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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN, MONTANA
September 14, 1992
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.~ The Commission
of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room,
~ Municipal Building, September 14,
1992, at 3:30 p.m. Present
were Mayor Swanson,
Commissioner Frost,
Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Vincent, Acting City Manager Brey, City
Attorney Luwe and
Clerk of the Commission Sullivan. Commissioner Knapp was absent in
compliance with
Section 7-3-4322(2), M.C.A.
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.
Minutes
Mayor Swanson requested
that action on the minutes for the regular meeting of September
~ 9, 1992, be deferred for one week.
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Preliminarv olat
review - Emerson School site re-alignment and aagregation of lots 1-20. Block C.
Alderson's Addition
and the School Ground Tract of Rouse's 3rd Addition
This was the time
and place set for review of the preliminary plat requested by Consultants
Thomas, Dean and
Hoskins, under Application No. P-9225, to allow for realignment and
aggregation of
Lots 1 through 20, Block C, Alderson's Addition and the School Ground Tract of
Rouse's Third Addition.
The subject site is more commonly known as the Emerson School Site,
and is bounded
by West Babcock Street, South Grand Avenue, West Olive Street and South Fourth
Avenue.
Associate Planner
Arkell presented the staff report. She stated the subject property is
.known as Lots 1 through 20, Block C, Alderson's Addition and the School Ground Tract of
Rouses's Third
Addition, located in the Southeast one-quarter of Section 12, Township 2 South,
Range 5 East, and
the Southwest one-quarter of Section 7, Township 2 South, Range 6 East,
Montana Principal
Meridian. She noted that the property is owned by School District NO.7 and is
commonly known
as the Emerson School site. She noted that the lots were originally platted as
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25-foot by 135-foot
lots. which was typical of subdivisions created in the older portions of the
community; and
the alley lying between those lots was vacated by recent Commission action,
through adoption
of Ordinance No. 1352.
The Associate Planner
stated that under this preliminary plat, the former lots and parcels
. would be aggregated into three tracts; Tract 1 is to remain in the School District's ownership,
and
Tract 2 and Tract
3 are to be sold. She noted that plats involving the aggregation of lots are
usually accommodated
through in-house review; however, since this plat involves more than six
lots, it must be
processed through the public hearing procedure.
Associate Planner
Arkell stated that staff and the Planning Board have reviewed this
application in
light of the eight public interest criteria set forth for subdivision reviews, and found
this application
to be in general compliance. She noted that, following its public hearing on this
application at
the September 1 meeting, the City-County Planning Board voted to recommend
approval of this
preliminary plat, subject to two conditions.
Responding to Commissioner
Frost, the Planner stated that a 30-foot strip was shown on
the original plat;
however, it was not dedicated as a street easement, and it has been incorporated
_into Tract 3.
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Responding to Mayor
Swanson. the Planner stated it is anticipated that Tract 2 will be sold
to the Emerson
Cultural Center, for future expansion of their parking area.
No one spoke in
support of or in opposition to this preliminary plat.
It was moved by
Commissioner Frost, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the
Commission approve
the preliminary plat requested by Thomas, Dean and Hoskins, under
Application No.
P-9225, to allow for realignment and aggregation of Lots 1 through 20, Block C,
Alderson's Addition
and the School Ground Tract of Rouse's Third Addition, subject to the
following conditions:
1.
That the surveyor provide documentation to the Planning Office, prior to
final plat approval, that the existing building does not encroach over the
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newly-relocated lot lines; and
2.
That the following information be shown or corrected on the final plat:
a. The Point of Beginning (P.O.B.) be designated on the
perimeter survey;
b. The Certificate of County Treasurer be amended to delete
"Certificate of Consent" and add "Amended Plat";
c. The Certificate of Director of Public Service be amended
to
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add "... and hereby
accepts the dedication to the City of
Bozeman for public
use " (addition
bolded), and a
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signature line;
and
d. The title of the
plat contain the word "Subdivision".
The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost,
.commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Vincent and Mayor Swanson; those voting No, none.
Annexation reDort - Bridger Creek DeveloDment. consistina of 287.5 acres. COS Nos. 1353 and
1353B. located in Section 31. T15. R6E. MPM (situated north of Bridger Drive. bordered on west
by East Gallatin Recreation Area and East Gallatin River. bordered on east by Story Mill Road)
The Acting City Manager reminded the Commission that a copy of the annexation report
was included in their packets.
Associate Planner Debbie Arkell presented the staff report. She noted that this application
for the Bridger Creek Development annexation was submitted by Golf Course Partners, Inc., owners
of the subject parcels. She noted the 287.5-acre tract is generally located north of Bridger Drive,
and is bordered by the East Gallatin Recreation Area and the East Gallatin River on the west, by
Story Mill Road on the east, and by the City's landfill on the north.
She further noted that
.approximatelY 900 feet of the southern boundary of this property is contiguous to city limits.
Planner Arkell stated that a majority of the parcel is zoned A-S, Agriculture Suburban, with
a small portion being zoned M-1, Light Manufacturing. She noted that the 1990 Bozeman Area
Master Plan designates this area as public open space; however, in 1989 both the City Commission
and the County Commission approved a master plan amendment to change the designation to low
density residential. She
stated further research will be required to determine if an oversight
occurred in development of the 1990 master plan. She then noted that it is anticipated that the
applicant will seek a rezoning of the property to R-2, to allow urban density residential development
and a small piece of B-1, for neighborhood business development; however, it would be possible
to complete development of this parcel through a planned unit development without changing the
.current zoning.
Planner Arkell reminded the Commission that they had previously approved a conditional
use permit for construction of a golf course on this subject property; and that construction is
currently in process. She noted that the golf course encompasses 180 acres of the parcel, which
leaves 107 acres for residential and commercial development.
Planner Arkell stated that with all of the reviews which have been conducted on this
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property, the general character of the project as it has been described, and the previous approval
of the conditional use permit, annexation of this property is the next logical step. She also noted
it has been generally anticipated that residential development on this property would be serviced
by City water and sewer services.
. The Planner then stated that staff review of this application has revealed that a substantial
amount of work will be required to provide water, sewer and transportation network to the subject
site; and a majority of that work will result in costs to the developer. She noted that a water main
is located in Bridger Drive; and that main must be extended to the subject site. She also noted that
this main is served by the Lyman Creek water supply, and this development, when fully developed,
is projected to use a majority of that supply. She then stated that the sewer trunk line is located
along U.S. Highway 10, which is approximately one-half mile away. She stated that extension of
that trunk will require crossing Manley Road and the East Gallatin River.
Planner Arkell stated that one of the conditions for approval of the conditional use permit
for the golf course was to require an update of the 1986 information on transportation figures prior
to opening of the first nine holes of the golf course. She suggested that as a part of this
_annexation, it would be appropriate to require analysis of the figures and what type of
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improvements may be required to the County roads which provide access to the site. She also
noted that a direct access from Manley Road has been suggested by the Director of Public Service,
possibly in conjunction with the sewer main.
The Planner noted the high water table in the area, and the fact that it should be noted on
the subdivision plat. She also noted that this development is anticipated to include residential lots
which back up directly to the City's landfill, and proposed that a 50-foot buffer strip be provided
between the lots and the landfill.
Planner Arkell then stated that staff reviewed this application in light of the eight goals and
twelve policies set forth in Commission Resolution No. 2716; and responses have been provided
.. for each. She then capsulized those written responses, summarizing them by stating that the
= proposed annexation does not substantially conflict with any of the goals; and execution of the
appropriate Annexation Agreement will bring it into general compliance with the policies. She
further noted that annexation appears to be a natural progression in the development process for
this property.
Responding to Mayor Swanson, Planner Arkell stated her intent to send a letter to Gary
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Griffith, School District No.7, seeking input on where they may want to acquire property for
another school site. She noted that once the City has that information, it can work with developers
for the dedication of property for that purpose.
Commissioner Vincent noted the increase in students within the school system in recent
.years. and the fact that the high school is contemplating different options for continuing to use
the
existing building with the increase in student population, including extended days and year-round
school. He noted it is not likely that the voters will approve a bond issue to add onto the middle
and high schools, or construct a new school, since they have just voted to support two new
elementary schools; and he feels that demands will create a severe strain on existing facilities.
Responding to Mayor Swanson, Planner Arkell stated that in June 1991, the Commission
approved the conditional use permit for the golf course; and that approval included a condition that
a linear trail be provided along the south edge of the property, extending to the East Gallatin
Recreation Area, with the location of the trail to be determined in conjunction with the Parks, Open
Space and Trails Committee.
Mr. Rex Easton, President of Golf Course Partners, Inc., noted that two-thirds of the
.Aproperty is to remain in open space; therefore, the 287.5-acre tract will not have as much impact
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on City services as it might otherwise.
He then stated general support for the comments in the
staff report, noting that the issues of water, sewer and transportation will be more fully addressed
at the appropriate times during the development process. He then indicated that the preliminary
plat for this development should be ready to submit to staff within the next week or two.
Responding to Mayor Swanson, Mr. Easton stated that he does not believe it would be
feasible to construct an access road from Manley Road to the golf course, particularly since it
appears that road would need to traverse a State park. He then stated his willingness to work on
a road which would connect Manley Road to U.S. Highway 10, suggesting that would be a more
logical connection.
. Acting City Manager Brey reminded the Commission it has been a long-standing policy to
-require 60-foot wide rights-of-way for streets; however, he suggested it may be appropriate to
acquire different widths of right-of-way within this annexation, particularly if the Commission
wishes to encourage clustered development.
No one was present to speak in opposition to the proposed annexation.
It was moved by Commissioner Stiff, seconded by Commissioner Vincent, that the
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Commission authorize staff to prepare a resolution of intent to annex the subject property and bring
it back for Commission action as soon as possible. The motion carried by the following Aye and
No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Vincent, Commissioner Frost
and Mayor Swanson; those voting No, none.
. Discussion - FYI Items
Acting City Manager Brey presented to the Commission the following
"For Your
Information" items.
( 1 ) Letter from
Opal Dieruf, 209 Henderson, raising concerns about the asphalt pathway
constructed along South Third Avenue.
(2) Agenda and packet
for the City-County Planning Board meeting to be held at 7:00
p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, in the Commission Room.
(3) Agenda and packet
for the Board of Adjustment meeting to be held at 1 :30 p.m.
on Thursday, September 17, in the Commission Room.
(4) Agenda for the
County Commission meeting to be held at 1 :30 p.m. on Tuesday,
~ September 15.
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(5) Agenda for the
Development Review Committee meeting to be held at 10:00 a.m.
on Tuesday, September 15, at the Carnegie Building.
(6) Agenda for the
Design Review Board meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday,
September 15, at the Carnegie Building.
(7) Acting City Manager
Brey submitted his report, as follows. (1) Reminded the
Commissioners that staff needs a response on whether two or three signs per block are preferred
for the neighborhood residential parking districts.
He noted that pictures of the signs will be
available for those Commissioners who were unable to view the signs which were posted a few
weeks ago. (2) Met with residents of the northeast neighborhood a couple weeks ago regarding
. urban renewal. He noted this item will be forthcoming in the next few weeks for Commission
consideration. (3) Announced the meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, at which time
a status report will be submitted on the Idaho Pole Superfund Site.
(4) Noted staff has been
working on possible revisions to the annexation policy over the past couple weeks. He suggested
that steps should be taken to ensure that comments from the School District, Sheriff, rural fire
districts and others be solicited early in the process, if they are impacted.
(5) Noted that the
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Bozeman chapter
of the Coalition of Montanans Concerned with Disabilities has recently been
formed; and they
are interested in the City's roles and responsibilities concerning the Americans
with Disabilities
Act. (6) Noted the RFO for the Senior Center expansion is near completion; and
responses will
be solicited in the near future. (7) Noted the position vacancy for Personnel Director
.has been advertised; and the advertisement for the Grantwriter/Neighborhood Coordinator should
be forthcoming
in the next week. (8) Reminded the Commission that City Manager Wysocki is
attending the ICMA
Conference.
(8)
Mayor Swanson announced that he attended the Legislative Committee meeting for
the Montana League
of Cities and Towns on Friday. He then indicated that he has information from
that meeting which
he will have copied for discussion at next week's meeting, particularly since
these resolutions
will be presented at the League meeting in October for action.
(9)
Mrs. Daria Joyner, Executive Director of the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce,
gave a brief report
on the Balloon Ouest, noting that with the sales, activities and other festivities,
the event seemed
to be a success. She noted that the sunrise launch on Friday went as scheduled;
however, weather
curtailed the remainder of the scheduled activities. She then stated that many
Aof the people attending this event indicated an interest in coming back next year, though it would
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not be a part of
a special activity like this year's travels.
Consent Items
The Acting City
Manager presented to the Commission the following Consent Items.
MultiDle deviations
- Sam Burden. 211 West Peach Street - to allow structure to
encroach 3 feet into 25-foot front yard setback: to allow garaae addition
to encroach 11 feet into 20-foot rear yard setback
Acknowledge receiDt
of SID Detition from Mike Potter for Cascade Subdivision -
imDrovements to West Babcock Street: refer to staff
Authorize Mavor
to sian Findinas of Fact and Order - Preliminarv Dlat for
Westfield Subdivision. Phase III
Proclamation -
"Constitution Week" - SeDtember 17-23. 1992
Claims
. It was moved by Commissioner Vincent, 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 Vincent, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Stiff and Mayor
Swanson; those
voting No, none.
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Adjournment - 4:19
p.m.
There being no
further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved
by Commissioner
Frost, seconded by Commissioner Stiff, that the meeting be adjourned. The
motion carried
by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost,
. Commissioner Stiff, Commissioner Vincent and Mayor Swanson; those voting No, none.
ATTEST:
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ROBIN L. SULLIVAN
Clerk of the Commission
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