02-13-86 Annexation CommitteeFebruary 13, 1986 ANNEXATION COMMITTEE 4:00 P.M.
Chairman Hafferman and C. Manning in attendance. Mayor Kennedy, Attorney
Neier, Surveyor Zavodny, W/S Superintendent Hyde, and Nick Verma from FRDO_
also present.
BEGG PARK ZONING - Before the meeting began Surveyor Zavodny reported
to C. Manning on his research concerning the zoning of Begg Park. The park
and the subdivision were zoned R-4 as a unit by Ordinance 891. Later the
zoning was changed to R-5, which is more liberal, by Ordinance 938. There
was some question as to whether the park had been included in the change
because of the wording of the ordinance ("all lots"). Nick Verma stated that
R-5 zoning would be better than P-1, as had been suggested, for possible resale
in the future. Surveyor Zavodny found evidence that the park is zoned R-5.
THOMPSON'S SUMMIT RIDGE FINAL PLAT - C. Hafferman questioned whether
the Public Works Director had certified that all required improvements had
been installed or securely bonded for installation as per Condition #1. There
was discussion of proper procedure for the future so that the question of
certification by the Director of Public Works could be available in time for
FRDO's report to the City. The Committee recommended approval of the final
plat subject to Condition #1 being met. After the meeting DPW Hammer explained
that the Public Works Director cannot certify improvements until he has been
provided with as -built drawings.
BUFFALO HEAD TOWNHOUSES UNIT #5 FINAL PLAT - There were questions concerning
whether off street parking had been taken care of, and final plat covenants.
S/W Supt. Hyde pointed out that there was a problem with mains being extended
onto lots. He felt that the situation was probably adequate but that the
Homeowner's Association must maintain these, not the City. This needs to
be worked out clearly in writing. There is a meeting of the engineer, contractor,
and DPW Hammer February 18. This will not be taken to Council until this
item is settled.
AGENDA ITEMS PENDING - The following list was discussed briefly.
Kalispell Motel - Attorney Neier is to pursue annexing this parcel.
Bountiful Drive - Surveyor Zavodney will provide a legal description
to FRDO, who will pursue obtaining a quit -claim deed from the county. Then
this can be annexed.
Anderson Theater - Mayor Kennedy, with the help of Surveyor Zavodny,
will write a letter to the Lutheran Home and Spence Rider inquiring about
annexation. The fire district could be a problem.
Highway 93 Adjacent to Hutton Addition - This has been annexed but not
surveyed. Mayor Kennedy is to write FVCC and ask them to implement into their
schedule the surveying of the portion in question, if not this spring then
next year.
House Bill 791 - Attorney Neier is working on this.
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BMB Addition - Fire protection is now bei::o provided to Scotty's and
Culligan so this area should not be a problem. The public hearing date needs
to be scheduled and notices published. Surveyor Zavodny said he didn't fully
agree with the statement that fire protection was available because it is
300 feet away across a state highway. There was discussion of options avail-
able for improving this situation. The Highway Department has said that the
City must try and fail 3 times to push a line under the highway before a permit
will be issued to dig across. One of the conditions for Scotty's was placement
of a fire hydrant on 3rd Avenue East and Hwy. 93. A 12" looped line across
the highway would help the pressure surges from the armory well. There will
be some problems will fiberoptics and service lines that will have to be addressed.
W/S Supt. Hyde indicated that it would be reasonable for the Committee to
request the Water Department to commit this as a high priority item, and he
felt that it could be done this summer, if not across the highway then south
from 3rd. Once the main was installed adjacent services could be given 6
months to a year to hook up. This situation and the fire protection for Scotty's
Bar will be discussed at the March 3 Council Workshop.
Non -Conforming Use - Attorney Neier indicated that he has a rough draft
and is working on amending the whole ordinance.
Evaluation of Current Zoning/Reduction of Current Zoning, Class - Mr.
Verma stated that the planning board had made their recommendations a year
ago. This will be brought to the Council Workshop to discuss philosophies
with the intent of clearing this up.
Double LL - This is a road easement on the back of the property. Attorney
Neier is to research what needs to be done.
ANNEXATION PROCEDURES - Mr. Verma explained that there is a problem with
the City giving water and sewer connections before FRIO has had a chance to
determine if the parcel is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and before
all required paperwork is provided by the applicant.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - Mr. Verma explained that this included an area approx-
imately four miles out from the city limits. Resolution 3617 (9/16/85) was
the City's approval. The County had a problem with some street classification.
Highway 2, 93, and 35 were designated as arterials. To correct the problem
arterials were broken down into two classifications: major arterials were
those listed above, minor arterials were all toher designated arterial streets.
The Commissioners adopted this plan. The City now needs to adopt this and
then it can be recorded and will be official. The City can amend Tuesday
by a Resolution of Intention to be followed by a formal resolution the following
meeting. C. Manning asked Mr. Verma to present this to the Council.
POLICY MANUAL - This will be discussed by Nick Verma and C. Hafferman
and C. Manning the week of February 24th. C. Hafferman is to set the date.
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