5B. Motion to Adopt Extension of Services PlanFlathead e io aDevelopment Office
723 5th Avenue East - Room 414
Kalispell, Montana 59901
Phone: (406) 758-5980
Fax: (406) 758-5781
November 27, 1996
Clarence Krepps, City Manager
City of Kalispell
P.O. Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 59901
Re: Extension of Services Plan Changes
Dear Clarence:
Attached to this letter is a copy of the South Woodland / Greenacres Extension of Services Plan with the
revisions from the Monday, November 25, 1996 City Council work session. The changes were minor
and are underlined below as follows:
Roads: Page 4, paragraph 2, "Other roads in the proposed annexed area, with the exception of
those roads which are expressly intended to be privately owned and maintained in perpetuity,
would be taken over and maintained by the City of Kalispell. "
Page 4, paragraph 6, "In order to maintain the same high quality service which is expected and
currently provided to other city residents, it would be anticipated that an additional snowplow
may be necessary along with half full-time employee. Additionally, it should be noted that the
Public Works Department equipment is agingand nd that when properties are annexed into the city
it creates additional demands on the equipment thereby shortening its life span. It would be
reasonable to anticipate that some equipment replacement would be required in the future."
Fire: Page 7, paragraph 6, "Currently, the debt remaining on the district's tender is $61 526 27.
The district's annual budget is $37,000, and they anticipate that they would lose $11,000 from
the area proposed for annexation or 29.7 percent of their budget. This percentage as calculated
on their capital debt would be $18,273.30."
Financing Strategies: Page 9, paragraph 4, "Note: Should the annexation of this area result
in litigation, no improvements or payments would be provided until the matter is resolved."
Please allow me to assist you further if I can.
Sincerely,
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NOVEMBER 26, 1996
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ANNEXATION AREA
The South Woodland / Greenacres area considered for annexation lies in the southeast area of
Kalispell. This area is bounded on the east by Willow Glen Drive, but includes an
approximately 30 acre parcel east of Willow Glen Drive which is planned for an urban density
residential development. Meadow Park Unit No. 2 and properties adjoining to the west
generally form the southern boundary, Highway 93 to Kelly Road; then those properties east of
the City limits and Fifth Avenue East form the western boundary. Fourteenth Street/South
Woodland Avenue form the northern boundary.
Exhibit A is a map which shows the proposed annexation boundaries and proposed City zoning.
On September 23, 1996 the Kalispell City Council passed Resolution 4294, a Resolution of
Intent to Annex Greenacres and South Woodland. This report is intended to address services
which would be provided to this annexation area or a smaller area within this area as required
under Section 7-2-4305, M.C.A. This report is prepared as an addendum to the City of
Kalispell Extension of Services Plan.
The area being considered for annexation contains approximately 308 acres which is a mix of
residential, commercial and industrial uses. This area is on the urban fringe of Kalispell and
can be viewed as a transition area to the more rural, large tract residential and agricultural uses
to the east. The majority of the properties, approximately 65 to 70 percent, have been
developed residentially, primarily single-family residences with some multi -family, duplex and
townhouses in the area. Commercial land is located along Highway 93 and contains
approximately 20 percent of the area, with the remaining 15 percent or so designated as
industrial. Commercial / industrial zoning depth from the highway right-of-way is generally
300-400 feet with residential zoning in back of the commercial strip.
Extension of municipal sewer and water facilities without annexation has taken place in the area
over the years in response to residential and commercial growth in the area.
As stated in Resolution 4294, the resolution of intent to annex a portion of the South Woodland
1 Greenacres area, the annexation will be pursued under the provisions of Title 7, Chapter 2,
Part 43, Montana Code Annotated, Annexation of Contiguous Land. This Part outlines specific
procedures for annexation which includes, among other things, an extension of services plan
outlining the provisions for services to the area.
EXISTING SERVICES
Roach: Roads within the area proposed for annexation are a mix of those which are owned and
maintained by the State, County and those which are privately owned and maintained. County
roads with the exception of the roads south of Kelly Road in the Greenacres Unit Four
Subdivision are maintained by the County. Highway 93 is owned by the federal government,
but maintained by the state. Mallard Drive is a private roadway and is privately maintained.
Eagle Drive, South Woodland Drive and Condor Drive south of Kelly Road have received little
or no maintenance by the County.
Wafer Service: The neighborhood plan area is served by a combination of a community water
system, the City of Kalispell's water system and private wells. Greenacres Units One, Two,
Three and Four are all served by a privately owned and maintained community water system.
The community water system is served by three well sites; one located on the northwest corner
of Eagle Drive and South Woodland Drive, another located at the northeast corner of Green
Acres Unit One and one located at the park on the southwest corner of Stag Lane.
The City of Kalispell provides water service to a number of users in the area. A one to two
inch water line runs down Eighth Avenue East which was put in place approximately 40 years
ago and provides service to approximately 20 residents in the area. The city also has a small
water line which runs along Woodland Drive and to the south, providing service to some
residents outside the city limits. A 12 inch water main runs south of Woodland Avenue along
South Woodland Drive, providing service to residents inside the city limits. City water service
has also been extended to serve Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow Park Unit No. 2 with
a provision that the current and future property owners waive the right to protest annexation into
the city.
Sewer Service: Sewer service in the plan area is provided by a combination of on -site septic
systems and the City of Kalispell's sewer system. City sewer mains run along Kelly Road and
South Woodland Drive. City sewer also serves subdivisions to the north and south of Kelly
Road. The City of Kalispell extended sewer service to a portion of Greenacres Units Three and
all of Greenacres Unit Four in the early 1980's under an Extension of Services Agreement with
Mark III, the developer of the Greenacres subdivisions. Additionally, the City has provided
sewer services to Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow Park Unit No. 2 with a waiver to
protest annexation.
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Storm Drainage: There are no storm drains in the neighborhood plan area. Drainage plans for
the area were developed as part of the initial approval for the Greenacres West subdivisions and
subsequent Southgate subdivisions. Drainage was supposed to be provided by a series of
drainage ditches and culverts which ultimately would discharge into the slough after being
filtered with grasses and sand. Over the years, culverts have been filled or crushed and ditches
have been filled leaving the drainage system in poor shape.
]Eire: The South Kalispell Fire District provides service to County residents by way of tanker
pumpers owned by the fire district. One of the greatest concerns the residents of the area have
about being annexed is losing service from the district as well as the impact the loss of tax
dollars would have on the fire district.
Police: The area is served by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office and have a mutual aid
agreement with the City of Kalispell for emergency back-up. Little or no routine patrolling from
the sheriff's office. Animal control services are also provided by the County, although this is
on a limited basis.
Schools: School District #5, Kalispell, provides educational service to the South Woodland /
Greenacres Neighborhood. Elrod Elementary school serves most of the area. Some children
attend Cornelius Hedges Elementary but these boundaries are not dictated by local jurisdictional
boundaries. The school district offers optional bus service for a fee because this area is within
their three mile bussing limit. These schools are at capacity.
Parks and Recreation: There is a County park located at the west end of Haven Court in
Greenacres Unit Two. The County park is actually comprised of two lots, one park in Unit Two
which contains approximately 1.54 acres and the other park in Unit One which contains 1.01
acres. The County park currently lacks any substantial amenities and warrants some
improvements.
Solid Waste: Solid waste pick-up and disposal services are provided by a private hauler or by
owner hauler to the County landfill or County greenboxes.
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Roads: Roads within the area proposed for annexation are currently a mix of those which are
owned and maintained by the State, County and those which are privately owned and
maintained. The County would continue to maintain Willow Glen Drive and the State would
continue to maintain Highway 93.
Other roads in the proposed annexed area, with the exception of those roads which are expressly
intended to be privately owned and maintained in perpetuity, would be taken over and
maintained by the City of Kalispell. In general, the streets built within the proposed annexation
area prior to 1990 were not constructed to current City or County standards, with the greatest
deficiency existing in the lack of adequate sub -base material resulting in many of the roadway
being prone to excessive frost heaving. Numerous utility cuts in the area have exacerbated the
problems and have resulted in marginal driving surfaces in several areas, particularly along Kelly
Road. Streets constructed after 1990, primarily those in Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow
Park Unit No. Z, were built to a City standards and are expected to have a much longer service
life than others.
South Woodland Drive and Kelly Road, which function as area collector streets, are relatively
narrow for the increasing traffic demands and should be considered for full reconstruction and
widening. Streets within the annexation area should be included in the City's short-term overlay
plans, with a goal to overlay all streets within ten years. Kelly Road would be scheduled for
reconstruction within the next five years, with the actual schedule dependent upon growth in the
South Woodland / Greenacres area and other city-wide demands. Reconstruction of the
roadways would be financed through general fund revenues and gas tax as part of the over all
roads reconstruction priority list and schedule.
In all cases, streets which do not have curbs and gutters should continue as such. Curbs and
gutters would concentrate storm water, increasing the rate of delivery and the total volume of
runoff to the slough south of Kelly Road. A system of open ditches would reduce the peak flow
into the slough and provide beneficial filtration through grassy swales and ditches.
General maintenance of the streets within the annexation area would be immediately taken over
by the City which would include pothole repair, snow removal and street cleaning.
In order to maintain the same high quality service which is expected and currently provided to
other city residents, it would be anticipated that an additional snowplow may be necessary along
with half full-time employee. Additionally, it should be noted that the Public Works Department
equipment is aging and that when properties are annexed into the city it creates additional
demands on the equipment thereby shortening its life span. It would be reasonable to anticipate
that some equipment replacement would be required in the future.
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E' In addition to the general maintenance and upgrades anticipated to be provided by the City of
Kalispell, the Montana Department of Transportation plan to reconstruct Highway 93. The City
will continue its work with the State to facilitate the most practical and safe intersection with
Kelly Road and Highway 93, and pursue the possibility of placing a signalized intersection at
this corner.
A four way stop will be created at the intersection of South Woodland Drive and Kelly Road
provided this intersection can meet the warrants for a stop sign under the Manual of Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Routine patrolling of this area will be provided to
encourage compliance with the speed limits and traffic stops.
Water Service: The neighborhood plan area is currently served by a combination of a
community water system, the City of Kalispell's water system and private wells. Areas
proposed to be annexed along Woodland Avenue and the area between Dry Bridge Park and the
current City limits are presently served by the Kalispell water system. Water mains in
Woodland Avenue and 8th Avenue East would be upgraded over the next five years to increase
line capacity, provide adequate fire flows and eliminate leaking pipes. Those improvements
would be made by the City of Kalispell Public Works Department as part of their continuing
program of system improvements.
Based upon the current understanding of the Greenacres community water system, the existing
network of six inch water mains is in reasonable condition and generally sufficient to provide
fire flows to the area if connected to a more substantial water supply source generating greater
pressure within the lines. There are three wells providing water to the community systems
which produce a relatively low rate of flow and would not be able to be integrated as a useful
component of the Kalispell water system.
Efforts would be made to incorporate the Greenacres community water system into the Kalispell
water system upon annexation. This could be accomplished in the summer of 1997 with a series
of interconnections along South Woodland Drive. These connections have been anticipated in
the design for the City water main extension which will commence in the South Woodland Drive
in October 1996. Once the Greenacres community water system is incorporated into the City's,
all water customers would be required to have meters in accordance with City specifications.
Water hook-up fees for residents who are part of the Greenacres community water system would
be waived. Any fees which are in excess of the cost of the water meter which have already been
paid by residents who are part of the community water system, would be refunded.
Fire hydrants would also be installed in key locations, as determined by the Kalispell Fire Chief.
The Public Works Department can foresee as many as ten fire hydrants installed during the
summer of 1997. These improvements would be made by the Kalispell Public Works
Department as part of their continuing program of system improvements. It is estimated that
approximately ten hydrants would be required to be installed to provide adequate fire protection
for the area.
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One or two of the existing three private wells could be utilized for private irrigation purposes
and park maintenance. If the wells are not utilized for irrigation purposes, they should be
properly abandoned. The cost of the abandonment of the wells would be born by the
homeowners association.
It is anticipated that the private well located at the homeowner's park would be used for
irrigation of the parks and homes within the Greenacres subdivisions.
It is anticipated that new water mains will be extended from time to time for new subdivisions
and to replace individual failing wells. In these cases, the cost of engineering and construction
for water main extension will be borne by the developer or property owner.
Sewer: Many of the residents which the proposed annexation area dispose of sewage through
on -site septic systems. In is anticipated that sanitary sewer service will be extended in small,
incremental phases in response to the needs and demands of new subdivisions and failing septic
systems in the area. The cost of engineering and construction for sewer main extension would
be assumed by the developer or property owner.
Although many of the septic systems in the area will continue to contribute to poor water quality
in the slough and some high groundwater problems, the expense of sewer extension and
connection fees will force many homeowners to utilize their existing on -site disposal systems for
as long as possible. As an incentive to encourage early connection to the sanitary sewer system,
the City will freeze sewer hook up fees at the current rate for three years or until January 1,
2000. After that date, the sewer fees would based on the prevailing rate. All City sewer
customers would be required to have meters in accordance with City specifications.
The sewer lift station serving the Greenacres area will be upgraded by the Kalispell Public
Works Department as part of their continuing program of system improvement during the
summer of 1997. As subdivision activity takes place within the proposed annexation area,
alternatives will be sought to relocate the lift station at the southeast corner of Eagle Drive and
Kelly Road to a less obtrusive location. Potential costs of relocating the lift station would be
borne primarily by the developer with the City providing the long term maintenance.
The City will provide sewer extension in the area of 8th Avenue East as required or requested
by the property owners in the area. City sewer will also be extended along Highway 93 South
as part of the Highway 93 reconstruction.
Storm Sewer: There are no storm drains in the neighborhood area. Drainage plans for the area
were developed as part of the initial approval for the Greenacres West subdivisions and
subsequent Southgate subdivisions primarily through ditching and swales which would ultimately
discharge into the slough after being filtered with grasses and sand. Over the years, culverts
have been filled or crushed and ditches have been filled leaving the drainage system in poor
shape.
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Recommended drainage improvements would be through re-establishing swales and ditches as
i' well as other surface drainage and improvements outlined in the South Woodland / Greenacres
Facilities Plan which would ultimately discharge the water into the slough. Improvements would
be made within three years and financed by bonds or State funding programs to be repaid with
storm sewer assessment funds. If the project was to be phased, improvements to provide
discharge from the slough would be made during the first phase.
If possible, another alternative would be to construct a detention area on the east side of Willow
Glen when the area is developed into residential lots. As subdivision activity takes place in this
area, efforts will be made to coordinate expansion of the drainage detention area, vegetative
treatment of contaminated water and stabilizing the water level in the slough.
Approximately $150,000. gathered over a five year period from storm sewer assessments in the
area will be used for storm sewer improvements, in additional to other unidentified potential
funding sources.
Water quality testing in the area of the slough could be undertaken by the homeowners in the
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area for the purposes of identifying the water quality in different areas of the slough. The City
could provide technical assistance and coordination in setting up a as
program.
Fire: The South Kalispell Fire District provides service to County residents by way of tenders
owned by the fire district. One of the greatest concerns the residents of the area have about
being annexed is the loss of service by the district and the impact that the reduced revenues the
district would receive would have on the district itself. Attempts to reduce the financial impacts
the annexation would have on the rural fire district might include a repayment of tax revenues
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The City would be willing to pay off the capital indebtedness currently incurred by the Kalispell
Rural Fire District in an amount equal to the percentage of the revenues the annexation area
provides to the district. Currently, the debt remaining on the district's tender is $61,526.27.
The district's annual budget is $37,000, and they anticipate that they would lose $11,000 from
the area proposed for annexation or 29.7 percent of their budget. This percentage as calculated
on their capital debt would be $18,273.30.
Police: Municipal police protection is needed to adequately serve continuing commercial
development and residential development in the area. With annexation, the area would be served
by the Kalispell Police Department and routine patrolling would be provided. The Police Chief
commented that the area could be adequately served at this time with existing staffing and
facilities.
Schools: School District #5, Kalispell, provides educational service to the South Woodland /
Greenacres Neighborhood. Elrod Elementary school serves most of the area. Some children
attend Cornelius Hedges Elementary but these boundaries are not dictated by local jurisdictional
boundaries. The school district offers optional bus service for a fee because this area is within
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their three mile bussing limit. These schools are at capacity.
Parks and Recreation: There is a County park located at the west end of Haven Court in
Greenacres Unit Two. The County park is actually comprised of two lots, one park in Unit Two
which contains approximately 1.54 acres and the other park in Unit One which contains 1.01
acres for a total park area of 2.55 acres. The County park currently lacks any substantial
amenities and warrants some improvements. Once annexed, the City would be willing to take
over the ownership and maintenance of this park, and upgrading the park by providing
amenities, equipment and irrigation. The City would provide the financing for upgrading the
parking and adding the amenities from the City park funds for that area. Approximately $7,500.
would be available to be invested in the park upgrades which would be used for an irrigation
system, play equipment and landscaping during the first year.
The City Parks and Recreation Department would also like to encourage the neighborhood to
participate in the development of the park through a neighborhood committee or some other
informal means of gaining consensus.
There is also a homeowners park on the southwest corner of Stag Lane which is approximately
1.209 acres that also houses a well site. The Greenacres Homeowners Association is willing to
deed over that community park to the City, and the City Parks and Recreation Department is
willing to take over the maintenance of the park.
The City would provide maintenance to both of the parks with regard to mowing and routine
maintenance of landscaping and equipment. The estimated costs for maintenance would be
approximately $2,100. per year.
The City Parks and Recreation Department can also provide the area with the pick-up and
chipping of downed tree limbs after wind storms and lawn debris at various times of the year.
Solid Waste: With annexation, solid waste removal services in the area will continue to be
provided by a contract hauler. The City can not provide solid waste removal services to an
annexed area until at least five years following annexation if licensed contractor services are
available, as required by 7-2-4736 M.C.A. Solid waste will continue to be transported to the
County landfill. In 1994, the life expectancy of the landfill was estimated at 7-8 years within
the footprint of the existing facility and an additional 15-17 years within a proposed 26-acre
expansion area.
The Kalispell Extension of Services Plan sets forth various policies for financing extension of
services. Construction of new streets, sewer, water, and drainage facilities is typically the
responsibility of the developer or property owner. This is generally accomplished by creating
a special improvement district by property owners in the area or construction and financing by
developers with the creation of a new subdivision.
In attempting to address some of the more unique problems associated with the area proposed
to be annexed, the City would be able to explore alternative financing methods which might
include capital facility grants, low interest loans, State revolving funds, non -point source
pollution grant monies or other various sources. The City would be able to assist the
homeowners in the area by providing technical expertise, making formal contacts and sponsoring
financing efforts.
Operating and maintenance costs for streets, sewer, water, police, fire protection, parks,
building and zoning, and other municipal functions would be primarily financed by a
combination of user fees and taxation. Funding for expansion of the waste water treatment
facility would be provided by plant investment fees charged for new sewer hook-ups. Street
overlays and repairs would be finances from the City's general fund and gas taxes collected.
Note: Should the annexation of this area result in litigation, no improvements or payments
would be provided until the matter is resolved.
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the plan. This information deals with street maintenanoe, fire services, and potential legal issues
wWch are as follows:
Street, ' to ce: The Public 'Works Department has stated that in order to maintain
the same high quality service which is expected and currently provided, it would be
anticipated that an additional snowplow may be necessary along with half full-time
employee. Additionally, it should be noted that the Public Works Department equipment
is aging and that when properties are annexed into the city it creates additional demands
on the equipment thereby shortening its life span. It would be reasonable to anticipate
Out some equipment replacement would be required in the future.
Fire service: We have discussed ways to mitigate the impacts to the South Kalispell
Rural lire Department if or when the area proposed to be annexed is removed from their
district. It bas been recommended that the City provide the fire district with funds to pay
off their capital debt equal to the percentage the area contributes to the district.
Currently, the debt remaining on the district's tender is $61,526,27. The district's
annual budget is $37,000, and they anticipate that they would lose $11,OW from the area
proposed for annexation or 29.7 percent of their budget. This percentage as calculated
on their capital debt would be $18,273.30.
L,eg_aI-iMess property owners have hired legal counsel and it has 'beensuggested that
the extension of services plan may be challenged in court. Should the annexation of this
area result in litigation, no improvements or payments would be provided until the matter
is resolved.
This information is being provided to you so that it can be considered by the Council when
reviewing the extension of services plan. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance
to you in this matter.
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Clarence Krepps, City Manager
City of Kalispell
P.O. Drawer 1997
Kalispell, MT 59903
Re: South Woodland / Greenacres Extension of Services Plan
Dear Clarence:
At their October 15, 1996 regular work session, the City Council directed the staff to refine the
proposed extension of services plan for the South Woodland / Greenacres annexation with specific
costs and recommended projects. In response to that direction, a staff meeting was held in your
office on October 24, 1996 with members of the various departments to discuss specific elements
of the plan and make amendments. The attached extension of services plan has incorporated the
specific comments, suggestions and ideas generated from that meeting, and is intended as a staff
recommendation to the Council.
The extension of services plan attempts to outline specific services which can and would be provided
to the area upon annexation as well as specific needed improvements and the estimated costs. Cost
estimates are very rudimentary. The extension of services plan has attempted to address the concerns
presented by the homeowners to the greatest extent possible. A list of concerns presented by the
Greenacres Homeowners Association is attached.
For your information, on Wednesday, October 30, 1996 a newsletter was sent to property owners
in the proposed annexation area. On Friday, November 1, 1996 a formal notice of intent to annex
was been sent to approximately 360 property owners in the area. A copy of the newsletter and
hearing notice is also attached.
Please schedule the proposed extension of services plan for discussion at the regular Council work
session on November 12, 1996. Consideration of the annexation and planning board
recommendation for zoning should be scheduled for the regular November 25, 1996 work session.
Formal consideration of the annexation and extension of services plan should be scheduled for the
December 2, 1996 regular meeting for possible action.
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Re: South Woodland / Greenacres Extension of Services Plan
November 4, 1996
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Attachment: Draft Extension of Services Plan
Copy of Newsletter
Copy of PublicHearingNotice
Copy of Homeowners Concerns
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Diana Harrison, Zoning Administrator
John Wilson, City Engineer
Ted Waggonner, Fire Chief
Glen Neier, City Attorney
Mike Baker, Director Parks and Recreation
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This newsletter is intended to inform and update the members of the South Woodland / Greenacres
neighborhood regarding the status of the neighborhood plan and pending annexation.
Neighborhood Plan: On October 8, 1996, the Kalispell City -County Planning Board held a public hearing
on the draft South Woodland / Greenacres Neighborhood Plan. A few changes were made to the plan, and
a recommendation for approval was forwarded to the City Council and County Commissioners.
On November 4, 1996, the City Council will consider the Neighborhood Plan at their regular meeting and
may take formal action. The County Commissioners will consider the Plan at a subsequent date in
November. If approved by both the City Council and County Commissioners, the Neighborhood Plan will
become an addendum to the Kalispell City -County Master Plan. The Plan is intended as a policy document
and does not contain regulations.
Annexation: On September 23, 1996, the Kalispell City Council adopted a resolution of intent to annex
which defines an area proposed for annexation which is indicated on Exhibit A.
On November 1, 1996 a formal notice of intent to annex will be sent to all of the property owners within the
area proposed for annexation. On November 3, 1996, and November 10, 1996, a formal notice will be
published in the newspaper (Daily Interlake) describing the area to be annexed and starting a 20 day protest
period.
On November 14, 1996, the Kalispell City -County Planning Board will consider the appropriate zoning for
the area proposed for annexation and will forward a recommendation to the City Council. The Planning
Board does not consider the annexation boundaries, only appropriate zoning. Zoning recommended by the
FRDO staff is shown on Exhibit A. This will be the only formal public hearing held during the annexation
process. See NOTE below.
On November 23, 1996, the 20 day protest period ends. All protests must be made in writing by that day.
If a majority of the property owners in the area proposed for annexation protest, the area will not be
annexed.
On November 25, 1996, the City Council will hold a work session which will include the consideration of
annexation of the South Woodland / Greenacres area and the comments received during the protest period.
On December 2, 1996, the City Council will hold a regular meeting and may take action on the proposed
annexation, either to approve, disapprove or postpone consideration of annexation of the area. If the
annexation is approved, the City Council will adopt a resolution along with an extension of services plan
which outlines the services which will be provided to the area upon annexation.
NOTE: You may present your views and comments regarding the annexation or any other issues to the
Kalispell City Council at any of the regularly scheduled meetings which are held on the first and third
Mondays of each month at 7:00pm at Kalispell City Hall.
If you have any question regarding this information or schedule, please contact Narda Wilson with the
Flathead Regional Development Office at (406)758-5980.
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CITY OF KALISPELL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Kalispell on
September 23, 1996, passed Resolution No.4294, declaring an intention to annex
certain real property to be known as the Greenacres Annexation No. 276,, located in
Flathead County, Montana, which is more particularly described in Exhibit "A"
attached hereto thereby made a part hereof
Said Resolution No. 4294 declared that it is in the best interest of the City of
Kalispell and the inhabitants thereof that said property be annexed to the City of
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Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1175, as amended..
NOTICE is fin-ther given that for a period of twenty (20)days after November
3, 1996, that date being the first day of publication of this notice in the Daily Inter
Lake,the City Clerk of Council of the City of Kalispell will receive expressions, in
writing, of approval of the proposed annexation from the real property owners within
the area proposed to be annexed.
The City Council of the City of Kalispell shall on December 2, 1996 hold
hearing, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the Council Chambms, City Hall, City of Kalispell
on the proposed annexation at which time the City Clerk Council shall lay all
communications received by said Clerk concerning said annexation before the Council
for the Council's examination. If after considering the same the Counicl shall duly and
regularly pass and adopt a resolution to that effect, the boundaries of the City of
Kalispell shall be extended to so as to embrace and include said property as described
in Exhibit W'; and the time when the same shall go into effect shall be fixed by said
resolution. .
Said territory if armexed shall be known as Greenacres Annexation No. 276..
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Debbie Gi
Clerk of Council
Publish; November 3, 1996
November 10, 1996
Annexation Boundaries
• Should not separate any portion of the Greenacres West Homeowners' Assn.
South Kalispell Volunteer Fire Department
• Pay-off a percentage of their debts equal to the percentage of tax base lost.
• Return a portion of the tax base (contract services) for 10 years. This could be a
fixed percentage or a declining scale.
Traffic Controls
• 4-way stop at S. Woodland and Kelly.-
• Routine patrols and traffic enforcement.
Parks & Recreation
• Use county park for sports. (baseball, football, soccer, tennis, etc.)
• Take over homeowners' park for playground. (swings, monkey bars, slides, etc.)
Water Svstem
• Can 6" mains support fire hydrants if pressurized from two directions?
• If they can, attach to city water main at enough locations to support flows.
• Waive hookup fees to Greenacres residents. (Charge for cost of meter only
and rebate any amount already paid in excess of the meter cost.)
• Buy the deep well.
• If they can't support fire flows, maintain our water system separately.
Under no circumstances will we pay for a new water system.
If the city insists on a new system it will be at the city's expense.
Sewage
• Provide incentives for people to hook to city sewer.
• Freeze sewer hookup fees at current rate for S years.
• Provide low / no interest loans to areas wishing to extend sewers.
Drainage
• We want a commitment from the city as to what will be done to solve the drainage
problem in this area. This must be a two way approach, (Slough & Surface Water)
solving the surface water problem will only worsen the slough probLm.
Mrs. Fuller's Property
• Pay a fair amount for loss of value or buy that property at full market value.
Prepared by:
Flathead Regional Development Office
723 Fifth Ave. East, Rm. 414
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406)758-5980
November 1, 1996
DRAFT
EXTENSION OF SERVICES PLAN
SOUTH WOODLAND / GREENACRES ANNEXATION
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The South Woodland / Greenacres area considered for annexation lies in the southeast area of
Kalispell. This area is bounded on the east by Willow Glen Drive, but includes an
approximately 30 acre parcel east of Willow Glen Drive which is planned for an urban density
residential development. Meadow Park Unit No. 2 and properties adjoining to the west
generally form the southern boundary, Highway 93 to Kelly Road; then those properties east of
the City limits and Fifth Avenue East form the western boundary. Fourteenth Street/South
Woodland Avenue form the northern boundary.
Exhibit A is a map which shows the proposed annexation boundaries and proposed City zoning.
On September 23, 1996 the Kalispell City Council passed Resolution 4294, a Resolution of
Intent to Annex Greenacres and South Woodland. This report is intended to address services
which would be provided to this annexation area or a smaller area within this area as required
under Section 7-2-4305, M.C.A. This report is prepared as an addendum to the City of
Kalispell Extension of Services Plan.
LAND USE
The area being considered for annexation contains approximately 308 acres which is a mix of
residential, commercial and industrial uses. This area is on the urban fringe of Kalispell and
can be viewed as a transition area to the more rural, large tract residential and agricultural uses
to the east. The majority of the properties, approximately 65 to 70 percent, have been
developed residentially, primarily single-family residences with some multi -family, duplex and
townhouses in the area. Commercial land is located along Highway 93 and contains
approximately 20 percent of the area, with the remaining 15 percent or so designated as
industrial. Commercial / industrial zoning depth from the highway right-of-way is generally
300-400 feet with residential zoning in back of the commercial strip.
Extension of municipal sewer and water facilities without annexation has taken place in the area
over the years in response to residential and commercial growth in the area.
As stated in Resolution 4294, the resolution of intent to annex a portion of the South Woodland
/ Greenacres area, the annexation will be pursued under the provisions of Title 7, Chapter 2,
Part 43, Montana Code Annotated, Annexation of Contiguous Land. This Part outlines specific
procedures for annexation which includes, among other things, an extension of services plan
outlining the provisions for services to the area.
EXISTP G SERVICES
Roads: Roads within the area proposed for annexation are a mix of those which are owned and
maintained by the State, County and those which are privately owned and maintained. County
roads with the exception of the roads south of Kelly Road in the Greenacres Unit Four
Subdivision are maintained by the County. Highway 93 is owned by the federal government,
but maintained by the state. Mallard Drive is a private roadway and is privately maintained.
Eagle Drive, South Woodland Drive and Condor Drive south of Kelly Road have received Iittle
or no maintenance by the County.
Water Service: The neighborhood plan area is served by a combination of a community water
system, the City of Kalispell's water system and private wells. Greenacres Units One, Two,
Three and Four are all served by a privately owned and maintained community water system.
The community water system is served by three well sites; one located on the northwest corner
of Eagle Drive and South Woodland Drive, another located at the northeast corner of Green
Acres Unit One and one located at the park on the southwest corner of Stag Lane.
The City of Kalispell provides water service to a number of users in the area. A one to two
inch water line runs down Eighth Avenue East which was put in place approximately 40 years
ago and provides service to approximately 20 residents in the area. The city also has a small
water line which runs along Woodland Drive and to the south, providing service to some
residents outside the city limits. A 12 inch water main runs south of Woodland Avenue along
South Woodland Drive, providing service to residents inside the city limits. City water service
has also been extended to serve Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow Park Unit No. 2 with
a provision that the current and future property owners waive the right to protest annexation into
the city.
Server Service: Sewer service in the plan area is provided by a combination of on -site septic
systems and the City of Kalispell's sewer system. City sewer mains run along Kelly Road and
South Woodland Drive. City sewer also serves subdivisions to the north and south of Kelly
Road. The City of Kalispell extended sewer service to a portion of Greenacres Units Three and
all of Greenacres Unit Four in the early 1980's under an Extension of Services Agreement with
Mark III, the developer of the Greenacres subdivisions. Additionally, the City has provided
sewer services to Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow Park Unit No. 2 with a waiver to
protest annexation.
Storm Drainage: There are no storm drains in the neighborhood plan area. Drainage plans for
the area were developed as part of the initial approval for the Greenacres West subdivisions and
subsequent Southgate subdivisions. Drainage was supposed to be provided by a series of
drainage ditches and culverts which ultimately would discharge into the slough after being
filtered with grasses and sand. Over the years, culverts have been filled or crushed and ditches
have been filled leaving the drainage system in poor shape.
Fire: The South Kalispell Fire District provides service to County residents by way of tanker
pumpers owned by the fire district. One of the greatest concerns the residents of the area have
about being annexed is losing service from the district as well as the impact the loss of tax
dollars would have on the fire district.
Police: The area is served by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office and have a mutual aid
agreement with the City of Kalispell for emergency back-up. Little or no routine patrolling from
the sheriff's office. Animal control services are also provided by the County, although this is
on a limited basis.
Schools: School District #5, Kalispell, provides educational service to the South Woodland /
Greenacres Neighborhood. Elrod Elementary school serves most of the area. Some children
attend Cornelius Hedges Elementary but these boundaries are not dictated by local jurisdictional
boundaries. The school district offers optional bus service for a fee because this area is within
their three mile bussing limit. These schools are at capacity.
]Parks and Recreation: There is a County park located at the west end of Haven Court in
Greenacres Unit Two. The County park is actually comprised of two lots, one park in Unit Two
which contains approximately 1.54 acres and the other park in Unit One which contains 1.01
acres. The County park currently lacks any substantial amenities and warrants some
improvements.
Solid Waste: Solid waste pick-up and disposal services are provided by a private hauler or by
owner hauler to the County landfill or County greenboxes.
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Roads: Roads within the area proposed for annexation are currently a mix of those which are
owned and maintained by the State, County and those which are privately owned and
maintained. The County would continue to maintain Willow Glen Drive and the State would
continue to maintain Highway 93.
Other roads in the proposed annexed area would be taken over and maintained by the City of
Kalispell. In general, the streets built within the proposed annexation area prior to 1990 were
not constructed to current City or County standards, with the greatest deficiency existing in the
lack of adequate sub -base material resulting in many of the roadway being prone to excessive
frost heaving. Numerous utility cuts in the area have exacerbated the problems and have
resulted in marginal driving surfaces in several areas, particularly along Kelly Road. Streets
constructed after 1990, primarily those in Meadow Park Subdivision and Meadow Park Unit No.
2, were built to a City standards and are expected to have a much longer service life than others.
South Woodland Drive and Kelly Road, which function as area collector streets, are relatively
narrow for the increasing traffic demands and should be considered for full reconstruction and
widening. Streets within the annexation area should be included in the City's short-term overlay
plans, with a goal to overlay all streets within ten years. Kelly Road would be scheduled for
reconstruction within the next five years, with the actual schedule dependent upon growth in the
South Woodland / Greenacres area and other city-wide demands. Reconstruction of the
roadways would be financed through general fund revenues and gas tax as part of the over all
roads reconstruction priority list and schedule.
In all cases, streets which do not have curbs and gutters should continue as such. Curbs and
gutters would concentrate storm water, increasing the rate of delivery and the total volume of
runoff to the slough south of Kelly Road. A system of open ditches would reduce the peak flow
into the slough and provide beneficial filtration through grassy swales and ditches.
General maintenance of the streets within the annexation area would be immediately taken over
by the City which would include pothole repair, snow removal and street cleaning.
In addition to the general maintenance and upgrades anticipated to be provided by the City of
Kalispell, the Montana Department of Transportation plan to reconstruct Highway 93. The City
will continue its work with the State to facilitate the most practical and safe intersection with
Kelly Road and Highway 93, and pursue the possibility of placing a signalized intersection at
this corner.
A four way stop will be created at the intersection of South Woodland Drive and Kelly Road
provided this intersection can meet the warrants for a stop sign under the Manual of Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Routine patrolling of this area will be provided to
encourage compliance with the speed limits and traffic stops.
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Water Service: The neighborhood plan area is currently served by a combination of a
community water system, the City of Kalispell's water system and private wells. Areas
proposed to be annexed along Woodland Avenue and the area between Dry Bridge Park and the
current City limits are presently served by the Kalispell water system. Water mains in
Woodland Avenue and 8th Avenue East would be upgraded over the next five years to increase
line capacity, provide adequate fire flows and eliminate leaking pipes. Those improvements
would be made by the City of Kalispell Public Works Department as part of their continuing
program of system improvements.
Based upon the current understanding of the Greenacres community water system, the existing
network of six inch water mains is in reasonable condition and generally sufficient to provide
fire flows to the area if connected to a more substantial water supply source generating greater
pressure within the lines. There are three wells providing water to the community systems
which produce a relatively low rate of flow and would not be able to be integrated as a useful
component of the Kalispell water system.
Efforts would be made to incorporate the Greenacres community water system into the Kalispell
water system upon annexation. This could be accomplished in the summer of 1997 with a series
of interconnections along South Woodland Drive. These connections have been anticipated in
the design for the City water main extension which will commence in the South Woodland Drive
in October 1996. Once the Greenacres community water system is incorporated into the City's,
all water customers would be required to have meters in accordance with City specifications.
Water hook-up fees for residents who are part of the Greenacres community water system would
be waived. Any fees which are in excess of the cost of the water meter which have already been
paid by residents who are part of the community water system, would be refunded.
Fire hydrants would also be installed in key locations, as determined by the Kalispell Fire Chief.
The Public Works Department can foresee as many as ten fire hydrants installed during the
summer of 1997. These improvements would be made by the Kalispell Public Works
Department as part of their continuing program of system improvements. It is estimated that
approximately ten hydrants would be required to be installed to provide adequate fire protection
for the area.
One or two of the existing three private wells could be utilized for private irrigation purposes
and park maintenance. If the wells are not utilized for irrigation purposes, they should be
properly abandoned. The cost of the abandonment of the wells would be born by the
homeowners association.
It is anticipated that the private well located at the homeowner's park would be used for
irrigation of the parks and homes within the Greenacres subdivisions.
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It is anticipated that new water mains will be extended from time to time for new subdivisions
and to replace individual failing wells. In these cases, the cost of engineering and construction
for water main extension will be borne by the developer or property owner.
Sewer: Many of the residents which the proposed annexation area dispose of sewage through
on -site septic systems. In is anticipated that sanitary sewer service will be extended in small,
incremental phases in response to the needs and demands of new subdivisions and failing septic
systems in the area. The cost of engineering and construction for sewer main extension would
be assumed by the developer or property owner.
Although many of the septic systems in the area will continue to contribute to poor water quality
in the slough and some high groundwater problems, the expense of sewer extension and
connection fees will force many homeowners to utilize their existing on -site disposal systems for
as long as possible. As an incentive to encourage early connection to the sanitary sewer system,
the City will freeze sewer hook up fees at the current rate for three years or until January 1,
2000. After that date, the sewer fees would based on the prevailing rate. All City sewer
customers would be required to have meters in accordance with City specifications.
The sewer lift station serving the Greenacres area will be upgraded by the Kalispell Public
Works Department as part of their continuing program of system improvement during the
summer of 1997. As subdivision activity takes place within the proposed annexation area,
alternatives will be sought to relocate the lift station at the southeast comer of Eagle Drive and
Kelly Road to a less obtrusive location. Potential costs of relocating the lift station would be
home primarily by the developer with the City providing the long term maintenance.
The City will provide sewer extension in the area of 8th Avenue East as required or requested
by the property owners in the area. City sewer will also be extended along Highway 93 South
as part of the Highway 93 reconstruction.
Storm Sewer: There are no storm drains in the neighborhood area. Drainage plans for the area
were developed as part of the initial approval for the Greenacres West subdivisions and
subsequent Southgate subdivisions primarily through ditching and swales which would ultimately
discharge into the slough after being filtered with grasses and sand. Over the years, culverts
have been filled or crushed and ditches have been filled leaving the drainage system in poor
shape.
Recommended drainage improvements would be through re-establishing swales and ditches as
well as other surface drainage and improvements outlined in the South Woodland / Greenacres
Facilities Plan which would ultimately discharge the water into the slough. Improvements would
be made within three years and financed by bonds or State funding programs to be repaid with
storm sewer assessment funds. If the project was to be phased, improvements to provide
discharge from the slough would be made during the first phase.
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If possible, another alternative would be to construct a detention area on the east side of Willow
GIen when the area is developed into residential lots. As subdivision activity takes place in this
area, efforts will be made to coordinate expansion of the drainage detention area, vegetative
treatment of contaminated water and stabilizing the water level in the slough.
Approximately $150,000. gathered over a five year period from storm sewer assessments in the
area will be used for storm sewer improvements, in additional to other unidentified potential
funding sources.
Water quality testing in the area of the slough could be undertaken by the homeowners in the
area for the purposes of identifying the water quality in different areas of the slough. The City
could provide technical assistance and coordination in setting up a monitoring program.
Fire: The South Kalispell Fire District provides service to County residents by way of tenders
owned by the fire district. One of the greatest concerns the residents of the area have about
being annexed is the loss of service by the district and the impact that the reduced revenues the
district would receive would have on the district itself. Attempts to reduce the financial impacts
the annexation would have on the rural fire district might include a repayment of tax revenues
or the contract of services.
The City would be willing to pay off the capital indebtedness currently incurred by the Kalispell
Rural Fire District in an amount equal to the percentage of the revenues the annexation area
provides to the district. It is estimated that the current outstanding debt on the new tender
purchased by the district is approximately $80,000. For example, if the annexation area
provides 35 percent of the district revenues, the City would provide the fire district with
approximately $28,000. to be used to pay off their capital debt.
Police: Municipal police protection is needed to adequately serve continuing commercial
development and residential development in the area. With annexation, the area would be served
by the Kalispell Police Department and routine patrolling would be provided. The Police Chief
commented that the area could be adequately served at this time with existing staffing and
facilities.
Schools: School District #5, Kalispell, provides educational service to the South Woodland I
Greenacres Neighborhood. Elrod Elementary school serves most of the area. Some children
attend Cornelius Hedges Elementary but these boundaries are not dictated by local jurisdictional
boundaries. The school district offers optional bus service for a fee because this area is within
their three mile bussing limit. These schools are at capacity.
Parks and Recreation: There is a County park located at the west end of Haven Court in
Greenacres Unit Two. The County park is actually comprised of two lots, one park in Unit Two
which contains approximately 1.54 acres and the other park in Unit One which contains 1.01
acres for a total park area of 2.55 acres. The County park currently lacks any substantial
amenities and warrants some improvements. Once annexed, the City would be willing to take
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over the ownership and maintenance of this park, and upgrading the park by providing
amenities. equipment and irrigation. The City would provide the financing for upgrading the
parking and adding the amenities from the City park funds for that area. Approximately $7,500.
would be available to be invested in the park upgrades which would be used for an irrigation
system, play equipment and landscaping during the first year.
The City Parks and Recreation Department would also like to encourage the neighborhood to
participate in the development of the park through a neighborhood committee or some other
informal means of gaining consensus.
There is also a homeowners park on the southwest corner of Stag Lane which is approximately
1.209 acres that also houses a well site. The Greenacres Homeowners Association is willing to
deed over that community park to the City, and the City Parks and Recreation Department is
willing to take over the maintenance of the park.
The City would provide maintenance to both of the parks with regard to mowing and routine
maintenance of landscaping and equipment. The estimated costs for maintenance would be
approximately $2,100. per year.
The City Parks and Recreation Department can also provide the area with the pick-up and
chipping of downed tree limbs after wind storms and lawn debris at various times of the year.
Solid Waste: With annexation, solid waste removal services in the area will continue to be
provided by a contract hauler. The City can not provide solid waste removal services to an
annexed area until at least five years following annexation if licensed contractor services are
available, as required by 7-2-4736 M.C.A. Solid waste will continue to be transported to the
County landfill. In 1994, the life expectancy of the landfill was estimated at 7-8 years within
the footprint of the existing facility and an additional 15-17 years within a proposed 26-acre
expansion area.
The Kalispell Extension of Services Plan sets forth various policies for financing extension of
services. Construction of new streets, sewer, water, and drainage facilities is typically the
responsibility of the developer or property owner. This is generally accomplished by creating
a special improvement district by property owners in the area or construction and financing by
developers with the creation of a new subdivision.
In attempting to address some of the more unique problems associated with the area proposed
to be annexed, the City would be able to explore alternative financing methods which might
include capital facility grants, low interest Ioans, State revolving funds, non -point source
pollution grant monies or other various sources. The City would be able to assist the
homeowners in the area by providing technical expertise, making formal contacts and sponsoring
financing efforts.
Operating and maintenance costs for streets, sewer, water, police, fire protection, parks,
building and zoning, and other municipal functions would be primarily financed by a
combination of user fees and taxation. Funding for expansion of the waste water treatment
facility would be provided by plant investment fees charged for new sewer hook-ups. Street
overlays and repairs would be finances from the City's general fund and gas taxes collected.
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