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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN,MONTANA
January 21, 2003
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room, Municipal
Building, on Tuesday, January 21,2003, at 3:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Steve Kirchhoff, Commissioner
Marcia Youngman, Commissioner Lee Hietala, Commissioner Jarvis Brown, Commissioner Andrew Cetraro,
Director of Public Service Debbie Arkell, Administrative Services Director Miral Gamradt, Planning Director
Andy Epple, Staff Attorney Tim Cooper and Clerk of the Commission Robin Sullivan.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for discussion.
Sianina of Notice of SDecial Meeting
Each of the Commissioners, in turn, signed the Notice of Special Meeting.
Minutes - Januarv 18. 2000. November 22.2002 and Januarv 13. 2003
Mayor Kirchhoff deferred action on the minutes of the meetings of January 18, 2000, November 22,
2002, and January 13, 2003, to a later date.
Consent Items
City Manager Johnson presented to the Commission the following Consent Items.
Authorize Mayor to sian - ADDlication for Dermit renewal for Wastewater Treatment
Plant (MPDES Permit No. MT-0022608)
Authorize City Manaaer to sian - Tower lease between WWC Holdina Co..lnc.. and the
Joint City/County Communications/DisDatch Services - Andesite Mountain
ADDrOyal of DeDositorv Bonds and Pledaed Securities as of December 31. 2002. as
reviewed by Commissioner Younaman and Commissioner Hietala
Claims
It was moved by Commissioner Hietala, seconded by Commissioner Brown, that the Commission
approve the Consent Items as listed, and authorize and direct the appropriate persons to complete the
necessary actions. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Cetraro, Commissioner Youngman and Mayor
Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
Continued informal review - minor subdivision to divide 11.962%-sQuare-foot lot into one 7.156%-
sauare-foot lot and one 4.806%-sQuare-foot lot - Robert Safranek for 718 North Black Ayenue
(1-02040)
Included in the Commissioners' packets was a copy of the draft minutes from last week's discussion
of this agenda item.
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Director of Public Service Debbie Arkell noted that, distributed just prior to the meeting, was a letter
from Don Black, owner of the property at 722 North Tracy Avenue, indicating he does not support the
proposed subdivision of this lot.
Mr. Rob Safranek, applicant, stated that he has submitted this application to determine the potential
for gaining approval of the proposal to subdivide the lot to create a lot for the southernmost new house, with
the northernmost new house and the older house being located on the larger lot.
Mr. Don Black stated he opposed Mr. Safranek's project when it was initially proposed; however,
he recognized that the City's current infill policy is progressive. He cautioned that allowing the lot to now
be subdivided to have single structures on single lots could set a dangerous precedent for the
neighborhood. He noted that the double lot adjacent to him is one with a small "tear down" house, and he
would be horrified to think two duplexes could be constructed on those lots, then subdivided and sold. He
concluded by acknowledging that the two new houses on Mr. Safranek's property are nice and add to the
property values of the neighborhood, but he does not support this proposal.
Commissioner Brown stated he voted to approve the previous application because he saw the merit
of having the houses face each other with a courtyard between. He asked if it would be feasible to preclude
the possibility of a fence being constructed through that courtyard if this lot is subdivided.
Planning Director Andy Epple responded that the Commission could impose a condition on the
zoning deviation that would be required in conjunction with this proposed subdivision to prohibit the
construction of a fence along the property line between the houses.
Commissioner Brown stated he is also concerned about having two houses on a lot with only 37~
feet of street frontage.
Historic Preservation Planner Hillary Hertler stated there may be some historic precedent for narrow
lots; however, the houses on those narrow lots are typically very small, not larger two-story houses.
Responding to Mayor Kirchhoff, Planning Director Epple stated that, when Mr. Safranek was initially
considering the construction of the two new houses on this lot. he indicated that subdividing the lot was an
option he did not wish to pursue. He then noted that the issues leading to this requested subdivision have
arisen since construction of those houses.
Commissioner Youngman indicated her willingness to consider a formal application for subdivision
of the lot. She stressed that she does not wish to set an undesirable precedent by approving such a division
of lots; however, in this instance she feels it is a unique situation in which the Commission is helping a
homeowner resolve a problem. She suggested that the Planning staff have a proactive discussion with
bankers regarding financing issues in an effort to educate them about the unusual situations that may arise
from time to time.
Commissioner Brown indicated he supports staff's position and does not feel subdivision of the lot
is appropriate.
Commissioner Hietala indicated that he would be willing to consider an application for subdivision
of the lot.
Commissioner Cetraro stated that, because of the unique situation, he would be willing to give
additional consideration to this request.
Mr. Safranek indicated that he will prepare the necessary legal documents to ensure a fence is not
constructed between the two new houses, and is willing to accept that as a condition of approval for the
subdivision.
Break - 3:20 to 3:30 D.m.
Mayor Kirchhoff declared a break from 3:20 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., to give staff an opportunity to set up
for the work session.
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Work session with County Commission re: (1) transit task force reDort: (2) interlocal aareement:
(3) Dark maintenance district: (4) refuse district
Present for this portion of the meeting were County Commissioners Jennifer Smith Mitchell, Bill
Murdock and John Vincent.
Refuse District. County Commissioner Bill Murdock gave a brief update on this item, noting that
at last week's meeting, the County Commission adopted a resolution to proceed with creating a refuse
district for all of the county except the West Yellowstone Refuse District and the Cities of Belgrade and
Bozeman. He stressed that this does not preclude either the City of Belgrade or the City of Bozeman from
joining the district at some future date. The County decided that it is important to move forward with creation
of the district at this time.
Responding to Mayor Kirchhoff, County Commissioner Murdock noted that Commissioner Cetraro
has identified a need to see a business plan before making a commitment to join the district. He noted that
the County Commission has been focused on running the landfill at Logan on a full-time basis, and the
creation of a district will result in appointing a board that will do that in the future. He noted that the board
will have the authority to hire a full-time manager, if they so choose, and to recommend rates. He then
indicated that notices about the proposed district are being mailed out and, unless sufficient protests are
received, the County Commission may proceed with creation of the district and formation of the board. He
indicated that a business plan is premature at this time; rather, it would be more appropriate to develop such
a plan after the board is appointed.
Responding to Mayor Kirchhoff, County Commission Chair John Vincent stated that the City of
Bozeman will have two different opportunities to join the district. One is before the creation of the district;
the second is after the district is created, through negotiations with the board.
Commissioner Cetraro stated his concern is the lack of a business plan at this time. He noted that
when he went to the bank last year, he was required to give a plan identifying what he needed when and
how the monies were to be used.
County Commissioner Jennifer Smith Mitchell stated the County has been running the landfill at
Logan for a number of years, and the costs of building a liner and the tipping fees are readily available and
have been provided to the City. She indicated that, based on tonnage, rates would drop with increased
volume. She stated that, since the Cities of Bozeman and Belgrade have chosen not to join up front, the
County has proceeded with a mailing to those residents in the county outside the West Yellowstone Refuse
District giving them an opportunity to protest out. She noted that the residents within the city limits of
Bozeman and Belgrade will not have an opportunity to protest out at this time; and should the Cities decide
to join later, they must bear the costs of the mailing. She concluded by noting many people wonder why
there isn't just one landfill serving the area.
Commissioner Hietala stated that, as a member of the task force, he felt the County was not
forthcoming with rate structures based on volume; and he questioned the basis upon which the rates would
be set and whether those rates would subsidize other programs such as recycling.
Responding to questions from Mayor Kirchhoff, County Commission Chair John Vincent stated that,
assuming a board is created, a City staff member would be free to work with them in the development of
a business plan and on the possibility of joining the district.
Responding to additional questions from Mayor Kirchhoff, County Commissioner Murdock noted that
the two County staff members who served on the task force were Grants Administrator Larry Watson and
Fiscal Officer Ed Blackman; and they both have preferred alternatives to landfilling. As a result, he
encouraged the City to wait for the creation of the new board before further pursuing the possibility of joining
the district.
Responding to Commissioner Youngman, County Commission Chair John Vincent stated he had
requested a bill draft to allow the board representation to more closely reflect the population base within the
district; but he subsequently withdrew that request. He noted the current statute is time-tested, and he was
unsure of the representation formula to propose.
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Responding to comments from Mayor Kirchhoff, County Commissioner Murdock stated that, from
his perspective, the City of Bozeman and the City of Belgrade have not lost their opportunity to join the
district by failing to take action by December 31, 2002.
Commissioner Brown voiced his concern that the board does not include proportionate
representation.
County Commissioner Smith Mitchell stated the County Commission has been working toward the
creation of a solid waste district for a long time and had reached a point where it was necessary to move
forward. She stressed that, in so doing, they ensured there was adequate flexibility to allow others to join,
although that step will be through an autonomous board rather than through the County Commission.
Commissioner Brown noted the City has a good system in place and has an obligation to protect
the best interests of its citizens.
Mr. Dave Pruitt, former County Commissioner, noted this issue dates back to 1989, when a study
was done for the City and the County. That report revealed there was enough solid waste to run one lined
landfill efficiently, but two landfills have continued to operate since that report was completed. He indicated
that operating a landfill is not that complicated; it is simply an issue of ensuring that the tipping fees
generate enough revenues to cover the costs of operations, monitoring and opening new cells.
County Commissioner Vincent stated that, since volumes make operation of a landfill efficient, it
would be preferable to have Bozeman in the district. He encouraged the City to identify what it would need
to join the district and submit that information to the County for consideration.
Transit Task Force Report. Mr. Brian Close, Chair of the Transit Task Force, and Mr. David Kack
gave a power point presentation. Mr. Close stated that the report was completed in December, noting that
Gallatin County is the most populous county in the state without public transit. He briefly identified the
benefits of a transit system, which include the creation of jobs, improved mobility, reduced congestion and
improved air quality. He indicated that, to be successful a transit system needs to include Bozeman,
Belgrade and Four Corners. The units need to be new, attractive, wheelchair accessible, and have bike
racks.
Mr. Close stated that Montana State University is a natural target for encouraging transit, not only
through riding buses but through carpooling. He indicated that, to be successful, the bus service needs to
be at the same level as, or better than, the current Bobcat Transit System. A review of that service, in fact,
revealed that the students could receive twice the service for the same cost if combined with a larger
system.
Mr. Close suggested that the GalaVan paratransit system also be included as a part of the initial
transit system and that it be funded through the creation of an urban transportation district (UTD). He stated
that such a district must be approved by the public within the district area, and the board would have taxing
and bonding authority. He estimated that a mill within the proposed UTD would generate $60,000; and the
task force has identified a $900,000 per year system as right for Bozeman. If that system is successful, he
suggested that it be enlarged by the year 2010.
Mr. Close turned his attention to funding for the program, noting that federal match dollars are
available for capital outlay on an 80/20 split while monies for operations are available at no greater than a
SO/50 split. He cautioned, in fact, that federal budgeting often limits the operations monies to a 20 or 30
percent match.
Mr. Close indicated that, to move forward with a transit system, Clerk and Recorder Vance needs
to know the boundaries of the urban transportation district by May so she can begin to identify the property
owners involved. The County Commission would need to proceed with its public process by August to place
the issue on the ballot for November. He stressed that additional study and a public education and outreach
program will need to be done to ensure approval of the district. If the UTD is created, the goal would be to
have the busses running in July 2005 with additional infrastructure needs addressed by 2009.
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Mr. Close suggested the next steps include system design and an outreach program and proposed
that Assistant City Manager Brey be responsible for those steps. He noted that the TEA-21 program is
reauthorized by the federal government every five years, and it is now up for renewal, so it is important to
become active very quickly to ensure adequate monies are included for pUblic transit systems. As a result,
he has drafted a letter to Senator Baucus, who has proposed a MegaRed program that would provide
additional monies for rural transit, for Mayor Kirchhoff and County Commissioner Murdock to review.
Commissioner Cetraro stated he views the financial data provided as ballpark estimates and asked
for more detail, including line items such as salaries.
Mr. Close stated that the established industry standard cost for a transit system is $45 to $49 per
hour. He indicated that the UTD board would be responsible for determining whether to hire the employees
or contract the services.
Commissioner Hietala voiced an interest in seeing business plans developed for alternative levels
of service. He noted this proposal is for an initial system that includes Belgrade and Four Corners and
asked for the costs of a Bozeman only system that provides the same level of service as the current
GalaVan and Bobcat Transit systems.
Responding to questions from County Commissioner Murdock, Mr. Brian Close stated the Bobcat
Transit has a route that runs from Bozeman to Belgrade and Four Corners in the morning and evening, and
a snaky route through town that operates on a one-hour headway. He indicated the system is open to MSU
students, faculty and staff at no cost and is open to the public for a $1 fee per ride. The GalaVan program
operates in Bozeman on a daily basis and travels to Belgrade twice a week and to Manhattan and Three
Forks once or twice per week. He indicated that the GalaVan program is funded through a mix of sources,
with some of the monies limited to low-income and disabled persons.
County Commissioner Murdock asked who will decide what information the additional study will
provide, at a cost of $60,000, and who will pay those monies. He also asked if that study will help with the
business plan questions that have been raised.
Mr. Close responded that he and Mr. Kack have some initial suggestions and stressed that a system
analysis is a custom project for a specific community. He offered to develop a proposal to be considered
by both governing bodies as soon as possible.
County Commissioner Jennifer Smith Mitchell stated she has had the transit task force report for
only one week and, since she was out of the office much of last week, she has had no opportunity to review
it. She questioned how many county residents would ride on a transit system and asked to see the results
of a survey.
The County Commissioners and City Commissioners requested that the draft letter to Senator
Baucus be e-mailed to them as soon as possible for review and possible consideration in light of the need
to respond quickly.
County Commissioner Jennifer Smith Mitchell excused herself from the meeting at 5:00 p.m., due
to upcoming evening meetings.
Interlocal Agreement. In light of the late hour, Mayor Kirchhoff suggested that discussion of this
item be deleted.
Break - 5:05 to 5:12 p.m.
Mayor Kirchhoff declared a break from 5:05 p.m. to 5:12 p.m., in accordance with Commission
policy.
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Work session with County Commission re: (1) transit task force report: (2) interlocal aareement:
(3) park maintenance district: (4) refuse district
Park Maintenance District. County Commission Chair John Vincent stated that when the County
purchased the 100-acre regional park, the Commissioners recognized they must pursue a mechanism for
managing this and other County parkland. He noted that the County does not have a Parks and Recreation
Department and, in fact, needs an inventory of the park areas scattered throughout the county. He also
noted that a significant amount of trail work has been done, but more is needed; and some long-term
planning is essential to ensure that trails and parks are connected. To assist in the process, the County
Commission is forming a task force with genuine geographic diversity to look at a county-wide parks district.
Once the Commission has received adequate applications, they will make appointments to that board.
County Commissioner Murdock stated this task force will look at the feasibility and boundaries of
a parks district, funding sources and priorities. He indicated that the law was changed to allow the option
of assessing a fee based on property values or on a per household basis; and he feels the second option
may make a district more palatable, particularly to the agricultural community.
Responding to comments from County Commissioner Murdock, Commissioner Youngman stated
that the City is looking at the creation of a park maintenance district; however, one of the continuing
concerns is the fact that 50 percent of the park and recreation program users are county residents. She
then stressed that both of these park issues should not be on the ballot at the same time.
Mayor Kirchhoff concluded the joint work session by thanking the County Commissioners for
agreeing to sit down with the City Commissioners to discuss issues of common interest.
Continued public hearina - preliminary plat for Walton Homestead Subdivision PUD - Durston
Development Corporation - subdivide 35.376 acres described as Tracts 1-4. COS No. 2085 and parcel
described in Book 144. Paae 373. into 51 sin9le-family residential lots. 5 multi-familv residential lots.
70 townhouse residential lots and 8 commercial lots. with relaxations from Sections 16.14.020.H..
16.14.030.B.. 16.14.030.D.. 16.14.040. 16.16.010.1. and 16.16.070. Bozeman Municipal Code. re
minimum lot frontage. block lenath. sidewalks. private streets and minimum distance between public
and/or private accesses onto a public street (between Durston Road and West Oak Street at North
15th Avenue extended) (P-02050)
This was the time and place set for the continued public hearing on the preliminary plat for the
Walton Homestead Subdivision Planned Unit Development, as requested by Durston Development
Corporation under Application No. P-02050, to subdivide 35.376 acres described as Tracts 1 through 4,
Certificate of Survey No. 2085 and the parcel described in Book 144, Page 373, into 51 single-family
residential lots, 5 multi-family residential lots, 70 townhouse residential lots and 8 commercial lots. Also,
the applicant is seeking relaxation from several sections of the subdivision regulations, as follows: (1) from
Section 16.14.020.H., requiring a minimum of 25 feet of frontage on a public street or on a public street
easement for each lot, to allow lots fronting onto a pocket park; (2) from Section 16.14.030.B., to exceed
the maximum block length of 400 feet; (3) from Section 16.14.030.D., to exceed the maximum block length
of 400 feet without a pedestrian walk; (4) from Section 16.14.040, to eliminate sidewalks on one side of the
private streets; (5) from Section 16.16.010.1., to allow private streets; and (6) from Section 16.16.070, to
exceed the minimum distance between pUblic and/or private accesses onto a public street. The subject
property is located between Durston Road and West Oak Street at North 15th Avenue extended.
Distributed to the Commissioners prior to the meeting was a letter from the applicant, dated January
17, requesting that this and the next public hearing be continued to February 3.
Mayor Kirchhoff reopened the continued public hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Cetraro, that the public hearing
be continued to February 3, per the applicant's request. The motion carried by the following Aye and No
vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Cetraro, Commissioner Youngman,
Commissioner Hietala and Mayor Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
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Continued Dublic hearina - Conditional Use Permit for Planned Unit DeveloDment - Durston
DeveloDment CorDoration - allow construction of aDDroximatelv 207 residential units. 95.000 sauare
feet of commercial office area and 15.000 sauare feet of retail SDace on 35.376 acres described as
Tracts 1-4. COS No. 2085 and Darcel described in Book 144. Paae 373. with relaxations from Section
18.20.020. 18.20.030. 18.20.040. 18.20.050. 18.26.020. 18.26.060. 18.26.040. 18.50.11 O.F. and
18.50.100.E.. Bozeman Municipal Code. re minimum lot area and width. maximum lot coveraae.
minimum yards. lot coverage. retail uses in the "R-O" District. height restrictions. reduction in
Darkina reauirements. and accesses to be closer than that reauired for an arterial street (Walton
Homestead) (between Durston Road and West Oak Street at North 15th Avenue extended) (Z-02231)
This was the time and place set for the continued public hearing on the Conditional Use Permit for
the Walton Homestead Planned Unit Development, as requested by Durston Development Corporation
under Application No. Z-02231, to allow the construction of approximately 207 residential units, 95,000
square feet of commercial office area and 15,000 square feet of retail space on 35.376 acres described as
Tracts 1 through 4 of Certificate of Survey No. 2085 and the parcel described in Book 144, Page 373. Also,
the applicant is seeking relaxations to several sections of the zone code, as follows: (1) from Section
18.20.020, to allow apartments in the "R-3" zoning district; (2) from Sections 18.20.030, 18.20.040 and
18.20.050, to allow reductions in minimum lot area and width, maximum lot coverage and minimum yards
within the "R-3" district; (3) from Section 18.26.020, to allow retail uses in the "R-O" zoning district; (4) from
Section 18.26.060, to allow additional features to exceed the height restrictions in the "R-O" district; (5) from
Section 18.26.040, to allow increased lot coverage in the "R-O" district; (6) from Section 18.50.11 O.F., to
allow reduced parking requirements for both the residential and commercial aspects of the project; and (7)
from Section 18.50.1 OO.E., to allow accesses closer than that required for an arterial street. The subject
property is located between Durston Road and West Oak Street at North 15th Avenue extended.
Included in the Commissioners' packets was a memo from the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory
Board, dated January 13, requesting that bike paths be required along West Oak Street.
Mayor Kirchhoff reopened the continued public hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner Cetraro, seconded by Commissioner Youngman, that the public
hearing be continued to February 3, per the applicant's request. The motion carried by the following Aye
and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Cetraro, Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner
Hietala, Commissioner Brown and Mayor Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
UDdate from Staff Attornev CooDer re bia box ordinance
Included in the Commissioners' packets was a memo from Staff Attorney Tim Cooper, dated
January 7.
Responding to Mayor Kirchhoff, Staff Attorney Cooper stated that, after giving a brief overview of
his memo and findings, he will seek Commission guidance in the preparation of an ordinance for
consideration. He cautioned that the ordinance must be provisionally adopted no later than February 3 and
finally adopted at the February 18 meeting to be in effect prior to expiration of the six-month extension of
the interim urgency ordinance.
The Staff Attorney reminded the Commission that the task force made recommendations to the
Commission on whether and how to regulate big box stores, which were subsequently put in ordinance form
and subjected to the zone code amendment review process. The legal staff was subsequently directed to
complete a legal analysis, which he has forwarded in his memo dated January 7. He stated his conclusion
that, based on his legal analysis, the fee as proposed by the task force is not appropriate at this time due
to the fact that the City does not have any documentation on demonstrated impacts and how the fee would
offset those impacts.
Responding to questions from Commissioner Youngman, the Staff Attorney stated he feels that,
once a study is completed and all pertinent information gathered, the City could justify and defend a fee
schedule under the zoning ordinance. He stressed that the information upon which the fee is based must
be reliable, and the fee must be specifically tied to the impacts identified in the study. He also suggested
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that, before adopting a fee schedule, the Commission adopt findings of what impacts occur and how they
should be mitigated.
Commissioner Youngman suggested an option to adopting the ordinance without the fee schedule
might be to eliminate the fee proposal and shift to providing rewards for big box development that occurs
in the downtown area. She questioned whether that significant shift in ideas could be accommodated within
the timetable available under the moratorium
Staff Attorney Cooper responded that revising the ordinance to provide for incentives to locate big
box development in the "B-3" zoned areas would take more than the two weeks available under the
moratorium and may require additional review procedures. He noted that removing the fee schedule while
retaining the rest of the recommendations from the task force can be easily accomplished within the
remaining time available.
Mayor Kirchhoff requested that this item be brought back during the evening session of next week's
meeting for additional discussion and direction to staff. He thanked the task force members who attended
this meeting and encouraged them to attend next week's meeting as well.
Appointments to various boards and commissions: (a) Audit Committee: (b) Board of Appeals: (c)
Bozeman Area Bicvcle Advisorv Board: (d) Cemetery Board: (e) City-County Board of Health: (fl
Community Affordable Housina Advisorv Board: (g) Desian Review Board: (h) PedestrianlTraffic
Safety Committee: and (i) Zonina Commission
Audit Committee. It was moved by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Youngman,
that Vern Voegele be reappointed to the Audit Committee, with a two-year term to expire on February 28,
2005. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Brown,
Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Cetraro and Mayor Kirchhoff; those voting
No, none.
Board of Appeals. It was moved by Commissioner Youngman, seconded by Commissioner
Hietala, that Kevin P. Pillard be appointed to replace Felix Arnold on the Board of Appeals, with an initial
term to expire on December 31,2003. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting
Aye being Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Cetraro
and Mayor Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board. Commissioner Youngman stated the Board has asked
that the size of the board be expanded and suggested that the Commission consider appointing both
applicants, with the term of one of those members becoming effective in conjunction with that expansion.
She noted that the amount of delay is dependent upon the process to be followed.
Commissioner Cetraro requested the history of this board prior to taking action on the requested
expansion.
It was moved by Commissioner Youngman, seconded by Commissioner Hietala, that David
Baumbauer be appointed to replace John Gallagher as a member and that Jim Nallick be appointed as an
alternate member on the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board, both with one-year terms to expire on
December 31, 2003. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Cetraro and Mayor
Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
City-County Board of Health. It was moved by Commissioner Hietala, seconded by Commissioner
Cetraro, that Brian Leland be reappointed to the City-County Board of Health, with a three-year term to
expire on January 2,2006. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Cetraro, Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Youngman and Mayor
Kirchhoff; those voting No, none.
Zoning Commission. Commissioner Hietala expressed an interest in appointing a new member
to this board rather than simply reappointing the two incumbents.
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It was moved by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Youngman, that Joanne Eaton
and Edward Musser be reappointed to the Zoning Commission, with two-year terms to expire on January
31, 2005. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner
Brown, Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Hietala, Commissioner Cetraro and Mayor Kirchhoff;
those voting No, none.
The Commission deferred action on appointments to the Cemetery Board, Community Affordable
Housing Advisory Board, Design Review Board and PedestrianlTraffic Safety Committee due to the lack
of applications.
Discussion - FYI Items
The following "For Your Information" items were forwarded to the Commission.
(1) Updated listing, dated January 15, of planning projects to be considered at upcoming
Commission meetings.
(2) Copy of the weekly legislative update from the Chamber of Commerce, dated January 17,
2003.
(3) Agenda for the County Commission meeting which was held at 9:00 a.m. today in the
Commission Room.
(4) Agenda for the Development Review Committee meeting which was held at 10:00 a.m. today
at the Professional Building.
(5) Agenda for the City Planning Board/Zoning Commission meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, January 22, in the Commission Room.
(6) Agenda for the Montana Transportation Commission meeting to be held on January 23 in
Helena.
(7) Minutes from the Gallatin City-County Board of Health meeting held on November 21, 2002.
(8) Mayor Kirchhoff stated that the Office of Community Involvement at Montana State University
hosts a service learning day, at which students receive tips on how to "plug into the community." He noted
that the City of Bozeman has provided assistance for the past several years, including a $300 donation last
year. He noted they are requesting that the City make the same contribution this year and asked for
Commissioner response. Four Commissioners indicated support for funding of that request.
Adiournment - 6:02 D.m.
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Kirchhoff
adjourned the meeting.
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