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04/20/87 City Council Minutes517 1 THE IVULAR MEETING OF THE KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL W HELD AT 7:30 P.M. MONDAY APRIL 20, 987 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL. MAYOR KENNEDY PRESIDED. ALL CO�R CCILMEMBFRS WERE PRESENT, Kennedy called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. MINUTES Halver announced the minutes from April 6th and 8th had not been distributed and ed they be approved at the next meeting. Kennedy stated this would be done. CITY iOFFICIAL REPORTS TreasNrer's Report March Police Chief " City Judge " Building Official " Fire Department Quarterly Report n Nystul moved the City Official Reports be approved as presented. Councilman seconded and the motion carried. BID OPENINGS: U.S. Highway 93 Boring for Watermain Crossing: Ed Boland Construction, Inc., License 2133 A, 10 8 Bid Bond, Total Bid $14,940.00 Councilman Nystul moved the bid be referred to the Sewer and Water Committee with power to act. Councilman Schindler seconded and the motion carried. Main Materials: terworks Industries Inc. Pipe Fittings, Inc. Utilities Supply Co. Main Materials: terworks Industries Inc. Pipe Fittings, Inc Utilities Supply Co. Service Fittings And Tubing: na Kepner Co. of Montana Industries Inc. 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $25,387.50 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $28,117.00 $3,036.75 Cashier Ck. Total Bid $30,367.50 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $14,325.00 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $15,750.00 $1,713.75 Cashier Ck. Total Bid $17,137.50 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $13,140.35 10% Bid Bond Total Bid $14,783.15 Utilities Supply $1,652.39 Cashier Ck. Total Bid $15,514.42 NW sent bid response letters on these three bids stating "no bid". lman Nystul moved the bids be referred to the Sewer and Water Committee with to act. Councilman Schindler seconded and the motion carried. ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL Dogs t Large Bridg tt Uaisvil, 544 8th Ave. West, addressed the Council concerning the problem of dogs running at large. She stated the dogs are a big problem on the west side of town and the dog catcher is needed full time. She said her son has been bitten repeatedly on the way to school. She urged something be done about the problem. She sated she had written a letter to the Mayor and Council, with no results. She suggested raising license fees or fine amounts to come up with money for the dog catcher to be full time. She said she would be taking the matter into her own hands, carrying a pellet gun and shooting dogs that were a problem. Mayor Kennedy referred the issue to the Public Safety Committee. Marlene Allen, 804 5th Ave. West, agreed with vaisvil about the dog problem. She also wished Chief Stefanic good luck and congratulations on his new position. She said the citizens of Kalispell will muss him. I 518 Handicap Trail - Woodland Park Norm Lewellen, 1013 7th Ave. West, announced he was going to donate a $5,000 Wood Carving for a drawing to raise funds for a Handicap Trail through Woodland Park. He said it would be an asphalt track with ties bordering each side. He said KCFW will publicize the project and Bruce Lutz, Architect, will do the engineering of the project. First Interstate Bank will open a special account and display the carving. He said he needed approval on the project. Mayor Kennedy announced it would be addressed later in the Parks Committee report. ' COMMITTEE REPORTS: FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Approve Claims Councilmtnan Palmer moved the claims found in order be paid. Councilman Nystul seconded and the motion carried. PUBLIC SAFETY - no report ANNEXATION Final Plat Approval of Resubdivision of Lot 1, Roberts Addition No. 132 Councilwoman Hafferman moved acceptance of Final Plat approval of Resubdivision of Lot 1, Roberts Addition No. 132. Councilman Schindler seconded and the motion carried. Resolution 3723 A resolution of intention to annex territory to the City of Kalispell to be designated as B.M.B. 2 Addition No. 138, to fix a date of public hearing thereon, and to provide for publication of notice of said hearing. Councilwoman Hafferman so moved this resolution, Councilman Manning seconded and, upon roll call vote, the motion carried. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Demolition Notification for West Side Park Councilman Saverud announced the city now owns Lots 1-4 of Block 71. Councilman Saverud moved the Director of Public Works be authorized to prepare specs and call for bids for the demolition and site preparation on Lots 1-4 of Block 71. Councilman Schindler seconded the motion. The motion carried with Councilmembers Grainger and Hafferman voting no. Hockaday Plan Review Councilman Saverud presented the floor plan for the Hockaday expansion project, which included the portion of the project the City is funding as well as the entire project. The bid specifications are being prepared. Block Grant Hearings Councilman Saverud announced there would be a Block Grant Public Hearing on April 23 at 7:30 p.m., to explain the purpose of Block Grants and accept proposals. On May 5, 1987 at 7:30 p.m., the second public hearing will be held and any proposals can be presented. On May 18, 1987 at 7:30 p.m., there will be a 3rd and final public hearing and the Committee will decide at that time if we want any of the proposals submitted. PERSONNEL & POLICY Chief Stefanic Resignation 1 Mayor Kennedy read a letter from Martin D. Stefanic announcing his resignation effective May 31, 1987. He has accepted a position in Canon City, Colorado. Councilman Grainger moved to accept the resignation of Chief Stefanic effective May 31, 1987. Councilman Palmer seconded the motion. Councilman Nystul noted appreciation to Chief Stefanic for his efforts and wished him well in Colorado. Councilman Saverud stated he felt we all have been very fortunate to have had Chief Stefanic in our community and employed for as long as we have. He has been a very effective and loyal servant of the City of Kalispell, and we are very grateful for his time with us. 519 Councilman Schindler stated he thought the City of Kalispell was losing one of the best Chiefs we have had in a long time and the community is also losing a person who has put a lot of time and effort into activities for the youth. He said the City would real v miss him. Kennedy read his letter of appreciation to Chief Stefanic. the comments of appreciation, the motion was passed. PUBLIC WORKS Second Reading Ordinance #1096 - Alley Cleanup Councii]man Ruiz moved the second reading of Ordinance #1096, an Ordinance authorizing Alley cleanup to be conducted under the direction of the Director of Public Works. Councilman Nystul seconded and the motion carried upon roll call vote. Seco d Reading Ordinance #1097 Amending Garbage Ordinance Re: Sidearm Loader Councilman Ruiz moved the second reading of Ordinance #1097, an Ordinance amending Chapter 11, Kalispell City Code, repealing portions of the Code inconsistent with Sidearm Loader technique, enacting sections consistent with Side -arm Loader technique and declaring an effective date. Nystul seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote the motion carried. & SEWER Healti Environment Sciences Discharge Permit Councilman Nystul reported HES is continuing with their plan for the discharge permit into the Flathead River. Councilman Nystul moved the Mayor and City Attorney be authorized to draft a letter to the Water Quality Bureau requesting a discharge permit into the Flathead River. Schindler seconded and the motion carried. PARKS & PUBLIC LANDS Second Reading Ordinance #1098, Griffin Field Project An ordinance relating to the Kalispell Downtown Redevelopment Plan; (Griffin Field project) and approving the project as an urban renewal project. n Manning moved the second reading of Ordinance #1098. Councilman Nystul the motion. Councilman Schindler said he had said this before but it needed to be said again. He has received many phone calls from people questioning the Council's actions on this matter. The streets are in such poor condition but there is money for a new baseball BudAnderson, Kalispell Baseball Association, stated the Association supports the city on the relocation of Griffin Field. It will do away with a blighted area, fulfills an obligation to the youth of Kalispell and will be a park to be proud of. He stated ball players, parents and the Association have gone on record to provide whatever volunteer labor and knowledge to make this facility possible. Saverud spoke in favor of the motion. He stated this project will eliminate e blight. It is an investment which will allow 10 acres of zed land to be upgraded. Councilman Schindler suggested the ordinance be amended to read: "No person, organization, or team may have preference as to use of the baseball field." He felt an amendment would clarify the field is a public field. Councilman Manning stated it was just like all the other fields, there is a schedule for t to follow regarding practice and play. Parks Director Drent said there must be schedules. All field activity is scheduled by him and there must be schedules. Councilman Manning stated he felt this should be addressed when reviewing park policies for use, rather than a specified amendment. man Ruiz agreed with Councilman Schindler's concept but felt the ordinance for itself. He said he supports the motion. 520 Guil Halket addressed the issue. He said no matter what, this will be a Lakers Field. Everyone else will have to work around the Lakers schedule. If girls softball wants the field, they will be put off due to the Lakers schedule. Councilman Manning pointed out there were 4 fields south of town for the girls. Phil Dahl, 36 Meadowlark Dr., stated Babe Ruth has Haven field, which is a City park, and said the Babe Ruth League, like the Lakers, have to submit a schedule of all their games. He said it is not like an eminent domain used only by Lakers, many others use the field also. Councilman Manning called for the question. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried, with Councilmembers Schindler, Grainger and Hafferman voting no. Councilman Saverud reviewed his motion of January 21, 1985. "Councilman Saverud moved the proceeds of the sale of the City owned portion of Griffin Park be earmarked for a new baseball facility. Councilman Springer seconded and the motion carried." Councilman Saverud said he felt this motion should get on the table and be clarified. Councilman Saverud moved "The relocation of Griffin Park with TIF funds, be understood as total compliance of the motion of January 21, 1985." Councilman Palmer seconded the motion. Councilman Manning spoke in favor of the motion. Councilman Schindler suggested adopting the Tax Increment Committee's recommendation. Councilman Manning moved the motion be tabled. Councilman Nystul seconded and the motion was tabled. Resolution 3724 - Lawrence Park A resolution approving a concept plan for the rehabilitation of old Lawrence Park, and authorizing the Parks Department to utilize volunteer labor and donations in order to I rehabilitate old Lawrence Park. Councilman Manning reported the Committee has met several times and requested Parks Director Drent to better define the Old Lawrence Park area and come up with an agreement between the Parks Department and the Golf Association in order to redefine the area at the north end of Lawrence Park. Councilman Manning moved Resolution #3724. Councilman Nystul seconded the motion. Councilman Manning reported the Committee is recommending a new fence line go straight north to the Stillwater River from the west end of the present fence. That would give a boundary between the natural area and still give room for the Golf Association to expand their #16 green. Public comments: Dale Haarr, 155 Sherry Lane, representing Kalispell Golf Association, reported on the recent Golf Association Board Meeting. He stated the board was in favor of Resolution #3724, with one exception, that for the time being, the area north of the present fence not be developed until the Golf Association has had an opportunity to study their expansion plans. He cited figures showing a tripling of the golf club's growth in earnings, membership dues and rounds of golf played since 1977. He stated the course is at or very near its peak capacity. , Haarr stated the Association is requesting the Council postpone any decision until the Association has an opportunity to see what their needs are going to be. Forest Daley, 1005 8th Ave. E., Friends of Lawrence Park board member, requested the Council deny Haarr's request and vote on the original motion. David Downey, 344 6th Ave. E., President of Friends of Lawrence Park, stated the land north of the fence is historically part of Lawrence Park. He said it is the only land contingent with Old Lawrence Park. He said they would like the Council to make a decision on this. The public land should be used for public use, not just the golfing public. He said park lands are going to be more valuable as time goes on. Woodland Park is being over -run and the 521 1 City is growing. This is a unique area for a park with wildlife habitat, picnic areas and places for nature trails. Jean She park icker, 1655 Montford Road, gave the Girl Scout history on using Lawrence Park. at one time there were overnighters there and they did not feel safe. If the developed, it would be used more. Michagl Ober, 696 N. Main, neighbor of the golf course and member of the Friends of Lawrence Park said he felt this was a land use decision and he urged the Council to pass it. Dallas Eklund, 162 5th Ave. E.N., stated Kalispell is growing but the parks are not and need to. He spoke in favor of the resolution. Mike Burr, 415 W. Utah, stated there is a need to compromise about this resolution and it *not providing compromise as it is. considerable further discussion among citizens and Councilmembers, the Council on the issue. The motion carried unanimously. of Handicap Access to Woodland Park n Manning reviewed the plan for the Handicap Access at Woodland Park. Manning moved the concept of the Special Trail and Picnic Area and Handicap ty at Woodland Park be accepted upon the review of Parks Director Drent. Schindler seconded and the motion carried. 3qLEDGEMENTSF ANNOUNCEMENPS & APPOINPMENIS c�lman Paul Palmer Resignation r Kennedy read a letter of resignation from Councilman Palmer effective May 1, , due to his moving out of the city limits. Kennedy then read a letter to Councilman Palmer accepting his resignation. He I him for all his time, effort and service rendered to the City of Kalispell. S.I.D, 337 Councilman Grainger asked when the Sylvan Drive project will be completed, as he is receiving a lot of complaints. Public Works Director Hammer stated he had spoken with the asphalt company and the job should be completed in 2 weeks. ADJOURN Councilman Grainger moved the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Schindle r seconded and the meeting was adjourned at 10:47 p.m. Approved as presented May 4, 1987 Ed Kennedy, yor P-., ver, Clerk/Treasurer