11/17/75 City Council Minutes°6 y.
THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL MET AT 7:30 P. M., MONDAY, NOVE M
17, 1975 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL. MAYOR HAPP PRESIDED. COUNCILMAN
SLITER ABSENT. ALL OTHER. COUNCILMEN PRESENT.
APPROVE MINUTES
Councilman Williams moved the minutes of the regular meeting of November 3, 1975, be
approved as presented. Seconded by Councilman Schwartz. Carried.
OPEN BIDS - S.I.D. #322
Contractor Bid Security License No. Bid
American Asphalt, Inc. Bid Bond (10%) 2736A 82,963.85
2085 Highway #2 East
Kalispell, Mt. 59901
Pack & Company, Inc. Bid Bond (10%) 2760A 74,450.76
Box 222
Kalispell, Mt. 59901
Councilman Daley moved the bids be referred to the Street & Alley Committee for review
and power to act. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Carried.
CITY.OFFICIALS REPORTS
City Clerk and City Treasurer for September, 1975.
City Judge, Police Chief, Director of Public Works and Sanitarian for October, 1975.
Councilman Daley commented on the improvement in the pet problem on Police Chief's
report.
The Sanitarian's report informed the council of State action to encourage and essent-
ially push Flathead County and the City of Kalispell into a City -County Health Depart-
ment. Sanitarian Goulet reported that it may be wise for the City Council to consider
combining his position with the County Health Department for the following reasons:
1) Receipt of money from the State;
2 Kalispell could conceivably get better coverage for inspections due to the
availability of three more sanitarians who are actually in Kalispell the
majority of the time anyway; and
3) The City of Kalispell might obtain representation on the County Board of
Health, which it does not have now.
The Health Committee will act on the recommendation at a later date.
Councilman Daley moved City Officials Reports be accepted. Seconded by Councilman
Bergstrom. Carried.
ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL
Dorothea Armstrong, representing the Youth Guidance Home Committee, stated that she had
a great deal more information and support for the establishment of a youth guidance
home in Flathead County than when she addressed the council a month ago. At that time
she had requested $2400.00 to assist in establishing this home. She presented the
reasons for the need for the home and letters of endorsement from many individuals and
organizations. Members of the Probation and Welfare Offices were present to assist in
answering questions.
Mrs. Armstrong stated that when the home is in operation, custody payments may be applied
to assist in operation and maintenance costs. The State will pay $24,375.00 each year
and this will not decrease. The amounts asked of the County and Cities may vary from
year to year, depending upon the custody payments.
Councilman Williams moved that $2400.00 of revenue sharing funds be allocated in support
of this project on a yearly renewable basis. Seconded by Councilman Bergstrom.
Councilman Olson asked if we were not looking at a situation where the initial cost will
be $2400.00, but will increase each year. He was told that if the home is not able to
operate on old basis, board rates will be increased.
Councilman Schwartz stated that he believed the home could be established and operated
on a donation basis, similar to the operation of the Yellowstone Boys Ranch.
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The location suggested for the home is at 944 South Main, now occupied by county offices,
but which could be easily moved to new quarters.
Question called. Motion carried.
Mrs. Armstrong expressed grateful appreciation to the city council.
PUBLIC HEARING - Community Development Act
Mayor Happ explained that this is the first of two public hearings required to receive a
grant from the CIA to assist with the storm sewer project on 7th Avenue West. The first
meeting is to set the plan and apply for the grant. The second is to inform the public
details of the plan. Approximately 10 persons were in attendance and expressed approval
of applying for a grant for the storm sewer project.
Councilman Olson moved the council proceed by resubmitting the application that was not
funded last year and proceed at once to obtain a grant. Seconded by Councilman Williams.
Carried.
A suggestion was made to use gas tax funds to pay the engineering fee for Phase II of
Storm Sewer Project. This will be considered.
Wally Clardy, representing the Gibbons Company of Reno, Nevada, presented the following
information - his firm does unemployment cost analysis, continuous auditing, updating,
and educates key personnel on the unemployment Security Act passed by the last legis-
lature and is in effect as of July 1, 1975. This is the first time the City of Kalispell
employees have been covered by unemployment. Mr. Clardy stated that the rate for the
City of Kalispell is .004 for the first 3 years and then will be adjusted according to
the amount of claims. If claims are higher than the amount paid in, the rate will go up
to cover the difference. He stated that his company watches for illegal claims which
could amount to a great deal of money. Their cost is .03 per $100.00 which would amount
to about $450.00 per year on our payroll of $1,500,000.00.
Councilman Olson moved the hiring of the -Gibbons Company be referred to-the.Employment _
Committee. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilman Williams reported that he had not attended the last City -County Planning
Board meeting, but that most of the business consisted of background and information
for new members.
Councilman Schwartz moved that Bob Ewing be.allowed to move a quonset but from the new
hospital location to West Center adjoining his other property. Seconded by Councilman
Williams. Carried,
City Attorney Donahue asked that annexations be held up pending enactment of a proposed
ordinance for the Board of Adjustment.
Councilman Allen reported that the On -Going Traffic Committee have the following problems
under advisement -
1) The council consider the closing of Mission Drive when the new street (SID 322)
is completed;
2) The council abide by the manual on traffic control, three copies of which are on
file at the police station;
3) Downtown Central Business District traffic signal study being reviewed by the
State;
4) The closing of the road by the Southside Enco Station being reviewed by the
State;
5) Reviewing the need for arm gates or flashing signals at the railroad crossing
at 5th Ave. W. N. -
The Street & Alley Committee will be meeting with property owner Knoll, 6th Ave. W. N.
and California St. concerning quit claim deed._
There will be no sidewalk construction without checking with the State because of new
regulations.
HEALTH -
Councilman Daley reported that the Health Committee met and went over preliminary ord-
inance for pets. They will hold a meeting next week with representatives of the Humane
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Society, Dog Handler and Police Chief. They will also consider garbage problems -
private haulers or city pickup - billing method - charges and other problems.
PARKS -
Councilman Daley reported that Mr. Dave Petticorn, Environmentalist for Glacier National
Park, has asked permission of Park Supt. Drent and the Park Committee to come to the
City of Kalispell to study and catalogue our paths, trees, vegetation, etc, for compil-
ation for use by schools.
Councilman Daley reported that Park Supt. Drent is formulating further park programs.
Councilman Daley moved the Babe Rath Baseball league be allowed to construct a build-
ing for dispensing food and drink with up to $2,300.00 revenue sharing funds for
materials. Seconded by Councilman Bergstrom. Motion defeated.
Councilman Daley moved the Babe Ruth Baseball League be allowed to build a building at
Lions Park at their own expense, under the direction of the Director of Public Works.
Seconded by Councilman Bergstrom. Carried.
SAFETY -
Councilman Bergstrom moved that Fire Chief Peters and one fireman be authorized to
attend the Fire Chiefs Convention in Lewistown, November 19, 20 and 21, with per diem
and travel by private transportation authorized. Seconded by Councilman Williams.
Carried.
Councilman Bergstrom reported a letter from the Fire Marshall Bureau, Department of
Justice, stating that our city jail is unsafe for prisoners. They recommend that no
prisoners be held there until another route for rescue is made in case of fire or an
emergency.
PET CONTROL
Councilman Bergstrom reported a meeting of the County Animal Control Board with
representatives from each city and two county commissioners. They anticipate the new
animal shelter will be open (located at the county landfill site) about January 1st.
The charge will be $6.00 for impoundment, plus $2.00 daily board fee. They will be
kept 72 hours before being destroyed. If any of the cities want a fee, they should so
report to the board.
FINANCE
Councilman Granmo reported the following claims have been reviewed and moved that payment
be made:
Louis Jenkins - Advance on School and Travel to Bozeman - $125.00
Happ Real Estate - Option on Peterson Land for Holding Pond - 100.00
Mulder Construction Co. - Final Payment on Mansion Roof - 5,664.72
Trails End Construction Co. - Final Payment on S.I.D. #316 - 59204.91
Robert W. Ross, Bldg. Contractor - Payt. #1 on Warming House - 4,276.80
Seconded by Councilman Olson. Carried.
Councilman Williams moved that a bill for $11,815.00, City of Kalispell share of Court-
house Couplet Sewer expense be referred to the finance committee. Seconded by Councilman
Daley. Carried.
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Councilman Granmo reported that Hughes Air West Airlines has filed a petition to change
their routing from Great Falls to Spokane,
SEWER. & WATER
Councilman Olson reported that ordinances must be revised to provide disciplinary action
in case of violation for contractors hooking up to city water. A meeting will be held
with the contractors in the near future to explain the action.
Councilman Olson stated that his committee is still pursuing the bond sale for storm
sewer project on 1st. Avenue East. Interest rates are decreasing, but the New York
City financial trouble is adversely affecting the situation.
MISCELLANEOUS -
Mayor Happ reported a letter from Donald G. Lindahl, President of FVCC, thanking the
City Council for their assistance in securing spaces for their handicapped students
and faculty.
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RESOLUTION NO. 3034
Councilman Allen moved adoption of Resolution No. 3034 A Resolution Levying and Assessing
a Tax upon all property in Special Improvement District No. 316 to defray the costs of
making the special improvements authorized therein. Seconded by Councilman Schwartz.
Roll call vote. All voted aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 3035
Councilman Allen moved adoption of Resolution No. 3035 A Resolution Levying and Assessing
a Tax upon all property in Special Improvement District No. 321 to defray the costs of
making the special improvements authorized therein. Seconded by Councilman Schwartz.
Roll call vote. All voted aye.
ORDINANCE NO. 845
Councilman Allen moved enactment of Ordinance No. 845 An Ordinance to adopt a Capital
Improvement Program and establish a Capital Improvement Fund. Seconded by Councilman
Bergstrom. Roll call vote. All voted aye.
Mayor Happ reported the following letter from Mr. David Nunnallee, P. E., Department of
Health & Environmental Sciences:
November 12, 1975
Honorable Norma Happ, Mayor
City of Kalispell
City Hall
Kalispell, MT 59901
Re: Stormwater Settling Basin, Southwest Kalispell
Dear Mayor Happ:
I recently accompanied Fir..'Forrest Daley to inspect a potential site
for a stormwater settling basin at the seuthwast corner of Kalispell.
The following are my camients about the site:
1. The area has the benefit of being located near the downstream
end of the proposed 7th Avenue East storm sewer.
2. The area is fairly large, and should be adaptable to an adequately
sized settling pond, although scans earth moving may be necessary.
The size of the area should be checked by the City's consulting
engineer.
3. The land is quite flat in the vicinity and without some earth moving
an adequate settling pond might back onto the adjacent properties.
Again, it would be well to check this out with the engineer.
In summery, the property is well located and would provide a valuable
addition to the'prcposed storm sewer system, but the adequacy of the site
in terms of size and capacity should be checked out by the City's consulting
engineers.
Sincerely,
David Nuihallee, P.E.
Public Health Engineer
Environmental Sciences Division
DN:jh
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Option on the property is good for 30 days.
RESOLUTION NO. 3036
Councilman Olson moved the council be authorized to exercise our option on the piece of
property to be used for the settling pond for $10,000.00 or less, monies to be derived
from the sewer Hand, and if necessary borrowed from revenue sharing funds. Seconded by
Councilman Granmo. Roll call vote. All voted aye.
WELL SITE
Two properties are being considered for a well site. Both are on Meridian Road. One
piece of property will be given to the City in exchange for extending and maintaining
a sewer and water line to the property (approximate cost $6,674.00). The other would
be an outright purchase from Harley Gosney for $7,500.00. The first piece of property
is 150' x 200' and the second is 50' x 150'. Tabled until next meeting.
Councilman Bergstrom moved the council approve the appointment of Councilmen Allen to
the APO Board. Seconded by Councilman Granmo. Carried.
Councilman Williams moved authorization for Louis Jenkins, employee at the Disposal
Plant, to attend Water and Wastewater School in Bozeman, November 17th through 22nd.,
all costs to be paid by the Public Service Employment Program. Seconded by Councilman
Bergstrom. Carried.
Fire Chief Peters reported a request from rural fire departments to receive all fire
calls for the county. The plan will be presented to the council for their consideration
next Monday evening.
Councilman Williams reported that a petition presented for street lighting in the Park
View Terrace Addition has hit a snag because Pacific Power & Light will not stand the
cost of installing the underground system for the lighting. The issue will be presented
back to the residents for resolution.
Councilman Olson moved that Willis
Wetstein, representing
Morrison-Maierle, Engineers,
meet with City Attorney Donahue to
further consider problems of the wastewater treatment
plant. Seconded by Councilman Granmo. Carried.
License,& Permit Bonds -
Michael S. Will, dba
Mike Will Electric
Electrician
Bond
Norbert Charbonneau, dba
Plumber and
Ace Plumbing Co.
Gas Fitter
Continuation Certificate
Gordon M. Jensen, dba
Plumber and
4-G Plumbing & Heating
Gas Fitter
Continuation Certificate
Taylor Sheet Metal Works
Gas Contractor
Continuation Certificate
Garrick L. Hanson & William P.
Driscoll, dba Whitefish
Plumber and
Plumbing & Heating
Gas Contractor
Continuation Certificate
Councilman Daley moved approval of
License & Permit Bonds
as reviewed by City Attorney
Donahue. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Carried.
City Attorney Donahue reported he had looked into the matter of objecting to the Gross-
wiler W and had obtained forms to fill-- in if the council voted to do so. Councilman
AllenAveq the matter be referxp the Sewer & Water Committee. Seconded by Council-
maba ergst m. Carried. / 1
unci Williams moved t adjo
(m2nutes pproved as co ted, cember 1, 1975
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-- Norma E. Ha pp, Mayor '