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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 03.20.1990Minutes of the City Council of Laurel March 20, 1990 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Laurel, Montana, was held in the Council Chambers and called to order by Mayor Bob Gauthier at 7:00 p.m., on March 20, 1990. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Marshall Donna Kilpatrick Chuck Rodgers Norman Orr Bob Graham COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: L.D. Collins Bruce Teeters INVOCATION: Invocation was given by Alderman Rodgers. MINUTES: Motion by Alderman Marshall to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 6, 1990, as presented, seconded by Alderman Orr. Motion carried 5--0. CORRESPONDENCE: Received a "Thank you" card from the Laurel Senior Citizens for the handicap parking spaces at the Center. Received a notice of a second meeting on March 27th in the County Courthouse, Room 403 at 7:00 a.m., regarding the possibility of locating a new State Women's Prison in this area. Received a letter from Stan Stephens, Governor, requesting the city to resist any increase in budgets which will raise the tax liability of its taxpayers. Received the February minutes and activity report from the Yellowstone County Air Pollution Control Board. Received a letter from Larry R. Stone, expressing his gratitude for the excellent help and service he received while in Laurel recently. Received a letter from Lonnie Kellogg expressing an interest in the alderman vacancy in Ward IV and requests that the council consider his application. CITY CLERK & CITY TREASURER'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: The City Clerk and City Treasurer's financial statement for the month of February were presented. Motion by Alderwoman Kilpatrick that the City Clerk and City Treasurer's financial statements for the month of February, 1990, be approved, seconded by Alderman Orr. PUBLIC REARING-VACATE & ABANDON SUBDIVISION: Motion carried 5--0. CERTAIN PORTIONS OF CHERRY HILLS Joe Bradley informed the council Mr. Cantrell is sick and not able to be in attendance tonight. He sent a letter stating he would like to withdraw his proposal to donate five acres since Laurel did not get the VA Nursing Home. In its place, Mr. Cantrell would like to go back to proposal #1 which would put a buffer zone of one lot between his property and the existing homes. If the council agrees, he request de-annexation of the rest of his property. Joe said the council has to vote on whether to allow him to withdraw his proposal. If the council does let him withdraw, you could then vote on a new resolution of intention to de-annex according to his previous plan, in accordance with the Planning Board's recommendation. It would then be published and a hearing would be set up at a future council meeting. Motion by Alderman Graham to five acre proposal for the VA Nursing Rodgers. Motion carried 5--0. allow Mr. Cantrell to withdraw his Home, seconded by Alderman Page 2 Council Minutes of the City Council of Laurel Meeting of March 20, 1990 Cal Cumin stated the Planning Board recommended approval of Mr. Cantrell's de-annexation with a few changes in the layout of the upper lots. Joe will draw up a resolution of intent to be on the agenda for the next council meeting. ADOPT 1988 UNIFORN FIRE CODE: ORDINANCE NO. 965 (second reading) AMENDING SECTION 16.56.010 OF THE LAUREL MUNICIPAL CODE, TO ADOPT THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE 1988 EDITION Public Hearing: No comments Motion by Alderman Rodgers to close the public hearing, by Alderman Marshall. Motion carried 5--0. seconded Motion by Alderman Rodgers that Ordinance No. 965 (second reading) be passed and adopted, seconded by Alderman Graham. A roll call vote was taken and all aldermen present voted, "YES." Motion carried 5--0. RE-AFFIRM STAGELINE PIZZA'S BUSINESS LICENSE: Joe Bradley stated that the original application voted on by the council was for a takeout business only. A short time later they included a game room and chairs and tables for eating there. The council will be voting on the amended application now. Chuck Rodgers stated he has checked out both Stageline and Stop and Go Pizza places and he agrees with Jim Worthington's decision that neither place needs a grease trap. Motion by Alderman Rodgers to re-affirm Stageline Pizza's business license, seconded by Alderman Orr. Motion carried 5--0. REGULATIONS GOVERNING USE OF PARKS AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS: ORDINANCE NO. 966 (first reading) AMENDING LAUREL MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16.02.010, PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS Joe Bradley explained we have a similar ordinance but this cleans it up and adds authority and discretion regarding advance reservations for the shelter and it governs the use of the parks. Motion by Alderman Graham that Ordinance No. 966 (first reading) be passed and adopted, seconded by Alderman Marshall. A roll call vote was taken and all aldermen present voted, "YES." Motion carried 5--0. ORDINANCE NO. 967 (first reading) ADDING SECTION 16.020.050 TO THE LAUREL MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF ANY ORDINANCE, RULE OR REGULATION GOVERNING CITY PARKS Joe stated this ordinance provides penalties for violating the code section or the parks rules and regulations. Motion by Alderman Rodgers that Ordinance No. 967 (first reading) be passed and adopted, seconded by Alderman Graham. A roll call vote was taken and all aldermen present voted, "YES." Motion carried 5--0. Page3 Minutes of the City Council of Laurel Council Meeting of March 20, 1990 SPECIAL REVIEWS - CALVARY BAPTIST DAY-CARE & TOWN PUMP ON PREMISE BEER LICENSE: Joe Bradley was not at the Planning Board meeting but it is his understanding that the Planning Board approved the application for special review and recommended that the council not hold a second public hearing. There were no protest of the application at the Planning Board meeting. Ray Willis stated he has received positive comments regarding the day-care and has had people call to inquire when it will open. He has not received any negative comments. In response to a question, he stated they feel the maximum number of children they could handle would be fifty. There was some concern regarding a ditch that is near the property. Mr. Willis stated the outdoor playground is in a fenced area and the children will be supervised at all times. If they play organized games, they will do it on the east side of the church where there is an area large enough for a softball field and this is approximately 150 yards away from the ditch. In response to who they will hire, Mr. Willis stated they will advertise for the positions and follow state regulations requiring a police background check, passing a TB test, taking a first aid CPR course and many other things. The building has passed a fire inspection and has been approved by the County Health Board. Darrell L. McGillen, Fire Chief, stated the building and kitchen facilities are excellent in regards to fire safety and he feels it would be an asset to Laurel to have the day-care. Motion by Alderman Graham to approve the to meeting all state licensing requirements, Kilpatrick. Motion carried 5--0. special review subject seconded by Alderwoman TOWN PUMP - ON PREMISE BEER LICENSE: Joe Bradley stated the council needs to decide whether to hold a second public hearing or not. The Planning Board recommended they do so. If they decide to do so, then all other discussion will wait until the public hearing. Motion by Alderman Graham to hold a second public hearing on Town Pump request for on premise beer license, seconded by Alderman Rodgers. Motion carried 5--0. APPOINT ALDERMAN: One application was received to fill the unexpired term of alderman in Ward IV. Lonnie Kellogg of 918 East 5th, applied for the position. Motion by Alderman Graham to appoint Lonnie Kellogg to fill the unexpired term as alderman in Ward IV, effective April 3, 1990, seconded by Alderman Orr. Motion carried 5--0. COMMITTEE REPORTS: --Ambulance Committee minutes of March 8, reviewed. 1990 were presented and Motion by Alderman Marshall to enter the Ambulance Committee minutes of March 8, 1990, into the record, seconded by Alderman Graham. Motion carried 5-0. --Budget/Finance Committee minutes of March 6, 1990 were presented and reviewed. Motion by Alderwoman Kilpatrick Committee minutes of March 6, 1990, Alderman Rodgers. Motion carried 5--0. to enter the Budget/Finance into the record, seconded by Page 4 Minutes of the City Council of Laurel Council Meeting of March 20, 1990 --City Council Committee of the Whole minutes of March 6, 1990 were presented. Motion by Alderman Orr to enter the City Council Committee of the Whole minutes of March 6, 1990, into the record, seconded by Alderwoman Kilpatrick. Motion carried 5--0. --City-County Planning Board minutes of March 8, 1990 were presented and reviewed. Motion by Alderman Orr to enter the City-County Planning Board minutes of March 8, 1990, into the record, seconded by Alderman Marshall. Motion carried 5--0. --Parks Committee minutes of March 19, 1990 were presented and reviewed. Motion by Alderwoman Kilpatrick to enter the Parks Committee minutes of March 19, 1990, into the record, seconded by Alderman Orr. Motion carried 5--0. Discussion followed regarding the possibility of covering the ditch that runs by Nutting Park. Things discussed were the cost factor, obtaining permission from the ditch company, materials such as concrete pipe or culverts to enclose it, parking and the safety factor involved in doing so. This item was referred to the Budget/Finance Committee for further study. --Garbage Committee minutes of March 19, 1990 were reviewed. The committee recommends continuing with plans for the transfer site even though the state may grant an extension on our own landfill. A transfer site truck is needed to haul garbage to the Billings landfill. Billings has a used two ton truck for sale and it is the committee's recommendation to have Laurel put a bid in on it. Bob Graham explained that due to the size of the new garbage truck, the driver cannot see in the rear when backing up. It was recommended to purchase a new video camera at the cost of $ 1,000.00 to be mounted on the rear of the truck so the driver can see behind him before backing up. Bob Gauthier stated there is a definite safety issue involved regarding blind spots with the new garbage truck. It was discussed at the Budget/Finance Committee meeting earlier this evening and when safety is an issue, the city tries to find the funds to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. Bob said the camera is the best alternative they have found to resolve the problem. Billings uses it on some of their trucks and they seem to think it works well. The committee discussed the fact that the city has some dead end and "T" shaped alleys which require the garbage truck to backup. This makes a dangerous situation and it is hard on the truck. A study will be done regarding this matter. Motion by Alderman Graham to enter the Garbage Committee of March 19, 1990, into the record, seconded by Alderman Motion carried 5--0. minutes Rodgers. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE: A man expressed his concerns regarding the possible de-annexation of Mr. Cantrell's property. He asked who is responsible if his cows should break the fence and get into the neighboring yards. Joe Bradley stated it is the responsibility of Mr. Cantrell to keep his cows out of the city limits and he could be issued a citation for an animal at large. If there are any damages to the property~ the owner would have to take it to civil court. Page5 Minutes of the City Council of Laurel Council Meeting of March 20, 1990 9AYOR~S COI~ENTS: The Mayor recognized and thanked the delegation from the Laurel Jaycees for attending the council meeting. Those present included: Lanaya Gonzales - President Pat Simcox - Community Vice-President Terry Steinmasel - Individual Development V.P. The Mayor announced that Curt McKenzie, former City Engineer, passed away. The flag will be flown at half mast tomorrow in his honor. Bob Gauthier said he attended Billing Appreciation Days and found it very interesting. It included approximately 36 mayors from the surrounding areas along with individuals from the business community. The Mayor said the City purchased a grant book which lists a number of grants available by both private and governmental agencies. This is at the disposal of any department to use if they are looking at purchasing a major item. Donna Kilpatrick requested permission to leave the state from March 28th to April 10th. Motion by Alderman Orr to grant Donna Kilpatrick permission to leave the state from March 28th to April 10th, seconded by Alderman Rodgers. Motion carried 5--0. The Mayor welcomed Lonnie Kellogg to the council. Bob Graham asked Bob Diede, 1411 West Maryland, interested in serving on the Garbage Committee and Mayor appointed Bob Diede to the Garbage Committee. if he would be he agreed. The Motion by Alderman Graham to confirm the appointment of Bob Diede to the Garbage Committee, seconded by Alderman Rodgers. Motion carried 5--0. There will be no Fire Committee meeting on Monday, March 26th. There being no further business to come before the Council at time, the meeting was adjourned at 7:§5 p.m. Donald L. Hackmann, City Clerk this Approved by The Mayor and passed by the City Council of the City Laurel, Montana, this 3rd day of April, ~990.,~ _~ ~ _..~ Bob Oauth~er, Mayor of ATTEST: Donald L. Hackmann, City Clerk