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02/05/79 City Council MinutesTHE REGULAR MEETING OF THE KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL WAS HELD AT 7:30 P. M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1979 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL. MAYOR HAPP PRESIDED. ALL COUNCILMMEN WERE PRESENT. APPROVE MINUTES Councilman Grainger moved that the minutes of the January 15, 1979 meeting be approved as presented. Seconded by Councilman Saverud. Motion carried. ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL Henry Good, Chairman of the City Parking Commission, addressed the council with a request under the provisions of Section 7-14-4642 Montana Code Annotated that the City Council, or the Kalispell Parking Commission, or both, be authorized to adopt the revenue bond method of financing projects for off-street public parking facilities. He asked that the City Council take the necessary steps to place the question of the authority of the City Parking Commission and the City to issue revenue bonds on the ballot for the upcoming city election. RESOLUTION NO. 3214 Councilman Saverad moved to adopt Resolution No. 3214 a resolution authorizing the City Parking Commission and the City to place on the ballot of the upcoming city election the question of selling revenue bonds for the purpose of obtaining parking facilities. for the central business district. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Roll call vote. All voted aye. Proposed plans are for a multi -level parking facility and four ground -level parking lots in the uptown area. ORDINANCE NO. 911 Councilman Griffin moved to enact Ordinance No. 911 an ordinance to extend the city limits of the City of Kalispell to include Walker Addition #96 as R1A zone. Seconded by Councilman Williams. Roll call vote. All voted aye. SIDEWALK & CURB ' RESOLUTION NO. 3215 Councilman Williams moved to adopt Resolution No. 3215 a resolution to establish the maximum rate of interest to be paid on special sidewalk and curb warrants of the City. Seconded by Councilman Grainger.. Roll call vote. All voted aye. COMMITTEE REPORTS FINANCE Councilman Williams reported that the finance committee met today and reviewed the claims for January and moved that all claims found to be in order be paid. Seconded by Councilman Saverad. Motion carried. Councilman Williams moved to reduce the 1979 special light district assessment 25%. This would be an assessment of $5.88 per residential lot; $22.86 per commercial lot B; and $39.72 per commercial lot A. Seconded by Councilman Saverad. Motion carried. PROTEST OIL SPRINKLING ASSESSMENT Councilman Williams reported on a protest from a resident who has an undeveloped large tract recently annexed into the City. The protest had stated that 1/3 of his tax bill was for the oil sprinkling assessment which is figured at .002 per square foot. Councilman Daley stated that this method of computation has been in effect for a long time and had worked satisfactorily. He was opposed to change at this time. Councilman Griffin stated that the council would become a hearing board for various land areas and would have to investigate every piece of property if questioned. Councilman Saverad said the basic question with any tax is how equitable is it? Some parcels of land are large and therefore assessed more. This particular levy was based on a uniform basis throughout the city and thought to be equitable. Councilman Granmo said "If the criteria for not paying this assessment is the size of the area, where do we stopl" Council generally agreed on no change at this time, but possibly a future study. _ C3 ANNEXATION Councilman Griffin reported that at a meeting of the Kalispell City -County Planner Board held January 23, 1979 the Board considered public comment received during public hearings held November 14, 15 and 16, 1978 regarding several changes proposed by the - Board in the Comprehensive Plan for the Kalispell Planning Area. The Board approved four motions and authorized a resolution be drafted recommending 6 amendments, at this time, to said Plan. At a meeting of the Kalispell Zoning Commission held January 23, 1979 the Commission considered three areas of the City for zoning in accordance with Ordinance No. 885, as amended. Councilman Griffin presented theresolutionand 3- area maps for council members to review for `later approval or disapproval., Property description and areas are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Councilman Griffin moved to adopt_a motion ofintentionto adopt a resolution of intention to.implement the new zoning to three residential areas of the City .as outlined in the draft from the Zoning Commission to set and hold public hearings on same. Seconded by Councilman Granmo. Motion carried. PROPOSED ANNEXATION - Lot 22, Block 2, Northwest Tracts, and portion of County Road to City of Kalispell (School Annexation No. 2, Addition No. 97, proposed Councilman Griffin explained that several problems must be resolved on the above petition. If the county roadisto be annexed, the Flathead County Commissioners will have to join in the request for annexation by proper resolution of that body. Zoning must be established on recommendation of the City -County Planning Board. Installation of curbs and gutters should be discussed with the street and alley committee and the director of public works. Parking area should be established. City Attorney Donahue has informed School Clerk Trumbell of these requirements. STREET & ALLEY Councilman Allen reported that the parking meters at the post office will be increased to_36 minutes. Councilman Allen reported that his committee recommend that the alley behind the library be left unsigned. Some businesses requested north bound traffic only and others wanted south bound only. There being ample room for two-way traffic, the committee recommends it be left as is. Correspondence from Leonard Kauffman, Northridge resident, regarding signing and traffic patterns will be referred to the TAC meeting to be held at 9:30 A. M. February 20th at the Highway Department office. Councilman Allen moved to amend the 'no parking' ordinance to include: 1) Elrod School - south side 4th St. W., 3rd. Ave. to 4th Ave.; 2) St. Matthews School and Church -south side 6th St. W., Main to let Ave. W.; 3) Hedges School -east side 4th Ave. E., 8th St. to 9th St. and west aide of school between 8th St. and 9th St. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Signs will be furnished fromurbanfunds and set by city forces. Carried. HANDICAPPED STICKERS AND ORDINANCE City Attorney Donahue stated that the State has just come up with something new for the handicapped regarding parking and he may want to make some.changes in the proposed city ordinance. Ordinance postponed until next meeting. BOA VARIANCE FOR WAYNB THEWEEK Councilman Allen reported that the council has agreed to a curb cut for the Treweek property if the BOA accepts Mr. Treweek's presentation of property use. PARKS Councilman Daley presented council members with copies of the proposed county park budget in which Kalispell, Whitefish and Columbia Falls have been asked to participate in a city -county yeararoundrecreation program. Councilman Daley urged members to attend the Tri-City County meeting in Whitefish on February 21st for more information on the proposal. Councilman Daley moved to authorize Mayor Rapp to sign an order that the Kalispell Airport Association remove two buildings on the west side of the airport within one 04 year and at no expense to the City. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Motion carried. SAFETY Councilman O'Boyle had no report. HEALTH Councilman Saverud had no report. CITY DEVELOPMENT Councilman Saverud reported a tour of new city hall with John Schwartz, Architect, on February 2nd. Mechanical and General contract work is 90% complete. Electrical is 70% complete. Building should be completed by the end of March. Councilman Saverad reported that the new city development department is progressing well. Cooperation is good. Director Gallagher reports that within 60 days they will be meeting with twelve -block residents to answer questions on how to apply for remodeling or new -housing loans. SEWER & WATER Councilman Granmo reported that the sewer and water committee awarded the bid for chlorine to Pennwalt Corporation for $243.20 per ton f.o.b. Kalispell. This is no increase over last year. Recommendation has been given orally to Mayor Rapp, to be followed by.letter, from the Purifax people to continue to use purifax and try to improve handling of sludge before application of_purifax. In the 201 Sewer Facility Study, the engineers have handed down several opinions of sludge handling at the treatment plant. EPA is waiting to start a program for us on wastewater treatment. Water Supt. Longpre reported that since January 9th, cold weather has caused 14 main breaks, 31 frozen water lines and 91 frozen meters. Mayor Happ complimented the water crews on their hard work and long hours to alleviate frozen water pipe problems. Councilman Saverud moved that Councilman Granmo be allowed:to attend a technology conf- erence on wastewater treatment in Denver on February 14, 1979. Seconded by Councilman_ O'Boyle. Motion carried. EMPLOYMENT Councilman Grainger had no report. MISCELLANEOUS APPOINTMENTS Councilman Grainger moved council approval of Mayor Happ's appointment of Gene Doty as fire chief effective February 1, 1979. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle. Motion carried. Councilman O'Boyle moved council approval of Mayor Happ's appointment of M. Duane Larson as assistant fire chief effective February 1, 1979 with a one year probationary period. Secnnded by Councilman Saverud. Motion carried. Fire Chief Doty was directed to make a flow of personnel within the fire department. STREET PRIORITIES Tom Barnard, P.'E. Dept. of Highways, reported that TAC-voted to add the following projects to the list of priorities for the Kalispell Urban area: Urban Extension - Primary 1. Reconstruction of Main Street from Center to 6th - total reconstruction including sidewalks and curb & gutter. 2. Four lane construction on U.-S. 93 from 9th Street south to FAU 6724 (Third Ave. East - 3. Resurfacing of Main Street from Center Street north to approximately Wyoming. n A 011L Urban - Urban Extension - Primary 1. The installation of a Pedestrian - Vehicle semi actuated traffic signal at the intersection of Main & 6th Streets. Councilman Allen moved that Mayor Happ be authorized to sigk:tbe priority agreement -with the -Montana State; Highway Department. Seconded by Councilman O'Boyle. Motion carried. City Attorney Donahue discussed -a proposed ordinance concerning illegal parking. BEQUEST RE SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 and 3 OF GIBSON ADDITION NO. 4 The following letter was received: January 3, 1979 = The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Kalispell Kalispell, -MT 59901 - RE: Resubdivision of lots 1 and 3 of Gibson Addition No. 41 City of Kalispell Dear Madam and Gentlemen: Preliminary approval has been given by the Mayor and City Council for the above referenced Preliminary Plat on January 27, 1978. In accordance with the Subdivision and Platting Act, I hereby request an extension of one year for the preliminary approval of said plat. The additional time is necessary to arrange for the completion of the improvements required and to complete the necessary financing arrangements. Your favorable consideration in this request will be greatly appreciated. Very truly yours, William C. Sigmont Councilman Grainger moved to refer to the annexation committee. Seconded by Councilman Saverud. Motion carried. Councilman Allen moved that Building Official Shoemaker be authorized to attend quarterly building code school in Bozeman. Seconded by Councilman Daley. Funds are not adequate in building department travel budget but Finance Director Swanson advises the vehicle allowance can be transferred to travel. Building Official Shoemaker explained the schools held quarterly on different phases of building. He stated that unless he attends, he does not know of the changes in the regulations and could make a wrong judgment. Question called. Councilman Griffin and O'Boyle voted no. All others voted aye. Motion carried. LICENSE & PERMIT BONDS John W. Stores DBA Storms Electric Electrician Continuation Certificate Harry Pifer DBA City Electrical Services Larry York Ivan M. Ibsen & Richard C. Ibsen DBA Ibsen Plumbing & Heating Ivan M. Ibsen & Richard C. Ibsen DBA Ibsen Plumbing & Heating Hagadone Newspapers, Inc. Inter Lake Division Electrical Contractor " +' Master Plumber " +' Gas Installers '+ Plumber +' it Official Newspaper Contract Bond Councilman Allen moved that all license and permit bonds reviewed by City Attorney Donahue be accepted. Seconded by Councilman Saverud. Motion carried. Councilman Daley moved that City Attorney Donahue be permitted to attend a League of Cities & Towns meeting in Helena on February 9, 1979. Seconded by Councilman -Allen. Motion carried. Tom Barnard, Highway Department, reported on the ELF Storm Drain Project. The contract was to have been let in May 1979, but due to right of way problems and obtaining property for the retention basin the contract will not be let until December which means -a setback of one year. The Highway -Department is trying to separate out the resurfacing of Idaho and accomplish that much this year. Councilman Daley moved to adjourn at 9:45 P. M. Seconded by Councilman Allen. Motion carried. Minutes approved as presented on March 5, 1979. Norma E. Happ, May6r ATTEST: 0 Marj ie Giermann, City Clerk - 1