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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday,September 16,2019
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus: Present
DeputV Mayor-Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Present
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Present
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Present
Staff Present at the Dais:City Manager(CM)Andrea Surratt, City Attorney(CA) Greg Sullivan, City Clerk
Robin Crough
A. 05:59:56 PM (00:03:51)Call to Order—6:00 PM-Commission Room,City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Andrus called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B. 06:00:08 PM (00:04:03) Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 06:00:58 PM (00:04:53)Changes to the Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda.
D. 06:01:03 PM (00:04:58) FYI
• DM Mehl noted a Planning Board meeting tomorrow to discuss the Community Plan.The
Young Professionals Group will meet on Wednesday to discuss Sustainability.
• Cr. Cunningham noted he is speaking at the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
E. 06:02:19 PM (00:06:14)Commission Disclosures
• Cr. Pomeroy stated she spoke to Cr. Cunningham regarding Action Item 7 today.
• DM Mehl answered process questions about zone map amendments.
F. 06:03:17 PM (00:07:12)Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims for Goods and Services (LaMeres)7,4z'
2. Authorize the Mayor to Sign the Parklands at Village Downtown Preliminary Plat Findings of
Fact and Order,Application 19135 (Quasi-Judicial) (Saunders) *a
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3. Authorize the Mayor to Sign Amendment A to the Business Assistance Agreement and
Amendment A to the Management Plan with the Montana Department of Commerce for the
Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund, Grant MT-BSTF-1-19-12 with MeatEater, Inc.
(Fontenot) :,P
4. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Notice of Award to M&T Underground, Inc. for the
Lamme Street Fiber Conduit, and Final Contract Documents Once Received (Fine)1'a
5. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Joint Funding Agreement with the United States
Geological Survey (USGS) for the Continued Operation of the Real-Time Streamflow Gaging
Station on the East Gallatin River(Heaston) ': . _
6. Authorize the City Manager to Sign an Infrastructure Design Purchase Agreement with Allied
Engineering Services, Inc. for Preliminary Design Work for the Manley Road Improvements
Project(Gamradt)7L!;
7. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Professional Services Agreement with Clanton and
Associates for a Street Lighting Evaluation (Gamradt) :'a
8. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Professional Services Agreement with Greater Gallatin
Contractors, Inc.for Maintenance at Story Mill Community Park(Jadin) °i:.: a
9. Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Professional Services Master Task Order Agreement with
DOWL, LLC to Complete On-Call Planning, Engineering, and Construction Oversight Services
for a Variety of Stormwater Division Infrastructure Projects (Mehrens)7_a
10. Authorize the City Manager to Sign Amendment Number 5 with Robert Peccia and Associates
for the Baxter Davis Intersection Improvements Project(Murray) !.'o
11. Authorize the City Manager to Sign Amendment Number 10 with Morrison-Maierle, Inc. for
the North 7th Avenue Lighting and Sidewalk Project(Fine)
12. Resolution 4999,Authorizing an Interfund Loan and City Warrants in Connection with Special
Improvement District(SID) Number 750 for Financing Costs for Local Improvements to North
Tracy Avenue(Donald) ._,O
13. Resolution 5044, Authorizing, Ratifying, and Confirming the Sale of Warrants in Connection
with Special Improvement District (SID) Number 745 for Local Improvements to West Oak
Street and North Ferguson Avenue(Donald)
14. Resolution 5093,Vacating a Decision to Create a Park and Trail Special District by Resolution
and Protest and Instead Request the City Manager Call for a Referendum on Creation to be
Held in 2020(Overton) ':0
15. Resolution 5094,Setting the Fair Market Value of Land per Square Foot for Calculating Cash-
in-lieu of Parkland Dedication (Jadin) a
16. Resolution 5101, Authorizing the Mayor to Sign Change Order Number 1 with Knife River-
Belgrade for the Cottonwood Road from Babcock Street to Durston Road Project(Murray)
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06:03:23 PM (00:07:18)City Manager Overview
CM Surratt presented the highlights of the consent agenda.
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06:05:09 PM (00:09:04) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:05:24 PM (00:09:19)Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items 1-16 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. 06:05:41 PM (00:09:36) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
H. 06:06:50 PM (00:10:45)Action Items
1. 06:06:53 PM (00:10:48) Resolution 5089, Creation of Special Improvement Lighting District
(SILD) Number 755 for Norton East Ranch, Phase 4(Donald)
06:07:20 PM (00:11:15)Staff Presentation
Finance Director presented the proposed lighting district, including fixtures to be installed, a map of the
district, and average assessments.
06:08:38 PM (00:12:33) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:09:00 PM (00:12:55)Motion to adopt Resolution 5089, Creation of Special Improvement Lighting
District Number 755 for Norton East Ranch, Phase 4.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
06:09:10 PM (00:13:05) Discussion
DM Mehl discussed support.
Cr. Cunningham discussed support of lighting districts in general.
Cr. Pomeroy stated this is a requirement of final plat approval.
Cr. Krauss supports the district, but not the lumineers.
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06:11:06 PM (00:15:01) Vote on the Motion to adopt Resolution 5089, Creation of Special
Improvement Lighting District Number 755 for Norton East Ranch, Phase 4. 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
2. 06:11:17 PM (00:15:12) Billings Clinic Zone Map Amendment Requesting an Amendment of
the City Zoning Map for a Portion of an Existing Lot Consisting of Approximately 16.80 Acres,
or 731,808 Square Feet, from R-O, Residential Office, to B-2, Community Commercial,
Application 19265 (Rosenberg) !H
06:11:47 PM (00:15:42)Staff Presentation
Associate Planner Sarah Rosenberg presented the Billings Clinic zone map amendment, discussing the
location,zoning designation, criteria of evaluation, no public comment,and Zoning Commission and
staff recommendation of approval.
06:15:32 PM (00:19:27) Questions of Staff
Cr. Cunningham asked about the land boundary and parcels.
Cr. Krauss asked if this zoning is still appropriate if the clinic didn't come through.
DM Mehl asked about the growth policy amendment Ms. Rosenberg referred to.
06:20:18 PM (00:24:13)Applicant Presentation
Mitch Goplen,Vice President of Facilities at the Billings Clinic,discussed phase 1 of the campus and
campus design. Lauren Waterton with Sanderson Stewart discussed compliance with the Growth Policy,
the current and proposed zoning designation,and zone map amendment criteria.
06:24:31 PM (00:28:26)Questions of Applicant
Cr.Cunningham asked about the regional commercial designation.
DM Mehl asked if the applicant agrees with the staff report.
Mayor Andrus asked why it's important for all phases to be the same zoning.
06:27:18 PM (00:31:13) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
06:27:34 PM (00:31:29)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
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staff report for application 19265 and move to adopt the findings presented in the staff report and to
approve the Billings Clinic zone map amendment, with contingencies required to complete the
application processing.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
06:28:01 PM (00:31:56) Discussion
Cr. Cunningham stated this is reasonable and adopted the findings.
Cr. Pomeroy discussed consistency and supports the motion.
Cr. Krauss stated that consistency and intentions of owner are not criteria for consideration, and that
they are not considering a project.
DM Mehl supports the motion, discussing location and appropriate zoning.
Mayor Andrus supports the motion, as the zoning is appropriate.
06:34:14 PM (00:38:09) 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 19265 and move to adopt the findings presented in the
staff report and to approve the Billings Clinic zone map amendment, with contingencies required to
complete the application processing. 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
3. 06:34:24 PM (00:38:19) Keck Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat, a Proposed Three Lot
Residential Subdivision on 0.491 Acres, Located at 307 West Villard Street,403 and 411 North
3rd Avenue,Application 18399 (Quasi-Judicial) (Saunders) �
06:34:52 PM (00:38:47)Staff Presentation
Community Development Manager Chris Saunders discussed the subdivisions location, parcels,
subdivision layout,criteria and findings, no public comment, and recommendation of the DRC.
06:36:43 PM (00:40:38) Questions of Staff
Cr. Pomeroy asked why this is being requested now since it's already developed.
DM Mehl asked if this meets the standards for approval.
Cr. Cunningham asked if there were other waivers and conditions than what was presented tonight.
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Mayor Andrus asked if the condo association has any bearing on this decision.
06:40:48 PM (00:44:43)Applicant Presentation
Brett Megaard,with Hyalite Engineers,stated he agrees with Mr.Saunders' presentation. He explained
the intent and waivers in more detail.
06:42:12 PM (00:46:07)Questions of Applicant
DM Mehl asked if the applicant has read and agreed with the staff report and conditions.
06:42:28 PM (00:46:23) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
06:42:36 PM (00:46:31)Brian Gallick Public Comment
Mr. Gallick supports the application, as it preserves the neighborhood character.
06:43:15 PM (00:47:10)Kyle Conrad,Public Comment
Mr. Conrad asked how people learn about projects like this in advance of a hearing.
06:43:58 PM (00:47:53)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 18399 and move to approve the Keck Minor Subdivision with conditions and subject to
all applicable code provisions.
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
06:44:26 PM (00:48:21) Discussion
Cr. Pomeroy supports the motion.
Cr. Krauss stated the subdivision is compliant with law and it's appropriate for the neighborhood.
DM Mehl supports the motion. He'd like to see the waivers in the staff report in the future. He discussed
noticing and available information on the website.
Cr.Cunningham discussed the process and support of the motion.
Mayor Andrus supports the motion.
06:48:49 PM (00:52:44) Vote on the 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 18399 and move to approve the Keck Minor Subdivision with conditions
and subject to all applicable code provisions. The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
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Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
4. 06:49:00 PM (00:52:55) Bozeman Medical Arts Center Parking Lot Zone Map Amendment to
Change the Zoning Map from R-4 to B-3 on 0.70 Acres, Located at the Southwest Corner of
the Intersection of North Willson Avenue and East Villard Street and Applies to Lots 1-6, Block
4 of Beall's Third Addition to the City of Bozeman, Together with a Strip of Land 8.5 Feet in
Width Lying East of and Adjoining Said Lots 1-6 and Half of the Streets and Alley Adjacent to
the Lots, Located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 7,Township 2 South, Range 6 East,City
of Bozeman, Gallatin County, Montana,Application 19258(Saunders) !
06:49:51 PM (00:53:46)Staff Presentation
Community Development Manager Chris Saunders discussed the zone map amendment and scope of
tonight's hearing. He discussed the history of the site,the zoning chart, excerpts from the "Community
Core"category in the Growth Policy,the zoning criteria of evaluation,the public comment received,
DRC's finding of no restrictions, and the Zoning Commission's recommendation. He noted the protest
threshold has been met, and a 2/3 vote will be required tonight.
07:03:20 PM (01:07:15)Questions of Staff
Cr. Krauss asked if a 4-1 vote is required tonight, and asked in detail about the zone change process and
the Growth Policy.
DM Mehl asked about transitions, parking,spot zoning,the Downtown Plan,and analysis consideration
questions in great detail.
Cr. Cunningham asked about the downtown delineation and changes in detail.
Mayor Andrus asked about the Growth Policy/zoning discrepancy.
Cr. Pomeroy asked about the parking and use.
Cr. Krauss asked about historical zoning changes.
DM Mehl asked about the 2009 Growth Policy update.
Mayor Andrus asked about the purpose of zoning.
07:41:33 PM (01:45:28)Applicant Presentation
Ben Lloyd, principal at CommaQ, discussed the"why now." Brad Behlar, property owner,asked for the
Commission's support to fix the discrepancy and ambiguity of the zoning.Alan McCormick, attorney of
the applicant, discussed the importance of following/fixing the Growth Policy.
07:46:46 PM (01:50:41)Questions of Applicant
DM Mehl asked if they've seen and agree with the staff report.
Cr. Cunningham asked if tonight's issue is bringing into conformance zoning and the Growth Policy.
Cr. Pomeroy asked if this will remain a parking lot.
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07:48:37 PM (01:52:32) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
07:49:18 PM (01:53:13)Holly Fretwell,Public Comment
Ms. Fretwell discussed opposition to the zone map amendment.
07:52:15 PM (01:56:10)Suzanne Held Public Comment
Ms. Held asked the Commission to vote no on the zone map amendment.
07:53:55 PM (01:57:50)Scott Lorish Public Comment
Mr. Lorish discussed reasons to support the Zone Map Amendment in the context of an updating
Growth Plan.
07:57:08 PM (02:01:03)Jane Jelinski,Public Comment
Ms.Jelinski stated there needs to be more residential downtown, not commercial downtown.
07:58:39 PM (02:02:34)Mike Herring,Public Comment
Mr. Herring discussed opposition and the neighborhood character.
07:59:54 PM (02:03:49)Karen Filipowicz,Public Comment
Ms. Filipowicz discussed the importance of neighborhood character.
08:02:45 PM (02:06:40)Brian Gallick,Public Comment
Mr. Gallick stated this is development encroaching on neighborhoods. He noted the Growth Policy is not
a regulatory document.
08:06:05 PM (02:10:00)David Loseph,Public Comment
Mr. Loseph discussed parking issues and planning in the area.
08:09:30 PM (02:13:25)Clarifications of Staff
Mr.Saunders discussed uses in the R-4 zone.
08:10:08 PM (02:14:03)Questions of Staff
Cr. Krauss asked if the property has a conditional use permit for medical use in R-4.
Mayor Andrus asked if a 70 foot building could be built here, and new uses that could happen here.She
asked about timelines for the Growth Policy adoption.
08:16:16 PM (02:20:11)Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report,application
materials,public comment,Zoning Commission recommendation and all information presented,I
hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report for application 19258 and move to approve the
Bozeman Medical Arts Center Parking Lot Zone Map Amendment, with contingencies required to
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complete the application processing.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:16:51 PM (02:20:46) Discussion
Cr. Krauss discussed his potential support in detail.
Mayor Andrus stated the applicant's request is clear, and is considering the public's concern. She stated
it may be appropriate to delay.
DM Mehl stated the city is growing, and something will be built on this property. He supports the
motion, and discussed ZMA criteria.
Cr.Cunningham discussed the 2009 Growth Policy and appropriateness of this ZMA.
Cr. Pomeroy stated that keeping this R-4 is more appropriate.
CA Sullivan discussed the concept of delaying the decision regarding the Growth Policy update.
Cr. Krauss discussed the current and expected use, and the importance of following adopted policies.
DM Mehl discussed consistency.
Cr. Cunningham discussed the Growth Policy guiding zoning.
Mayor Andrus also cannot find a criteria to say no to.
Cr. Pomeroy also will support the motion.
09:00:41 PM (03:04:36) Vote on the Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report,
application materials,public comment,Zoning Commission recommendation and all information
presented,I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report for application 19258 and move to
approve the Bozeman Medical Arts Center Parking Lot Zone Map Amendment, with contingencies
required to complete the application processing. The motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl• 2nd
Mayor-CVnthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss:Approve
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
09:00:54 PM (03:04:49) Recess
Mayor Andrus called a recess until 9:10 PM.
09:09:55 PM (03:13:50)Call to Order
Mayor Andrus called the meeting back to order at 9:10 PM.
5. 09:10:03 PM (03:13:58) Resolution 4894, Special Assessment Levy for Special Improvement
District (SID) Number 745 for Local Improvements to West Oak Street and North Ferguson
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Avenue(Donald) ! a
09:10:26 PM (03:14:21)Staff Presentation
Finance Director discussed the creation of the district, and the purpose of the levy.She discussed fiscal
impacts, public notice, and one public comment received.
09:11:33 PM (03:15:28)Questions of Staff
Cr. Cunningham asked if this is simply assessing the SID that has already been created.
Cr. Krauss asked what improvements this levy is for. CM Surratt and CA Sullivan added some history and
context.
Mayor Andrus asked if this follows our normal process.
09:18:05 PM (03:22:00) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
09:18:22 PM (03:22:17)Motion to adopt Resolution 4894,Special Assessment Levy for Special
Improvement District(SID)Number 745 for Local Improvements to West Oak Street and North
Ferguson Avenue.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: 2nd
09:18:40 PM (03:22:35) Discussion
DM Mehl agrees with the staff memo, resolution,and findings the City has made. He noted comment
from the property owner was received. He discussed the history of the SID.
Cr.Cunningham incorporated his findings during the creation hearing.
Cr. Pomeroy supports the motion.
Cr. Krauss discussed this being fair and reasonable. He discussed the relationship with the County in
great detail.
Mayor Andrus supports the motion.
09:40:05 PM (03:44:00) Vote on the Motion to adopt Resolution 4894,Special Assessment Levy for
Special Improvement District(SID)Number 745 for Local Improvements to West Oak Street and North
Ferguson Avenue. The motion passed 4-1.
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
Mayor-Cynthia Andrus:Approve
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:Approve
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy:Approve
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Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
6. 09:40:19 PM (03:44:14) Resolution 4985, Special Assessment Levy for Special Improvement
District(SID) Number 750 for Local Improvements to North Tracy Avenue (Donald) h.p
09:40:37 PM (03:44:32)Staff Presentation
Finance Director Kristin Donald discussed the fiscal impacts, public notice, and no public comment has
been received.
09:41:37 PM (03:45:32) Questions of Staff
Cr. Cunningham asked about the cost of the project.
Cr. Pomeroy asked about the assessment process and costs.
09:43:42 PM (03:47:37) Public Comment
There was no public comment.
09:43:57 PM (03:47:52)Motion to adopt Resolution 4985,Special Assessment Levy for Special
Improvement District(SID)Number 750 for Local Improvements to North Tracy Avenue.
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
09:44:10 PM (03:48:05) Discussion
Cr.Cunningham discussed the history and process of the SID.
Cr. Pomeroy supports the motion.
DM Mehl supports the motion.
09:46:38 PM (03:50:33) Vote on the Motion to adopt Resolution 4985,Special Assessment Levy for
Special Improvement District(SID)Number 750 for Local Improvements to North Tracy Avenue. 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
7. 09:46:51 PM (03:50:46)Appeal of the Administrative Project Decision for the Aviator Building
Site Plan,Application 19004(Quasi-Judicial) (Rosenberg)7LtHH
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09:47:12 PM (03:51:07)Staff Presentation
Associate Planner Sarah Rosenberg discussed the history of the appeal,the vicinity map,the site plan,
the appeal application, and the appeal requirements, history, and process.She discussed regional
appropriateness.She discussed mass and scale. She discussed public notice and public comment
received.
10:00:10 PM (04:04:05) Meeting Extended
Mayor Andrus extended the meeting until 10:30 PM.
10:00:15 PM (04:04:10)Questions of Staff
Cr. Pomeroy asked if it was going to be a real or fake helicopter, and other buildings in the area and this
buildings design.
DM Mehl asked about the original application. He asked in detail about the process.
Cr.Cunningham asked about the architecture in detail.
Mayor Andrus asked about the PUD's design standards. Development Review Manager Brian Krueger
answered in some detail.
10:29:23 PM (04:33:18) Meeting Extended
Mayor Andrus extended the meeting to 11:00 PM.
10:29:35 PM (04:33:30)Applicant Presentation
Eartha Lund,the attorney representing the Mitchell Development Group, asked the Commission to
overturn the Community Development Director's decision. Matt Faure,with Faure Halvorson Architects,
represents the Mitchell Group, discussed how the building meets the code.
10:40:38 PM (04:44:33)Questions of Applicant
Cr.Cunningham asked why they didn't return to the DRB with changes.
Cr. Pomeroy asked for the purpose of the futuristic appearance.
DM Mehl asked why the design cannot change. He asked about the public comment received.
Mayor Andrus asked for clarification about the denial/public comment.
CA Sullivan asked the staff to confirm a number of elements in the process. Ms. Rosenberg and Mr.
Krueger responded.
10:52:39 PM (04:56:34) Public Comment
Mayor Andrus opened public comment.
10:52:56 PM (04:56:51)Charles Saatjian,Public Comment
Mr. Saatjian has a similar nearby building, and their unique look has brought people in.
10:S5:14 PM (04:59:09)Ken Saatjian,Public Comment
Mr.Saatjian, building owner in the area,spoke of the value of importance of unique buildings in the
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area.
10:57:11 PM (05:01:06)Patsy Saatlian,Public Comment
Ms.Saatjian spoke in favor of the Aviator Building.
10:58:44 PM (05:02:39) Meeting Extended
Mayor Andrus extended the meeting to 11:10 PM.
10:58:54 PM (05:02:49)Motion to overturn the administrative project decision for Site Plan
Application 19004,based upon the finding that the final administrative decision was erroneous. The
motion failed due to lack of a second.
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
10:59:29 PM (05:03:24) Motion to uphold the administrative project decision for Site Plan Application
19004.
Commissioner-Jeff Krauss: Motion
Deputy Mayor-Chris Mehl:2nd
10:59:40 PM (05:03:35) Discussion
Cr. Krauss stated it's not out of scale, but he's unable to make findings about design in support.
DM Mehl stated he agrees with the Community Development Director regarding pedestrian access and
mass and scale at that location.
Cr. Cunningham discussed excessive design and design requirements,and could also not find findings to
vote against the Director's decision.
Cr. Pomeroy stated this building fits the area.
Mayor Andrus supports the Director's decision,as it doesn't relate to the surrounding buildings.
11:09:39 PM (05:13:34) Vote on the Motion to uphold the administrative project decision for Site Plan
Application 19004. The motion passed 4-1.
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: Disapprove
Commissioner-Terry Cunningham:Approve
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I. 11:09:57 PM (05:13:52) FYI/Discussion
There was no additional FYI.
J. 11:10:07 PM (05:14:02)Adjournment
Mayor Andrus adjourned the meeting at 11:10 PM.
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