02/04/74 City Council Minutes578
THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KALISPELL, MONTANA- WAS HELD
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL AT 7:30 P.M., FEBRUARY 4, 1974. MAYOR BJORNEBY
PRESIDED. ALL COUNCILMEN WERE PRESENT.
APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES
Councilman Thomas moved the minutes of the regular meeting of January 21, 1974, be
approved as written. Seconded by Councilman Miron. Carried. -
ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL
Mr. Sandy D. Schindler, 2" 4th Ave East, representing petitioners petitioning to
abate the operation of the "Teen Center" reported to the Mayor and Council problems
of vandalism, noise, litter, drugs, alcohol, trespasSx obscenity, and other undesire.
able aspects of the "Teen Center" to the neighborhood in which it is located and
presented the following petition to the Mayor and Council:
•PETITION
TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KALISPELL:
The undersigned residents of the vicinity of Third Avenue
East and Third Street in the City of Kalispell hereby petition
the City of Kalispell to take whatever action is necessary to
abate the operation of "The Teen Center" as a public nuisance. '
Said "Teen Center" is being operated as a youth dance hall with-
out adequate adult supervision, the music is loud and raucous at
late hours disturbing the neighborhood, numerous incidents of
vandalism have occurred in the area, and fights and disturbances
regularly occur among the persons attracted to said place, all of
which have interferred with the comfortable enjoyment of life by
the signers hereof. All of the undersigned are willing to appear
before a court and testify to facts within their own knowledge in
proof of this complaint.
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Others speaking in opposition to the operation of the teen center in its present
location were:
Dr. Trush; Mrs. Wallace; Mrs. Johns, Mrs. Schindler and others.
Don Erickson, President of the Teen Center, agreed to the need of relocating the
center but that they were unable to do so because of lack of funds, and that they
would like to maintain the present location for a short time until the montage is
paid, about $1200.00 left to pay, and relocate in the near future. Mr. Erickson re-
ported that the center hires off -duty police officers every weekend to help main-
tain control and that they do hope to correct the problem relating to the Job Corp
people, --that they recognise the need to enforce membership and that they are getting
committees together to clean up the area.
Moose Miller, member of the Senior Board of the Teen Center, reported to the Mayor
and Council that he took the job with the idea of selling the teen center -.that he
did not believe that ownership by a transient (constantly changing)" -group of youth
is advisable. That a multi -purpose building for use of the teens and others should
be available and that the building should be owned by the City or other adult group.
He said that the element that surrounds the teen center was the cause of the problem
and not the teen center itself.
Councilman Miron said he felt that there is no need for a teen center since lowering
of drinking age, and that the school should furnish and sponsor activities for teens.
The general concensus, following additional discussion, was that a need for a
facility for youth was needed. that it should be in a location other than a
residential area: that more was needed to solve the problems than moving to a new
location.
Councilman Schwartz moved the Council as a committee of the whole meet with Junior
and Senior Teen Center Board Members in the council chambers at 7:30 P.M., Monday,
February 11, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Sampson. Carried.
Francis Bitney, Rarking Commission Chairman, made the following recommendations
to the Mayor and Council:
1- The 2 hour limit parking law be enforced.
2- The appointment of Rudy Hecker to the commission, as the parking commission is
short one member.
3. Negotiate with service stations for parking.
Chevron Station which is closed and located at the corner of 1st Ave. East and 2nd
St.
Mayor Bjorneby appointed Mr. Rudy Hecker to the Parking Commission and asked council
confirmation.
Councilman Miron moved confirmation of the appointment of Rudy Hecker to the Parking
Commission. Seconded by Councilman Thomas. Carried.
Councilman Thomas moved the Police Dept. and Parking Commission hire additional
Meter Maid for enforcement of the 2 hour parking limit. Seconded by Councilman
Kapp. Carried.
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Chris Vick reported to the Mayor and Council the last and final agreement on the
Mansion has ,been prepared and the.Mansion Board of Directors will be sleeting
Friday to review the agreement.. Mr. Vick suggested the City Council have a
Special Meeting next week to accept or reject the agreement.
A noon meeting to be held Monday. February 11, 1974.
ESTABLISH RATE OF INTEREST - REGISTERED WARRANTS - 6%
ORDINANCE NO. 820
Councilman Slater moved enactment of Ordinance No. 820 An ordinance to establish
' the rate of interest on warrants of the city, not paid for want of funds.
Seconded by Councilman Miron. Roll Call Vote. All voted aye.
AUTHORIZE CALLS FOR BIDS
Councilman Sliter moved authorization to call for bids for Liability Insurance.
Seconded by Councilman Knapp. Carried.
Councilman Miron moved authorization to call for bids for Legal Advertising for
2 year period. Seconded by Councilman Happ. Carried.
REIMBURSEMENT GRANT APPLICATION - - Fed. Project C300111
RESOLUTION NO, 2940
Councilman Miron moved adoption of Resolution No. 2940 A Resolution authorizing
filing of application with the Montana Department of Health and Environmental
Sciences, for a reimbursement grant. Seconded by Councilman Sliter. Roll Call
Vote. All voted aye.
DISASTER RELIEF APPLICATION
RESOLUTION NO. 2941
' Councilmen Miron moved adoption of Resolution No. 2941 A resolution authorizing
City Engineer Lauder to apply for disaster relief on behalf of the city.. Seconded
by Councilman Sliter. Roll Call Vote. All voted aye.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Safety -
Councilman Thomas reported the committee had met last Monday and Thursday nights.
Councilman Thomas moved authorization for the painting of a Crosswalk at Peterson
School, by the city, and signs at the Crosswalk. Seconded by Councilman Happ.
Carried.
Rumor -
Police Chief Waggener reported that he is not running for any political office,
nor does he intend to retire as Police Chief during 1974. - - (has been rumored
that he might run for Sherrif)
Ambulance - -
Councilman Thomas reported that a successful meeting had been held by the
committee last Monday evening with Doctors, Search 4 Rescue, and other interested
' parties, to discuss ambulance needs. The city"s ambulance was praised as being
very good and it was suggested that trained voluntary help use be encouraged and
additional EMT training be taken by members of the department. It was recommended
by some of those present that the larger (Cadillac type) ambulance be used for
replacement, with plans for the future to go to modular type of ambulance
vehicle.
Councilman Thomas moved the small (GMC) ambulance be used as first run ambulance
until further notice. Seconded by Councilman Sampson. Carried.
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Gravel - Golf Course -
Councilman Schwartz inquired of City Engineer Lauder as, to the status of the test
holes to determine the amount of gravel.
City Engineer Lauder reported that he is attempting to make arrangements with
Liberty Drilling and the test holes should be drilled soon.
Business License - -
Councilman Sampson reported the committee,- with -the committee from the_.Chamber_ of
Commerce, will meet Wednesday noon. I
Garbage Billing -
Councilman Sampson reported the committee has determined to keep the garbage billing
on the assessment tax rolls.
Parks -
Councilman Daley reported that the parks program was progressing satisfactorily.
Airport -
Councilman Knapp reported the Governor is getting a new plane, but have no report
for the local airport.
Finance - - -
Councilman Sliter reported receipt of request from the City Treasurer for an
emergency budget of $600.00, to cover expenses which could not reasonably have been
foreseen at the time of making the budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 2942
Councilman Sliter moved adoption of Resolution No. 2942 A resolution stating the
facts constituting the emergency and the estimated amount of money required to meet
such emergency... Warrants to be drawn .on the.general fund. Public hearing to be held
In the council chambers at a regular meeting to be held March 4, 1914, at 7 30 P.M.
Seconded by Councilman Miron. Roll Call Vote. All voted aye.
Street & Alley - -
1st alley East 300 block -
The committee has investigated the situation in this alley and directs that parking
behind the Glacier Block Building be parallel. Police Chief Waggener to notify the
owner of the building.
Alley traffic direction, 300 block 1st alley East - -
The committee recommends the direction of traffic in this alley be one-way south.
bound.
Councilman Kapp moved City Attorney Donahue prepare amendment to Article VI of the
City Code relative to one-way streets. Seconded by Councilman Miron. Carried.
Stop Signs Wyoming & 1st West North - -
The committee has reviewed the traffic survey of this location, and recommends stop
signs be installed to stop traffic traveling on Wyoming Street at this -intersection.
Councilman Happ moved the committees recommendation be adopted. Seconded by
Councilmen Miron. Carried.
Conrad Bank Parking - -
Councilman Rapp reported the Conrad Bank people want to meet with the Committee.
Will call.committee members for a noon meeting tomorrow if bank people can meet at
that time.
Alley not owned by city - -
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Councilman Schwartz reported a problem concerning an alley on Third Avenue
West North which is not owned by the city. Property owners on either side
own property to the center of the alley.
Sewer & Water - -
Tynes Construction Hydrant Repair -
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T. H. Thomas, President
Wayne W. Dean. Secretory -Treasurer OFFICES IN GREAT FALLS. BOZEMAN AND KALISPELL
Mr. Al Miron, Councilman
Kalispell City Council
C/O Veterans' Affairs Division
Ford Building
Kalispell, Montana 59901
January 23, 1974
923 South Main Street
Kalispell, Montana 59901
Ph. 756-2518 - Area Code 406
1200 Twenty -Fifth Street South
Great Fells. Montana 59405
Ph. 761-3010 - Ares Code 406
Re: Kalispell Water Distribution
System - Schedules II & III
Dear Al,
Tynes Construction Company has repaired the hydrant at the south
test corner of Buttrey's as of January 22. We now feel that the pro-
ject is in satisfactory condition for a winter shut down.
We recommend that the winter shut down be effective beginning on
January.23 and extend to not later than March 15, 1974 as previously
approved by the Kalispell City Council.
Very truly yours,
THOMAS, DEAN & HOSKINS, INC.
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cc: Mr. Max Lauder - Kalispell City Engineer
Mr. Bob Tynes - Tynes Construction Company, Great Falls, Montana
Equity Supply Sewer Charge - -
Councilman Miron reported the committee has not resolved the request of Mr.
Halvorson of Equity Supply regarding sewer charges - - action by committee still
pending.
Public Service Commission - -
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Councilman Miron reported the city's request for a Public Hearing regarding the
Miskulin water service request is still pending - - have not heardfromCommission.
Re -align Voting Wards - -
Councilman Miron reported having checked with the county election dept., who have
changed some of the city voting precincts, and if the city is to change the voting
wards this year, the election department wants the changes by April. We are in no
position to get this ready by April, but plan to have the changes by January 1, 1975.
and will utilize the school census and share costs.
Plan for West Side Flood Area - Storm Sewer SID - -
Councilman Miron reported the Engineering firm of Thomas, Dean, and Hoskins, have
worked up a plan for the flood area on the West side and introduced Mr. Thomas of
the firm who briefly outlined the area involved and indicated that the proposed
plan for a storm sewer for the area would aleviate the flooding problem such as
occurred in January and asked Mr. Daniels, their local engineer, to further present
the proposed plan.
Mr. Daniels, with the aid of map and blackboard, showed the area centering on Seventh
Ave. West and the immediately surrounding area which contributes to the surface runoff
and showing the boundaries of the proposed storm sewer S.I.D. Mr. Daniels reported
that the number of "typical city lots" within the proposed area was between 810 and
840 lots which would contribute to paying off the S.I.D. The estimated cost of the
Storm Sewer S.I.D. is $479,000.00. The total cost for a typical lot would be $586.00.
A 20 year S.I.D. with an estimated interest expense of 6% would result in a monthly
payment per lot for the first year of $5.35; after 5 years the payment would be $4.75
per lot per month; the 20th year the payment would be $2.50 per lot per month.
The Environmental Protection Agency offers funding for separating storm sewers from
sanitary sewers and this project would be eligible on this portion of the project.
There is the possibility of obtaining prior approval of a reimburseable grant.
Mr. Dave Astle, Attorney representing people in area of proposed SID reported that
there may befinancial assistance under the Disaster Relief Program to help with this
project. He said this is a needed service in this area and that he would work
co-operatively regarding relief that might be obtained under the Disaster Relief
Program.
Miscellaneous Business -
License and Permit Bonds - -
Ralph Yards dba Yards's Electric - as an electrician - bond
Joseph L. Howell • business of electrician - bond
Kalispell Sheet Metal Works Inc. - to act as gas Installer - bond
Byron McCubbins, dba Byron's Heating Service - to act as gas contractor -continuation
certificate
The bonds were examined and approved by City Attorney Donahue. Councilman Sliter moved
acceptance of the bonds approved by the City Attorney. Seconded by Councilman Thomas.
Carried.
Correspondence -
Letter from Handicapped requesting the indefinite use of one city truck for their
recycling program (truck would need to be clean .- load part - aluminum cannot be
accepted for recycle if dirt mixed in)
City not to furnish requested truck.
Planning Board vacancy
Mayor Bjorneby reported that there is a vacancy on the planning board due to the
resignation of Lois Cannavina and ask for applicants for the position - a city
resident . would like another women on the board.
Adjourn - -
There being no further business Mayor Bjorneby adjourned the meeting.
Minutes approved as read, February 18, 1974.
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