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THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL WAS HELD AT 7:30 P.M., MONDAY,
OCTOBER 3, 1977. MAYOR HAPP PRESIDED. COUNCILMEN ALLEN AND WILLIAMS ABSENT, ALL
OTHER COUNCILMEN WERE PRESENT.
MAYOR HAPP ANNOUNCED THAT FORMER COUNCILPERSON, JEAN R. BLEKEN, GAVE BIRTH TO A
NINE POUND BABY BOY TODAY.
APPROVE MINUTES
Councilman Daley moved that the minutes of the regular meeting on September 6th be
approved as presented. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle. Motion carried.
ADDRESS THE COUNCIL
Ray Managhan, representing the Board of Directors of the Senior Citizens Association
of Flathead County, all of whom were present, addressed the council concerning
the budgetary problems of the association. Flathead County has in the past given
them $10,000.00. This year they are giving them $5,000.00. With a budget for this
year of $15,500.00 and revenue of $11,000.00, they are $4,500.00 short. Mr.
Managhan asked the council for financial help.
Mayor Happ stated that we have just adopted our budget for fiscal year 1977-78 and
she did not know how we could include anything for them this year. They replied
that they were aware of this, but perhaps the City could help them next year.
Councilman O'Boyle moved that the request be referred to the Finance Committee for
study. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Motion carried.
SID #324 HEARING
Mayor Happ made 3 calls for any objections to said levy and assessment. Councilman
Grainger moved final acceptance of Resolution #3143 a resolution of intent to authorize
the City to levy and assess the costs of SID #324 construction. Seconded by Councilman
Granmo. Roll call vote. All voted aye.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
EMPLOYMENT
Councilman Grainger had no report.
CITY DEVELOPMENT
Councilman Grainger reported that this. c-6-mmittee'will�be _meeting with -a ,committee from
the Central Business:oAssociation to;discuss-hiring a:ifirtn to; obtain money. forr,cbrtain.-
projects within the City.
FINANCE
Councilman Grainger reported that the finance committee reviewed the claims for September,
found them in order and moved they be paid. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle. Motion
carried.
SEWER & WATER
Kalispell Storm Drain Improvements - EDA Project
Councilman Granmo read a letter from Thomas, Dean & Hoskins stating that plans and
specifications have been completed on the subject project and advertisements for bids
have been placed with advertising dates of October 3 and October 10. The bid opening
will be October 18 at the Council Chambers at 7:30 P.M.
Kalispell Storm Drains - 3rd Avenue East North Project
Councilman Granmo read a letter from Thomas, Dean & Hoskins stating that they have been
informed by the Montana Department of Highways that the Preliminary Plan -in -Hand on the
subject project has been set for October 13, beginning at 9:00 A.M. at the Kalispell
Highway Department Offices.
Kalispell Well Project
Councilman Granmo read a letter from Thomas, Dean & Hoskins stating that final execution
of the contract documents on the well project has been delayed due to legal requirements
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for performance bonding being uncompleted. The contractor has been in the process of
obtaining a financial statement in order that he can fulfill bond requirements. It
is expected that all requirements can be met by approximately October 10. As
soon as the documents are executed, they anticipate that a Notice to Proceed can
be issued.
Councilman Granmo read a letter from Northwest Machinery, Inc. requesting a variance
on the standard sewer hook-up fee for a 2" water line for a new industrial building.
It is necessary that they have a 2" water line for high water volume is needed to
build up sufficient force for cleaning and washing Crawler Tractors. They feel
that although the City does have codes and regulations regarding water volume
going back through the system, they are justified in asking relief of this fee
according to their usage in the past as stated by the water department records. Low
billing was $3.00 and high was $19.00.
The Sewer & Water Committee will be meeting to discuss this and all other similar
requests and hopefully adopt a policy to take care of future requests.
Water Rate Study
Mr. Flynn has completed the water rate study except for some bookkeeping infor-
mation which is being prepared.
SAFETY
On request of Police Chief McDowell, Councilman O'Boyle moved that Roger L. Krauss,
having served a 1 year probationary period with the police department in a
satisfactory manner, be confirmed as a patrolman effective October 1, 1977•
Seconded by Councilman Grainger. Motion carried.
Councilman O'Boyle commended Mayor Happ on the recent letter to city employees
concerning abuse of city equipment.
Councilman O'Boyle reported that when the Park Department moves the fence at Peter-
son Park, the parking problem at Peterson School will be resolved.
Councilman O'Boyle stated that County and City crews have placed gravel on the road
at the Junior High School, making it possible for the Fire Department to drive the
new fire truck in this area.
GAMBLING
Councilman Daley reported that the Gambling Committee met, reviewed, and moved that
dealers license be issued to Laura Marie Girard, Alfred Lillie and Helen Klemz.
Seconded by Councilman Griffin. Motion carried.
PARKS
Councilman Daley reported that the Park Committee met last Friday. Park Superintendent
Drent reviewed past accomplishments. A new 5 year BOR program for new parks and
improvements and changes in established parks were discussed. The program must be
presented to BOR by November 1st. If anyone has suggestions they are to present
them before that time.
Councilman Daley reported that the Park Committee and the City Airport Board will
meet at 9:30 A.M., Thursday, October 6th to discuss requirements of Senate Bill No.
188 regarding airport influence areas and also questions on lease.
ANNEXATION
Councilman Griffin moved that Thor Jackola be permitted to move a house from Air-
port Road to 1009 - 8th Avenue West. Mr. Jackola has stated that the house will
be brought up to the standards of the existing neighborhood. Seconded by Councilman
Grainger. Motion carried.
Councilman Griffin reported that he and City Attorney Donahue attended a very good
meeting in Great Falls on planning and zoning.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mayor Happ reported that Warehouse Foreman Jerrow is cleaning the city shop and
area and they are planning an auction of surplus and junk equipment. All department
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heads are to do likewise and have it ready for a sale tentatively set for October 22nd.
Councilman Daley moved the sale be allowed
carried.
SPECIAL MEETING
Seconded by Councilman Granmo. Motion
There will be a special meeting at 5 P.M. in the Council Chambers on October 13th to
open bids for Aeriation Construction at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The City is
committed to $12,000 on the project.
CITY HALL COMPLEX
Councilman O'Boyle moved that the City advertise for someone to remove the building on '
the Henricksen Lots just purchased by the City and the site of the new city hall complex.
Seconded by Councilman Granmo. Motion carried.
STREETS
The On -Going Traffic Committee will meet at 10:30 A.M. October llth in the Council Chambers.
EDA MEETING
Councilman Daley moved that permission be granted to Finance Director Nystul to attend
the EDA meeting in Missoula on October 6th. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle. Motion
carried.
Councilman O'Boyle asked Mayor Happ to request the Police Department to be at the High
School at opening and dismissal time. This week is Spirit Week and extra caution will
be taken to keep things in hand with students.
City Clerk Beardslee asked permission for himself and City Treasurer Bruch to attend a
bookkeeping school in Missoula which will be conducted by the Montana Clerks, Treasurers
& Finance Officers Association and the Department of Community Affairs.
Councilman Grainger moved that City Clerk Beardslee and City Treasurer Bruch be permitted
to attend a bookkeeping school in Missoula on November 14th and 15th. Seconded by
Councilman O'Boyle. Motion carried. '
Councilman Granmo moved that Judge Willis be permitted to attend Judges School in
Helena on October 5, 6 & 7. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Motion carried. Mariann
Wilson will be interim City Judge while he is away.
Building Official Shoemaker presented the following proposed revision of plumbing permit
fees:
Current
Each permit $2.00
Each additional fixture $ .75
Sewer Tap permit $2.50
Councilman Daley moved to refer to the Finance Committee
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #3145
Suggested
$5.00
2.00
10.00
Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle.
Councilman Grainger moved adoption of Resolution #3145 a resolution authorizing the
City to purchase surplus equipment from the State of Montana. Seconded by Councilman
O'Boyle. Motion carried.
Mayor Happ read the following letter:
Dear Mayor Happ:
The church council of Bethlehem Lutheran Church wishes to commend
you on your recent action of denying a motion picture license to the
Pornographic Book Store.
We think it a wise decision and assure you of our whole heared
support.
Very sincerely,
(Rev.) Peder Waldum
for The Church Council
of-Bethelehem Lutheran
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ORDINANCE #883
Councilman Granmo moved enactment of Ordinance #883 an ordinance to amend Section
17-54, Kalispell City Code, to provide for the prohibition of vehicles parking on
portions of Meridian Road, Fifth Avenue West and Eight Street West. Seconded by
Councilman Grainger. Roll call vote. All voted aye.
Councilman Grainger moved that Mayor Happ be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agree-
ment with Flathead County to form an Arson Team consisting of two Deputy Sheriffs,
two Police Officers and the Deputy Fire Marshall. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle.
Motion carried.
The Tri-City Meeting will be held in Whitefish on October 19th.
The Unfair Labor Practices Hearing between the Police Protective Association and the
City will be October 19th.
Councilmen will vote to seat a replacement for Councilperson Bleken, Ward 2, at the
regular council meeting on October 17th. Those who have shown an interest in the
position are: Bill Wheeler, Bill Bergstrom, Wayne Saverud and Clarence Taber.
Mayor Happ, Councilman Daley, City Attorney Donahue and City Clerk Beardslee gave
short reports on the League of Cities & Towns Convention.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Minutes approved as presented October 17, 1977.
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