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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-08-29 ccm - ........ .,..........- -" MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION BOZEMAN, MONTANA August 29, 1994 ***************************** e The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room, Municipal Building, August 29, 1994/ at 3:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Frost, City Manager Wysocki, City Attorney Luwe and Clerk of the Commission Sullivan. Mayor Vincent was absent. 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. Authorize absence of Mavor Vincent from meeting in compliance with Section 7-3-4322(2), M.C.A. Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck announced that Mayor Vincent is not present due to illness. I It was moved by Commissioner Youngman, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission authorize the absence of Mayor Vincent from this meeting, in compliance with Section 7-3-4322(2)/ Montana Code Annotated. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Frost and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. Minutes Mayor Tempore Stueck deferred action on the minutes of the regular meetings of August 1, August 8, August 15 and August 22, 1994/ to a later date. e Decision - Commission Resolution No. 2955 - intent to annex 28.759-acre tract located in the SW%. SE%. Section 24. T2S. R5E. MPM (west side of South Third Avenue) This was the time and place set for the decision on Commission Resolution No. 2955/ as approved by the City Attorney, entitled: COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2955 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, 08-29-94 -- .. - 2 - MONTANA, DECLARING IT TO BE THE INTENTION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, THE INHABITANTS THEREOF AND THE INHABITANTS OF A TRACT OF LAND CONTIGUOUS TO SAID CITY OF BOZEMAN, AND HEREIN MORE PARTICULARL Y DESCRIBED, TO EXTEND THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY OF BOZEMAN SO AS TO INCLUDE SAID CONTIGUOUS TRACT WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS THEREOF. Included in the Commissioners' packets were a memo from City Attorney Luwe, dated e August 25, regarding the issue of possible conflicts of interest by three of the Commissioners and a memo from Assistant Planning Director Arkell, dated August 25, responding to several of the issues raised by representatives of the School District. City Attorney Paul Luwe briefly reviewed his memo, in which he addressed the possible conflicts of interest of each of the three Commissioners. He then forwarded his recommendation that the Commissioners vote to invoke the doctrine of necessity and then vote on this request, since it takes an affirmative vote of three Commissioners to act on an item. It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Frost, that the Commission invoke the doctrine of necessity. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Youngman and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. I Assistant Planning Director Debbie Arkell reviewed her memo of August 25, referencing back to her memo of July 20 (actually, her memo dated "July 11, 1994 for your July 25, 1994 meeting") on some of the conditions which staff had recommended for annexation of the subject parcel, which were: 1. That the following rights-of-way be dedicated on the annexation map: a) 45 feet on the south boundary of the property; b) 45 feet along the west boundary of the property; c) 30 feet on the north boundary of the property; d) Up to 50 feet for South Third alignment, with exact width necessary to be determined by the City Engineering Department and the applicant's surveyor prior to completion of the Annexation Agreement. 2. That the applicant shall execute the following waivers of right to protest creation of SID's, which shall specify that in the event SID's are not e utilized for the completion of these projects, the property owner shall agree to participate in an alternate financing method for completion of said improvements on a fair share, proportionate basis as determined by square footage of the property, linear front footage of the property, taxable valuation of the property, or combination thereof, as an attachment to the Annexation Agreement: a) Street improvements to South 3rd Avenue including paving, curb/gutter, sidewalk and storm drainage. 08.29-94 . -.-...-.- - --- - 3 - b) For reconstructing South 3rd from Kagy south through the east-west portion of South 3rd (Graf Street extension). c) Signalization at South 3rd and Kagy Boulevard. 3. That a detailed traffic study including the level of service evaluation assessing the transportation impacts of the future improvements of the site shall be provided by the applicant, and shall mitigate any significant impacts identified in the traffic study and complete any required e improvements necessary to maintain a Level of Service (LOS) "C" at the Kagy/Third; Goldenstein/Third; and Graf/Wagon Wheel/Third intersections, where the traffic study determines the LOS will drop below LOS "C" as a result of the project. 4. The applicant shall participate in the cost of reconstruction of the intersection of 3rd/Graf/Wagon Wheel with the apportionment of the cost based on the traffic study provided by the applicant. 5. That a minimum 20-foot wide recreation easement be provided for the Gallagater Trail along South 3rd Avenue, if additional easement is identified as being needed. 6. That all floodplain and stream location permitting requirement identified by the City Engineering Department be satisfied prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. 7. That the Montana Department of Health and Environmental Sciences, Water Quality Bureau, be contacted by the applicant to determine if an erosion/sediment control permit is necessary, prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. I 8. That the applicant shall extend the water and sewer mains necessary to serve the site. The water main must "loop" in and back to the City water main infrastructure. Plans and specifications and a detailed design report for water and sewer main extensions must be prepared by a Professional Engineer (PE) and shall be provided to and approved by the City Engineer and the Montana Department of Health and Environmental Sciences. The applicant shall also provide Professional Engineering services for Construction Inspection, Post-Construction Certification, and preparation of mylar Record Drawings. Construction shall not be initiated on the public infrastructure improvements until the plans and specifications have been approved and a preconstruction conference has been conducted. Minimum 30-foot wide easements for the water and sewer main extensions shall be granted to the City of Bozeman, prior to construction of said infrastructure. In no case shall the utility be less than 10 feet from the edge of the easement. 9. That the water and sewer main extensions must be constructed to the site prior to construction on the site. Improvements required to the street and/or sidewalk must be completed prior to opening the school. e 10. That the Annexation Agreement include a direct participation clause for financial participation in the correction of sewer system bottlenecks that is acceptable to both the City and the School District. The following language is proposed: Both parties hereby recognize that current capacity problems (bottlenecks) exist in that part of the City's sanitary sewer collection system proposed to serve this tract of land and other tracts within the City limits, upon full development of all served tracts. The City understands and agrees that normally it is the obligation of the City to take action to eliminate said 08-29-94 - 4 - Both parties also hereby recognize and agree that this tract of land is within the "Far West Trunk" sewer service area. Said Far West Trunk currently terminates at US 191 in Valley Unit Subdivision approximately four miles from this tract of land. The use of the more proximate sewer trunk within the Figgins Subdivision by this tract of land is being proposed for the convenience of the landowner and will exacerbate current capacity problems. e In order to mitigate the financial impacts of the City of eliminating said bottlenecks at a point in time determined solely by the City, the landowner hereby agrees to participate in the cost of those improvements needed to eliminate the bottlenecks. The level of participation shall be calculated as a percentage of the costs of such improvements to include design, construction, inspection, and engineering certification at completion. Said percentage will be calculated as the ratio of the peak flow from said tract of land as it relates to the total peak flows within the sewer at each bottleneck at the time of construction of the improvements to eliminate said bottleneck. All sewer improvements necessary to provide sewer service to this tract for its development and use as a school will be done at the sole expense of the landowner only after the design of said improvements have been reviewed and approved by the City of Bozeman Engineering Office and the Montana Department of Health and Environmental Sciences. 11. That water rights or cash-in-lieu thereof, sufficient to meet the peak demands for water after development of the site be provided to the City I prior to final acceptance of the annexation agreement. The preliminary calculations estimate the need at 68 acre-feet per year, with an estimated cash-in-lieu amount of $24,601.51. 12. That the Annexation Agreement include a section that the applicant will submit a plan to be approved by staff that addresses (a) a comprehensive pedestrian facilities needs evaluation for pedestrian access to the school site, and (b) a plan and recommendation for securing the needed improvements. 13. That a storm water plan be submitted to the City Engineering Department for review and approval that includes sufficient site grading and elevation information (particularly for the basin site), typical stormwater detention/retention basin and discharge structure details, basin sizing calculations, and a stormwater maintenance plan. The stormwater maintenance plan shall include plans for development of a system designed to remove solids, silt, oils, grease, and other pollutants from the runoff from the parking areas. This plan must be approved prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. 14. That in the Annexation Agreement, the applicant shall stipulate that in lieu of following all applicable zoning regulations, a Site Development Report e addressing how all conditions placed on the annexation will be met. 15. That a written agreement from the applicant to the City stating that all educational and commercial structures built on the property will be fully equipped with an approved fire sprinkler system be submitted prior to completion of the Annexation Agreement. 16. That an annexation map be provided by the applicant on mylar, no smaller in size than 18" X 24", that clearly delineates the metes and bounds description of the parcel, the legal description of the property, existing 08-29-94 ------------ - 5 - 16. That an annexation map be provided by the applicant on mylar, no smaller in size than 18" X 24", that clearly delineates the metes and bounds description of the parcel, the legal description of the property, existing public utilities and adjacent developments. Said map shall also indicate the minimum improvements, rights-of-way and easements judged necessary through the analysis conducted by affected City departments to provide services to the parcel. e Assistant Planning Director Arkell addressed several of the issues which had been raised by representatives of the School District, providing clarification regarding some of their responses. She noted that under the original staff report, one of the conditions was that a paved secondary access be provided for day-to-day accessibility; however, that condition was eliminated when the July 20 memo was submitted. The Assistant Planning Director stated that Condition No.8 is the biggest issue, based on the testimony forwarded by representatives of the School District. She stated that the zone code requires that water and sewer main extensions be installed prior to issuance of a building permit. The School District is requesting that they be allowed to install the water and sewer lines in conjunction with construction of the school rather than prior to obtaining a building permit. She then forwarded a proposed revision to this condition which would allow for I issuance of a building permit and construction to begin prior to extension of the water and sewer mains, with the understanding that no fire protection will be available and with the stipulation that the water and sewer mains be extended when the shell is substantially complete. She noted that this would be an acceptable alternative to staff, since the shell of the structure is of non-flammable materials, such as masonry and steel. The Assistant Planning Director turned her attention to Condition No. 12, in which she proposed an amendment to require that the missing links in the pedestrian trail system be provided to ensure the safety of children walking to and from the school. She noted that those links are to be provided prior to the opening of the new school. She then noted that Condition No. 14 was amended in the July 20 memo to require that the applicant provide a site development report in lieu of requiring that they meet all applicable zoning regulations. She e stated under this condition, the applicant will still be required to address all life safety and public safety issues, such as adequate, safe access; ample parking; loading and unloading areas; and storm water detention. Assistant Planning Director Arkell concluded her presentation by suggesting that the Commission may wish to amend Condition Nos. 8 and 12; however, she suggested that all of 08-29-94 --------- .-..-.....---- ._~-- ..-.- -- - 6 - the remaining conditions from her July 20 memo remain as originally forwarded. City Manager Wysocki stated it will be difficult to quantify the condition pertaining to future bottlenecks in the sewer system. He noted that, based on conversations with Director of Public Service Forbes, it would be acceptable to delete the requirement that the applicant e bear the costs of correcting those bottlenecks, which would eliminate the blind financial commitment that the applicant would be making. He then proposed that Condition No.4 be amended to stipulate that the School District would contribute $1 2,500 to improving the intersection of South Third Avenue/Graf Street/Westridge Drive rather than the South Third Avenue/Wagon Wheel/Graf Street intersection, which has already been improved. He then noted that the Third/Graf/Westridge intersection improvements will not occur until at least next fiscal year. The Commissioners concurred in that recommended revision. Responding to Commissioner Frost, Assistant Planning Director Arkell reviewed the provisions of Condition No.2. She stated that, while the applicant is being asked to sign a waiver of right to protest the creation of special improvement districts for improvements to South Third Avenue between Kagy Boulevard and Goldenstein Lane, they are being asked to I participate in reconstruction of only that portion of South Third Avenue between Kagy Boulevard and Graf Street, if the boundaries of the district include the school property. Responding to questions from Commissioner Youngman, City Manager Wysocki reviewed the anticipated reductions to the costs projected by the School District. Following that review, Commissioner Youngman noted that the projected costs of $267,000 forwarded by the School District might more realistically be $113,000. The City Manager then noted that if one of the property owners in that immediate area proceeds with development of his property on the timeline anticipated, the costs of looping the water main could be reduced through a cooperative effort. Commissioner Frost requested that a payback provision be attached to Condition No. 8. The City Manager responded by indicating that if the payback is limited, that would be e acceptable. Commissioner Stueck noted that the City Manager's suggestion would limit the payback provisions to only two property owners; the City Manager concurred. At the City Manager's request, the Commission addressed Condition No.9. He proposed that the Commission allow the building permit to be issued for the shell only, with 08-29-94 .-..- --..-.---..-- -- - 7 - water and sewer to be installed before any interior work is begun, and requiring that the water main be looped prior to occupancy. The Commissioners concurred. Commissioner Stueck asked that a payback provision be added to Condition No.8, with that payback limited to the property which the extension passes between Figgins Addition and e the north property line of the School District property. At Commissioner Frost's request, Assistant Planning Director Arkell reviewed the changes which have been made in the conditions, based on this discussion. She stated that Condition No. 4 is amended to require that the applicant participate in the costs of reconstruction of the intersection of South Third Avenue/Graf Street/Westridge Drive in an amount not to exceed $12,500. Condition No.8 is amended to allow the applicant a limited payback on the extension of the water and sewer mains, limited to a payback from property owners between Figgins Addition and the school site. She noted that the applicant will still be required to provide the looped water main. Condition No.9 is to be revised to provide "That a building permit may be issued and construction may begin prior to the extension of water and sewer main extensions to the site, with the understanding that there is no fire protection (i.e., I water source/hydrant) for the site. The water and sewer main extensions must be extended when the shell of the building is substantially complete and the water main looped to Wagon Wheel Road prior to occupancy of the school." She indicated that the remainder of the condition is to remain as forwarded. Condition No. 10 is to be revised to eliminate the requirement for financial participation in the correction of sewer system bottlenecks. Condition No. 12 is to be amended to add a sentence that "A pedestrian trail shall be installed from Westridge Avenue to the existing trail on the west side of South Third, and from the end of the existing trail on the west side of South Third to the school site, prior to opening the school for student use." Dr. Paula Butterfield, Superintendent of Schools, reviewed the expenses which the School District is incurring with this annexation and construction of the new school. She e indicated that the School District is dedicating four acres, at a value of $50,000. It is also installing a sprinkler system in the school at a cost of $140,000, to ensure the safety of the children. She noted that the easements for extension of the water and sewer lines does not currently exist, and expressed concern about possible costs to the School District for acquiring those easements. She then asked if the City would be willing to acquire those easements. She 08-29-94 - 8 - estimated the costs of looping the water main at $260,000 and the cash-in-lieu of water rights payment at $24,000. She expressed concern that this is a substantial cost to the School District and suggested that the City not requirement the cash-in-lieu of water rights payment. Responding to questions from Commissioner Stueck, City Manager Wysocki suggested e that the Commission allow City staff to work with the School District in acquiring the easement for extension of the water and sewer mains. In response to Dr. Butterfield's request that the School District not be required to pay the cash-in-lieu of water rights, the City Manager reminded the Commission that the City has a formula for calculating this payment; and that formula is based on the amount of water needed to service that parcel. He noted the alternative is to provide water rights which are usable to the City, which means those water rights would need to be from Bozeman Creek or Hyalite Reservoir. He then reminded the Commission that this requirement has been in place for several years and has served the City well. Commissioner Frost stated he feels this is a good policy. He then noted that the City has to acquire the water to serve its expansion and new customers; and he supports the I condition as forwarded by staff. Commissioner Youngman pointed out that this is a standard condition; and she feels it would be inappropriate to waive it. Commissioners Stiff and Stueck stated their concurrence. Dr. Butterfield forwarded the concerns of some of the School Board members over waiving their right to protest the creation of special improvement districts. She stated that, while they are not opposed to participating in special improvement districts for improvements to the transportation system in that area, the Board members wish to retain their right to protest what they may feel is an unfair assessment. City Attorney Luwe assured Dr. Butterfield that the waiver of right to protest affects only the ability to protest the creation and boundaries of a special improvement district, noting that the City must ensure that the property is benefitted and that the assessment is e proportionate to that benefit. He then stated that the School District can still express its objection to the creation and boundaries of a proposed district; however, that protest will not count toward the statutory provisions for precluding the City from proceeding with creation. The City Attorney then stated that if the Commission wishes to proceed with this annexation, the next step should be to direct staff to bring back a resolution of annexation after 08-29-94 ----------- --- --- -- - -- - --- -- -------- -------- - . ---- ---.---- ------ .--..--- .... - 9 - Condition Nos. 1 through 16, as amended, have been met and the Annexation Agreement executed. Commissioner Youngman stated her appreciation for the cooperation between the City and the School District which has allowed this request for annexation to proceed. She stated e that efforts have been made to ensure the life safety of the children; and she feels that the conditions which have been developed serve the best interests of the School District and the City. It was moved by Commissioner Frost, seconded by Commissioner Youngman, that the Commission authorize and direct staff to bring back a resolution of annexation upon execution of the Annexation Agreement, subject to the following amended conditions: 1. That the following rights-of-way be dedicated on the annexation map: a) 45 feet on the south boundary of the property; b) 45 feet along the west boundary of the property; c) 30 feet on the north boundary of the property; d) Up to 50 feet for South Third Avenue alignment, with exact width necessary to be determined by the City Engineering Department and the applicant's surveyor prior to completion of the Annexation Agreement. I 2. That the applicant shall execute the following waivers of right to protest creation of SID's, which shall specify that in the event SID's are not utilized for the completion of these projects, the property owner shall agree to participate in an alternate financing method for completion of said improvements on a fair share, proportionate basis as determined by square footage of the property, linear front footage of the property, taxable valuation of the property, or combination thereof, as an attachment to the Annexation Agreement: a) Street improvements to South Third Avenue including paving, curb/gutter, sidewalk and storm drainage. b) For reconstructing South Third from Kagy south through the east-west portion of South Third Avenue (Graf Street extension). c) Signalization at South Third and Kagy Boulevard. 3. That a detailed traffic study including the level of service evaluation assessing the transportation impacts of the future improvements of the site shall be provided by the applicant, and shall mitigate any significant impacts identified in the traffic study and complete any required improvements necessary to maintain a Level of Service (LOS) "C" at the e Kagy Boulevard/South Third Avenue; Goldenstein Lane/South Third Avenue; and Graf Street/Wagon Wheel Road/South Third Avenue intersections, where the traffic study determines the LOS will drop below LOS "C" as a result of the project. 4. The applicant shall participate in the cost of reconstruction of the intersection of South Third Avenue/Graf Street/Westridge Drive, based on apportionment of the cost of reconstruction, in an amount not to exceed $12,500. 08-29-94 ----,.,.,......- .~ - 10- 5. That a minimum 20-foot wide recreation easement be provided for the Gallagater Trail along South Third Avenue, if additional easement is identified as being needed. 6. That all floodplain and stream location permitting requirement identified by the City Engineering Department be satisfied prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. e 7. That the Montana Department of Health and Environmental Sciences, Water Quality Bureau, be contacted by the applicant to determine if an erosion/sediment control permit is necessary, prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. 8. That the applicant shall extend the water and sewer mains necessary to serve the site. The water main must "loop" in and back to the City water main infrastructure prior to occupancy of the school. Plans and specifications and a detailed design report for water and sewer main extensions must be prepared by a Professional Engineer (PE) and shall be provided to and approved by the City Engineer and the Montana Department of Health and Environmental Sciences. The applicant shall also provide Professional Engineering services for Construction Inspection, Post -Construction Certification, and preparation of mylar Record Drawings. Construction shall not be initiated on the public infrastructure improvements until the plans and specifications have been approved and a preconstruction conference has been conducted. Minimum 3D-foot wide easements for the water and sewer main extensions shall be granted to the City of Bozeman, prior to construction of said infrastructure. In no case shall the utility be less than 10 feet I from the edge of the easement. The applicant shall be entitled to a limited payback from property owners between the south boundary of Figgins Addition and the school site at the time of development of those properties and connection to the water and/or sewer mains. The payback shall be limited to a prorated share of the project costs associated with the original installation of the mains, with said costs to be calculated, collected and distributed by the City. 9. That a building permit for the school may be issued and construction may begin prior to extension of the water and sewer mains to the site, with the understanding that there is no fire protection (Le., water source/hydrant) for the site, and that there will be no water available to the site for construction until the water main is extended. The water and sewer mains must be extended when the shell of the main structure is substantially complete; and the water main must loop back to the City water main infrastructure prior to occupancy of the school. Improvements required to the street and/or sidewalk must be completed prior to opening the school. 10. That water rights or cash-in-lieu thereof, sufficient to meet the peak e demands for water after development of the site be provided to the City prior to final acceptance of the annexation agreement. The preliminary calculations estimate the need at 68 acre-feet per year, with an estimated cash.in-lieu amount of $24,601.51. 11. That the Annexation Agreement include a section that the applicant will submit a plan to be approved by staff that addresses (a) a comprehensive pedestrian facilities needs evaluation for pedestrian access to the school site, and (b) a plan and recommendation for securing the needed improvements. 08-29-94 --.'- - 11 - The developer shall install a pedestrian trail from Westridge Drive to the existing trail on the west side of South Third Avenue, and from the end of the existing trail on the west side of South Third Avenue to the school site, prior to opening the school for student use. 12. That a storm water plan be submitted to the City Engineering Department for review and approval that includes sufficient site grading and elevation information (particularly for the basin site), typical stormwater e detention/retention basin and discharge structure details, basin sizing calculations, and a stormwater maintenance plan. The stormwater maintenance plan shall include plans for development of a system designed to remove solids, silt, oils, grease, and other pollutants from the run-off from the parking areas. This plan must be approved prior to issuance of a building permit for the site. 13. That in the Annexation Agreement, the applicant shall stipulate that in lieu of following all applicable zoning regulations, a Site Development Report addressing how all conditions placed on the annexation will be met. 14. That a written agreement from the applicant to the City stating that all educational and commercial structures built on the property will be fully equipped with an approved fire sprinkler system be submitted prior to completion of the Annexation Agreement. 15. That an annexation map be provided by the applicant on mylar, no smaller in size than 18 inches by 24 inches, that clearly delineates the metes and bounds description of the parcel, the legal description of the property, existing public utilities and adjacent developments. Said map shall also indicate the minimum improvements, rights-of-way and easements judged necessary through the analysis conducted by affected City departments I to provide services to the parcel. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Stiff and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. Ordinance No. 1387 - settina salaries for Commissioners. effective Julv 1. 1994 Included in the Commissioners' packets was a copy of Ordinance No. 1387, as approved by the City Attorney, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1387 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1295. FIXING THE SALARIES OF THE CITY COMMISSIONERS AND MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, e IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2.04.070 OF THE BOZEMAN MUNICIPAL CODE. City Manager Wysocki reminded the Commissioners that they had provisionally adopted this ordinance at their meeting of August 15 and recommended that it be finally adopted at this time. 08-29-94 - 12 - It was moved by Commissioner Youngman, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1387, setting the salaries of the Commissioners and Mayor, effective July 1, 1994. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Frost and Mayor e Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. Discussion - desi9nation of voting and alternate voting delegate to the NLC Annual Congress of Cities. to be held in MinneaDolis. Minnesota. on December 1-4. 1994 Included in the Commissioners' packet is a copy of a letter from Donald J. Borut, Executive Director of the National league of Cities. City Manager Wysocki stated that, as a general rule, the Mayor or the Mayor Pro Tempore is designated as the City's voting delegate to the NlC Congress of Cities. Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck noted his difficulty in scheduling a meeting this far in advance, due to his workload. Commissioner Youngman stated a willingness to attend the NLC Congress of Cities. The City Manager suggested that Mayor Vincent could be listed as the alternate voting I delegate. It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Frost, that the Commission appoint Commissioner Youngman as voting delegate and Mayor Vincent as alternate voting delegate to the National League of Cities Congress of Cities, which is to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on December 1 through 4, 1994. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Youngman and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. ApDointment to Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Included in the Commissioners' packets was a memo from Clerk of Commission Sullivan, e dated August 25, listing the applicants for this board. Commissioner Frost nominated Mary Vant Hull, citing her strong support of parks and recreational activities over the years. Commissioner Stiff nominated Don Weaver, citing his "decades of demonstrated sweat equity" and his contributions of parkland over the years. 08-29-94 -- -. ..---.-..-.--.... -.--.--.--- - 13 - The Commissioners then voiced their preferences on the two nominations, which resulted in a two/two split. Because of that split, they decided it would be best to table the appointment of one of these two applicants until next week's meeting. It was moved by Commissioner Frost, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the e Commission table the appointment for a period of one week, until a full Commission is present. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Youngman and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. Discussion - FYI Items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Information" items. (1 ) Memo from City Engineer Craig Brawner, dated August 24, providing a status report on the 1993 sidewalk program. The City Manager noted that 18 of the residents who had committed to private I installation of their sidewalks had failed to complete the work by the August 1 deadline. He then stated that City staff has extended the deadline to September 23 for those sidewalks which are to be privately installed; however, after that date, the City's contractor will be directed to install those sidewalks. Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck stated that, given the workload of the concrete contractors, there is a strong possibility those sidewalks will not be installed by September 23. (2) Letter from Linda Ward, 4747 Heavenly Lane, dated August 21, regarding the new middle school site. (3) Letter from Elinor Bowles, 809 South 3rd Avenue, dated August 23, stating opposition to the proposed Fourth Avenue Linear Park. (4) Letter from Don Bachman, 109 North Broadway Avenue, dated August 24, e withdrawing his appeal of the Cupola project in response to the applicant's withdrawal of the minor site plan application. (5 ) Letter from Caren Couch, Human Resource Development Council, dated August 25, announcing that Mr. Don Belflower, member ofthe CDBG Revolving Loan Fund Committee, has left town. 08-29-94 -..-. -..- ~ 14 - (6) Letter from Jennie Borland, 711 South 10th Avenue, stating opposition to the parking district. (7) Letter from Arnold Craig, 1215 South Grand Avenue, regarding a lost parking permit. e The City Manager asked if the Commissioners want this item placed on the agenda for discussion, or if they want staff to handle the matter under the provisions of the ordinances and resolutions which have been adopted. Commissioner Youngman requested that it be placed on the agenda for discussion. Commissioners Stiff and Frost and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck stated their preference for allowing staff to handle the matter. Commissioner Youngman suggested that, through discussion, the Commission could possibly identify legitimate situations where lost parking permits should be replaced at no cost. Commissioner Frost stated that, if that is something the Commission wishes to pursue, it should first direct the staff to propose what they deem would be a workable process. (8) Letter from Roy Kruger, Portland, Oregon, dated August 23, stating opposition I to the parking district. (9) Letter from Cathy Baumbauer, 312 Y:z North 11th Avenue, dated August 25, thanking the Commission for installation of the bike lanes on South 11 th Avenue and College Street. (10) Copy of a memo from Neighborhood Coordinator/Grantsperson James Goehrung, dated August 12, regarding proposed signage changes at the Willson School. (11 ) Agenda for the Development Review Committee meeting to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 30, at the Carnegie Building. ( 12) Agenda for the County Commission meeting to be held at 1 :30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 30, at the Courthouse. ( 13) The City Manager submitted his weekly report, as follows. (1) Noted the civil e defense sirens rang at 5:05 a.m. today, but he has no answers on why, particularly since telephone service to those sirens was to have been cancelled about a month ago. (2) Reminded the Commission that enforcement within the residential parking district is to begin on September 1. (3) Met with three different people this past week regarding possibilities for affordable housing. (4) Met with Judge Wyckman at the Law and Justice Center last week 08-29-94 ---. - 15 - regarding video arraignments. He noted that this would allow judges to arraign prisoners without them being moved from the Detention Center. (5) Stated that City crews are beginning to clean up the gravel from the chip and seal projects around town. (14) Commissioner Frost submitted the following. (1) Drove around the parking e district today, observing the changes that have occurred as a result of the parking restrictions. (2) Attended the Historic Preservation Advisory Commission meeting, at which the Carnegie Building was discussed. He stated that the HPAC is very concerned about the Carnegie Building and its future, and are interested in finding a way to raise funds to rehabilitate it. He stated they prefer to keep the building as a public building; however, they would support selling it to a private individual for re-use of that is determined the most appropriate way to proceed. He briefly highlighted its historic value to the community, noting it was one of eighteen in the State which were constructed through Carnegie grants. ( 15) Commissioner Youngman noted that this evening's session had been tentatively set aside for a work session with the Planning Board and the Design Review Board. She suggested that since that is no longer scheduled, the Commission select topics to be discussed. I Commissioner Frost asked that such a discussion be delayed for one week, to allow the other Commissioners a week in which to prepare for that type of discussion. Commissioners Stiff and Stueck stated their concurrence. (16) City Manager Wysocki reminded the Commission that discussion of the housing task force recommendations has been scheduled for September 12. He asked that the Commissioners forward any additional thoughts or information they may have to the staff in writing prior to that discussion. ( 17) Commissioner Stiff submitted the following. (1) Has spent a considerable amount of time reviewing the housing task force recommendations this past week. (2) Attended the Parade of Homes this past weekend. (3) Met with residents of the northeast sector this past week, at which time he listened to their concerns and received a packet of information. (4) e Attended the opening program for the School District today. (18) City Attorney Luwe forwarded information from Assistant City Manager Brey regarding the parking district, noting that enforcement within the district will begin on September 1. He noted that some students have found a way to purchase a visitor's tag through another student living in the district so that can park in that area. He reminded the 08-29-94 - 16 - Commission that is a violation of the ordinance; and efforts will be made to ensure those violations are addressed. He then stated that in an informal survey, he and Administrative Services Director Gamradt have been monitoring Garfield Street. The number of vehicles displaying stickers had increased over the past couple weeks from 10f 27 to 4 of 27 to 4 of e 25 to 15 of 27 vehicles parked along the street today. (19) Clerk of the Commission Sullivan reviewed the agenda for next week's meeting, which is to be held on Tuesday because of the Monday holiday. (20) Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck submitted the following. (1) Stated he was at the same events as Commissioner Stiff. (2) Stated he has received a complaint about the neighborhood parking district from a resident on South Grand Avenue who is one block outside the district. (3) Provided an update on development of the park on West Babcock Street. He stated that the well driller should be on the site on Wednesday or Thursday; Montana Power Company is schedule to run power at no cost; and grass seed has been purchased, with planting of the grass seed to be provided by Clair Daines at no cost. The parking lot is beginning to take shape; the ditch has been relocated and the culverts installed; and the area . for the soccer field has been leveled. Consent Items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following Consent Items. Commission Resolution No. 3007 - oroviding that the City will budaet an increased amount of ad valorem tax revenue for Fiscal year 1994-1995 COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 3007 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, PROVIDING THAT THE CITY WilL BUDGET AN INCREASED AMOUNT OF AD VALOREM TAX REVENUE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994-1995. Reauest for cermission to conduct Bozeman Senior Hiah School Homecomina Parade - Saturday. October 1.10:00 a.m. - Main Street from Rouse Ayenue to 15th Ayenue e Authorize absence of Commissioner Stueck from meeting of Seotember 19. in comoliance with Section 7-3-4322(2L M.C.A. Authorize absence of City Manager Wysocki from meetings of Sectember 19 and 26 (attendance at International City Management Association annual conference and annual leave); confirm aDDointment of Assistant City Manaaer Ron Brey as Acting City Manaaer Claims 08-29-94 - 17 - It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Frost, 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 Stiff, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner e Youngman and Mayor Pro Tempore Stueck; those voting No. none. Adjournment - 4:30 D.m. There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved by Commissioner Frost, seconded by Commissioner Youngman, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Youngman, Commissioner Stiff and Mayor Tempore Stueck; those voting No, none. O~ [~ DON E. STUECK Mayor Pro Tempore I ATTEST: (j~;j~4~ ROBIN L. SULLIVAN Clerk of the Commission e 08-29-94