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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-09-30 Minutes MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION BOZEMAN, MONTANA September 30, 1991 The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission Room, Municipal Building, September 30, 1991 , at 3.30 p.m. Present were Mayor Hawks, Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Swanson, Commissioner Knapp, City Manager Wysocki, City Attorney Becker and Clerk of the Commission Sullivan. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for discussion. Minutes Mayor Hawks deferred action on the minutes of the regular meetings of August 19 and August 26, 1991 for a period of one week. It was moved by Commissioner Goehrung, seconded by Commissioner Frost, that the Commission approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 23, 1991 , as submit- ted. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Com- missioner Goehrung, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Swanson, Commissioner Knapp and Mayor Hawks; those voting No, none. Ordinance No. 1333 - Zone Map Change - R-3A to R-0 - Tract 30, located in the NEJ, SWJ, Section 12, T2S, RSE, MPM (1102 West Babcock Street City Manager Wysocki presented Ordinance No. 1333, as reviewed by the City At- torney, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1333 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT DESIGNATION FROM AN "R-3A" (RESIDENTIAL--TWO-FAMILY, MEDIUM-DENSITY) DISTRICT TO AN "R-0" (RESIDENTIAL--OFFICE) DISTRICT ON PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS BEING TRACT 30, LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST, MONTANA PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, GALLATIN COUNTY, MONTANA. The City Manager reminded the Commission that the public hearing was held at the regular meeting of September 3, followed by Commission action to approve this requested zone map change. He noted that this ordinance, which effects that change, was provision- ally adopted at the meeting of September 16 and recommended that it be finally adopted at this time. It was moved by Commissioner Frost, seconded by Commissioner Swanson, that the Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1333, amending the zoning designation from R-3A to R-O on the tract commonly known as 1102 West Babcock Street. The motion carried by 09-30-91 - z - the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Swanson, Commissioner Knapp and Commissioner Frost; those voting No, none. Mayor Hawks abstained. Ordinance No. 1334 - adopting regulations in compliance with the Montana Floodplain and Floodway Management Act The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 1334, as reviewed by the City Attorney, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1334 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MONTANA FLOODPLAIN AND FLOODWAY MANAGEMENT ACT. City Manager Wysocki reminded the Commission that this ordinance was provisionally adopted on September 16. He then recommended final adoption at this time. It was moved by Commissioner Swanson, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, that the Commission finally adopt Ordinance No. 1334, adopting regulations in compliance with the Montana Floodplain and Floodway Management Act. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Swanson, Commissioner Knapp, Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Frost and Mayor Hawks; those voting No, none. Status report re agriculture in the Gallatin Valley - Virginia Knerr City Manager Wysocki reminded the Commission that this item was requested by Commissioner Swanson. Commissioner Swanson stated that, as a result of reviewing the information from the economic outlook seminar which Commissioner Knapp attended last winter, he felt it would be valuable for the Commission to receive an update on agricultural issues. He noted that in the economic outlook information, Flathead, Gallatin and Missoula Counties were listed as the fastest growing areas in the State in non-farm labor and personal income. He noted that information further indicated that Kalispell, Bozeman and Missoula are rapidly grow- ing, at the expense of surrounding smaller communities and rural areas. He noted that the first step in addressing an issue is awareness; therefore, he has invited Ms. Knerr to provide a report to the Commission. Ms. Virginia Knerr, County Extension Agent, showed the Commission some charts reflecting the economic health of agriculture, both on a federal and a state level. She noted that the degree of dependence on government payments is higher in Montana than it is on the federal level. She then showed a chart on the costs of producing cattle in western Montana and in eastern Montana. Ms. Knerr stated that livestock is the No. 1 commodity in the Gallatin Valley, with 09-30-91 - 3 - crops being No. 2 and government payments being No. 3. She noted, however, that sheep and hogs are also commodities produced in the Valley; and the markets for all of those commodities impact the farmer, Bozeman and the smaller surrounding communities be- cause of the amount of spendable income available. She stated that most of a farmer's or rancher's profits are dispersed back into the community, particularly through eating estab- lishments, automobile dealers and other retail services. She stated those dollars then turn over four to six times within the community. She noted that a study by Gary Brewster, MSU Ag Economics, suggests that for every increase in benefit in agriculture, an addition- al twenty full time equivalent positions are created in retail services in the community. Ms. Knerr stated that in Montana, the primary economic factors are agriculture, mining, timber and tourism; and in the Gallatin Valley, they are agriculture and tourism. She noted that all of the agricultural items distributed into the markets leave this area, going to Nebraska, Iowa or the Pacific Northwest. She suggested that to develop some type of value-added activities and products in this area could help to generate additional jobs as well as keep more monies in the State. Ms. Knerr stated that the Gallatin Valley is a high producing area for agricultural products, growing some of the best quality hay in Montana and in the nation. She also noted that some of the cattle raised here are considered of extremely high quality, going to the best markets in Nebraska and Iowa. Ms. Knerr suggested that Bozeman could work with the smaller towns in this area, determining what their needs are and attempting to assist in whatever manner possible. She stated that land values around Bozeman have increased dramatically; and some of those in the farming community are selling off land for a profit, thus decreasing the land avail- able for production. Ms. Knerr noted the many restrictions which farmers are facing today. She noted that these include the City's zoning regulations as well as national policies on use of land, wetlands and conservation reserves, and the environmental policy acts, including clean air and clean water. She noted that, since agriculture is so much a part of the economy in Bozeman, the City should carefully consider impacts which its activities may have on the farming community as well as the smaller towns. Ms. Knerr stated that the economic future of agriculture depends on the markets, which are so cyclic that it is difficult to predict what will happen. Responding to Mayor Hawks, Ms. Knerr stated that in the Gallatin Valley, there are approximately 6,500 to 7,000 sheep raised, 66,000 to 67,000 commercial beef cattle and 5,900 dairy animals. She noted that the cattle ranchers typically have larger operations; and the actual number of producers is approximately the same in the cattle industry and the sheep industry. 09-30-91 - 4 - Responding to Commissioner Knapp, Ms. Knerr stated that a value-added industry might be a brewery, which would produce beer, with feed being a by-product. She noted that another option is a flour mill, or a bakery such as Wheat Montana. She suggested that ethynol plants are another option, noting that in addition to the fuel, they would also generate cattle feed as a by-product. She noted that transportation out of this area is the main problem that would be encountered. Ms. Knerr then reviewed the crops which are raised in the Gallatin Valley, which include wheat, barley, canola, hay, and Kaboda squash. Responding to Commissioner Knapp, Ms. Knerr estimated that under three percent of the agricultural products in the Gallatin Valley are hydroponically grown. She suggest- ed that this is an area that probably could be successfully expanded if someone wanted to make the investment necessary to grow produce under artificial conditions. Mayor Hawks stated there seems to be a feeling in this area that agriculture is doomed because of development pressures. He suggested that the agricultural community must show some interest in preserving the agricultural character of the area to maintain it, or agriculture may not exist in twenty years. He then noted that the City's zone code ex- tends only three miles beyond the city limits; and it promotes maintaining open space for agricultural uses by providing incentives for clustering of development. The Mayor then asked what additional incentives can be provided to ensure that the agricultural character of the area is maintained. Ms. Knerr responded that is difficult. She noted that farm families typically go back for generations; however, today's trend is for the children to leave the farm and go into other fields of employment. She stated that as the size of farm families decreases, and parents can no longer do the work or afford to hire the work done, the number of small farms will decrease. Ms. Virginia Knerr suggested that those in urban areas could possibly assist by watching the government programs, providing input which would help the farmers. She suggested this could include change in policy and promotion of agriculture as an industry. She also suggested that to help change the land values, to make them better for use as open space or open range for livestock or raising crops, could help to ensure the preser- vation of agricultural land. Mayor Hawks noted that with government subsidy, there is no free agriculture mar- ket. He then noted the community must recognize the importance of agriculture; and work with rural residents to protect it. Ms. Knerr concurred, noting that the rural residents have indicated an interest in such a cooperation. She then noted that they have questioned why Bozeman needs to grow out, taking up prime agricultural land, instead of growing up through the con- 09-30-91 5 - struction of taller buildings. Commissioner Frost stated concurrence with that comment. He noted that in the conference currently in progress, it was noted that the small farms are the fastest growing in numbers in the nation; most of the food is produced on large farms; but the most cost- efficient farms are the medium-sized. He then asked what is the break-even point for a farm in the Gallatin Valley to be self-sufficient. Ms. Knerr responded that the type of agricultural use and whether the land is ir- rigated or not must be taken into consideration when addressing that question. She then stated that a minimum of 250 head of cattle are needed to break even, estimating that would require approximately 800 to 1 ,000 acres of dry land or 600 acres of irrigated land. She then stated that for grain production, at least 1 ,000 to 1 ,200 acres is necessary be- cause of the machinery costs involved. Commissioner Swanson noted that national figures reflect that 10 percent of farm income is spent on capital debt, while the remaining 90 percent is spent for non-debt items. He then asked what the percentage is for the Gallatin Valley. Ms. Knerr responded it is estimated at 30 percent. She noted that percentage seems to be declining as farmers and ranchers realize the need for becoming better money managers. She then stated that farmers in the Gallatin Valley are among the most pro- gressive managers in the State, recognizing the need to establish a risk management pro- gram to minimize costs as much as possible. The Commission thanked Ms. Knerr for her presentation. Staff report re the Montana Power Company's public input meeting held on September 17 re relicensure request City Manager Wysocki stated that a cover memo from Director of Public Service Phill Forbes, dated September 26, and a copy of the draft application, dated July 26, were in- cluded in the Commissioners' packets. Mayor Hawks stated that a conversation with Ms. Ann Gibson, Montana Power Com- pany, revealed that this application represents the beginning of a ten-year process of per- mitting. Director of Public Service Forbes responded he did not realize the process would be quite so lengthy. He did indicate, however, that Montana Power Company is working on an application date of 1994; and the relicensure will be for a fifty-year period. He then stated it is MPC's desire to balance power generation with other uses in the basin. He stated, however, they are continuing to file objections to any consumptive water rights re- quests that might limit the number of customers that can be serviced in the future. He noted that policy is being reviewed at the present time; and the policy may be changed as 09-30-91 6 - a result of that review. The Director stated that, even though the licensing process has a long ways to go, Montana Power Company is beginning to seek public input. He noted that a comment peri- od is upcoming, should the City decide to comment on the relicensure. He noted that this relicensure process will be a long one, requiring some City input every once in a while. He suggested, however, that it is important to maintain an awareness of the process be- cause of the long-term nature of the licensing and the impacts which it could have on the City's water sources. Commissioner Frost stated that his concern about the amount of water available for Bozeman and its growth was renewed when reading through this draft application. He suggested that the City should be more aggressive in ways to conserve water and in pur- suing new resources. Discussion - possible fall clean-up campaign The City Manager submitted to the Commission a copy of the notice which was pub- lished in the newspaper last year regarding fall clean-up. He noted that the fall clean-up usually begins around the end of October each year. Responding to Commissioner Frost, Director of Public Service Forbes stated that the temporary "no parking" signs seem to work quite well. He noted that if cars are parking along the curb, it is still possible to blow the leaves from under them. He then noted that weather is usually the major factor involved in this program, since it is important to wait long enough for most of the leaves to fall from the trees. He noted that, often imme- diately upon the heels of leaves falling, the snow comes; and it makes the picking up of leaves very difficult. The Director stated that often during the Fall, the Sanitation Department takes calls from individuals who have done some trimming, to ask for a special pick-up. He stated that the Department has had a few of those so far; and they have responded to those calls. Commissioner Swanson noted that last year, an individual was disgruntled after re- turning home to find the hedge along the alley trimmed without any prior notification. He then asked if residents could receive some type of warning notice prior to the City's trim- ming of any vegetation. Commissioner Frost stated that he was notified by the same lady, who lives on West Cleveland Street. He noted that the hedge was a very mature lilac hedge, standing ap- proximately 12 feet high and encroaching substantially into the alleyway. He stated that this year, after last year's trimming, the hedge is healthier than it's been. Director of Public Service Forbes noted that not everyone knows where the alley 09-30-91 - 7 - line is; however, he noted that people generally know when something is encroaching a substantial distance into the alley right-of-way. He stated that he does not promote se- crecy in trimming of encroachments into the alleys; however, he does not feel that City staff should be burdened with the additional steps necessary to individually notify all of those who have encroachments. He then noted that advertisements are run in the newspa- per on a periodic basis, encouraging people to trim encroachments and help to clean up the alleys. Commissioner Swanson suggested that the garbage crews could note encroachments into the alley, generating a list of those to be notified. Commissioner Frost suggested that the garbage crews could affix tags to the gar- bage cans, notifying individuals of the need to trim the trees, shrubbery, hedge or what- ever, in the alley and further indicating the City's intent to trim if they don't. He noted this would eliminate any need for personal contact, and would put the individuals on notice of impending City action. The Director of Public Service stated that the Sanitation Department personnel would welcome Commission support in taking the steps necessary to open up the alleys more. Mayor Hawks stated support for Commissioner Frost's suggestion. Mayor Hawks then asked about the markings on existing sidewalks, and what the City's expectations are. Assistant City Engineer Craig Brawner stated that the annual survey is underway, with deficient sidewalks being painted. He noted that a substantial number of sidewalks are being marked; and after this step is completed, an inventory will be taken to deter- mine how many sidewalk repairs will be required. He emphasized that this is strictly the first step in the process and does not mean that repair will be required immediately. Commissioner Knapp asked if the Commission should set a date for the fall clean-up campaign. The City Manager encouraged the Commission to let the staff set the dates for the clean-up, as has been done in past years. Discussion - items of interest from the MLCT Conference held in Missoula on September 18-20 The City Manager stated the Commission had requested this item be placed on the agenda. He then noted that Commissioner Knapp distributed a memo just prior to the meeting. Commissioner Knapp reviewed the contents of her memo, noting that she attended only one day of the conference. She noted the main issues discussed with the Missoula 09-30-91 - 8 - City Council on Thursday morning; the reasons which Senator Chet Blaylock forwarded in his keynote address for the defeat of the local option tax bill in the last legislative ses- sion; the session on taxation and revenue policy; the session on municipal regulation of cable television; the fair labor standards act and personnel policies; and the comments by Senator Mike Halligan and Representative Fred Thomas. Commissioner Swanson noted that Senator Halligan, and others from the Legislature, emphasized the point that if local governments wait until the legislative session begins to forward their issues, they are too late. He then noted it seems that the biggest issue to face local governments in the upcoming legislative session will be the Big Sky Dividend in some form. He stated that at the present time, it appears there will be an initiative from the Governor, a Democratic plan, and a sub-Democratic plan that voters will be asked to consider. Commissioner Swanson suggested that, given the critical need for infrastructure funding and the issue of local taxation, it is important to educate the citizens as much as possible. He suggested, therefore, that workshops be scheduled to debate the Big Sky Dividend and Democratic proposals in the first quarter of 1992; on subdivision review is- sues in the second quarter of 1992; and on tax reform/local option taxes in the third quarter of 1992. He noted that these workshops should provide some essential information to the legislators as well as residents of the community prior to the beginning of the 1993 legislative session. Commissioner Frost stated he has prepared a memo regarding two items from outside the conference sessions. He noted one is the STEP sewer system, which he mentioned un- der last week's "FYI" items; and the other is the downtown parking structure. He briefly highlighted some of the information on the STEP system, noting it is a three-year project which will cost an estimated $10 million for approximately 1 ,000 lots. He stated the project is being done with monies borrowed from the State at 4 percent interest. He then high- lighted the parking structure, noting it is a beautiful three-story building with glass stair cases. He then expressed an interest in gathering more information about who designed the facility, who built it and how it was funded. Commissioner Frost then showed the Commissioners an article from the Friday, Sep- tember 19, edition of the Missoulian, in which possible traffic issues were listed, so that people would know what's happening and where. He suggested that here, such a listing could include those areas where tree trimming is occurring, or maybe leaf pick-up. Director of Public Service Forbes stated that Assistant City Engineer Craig Brawner has worked with the STEP sewer system, in his prior position with the State. He noted that Mr. Brawner has a wealth of information on the subject, which he would be willing to discuss with the Commission at some time in the future. 09-30-91 - 9 - City Attorney Becker stated that several different topics, of specific interest to at- torneys, were discussed during their two-day workshop. He noted that they received in- formation from MMIA on what should be covered in a sidewalk ordinance; however, he in- dicated it may not be possible for him to get the City's ordinance revised prior to his leaving. He then stated concern over a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision which states that a probable cause hearing must be held for someone arrested without a warrant within 48 hours after arrest. He noted that if someone is arrested on Friday night, this could create problems because of the City's current Monday through Friday Court schedule. Discussion - FYI Items City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Informa- tion" items. (1 ) Agenda for the Highway Commission meeting to be held in Kalispell on Octo- ber 9. (2) Copy of a letter from the State Department of Natural Resources and Conser- vation to Director of Public Service Forbes stating approval of Ordinance No. 1322, which adopted the floodplain regulations. (3) Copy of the Order on Post-Trial Motions in the case Mark Story Construction versus the City of Bozeman, as ruled by District Court Judge Sherlock. (4) Copy of the invitation to bid for the 1991 Street Tree Pruning project, with bid opening scheduled for September 30. (5) Agenda for the City-County Planning Board meeting to be held at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1 , in the Commission Room. (6) Agenda for the Development Review Committee meeting to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 1 . (7) Agenda for the Design Review Board meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m, on Tuesday, October 1 . (8) Agenda for the County Commission meeting to be held at 1 :30 p.m. on Tues- day, October 1 . (9) Copy of the daily minutes for the County Commissioners for the week of September 16, 1991 . (10) Copy of the memo from Planning Director Epple to those submitting comments regarding proposed zone code amendments, dated September 30, 1991 , which sets forth a tentative review schedule. (11 ) City Manager Wysocki asked Director of Public Service Forbes and Fire Chief Shearman to provide a brief report on the recent fire on North Broadway Avenue and the City's ability to fight that fire, particularly in light of some of the newspaper articles on 09-30-91 - 10 - the incident. Director Forbes stated that the northeast sector of the community is an older part of town, with old four- and six-inch water lines. He noted that under today's standards, those lines would not be installed, particularly since the infrastructure provides service to an M-1 , light manufacturing, area. He stated that, independent of the Fire Department's estimate of 3800 gallons per minute being pumped onto the fire, the Water Treatment Plant estimated that 3900 gallons per minute was being pumped. He noted that a discussion with the Fire Marshal revealed that, given the building size and construction, by today's stan- dards, 4000 gallons per minute should be available for firefighting purposes. The Director stated that the Fire Department personnel were required to go through several gyrations to get the water needed; however, he noted it was generally available through the water distribution system. He noted that one of the aggravating factors is that the water line in Broadway is the most exterior line available; and there was no way to backfeed the line through the existing system. He noted that a looped water system in that area is definitely needed; and the recent fire has graphically portrayed that need. He stated that his department will be testing various looped water line systems for that area on its computer model to determine what will provide the best results. The Director then reminded the Commission of the recent increases in water rates, noting that some of those monies are to be utilized to fund a repair and replacement pro- gram; and this is the first fiscal year in which a contracted project will be undertaken to complete a portion of those needed repairs. He noted that the Fire Department's concerns will be taken into consideration when determining which projects should be included in this first major contract. Responding to Mayor Hawks, Director of Public Service Forbes stated that under the 1985 CDBG loan, some of the infrastructure in the northeast sector, which is primarily an older residential area, was upgraded. He stated that it was determined at that time that the six-inch water lines would be adequate, given the size of lines leading to the area and the basically residential character. Fire Chief Allen Shearman stated that, given the size of the warehouse building which burned last Tuesday night, the materials in the building and the exposures, a mini- mum of 4000 gallons per minute was needed to cover. He stated that the Fire Department had nine lines out, each taking 750 to 1000 gallons per minute, when the fire began. He noted, however, that the lines got soft; and the panel on the pumper truck showed 20 pounds, which signals the possibility of drafting the water lines. He stated that three hours into the fire, the firefighters had to lay lines from North Wallace Avenue. He noted that when the fire began, 2200 gallons per minute was adequate; however, one hour into the blaze, the firefighters needed 4000 to 5000 gallons to adequately fight the fire. 09-30-91 - 11 - Fire Chief Shearman stated that the firefighters were aware of the water situation in that area, particularly since the north end of that building had burned to the ground in 1982, when the old four-inch water mains were in place. He then expressed concern about additional proposed commercial development in that immediate area, particularly in light of the firefighting capabilities as they presently exist. City Manager Wysocki noted that the fire had to be fought with water from one side of the structure only, since no water mains fie along the back of the subject structure. Mayor Hawks noted the newspaper reports about lack of fire inspections and busi- ness licenses. Fire Chief Shearman stated that the Fire Department tries to complete routine fire inspections once every eighteen months. He noted, however, that many occupancy changes can occur in an eighteen-month period. He then stated that when reviewing busi- ness license applications, the firefighters check only the proposed new business location due to the need for immediate response. He indicated that, contrary to the newspaper re- port that only one business in the building had a license, only Distlefink and the dance studio didn't have a current business license. Commissioner Frost stated that he looked at the building the day after it burned, and was impressed to see that the north end of the building was relatively undamaged while the south end of the building was essentially destroyed. He then asked if that was due to the fire wall. The Fire Chief responded it was. He noted that when the north end of the build- ing was rebuilt after the 1982 fire, a two-hour fire wall was required. The Chief stated that after the fire had been controlled on Tuesday night, the owner of the north end of the building walked up and shook his hand, thanking him for requiring the fire wall. Responding to observations from Commissioner Frost, the Fire Chief noted that use of fire walls would definitely save the Fire Department time and costs. He then stated that he still has personnel at the site, noting that the fire rekindled about 7:00 yesterday morning. (12) The City Manager submitted his weekly report, as follows. (1 ) Announced the Audit Committee meeting held at 2:30 this afternoon. (2) Distributed a revised timeline for completion of the Middle Creek Dam project, dated August 30. He encouraged any Commissioners who have not done so to take a trip to the dam and see the work being done. (13) Commissioner Swanson stated that he attended the RSVP program honoring senior volunteers last week. He noted that seniors have taken care of the flowers in the downtown area this summer, as one of their projects. He stated that during that program it was noted that ninety volunteers have contributed 40,000 hours of volunteer service to 09-30-91 - 12 - the community over the past year. He noted that at $5.00 an hour, that is $200,000, or approximately seven mills, in assistance from only one group of people. Mayor Hawks suggested that information of this type would be interesting at the next volunteer recognition activities for the City. (14) Commissioner Knapp stated that she attended the Broad Valleys Federation of Libraries meeting at the Belgrade Public Library on Saturday. She noted their new facili- ty, which was completed last year, is very attractive. (15) Commissioner Goehrung submitted the following. (1 ) Stated that he went up Hyalite to view the work being done on the dam this past weekend. (2) Noted that he has already fixed the sidewalk which was marked in front of his house. (3) Noted comments from various sources regarding the shortage of affordable housing. He suggested it may be beneficial to ask a representative from the Habitat for Humanity group or Caren Couch from HRDC to attend the joint meeting with the Missoula City Council on November 2 and provide a report on housing assessments in the community. (16) Commissioner Frost submitted the following. (1 ) Attended the meeting on the entryway overlay design objective plans on Monday night. (2) Toured the Swim Cen- ter on Wednesday evening. (3) Attended the opening of the "Your Town: Designing Its Future" workshop on Sunday afternoon. Also, assisted in opening of the walking tour for the workshop this afternoon. He noted that some of those in attendance had expressed concern about the appearance of North 7th Avenue; but they were impressed with restora- tion activities on the south side of town. (4) Showed the Commissioners information which he had picked up in Missoula concerning disposal alternatives for household hazardous ma- terials. (17) Mayor Hawks submitted the following. (1 ) Attended the tour of the Swim Center on Wednesday evening, along with Commissioners Frost and Goehrung. (2) Attend- ed the annual meeting of the Performing Arts Center Committee, where they announced se- lection of the downtown location. (3) Attended the "Your Town: Designing Its Future" workshop yesterday afternoon and evening. (18) Mayor Hawks requested that the technical staff responses to the proposed zone code amendments be placed on the regular agenda for next week's meeting rather than on the consent agenda, so the Commissioners can begin to raise questions. He sug- gested that this will assist the staff in preparing for the discussion on October 15, espe- cially with the relatively short timeframe which is available for this review. (19) Commissioner Goehrung asked if next week's Commission meeting is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. , in a work session with the County Commission. The City Manager responded that it has been tentatively scheduled; and he will confirm it prior to preparation of next week's agenda. 09-30-91 - 13 - (20) Commissioner Goehrung asked if Columbus Day is a holiday, with Commission meeting being held on Tuesday; the City Manager responded in the affirmative. Consent Items The City Manager presented to the Commission the following Consent Items. Proclamation - "Fire Prevention Week" - October 6-12, 1991 Acknowledge receipt of public input re proposed zone code amendments; refer to staff for review Claims It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Goehrung, that the Commission approve the Consent Items as listed, and authorize and direct the appro- priate persons to complete the necessary actions. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Knapp, Commissioner Goehrung, Com- missioner Frost, Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Hawks; those voting No, none. Adjournment - 5 :15 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, it was moved by Commissioner Goehrung, seconded by Commissioner Frost, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Frost, Commissioner Swanson, Commissioner Knapp and Mayor Hawks; those voting No, none. 09-30-91