HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 20, 2009 MinutesLINKED MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN, MONTANA
January 20, 2009
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in the Commission Room, City Hall at 121 North Rouse on Monday, January 20, 2009. Present were Mayor Kaaren Jacobson, Cr. Jeff Krauss, Cr.
Sean Becker, Cr. Eric Bryson, Cr. Jeff Rupp, City Manager Chris Kukulski, Finance Director
Anna Rosenberry, Planning Director Andy Epple, Assistant City Attorney Tim Cooper, and City
Clerk Stacy Ulmen.
0:00:05 A. Call to Order – 6 p.m. – Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse
Mayor Jacobson called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
0:00:10 B. Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
0:00:44 C. Changes to the Agenda
Mayor Jacobson asked City Manager Chris Kukulski if there were any changes to the agenda.
0:00:49 Chris Kukulski, City Manager
Mr. Kukulski stated that there were no changes to the agenda.
0:00:55 D. Public Service Announcement – Growth Policy Update (Epple)
0:01:05 Andy Epple, Director of Planning
Mr. Epple presented a PSA regarding the Growth Policy Update/Bozeman Community Plan.
Mr. Epple stated that a public hearing will be held on the document tomorrow night.
0:03:00 E. Minutes – December 8, 2008 and January 5, 2009
0:03:07 Motion and Vote
to approve (the Minutes from December 8, 2008 and January 5,
2009 as submitted).
It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Krauss to approve (the Minutes from
December 8, 2008 and January 5, 2009 as submitted).
Those voting Aye being Crs. Becker, Krauss, Bryson, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
(Cr. Rupp was not at the Dias during the Vote)
The motion passed 4-0.
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0:03:18 F. Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Claims (LaMeres)
2. Authorize City Manager to sign Change Orders No. 1 and 2 for the Bozeman Intermodal Facility (Goehrung) 3. Authorize City Manager to sign the Bozeman Swim Center Natatorium HVAC
Improvements Project Professional Service Agreement with Morrison Maierle,
Inc. (Dingman)
4. Authorize City Manager to sign Public Street and Utility Easement and Temporary Cul-de-Sac Easement with PT Land (Johnson) 5. Authorize City Staff to Schedule an Appeal Hearing of Administrative Decision
for February 17, 2009 regarding the J&D Family/360 Ranch Realignment of
Common Boundary Subdivision Exemption Application (Epple)
6. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Bozeman Certified Local Government Grant Application for 2009-2010 (Epple) 7. Approve Resolution No. 4142, Authorizing the City Manager to sign the 2008
Sewer Rehab Project Change Order No. 1 (Murray)
8. Finally Adopt Ordinance No.1755, Amending Title 18 of the Bozeman Municipal
Code, Level of Service Zone Code Amendment #Z-08267 (Epple)
0:03:23 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:03:36 Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items F.1-8.
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to approve Consent Items F.1-8.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
Ralph Zimmer and Gary Vodehnal spoke regarding sidewalks and filling in missing links,
including maintenance of sidewalks, sections that need replacement and accessibility, along with
The motion passed 5-0.
0:03:51 G. Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:04:18 H. Special Presentation – Comprehensive Sidewalk Program (Ralph Zimmer,
Bozeman Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Committee)
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putting together a program regarding these issues and implementation and funding. Mr.
Vodehnal spoke regarding safety and the need for sidewalks on Rouse Avenue, College Avenue,
South 3rd, 7th Avenue, Oak Street, Kagy, Babcock, Griffen, East Main, Haggerty, and South
8th. There are missing links between the older and newer developments. He spoke regarding
funding. Some cities are using the general fund and grants to support their sidewalk programs.
Discussion took place regarding bicycle use on sidewalks. He feels that for younger people, it is
important that they can use the sidewalks for biking. Make the sidewalks 6ft instead of 5ft. Need
to widen pathways on major streets.
0:20:43 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding bicycles on sidewalks.
0:26:09 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding North Rouse.
0:27:31 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the Transportation Plan and how this topic is incorporated.
0:28:57 I. Action Items
0:29:06 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson opened the public hearing for the action items.
0:29:15 1. (Re)Appointments to the City Planning Board, from January 12, 2009
(Kissel)
0:29:50 Motion to appoint Brian Caldwell, Erik Henyon and Edward Szczypinski as the
three members to the Planning Board.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Krauss to appoint Brian Caldwell, Erik
Henyon and Edward Szczypinski as the three members to the Planning Board.
0:30:38 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:30:55 Vote on the Motion
to appoint Brian Caldwell, Erik Henyon and Edward
Szczypinski as the three members to the Planning Board.
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Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Krauss, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
0:31:07 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson appointed Bill Quinn to the Planning Board. This is the County's
recommendation.
0:33:55 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson asked for the Commission's approval of the appointments.
0:33:59 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss stated that it is fine with him.
0:34:19 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson reiterated that she is appointing Bill Quinn.
0:34:29 2. (Re)Appointments to the City-County Board of Health, from January 12,
2009 (Kissel)
0:35:01 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:35:19 Motion and Vote to (re)appoint Berk Knighton for the City-County Board of
Health designee position.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Rupp to (re)appoint Berk Knighton for the
City-County Board of Health designee position.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Rupp, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
0:35:51 Motion to approve Richard Damon for the City designee to the City County Board
of Health.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Becker to approve Richard Damon for the
City designee to the City County Board of Health.
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0:40:32 Vote on the Motion to approve Richard Damon for the City designee to the City
County Board of Health.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson and Becker.
Those voting No being Crs. Krauss, Rupp, and Mayor Jacobson.
The motion failed 2-3.
0:40:46 Motion and Vote to (re) appoint Brian Leland to the City-County Board of Health.
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Krauss to (re) appoint Brian Leland to the
City-County Board of Health.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, Krauss, Bryson and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being Cr. Becker.
The motion passed 4-1.
0:41:11 3. (Re)Appointments to the Senior Citizen's Advisory Board, from January 12,
2009 (Kissel)
0:41:28 Motion to (re) approve (appoint) Ken Tiahrt and Patricia Phillips and appoint new
applicants Ted Mangun and Donald A. Pierre.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Rupp to (re) approve (appoint) Ken Tiahrt
and Patricia Phillips and appoint new applicants Ted Mangun and Donald Pierre.
0:41:46 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:41:58 Vote on the Motion to (re) approve Ken Tiahrt and Patricia Phillips and appoint
new applicants Ted Mangun and Donald A. Pierre.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Rupp, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
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0:42:06 4. Re-Appointment to the Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Committee, from
January 12, 2009 (Kissel)
0:42:19 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:42:28 Motion and Vote to approve the (re) appointment of Gary Vodehnal.
It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Krauss to approve the (re) appointment of
Gary Vodehnal.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Becker, Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
0:42:49 5. Professional Services Agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue
Intersection Improvements, opened and continued from January 12, 2009 (Hixson)
0:43:00 Rick Hixson, City Engineer
Mr. Hixson stated that on January 12, 2009, the Commission asked that the College and 11th
improvement be researched and deemed that it would be most prudent place to spend the impact
fee money. He stated that the research has been done and recommends that the City move ahead
on the College and 11th project.
0:44:18 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss asked if the sidewalk projects that were identified tonight were eligible for impact
fees.
0:44:30 Mr. Hixson
Mr. Hixson stated that projects need to be capacity expanding. He feels sidewalks are capacity
expanding.
0:45:10 Bob Murray, City Engineering
Mr. Murray stated they (sidewalks) are impact fee eligible.
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0:46:24 Mr. Hixson
Mr. Hixson stated that in terms of intersection improvements, this area would be number 1 right
now. Mr. Hixson stated that a lot of the sidewalk areas identified in the special presentation
given, the City does not have sole jurisdiction over.
0:47:51 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the costs for right-of-way.
0:48:36 Mr. Hixson
Mr. Hixson spoke regarding the cost of the design of the roundabout.
0:49:47 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding his concern of the cost for right-of-way.
0:52:53 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding traffic capacity at the intersection.
0:57:14 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:57:38 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson stated that since 1993 this intersection has needed improving.
0:58:19 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the right-of-way.
0:59:56 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding cost compensation within the agreement.
1:01:52 Motion to authorize the City Manager to sign the Professional Services agreement
for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection Improvements with the understanding that
at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we
stand on the price of acquisition.
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Bryson to authorize the City Manager to sign
the Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection
Improvements with the understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans
and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
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1:04:34 Anna Rosenberry, Finance Director
Ms. Rosenberry stated that there is not a segregated area for right-of-way acquisition; it is within
the street impact fee Capital Improvements Plan.
1:07:20 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson asked that the motion be read back.
1:07:27 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss stated that he does not support the motion. He spoke regarding the need for
sidewalks.
1:10:54 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding the current backed up traffic at the intersection.
1:14:16 Cr. Becker
Cr. Becker stated that this has already been through the process. The timing is right. Need to
move forward with design. It connects to one of the largest employers.
1:18:02 Stacy Ulmen, City Clerk
Ms. Ulmen read back the motion.
1:18:28 Vote on the Motion to authorize the City Manager to sign the Professional Services
agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection Improvements with the
understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans and Specs, we revisit the
issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, and Bryson.
Those voting No being Crs. Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
The motion failed 2-3.
1:18:42 Motion to approve the Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th
Avenue intersection improvements.
It was moved by Cr. Becker to approve the Professional Services agreement for College
Street and 11th Avenue intersection improvements.
1:19:10 Motion to approve the Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th
Avenue intersection improvements died due to a lack of a second.
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1:19:22 Vote changed to Aye on the Motion to authorize the City Manager to sign the
Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection
Improvements with the understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans
and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
Cr. Becker changed his No vote to Aye on the motion to authorize the City Manager to sign
the Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection
Improvements with the understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans
and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
1:19:34 Vote changed to Aye on the Motion to authorize the City Manager to sign the
Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection
Improvements with the understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans
and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
Mayor Jacobson changed her No vote to Aye on the motion to authorize the City Manager
to sign the Professional Services agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection
Improvements with the understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans
and Specs, we revisit the issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
1:19:49 Motion passed to authorize the City Manager to sign the Professional Services
agreement for College Street and 11th Avenue Intersection Improvements with the
understanding that at 60% of the Design Fee Preliminary Plans and Specs, we revisit the
issue to see how we stand on the price of acquisition.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, Bryson, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being Cr. Krauss.
Mr. Key presented an overview of the plan and highlighted non-motorized needs. Planning
efforts began in March of 2007. There was a lot of public outreach on the plan. He spoke
The motion passed 4-1.
1:19:52 6. Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2007 Transportation Plan Update
(Murray)
1:20:08 Bob Murray, Project Engineer
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the Update to the Transportation Plan. This has been in the works
for 2 years.
1:21:48 Jeff Key, Project Manager ‘
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regarding the public draft and the public comments that were received and the common themes
within the public comments.
1:41:59 Joe Gilpin, ALTA Planning and Design
Mr. Gilpin spoke regarding elements in Chapter 6 including complete streets guidelines. Mr.
Gilpin spoke regarding bike lanes and cyclists.
1:53:38 Mr. Key
Mr. Key spoke regarding transit, traffic calming, and roadway networks.
2:12:21 Break
Mayor Jacobson declared a break.
2:30:50 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding mid-block crossings.
2:35:38 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding redesigning streets.
2:39:11 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding parking on arterials and context sensitive design.
2:41:18 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
2:41:38 Mary Anne Amsden, Public Comment
Ms. Amsden of 5588 Patterson Road thanked the consultants. She stated that she is representing
the equestrian community. She requested the addition of 3 sentences in chapter 5 that mention
equestrian users.
2:48:13 Mr. Epple
Mr. Epple spoke regarding equestrian usage.
2:51:50 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the PROST plan.
2:52:50 Christopher Scott, Gallatin County Planning
Mr. Scott spoke regarding the Gallatin County Interconnect plan.
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2:55:16 Ted Lange, Gallatin Valley Land Trust, Public Comment
Mr. Lange spoke regarding the transportation plan and mid-block crossings. Mr. Lange
suggested language be added regarding the mid-block crossings on the Durston Mid-Block
crossing on West Side Trail and the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block crossing.
2:59:01 Chad Bailey, Public Comment
Mr. Bailey of 2522 Landoe Ave, stated that he is representing the Bozeman Area Bicycle
Advisory Board who recommend approval of plan.
2:59:27 Ralph Zimmer, Public Comment
Mr. Zimmer complimented the consultants. He spoke regarding his concern of #13. He would
like language added to the end of section 5.3.2 on page 5-29, take out the words in general
(sentence prior), and add cost estimates are provided for in tables 5.3 are for sidewalk
construction only, but in most cases full street improvements will also be necessary.
3:03:35 Public Comment Closed
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
3:03:45 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the equestrian language and areas where equestrian use could take
place. He spoke regarding interconnectivity. He supports adding language for equestrian users.
He support's Mr. Zimmer's suggested language. He spoke regarding the mid-block crossings.
3:11:48 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding mid-block crossings.
3:13:29 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding removing parking in areas between Olive and Main.
3:14:28 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the UTD language. He would like it removed.
3:16:52 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the relationship of Streamline and the City.
3:20:34 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson stated that this is an impressive document. He supports Cr. Krauss's idea of context
sensitive design for streets. He spoke regarding mid-block crossings.
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3:23:18 Motion to adopt the 2007 Transportation Plan Update (with the TCC’s
recommended Supplemental Changes).
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to adopt the 2007 Transportation
Plan Update (with the TCC’s Supplemental Changes).
3:24:03 Mr. Epple
Mr. Epple asked that the motion be clarified to adopt with the TCC's recommended supplemental
changes.
3:24:09 Clarification of Motion to add adopting (the 2007 Transportation Plan Update)
with the TCC's Supplemental Changes.
Cr. Krauss agreed to clarify his motion to adopt the 2007 Transportation Plan Update, by
adding with the TCC's Supplemental Changes.
3:24:26 Amendment to the Main Motion to amend #13 to add text at the end of section 5.3.2
on page 5-29, take out the words in general (sentence prior), and add cost estimates are
provided for in tables 5.3 are for sidewalk construction only, but in most cases full street
improvements will also be necessary.
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to amend #13 to add text at the end of
section 5.3.2 on page 5-29, take out the words in general (sentence prior), and add cost
estimates are provided for in tables 5.3 are for sidewalk construction only, but in most
cases full street improvements will also be necessary.
3:25:46 Vote on the Amendment to add text at the end of section 5.3.2 on page 5-29, take
out the words in general (sentence prior), and add cost estimates are provided for in tables
5.3 are for sidewalk construction only, but in most cases full street improvements will also
be necessary.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
3:25:55 Amendment to the Main Motion to incorporate the response to the equestrian
comments into 5.5.
Cr. Krauss began to propose an amendment but then deferred to Cr. Rupp.
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3:26:29 Amendment to the Main Motion to adopt the Gallatin County Planning Board
language as it related to the coordination as it relates to the equestrian issue (letter dated
December 15, 2008).
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Becker to adopt the Gallatin County Planning
Board language as it relates to the coordination as it relates to the equestrian issue (letter
dated December 15, 2008).
3:26:51 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp stated that the language is in a letter dated December 15, 2008 signed by Kerry White,
the President of the Gallatin County Planning Board.
3:31:26 Amendment to the Main Motion Withdrawn to adopt the Gallatin County Planning
Board language as it relates to the coordination as it relates to the equestrian issue (letter
dated December 15, 2008).
Cr. Rupp withdrew his amendment to adopt the Gallatin County Planning Board language
as it relates to the coordination as it relates to the equestrian issue (letter dated December
15, 2008).
3:34:23 Mr. Key
Mr. Key read a proposed paragraph regarding context sensitive design as follows: "It is
appropriate to note that there will always be special circumstances that must be considered as
roadway improvements are contemplated. Context sensitive solutions and design as initially
described in Chapter 6, suggests that roadway improvements can be done in harmony with local
community objectives and public interest. The potential does exist that deviation to the proposed
typical sections may be warranted via reduced lane widths, on-street parking, building
placement and orientation and access control features. These should be evaluated on a case by
case basis by Community leaders."
3:35:13 Amendment to the Main Motion to add Mr. Key's suggested language after the last
paragraph on page 9-20, "It is appropriate to note that there will always be special
circumstances that must be considered as roadway improvements are contemplated. Context
sensitive solutions and design as initially described in Chapter 6, suggests that roadway
improvements can be done in harmony with local community objectives and public interest.
The potential does exist that deviation to the proposed typical sections may be warranted via
reduced lane widths, on-street parking, building placement and orientation and access control
features. These should be evaluated on a case by case basis by Community leaders."
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It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to add Mr. Key's suggested language
after the last paragraph on page 9-20, "It is appropriate to note that there will always be
special circumstances that must be considered as roadway improvements are contemplated.
Context sensitive solutions and design as initially described in Chapter 6, suggests that
roadway improvements can be done in harmony with local community objectives and public
interest. The potential does exist that deviation to the proposed typical sections may be
warranted via reduced lane widths, on-street parking, building placement and orientation and
access control features. These should be evaluated on a case by case basis by Community
leaders."
3:36:13 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to add Mr. Key's suggested language
after the last paragraph on page 9-20, "It is appropriate to note that there will always be
special circumstances that must be considered as roadway improvements are contemplated.
Context sensitive solutions and design as initially described in Chapter 6, suggests that
roadway improvements can be done in harmony with local community objectives and public
interest. The potential does exist that deviation to the proposed typical sections may be
warranted via reduced lane widths, on-street parking, building placement and orientation and
access control features. These should be evaluated on a case by case basis by Community
leaders."
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
3:36:25 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding mid block crossings and the language that GVLT wrote regarding the
Durston Mid-Block Crossing on West Side Trail and the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block
Crossing be included in the plan.
3:37:19 Mr. Lange
Mr. Lange clarified that GVLT wants the Durston Mid-Block Crossing on West Side Trail and
the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block Crossing to be added to a separate list to be studied
further.
3:42:52 Amendment to the Main Motion to add Mr. Epple's language after table 5-4 on
page 5-31, continue the narrative to state: "In addition to the projects listed above, the
potential for mid-block crossings described as the Durston Mid-Block Crossing on West Side
Trail and the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block Crossing should be studied."
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It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Krauss to add Mr. Epple's language after table
5-4 on page 5-31, continue the narrative to state: "In addition to the projects listed above, the
potential for mid-block crossings described as the Durston Mid-Block Crossing on West Side
Trail and the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block Crossing should be studied."
3:44:05 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to add Mr. Epple's language after
table 5-4 on page 5-31, continue the narrative to state: "In addition to the projects listed
above, the potential for mid-block crossings described as the Durston Mid-Block Crossing on
West Side Trail and the Oak Street/Regional Park Mid-Block Crossing should be studied."
Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
3:44:22 Amendment to the Main Motion to add the language from the Gallatin County
Planning Board Memo: Page 1-5, Goal #2 (Objectives): Under the second bullet, the
following is the proposed change to the third sub-bullet down: Providing widened
shoulders where possible to accommodate pedestrians/bicycles/equestrians on existing
roadways, with a preference for physical separation between motorized and non-motorized
traffic. Page 1-6, Goal #2 (Objectives): The following new bullet is proposed: Consider
equestrian needs, where appropriate, when planning and designing new roads. Page 2-77:
Add new Section 2.3.22 (Existing Conditions/System Deficiencies): Add supplied photos of
equestrians on narrow and dangerous in-area roads. Add the following text: There are no
public trail systems in the City of Bozeman that allow for equine travel. Historically,
equestrians have used the rural road network of unpaved roads to travel between
equestrian facilities such as MSU and the Fairgrounds. As Bozeman grows, it is becoming
increasingly difficult for them to access these sites. Page 4-22 Chapter 4: Create a new
Section 4.9 to read: The planning boundary for the Update includes areas currently and
historically used by equine riders and drivers. They and other non-motorized residents
have used the unpaved roads as a trail system. As these roads are paved with no shoulder
and no trail, and traffic volumes and speeds increase, these roads become less safe for both
motorized and non-motorized users. Future improvements need to take into consideration
all of these users.
It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Krauss to add the language from the Gallatin
County Planning Board Memo: Page 1-5, Goal #2 (Objectives): Under the second bullet,
the following is the proposed change to the third sub-bullet down: Providing widened
shoulders where possible to accommodate pedestrians/bicycles/equestrians on existing
roadways, with a preference for physical separation between motorized and non-motorized
traffic. Page 1-6, Goal #2 (Objectives): The following new bullet is proposed: Consider
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equestrian needs, where appropriate, when planning and designing new roads. Page 2-77:
Add new Section 2.3.22 (Existing Conditions/System Deficiencies): Add supplied photos of
equestrians on narrow and dangerous in-area roads. Add the following text: There are no
public trail systems in the City of Bozeman that allow for equine travel. Historically,
equestrians have used the rural road network of unpaved roads to travel between
equestrian facilities such as MSU and the Fairgrounds. As Bozeman grows, it is becoming
increasingly difficult for them to access these sites. Page 4-22 Chapter 4: Create a new
Section 4.9 to read: The planning boundary for the Update includes areas currently and
historically used by equine riders and drivers. They and other non-motorized residents
have used the unpaved roads as a trail system. As these roads are paved with no shoulder
and no trail, and traffic volumes and speeds increase, these roads become less safe for both
motorized and non-motorized users. Future improvements need to take into consideration
all of these users.
3:48:31 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to add the language from the Gallatin
County Planning Board Memo: Page 1-5, Goal #2 (Objectives): Under the second bullet,
the following is the proposed change to the third sub-bullet down: Providing widened
shoulders where possible to accommodate pedestrians/bicycles/equestrians on existing
roadways, with a preference for physical separation between motorized and non-motorized
traffic. Page 1-6, Goal #2 (Objectives): The following new bullet is proposed: Consider
equestrian needs, where appropriate, when planning and designing new roads. Page 2-77:
Add new Section 2.3.22 (Existing Conditions/System Deficiencies): Add supplied photos of
equestrians on narrow and dangerous in-area roads. Add the following text: There are no
public trail systems in the City of Bozeman that allow for equine travel. Historically,
equestrians have used the rural road network of unpaved roads to travel between
equestrian facilities such as MSU and the Fairgrounds. As Bozeman grows, it is becoming
increasingly difficult for them to access these sites. Page 4-22 Chapter 4: Create a new
Section 4.9 to read: The planning boundary for the Update includes areas currently and
historically used by equine riders and drivers. They and other non-motorized residents
have used the unpaved roads as a trail system. As these roads are paved with no shoulder
and no trail, and traffic volumes and speeds increase, these roads become less safe for both
motorized and non-motorized users. Future improvements need to take into consideration
all of these users.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Becker, Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
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3:48:45 Cr. Becker
Cr. Becker spoke regarding directing staff to review the potential of the equestrian transportation
corridors.
3:48:59 Amendment to the Main Motion to direct staff to review the potential of equestrian
transportation corridors.
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Becker to direct staff to review the potential
of equestrian transportation corridors.
3:54:36 Motion withdrawn to direct staff to review the potential of equestrian
transportation corridors.
Cr. Krauss withdrew his amendment to direct staff to review the potential of equestrian
transportation corridors.
3:54:40 Amendment to the Main Motion to include the response added to paragraph 5.5 to
include the Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan acknowledges that equestrians are
users of the transportation system and does not make any recommendations to restrict
equestrian access on trails, paths, or roadways where the governing body deems
appropriate.
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to include the response added to
paragraph 5.5 to include the Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan acknowledges
that equestrians are users of the transportation system and does not make any
recommendations to restrict equestrian access on trails, paths, or roadways where the
governing body deems appropriate.
3:56:01 Ms. Ulmen
Ms. Ulmen read back the amendment.
3:56:45 Vote on the Amendment to include the response added to paragraph 5.5 to include
the Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan acknowledges that equestrians are users of
the transportation system and does not make any recommendations to restrict equestrian
access on trails, paths, or roadways where the governing body deems appropriate.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
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3:56:54 Mayor Jacobson
Mayor Jacobson suggested that the Rules be suspended.
3:58:52 Motion to suspend the rules.
It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to suspend the rules.
3:59:04 Vote on the Motion to suspend the rules.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
4:00:01 Amendment to the Main Motion to eliminate any reference of the creation of a
UTD and any reference of time frames of creation of an UTD from the current document.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Becker to eliminate any reference of the
creation of a UTD and any reference of time frames of creation of an UTD from the
current document.
4:02:35 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to eliminate any reference of the
creation of a UTD and any reference of time frames of creation of an UTD from the
current document.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 4-0.
(Cr. Rupp was not at the Dias for the vote)
4:03:35 Vote on the Main Motion to adopt the 2007 Transportation Plan Update with the
TCC’s recommended Supplemental Changes as amended.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Becker, (Rupp) and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
(Cr. Rupp was not at the Dias for the initial vote but later voted Aye)
4:03:51 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss thanked all that were involved.
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4:04:24 Cr. Rupp’s Vote on the Main Motion to adopt the 2007 Transportation Plan
Update with the TCC’s recommended Supplemental Changes as amended.
Cr. Rupp voted Aye on the Main Motion to adopt the 2007 Transportation Plan Update
with the TCC’s recommended Supplemental Changes as amended.
4:06:21 7. Building Department 2nd Quarter FY09 Update (Rosenberry/Risk)
Mr. Kukulski presented the Building Department 2nd Quarter Report FY09 Update. Mr.
Kukulski stated that there is a concern of workloads and one plans examiner has been let go.
Take home vehicles have been eliminated. Discussion took place regarding the work load and
there is consideration of reducing more staff.
4:10:07 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding workload factors and possible staff reductions.
4:10:56 Bob Risk, Chief Building Official
Mr. Risk spoke regarding the inspectors and the work that they do. He spoke regarding existing
permits and the cash reserve.
4:13:04 Mr. Kukulski
Mr. Kukulski spoke regarding the inspections that will be needed for the jail and the waste water
treatment plant.
4:16:38 Ms. Rosenberry
Ms. Rosenberry spoke regarding the estimated revenue.
4:18:50 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the revenues coming in to the department.
4:21:30 Mr. Kukulski
Mr. Kukulski stated that the department is down 4 personnel.
4:23:07 Ms. Rosenberry
Ms. Rosenberry spoke regarding the proposed rates.
4:23:23 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson stated that he wants to see appropriate workload indicators, revenue generation, and
staffing.
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4:24:07 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the workload indicators and that the Commission should look
carefully at the fees.
4:28:16 8. Building Inspection Fund within the Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
for Fiscal Years 2010-2014, Opened and Continued from January 12, 2009 (Rosenberry)
4:28:19 Ms. Rosenberry
Ms. Rosenberry presented the staff presentation on the Building Inspection Fund within the
Capital Improvements Fund. The Commission had asked that staff bring back more information
on a plan for the vehicles within the building department.
4:29:04 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the rotation of vehicles.
4:29:49 Motion and Vote to open the hearing that was continued on the Capital
Improvements Program for Fiscal Years 2010-2014.
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Krauss to open the hearing that was continued
on the Capital Improvements Program for Fiscal Years 2010-2014.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
4:30:07 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
4:30:35 Motion to approve the Building Inspection Fund within the Capital Improvements
Program for Fiscal Years 2010-2014.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Becker to approve the Building Inspection
Fund within the Capital Improvements Program for Fiscal Years 2010-2014.
4:32:35 Vote on the Motion to approve the Building Inspection Fund within the Capital
Improvements Program for Fiscal Years 2010-2014.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Becker, Krauss, Rupp, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
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The motion passed 5-0.
4:32:45 9. Planning Department 2nd Quarter FY09 Update (Rosenberry/Epple)
4:32:51 Mr. Kukulski
Mr. Kukulski stated that the revenues are ahead and that there are no staffing reductions
recommended at this time.
4:33:29 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp commented that this quarter is better than the last quarter.
4:34:03 Mr. Epple
Mr. Epple handed out a supplemental sheet that detailed current and anticipated workloads in
Planning.
4:36:45 10. FY09 General Fund Spending Reductions (Kukulski/Rosenberry)
This item will be added to next week's agenda.
4:36:55 K. Adjourn
4:36:55 Motion and Vote to adjourn.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Rupp to adjourn the meeting.
Those voting Aye being Crs. Bryson, Rupp, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion passed 5-0.
(The meeting was adjourned at 10:47 p.m.)
____________________________________ Kaaren Jacobson , Mayor ATTEST:
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Stacy Ulmen, City Clerk
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PREPARED BY:
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Stacy Ulmen, City Clerk
Approved on ___________________________.
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