THE 1260th REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL WAS HELD ON OCTOBER 2, 2006 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mayor Tony Berget called the regular meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called. Council members Bischoff, Bothman, Leckrone, McElmurry and Roll, City Attorney Charles Evans, Supervisor of City Services Dan Thede and Utility Billing Clerk Tanya Gehrke were present. City Clerk Chris Erickson was absent.
Mr. McElmurry moved to accept the minutes of the September 11, 2006 regular meeting and the minutes of the September 20, and September 21, 2006 special meetings as presented.
Mr. Bischoff seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Mayor Berget pointed out that Resolution No. 1667 wording should have read “a rate increase for the City’s water system with the 1,000 gallon adjustment” not “without the 1,000 gallon adjustment.”
City Attorney Charles Evans addressed the council about allowing more time for the public to respond on Resolution No. 1670 Cabinet Heights Annexation. It will be addressed at the special meeting scheduled for October 16, 2006.
OLD BUSINESS
Andrea Hammond the program director for the Lincoln County Crisis Solutions (LCCS) came before the council putting in place the purchase of the crisis center property from the City. She had met with Ms. Leckrone who sits on the building committee. Ms. Leckrone said that she was misinformed on some of the issues and City Attorney Charles Evans said he would review the paperwork.
Mr. Bischoff made a motion not to reimburse Mr. Bob Zimmerman for construction costs he incurred for the installation of a sewer line from his home at 717 Main Ave. to the sewer main on California Avenue, and that it was determined not to be an allowable cost for the City.
Mr. McElmurry seconded the motion.
Motion carried. All members present were in favor.
NEW BUSINESS
Matt Hollingsworth came to the council to present information on the Eagle Ridge facility he is planning to build on the former Pacheco property. The development would be a hotel and restaurant complex. He wanted to know if it might be “in the realm of possibility” to build a health and wellness facility and also a swimming pool and ice rink on the adjoining land which is city property. He also needed information on water and sewer utilities and to see if they would be available while their plans are still Phase 1.
Jim Morey addressed the Council on behalf of the Lincoln County Transportation Committee. They are interested in providing safe and affordable transportation to the citizens of Lincoln County. The LCTC need about $15,000.00 and they are also going to meet with Lincoln County Commissioners in hope of securing some funding from the County. Jim left paperwork and requested to be placed on the agenda for the October 16, 2006 meeting.
Don Lindholm of 150 Cedar Creek addressed the council about his need for about 10 acres of land with railway access. He wants to build a Biodiesel Production facility which when completed would employ at least 20 people. He had tried unsuccessfully to approach the Port Authority about purchasing land from them. He will go back to the Port Authority and try to schedule a meeting with them.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
CEMETERY/PARKS – Ms. Leckrone commented the cemetery was fine and everyone was still there.
CITY/COUNTY LIAISON – None
FIRE – None.
BUILDING/INDUSTRIAL PARK – Mr. Thede reported that the water line is in place at River Park and the brackets are in place under the bridge. Oedewaldt construction is going to do the work to install a sewer line at River Park for Search and Rescue, which should start about November 1, 2006.
INSURANCE – None.
PERSONNEL – None.
POLICE – None
RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES – None.
WATER – None.
SEWER/LIGHTS – None.
SIDEWALKS/CURBS – None.
BUDGET/FINANCE – None.
Request to write off delinquent sewer charges from 2004 in the amount of $267.36 was presented by Tanya Gehrke. Mr. McElmurry made a motion to accept request as presented.
Ms. Leckrone seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
Ms. Leckrone moved to pay the claims as presented.
Mr. McElmurry seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
HEAR THE PUBLIC
D.C. Orr spoke regarding Mr. Zimmermann’s situation and questioned the payment of certain claims.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Anthony J. Berget, Mayor
Tanya Gehrke, Deputy City Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIBBY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CITY HALL OCTOBER 16, 2006 – 6 pm
Mayor Berget called the public hearing to order at 6:02 p.m. Roll was called. Council members Roll, Bothman, McElmurry, Bischoff and City Clerk Chris Erickson were present. Council member Leckrone and City Services Supervisor Dan Thede were absent.
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion on the Lincoln County Transportation Committee proposal was tabled. It was decided due to budget constraints discussion should be held when all members are present.
Resolution No. 1670 was presented for a second time. City Attorney Charles Evans suggested delaying adoption in order to allow sufficient time for all property owners to have received the notice and be able to protest if need be.
Mr. Roll moved to accept Resolution No. 1670 Approving the Annexation of Properties Located in Sections 9, 10 and 15 T30N, R31W, M.P.M.
Mr. Bothman seconded the motion.
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Mary Klinkham of Klinkham Consulting presented a proposal to the city council for resource analysis and growth policy. The professional service agreement was for Phase I for the growth plan for a not to exceed $12,000 cost. The revised growth plan was mandated for completion on October 1, 2006. Mrs. Klinkham discussed the content of the agreement and answered several questions regarding inclusions and exclusions of the proposed project. Ken Peterson offered several comments regarding the necessity of getting the growth plan in place. Mayor Berget asked the council to review the proposal and be prepared to discuss the same at the November 6, 2006 regular meeting.
Mr. Roll stated Candace Peterson had contacted him regarding painting of the school crosswalks. Mr. Roll gave the request to the Streets Supervisor Corky Pape who assured him that as soon as weather permitted, they planned to get them painted.
Mary Klinkham stated she was surprised to know the city was annexing property without notifying the county. Mayor Berget assured her it was not the intention to not inform the county but the proposed annexation had been noticed several times in the paper including a public meeting being conducted. Also, Commissioner Windom was aware of the impending annexation.
Mr. Roll stated the City of Libby must get subdivision regulations in place.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
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Anthony J. Berget, Mayor
Chris A. Erickson, City Clerk