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Home My WebLink About08-24-21 City Commission Meeting MinutesBozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 1 of 9 THE CITY COMMMISSION MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA MINUTES August 24, 2021 Present: Cyndy Andrus, Terry Cunningham, I-Ho Pomeroy, Jennifer Madgic, Christopher Coburn Absent: None Staff Present in the WebEx: City Manager (CM) Jeff Mihelich, City Attorney (CA) Greg Sullivan, Deputy City Clerk (DCC) Jesse DiTommaso A) 00:02:17 Call to Order - 6:00 PM - Via WebEx B) 00:02:33 Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence C) 00:03:07 Changes to the Agenda • CM Mihelich announced Consent Agenda Item G5 will be moved to the Action Agenda. D) 00:03:33 Public Service Announcements D.1 There will be no City Commission meeting on August 31, 2021 or September 7, 2021. City Offices will be closed on September 6, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. Labor Day is a garbage holiday and collection will be delayed one day. • DCC DiTommaso provided the Public Service Announcement. E) 00:03:55 FYI • DM Cunningham highlighted continuing water reduction efforts. He announced the Bridger View Redevelopment Project is being developed at a net 0 development envelope. They are inviting other developers and builders onto the site to observe and learn. • Cr. Madgic wished Cr. Pomeroy a happy birthday. • CM Mihelich provided an update on the drought. He noted the transition from summer to fall. F) 00:07:32 Commission Disclosures • There were no commission disclosures. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 2 of 9 G) 00:07:39 Consent G.1 Accounts Payable Claims Review and Approval G.2 Spring Creek Inn Minor Subdivision Final Plat, Application 19510 274-01- Minor Sub Final Plat 12-10-19.pdf SIA Materials 7-27-2021.pdf Signed IA.pdf Spring Creek Inn FP_transmittal to Legal.pdf Spring Creek Inn Minor Sub PP - Findings of Fact.pdf G.3 Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Utility Easement with Life Style Solutions Real Estate for the Ruh Building (18423) Utility Easement G.4 Authorize the City Manager to Sign Temporary Construction Permits and Right-of-Way Documents with Pacific Hide and Fur and with Merganthaler Family, LLC for the Griffin Drive and Manley Road Street and Stormwater Improvements Project 20210824_Pacific Hide and Fur Depot ROW Agreements for City Signature.pdf 20210824_Mergenthaler Family ROW Agreements for City Signature.pdf G.6 Ordinance 2085, Final Adoption to Generally Revise Chapter 2, Article 5 of the Bozeman Municipal Code in Accordance with the Consolidation of the City Advisory Boards Ordinance 2085 Generally Revising Chapter 2, Article 5 of the BMC in Accordance with the Consolidations of the City Advisory Boards.pdf 00:07:58 CM Mihelich provided the highlights of the Consent Agenda. 00:08:33 Public Comment • There were no public comments on Consent Agenda items G1-G4 and G6. 00:11:21 Motion Consent Items 1-4 and 6 as submitted. Christopher Coburn: Motion I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd 00:11:36 Vote on the Motion to approve Consent Items 1-4 and 6 as submitted. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None H) 00:11:55 Public Comment • Mayor Andrus opened the meeting up for general public comment. 00:12:18 Zach Brown, Public Comment DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 3 of 9 • County Commissioner Zach Brown, on behalf of the Gallatin County Commission, provided information on the County Commission Courts Building Bond Initiative that will be on the ballot this fall. 00:21:23 Marilyn King, Public Comment • Marilyn King, the Deputy Superintendent Instruction for the Bozeman Public Schools, commented in support of item G5. 00:25:39 Casey Bertram, Public Comment • Casey Bertram, Superintendent for Bozeman Public Schools, commented in support of item G5. 00:29:16 Courtney Smith, Public Comment • Courtney Smith, on behalf of Montana Racial Equity Project, commented urging the Commission consider the MOU (Item G5) annually. 00:30:15 Dan Mills, Public Comment • Dan Mills, the Principal of Bozeman High School, spoke in support of item G5. 00:33:18 Katie Laslovich, Public Comment • Katie Laslovich, Assistant Principal of Gallatin High School, commented in support of item G5. 00:37:08 Randy VanDyk, Public Comment • Randy VanDyk commented in support of item G5. I) 00:38:59 Action Items G.5 00:39:02 Authorize City Manager to Sign an Agreement Between the City of Bozeman and Bozeman School District 7 Regarding School Resource Officer Pay and Operational Considerations 2021 SRO Contract.pdf 00:39:18 Questions of Staff 00:56:50 Public Comment • There were no public comments. 00:59:39 Motion Authorize City Manager to sign an agreement between City of Bozeman and Bozeman School District 7 regarding continuation of School Resource Officer duties and payment of one-half (1/2) actual salary and benefits for five (5) School Resource Officers by the School District. I-Ho Pomeroy: Motion Terry Cunningham: 2nd 01:00:08 Discussion • Cr. Pomeroy noted the positive goals and effects of SROs, specifically safety. • DM Cunningham spoke in support of the motion as the SRO program has been working based on anecdotal information. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 4 of 9 01:02:49 Recording Error 01:07:06 Discussion Continued 01:07:22 Motion to have the term of the agreement expire June 30, 2021 to be reassessed annually. Christopher Coburn: Motion I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd 01:07:34 Discussion • Cr. Coburn noted the SRO program is working, but reviewing it annually with public input could provide more insight on the program. • Cr. Pomeroy spoke in opposition to the amendment because of the program's current success. • DM Cunningham spoke in opposition to the amendment due to concerns of stability in the partnership and hiring. • Cr. Madgic in support of the 5 year contract and an annual review of the program. • Mayor Andrus will not be supporting the motion in order to keep continuity and consistency with the contract. She is in support of an annual presentation or update of the program. 01:13:50 Vote on the Motion to amend to have the term of the agreement expire June 30, 2021 to be reassessed annually. The Motion failed 1 - 4 Approve: Christopher Coburn Disapprove: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic 01:14:14 Discussion on Main Motion • Cr. Coburn will not be supporting the motion due to the length of the contract. 01:17:41 Vote on the Motion to free form Authorize City Manager to sign an agreement between City of Bozeman and Bozeman School District 7 regarding continuation of School Resource Officer duties and payment of one-half (1/2) actual salary and benefits for five (5) School Resource Officers by the School District.The Motion carried 4 - 1 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Disapprove: DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 5 of 9 Christopher Coburn I.1 01:17:57 Continue the Public Hearing for the 2103 Bridger Drive Annexation and Zone Map Amendment for the Establishment of a Zoning Designation of R-2, Application 21147 01:18:03 CM Introduction 01:18:21 Staff Presentation City Planner Tom Rogers requested the continuation of the public hearing due to a lack of quorum at the August 9, 2021 Zoning Commission Meeting. He requested the hearing be continued to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. 01:19:12 Motion I move to continue the public hearing for the 2103 Bridger Drive Annexation and Zone Map Amendment, application 21147 to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Terry Cunningham: Motion Jennifer Madgic: 2nd 01:19:38 Vote on the Motion I move to continue the public hearing for the 2103 Bridger Drive Annexation and Zone Map Amendment, application 21147 to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None I.2 01:20:17 Continue the Public Hearing for the West Babcock Properties Zone Map Amendment to Rezone 3.4 acres from B-2 to B-2M for Properties Addressed at 102 South 19th Avenue and 1716, 1736, and 1804 West Babcock Street, Application 21192 01:20:18 CM Introduction 01:20:26 Staff Presentation City Planner Tom Rogers requested the continuation of the public hearing due to a lack of quorum at the August 9, 2021 Zoning Commission Meeting. He requested the hearing be continued to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. 01:21:32 Motion I move to continue the public hearing for the West Babcock Properties Zone Map Amendment, application 21192 to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 6 of 9 Jennifer Madgic: Motion Christopher Coburn: 2nd 01:21:37 Vote on the Motion to free form I move to continue the public hearing for the West Babcock Properties Zone Map Amendment, application 21192 to Tuesday, September 21, 2021. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None I.3 01:21:56 Resolution 5276, Establishing and Affixing the Number of Mills to be Charged Against the Assessed Valuation of All Taxable Property Resolution - FY22 Tax Levy Resolution.docx Tax Anlaysis for Res5276.docx Bozeman Certified values recived 7.30.21.pdf Taxable Values History.pdf Recommended FY22 MIll Levies and Values.pdf 01:21:58 City Manager Introduction 01:22:17 Staff Presentation Finance Director Kristin Donald presented the background, certified values, change in mill levy value, urban renewal districts changes, and the staff recommendation. She concluded with the general fund balances and the typical residential property owner impact if the recommended FY22 levy is adopted. 01:28:17 Questions of Staff 01:36:10 Public Comment • There were no public comments. 01:38:49 Motion Move to approve Resolution 5276, establishing and affixing the number of mills to be charged against the assessed valuation of all taxable property. Christopher Coburn: Motion I-Ho Pomeroy: 2nd 01:39:03 Discussion DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 7 of 9 • Cr. Coburn spoke in support of the motion because it is in alignment with the budget that was passed in June. • Cr. Pomeroy spoke in support of the motion for reasons stated by her colleague. • DM Cunningham spoke in support of the motion and spoke about tax fatigue and bills that did not pass the legislature that could help alleviate property taxes and assessments. • Cr. Madgic spoke in support of the motion and noted the cost of living in Bozeman. • Mayor Andrus spoke in support of the motion and agreed with her fellow Commissioners regarding property tax relief. 01:46:13 Vote on the Motion Move to approve Resolution 5276, establishing and affixing the number of mills to be charged against the assessed valuation of all taxable property. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None J) 01:46:32 Appointments J.1 01:46:35 Appointments to the Zoning Commission 05-26-21 CAB Application - M. Genito, reapplicant.pdf 03-24-21 CAB Application - S. Thompson, new applicant.pdf 01:46:40 Public Comment • There were no public comments. 01:47:51 Motion I move to reappoint Mark Genito to the Zoning Commission with a term expiring February 2021 and move to appoint Sam Thompson to the Zoning Commission for a term expiring November 30, 2021. Jennifer Madgic: Motion Christopher Coburn: 2nd 01:49:48 Vote on the Motion I move to reappoint Mark Genito to the Zoning Commission with a term expiring February 2021 and move to appoint Sam Thompson to the Zoning Commission for a term expiring November 30, 2021. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 8 of 9 Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None J.2 01:50:09 Selection of a City Commission Representative to the Gallatin Local Water Quality District 01:50:16 Motion I move to appoint Mayor Cynthia L. Andrus to the Gallatin Local Water Quality District with a term expiring January 1, 2023. Terry Cunningham: Motion Jennifer Madgic: 2nd 01:50:35 Vote on the Motion I move to appoint Mayor Cynthia L. Andrus to the Gallatin Local Water Quality District with a term expiring January 1, 2023. The Motion carried 5 - 0 Approve: Cyndy Andrus Terry Cunningham I-Ho Pomeroy Jennifer Madgic Christopher Coburn Disapprove: None K) 01:50:56 FYI / Discussion L) 01:51:02 Adjournment ___________________________________ Cynthia L. Andrus Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Mike Maas City Clerk DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F Bozeman City Commission Meeting Minutes, August 24, 2021 Page 9 of 9 PREPARED BY: ___________________________________ Jesse DiTommaso Deputy City Clerk Approved on: September 28, 2021 DocuSign Envelope ID: 2E36EF87-7423-47E5-A580-7F98FC8F4B9F