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TUESDAY, .. 16 ,2024
A Council Workshop was held in Council Chambers and called to order by Council President
Sparks at 6:29 p.m. on April 16, 2024.
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_x Tom Canape
_x_ Heidi Sparks
Michelle Mize
_x_ Jessica Banks
—x— Casey Wheeler
_x Iry Wilke
x Richard Klose
x Jodi Mackav
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Brittney Harakal, Council Administrative Assistant
Matt Wheeler, Public Works Director
Michele Braukmann, Civil Attorney — Via phone
Kelly Strecker, Clerk/Treasurer
Kurt Markegard, Planning Director
Stan Langve, Chief of Police
Jessica McCartney, 303 Union President
Ryan Welsh, KLJ
Public Input:
There were none.
General Items
Appointment of Kurt Markegard and Floodplain Administrator.
Recently, the City received a floodplain permit application. In processing that application, it was
noted that Forrest Sanderson is still designated as the Floodplain Administrator. The Planning
Director has received the training to be designated as the City's Floodplain Administrator.
Executive Review
2. Resolution - A Resolution Of The City Council Approving The 2025-2027 Collective
Bargaining Agreement Between The City Of Laurel And Local Union 303, American
Federation Of State, County, And Municipal Employees, AFSCME.
Jessica McCartney, 303 Union President, briefly reviewed the changes made in the Collective
Bargaining Agreement. The CBA will go from July 2024 to June 2027. The negotiation team
was able to negotiate all three years of language changes and the first year for wages.
One language change was to change the School Resource Offierces start time to 7:30 p.m. this
allows them to do patrol in the school zones before the start of the school day. During the school
year, the SROs will receive 5 hours of OT each pay period; during the summers, they will only
receive 4 hours of OT like all the other officers. They have forfeited the shift differential for the
additional hour of OT.
There is a $3.00 increase for all Officers. Those in the one-year probationary period will receive
$1.00 less. This wage increase does make Laurel comparable to the agencies surrounding us.
Dispatch and Animal Control will receive a $1.50 raise. Negotiations took approximately 8 hours
and were very productive.
It was questioned if this CBA covers EMS wages. No.
It was questioned if it was normal to negotiate wages yearly. It was clarified that is allowed and
there are many examples of coming to the negotiating table yearly for wage negotiations.
It was questioned if this wage increase would assist with the hiring process. It was clarified that
they anticipate that it will assist in filling the vacant positions.
Council noted that under health insurance, TBD is listed. It was clarified that amount would be
added to the contract. That amount won't be known until the Health Insurance Committee votes.
Resolution - A Resolution Of The City Council Authorizing The City Of Laurel And
The Laurel Urban Renewal Agency (LURA) To Submit A Request For Proposal For A
TIF Consultant.
Kurt Markegard, Planning Director, reviewed the attached financial report. There are a lot of
projects coming down the pipeline in Planning; he does not have the time to dedicate to the TIF
District to be able to support their needs. They need help to get their projects moving and to
complete their required reporting.
It was questioned when the City goes out for RFP if they have to access a proposal. It was
clarified that once the City receives all proposals they schedule interviews with all those who
submitted proposals. They select which firm can provide the City with what is needed. The
Council then gets to vote on if a contract is awarded. The City can choose to reject all proposals.
When the City goes out for a bid, it is a very formal process. The City is legally required to
accept the lowest responsible bidder. There are more stringent rules governing that process.
During the RFP process, the City will analyze all qualifications for the proposals received.
It was questioned if this would be a part-time, full-time, or project -based RFP. It was clarified
that it will depend on the proposals received.
It was questioned who will oversee the consultant ensuring that the work is being completed. It
was clarified that the Planning Director would be overseeing the contract.
4. Resolution - A Resolution Of The City Council Authorizing The Mayor To Execute
The Agreement For Provision Of Fire Services By And Between The City Of Laurel
And Laurel Urban Fire Service Area (LUFSA).
Last year, the City started to look at all the Fire District contracts and noted that they were all
very different. All contracts are now consistent contract and on a yearly renewal basis. The Fire
Administrative Assistant is working on evaluating the rates that are being charged to the Fire
Districts. The review is to make sure the rates are objective and consistent.
Resolution - A Resolution Of The City Council Authorizing The Mayor To Execute
The Agreement For Provision Of Fire Services By And Between The City Of Laurel
And Yellowstone Boys And Girls Ranch.
No discussion on the item. Discussed with the previous agenda item.
6. Resolution - A Resolution Of The City Council Approving A Memorandum Of
Understanding By And Between The City Of Laurel And Yellowstone County For The
W. 12th Street Overlay Project.
Matt Wheeler, Public Works Director, stated that the W. 12`" Street Overlay is done. This
resolution allows the County to pay half the cost. Their half will be 25k.
7. Resolution - A Resolution Awarding The Bid And Authorizing The Mayor To Execute
All Contract And Related Documents For 5th Avenue To 7th Avenue Sewer Line
Replacement Project.
Ryan Welsh, KLJ, briefly reviewed the attached bid tab. Western Municipal Construction was
the lowest responsive bidder.
It was questioned why contractors are not held to their bid amounts. It was clarified that a change
order is for a change in conditions. It was further questioned if there are instances where a
request for a change order is denied. It was clarified that there have been denials in the past.
It was questioned how fast this project would be completed. It was clarified that it is scheduled
for 40 calendar days. This project is expected to be completed by July 1, 2024.
8. Resolution - Resolution Of Intent To Adopt Updated Growth Management Policy For
The City Of Laurel -Yellowstone County Joint Planning Jurisdiction And Provide For A
Thirty (30) Day Public Comment Period.
Kurt Markegard, Planning Director, briefly reviewed the process to bring the Growth
Management Policy before the Council. The County has already adopted the Growth
Management Policy.
The Planning Director reminded the Council that the Growth Management Policy is a land use
issue. After the public hearing Council will have an opportunity to discuss any concerns. Council
has the option to adopt it as is, adopt it as amended, or deny it and send it back to the Planning
Board.
Civil Attorney Braukmann noted that this was a year-long process, and the Planning Director has
done a large amount of work on these issues.
Council was reminded that Growth Management Policies are not regulatory documents; they are
the basis and foundation for a lot of things the City has to do legally. These are quasi-judicial
issues.
It was questioned if the Growth Management Policy is needed when the City applies for grants.
It was clarified that when applying for grants various plans are needed.
This is a resolution of intent, setting the public hearing towards the end of May.
9. Resolution - Resolution Of Annexation Of Property Legally Described As The
Amended Plat Of Lots 1 & 2 Of Nutting Brothers Subdivision, Second Filing, Lot I a,
Adjacent To The City Of Laurel, As An Addition To The City Of Laurel, Yellowstone
County, Montana, With Concurrent Approval Of Zoning Designation Upon Annexation
Of The Property.
Kurt Markegard, Planning Director, gave a brief time of how this request came before the
Council. See the attached Staff report. There will be a public hearing at next week's meeting.
There are a few details that will need to be addressed with a development agreement. It is
recommended that the property be zoned as Public.
The owner's representative on the project noted that there are certain things that the School
District can spend bonded fiends on.
It was questioned if the annexation process should have been done prior to digging holes and
moving dirt. It was clarified that the District only has three years from passing the bond to be
able to finish the construction project. They have been working with the Planning Director for
the last six months on getting the annexation process taken care of. The plan is for the school to
be open for the 2025 School year. The annexation request does not go all the way up to E.
Maryland, just the southern portion.
Council was reminded that they were being asked to annex the land, not the use of the land. A
development agreement will address all the intricacies of building the project. After passing
approving the annexation the City and School District then have a year to finalize the
development agreement. If those conditions are not reached then the annexation does not occur.
It was questioned if storm sewer would be part of those discussions. It was clarified that our
current annexation policy has limited criteria. Storm sewer is not one of those criteria. Both the
City and the District will need to work together to find a solution to this problem. Developers
need to know they can annex so they can proceed with their projects. The irrigation ditch in the
area will need to be addressed.
Chris Lorash, School Board Trustee, stated that the money has to be used in a specific way. The
goal is to improve the District and City as a whole. There is no additional money available. If
they need to do additional things, then certain things will not be done.
10. Ordinance - An Ordinance Amending Title 12 Of The Laurel Municipal Code Related
To The Standards For Public Works.
Ryan Welsh briefly reviewed the Standards for Public Works. There will be a public hearing on
May 14", 2024.
It was clarified that in reviewing the document, it was noted that this was no longer present in
LMC. This ordinance is fixing that oversight.
Council Issues
Other Items
Attendance at Upcoming Council Meeting
All Council Members present will be at next week's meeting.
Announcements
On April 20, 2024, there is a Community Clean Up Day. Meet at the Perk at 10 a.m. All supplies
will be supplied. Submit your pictures to the Build A Better Laurel Facebook page.
Emergency Services Committee will meet Monday at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
The council workshop adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
Respe submitted,
Brittney Haraka t
Administrative istant
NOTE: This meeting is open to the public. This meeting is for information and discussion of the Council for
the listed workshop agenda items.
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4/1e/24, 3:54 PM 7-15-4288. Costs that may be paid by tax increment financing, I1CR
MCA Contents / TITLE 7 / CHAPTER 15 / Fart 42 / 7-15-4288 Costs that m...
Montana Code Annotated
TITLE 7. LOCAL GOVERNMENT
CHAPTER 15. HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION
Part . Urban Renewal
Costs That May Be Paid By Tax Increment
Financing
7-15-4288. Coats that may be paid by tax increment financing. The tax increments may be used by the
local government to pay the following costs of or incurred in connection with an urban renewal area or targeted
economic development district as identified in the urban renewal plan or targeted economic development district
comprehensive development plan:
(1) land acquisition;
(2) demolition and removal of structures;
(3) relocation of occupants;
(4) the acquisition, construction, and improvement of public improvements or infrastructure, publicly owned
buildings, and any public improvements authorized by Title 7, chapter 12, parts 41 through 45; Title 7, chapter
13, parts 42 and 43; and Title 7, chapter 14, part 47, and items of personal property to be used in connection with
improvements for which the foregoing costs may be incurred;
(5) costs incurred in connection with the redevelopment activities allowed under 7-15-4233;
(6) acquisition of infrastructure -deficient areas or portions of areas;
(7) administrative costs associated with the management of the urban renewal area or targeted economic
development district;
(8) assemblage of land for development or redevelopment by private enterprise or public agencies, including
sale, initial leasing, or retention by the local government itself at its fair value;
(9) the compilation and analysis of pertinent information required to adequately determine the needs of the
urban renewal area or targeted economic development district;
(10) the connection of the urban renewal area or targeted economic development district to existing
infrastructure outside the area or district;
(11) the provision of direct assistance to secondary value -adding industries to assist in meeting their
infrastructure and land needs within the area or district; and
(12) the acquisition, construction, or improvement of facilities or equipment for reducing, preventing, abating,
or eliminating pollution.
History: En. 11-3921 by Sec. 1, Ch. 287, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 452, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 532,
L. 1977; amd. Sec. 31, Ch. 566, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 11-3921(part); amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 147, L. 1981; amd.
Sec. 9, Ch. 712, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 737, L. 1991; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 500, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 269,
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Monlana Code Annotated 2023
Powers Which May Be Exercised By Urban Renewal
Agency Or Authorized Department
7-15-4233. Powers which may be exercised by urban renewal agency or authorized department. (1) In
the event the local governing body makes the determination provided for in 7-15-4232, the local governing body
may authorize the urban renewal agency or department or other officers of the municipality to exercise any of the
following urban renewal project powers:
(a) to formulate and coordinate a workable program as specified in 7-15-4209;
(b) to prepare urban renewal plans, except that the local governing body shall approve the inclusion of a tax
increment provision;
(c) to prepare recommended modifications to an urban renewal project plan;
(d) to undertake and carry out urban renewal projects as required by the local governing body;
(e) to make and execute contracts as specified in 7-15-4251, 7-15-4254, 7-15-4255, and 7-15-4281, with the
exception of contracts for the purchase or sale of real or personal property;
(f) to disseminate blight clearance and urban renewal information;
(g) to exercise the powers prescribed by 7-15-4255, except the power to agree to conditions for federal
financial assistance and imposed pursuant to federal law relating to salaries and wages shall be reserved to the
local governing body;
(h) to enter any building or property in any urban renewal area in order to make surveys and appraisals in the
manner specified in 7-15-4257;
(I) to improve, clear, or prepare for redevelopment any real or personal property in an urban renewal area;
to insure real or personal property as provided in 7-15-4258;
(k) to effectuate the plans provided for in 7-15-4254;
(1) to prepare plans for the relocation of families displaced from an urban renewal area and to coordinate
public and private agencies in such relocation;
(m) to prepare plans for carrying out a program of voluntary or compulsory repair and rehabilitation of
buildings and improvements;
(n) to conduct appraisals, title searches, surveys, studies, and other preliminary plans and work necessary to
prepare for the undertaking of urban renewal projects;
(o) to negotiate for the acquisition of land;
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4/16/24, 4:03 PM 7-15-4238. Employment of necessary staff, MCA
MCA Contents / TITLE 7 / CHAPTER 15 / Part 42 / 7-15-4238 Employment...
Montana Code Annotated 2023
TITLE 7. LOCAL GOVERNMENT
CHAPTER 15. HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION
Part 42. Urban Renewal
Employment Of Necessary Staff
7-15-4238. Employment of necessary staff. The urban renewal agency or department or officers
exercising urban renewal project powers shall be supplied with the necessary technical experts and such other
agents and employees, permanent and temporary, as are required.
History: En. See, 16, Ch. 195, L. 1959; R.C.M. 1947,11-3916(part ); at See. 17, Ch. 253, L. 1979.
Created by LAWSi,
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City ofLaurel
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Laurel, MT 59044
Re: 5th Ave. to7th Ave. Sewer Line Replacement — Recommendation ofAward
Dear Matt:
Bids for the 51h Ave to 7th Ave Sewer Line Replacement project were received on March 281h, 2024. Five
bids were opened and read aloud, with bid amounts being $4O1,111.00 $422,161.00 $444295.00
$S49,g4O.OU,and $S68'265.00. The bid for $444,29S.OUfrom 4OSODevelopment was considered an
unresponsive bidder as they did not include their Contractor's License. The bids were checked for
mathematical accuracy and none ofthe bids had any discrepancies.
The lowest responsive bidder for the project is Western Municipal Construction at $401111.00. The
second lowest bidder is JR Civil of Montana with a bid amount of $422,161.00. Enclosed baCertified
Bid Tabulation. Please have the City determine whether to award the project and to who and for what
amount; upon notice, we will pull together the notice of award (NOA), route to City for signature, and
ultimately work with the chosen Contractor to finalize Contracts for the City's approval.
Ifyou have any questions orconcerns, please contact meo1(406)247-283l
Sincerely,
KU
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Ryan E.Welsh, PE
Project Engineer
: Certified Bid Tabulation
Project #: 2304-01231
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115 W. IST ST. City Of Laurel
PUB. WORKS: 628-4796
WATER OFC.: 628-7431
COURT: 628-1964 P.O. Box 10
FAX 628-2241 Laurel, Montana 59044
Laurel School District
410 Colorado Avenue
Laurel MT 59044
The School District represents 100% of the land ownership. Annexation pursuant to §7-24601
et. seq. MCA. (Annexation by Petition).
Request:
The Laurel School District representing 100% of the ownership of lands involved, has Petitioned
the City of Laurel for Annexation of approximately 4.886 acres of property adjacent to the City of
Laurel with an initial Zoning Designation of Public for concurrent review.
The subject property is generally described as that portion of NW 1/4 Section 10, Township 2
South, Range 24 East, P.M.M., Yellowstone County, Montana, for a proposed amended Nutting
Brothers Subdivision Second Filing LotlA. An annexation Exhibit, which is incorporated into this
report by reference, has been submitted in support of the Petition and Requested Initial Zoning.
Process:
The annexation petition and requested initial zoning has been scheduled for consideration and a
public hearing by the Laurel — Yellowstone City County Planning Board and Zoning
Commission for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. The City, Council will consider the
annexation and zoning designation at a future council meeting.
Analysis of the Request
➢ The Laurel School District represents 100% of the land ownership involved in the petition.
➢ The Laurel Growth Policy designates the property as a 'growth area' of the city.
> The current use of the property is a sports field that has been used by the school district for
many years.
> The requested zone City Laurel "Public" provides for a small number of specific uses and
is consistent with the requirements of R-08-22 that lands embraced by the city be assigned
R-7500 or greater.
> The subject property was presumed to be zoned County Residential Tracts or is un -zoned
Yellowstone County.
> Part 46 annexation requires that the land use designation be 'consistent with the prevailing
use of the property, consistent with the prevailing County Zoning Assignment, and/or
consistent with the current growth policy'.
> In addition to the extension of urban scale services the City Zoning provides options for
development that are not available to rural properties. These options include but are not
limited to Planned Unit Developments
> The initial zoning must be considered under City Resolution R-08-22 (Annexation), the
Laurel Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning).
> The question of annexation and initial zoning must be heard by the Laurel — Yellowstone
City County Planning Board and Zoning Commission.
> Is the requested annexation and initial zoning in the best interest of the City and Citizens
of the City of Laurel.
> The property is situated such that street rights-of-way will need to be annexed with the
subject property.
Findings:
✓ The subject property is adjacent to the City of Laurel.
✓ The City Council is not required to submit the question of annexation to the qualified
electors of the area to be annexed as the petition is signed by 100% of the owners.
✓ The city may annex the property as 100% of the ownership of same has petitioned the city
for annexation.
✓ The driver for the annexation request is the building of an elementary school on the
property. The only way the development plan works is to extend the City water and sewer
systems to the proposed school.
✓ The subject property was included as 'institutional" under existing land uses in the Growth
Policy adopted by the City of Laurel. Additionally, the property has been identified as an
annexation priority area of the Planning Jurisdiction Map in the 2020 Growth Policy. As
such, the requested zoning is consistent with the Laurel Growth Policy.
✓ The proposed assignment of "Public" meets all the statutory requirements of Part 46
annexation and zoning assignment.
✓ The Laurel "Public" Zone is determined to be a "greater than" R-7500 classification
density. Zoning assignments for government owned land is not subject to zoning
regulations typically required to other applicants. The Laurel School District meets the
definition of an "agency" in MCA 76-2-402 and therefore can use their property as they
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see fit as long as any changes in use contrary to local zoning regulations that the City
Council holds a public hearing.
✓ The extension of city services will be at the owner's expense (R-08-22) and in accordance
with the Annexation Agreement as approved by the City Council and requirements of the
Public Works Department.
The city can provide services to the property both existing and proposed if extension of
water, sewer, and storm water lines are extended.
Is the zoning in accordance with the growth policy;
• The proposed zoning is consistent with having a public agency own the land and to plan
for education for the community.
• The Growth Policy identifies all of the property proposed for annexation as an annexation
priority area.
• Resolution R-08-22 requires zoning assignment at annexation at R-7500 or greater.
• The Zone "Public" meets the definition as 'greater than' R-7500.
Finding:
The requested zoning is in accordance with the Growth Policy.
11. Is the zoning designed to lessen congestion in the streets;
• The proposed zoning is consistent with a school zone already in the area just east of this
area.
• The proposed zoning along with the annexation agreement will allow development of the
property consistent with surrounding uses of property.
• Proposed development that would potentially impact roads and streets would require a
traffic impact analysis and associated improvements which has been completed.
Finding:
The requested zoning will have a material impact on congestion in the streets but should be
mitigated by the suggestions in the traffic impact analysis.
fit. Is the zoning designed to secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers;
• The Growth Policy identifies this property as institutional in the existing use map.
• Adequate public infrastructure exists or can be readily extended/expanded to serve the
property for "public" designation.
• Fire hydrants and water supply should be adequate if they meet the requirements from the
Public Works Department.
Finding:
The requested zoning will not have an adverse impact on safety from fire, panic, or other
dangers.
IV. Is the zoning designed to promote health and the general welfare;
The connection of the school building at the time of development to the Laurel municipal
water and wastewater systems will have positive impacts to public health and general
welfare.
Education meets the goals ofprornoting the growth management policy to serve the citizens
of the Laurel area.
Finding:
The requested zoning will promote the public health and the general welfare.
V. Is the zoning designed to provide adequate light and air,
* The existing zoning imposes building setbacks, height limits, limits on the number of
buildings on a single parcel, and reasonable area limits on new development.
* The proposed "Public" provides restrictions on structure height, setbacks, lot coverage.
These standards exist to provide open spaces and adequate light and air.
® The existing development has more than adequate separation from surrounding uses.
* Open spaces are planned to be reserved north of thispro perty that the school district owns.
Finding
The requested zoning will provide adequate light and air.
V1. Is the zoning designed to prevent the overcrowding of land;
The existing zoning imposes building setbacks, height limits, limits on the number of
buildings on a single parcel, and reasonable area limits on new development.
Finding:
The proposed zoning will prevent the overcrowding of land.
Vil. Is the zoning designed to avoid undue concentration of population;
® The existing zoning imposes building setbacks, height limits, limits on the number of
buildings on a single parcel, and reasonable area limits on new development.
• The subject property is large enough to provide adequate separation from surrounding
uses.
The property is not going to be used for residential development with the "public"
designation.
Finding:
The proposed zoning will prevent the undue concentration of population.
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Till. Is the zoning designed to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water,
sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements;
The requested zoning will allow for a school building and will be required to provide for
adequate water, sewerage or other public requirements.
Finding:
The requested zoning will facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water,
sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements. Additionally, as the uses of the
property change and the intensity of development changes, the city will be able to plan for
and be prepared for the anticipated increased demands on their public systems.
IX. Does the zoning give reasonable consideration to the character of the district and its peculiar
suitability for particular uses;
• The requested zoning is consistent with the Growth Policy.
• The property is compatible with surrounding development which is, for the most part,
school use just west of the property and would be a consolidation of education facilities
within the City of Laurel.
• The water and sewer infrastructure with this annexation is for the intended use of the
property and will need final approval from the City of Laurel City Council and the Public
Works Department.
Finding:
The requested zoning is consistent with surrounding uses, the Growth Policy and provides
for opportunities with suitable uses.
X. Does the zoning give reasonable consideration to the peculiar suitability of the property for
its particular uses;
The requested zoning is consistent with the Growth Policy.
The property is compatible with surrounding development which is, for the most part,
school to the west and low density to north and south of the property.
The water and sewer infrastructure proposed with the annexation will have to meet
infrastructure requirements by the Public Works Department.
Finding:
The requested zoning is in keeping with the character of the development in the area.
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X1. Will the zoning conserve the value of buildings;
• The extension and availability of public water and sewer resultant from annexation and
initial zoning will add value to buildings as the proposed use is substantially like or
complementary to surrounding buildings and uses.
• The requested zoning is consistent with the Growth Policy.
• The proposed zoning is not anticipated that there would be any adverse effect on the value
of surrounding buildings or lands.
Finding:
The value of existing buildings both on and adjacent to the requested zone will either be
enhanced or not affected by the proposed zoning.
XII. Will the zoning encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the municipality?
• The requested zoning is consistent with the Growth Policy.
® The requested zoning is consistent with the prevailing land uses and zoning surrounding
the property.
Finding:
The requested zoning provides for the most appropriate use of land in the municipality as
the school district has owned the property for some time and the annexation of the property
into the City of Laurel will give the school district to plan for its future education needs.
Conclusion:
The petition for annexation into the City of Laurel with the initial zoning assignment of Laurel
"Public "appears to be consistent with the requirements of Part 46 Annexation and City Council
Resolution R-08-22. Additionally, the annexation, extension of services, and initial zoning
assignment are in the best interest of both the City of Laurel and the Laurel School District.
The Laurel — Yellowstone City County Planning Board recommend that the Laurel City Council adopt the
Findings of Fact outlined in this Recommendation and approve the Annexation and Initial Zoning
requested by the Laurel School District.
➢ That an Amended Plat or Certificate of Survey suitable for filing with Yellowstone County that
describes the tract of land to be Annexed is submitted by the School District.
> That an Annexation Agreement is submitted for acceptance by the City Council.
➢ That any extensions of water, sewer and storm facilities be approved by the Public Works
Department.
➢ That any recommendations from the traffic study be implemented and approved by the City
Council.
A