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Introduction
The intent of this report is to provide a comprehensive understanding of existing Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) Districts. Knowledge of TIF projects and other actions related to TIF in addition
to financial reports serve to improve TIF management and implementation on behalf of the
community. This report documents Kalispell Tax Increment Financing Districts for the period
September 2017 through August 2018.
Summary
Tax Increment Financing District law is found at Title 7, Chapter 15, Parts 42 and 43, of the
Montana Code Annotated. In Kalispell, applications for Tax Increment Financing are accepted
through the Community and Economic Development Department, reviewed and considered by
the Urban Renewal Agency and ultimately decided by City Council.
The Montana Department of Revenue 2018 Certified Taxable Valuation Information annual
report is the source of all current taxable, base taxable and incremental values utilized in this
report. The Department of Revenue's information for the Kalispell City taxing jurisdiction was
certified July 30, 2018. Note that certification of values is determined on a single day in the
calendar year and therefore provides a "snapshot" of value. It is not uncommon for values to
vary between the time of the certification and the actual collection of taxes by the Department
of Revenue. It should be mentioned that due to changes in the Department of Revenue's
valuation method in 2015 readers saw significant changes in valuation from 2014 to 2015, with
values becoming more comparable from 2015 to present. Additionally, due to the addition of
the Glacier Rail Park Targeted Economic Development District (TEDD) TIF base values increased
from 2016 to 2017.
Further, it is important to note that the West Side TIF boundary was expanded by City Council
action in December 2012 to include the Core Area leading to a recalculation of the base taxable
value. The recalculation together with the significant variations in taxable values experienced
throughout the City creates year to year calculations that can be counter -intuitive.
The City of Kalispell Tax Increment Financing Districts are overseen by a five -member volunteer
board, the Urban Renewal Agency (URA). Board members are appointed by City Council to
serve four-year, staggered terms. Members and board terms for 2017-2018 are shown on the
next page.
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Position
Term Expires
Marc Rold
Chairman
04/30/2022
Jeff Zauner
Member
04/30/2022
Dave Girardot
Member
04/30/2021
Shannon Freix
Member
04/30/2020
Matt Venturini
Member
04/30/2020
The URA held seven meetings from September 2017 through August 2018. The Urban Renewal
Agency receives staff support from the City of Kalispell, Community and Economic Development
Department.
The Urban Renewal Agency meeting history for the period September 2017 to August 2018 follows:
Meeting Date Attendance Action
09/25/2017
Rold, Zauner, Girardot,
Venturini
10/18/2017
All Members
Rold, Girardot, Venturini
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Rold, Zauner, Freix, Venturini
01/17/2018
02/28/2018
04/18/2018
06/13/2018
Rold, Zauner, Venturini,
d Girardot
All Members
08/15/2018
Rold, Zauner, Girardot
Husky Street Apartments project recommended for West Side
Urban Renewal — Core Area tax increment grant financing,
overview of Kalispell Downtown Plan
Explanation of Husky Apartments additional request,
recommendation to approve request, RFQ for South Kalispell
Traffic Impact Study being prepared, annual report approval.
NW Drywall to begin work on Glacier Rail Park site, Husky Street
Developer's Agreement finalization, City staff continue to meet
with potential developers regarding Old School Station lots, RFQ
for Kalispell Trail design consultant due February 22, 2018, David
Girardot selected to represent URA on Trail Crew, Downtown
Plan approved by City Council in December
WGM Group to perform South Kalispell Traffic Impact Study
work, Husky Street Developer's Agreement, CHS relocation
agreement signed,. SOQs for Kalispell Trail consultant under
review
Alta Planning + Design chosen as Kalispell Trial consultant, WGM
Group representative provided overview of South Kalispell
traffic count and impact study, Airport Users Group MOU signed
Kalispell received Opportunity Zone designation by Governor
Bullock, MOU between City of Kalispell and FCEDA approved,
South Kalispell Traffic Impact study open house June 28, 2018,
review of Kalispell Trail Deep Dive Week
WGM Group shared Airport Road Intersection Improvements
Design and alternative Summary, 2018 Certified Taxable
Valuations shared, EPA has approved Phase 11 environmental site
assessments for structures only/hazardous testing only for CHS
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West Side/Core Area Tax Increment Financing District
In accordance with provisions of Montana State Law, City Council adopted ordinance No. 1259
on March 17, 1997, establishing the West Side Urban Renewal Tax Increment Financing District
and adopting the urban renewal plan. The ordinance also established January 1, 1997, as the
base year for calculating the tax increment of the district.
The enabling legislation documents the following purpose of the West Side TIF:
Whereas, the Plan [West Side Urban Renewal Plan] for the project area requires, among other
things:
a. setting a pattern of land use incorporating sensitivity to neighboring uses;
b. creating a circulation pattern that maintains a separation of incompatible uses;
c. creating a street system that can accommodate increase in traffic safety; and
d. providing a full range of services to area.
In November 2012, City of Kalispell Ordinance No. 1717 modified the boundaries of the Westside TIF
District to include an area referred to as the "Core Area." The Core Area encompasses 365 acres and is
focused along the major roadways of Idaho Street, Main Street, Center Street, Meridian Street, and 5tn
Avenue West North.
In February 2013, Kalispell City Council Resolution No. 5605 was adopted as an amendment to the West
Side Urban Renewal Plan, the Core Area Plan. The intent of the Core Area Plan is to eliminate blight and
encourage redevelopment in the district through the use of TIF as specified by State Law.
Current City Council Ward: Ward 1 Council Members: Kari Gabriel and Sandy Carlson
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Side Base Taxable Value $7,932,918 $7,932,918
West Side Current Taxable Value $8..0081362
Total West Side TIF Incremental Vallup"M $75,444 -72.9%
The table shows a decrease in both the current taxable value and the total incremental value from 2017
to 2018. The current assessed value of property within the Vilest Side TIF District decreased from
$7,932,918 to $8,008,362 resulting in nearly 1% growth from the base assessed value established in
2012 at the time of the District's expansion.
On September 10, 2014 the URA approved a 6-month extension of the 11 Main Street Developer's
Agreement to accommodate street and sidewalk closure required for the extension of the fire line to the
building as well as facade improvements, the project was completed in November 2015. The URA also
approved Historic Fagade Improvement Grant funding for 7 Main Street to accompany the already
approved Westside TIF Technical Assistance funding for repair and rehabilitation of the building fagade
comparable to historic standards, this project was completed in June 2016. The recently restored
property was purchased by a local business owner and is now Noble Dance studio with long-term
lease apartments on the 2"d floor.
In April 2015, City Council approved Resolution No.5719, accepting the recommendation by the City
of Kalispell Urban Renewal Agency to identify the project known as the Kalispell Core and Rail
Redevelopment Project as an urban renewal project that may be financed by West Side Tax
Increment Funds. The funds identified are considered match for the Transportation Investment
Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant in the form of a bond granted to the City of Kalispell in
June 2018, which has been used to fund a portion of the Kalispell Core and Rail Redevelopment
Project.
Additionally, in January 2017 the URA approved a Developer's Agreement between Husky Partners,
LLC and the City for reimbursement of allowable improvement expenses associated with the newly
constructed Husky Street Apartments which were completed in spring 2018.
In October 2015, the City of Kalispell and its partner Flathead County Economic Development
Authority (FCEDA) were awarded $10 million in TIGER VII grant funding for the Kalispell Core and
Rail Redevelopment Project, these funds were obligated and construction on the Glacier Rail Park
site began in August 2017. This project began with the construction of the new Glacier Rail Park at
the reclaimed gravel pit on the east side of Kalispell, which is nearly complete with a grand opening
held in October 2018, allowing the two businesses currently using rail services to relocate to the
new rail park. Following the relocation of those businesses the old rail line, currently dissecting the
center of Kalispell, will be converted into a bike and pedestrian trail, creating a safe, alternative
transportation corridor that connects citizens of this economically disadvantaged section of the
community to work and education opportunities. This project allows for redevelopment of
approximately 44 acres of vacant, blighted, brownfields properties within the area, creating new
vitality in the epicenter of the community. For more information and updates on this project please
visit: http: www.kalisl)ellcoreandrail.com
The Kalispell Core & Rail Redevelopment Project has become an economic catalyst within the
Kalispell Core Area and has led to a number of redevelopment projects in the area from 2012 to
present:
Year of
Completion
Project Name
Permit Amount
Location
2012
A to 2 Engineering
$210,000
138 E Center St
2012
Loading Dock/Brannigan's Renovation/ Addition
$700,000
101 E Center St
2013
Depot Place Senior Living
$2,741,438
249 E Center St
2013
Flathead Liquor
$119,600
1121 Hwy 2 W
2013
River Church
$587,500
1275 Hwy 2 W
2014
Starbucks
$750,000
10 N Main St
2014
Kalispell Kidds Dental
$1,300,000
1252 N Meridian
2016
7 Main Street
$83,000
7 Main St
2016
Papa Murphy's
$400,000
238 E Center St
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2016
Fuel Fitness
$11700,000
1305 Hwy 2 W
2017
Herberger's Addition
$21000,000
20 N Main St
2017
7 Main Street — Noble Dance Studio
$50,000
7 Main Street
2017
NW Automotive Expansion
$45,000
20 2"d Ave W
2017
Rivals Sports Bar
$50,000
1250 Hwy 2 W
2017
McDonalds Rebuild
$815,000
1110 Hwy 2 W
2017
SunRift Beer Company
$117,500
409 1st Ave WN
2018
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1110 Husky
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219 E Center
Street
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$14,463.038
The West Side TIF District will expire 0n January 1, 2037.
West Side TIF Fiscal Year 2018 Revenue (7/l/17-6/30/18)
West Side TIF beginning cash July 1, 2017: $4,.004.,198
Tax Increment Revenue: $484,237
Bond Revenue $944,670
Investment Earnings Revenue: $45,o791
Fiscal Year 2018 Available for Expenditures: $5,*478,?896
West Side TIF Fiscal Year 2018 Expenditures and Commitments:
Personnel Services: ($53..099)
Contract Services: ($3,192)
Administration Transfer: ($3,,966)
Debt Service: ($454,659)
Pre -TIGER ($37.*142)
TIGER Project ($2,200,000)
Redevelopment Activity: ($558 678)
Total Expenditures and Commitments: ($3,310,0736)
Uncommitted Cash as of 6/30/2018:
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South Kalispell/Airport TIF
In accordance with provisions of Montana State Law, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1242
on July 1., 1996, establishing the City Airport/Athletic Complex Urban Renewal District and
adopting the "Kalispell City Airport/Athletic Complex Redevelopment Plan Analysis"
establishing January 1, 1996, as the base year for calculating the tax increment of the district.
The enabling legislation documents the following purpose of the Airport Tax Increment Finance
District:
Whereas, among the identified goals and objectives of the Urban Renewal Plan are:
a. Minimizing hazards to navigation;
b. Developing the airport in accordance with an airport layout plan;
c. Increasing development opportunities on nearby properties;
d. Promoting compatible land use in and around the airport;
e. Establishing a funding mechanism for airport properties; and
f. Establishing a priority schedule for plan implementation.
Ordinance No. 1541 was adopted by Council on July 18, 2005, amending the City
Airport/Athletic Complex Redevelopment Plan, authorizing an urban renewal project and
approving revenue bonds.
Current City Council Ward: Ward 4 Council Members: Tim Kluesner and Phil Guiffrida
The table above compares values from year 2017 to 2018, showing a decrease in current
taxable value and an increase in incremental value. It should be noted that the current assessed
value of property within the South Kalispell/Airport TIF District has increased from $453.,612 to
$1,213,915 resulting in a 168% increase above the base assessed value established in 1996 at
time of District's creation.
As a result of project bonding issued in September 2005, beginning January 1, 2006, and
continuing each year through July 1, 2020, up to $500,000 of the annual increment will be
utilized to pay debt service.
In the November 2013 election, the city electorate, by referendum, voted to reject a City
Council proposal to undertake significant upgrades at the city airport. In response to the
referendum vote City Council retained the services of CTA Architects/Engineers to provide
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planning services for updating the South Kalispell/Airport Urban Renewal Plan. This update,
through public outreach, identified key development and redevelopment concepts in the South
Kalispell Corridor, to specifically develop a series of short term and long term options for the
airport, airport lands and surrounding affected neighborhoods. City Council approved
Ordinance No. 5764 on August 1, 2016 amending the City of Kalispell Airport/Athletic Complex
Redevelopment Plan to adopt and incorporate The south Kalispell Urban Renewal Plan. In April
2018 the Kalispell Airport Association, Inc. (KAA) was established and an agreement was signed
by City Council allowing the KAA to take over both management and leases for the Kalispell City
Airport. City Council has agreed to provide the KAA $1.,065,254 in South Kalispell Airport Tax
Increment Financing District funding for new infrastructure improvements to the airport.
In October 2017, WGM Group was chosen to perform the South Kalispell Traffic Impact Study to
research, design, engineer and provide construction oversite for intersection improvements on
13th Street and Airport Road and at 18th Street and Airport Road. Upon completion of the traffic
study and review by the Montana Department of Transportation it was apparent that changes
at the US Highway 93/13th Street/Airport Road intersection were not feasible at this time, thus
focus was shifted to the 18t'' Street/Airport Road intersection where the realignment of 181n
Street, a new parking lot and additional sidewalks are being proposed. Due to the impending
expiration of the South Kalispell/Airport TIF construction for this project will likely occur in
spring/summer 2019.
The South Kalispell/Airport TIF District will expire July 1, 2020.
South Kalispell/Airport TIF Fiscal Year 2018 Revenue (7/l/17-6/30/18)
South Kalispell/ Airport TIF beginning cash July 1, 2017:
Tax Increment Revenue:
$1,786,485
$655,526
Investment Earnings Revenue: $24,607
Fiscal Year 2018 Available for Expenditures:
$21466,618
South Kalispell/Airport TIF Fiscal Year 2018 Expenditures and Commitments:
Personnel Services: ($251617)
Contract Services: ($11648)
Administration Transfer: ($91975)
Debt Service: ($184108)
Redevelopment Activity: ($88,847)
Total Expenditures and Commitments:
($308, 195)
Uncommitted Cash as of 6/30/2017: $2,p158,p423
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Old School Station, Industrial
In accordance with provisions of Montana State Law, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1557
on November 21, 2005, establishing the Old School Station Industrial Tax Increment Financing
District, identifying its boundaries and establishing January 1, 2005, as the base year for
calculating the tax increment of the district.
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The table above shows a decrease in current taxable value or incremental value from 2017 to
2018. It should be noted that the current assessed value of property within the Old School
Station —Industrial District increased from $126 to $15.,908., a 12,525% over the base assessed
value established in 2005 at time of District's creation. This high percentage of increase in
value is the result of the TIF being created while the properties were still undeveloped sites.
A portion of the annual increment from this TIF is pledged for repayment of Special
Improvement District bonds, as needed and as funds are available, over the life of the bond,
January 1, 2007, through July 1, 2026. In fiscal year 2017, $10,000 was transferred for this
purpose.
City Council took action by means of Resolution No. 5710 on April 6, 2015 to take assignment
from Flathead County of its tax liens on the six parcels of old School Station, for both the
Technology and Industrial Districts, by paying past dues taxes and assessments, subsequently,
Council passed Resolution No. 5712 on April 20, 2015 to retain and sell the properties. City
Council selected Flathead Valley Brokers to list and market the properties. For additional
information on the properties for sale, please visit the following webpage:
https://www.kalispell-comZ494/Old-School-Station-Lots-for-Sale
The Old School Station —Industrial TIF is scheduled to terminate on the fifteenth year following
its creation on January 1, 2020.
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Old School Station Industrial Fiscal Year 2018 Revenue (7/l/17-6/30/18)
OSS TI F beginning cash July 1, 2017: $7,.414
Tax Increment Revenue: $7,381
Investment Earnings Revenue: $61
Fiscal Year 2018 Available for Expenditures: $14,1856
Old School Station Industrial Fiscal Year 2018 Expenditures and Commitments:
Personnel Services: ($0)
Contract Services: ($0)
Administration Transfer: ($0)
Debt Service: ($10,000)
Redevelopment Activity: ($0)
Total Expenditures and Commitments: ($10,000)
Uncommitted Cash as of 6/30/2018: $4,v856
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Old School Station, Technology
In accordance with provisions of Montana State Law, City Council adopted ordinance No. 1558
on November 21, 2005, establishing the old School Station Technology Tax Increment Financing
District, identifying its boundaries and establishing January 1, 2005, as the base year for
calculating the tax increment of the district.
Current City Council ward: Ward 4 Council Members: Tim Kluesner and Phil Guiffrida
The table above compares the values for year 2017 to 2018, showing a decrease in current
taxable value and total value. The current assessed value of property within the Old School
Station --Technology TIF District increased from $390 to $88.,838,, a 22,679% increase over the
base assessed value established in 2005 at the time of the District's creation. This high
percentage of increase in value is the result of the TIF being created while the properties were
still undeveloped sites.
A portion of the annual increment from this TIF is pledged for repayment of Special
Improvement District bonds, as needed and as funds are available, over the life of the bond,
January 1, 2007, through July 1, 2026. In fiscal year 2018, $60,000 was transferred for this
purpose.
The old School Station —Technology TIF is scheduled to terminate on the fifteenth year
following its creation on January 1, 2020.
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Old School Station Technology Fiscal Year 2018 Revenue (7/l/17-6/30/18)
OSS TIF beginning cash July 1, 2017: $16j695
Tax Increment Revenue: $74,372
Investment Earnings Revenue: $213
Fiscal Year 2018 Available for Expenditures: $91,P280
Old School Station Technology Fiscal Year 2018 Expenditures and Commitments:
Personnel Services: ($0)
Contract Services: ($0)
Reimbursements/other: ($20,393)
Debt Service: ($60.,000)
Redevelopment Activity: ($p)
Total Expenditures and Commitments: ($80,393)
Uncommitted Cash as of 6/30/2018: $10,p887
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Glacier Rail Park Targeted Economic Development District
In accordance with provisions of Montana State Law, City Council adopted ordinance No. 1770
on May 2, 2016, establishing the Glacier Rail Park Targeted Economic Development District,
identifying its boundaries and establishing January 1, 2016, as the base year for calculating the
tax increment of the district.
Current City Council Ward: Ward 2 Council Members: Wayne Saverud and Chad Graham
The Glacier Rail Park Development Plan embraces a 104-acre area under multiple ownerships
located in the heart of Flathead County in and adjacent to the City of Kalispell. The City of
Kalispell in conjunction with the Flathead County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA)
sought to foster the development of secondary, value adding industries within the Glacier Rail
Park Plan Area as part of the City's overall mission to meet its needs of promoting economic
development, improving area employment opportunities and expanding the community's tax
base. This effort was made possible through the creation of a Targeted Economic Development
District (TEDD) on 49 acres of land within the larger Glacier Rail Park Plan Boundary. The City of
Kalispell will utilize Tax Increment Financing as part of the overall strategy to provide
infrastructure in support of value -adding industry pursuant to the 2013 Targeted Economic
Development District Act, embodied in 7-15-4279, Montana Code Annotated. The TEDD
provides the City of Kalispell with the ability to employ tax increment financing as provided in 7-
15-4282, MCA for appropriate public infrastructure projects in support of "value -adding
industry or secondary value-added products or commodities" within the Glacier Rail Park Plan
Boundary.
The Glacier Rail Park TEDD allows the City to appropriately marshal tax revenues to help fund
the public infrastructure that will spur a diverse private business base to invest in the area. It is
the primary focus of the Glacier Rail Park TEDD to develop the necessary infrastructure to
encourage the location, expansion and retention of diverse value added industries suitable for
an industrial Rail Park.
The goals of the Glacier Rail Park TEDD are to assist the Flathead Valley to recover from being
an Economically Distressed Area by accomplishing the following:
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a) To foster economic vitality in the Valley and increase employment opportunities
through infrastructure development in support of secondary value -adding
industry;
b) To provide support for business and industries that preserve the quality of life
for all residents;
c) To facilitate the creation of a diversified tenant base of multiple independent
tenants within the TEDD;
d) To encourage secondary, value -adding industries that take advantage of the
Valley's resources for the purpose of engaging in interstate commerce; and
e) To encourage the orderly growth and development of the community.
Investment in this project allows for the redevelopment of the former McElroy& Wilken gravel
pit into an active industrial rail park creating a long term boon to the local economy. The Glacier
Rail Park transforms acres and decades of disinvestment and decay into a robust and vibrant
economic hub.
The Glacier Rail Park TEDD is scheduled to terminate on the fifteenth year following its creation
on January 1, 2031.
Rail Park TEDD Fiscal Year 2018 Revenue (7/l/17-6/30/18)
Rail Park TEDD beginning cash July 1, 2017:
Tax Increment Revenue:
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Investment Earnings Revenue: $1
Fiscal Year 2018 Available for Expenditures: $519
Rail Park TEDD Fiscal Year 2018 Expenditures and Commitments:
Personnel Services: ($p)
Contract Services: ($p)
Reimbursements/other: ($0)
Debt Service: ($p)
Redevelopment Activity: ($0)
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Uncommitted Cash as of 6/30/2018: $519
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Proposed Downtown Tax Increment Financing District
On December 4, 2017, the Kalispell City Council adopted The Downtown Plan as an amendment
to the City of Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035 by Resolution No. 5846. The Downtown Plan
addresses a number of key topics that affect the future growth and development of Downtown
Kalispell. The primary goal of this Downtown Kalispell Urban Renewal Plan is to create a funding
mechanism (Tax Increment Finance District) in order to assist in the implementation of The
Downtown Plan. The City of Kalispell is seeking to foster the redevelopment of The Downtown
Plan area as part of the City's overall mission to meet its needs of promoting economic
development, improving area employment opportunities, improving area housing opportunities
and expanding the community's tax base.
This urban renewal effort is being undertaken pursuant to Montana Urban Renewal Statutes,
which provide for the renewal of blighted areas in Part s 7-15-42 and 7-15-43 of Montana Code
Annotated as follows:
7-15-4209 (1) A municipality, for the purposes of this part and part 43, may formulate a
workable program for utilizing appropriate private and public resources:
(a) to eliminate and prevent the development or spread of blighted areas;
(b) to encourage needed urban rehabilitation;
(c) to provide for the redevelopment of such areas; or
(d) to undertake such of the aforesaid activities or other feasible municipal activities as
may be suitably employed to achieve the objectives of such workable program.
(2) Such workable program may include, without limitation, provision for:
(a) the prevention of the spread of blight into areas of the municipality which are free
from blight through diligent enforcement of housing, zoning, and occupancy controls
and standards;
(b) the rehabilitation of blighted areas or portions thereof by replanning, removing
congestion, providing parks, playgrounds, and other public improvements; by
encouraging voluntary rehabilitation; and by compelling the repair and rehabilitation of
deteriorated or deteriorating structures; and
(c) the clearance and redevelopment of blighted areas or portions thereof.
The full Downtown Kalispell Urban Renewal Plan can be viewed on the following webpage:
https://www.kalispell.com/DocumentCenter/View/1791/Downtown-Kalispell-Urban-Renewal-
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This report reviewed and approved by the Urban Renewal Agency on December 19, 2018:
Date
M?(c Rold, Urban Renewal Agency Chairman
Kat�arine King, Assistant Di�ecy& of Community
& Economic Development
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Submit Inquiries To:
Katharine King
Assistant Director of Community
& Economic Development
201 First Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
406/758.7713
kking@kalispell.com