04-16-18 City Council Meeting MinutesCITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, April 16, 2018, at 7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers, 201 First Avenue East
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mark Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Present
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Present
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Present
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Present
Council Member - Chad Graham: Present
Council Member - Jim Atkinson: Present
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Present
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Present
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Present
Staff members present included City Manager Doug Russell, City Attorney Charles Harball, City
Clerk Aimee Brunckhorst, Planning Director Tom Jentz, Senior Planner Jarod Nygren, Public
Works Director Susie Turner, and Police Captain Doug Overman.
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. AGENDA APPROVAL
Motion and Vote to approve the agenda.
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Motion
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member - Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on voice vote.
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E. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed on the consent agenda will be accepted by one motion. If a council
member desires to discuss an item separately, the item can be removed from the consent
agenda by motion.
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2. Award Bid for the 9ch Avenue West Water Distribution Improvement Project
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This item would award the bid for this project to NCC Neumann Construction Company
in the amount of $227,730.70.
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3. Award Bid for Milling and Paving CZ
This item would award the 2018 Milling and Paving projects to LHC, Inc.
4. Delay Bid Award for Westside Interceptor Project Schedule 1 until May 7, 2018
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This item would delay awarding the bid for schedule 1 of the Westside Interceptor
Project until May 7, 2018 to allow time to receive and review bids.
5. Mayoral Proclamation — Arbor Day Celebration
This item proclaims April 27, 2018, as Arbor Day and encourages all citizens to
participate in appropriate activities and take advantage of the benefits of the parks and
other natural areas in our community.
Public Comment
Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Seeing none he closed public comment.
Motion and Vote to approve the consent agenda as submitted.
Council Member -
Phil Guiffrida: Motion
Council Member -
Tim Kluesner: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member -
Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member -
Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member -
Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member -
Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member -
Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member -
Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member -
Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member -
Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on voice vote.
Mayor Johnson read the Mayoral Proclamation for Arbor Day,
F. COMMITTEE REPORT — Street Tree Committee Report
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Tony Nelson, member of the Kalispell Street Tree Committee provided a report to Council. He
explained the history of the Tree Ordinance and the Committee. He introduced Barb Anderson,
Judy Rosenfeld -Cox, and Andrea Davidson who are current committee members present at the
Council meeting. The City is celebrating 25 year for receiving the Growth Award and 31 years
for receiving Tree City USA status. Mr. Nelson listed successes in 2017 saying it was a turning
point for Kalispell's urban forest since with the new forestry assessment funds much needed
repairs are being accomplished. He spoke regarding two very successful outreach efforts that
occurred last year, and then about a grant received for a tree inventory. Mr. Nelson warned of
threats of concern. Mr. Nelson said that Council's decision to better fund the urban forestry
program will leave a legacy for future generations. Arbor Day Celebrations will be held April 27,
2018 at Woodland Park around the formal garden with the formal ceremony at 1 p.m.
G. PUBLIC COMMENT
Persons wishing to address the council on any issue not on the agenda are asked to do so
at this time. Those addressing the council are requested to give their name and address for
the record. Please see the last page of the agenda for the proper manner of addressing the
council. Please limit comments to three minutes.
Andrea Davidson, Public Comment
Ms. Davidson is concerned that contact information such as address and phone # is included on
advisory board applications that are posted to the agenda for the meeting.
Chris Hall, Public Comment
Mr. Hall of 115 West Evergreen Drive spoke regarding concerns with rapid change within the
community and with affordable housing. Mr. Hall feels that building more houses and
subdivisions reduces the availability of affordable housing. He spoke in opposition to the Trailer
Park in Evergreen.
Alison Schmaltz, Public Comment
Ms. Schmaltz of 124 Buffalo Stage spoke as the Chairman of the American Foundation of
Suicide Prevention Walk from 2017. The walk began at FVCC parking lot, through the tunnel
and through KidsSports. Ms. Schmaltz felt the park fee for the walk to go through KidsSports
was excessive. She asked the Council to review the park fee structure. The Foundation would
like to have the walk again in September but may need to make other arrangements if the fee
remains the same.
Ronalee Skees, Public Comment
Ronalee Skees of 119 Sinapah Street thanked the Council for the opportunity to serve on the
Planning Board/Zoning Commission, saying it has helped her grow as a leader and has been a
tremendous time for her.
Public Comment Closed.
Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment.
H. REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND SUBSEQUENT COUNCIL ACTION
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Persons wishing to address the council on individual agenda items will be asked to do so
following staff reports. Please see the last page of the agenda for the proper manner of
addressing the council. Please limit comments to three minutes.
Resolution 5864 — Amendments to the Kalispell Rules and Regulations
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This Resolution would approve amendments to the rules and regulations
governing water service.
City Manager Doug Russell provided background on this item.
Public Works Director Susie Turner provided information on this item.
Public Comment
Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Seeing none, he closed public comment.
Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5864, a Resolution to adopt certain amendments to
the regulations of the City Water Utility in order to be consistent with the recently updated
Design and Construction Standards.
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Motion
Council Member - Chad Graham: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member - Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion was approved unanimously on roll call vote.
2. Treeline Center Subdivision Final Plat a
This item would approve a final plat request from AMI Development and the
Department of Natural Resources and Conservation for a 6-lot commercial
subdivision located at the southwest and southeast intersection of Treeline Road
and Old Reserve Drive.
Planning Director Tom Jentz provided the staff report on this item.
Public Comment
Mayor Johnson opened public comment.
Chris Hall, Public Comment
Mr. Hall spoke in favor of this subdivision because it is a smaller project.
Public Comment
Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment.
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Motion and Vote to approve the final plat and subdivision improvement agreement for
Treeline Center Subdivision.
Council Member
- Chad Graham: Motion
Council Member
- Kari Gabriel: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member
- Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member
- Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member
- Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member
- Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member
- Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member
- Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member
- Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member
- Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote.
3. Resolution 5865 — Westside Interceptor Reimbursement a
This Resolution would declare the intent of the city to reimburse expenditures
related to the construction and equipping of the Westside Interceptor from
proceeds of tax-exempt bonds to be issued by the city.
Doug Russell provided a background on this item.
00:27:47 City Attorney Charles Harball provided further detail on this item.
Council began question for staff.
Public Comment
Mayor Johnson opened public comment.
Mike Merchant, 288 4t" Avenue EN, Public Comment
Mr. Merchant posed a number of questions regarding financing details related to the Resolution.
Public Comment
Seeing no further public comment, Mayor Johnson closed public comment.
Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5865, a resolution declaring the official intent of
the City of Kalispell, Montana to reimburse certain original expenditures related to the
construction and equipping of the Westside Interceptor and Sewer Line a replacement
proiect from the proceeds of tax-exempt bonds to be issued by the City after the payment
of such original expenditures.
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Motion
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
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Council Member - Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote.
4. Resolution 5866 - Cliff View Subdivision - Preliminary Plat Extension tr
This Resolution would grant a two-year preliminary plat extension request from
Skadi Properties, LLC for Cliff View Subdivision located on the west end of Mile
High Court.
Planning Director Tom Jentz provided the staff report on this item.
Council began question for staff.
Public Comment
Mayor Johnson opened public comment. Seeing none, he closed public comment.
Motion and Vote to approve Resolution 5866, a resolution approving a Two -Year
Extension to the Preliminary Plat of Cliff View Subdivision.
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Motion
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member - Jim Atkinson: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote.
5. Annual Abnointments and Confirmations to Citizen Advisory Boards and
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Council will consider the recommendations of the Mayor for appointments to the
various City Boards and Committees.
Mayor Johnson offered the following recommendations for appointments to the advisory boards
and committees.
Board of Adjustment: Sarah Stahlberg
Conrad Mansion Board: Diane Medler
Downtown Business Improvement District: Maggie Doherty - four-year term, Kisa Davison
and Marshall Noice for three-year terms.
Economic Revolving Loan Fund Committee: AJ Spear, Justin Fries, and Sarah Stahlberg
Parking Advisory Board: Robert Macek Jr.
Planning Board: Ronalee Skees and Joshua Borgardt
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Police Commission: Angela Mielke
Street Tree Committee: Andrea Davidson
Technical Advisory Committee: Tim Larson
Tourism Business Improvement District: Emily Schroeder with the Hilton Garden Inn, and
Sean Morris with the Holiday Inn Express
Urban Renewal Agency Board: Jeff Zauner and Marc Rold
Motion to accept the recommendations of the Mayor for appointments to the advisory
boards and committees.
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Motion
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member — Kyle Waterman: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on voice vote.
Motion to appoint George Giavasis as the City Council appointee to the Planning Board.
Council Member - Chad Graham: Motion
Council Member - Jim Atkinson: 2nd
Mayor - Mark Johnson: Approve
Council Member - Kari Gabriel: Approve
Council Member - Sandy Carlson: Approve
Council Member - Wayne Saverud: Approve
Council Member - Chad Graham: Approve
Council Member — Kyle Waterman: Approve
Council Member - Rod Kuntz: Approve
Council Member - Tim Kluesner: Approve
Council Member - Phil Guiffrida: Approve
The motion passed unanimously on voice vote.
Mayor Johnson encouraged applicants for the Impact Fee Committee.
I. CITY MANAGER, COUNCIL, AND MAYOR REPORTS (No Action)
The City Manager provided the following report:
• Next work session — Water Facility Plan Review
• Budget Meetings for Fiscal Year 2019. Budget Work Session schedules for Council are
tentatively March 14, 15, and 16, starting at 6 p.m. ending about 9 p.m. The third day
may not be necessary.
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02:19:45 PM (00:44:08) Councilor Kluesner asked whether the Mayor is planning a primary
candidate forum for upcoming elections.
Mayor Johnson responded that he is planning a candidate forum and confirmed the coordination
assistance of Councilor Guiffrida.
00:44:46 Councilor Graham spoke regarding his views on affordable housing and growth.
00:49:30 Councilor Kuntz thanked Councilor Graham for his comments and said he is in
agreement with them. He then told a story related to growth. Councilor Kuntz then mentioned
the article in the Daily Inter Lake regarding Lincoln County receiving gas tax proceeds and how
important those funds are to their ability to repair roads badly in need.
00:52:18 Councilor Gabriel explained she received a phone call from Ms. Schmaltz (who
provided public testimony earlier in the meeting) regarding the event fee that Council has
implemented. She reported that she had also received a call from the organizers of the St.
Patrick's Day Parade. She wonders whether park fees need to be revisited to look at possible
unintended consequences.
00:53:33 Councilor Kluesner asked for clarification on the fees charged for the St. Patrick's Day
Parade.
City Manager Russell said he would provide council with a report on the fees charged for these
two events.
The Mayor provided the following report:
• The Mayor relayed a story regarding growth and development and spoke further about
affordable housing.
• Mayor Johnson will be present at the upcoming Arbor Day Celebration on April 27,
2018.
J. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING SCHEDULE / FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Next Work Session — April 23, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. — Council Chambers
Next Regular Meeting — May 7, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. — Council Chambers
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to attend this
meeting. Please notify the City Clerk at 758-7756.
Watch regular City Council sessions live on Charter Cable Channel 190 or online at the
Meetings on Demand tab at www.kalispell.com.
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