03:16:04)Appointment(s)to the City Planning Board (Sweeney) C-
08:14:46 PM (03:16:22)Motion to appoint Henry Happel,Lauren Waterton, Paul Spitler and Jennifer
Madgic to the City Planning Board to Mayoral Appointment positions expiring on January 31,2020.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:14:58 PM (03:16:34) Vote on the Motion to appoint Henry Happel, Lauren Waterton, Paul Spitler
and Jennifer Madgic to the City Planning Board to Mayoral Appointment positions expiring on January
31,2020. The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy MaVor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho PomeroV:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
6. 08:15:08 PM (03:16:44)Appointment(s)to the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board
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08:15:18 PM (03:16:54)Motion to appoint Lila Fleishman,Rachel Rockafellow and Candace Mastel to
At-Large Voting positions with terms expiring on December 31,2019 and Elise Cranmer to the MSU
Student Representative position with a term expiring on December 31,2019 to the Bozeman Area
Bicycle Advisory Board.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:16:21 PM (03:17:57) Vote on the Motion to appoint Lila Fleishman, Rachel Rockafellow and
Candace Mastel to At-Large Voting positions with terms expiring on December 31,2019 and Elise
Cranmer to the MSU Student Representative position with a term expiring on December 31,2019 to
the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board. The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham:Approve
08:16:34 PM (03:18:10) Recess
Mayor Andrus called the Commission into recess until 8:25 PM.
08:25:42 PM (03:27:18) Call to Order
Mayor Andrus called the meeting back to order at 8:25 PM.
7. 08:25:47 PM (03:27:23)Continued from January 29, 2018:Strategic Plan for the City of
Bozeman,Action Items for Vision Statements 1-6,All Contents of Vision Statement 7
(Surratt) .a
08:26:38 PM (03:28:14)5.A Creative, Learning Culture
5.1
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put a)and b) in parking lot.
5.2
Cr. Krauss asked to put c) in the parking lot.
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put a), b), and d) in the parking lot.
5.3
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put a)and b) in the parking lot.
08:30:04 PM (03:31:40)Questions of Staff
Cr. Mehl asked about the status of the Library Expansion Planning in terms of whether it is ongoing.
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Library Director Susan Gregory responded in detail.
08:34:11 PM (03:35:47)Motion to restore 5.1 b)but shorten it to say"Library Expansion Planning.
Ensure library services and facilities meet the demands of the City."
Deputy MaVor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
08:34:28 PM (03:36:04) Discussion
DM Mehl commented he made the motion for flexibility of the staff because it will take up library staff
time and the foundation will only pay for so much.
Cr.Cunningham stated his reason for seconding is he doesn't want to hamstring the planning process by
identifying specific things that might be interpreted as a mandate.
CM Surratt stated that if the Commission makes the modifications and a broader goal in the Strategic
Plan,staff can properly assess the library needs in the future.
08:36:29 PM (03:38:05) Vote on the Motion to restore 5.1 b)but shorten it to say"Library Expansion
Planning. Ensure library services and facilities meet the demands of the City."The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-1-Ho PomeroV: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
08:36:44 PM (03:38:20) Discussion
Mayor Andrus commented on 5.3 a)and believes it is important as we review the Strategic Plan that in
years to come she hopes we will be able to have an art and culture plan in the community.
Cr. Pomeroy commented she understands importance of culture but wanted to put it in the parking lot
because a lot of Bozeman citizens are motivated to participate.
Cr. Krauss talked about 5.2 relative to documenting new and existing public art and creating arterial
map but questions who would do that. He think it's worth exploring potentially with a partner.
08:40:35 PM (03:42:11)Motion to combine b)and d)and say"Document New and Existing Public Art
and create and arterial map."
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:40:47 PM (03:42:23) Discussion
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DM Mehl commented that because we do not have partner,this could take a while.
Cr. Krauss confirmed it is not yet an item of focus.
Mayor Andrus talked about an organization that does public art archives,and they just need to know
where the public art is located and they will help with archiving and mapping.
08:41:43 PM (03:43:19) Vote on the Motion to combine b)and d)and say"Document New and Existing
Public Art and Create an Arterial Map."The motion passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mavor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
08:42:04 PM (03:43:40) Passing of the Gavel
Mayor Andrus passed the gavel to Deputy Mayor Mehl.
08:42:10 PM (03:43:46)Motion to bring back the municipal percent for art.
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Motion
08:42:25 PM (03:44:01) The motion dies for lack of a second.
08:42:32 PM (03:44:08) Discussion
Cr. Krauss talked about lack of music venues being a planning issue.
Cr. Mehl would be interested to discuss it but seems like a long-term project.
08:44:38 PM (03:46:14)Motion to create another letter that says "Plan for an Outdoor Music Venue."
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:44:56 PM (03:46:32) Discussion
Cr. Krauss explained he does not want to hire anyone to write a plan but wants to put it in the minds of
the Planning Department.
DM Mehl would support exploring the idea instead of planning. He thinks this is a five-year item.
08:46:22 PM (03:47:58)Amendment to the Motion to change "Plan"to "Explore".
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
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Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd
08:47:32 PM (03:49:08) Discussion
DM Mehl feels this is long-term at best and is willing to look into it.
Cr. Krauss thinks it can happen and knows of possibilities being explored currently.
Mayor Andrus asked what he sees as the role of the City in exploring these options relative to who and
what we are doing.
Cr. Krauss stated the strategy should be to be prepared to support an outdoor music venue and for the
private sector to act.
Mayor Andrus asked whether we are not already prepared for the private sector to come to us with a
project.
Cr. Krauss commented about the amount of people in the community talking about it and still driving out
of town for venues.
08:53:12 PM (03:54:48) Vote on the Amendment to the Motion to change"Plan"to "Explore". The
motion passed 5-0.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
08:53:47 PM (03:55:23) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham is struggling with the assignment and what that person is responsible for, but he
support it.
08:54:29 PM (03:56:05) Vote on the Amended Motion to create another letter that says "Explore an
Outdoor Music Venue."The motion passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Disapprove
Deputy MaVor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham:Approve
08:55:10 PM (03:56:46) 5.3 Partnerships for Education and Learning
5.3 b)
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08:55:18 PM (03:56:54)Questions of Staff
Cr. Mehl asked staff how 5.3 b) is different than 1.3 and 2.3 and what the goal is of 5.3 b).
08:56:25 PM (03:58:01)Motion to restore 5.3 b) "Strategic Educational and Art Partnerships. Develop
and strengthen partnerships with the School District and Montana State University to further the
arts."
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
08:57:15 PM (03:58:51) Discussion
DM Mehl thinks this is a long-term goal of partners in the arts.
Cr.Cunningham is intrigued by the section in red that focuses on building a solid foundation for economic
job foundation and workforce success.
08:59:32 PM (04:01:08) Vote on the Motion to restore 5.3 b) "Strategic Educational and Art
Partnerships.Develop and strengthen partnerships with the School District and Montana State
University to further the arts."The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:00:03 PM (04:01:39) 6.Sustainable Environment
6.1
09:00:21 PM (04:01:57)Questions of Staff
DM Mehl asked about prioritizing water conservation and continuing due to the aggressive plan for it.
Cr. Krauss pointed out studies have been done in conjunction with the Water Quality District but
questioned whether projects have been done.
Cr. Pomeroy asked about 6.1 b), "Develop Wastewater Quality Standards" and if we don't already work
with the DEQ and EPA.
09:10:22 PM (04:11:58) 6.1 Continued
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put 6.1 a) and b) in the parking lot.
6.2
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09:10:45 PM (04:12:21)Questions of Staff
DM Mehl asked staff about whether local air quality is being sampled.
Cr. Krauss clarified his understanding is to contact the state with the help of the Health Department and
try to put a monitoring program in place.
09:16:38 PM (04:18:14) 6.2 Continued
DM Mehl asked to put 6.2 a) in the parking lot.
6.3
Cr. Cunningham asked to put 6.3 c) in the parking lot
09:17:11 PM (04:18:47)Questions of Staff
Cr.Cunningham asked staff to identify a), b), d),and e) relative to which of those are ongoing.
09:19:01 PM (04:20:37) 6.3 Continued
Cr. Cunningham asked to put 6.3 d) in the parking lot.
09:19:21 PM (04:20:57)Questions of Staff
Cr. Pomeroy asked Ms. Meyer to explain more about 6.3 e).She further asked if b), c)and d are
ongoing.
09:21:41 PM (04:23:17)6.3 Continued
Cr. Pomeroy asked to put 6.3 b) in the parking lot.
DM Mehl asked to put 6.3 e) in the parking lot.
6.4
DM Mehl asked to put 6.4 in the parking lot.
6.5
DM Mehl asked to put a)and b) in the parking lot.
09:25:59 PM (04:27:35)6.1 Modifications or Additions
Mayor Andrus hopes the idea of preserving our water rights is being thought about when talking about
watershed management.
DM Mehl confirmed it is still explicitly in the plan.
09:27:12 PM (04:28:48)6.2 Modifications or Additions
09:27:30 PM (04:29:06)Motion to apply for state funding for a study to monitor air quality.
Commissioner-TerrV Cunningham: Motion
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
09:27:47 PM (04:29:23) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham talked about the goal of getting to an action item identified as something that will then
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inform other plans but to apply it first and recognize what the use would be.
DM Mehl agrees with the intent but hopes staff understands if we don't get the grant we will look for
other ways to pursue this.
Mayor Andrus agrees with DM Mehl but feels we should at least make an ask and provide some sort of
funding for air quality data.
09:29:03 PM (04:30:39) Vote on the Motion to apply for state funding for a study to monitor air
quality. The motion passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Deputy Mavor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Manor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Manor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-1-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:29:20 PM (04:30:56) Modifications or Additions
DM Mehl suggested reorganizing this section to update the Climate Action Plan.
09:31:09 PM (04:32:45)Motion to bring 6.3 c)back to the strategic plan.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Deputy Manor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
09:31:31 PM (04:33:07) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham talked about the document he presented in last week's meeting regarding expanding
Bozeman's recycling program which he thinks would be a good way of implementing c).
DM Mehl agrees with wording of 6.3 c) and supports bringing it back.
Cr. Krauss talked about increasing solid waste recycling services at a time when recycling will get more
expensive.
Mayor Andrus supports this and thinks it's worth keeping in the plan.
09:36:47 PM (04:38:23) Vote on the Motion to bring 6.3 c)back to the strategic plan. The motion
passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mavor-Cvnthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Manor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
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Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:38:05 PM (04:39:41)Motion to bring 6.3 e)back into the Climate Action Plan.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
09:38:24 PM (04:40:00) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham stated we've made a significant investment with Northwestern Energy and have yet to
pull actionable data out of that plan and there is work to be done to do that.
Cr. Krauss is in agreement.
DM Mehl stated Cr. Cunningham moved to put in an item that already exists which is fully covered by
6.3 a). He will be voting no.
Mayor Andrus agrees that it may not belong in the climate plan but without solar panels there is
nothing else to follow up on without the data.
Cr. Cunningham clarified he meant to move it into 6.3 and keep it as a separate item.
Cr. Krauss thinks it's important that there is a strategy for our support for solar and how it integrates
into the utility itself for wise policy making.
DM Mehl stated that we have reinforced that so far in our infill strategies, renovation or separated
paths and seems redundant.
09:43:47 PM (04:45:23) Vote on the Motion to bring 6.3 e)back into the Climate Action Plan. The
motion passed 4-1.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Disapprove
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:44:12 PM (04:45:48) 6.4 Modifications or Additions
DM Mehl commented it seems this should be in 6.3 or move into our natural disaster planning response
section. He prefers to leave it in the parking lot.
Mayor Andrus thinks it needs to come back in a bigger context with regard to resiliency and adaptation.
09:46:34 PM (04:48:10) 6.5 Modifications or Additions
09:47:01 PM (04:48:37)Motion to restore 6.5 a).
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
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Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
09:47:11 PM (04:48:47) Discussion
DM Mehl think parks is a significant investment, not ongoing,and the plan needs to be updated.
Cr. Cunningham concurs it's an important strategic planning tool which Recreation & Parks uses and will
help us in other areas identified as well.
Mayor Andrus stated the time has come to update it as part of the strategic plan.
09:50:08 PM (04:51:44) Vote on the Motion to restore 6.5 a). The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:50:32 PM (04:52:08)7.0 A High Performance Organization
Mayor Andrus outlined her strategy for 7.0 of reviewing the bigger vision and then talk about each
strategy before looking at any actions.
09:54:09 PM (04:55:45) Meeting Extended
Mayor Andrus continued the Commission meeting to 10:15.
09:55:03 PM (04:56:39) Discussion
Cr. Krauss talked about accountability to the public and in the organization over the last 14 years.
09:56:40 PM (04:58:16)7.0 Continued
7.1
09:57:31 PM (04:59:07)Motion to accept the black text.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
09:57:43 PM (04:59:19) Discussion
DM Mehl stated the black text sums up the idea that we have to start with the value of transparency and
honesty and is satisfied in terms of the text.
Cr.Cunningham could go either way with black or red edits.
Cr. Krauss will vote no and thinks the red adds performance innovation.
DM Mehl agrees but is trying to break it in several parts.
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Mayor Andrus likes the text in black and supports 7.1 the way it's been written.
10:00:44 PM (05:02:20) Vote on the Motion to accept the black text. The motion passed. 3-2.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
J. 10:03:10 PM (05:04:46) FYI/Discussion
• Mayor Andrus stated the strategic plan discussion will continue at 7.2 and asked for preferences
on when to continue the review.
• DM Mehl stated on Thursday morning at 7:00,the City-County Board of Health will be briefing
on the Idaho Poll.
• DM Mehl noted a copy of a letter received by the Commission signed by the police chief,sheriff,
and various volunteer fire departments, plus ambulance service, regarding their support of
lowering the speed limit.
• DM Mehl announced the Zoning Commission meeting at 6:00 pm tomorrow and the City
Planning Board at 7:00 pm and reviewed their agendas.
K. 10:09:08 PM (05:10:44)Adjournment
Mayor Andrus adjourned the meeting at 10:09 PM.
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PREPARED BY:
Brenda Sweeney
Deputy City Clerk
Approved on: M8jq 57
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