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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-23-09 Minutes, City Commission LINKED MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION BOZEMAN, MONTANA March 23, 2009 ********************** The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in the Commission Room, City Hall at 121 North Rouse on Monday, March 23, 2009. Present were Mayor Kaaren Jacobson, Cr. Sean Becker, Cr. Eric Bryson, Cr. Jeff Krauss, Cr. Jeff Rupp, City Manager Chris Kukulski, Assistant City Manager Chuck Winn, Planning Director Andy Epple, Interim City Attorney Bob Planalp, and City Clerk Stacy Ulmen. A. Call to Order - 4 p.m. -Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse A quorum of City Commissioners was not present for the budget presentations. B. Special Presentations- Budget Presentations 4:00-5:00 p.m. Library 5:00-5:30 p.m. City Manager's Office (Neighborhoods, Clerk, Human resources) 5:30-6:00 p.m. Break 1:39:00 C. Call to Order Regular Meeting - 6 p.m. -Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North Rouse Mayor Jacobson called the meeting to order. 1:39:06 D. Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence 1:39:42 E. Changes to the Agenda Mayor Jacobson asked City Manager Chris Kukulski if there were any changes to the agenda. 1:39:49 Chris Kukulski, City Manager Mr. Kukulski stated that there were not any changes to the agenda. 1:39:57 F. Public Service Announcements 1:40:03 2. CMC Remediation Project 1:40:07 Dustin Johnson, Project Engineer Mr. Johnson presented a Public Service Announcement regarding the progress on Wallace Street and the asbestos project. The project has officially started with the majority of the work taking place on private property. This will take a couple of months. 1:44:51 1. 19th and College Street Intersection Closure (Arkell) i Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 1:45:16 Debbie Arkell, Public Works Director Ms. Arkell presented a Public Service Announcement regarding the construction beginning at the intersection of 19th and College Street. 1:47:05 G. Minutes -February 17, 2009 and February 23, 2009 1:47:12 Motion and Vote (to approve the minutes February 17, 2009 and February 23, 2009). It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Becker (to approve the minutes February 17, 2009 and February 23, 2009). Those voting Ave being Crs. Rupp, Becker, Krauss, Bryson, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 5-0. 1:47:27 H. Consent 1. Authorize Payment of Claims (LaMeres) 2. Authorize City Manager to sign an Agreement for Codification Services with Municipal Code Corporation (Ulmen) 3. Approve Resolution No. 4150, Establishing the Use and Fees of the City Commission Room located in the City of Bozeman, City Hall as incorporated in Exhibit A (Ulmen) 4. Approve Additional Changes to the 2007 Transportation Plan Update (Murray) 5. Ratify City Manager's signature on CompuSource Contract for Voice and Data Cabling for Fire Station No. 3 and the County 911 Emergency Communications Center (Goehrung) 6. Ratify City Manager's signature on an Agreement with Nishkian Monks, PLLC for Structural Project Peer Review Services for Structural Plan Check on Four Structures within the Water Reclamation Facility Project (Arkell) 1:47:33 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 1:47:46 Motion and Vote to approve Consent items 1 & 2, and 4-6. It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Krauss to approve Consent items 1 & 2, and 4-6. Those voting Ave being Crs. Becker, Krauss, Bryson, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being Cr. Rupp. The motion passed 4-1. Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 1:48:07 Consent Item #3. Approve Resolution No. 4150, Establishing the Use and Fees of the City Commission Room located in the City of Bozeman, City Hall as incorporated in Exhibit A. 1:48:11 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding item 3. Cr. Becker questioned the lights and said that the remotes are difficult to use. He requested that a cheat sheet be created for using the equipment. 1:49:27 Stacy Ulmen, City Clerk Ms. Ulmen spoke regarding the costs associated with the electricity. 1:50:00 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker asked if a cheat sheet has been put together for running the lights and equipment. 1:50:07 Ms. Ulmen Ms. Ulmen stated that a cheat sheet would be created. 1:50:20 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker questioned the key issuance. 1:50:42 Ms. Ulmen Ms. Ulmen spoke regarding the access that will be given with the keys. 1:51:20 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker wondered about installing a key pad. He wants to know how the City Manager will adjudicate who (non-profits) benefit local government. 1:52:23 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski stated that the City does not want turn the room into a profit engine. 1:53:43 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker stated that he has concerns of the liability coverage amount in that it will detour a lot of folks from using the room. 1:55:45 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson said he also is concerned about the liability amount. Maybe add a provision that the insurance waiver can be overrode. 1:57:13 I. Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 1:57:43 J. Action Items 1:57:46 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski opened the first action item. 3 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 1:57:49 1. Resolution No. 4154, Establishing Recreation and Aquatic Program Fees (Public Hearing) (Dingman) 1:58:03 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson opened the public hearing. 1:58:07 Ron Dingman, Parks and Recreation Director Mr. Dingman gave the staff presentation for Resolution No. 4154, Establishing Recreation and Aquatic Program Fees. The increases proposed are more reflective of the fees throughout the west. 2:05:39 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommended approval of the proposed fees. 2:05:54 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson asked when the last increase took place. 2:05:57 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated in 2007. 2:06:11 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding the level of service. 2:06:29 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding the subsidy for County Residents. 2:07:42 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding the proposed costs of the annual adult swim passes. 2:08:47 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding free admission. 2:09:17 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that there is not an official scholarship program or policy in place regarding income levels. This is being looked at. 2:09:52 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the family of 4 swim pass. 2:10:12 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson wondered if now is a good time to raise these fees. 2:10:47 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that the City is trying to keep things affordable. 2:11:26 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. 4 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 2:11:59 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski spoke regarding user fees. 2:12:34 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the administrative charges. 2:13:18 Anna Rosenberry, Finance Director Ms. Rosenberry spoke regarding the costs of running a recreation program. 2:14:29 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated that he would like to see a scholarship program. 2:15:26 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the cost recovering from the non-tax payer base. It looks like we are raising rates evenly. 2:17:15 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson stated that she feels that it is not a good time to be raising these fees, especially the aquatic fees. She is concerned about the swim pass for a family of 4. She spoke regarding administration. 2:20:30 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the timing of the rate increases and administrative costs. He would like to see the scholarship take place. 2:22:09 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the possibility of a check out system for the pool. 2:23:28 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman spoke regarding the administration costs. He understands the feeling of the economy with the fees. Mr. Dingman stated that they are trying to be in line with others around the nation. 2:25:22 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman spoke regarding the process of verifying County residents when charging to use the facility. 2:25:42 Public Hearing closed Mayor Jacobson closed the public hearing. 2:25:50 Motion to table this discussion (with the direction that staff come back with further discussion about ascholarship/check-out program, the County-City discussion, and cost recovery family of 4-how many trips would they have to make to pay for the membership). It was moved by Cr. Krauss. seconded by Cr. Brvson to table this discussion (with the direction that staff come back with further discussion about ascholarship/check-out Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 program, the County-City discussion, and cost recovery family of 4-how many trips would they have to make to pay for the membership). 2:26:44 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding her concern of the swim pass fees. 2:27:38 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated his concern is the family swim pass. 2:31:19 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker stated that he would like to see the County fees go to 100%. He stated that swim lessons are not recreation, they are for safety and it is a critical skill that has value. The $5 fee for the class is acceptable. 2:37:07 Vote on the Main Motion to table this discussion (with the direction that staff come back with further discussion about ascholarship/check-out program, the County-City discussion, and cost recovery family of 4-how many trips would they have to make to pay for the membership). Those voting Ave being Crs. Krauss; Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 5-0. 2:37:18 2. Resolution No. 4155, Establishing Rental Fees for the Lindley and Beall Centers (Public Hearing) (Dingman) 2:37:22 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski presented the second agenda item. 2:37:49 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson opened the public hearing. 2:37:54 Ron Dingman, Parks and Recreation Director Mr. Dingman gave the staff report regarding Resolution No. 4155, Establishing Rental Fees for the Lindley and Beal Centers. The fees are the same for both facilities. 2:41:34 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that he wanted the rates to be standard for all parks and recreation facilities. 2:42:49 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding the annual operation costs and repair and maintenance. 2:45:29 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson asked if the remodel at the Beall is finished. 2:45:34 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated yes but that there will be annual floor maintenance and the south deck needs to be done. 6 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 2:46:24 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 2:46:37 Motion to approve Resolution No. 4155, Establishing Rental fees for Lindley and Beall Centers. It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Rupp to approve Resolution No. 4155, Establishing Rental fees for Lindley and Beall Centers. 2:46:50 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson closed the public hearing. 2:49:48 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated that he is struggling with the $260 cost for a full day. 2:50:23 Vote on the Motion to approve Resolution No. 4155, Establishing Rental fees for Lindley and Beall Centers. Those voting Ave being Crs. Bryson, Rupp, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 5-0. 2:50:42 3. Resolution No. 4156, Establishing Rental Fees for the Story Mansion (Public Hearing) (Dingman) 2:50:45 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski opened the third agenda item. 2:51:34 Ron Dingman, Parks and Recreation Director Mr. Dingman gave the staff presentation regarding Resolution No. 4156, Establishing Rentals fees for the Story Mansion. The fees are comparable to others in the area. We have not come up with a good number of what it is going to cost to run the facility at this time. Mr. Dingman spoke regarding the fee schedule. 2:57:54 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that the grounds are not included. 2:58:06 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that the grounds were approved in a separate resolution. 2:58:12 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss asked about access to restrooms. 2:58:29 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that a key system to get into the restrooms is being set up. They are accessible from the outside. 7 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 2:59:39 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. 2:59:54 Jane Klockman, Public Comment Ms. Klockman of 713 South Willson complimented the City Staff. She spoke regarding the library in the Story Mansion and recommended that it be rent out separately. 3:01:32 Public Comment closed Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 3:01:39 Public Hearing closed Mayor Jacobson closed the public hearing. 3:01:52 Motion to approve Resolution No. 4156. It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Becker to approve Resolution No. 4156. 3:02:05 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp spoke regarding having tables and chairs available to use at the Story Mansion. 3:02:45 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that there will be tables and chairs available. 3:02:56 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the possible renting of the library area in the Story Mansion. 3:03:05 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that we may be able to make it an hourly rate. 3:06:00 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding administrative costs. He spoke regarding non-profit groups. 3:09:53 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the pricing structure and feels it is too high. 3:15:04 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding renting the grounds. 3:16:41 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding a set up and tear down time. 3:16:54 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker stated that there should be something added for set up and tear down time. 3:18:16 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that the $1,700 should cover the facility. 3:19:26 Valarie Shaffer, prior Manager for the Moss Mansion in Billings Ms. Shaffer stated that she lives here in Bozeman. She spoke regarding the Moss Mansion including the rental of the grounds and interior of the building. She stated that the Commission 8 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 should take into consideration if alcohol on the grounds and suggested that a security guard should be required. She spoke regarding parking issues. 3:22:45 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding alcohol permits. 3:23:05 Mr. Dingman Mr. Dingman stated that there is a requirement for an alcohol waiver permit. 3:23:18 Debbie Arkell, Public Works Director Ms. Arkell stated that an alcohol waiver is required in all public facilities including parks. 3:24:20 Amendment to the Main Motion to add the library to the fee schedule at $15 per hour if it is available (if nobody is using the facility) and that the $1,700 includes the grounds, and that there be a requirement if liquor is served for over 50 (verified through staff), that they have a security guard. It was moved by Cr. Runty, seconded by Cr. Krauss to amend the Main Motion to add the library to the fee schedule at $15 per hour if it is available (if nobody is using the facility) and that the $1,700 includes the grounds, and that there be a requirement if 11gUOr is served for over 50 (verified through staffl, that they have a security guard. 3:27:06 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker wondered if the amendment should include a setup and tear down time. 3:28:29 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss reiterated his second to the amendment. 3:28:41 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the notice for using the library. 3:29:26 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss suggested that with an early one or two day's notice, charge $150-$200 for an early set up fee. We should have some flexibility. 3:31:13 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson suggested a 12 month 1/2 price rate. 3:31:49 Amendment to the Main Motion that the first 12 months of operation, that these prices are in half. It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Runty that the first 12 months of operation, that these prices are in half. 3:32:18 Stacy Ulmen, City Clerk Ms. Ulmen read back the amendments and the main motion. 3:33:24 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion that the first 12 months of operation, that these prices are in half. 9 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, Morch 23, 2009 Those voting Ave being Crs. Bryson, Rupp, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson. Those voting No being Cr. Krauss. The motion passed 4-1. 3:33:39 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to add the library to the fee schedule at $15 per hour if it is available (if nobody is using the facility) and that the $1,700 includes the grounds, and that there be a requirement if liquor is served for over 50 (verified by staff), that they have a security guard. Those voting Ave being Crs. Rupp, Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 5-0. 3:34:14 Vote on the Main Motion as Amended to approve Resolution No. 4156, to add the library to the fee schedule at $15 per hour if it is available (if nobody is using the facility) and that the $1,700 includes the grounds, and that there be a requirement if liquor is served for over 50 (verified by staff), that they have a security guard, and that the first 12 months of operation, that these prices are in half. Those voting Ave being Crs. Rupp, Becker, Krauss, Bryson, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 5-0. 3:34:49 Break 3:48:26 4. Provisional adoption of Ordinance No. 1759, Amendments to Ordinance No. 1726, providing for the amendment of Chapter 2.01 by amending the sections on Financial Disclosure, Post Employment Prohibitions and Definitions (Public Hearing) (Planalp) 3:48:55 Bob Planalp, Interim City Attorney Mr. Planalp gave the staff presentation for Ordinance No. 1759, Amendments to Ordinance No. 1726, providing for the amendment of Chapter 2.01 by amending the sections on Financial Disclosure, Post Employment Prohibitions and Definitions. He explained that he has incorporated the Commission's changes from the last meeting including removing some requirements of the board of ethics, requiring the manual for the ethics is due within a year, and post employment prohibitions and definitions. 3:50:39 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding post employment activities. 3:51:59 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding the financial statement language. 3:52:15 Mr. Planalp Mr. Planalp stated that the language for that section came from state statute regarding legislators. 10 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, T009 3:52:36 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss he is not sure that we need to adopt the state standards. 3:57:48 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding post employment activities. 4:00:51 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson stated that a Commissioner should not be able to come back for a year regarding post employment activities. 4:03:42 Mr. Planalp Mr. Planalp asked the Commission to determine what practices would be prohibited 4:04:29 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson said in his opinion it should only prohibit employment with the City. 4:07:27 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski suggested adding a disclosure of what the individual was involved in. 4:08:15 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding the financial disclosure. 4:10:14 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson stated that the issue is disclosure, not prohibition. 4:11:24 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 4:11:51 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated that he agrees with intent of prohibition. 4:14:41 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss asked what a reasonable financial disclosure should be. 4:18:49 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding reporting assets. 4:20:05 Mr. Planalp Mr. Planalp spoke regarding the value of assets and disclosure. 4:20:53 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that section 2.01.100 Financial Disclosure. It was suggested to add: The financial "disclosure" Statement. 4:24:34 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker suggested changes in section B. #3, each business, firm, corporation, partnership or other business of professional entity or trust in which the individual holds and interest "of 10% 11 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 or more", #4 ... in which the individual is an officer or director or "registered agent", #5... in which the individual holds and interest "of 10% or more". 4:27:57 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss suggested the following language to 4 "...... in which the individual is an officer or director or "registered agent". 4:30:22 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding duties and powers of the board. 4:35:04 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding advisory boards. 4:40:04 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson closed this item and added that staff will make the changes to the Ordinance. 4:41:15 5. Regional Park Dinosaur Playground Informal Review, Application No. I- 08019 (Skelton) Mr. Kukulski opened the 5th agenda item. 4:41:42 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson opened the public hearing. 4:41:46 Dave Skelton, City Planner Mr. Skelton gave the staff presentation regarding the Regional Park Dinosaur Playground Informal Review. Mr. Skelton stated that there has not been any public comment received on the project. 4:48:19 Michael Harris-Applicant Mr. Harris stated that he is the Director of Gallatin County Conservation and Parks. He deferred the applicant representative Bob Farrington 4:48:42 Bob Farrington Mr. Farrington stated that he is with the parks committee. The park is a 15,000 ft playground and they are hoping to have it built by June 20th. The approximate budget is $170,000. 4:53:10 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding ADA parking spots. 4:54:08 Mr. Harris Mr. Harris stated that has been investigated and signs will be posted. 4:55:00 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. 4:55:14 Stan Wagner, Public Comment Mr. Wagner stated that he is the president of the board of 4 parks. He stated that he has been involved with the project since 2006. The ADA accessibility has been addressed. 12 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, Marth 23, 2009 4:56:02 Public Comment closed Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 4:56:31 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp wished the group well on this endeavor and thanked those involved. 4:57:47 6. Possible Modification to Noticing Requirements for Zoning Projects (Saunders) Mr. Kukulski introduced action item #6. 4:59:05 Chris Saunders, Assistant Planning Director Mr. Saunders gave the staff presentation regarding possible noticing requirements for Zoning Projects. He highlighted public hearings. 5:06:11 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the proposed decrease to the applicant in the advertising fees. 5:06:27 Mr. Saunders Mr. Saunders spoke regarding the current fee schedule. 5:07:24 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson stated that he is in favor of reducing maps and fees and doing what we can to make sure that we notice appropriately. 5:07:49 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding putting maps in the legal section and asked if the local news paper has been contacted regarding providing a consistent location of noticing. 5:08:25 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding our advertising costs. 5:08:49 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski stated that near $100,000 is the estimated expense for advertising. 5:10:14 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 5:10:56 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated that he likes having the maps in the layouts in the advertisements. 5:12:29 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that he likes the maps in the display ads. He spoke regarding the website and how it can be utilized. He spoke regarding the demolition of contributing structures in that it should remain a public hearing. 13 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 5:15:30 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding the cost of the maps. 5:18:01 Mr. Saunders Mr. Saunders spoke regarding the process of noticing. 5:19:09 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding the process of home based business complaints. 5:20:33 Motion and Vote of (formal advice) to not retain the project map in the newspaper notices, do include specific information on owner and applicant, do use the legal notice format only, modify public hearings to public meetings only for home based business complaints and common open space maintenance, and that the conditional uses be optional to the staff s recommendations. It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson (formal advice) to not retain the project map in the newspaper notices, do include specific information on owner and applicant, do use the legal notice format only, modify public hearings to public meetings only for home based business complaints and common open space maintenance, and that the conditional uses be optional to the staffs recommendations. Those voting Ave being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson. Those voting No being Cr. Rupp. The motion passed 4-1. 5:22:30 7. Story Mansion Proposed Boundary Realignment (Eppley Mr. Kukulski opened action item 7. 5:22:36 Mr. Epple Mr. Epple gave the staff presentation regarding the Story Mansion Proposed Boundary Realignment. 5:25:49 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker asked about the 25 ft buffer. 5:25:57 Mr. Epple Mr. Epple stated that 25 ft is a general buffer and spoke regarding rear and front yard setbacks. 5:26:59 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that a parkland setback is important to him 5:28:34 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker spoke regarding the eastern boundary of the carriage house. 5:30:29 Public Comment Mayor Jacobson opened public comment. No person commented. Mayor Jacobson closed public comment. 14 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 5:30:51 Motion and Vote to approve the Story Mansion subdivision as platted by staff in the staff report and cut the side yard setbacks down to 15ft. It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Krauss to approve the Story Mansion subdivision as platted by staff in the staff report and cut the side yard setbacks down to 15ft. Those voting Ave being Crs. Becker, Krauss, Rupp, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being Cr. Bryson. The motion passed 4-l. 5:34:04 8. City Vehicle MaintenanceBus Barn Shared Complex Proposal (Arkell) 5:34:09 Cr. Rupp Cr. Rupp stated that he feels that he has a conflict of interest in the discussion and he excused himself from the discussion. 5:35:10 Debbie Arkell, Director of Public Works Ms. Arkell spoke regarding recent funding that the HRDC has to build a facility. Staff has been looking at how to build a joint facility. She spoke regarding possible site locations. She spoke regarding possible funding sources of the project. 5:40:40 Ms. Arkell Ms. Arkell said that staff has looked into funding for this and it is bleak at this time. 5:42:25 Motion and Vote to suspend the meeting to 10:45 at the latest. It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson o suspend the meeting to 10:45 at the latest. Those voting Ave being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mavor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 4-0. 5:42:45 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the prior action by the School Board to designate land in 2004 for an HRDC bus barn. 5:44:07 Cr. Bryson Cr. Bryson wondered why the Commission is providing direction for this right now. 5:44:26 Ms. Arkell Ms. Arkell stated that the City has begun with the pre-design for the vehicle maintenance complex. The City was approached by HRDC. 5:45:27 Mr. Winn Mr. Winn spoke regarding the benefits of having a successful partnership with HRDC. 15 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 5:48:23 Mayor Jacobson Mayor Jacobson spoke regarding the use of stimulus funds. 5:50:31 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated that he does not have a problem with entering a 99 year lease with HRDC. 5:53:11 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss stated he is concerned where the money will come from on the City's side. 5:54:36 Mr. Kukulski Mr. Kukulski spoke regarding the Solid Waste Fund. 6:02:53 Cr. Krauss Cr. Krauss spoke regarding growth estimates on the sewer plant. 6:03:30 Ms. Rosenberry Ms. Rosenberry spoke regarding the scenario behind the growth projections. 6:06:30 Ms. Arkell Ms. Arkell stated that there is a site plan for the area. Ms. Arkell stated that there are some funds that the City received for tree damage that could be used to begin the process. 6:09:43 Cr. Becker Cr. Becker stated that there seems to be an interest by the Commission to move forward but that they need more information. Need to look at the cost of locations, and rate proposals. 6:14:43 Motion to continue working on it (the proposal to construct a shared facility for city vehicle maintenance and the Streamline Bus Barn, with a future phase for City Streets/Sign & SignaUForestry Divisions; enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with HRDC for the construction of a shared facility; and commit funding for the City's costs of the facility) It was moved by Cr. Krauss, seconded by Cr. Bryson to continue working on it (the proposal to construct a shared facility for city vehicle maintenance and the Streamline Bus Barn, with a future phase for City Streets/Sign & SignaUForestry Divisions; enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with HRDC for the construction of a shared facility; and commit funding for the City's costs of the facility). 6:15:19 Mr. Winn Mr. Winn summarized what the Commission would like to see pursued including revisiting rate increases, using tree money, and the amount of money the HRDC is willing to include, and sand storage. 6:16:54 Vote on the Main Motion to continue working on it (the proposal to construct a shared facility for city vehicle maintenance and the Streamline Bus Barn, with a future phase for City Streets/Sign & Signal/Forestry Divisions; enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with HRDC for the construction of a shared facility; and commit funding for the City's costs of the facility). 16 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 Those voting Ave being Crs. Krauss, Bryson, Becker, and Mayor Jacobson. Those voting No being none. The motion passed 4-0. 6:17:03 K. FYI/Discussion 6:17:06 1. Reminder of Budget Presentations on Monday, March 30, 2009 (Kukulski/L11men) 6:17:16 2. Reminder of Policy Meeting on Thursday, Apri12, 2009 (Kukulski/LTlmen) Ms. Ulmen stated that there has been some discussion to move the policy meeting to Thursday, Apri19, 2009 and also to move May's to the May 14th. There was a general consensus from the Commission to do this. 6:18:21 3. Hearing in front of Transportation Committee at Legislature regarding Redflex, red light camera bill. Mr. Kukulski stated that the Mayor, PD, and himself will be heading to the hearing in front of Transportation Committee at Legislature regarding Redflex, red light camera bill tomorrow. 6:18:45 4. Fee for glass replacement-Bozeman Explosion Mr. Kukulski spoke regarding fees for window replacement downtown. 6:20:43 5. Introduction of Ordinance No. 1758 amending sections of Chapter 10.24, Speed Limits, of the Bozeman Municipal Code (Public hearing scheduled for Apri16, 2009) (Arkell) Ms. Arkell spoke regarding the changes to Ordinance No. 1758 and stated that this will be coming before the Commission for provisional adoption. 6:23:00 L. Adjournment Mayor Jacobson adjourned the meeting at 10:50 p.m. ~~ ~~ Kaaren Jacobso ,Mayor ATTEST: Sta y Ul en, City Cl k 17 Minutes of the Bozeman City Commission, March 23, 2009 PREPARED BY: tacy m n, Cit Clerk Approved on S - ($ - p 18