Resolution 6236 - Authorizes CM to Sign Bibler MOURESOLUTION NO. 6236
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE BIBLER LEGACY
FOUNDATION FOR A PUBLIC PARK DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
WHEREAS, in May, 2023, Council entered into a Buy/Sell Agreement with BNSF Railroad for
a parcel of land at the west end of the Parkline Trail called the Wye Property; and
WHEREAS, in May, 2024, the Bibler Legacy Foundation, which owns three parcels of the
adjoining properties, presented a concept design to council to develop the entire
property into a public park and trail system; and
WHEREAS, council was agreeable to the presentation and requested staff move forward with a
Memorandum of Understanding regarding the concept; and
WHEREAS, the Memorandum of Understanding would establish the planning of improvements
on these parcels with the expectation that these sites will be developed for public
park purposes, identifying maintenance responsibilities and potential funding
obligations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KALISPELL AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the attached
Memorandum of Understanding between the Bibler Legacy Foundation and
the City of Kalispell for a public park development project.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND SIGNED BY THE MAYOR OF
THE CITY OF KALISPELL, THIS 16TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2024.
Mark John
Mayor
ATTEST:
Aim Brunckhorst, CMC
AAim B
City Clerk