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THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL WAS HEIR JULY 10, 1972 AT
7:30 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL. MAYOR RJORNEBY PRESIDED.
ALL COUNCILMEN PRESENT.
Minutes of the regular council meeting of.Juns 12, 1972 Were read. Councilman
Miron moved approval of the minutes as Corrected. Seconded by Councilman Thomas.
Carried.
Councilman Slater moved that the difference between the price of Budd Wheels
and Cast wheels, $20.09 per truck, be deducted from the Roy Stanley Chevrolet
Claim for payment of the five dump trucks. Seconded by Councilmen Daley. Carried.
The minutes of the special council meeting of June 30, 1972, were read. Councilman
Miron moved approval of the minutes as read. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Carried.
OATH OF OFFICE
Councilman Harold Sampson, Ward Pour Councilman, was sworn on the Oath of Office
and received a Certificate of Election.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS
Councilman Happ requested the reports be deferred to the July 19th meeting.
HEAR AND PASS ON PROTESTS
Annexation of Sunny View Lane - no protests were received.
RESOLUTION NO. 2871
Councilman Schwartz moved adoption of Resolution No. 2871 A Resolution annexing
Sunny View Lane. Seconded by Councilman Rapp. Roll Call Vote. All voted aye.
Mr. Doug Remick, President of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce,filed the following
written complaint:
KALISPELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BOX 978 - KALISPELL, MONTANA 59901
July 10, 1972
city council
City Hall
Kalispell, Montana 59901
Gentleman:
The undersigned officers of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce hereby file a
complaint in writing in accordance with Article 2, Chapter 13 of the Kalispell
City Code. The following described establishment within the city limits or
within three miles thereof is offensive as designated in section 13.9 of the
City Code.
On the west side of Highway $93 South, at the location of Montana Steel, there
Is a large accumulation of miscellaneous scrap items and trash that is offensive
and should be removed or completely screened from public view in a manner satis-
factory to the City Council.
We respectfully request that the City Council proceed with enforcement of 13-10
by setting a public hearing at the earliest possible time in accordance with
Section 13-11 of the Kalispell City Code.
/a/ Doug Remick
Doug Remick
President
John Zenner
Treasurer
/s/ John Zenner, Jr.
Jay Kilpatrick
First Vice President
In the Heart of the Fabulous Flathead Valley, Home of Beautiful Flathead Lake,
Hungry use Dam and Glacier National Park
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Councilman Miron moved the City Attorney advise the parties responsible for the
property and establishment named in the complaint to appear at the council meeting
of August 9, 1972. Seconded by Councilman Schwartz. Carried.
Mr. Remick also requested a map of the city and the outlying area. Pacific Power
& Light Company will enclose the map with their phone directory. Mayor and Council
agreed the city would furnish a map of the city, but map of outlying area should
be obtained from the county.
Mr. Ron Anderson, respresenting_Local #256, requested City Employees be allowed
to reside outside the city limits.
Councilman Daley moved all department heads confirm that.city employees in their
departments are residents of the City of Kalispell with the exception of those who
residedoutsidethe city prior to the passage of resolution requiring city
residency for city employees. Seconded by Councilman Miron.
Discussion on the motion suggested the matter should be reviewed. Councilman
Miron moved substitute motion the council study for 60 days and bring back a
recommendation. Seconded by Councilman O'Brien. Substitute motion carried.
PLANNING AGREEMENT .
CityCounty planner, Mr. Steps Petrint, presented copies of agreement to Mayor and
Councilmen and answered questions regarding the agreement.
Councilmen Miron moped the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement "Flathead
County Areawide Planning Organisation" also referred to as "APO" as outlined.
Seconded by Councilman Sliter. Carried.
COMNITfEE REPORTS
Councilman Miron reviewed the budget calendar and welcomed on behalf of the Mayor
and Council, Councilman Sampson. He also requested Water Superintendent Lauterjung
to comment of the Area Wide Water/Sewer Plan. Water Superintendent Lauterjung
commented briefly on the plan and answered questions of councilmen.
Councilman Slater reported that the attendance at the last monthly cities -county
meeting by Kalispell representatives was poor as only two Kalispell representatives
were present. The next meeting is noon, July 26th, at the Ranging Tree in White-
fish and a better representation by Kalispell is desired. The City Clark is
requested to said reminders of the meeting to Kalispell councilmen.
Street & Alley -
Councilman HIPP reported the committee, with power to act, has awarded the bid for
gravel to McElroy and Wilken, the low bidder. The road oil bid was awarded to Big
West Oil Company, the low bidder. Councilman Rapp moved acceptance of the Street
and Alley Committee action. Seconded by Councilman O'Brien. Carried.
Councilman Rapp moved the curb cut, requested by the Conrad National Bank, at the
lot located at the corner of First Avenue West and First Street West be allowed.
Seconded by Councilman Miron. Carried.
Petition for Street Light
Councilmen Rapp reported receipt of petition for installation of a street light at
the -intersection of 11th Street Went and 6th Avenue West, the petition signed by
property owners of the area.
Councilman Rapp moved Mayor Sjorneby be authorized to add street light at this
location to the Street Lighting Contract with Pacific Power & Light and that the
Property owners be assessed for the cost of the lighting. Seconded by Councilman
Moron. Carried.
School Crossing Russell School -
The committee recommends the crosswalk be painted from the most side of 2nd. Ave.
W. N. to Wyoming St. and a sidewalk & curbing be installed on the north side of
West Wyoming from Highway 93 to lat. Ave. W. N. allowing school children to make
a straight direction across the highway to the highway island instead of crossing
at an angle.
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RESOLUTION MD. 2872
Councilman Kapp moved adoption of Resolution No. 2872 A Resolution Ordering the
Installations of sidewalk & curbing on the north side of West Wyoming between "
Nigim ay 93 and let. Ave. W. N. Seconded by Councilman Thomas. Roll Call Vote.
All voted aye.
Councilman Rapp reported the Christmas Decoration request of Kalispell Chamber
would be deferred to budget meetings.
Finance - Councilman Sliter reported the reinvestment of proceeds of V. S. Treasury
Bills which matured in early June in Bank Time Certificates of Deposit paying 4%
Interest and divided among the banks according to statute.
The reinvestment of proceeds of U. S. Treasury Bills maturing the last day of
June have been invested in Bank Time Certificates of Deposit paying 5% interest
and were invested in two of the local banks, the third bank not at present reedy
to pay the city 5% and in need of posting additional security before accepting
additional city funds for investment.
The committee has audited claims for June and recoemâ–ºe "a payment of these claims.
Councilman Slater moved acceptance of the finance committee report. Seconded by
Councilman O+Brien. Carried.
Safety -
Councilmen Thomas reported Ronald G. Frodenberg has satisfactorily completed the
probationary period as Police Officer. Councilman Thomas moved confirmation of
Ronald G. Fredwdwg as Patrolmen. Seconded by Councilman O'Brien. Carried.
Councilman Thomas reported the committee has reviewed the bids on a now fire truck
and moved the Superior Fire Apparatus Model qW-1250, complete with and including
Seagrove Model PC-20079 Custom Chasia (diesel) (powered two-atage pumper) at
$40>"1.00, the lowest qualifying bid, be accepted. Seconded by Councilman
Sampson.
Discussion on the motion regarding the possibility that the bid requirements (speo-
ificattoW resulted in a custom built trunk which resulted in a sizeable increase
In cost as compared to a standard production modal. Discussion as to what might
comatltute a standard production model.
Councilman Sliter moved substitute motion to reject all bids on the fire truck.
Seconded by Councilman Daley.
Councilmen Daley withdrew second on substitute motion. Councilman Slater withdrew
substitute motion. Question called on motion of Councilman Thomas. Voting for:
Councilmen Rapp, Miron, Thomas
Voting against:
Councilmen Daley, Slater, O'Brien
Abstentions: Councilmen Sampson, Schwartz
Mayor Bjorneby voted no. Motion failed.
Councilman Schwartz moved the City negotiate with the bidder, Superior Fire Apparatus,
on the bid. Seconded by Councilmen O'Brien. Carried.
Forest Service Road Funds -
Councilman Thomas reported to the Mayor and Council that the U. S. Forest Service
returns to Flathead County, funds in the amount of $621,350.00 which are used in
the county road departmsun. Councilman Thomas stated that the City should ask for
Its fair share of these fads which would be $75,000.00 to $80,000,00.
Councilman Thomas moved a letter be written to the Flathead County Commissioners
requesting payment of the City of Kalispell share of these road funds from the
U. S. Forest Service. Seconded by Councilman Rapp. Carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 2873
Annexation - Councilman Schwartz moved adoption of Resolution No. 2873 A Resolution
Of Intention to vacate an alley in the Ryker Addition to Kalispell. Seconded by
Councilman Sliter. Roll Call Vote. All voted aye.
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Parks -
Councilman O"Brien "Parted that the Kalispell Lions Club wished to turn over to the
City the Lions Park on Highway 93 South, and that a ceremony to celebrate the event
Is in order. Formal plans will be made at the next council meeting. Mr. Ed Haguild,
President of the Kalispell Lions Club reported the club has completed its
development plans for the park.
MISCELI ANEODS BUSINESS -
Councilman Miron and O'Brien excused by Mayor to attend another meeting.
Liquor and Beer License Applications -
The Powder Keg
Bar Beer
Skyline Bowl, Inc.
Liquor & Bar Beer
Jack'a Tavern, Inc.
Liquor & Bar Beer
The Saloon
Bar Beer
Log Cabin Bar
Liquor & Bar Beer
Sykes Grocery
Off Prom sea Beer
Kalispell Bar
Liquor & Bar Beer
Kalispell ,Elks Bldg. Assoc.
Liquor & Bar Beer
B & B Stores Inc.
Off Premiess Beer
Vista Club
Liquor & Bar Beer
The New Stockholm
Liquor & Bar Beer
The Skylark
Liquor & Bar Beer
Councilmen Slater moved all proper applications for liquor and bear license be
approved. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Carried,
Letter from Stanley M. Doyle, Attorney, regarding firemen parking -
Several firemen present expressed their dissatisfaction with their present parking
arrangements and indicated they would take action against the City to obtain
parking at city hell.
The firemen were instructed to follow proper grievance proceedures to resolve the
question.
There being no further business, Mayor Bjorneby adjourned the meeting.
Minutes read and approved August 9, 1972.
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