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THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
Monday, December 15, 2014
Mayor - Jeff Krauss: Present (arriving; after call to order)
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Present
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Present
Commissioner - I-Ho Pomeroy: Present
Staff Present: City Manager Chris Kukulski, City Attorney Greg Sullivan and City Clerk
Stacy Ulmen.
A. 05:07:59 PM Call to Order— 5 p.m.— Commission Room, City Hall, 121 North
Rouse
Mayor Pro-Tem Mehl called the meeting to order at 5:07 p.m.
B. 05:08:05 PM Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence
C. 05:08:44 PM Changes to the Agenda
Mayor Krauss asked City Manager Chris Kukulski if there were any changes to the
agenda. Mr. Kukulski stated to authorize the absence of Deputy Mayor Taylor.
05:08:49 PM Motion and Vote to Authorize the Absence of Deputy Mayor Taylor
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
D. 05:09:10 PM Public Service Announcements
05:09:I6 PM City Office Closures and Information for the Holiday Season (Ulmen)
05:11:12 PM Congrats to Deputy Police Chief Rich McLane on his recent graduation.
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05:12:09 PM Affordable Housing Study Update (Sutton)
05:16:26 PM Commission Questions to Staff on Affordable Housing Study Update
The Commission and Staff discussed timing of when the Commission will see the report,
and if they will have input before it is done. Staff welcomed the Commission to take part
in the stakeholders groups and that the report was to be a collection of the Stakeholder's
groups comments.
E. 05:17:39 PM Minutes — October 1, 2014 Joint City-County Meeting and
November 10, 2014 Executive Session Minutes
05:17:53 PM Motion and Vote to approve the rninutes from the October 1, 2014 Joint
City-County Meeting and the November 10, 2014 Executive Session as submitted
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
F. 05:18:19 PM Consent
1. Authorize Payment of Accounts Payable Claims ',-C:3 (LaMeres)
2. Approve Assignments in General Fund to be reported in FY14 CAFR
(Fiscal Year 2014 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report) Ki�L a
(LaMeres)
3. Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Tetra Tech Inc. for
Installation of Two Additional Groundwater Monitoring Wells and One
Round of Sampling at the Story Mill Landfill rl-a (Hixson)
4. Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Tetra Tech Inc. for
continued Post-closure Ground Water and Landfill Gas Monitoring at the
Story Mill Landfill �a (Hixson)
5. First Amendment to License Agreement for the Use of City of Property by
MTPCS Inc with Cedar TowerCo, LLC. " to (Heaston)
6. Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bozeman and
Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology for the Gallatin Valley
Groundwater Availability Assessment 11-a (Heaston)
7. Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for the
Continued Operation of a Streamflow Gaging Station on the East Gallatin
River -a (Heaston)
8. Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bozeman and the
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation providing
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for the Installation and Maintenance of a Stream Gage on Sourdough
Creek 11-a(Heaston)
9. Community Development Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for
Fiscal Years 2016-2020 ` - a (Rosenberry)
10. Fire Capital and Equipment Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for
Fiscal Years 2016-2020 c�L a (Rosenberry)
11. Vehicle Maintenance Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal
Years 2016-2020 7 --CD (Rosenberry)
12. Solid Waste Fund (Collection & Recycling) Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP) for Fiscal Years 2016-2020 a (Rosenberry)
13, Tree Maintenance Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years
2016-2020 `l-a (Rosenberry)
14. Findings of Fact and Order for the Norton East Ranch Phase 3 Major
Subdivision Preliminary Plat Application, Application P14037 G�
(Krueger)
15. Findings of Fact and Order for the Four Points Minor Subdivision
Preliminary Plat, Application P 14041 a (Krueger)
16. FinaI adoption of Ordinance 1901, to amend the Zoning Map to change
from BP Business Park District to B-2 Community Business District on
6.59 Acres plus Adjacent Public Right of Way, legally described as Lot
5A, Minor Subdivision 340A and Lot 4 Minor subdivision 340, located at
536 and 642 Cottonwood Road,Application Z14195 (Saunders)
17. 2015 Beer,Wine and Liquor License Renewals r'�a (Rosenberry)
05:18:22 PM City Manager Highlights.
Mr. Kukulski went over each consent item.
05:21:25 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened public continent on the consent agenda.
No person commented.
Mayor Krauss closed public comment.
05:21:43 PM Motion and Vote to approve Consent Items F. 1-17 as submitted.
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
G. 05:22:01 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened general public comment.
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05:22:25 PM Chris Naumann, Public Comment
Mr. Naumann stated that he is the Executive Director for the Downtown Bozeman
Partnership who along with the TIF districts are committed to the fiber initiative. The
fiber project is an important economic tool.
05:24:03 PM Public Comment closed.
Mayor Krauss closed public comment.
H, 05:24:09 PM Action Items
1. 05:24:10 PM General Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal
Years 2016-2020 c� G (Rosenberry)
05:24:55 PM Staff Presentation
Administrative Services Director Anna Rosenberry gave the staff presentation for the
General Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2016-2020.
05:35:34 PM Commission Questions
The Commission and Staff discussed the Police radios and the network with the Gallatin
County.
05:37:46 PM Continued Staff Presentation
Ms. Rosenberry continued to highlight the general fund projects.
05:44:37 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened public comment.
05:44:50 PM Joseph Swanson, Public Comment
Mr. Swanson stated that he is the President of the Bozeman Protection Police
Association, Spoke regarding concerns regarding unreliability with current police radios.
05:48:07 PM Public Comment closed.
Mayor Krauss closed the public comment.
05:48:17 PM Commission Questions for Staff
The Commission and Staff discussed next steps with the Rouse Justice Center, park
restroom upgrades, stormwater, patrol vehicle replacement, lawnmowers, Bogert pool,
the pergola at Fire Station 3, the professional building carpet replacement, park entrance
signs, Beal floor replacement, point persons for the 911 communication discussions and
revenue growth.
06:27:06 PM Motion and Vote to approve the General Fund Capital Improvement Plan
for Fiscal Years 2016-2020, omitting the lines in the financial summary about the bond
issue for the indoor/outdoor aquatic facility of$23.8 million.
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Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
06:27:41 PM Commission discussion on the Motion
Cr. Mehl stated that the Commission will discuss the bond issue when setting priorities
in 5 weeks.
Mayor Krauss stated that he does not want to imply that he will vote for a new
motorcycle, and it is dangerous waiting on the pool. Have a plan in September to get it
done for the following year for us. Anything that is over$10,000 needs to be on the CIP.
He appreciates the staff s concentration on this.
06:30:23 PM Vote on the Motion to approve the General Fund Capital Improvement
Plan for Fiscal Yearns 2016-2020, omitting the lines in the financial summary about the
bond issue for the indoor/outdoor aquatic facility of$23.8 million.
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
06:30:48 PM Break
Mayor Krauss called for a break.
06:41:30 PM Back to order
Mayor Krauss called the meeting back to order.
2. 06:41:38 PM Broadleaf Annexation and Zone Map Amendment for
Property Located South of Lincoln Street and East of Maple Lane,
allowing the Establishment of an Initial Zoning Classification of R-4
(Residential High Density District) for approximately 0.33 Acres of the
Property contingent upon Annexation into the City of Bozeman, and
Rezoning of approximately 1.63 Acres of the Property from R-1 Zoning
(Residential Single-Household, Low Density District) to R-4 Zoning,
Applications A14002 and Z14280 c�L a (Brekke)
06:42:09 PM Staff Presentation
Staff Planner Allyson Brekke gave the staff presentation for the Broadleaf Annexation
and Zone Map Amendment for Property Located South of Lincoln Street and East of
Maple Lane, allowing the Establishment of an Initial Zoning Classification of R-4
(Residential High Density District) for approximately 0.33 Acres of the Property
contingent upon Annexation into the City of Bozeman, and Rezoning of approximately
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1.63 Acres of the Property from R-1 Zoning(Residential Single-Household, Low Density
District)to R-4 Zoning,Applications A 14002 and Z14280.
06:49:38 PM Commission questions for Staff
The Commission and Staff discussed sewer capacity, water improvements and water
rights.
06:53:55 PM Applicant Presentation
The Applicant representative gave their presentation regarding for the Broadleaf
Annexation and Zone Map Amendment for Property Located South of Lincoln Street and
East of Maple Lane, allowing the Establishment of an Initial Zoning Classification of R-4
(Residential High Density District) for approximately 0.33 Acres of the Property
contingent upon Annexation into the City of Bozeman, and Rezoning of approximately
1.63 Acres of the Property from R-1 Zoning (Residential Single-Household, Low Density
District) to R-4 Zoning, Applications A14002 and Z14280.
06:55:15 PM Commission questions for Applicant
None.
06:55:35 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened public comment.
06:55:42 PM JeriT Pane, Public Comment
Mr. Pape stated that he knows the property well. The sewer capacity issue causes him to
wonder about the City being proactive instead of reactive. Areas going to a greater
density need to be a high target for the Commission next year. He encouraged the
Commission to support the proposal.
06:59:08 PM Mary Price, Public Comment
Ms. Price thanked staff for getting back to her with answers to her questions. She feels
that people didn't get notice in the area and she is opposed to both proposals. She urged
the Commission to learn from the past. Preserve investments, pedestrian safety. She
suggested constructing a Park instead.
07:02:19 PM Rebecca Mariners, Public Comment
Ms. Manners stated that it seems that not all of the properties are being considered. All
properties will be impacted by R4 zoning. She would like the Commission to reconsider
R4 and possible zone the area R2 or remain in same zoning. There is a lot of housing in
this area. She has concerns with the assumption that the character of district is that the
majority housing are not owner occupied,but the properties adjacent are owner occupied.
She spoke regarding the covenant on the property which says that the zoning needs to
remain within a B. She then handed a copy of the covenant to the Clerk.
07:05:43 PM Don Lint,Puhlie Comment
Mr. Lint spoke regarding the dense occupancy and supports the zoning change. Believes
it is for the best next to the University etc.
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07:07:1 1 PM Christina Herinsuite,Public Continent
Ms. Herinsuite stated that her concerns are traffic and parking and urged the Commission
to rethink the zoning. What is currently on the property does not look good. Rezone to
something less dense.
07:08:15 PM Public Comment Closed.
Mayor Krauss closed public comment.
07:08:25 PM Break
Mayor Krauss called for a break.
07:18:11 PM Meeting called back to order
Mayor Krauss called the meeting back to order.
07:18:38 PM Summary of Protest
Ms. Brekke stated that the protests have been counted and that 26% have been received
which meets the Threshold which means that a 2/3rds vote by the Commission must
occur. Ms. Brekke also spoke regarding different noticing methods. Mr. Sullivan stated
that the City is not part of the covenant as described in public comment.
07:20:35 I'M Cr. Pomeroy Disclosure
Cr. Pomeroy stated that she has a business on Lincoln Street and asked the City Attorney
if there was an issue in her taking part in this decision. There is not an issue.
07:21:01 PM Applicant response to Public Comment
No response.
07:21:14 PM Motion that Having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials,public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt tite findings
presented in the staff report for application A14002 and stove to approve the Broadleaf
Annexation with recommended terms of anneiation, and direct staff to prepare an
annexation agreentent for signature by the parties.
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
07:21:51 PM Commission discussion on the Motion
Cr. Pomeroy supports the Motion
Cr. Andrus stated that this meets the standards and she supports.
Cr. Mehl stated that he will be supporting the Motion. This is an appropriate change in
regards to acreage.
Mayor Krauss stated that the property is contiguous and he is going to say yes.
07:23:31 PM Vote on the Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report,
application materials,public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt
the findings presented in the staff report for application A14002 and move to approve
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the Broadleaf Annexation with recommended terms of annexation, and direct staff to
prepare an annexation agreement for signature bu the parties.
Commissioner- 1-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cvntliia Andrus: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
07:23:48 PM Motion that having reviewed and considered the staff report, application
materials,public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt the findings
presented in the staff report for application Z,14280 and move to approve the Broadleaf
Zone Map Amendment with contingencies required to complete the application
processing,
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
07:24:19 PM Commission discussion on the Motion
Cr. Pomeroy thanked the public comment. It makes to make sense to have high density
close to the university.
Cr. Andrus spoke regarding the character of the area and stated that this is land close to
the university and this zoning fits the area.
Cr. Mehl stated that the staff report is convincing.
Mayor Krauss stated that he is opposed. There are plenty of places addressing the
density. One side of the area is zoned RS. He spoke regarding feathered zoning and that
this is a long upstanding neighborhood. He doesn't want to sacrifice every neighborhood
in the City for density.
07:28:28 PM Vote on the Motion that leaving reviewed and considered the staff report,
application materials,public comment, and all information presented, I hereby adopt
the findings presented in the staff report for application Z14280 and move to approve
the Broadleaf Zone Map Amendment with contingencies required to complete the
application processing.
Commissioner- 1-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Disapprove
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner-Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
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3. 07:28:46 PM The Bozeman Fiber Initiative Project Overview and Policy
Direction a(Fontenot)
07:29:45 PM Staff Presentation
Economic Development Director Brit Fontenot and Specialist David Fine gave the staff
presentation regarding the Bozeman, Fiber Initiative Project Overview and Policy
Direction.
07:53:47 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened public comment.
07:53:57 PM JeriT Pape,Public Comment
Mr. Pape spoke regarding Anthony Cochenhour of Hopelight Industries and his past with
fiber efforts in Bozeman . More broadband is better. Take advantage of this. Mr. Pape
spoke regarding cloud based computing and stated that at some point businesses will use
a cloud base approach. The City is missing redundancy and needs to have two different
paths in the event data goes down. This initiative can bring you affordable redundancy.
The local network is used daily by schools and the county and it would be good for the
Commission to have some control over the local area. This has the opportunity to bring
safety.
07:59:07 PM Lam Johnson,Public Comment
Mr. Johnson that that he is the President of the Montana Optics and Photonics Alliance.
They support this initiative and there is a need for affordable highspeed connectivity. Mr.
Johnson urged Commission to support.
08:00:33 PM Ken Fickler, Public Comment
Mr. Fickler stated that he has a company that is part of Mr. Johnson's Photonics group.
His business employs nearly 50 people in the Valley. They are in favor. There is a need
for access to affordable and sustainable internet. His company spoke with Charter and it
is very expensive. He recently did a speed test and the outcome was a low internet speed.
08:02:46 PM Richard Wardel,Public Comment
Mr.Wardel with TCT who is a service provider located in Wyoming. He worked with the
City of Powell on their fiber network. There is a complexity of customers and
requirements. Complexity is going through the roof. There are multiple layers of service.
They are in favor of the proposal.
08:05:37 PM Chris Leonard.Public Comment
Mr. Leonard stated that he has an internet company on Main street and employs 26
people. They are a dissatisfied internet customer. His company uses about 4,000 hours of
internet per month. He is in favor of this proposal and there is a need something publicly
owned.
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08:06:47 PM Daryl Scliliem, Public Comment
Mr. Schliem, CEO of the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce stated that is critical for the
City to look at a fiber network. The Chamber is a partner in the study. Cloud base
computing will grow. They are behind the study.
08:08:30 PM Cheryl Ridkley, Public Comment
Ms. Ridgiey from Bozeman Deaconess Health Services stated that they are a supporting
partner. This is an important initiative and it is vital to their operations and that they
access other facilities and have 22 clinic locations. Affordability is paramount.
08:10:49 PM Ann Schloter,Public Comment
Ms. Schloter spoke in support. Her business works with global customers where all of
their work is done virtually. They need the internet service to keep pace with her
business's growth.
08:12:13 PM Brad Sunnners,Public Comment
Mr. Summers fiom the Bozeman School District spoke in support because it provides a
vision.
08:12:55 PM Bill Procunier, Public Comment
Mr. Procunier has a professional IT support service here in Bozeman. Affordable
broadband is a critical service in Bozeman. There is still a great room of improvement in
current internet. Availability is an issue as well. It is important. Redundancy is huge,
stability. He spoke in support.
08:15:39 PM Matt Johnson,Public Comment
Mr. Johnson spoke in support and is member on the Chamber Board and a private
business. He spoke regarding membership on the board in making sure there is a balance.
08:16:38 PM Jason Weathers,Public Comment.
Mr. Weathers stated that he works for Charter. The hardest thing for them in regards to
the high cost is access into a building. What is being discussed will benefit them as a
provider.
08:18:11 PM Public Comment Closed.
Mayor Krauss closed public comment.
08:18:17 PM Commission questions for Staff
The Commission and staff discussed the difference between broadband and fiber,
reducing cost per person, current internet services, TIF districts, how other communities
are funding these types of projects, revenue stream, competing, timeframes, cost
estimates, School board involvement,phasing and where we currently are with funding.
08:38:32 PM Motion to direct Community and Economic Development staff to return
to the Commission with a proposed Bozeman Fiber Master Plan.
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Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: 2nd
08:39:03 PM Commission discussion on the Motion.
Cr.Andrus stated that she supports this plan and it is a good idea.
Cr. Mehl stated that he supports the motion. Understands that this will be updated in the
next year or two. The importance of tonight is education. Everything that we do is cloud
based. There is importance of redundancy. He appreciates staff thinking about money and
where it will come from. He is encouraged about meeting with Stakeholders.
Cr.Pomeroy stated that this sounds like 2 1"century essential infrastructure.
Mayor Krauss stated that details will matter. The issue to him is not to overpromise. He
has run a redundant cable into the Museum and agrees with running it to big users. He
would like to know if we address blight and it should be investigated. TIFs are due to
blight. He doesn't feel investment in Bozeman is lacking. Investment in this kind of
infrastructure could be better.
08:49:07 PM Vote on the Motion to direct Community and Economic Developinwit
staff to return to the Comm&-&ion with a proposed Bozeman Fiber Master Plan.
Commissioner- Ctinthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
4. 08:49:37 PM Resolution 4572, Memorandum of Understanding between
the City of Bozeman and The Trust for Public Land regarding the Story
Mill Community Park, a Land Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Park
property, and a License Agreement for ongoing development activities by
TPL `l-Cm (Poissant)
08:50:36 PM Staff Presentation
Parks and Recreation Director Mitch Overton gave the staff presentation for Resolution
4572, Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bozeman and The Trust for
Public Land regarding the Story Mill Community Park, a Land Purchase and Sale
Agreement for the Park property, and a License Agreement for ongoing development
activities by TPL.
09:02:56 PM Commission questions for Staff
The Commission and Staff discussed inspection of the property.
09:03:44 PM Public Comment
Mayor Krauss opened public comment.
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09:03:51 PM Madie Pope,Public Comment
Ms. Pope with the Trust for Public Land stated that she is committed to working on the
master plan and continue to involve the public in the process. The group is enhancing
habitat and are working hard on a match for grant funds.
09:06:06 PM Questions from the Commission
The Commission and Ms. Pope spoke regarding the 8 acre pocket neighborhood set aside
and the affordable housing component in regards to this park area.
09:08:20 PM Public Comment closed.
Mayor Krauss closed public comment.
09:08:32 PM Motion that having considered public comment and the recommendations
of staff, I hereby move to adopt Resolution 4572 authorizing the City Manager to sign:
(i) a binding Memorandum of Understanding with TPL describing the City's and
TPL's respective obligations related to the Story Mill Community Park Project; (fi) a
Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement.for acquisition of the Park property by the
City upon the City Attorney's determination that all legal requirements have been met
including approval by the City Attorney of an updated preliminary title commitment;
and(iii) a License Agreement granting TPL limited rights to access the Park property
after conveyance to the City for the purpose of its ongoing development activities and
for fulfilling its obligations pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding.
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner-I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd
09:09:21 PM Commission discussion on the Motion
Cr. Mehl stated that staff worked hard on this. In regards to the match, promises are
being fulfilled. Great to see the private public-partnership come together.
Cr. Pomeroy agrees with Cr. Mehl. She really wants to see affordable housing in the
area.
09:10:58 PM Vote on the Motion that having considered public comment and the
recommendations of staff, I hereby move to adopt Resolution 4572 authorizing the
City Manager to sign: (i) a binding Memorandum of Understanding with TPL
describing the City's and TPL's respective obligations related to the Story Mill
Community Park Project; (ii) a Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement for
acquisition of the Park property by the City upon the City Attorney's determination that
all legal requirements have been met including approval by the City Attorney of an
updated preliminary title commitment; and (iii) a License Agreement granting TPL
limited rights to access the Park property after conveyance to the City for the purpose
of its ongoing development activities and for fulfilling its obligations pursuant to the
Memorandum of Understanding.
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Motion
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomerov: 2nd
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Mavor-Jefl'Krauss: Auvrove
Deputy Mayor-Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
5. 09:11:09 PM Appointments to the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board
a (Ulmen)
The Commission decided to take care of the Cemetery board appointments before this
item.
09:12:24 PM Commission discussion
09:12:28 PM Motion and Vote to appoint Dillon Turn to the December 31, 2014 term
position on the Bozentan Area Bicycle Advisory Board.
Commissioner- 1-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy ayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
09:13:42 PM Motion and Vote to appoint Zach Steffl to the vacant position on the
Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board that expires on December 315t, 2015.
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion
Commissioner- Cvnthia Andrus: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor:Absent
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
6. 09:11:54 PM Reappointments and Appointment to the Cemetery Advisory
Board K;� a(Ulmen)
09:11:56 PM Motion and Vote to reappoint Scott Urban, Lowell Springer and Don
Derby to the Cemetery Advisory Board and to appoint Marypat Zitzer to the vacant
position on the Cemetery Advisory Board.
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Motion
Commissioner- Chris Mehl: 2nd
Mayor-Jeff Krauss: Approve
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Deputy Mayor- Carson Taylor: Absent
Commissioner-Chris Mehl: Approve
Commissioner- Cynthia Andrus: Approve
Commissioner- I-Ho Pomeroy: Approve
I. 09:14:26 PM FYI/Discussion
L Meeting this Friday at 3:30 p.m. with Local Legislators to begin the dialog
for the upcoming legislative session. Mayor Krauss stated that he is
interested in how water rights agreement in the western part of the state
affects the city water rights.
2. Mr. Kukulski thanked Ms. Rosenberry for her and her team's hard work-
on the CIP.
3. Cemetery Board and Staff have been approached about transferring land to
the State for a National Veteran's Cemetery. Mayor Krauss would like to
see this discussed with the goals in January and to make it a priority.
J. 09:17:23 PM Adjournment
Mayor Krauss adjourned the meeting at 9:17 p.m.
Jeffrey K. Krauss
Mayor
ATTEST:
r St#cy.UImen, CMC
F City Clerk
PREPARED BY:
Stacy Ulmen, CMC
City Clerk
Approved on: 1-05 AU15
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