10-21-25 Business Improvement District AgendaKALISPELL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Board Agenda
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
8:30am — 10.00am
First Interstate Bank Building
2 South Main Street, Kalispell
2nd Floor Boardroom
8:30 am — 8:40 am - Call to order
Approval of Agenda — October 21, 2025
Approval of Minutes — September 16, 2025
Approval of Financials — September 2025
8:40 am — 8:45 am - Introductions & Public Comment
Guests: Jerod Nygren & Mayor Mark Johnson
Guests: VFW Leadership
8:45 am — 10:00 am — Discussion on Downtown Maintenance & Beautification
Renewal Resolution 2017
Holiday Decor Estimate Review and Approval
2026 Flowers Estimate Review and Approval
Liability Insurance Estimate Review and Approval
TIF Fagade Improvement Committee Establishment
Planning Session:
VFW Flags and Beautification
II. The State of Downtown Maintenance and Beautification (8.50 AM — 9.00 AM)
• Current Status Review
o Review of aging assets: streetlights, benches, planters, sidewalks, public art, and
their general condition.
o Summary of recent maintenance and beautification efforts (summer flowers,
holiday lighting).
• Acknowledging the Increase in Demand
o Discussion of growing demands from businesses and residents for improved
aesthetics and functionality.
III. Prioritization and Planning for Aging Infrastructure (9.00 AM — 9.35 AM)
• Shifting from Reactive to Proactive Maintenance
o Cost of deferred maintenance (e.g., a $1 repair now saving $345 in the future).
o Framework for scheduled proactive maintenance.
• Prioritization Matrix
o Safety Risk — direct hazards (e.g., crumbling sidewalks, unstable streetlights). [Top
Priority]
o Community Impact —projects with the highest visual/functional benefit (e.g.,
planters, holiday lighting, public art). [High Priority]
• Urgency — items requiring immediate attention.
o Cost -Benefit Analysis — projects with greatest return on investment (e.g.,
reinforcing vs. replacement, durable materials).
Exploring Innovative Solutions
o Alternative materials or technologies for durability.
• Leveraging partnerships with businesses, schools, or volunteer groups to support
beautification.
IV. Budgeting and Funding Strategies (9.35 AM — 9.50 AM)
• Review of Current Budget Allocations
o Current Maintenance & Cleaning Program budget ($35,000 FY2025/2026) and
related beautification line items.
o Identified funding gap due to increased costs and demand.
• Exploring Additional Funding Mechanisms
• Grants (e.g., TIF) to support improvements/public art.
o New revenue or funding streams.
o Potential adjustment of BID assessment formula during renewal (per MCA
"equitable" requirement).
V. Action Items & Next Steps (9.50 AM — 10.00 AM)
• Assignments:
o Conduct asset condition assessment.
• Research grant/funding opportunities.
o Draft multi -year plan based on prioritization outcomes.
10:00 am
ADJOURNMENT
Next regular meeting — Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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