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12-02-19 City Council Meeting MinutesKALISPELL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 2, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers, 201 First Avenue East A. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Mark Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Mayor - Mark Johnson: Present Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Present Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Present Council President - Chad Graham: Present Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Present Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Present Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Present Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Present Staff members present included City Manager Doug Russell, City Attorney Charles Harball, City Clerk Aimee Brunckhorst, Senior Planner Jarod Nygren, Planning Director Tom Jentz, Public Works Director Susie Turner, Planner PJ Sorensen, Environmental Specialist Casey Lewis, Senior Engineer Keith Haskins, Fire Chief Dave Dedman, and Police Chief Doug Overman. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. AGENDA APPROVAL Motion and Vote to remove item E2. from the consent agenda. Council President - Chad Graham: Motion Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Page 1 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on voice vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. E. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the consent agenda will be accepted by one motion. If a council member desires to discuss an item separately, the item can be removed from the consent agenda by motion. 1. Council Minutes — November 18, 2019 3. Confirmation of Officer Tara Oster Tara Oster has completed her probationary period with the Kalispell Police Department and Council confirmation is requested. Motion and Vote to approve the consent a1zenda as amended. Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Motion Council Member - Rod Kuntz: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. Chief Overman spoke regarding the abilities and accomplishments of Officer Tara Oster. Mayor Johnson then congratulated Officer Oster and pinned her badge on. Officer Tara Oster said a few words saying she is excited to be starting her Officer career here in Kalispell and thanked her family, friends, and fellow officers for their support. F. PUBLIC COMMENT Persons wishing to address the council on any issue not on the agenda are asked to do so at this time. Those addressing the council are requested to give their name and address for the record. Please see the last page of the agenda for the proper manner of addressing the council. Please limit comments to three minutes. Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Page 2 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 Sid Daoud, Public Comment Mr. Daoud of 1942 Teal Drive spoke in opposition to the racism and anti-sematic vandalism that occurred recently in response to the community's strong stance against hate driven ideologies. He spoke further about the effects of these actions on individuals and the need to stand together to decry hate speech. Cherilyn Devries, Public Comment Cherilyn Devries, of 200 Drake Drive spoke on behalf of Love Lives Here thanking the Mayor for his recent powerful, comforting statement concerning diversity and acceptance for all people in Kalispell. Love Lives Here would like to provide the city with assistance in creating a positive community response decrying the anti-sematic vandalism done a second time to the Community Spirit monument...She provided specific action items and resources that they would like to offer in partnership with the city. She gave background regarding the activities that have been seen recently and spoke about the consequences. Rabbi Francine Roston, Public Comment Rabbi Roston with the Glacier Jewish Community B'nai Shalom represents over 200 households in the Flathead Valley. She spoke regarding past white supremacist activities that the community has come together to fight. She further spoke regarding the damage that is caused by white supremacy and the actions that can happen to combat these groups. Ina Albert Secher, Public Comment Ms. Secher spoke regarding the history of white supremacy actions in the valley over the years and the strong support and actions of the community in opposition to those actions, and the need to continue opposing hate speech. 00:24:30 Rabbi Allen Secher, Public Comment Rabbi Allen Secher spoke regarding the need for the community to stand against anti-Semitism, and asked the Council to stand against white supremacy. 00:28:07 Joe Unterreiner, Public Comment Mr. Unterreiner, CEO of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce and Convention Center would encourage the city council to stand up and say that Kalispell is a city that represents tolerance for all religious beliefs. Mr. Unterreiner then spoke of the retirement of Planning Director Tom Jentz and thanked him for his great leadership over the years. Mr. Unterreiner spoke as a Board of Director member for the Hockaday Museum of Art regarding the assets the museum provides to the community and then introduced Alyssa Cordova as the new Director for the Hockaday Museum of Art. 00:30:57 Alyssa Cordova, Public Comment Ms. Cordova introduced herself and spoke regarding her new position at the Hockaday Museum of Art, and upcoming community activities. 00:33:02 Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment. Page 3 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 G. PUBLIC HEARING — Re-establishment of Tourism Business Improvement District Council will accept comments related to the reestablishment of the Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District. Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing and called for public comment. Diane Medler, Public Comment Ms. Medler, Director of the Kalispell Convention and Visitors Bureau and representative for the Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District spoke regarding the history of the TBID and the accomplishments of the TBID. She then spoke to the public comment provided by Love Lives Here, and the importance of attracting a diverse group of visitors, and urged Council to work with Love Lives Here to make Kalispell as welcoming as possible. Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment. H. REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND SUBSEQUENT COUNCIL ACTION Persons wishing to address the council on individual agenda items will be asked to do so following staff reports. Please see the last page of the agenda for the proper manner of addressing the council. Please limit comments to three minutes. 1. Jaxon Ridge — Annexation, Zoning, and Preliminary Siderius Construction, LLP is requesting permission for annexation of 3.9 acres with an initial zoning of City R-4, and preliminary plat approval for a 24-lot townhouse subdivision at 1702 South Woodland Drive. Director Tom Jentz provided the staff report on this item. Council questions for staff. Public Comment Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Eric Mulcahy Public Comment Mr. Mulcahy with Sands Surveying spoke on behalf of the applicant mentioning additional setback for the slope/slough in the back of the property. Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment. a. Resolution 5950 — Annexation Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5950, a resolution to provide for the alteration of the boundaries of the City of Kalispell by including therein as an annexation certain real property described as the South 286 feet of Lots 1-5, Block 4 of Greenacres North-West Subdivision in Section 17, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, to be known as Jaxon Ridge Addition No. 443, to zone said property in accordance with the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, and to declare an effective date. 00:49:11 Discussion on the motion. Page 4 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Motion Council Member - Kyle Waterman: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. b. Ordinance 1832 — First Reading_ Initial Zoningof f City R-4 Motion and Vote to approve the first reading of Ordinance 1832, an Ordinance to amend Section 27.02.010, official zoning map, City of Kalispell Zoning Ordinance 1677, by zoning certain real property more particularly described as the South 286 feet of Lots 1-5, Block 4 of Greenacres North-West Subdivision in Section 17, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana (previously zoned County R-2 Residental) to City R-4 (Residential), in accordance with the Kalispell Growth Policy Plan — IT 2035, and to provide an effective date. Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Motion Council Member - Rod Kuntz: 2nd Manor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. c. Resolution 5951 — Preliminary Plat Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5951, a resolution conditionally approving the preliminary plat of Jaxon Ridge described as the South 286 feet of Lots 1-5, Block 4 of Greenacres North-West Subdivision in Section 17, Township 29 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Council President - Chad Graham: Motion Council Member - Rod Kuntz: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Page 5 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. 2. Resolution of Intent 5952 — Approval of South Kalispell Urban Renewal Project Intersection Improvements at 18th and Airport Road This resolution states Council intent to consider approval of a South Kalispell Urban Renewal Traffic Project at Airport and 18th Street West, and sets a public hearing date on the project for December 16, 2019. City Manager Doug Russell provided the staff report on this item. Public Comment Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Seeing none, he closed public comment. Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5952, a resolution calling for a public hearing on the proposed amendment to the South Kalispell Urban Renewal Plan to approve the Airport Road and 18th Street West Urban Renewal Project as recommended by the Kalispell City Planning and Zoning Board. Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Motion Council Member - Sandy Carlson: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. 3. Resolution 5953 — Intent to Reimburse Expenditures on the 4 Mile Drive Water Project from State Revolving Fund Bond Proceeds This resolution approves the reimbursement of allowable preliminary expenditures made by the City on the 4 Mile Drive Water Project from State Revolving Loan Funds. City Attorney Charles Harball provided the staff report on this item. Council questions for staff. Public Comment Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Seeing none, he closed public comment. Page 6 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5953, a resolution calling for a public hearing on the proposed amendment to the South Kalispell Urban Renewal Plan to approve the Airport Road and 18th Street West Urban Renewal Project as recommended by the Kalispell City Planning and Zoning Board. Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Motion Council Member - Wayne Saverud: 2nd Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Absent Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve Council President - Chad Graham: Approve Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve Council Member - Kyle Waterman: Approve The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote with Councilor Gabriel absent. I. CITY MANAGER, COUNCIL, AND MAYOR REPORTS (No Action) The City Manager provided the following report: • Items for the next work session on December 9 include discussions on an Update to the Design Standards; and possibly continuing the discussion on the 2019 cost -based Utility Rate Study and Impact Fee Review. • Manager Russell acknowledged the impending retirement of Director of Planning Tom Jentz and spoke regarding the energy and enthusiasm Tom has brought to the position these many years and how much he will be missed. 00:59:40 Director Tom Jentz spoke regarding how incredibly thankful he has been to have worked for the City of Kalispell, and the tremendous support from the Council and the community, and to see all of the accomplishments that have happened over the years. 01:01:07 Councilor Waterman spoke regarding the public comment that was provided against hate speech and said he would like to see the Council take action supporting the Police Chief and the Faith Community in working against anti-Semitic behavior. He would also like the city to support and acknowledge all holidays. 01:01:46 Councilor Kuntz spoke regarding the desire to be provided details and references to supporting documents when public comment is received. 01:03:10 Mayor Johnson spoke regarding the passing of Karen Sanderson with Brix Bottle Shop. She was a member of the Business Improvement District. He asked Council for thoughts regarding the desire to appoint Jon Fetveit for the three remaining months of Ms. Sanderson's board position. 01:04:48 Mayor Johnson spoke regarding the many years of enthusiasm and knowledge that Tom Jentz Page 7 of 8 Kalispell City Council Minutes, December 2, 2019 01:05:58 Mayor Johnson spoke in opposition to white supremacist vandalism and behaviors and spoke regarding the history of anti-Semitism behavior. J. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. Aime Brunckhorst, CMC City Clerk Minutes approved on December 16, 2019 UPCOMING SCHEDULE / FOR YOUR INFORMATION City Offices Closed — November 28, 29, 2019 — Thanksgiving Holiday Next Work Session — December 9, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. — Council Chambers Next Regular Meeting — December 16, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. — Council Chambers Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to attend this meeting. Please notify the City Clerk at 758-7756. Watch regular City Council sessions live on Charter Cable Channel 190 or online at the Meetings on Demand tab at www.kalispell.com. Page 8 of 8