Belgrade public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and consider a zone text amendment to increase lot coverage in R-2 zones from 25% to 40%, as well as budget amendments for FY2022 and FY2023. They will also discuss an annexation agreement for Yellowstone Crossing, a sewer easement with the Gallatin Airport Authority, a groundwater project funding commitment, and 2023 street projects. The consent agenda includes confirming a probationary police officer and approving several council minutes.

• Ordinance 2022-16: zone text amendment to increase lot coverage in R-2 zone from 25% to 40%
• Resolution 2022-55: budget amendment for FY ending 6/30/22
• Resolution 2022-56: budget amendment for FY ending 6/30/23
• Annexation agreement and Resolution 2022-54 for Yellowstone Crossing
• Sanitary sewer force main and access easement agreement with Gallatin Airport Authority

The Council increased maximum lot coverage in R2 zoning districts to 40% and approved the annexation of Yellowstone Crossing Tract 3A. Budget amendments for fiscal years 2022 and 2023 were adopted, and the City committed over $751,000 in matching funds for a groundwater project.

• Increased R2 zone maximum lot coverage to 40% (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-55 amending FY 2021-2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-56 amending FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Agreement for Yellowstone Crossing Tract 3A (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-54 annexing Yellowstone Crossing Tract 3A (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to seek agreements for city property purchases (unanimous)
• Authorized Sewer Force Main and Access Easement with Gallatin Airport Authority (unanimous)
• Approved $751,531 in matching funds for Groundwater Source Capacity Development Project (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the November 2022 meeting minutes and recommended the reappointment of board member Vivian Crouse to the City Council. Members discussed a draft long-term lease for Belgrade Baseball and received updates on ice-skating rinks and a proposed Parks Maintenance District bond.

• Approved November 2022 minutes (All in favor; Mattimoe abstained)
• Recommended reappointment of Vivian Crouse to the Park and Recreation Board (All in favor)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board will discuss and potentially approve the 2023 board meeting schedule, library closure schedule, and an updated strategic plan. The board will also hold a first reading of a new meeting room policy and receive updates on the budget, donations, grants, and highlighted programs.

• First reading of a new Meeting Room Policy
• Review of the 2023 Library Closure Schedule
• Discussion of the Updated Strategic Plan for 2022-2023
• Budget Overview and report on Donations and Grants
• Approval of draft minutes from September 27 and October 11, 2022 meetings

The Board unanimously approved the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan along with the 2023 meeting and library closure schedules. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 27 and October 11, 2022 meetings. A proposed Circulation Policy was tabled for the next meeting.

• Adopted 2022-2023 Strategic Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Board Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Library Closure Schedule (Unanimous)
• Tabled Circulation Policy
• Approved 09.27.22 and 10.11.22 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing on final adoption of Ordinance 2022-15 updating parking regulations in Title 5 Chapter 4. They will also discuss appointing Brian Baird to the Police Commission, an interlocal agreement with Central Valley Fire Department for office space lease, and authorizing the city manager to negotiate sale of property at 111 Kennedy St. The consent agenda includes Ordinance 2022-16 to increase lot coverage allowance in R-2 single family districts.

• Final adoption of Ordinance 2022-15 (parking code updates)
• Ordinance 2022-16 to increase lot coverage in R-2 districts (consent agenda)
• Police Commission appointment of Brian Baird
• Interlocal agreement with Central Valley Fire Department for office space lease
• Authorize city manager to negotiate sale of 111 Kennedy St

The Council authorized the purchase of real property at 111 N. Kennedy Street to house the Community Development department. Other key actions included updating parking regulations and leasing office space from the Central Valley Fire District.

• Approved purchase of 111 N. Kennedy Street for $430,000 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 amending parking regulations (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement to lease office space from Central Valley Fire District (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Baird to the Belgrade Police Commission for a 3-year term (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-16 to increase lot coverage in R-2 districts (Unanimous)
• Tabled discussion regarding pending DEQ items (Unanimous)
• Approved draft Council Minutes for 1-3-2022, 1-18-2022, and 11-21-2022 (Unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will decide whether to release the minutes from its July 25, 2022 meeting, and will hold a public hearing to consider a zone text amendment for the Rosa-Johnson Development. The amendment would increase the allowed building footprint in the R2 Residential, Single Family District. The board will make a recommendation to the Belgrade City Council on this amendment.

• Public hearing on zone text amendment for Rosa-Johnson Development to increase building footprint in R2 district
• Decision to release minutes of July 25, 2022 Planning Board meeting

The Planning Board recommended that the City Council increase the maximum building footprint size for R-2 zoning district lots to 40%. The board also approved the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting and rescheduled the December meeting.

• Approved release of 7/25/2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve increasing R-2 zoning district lot coverage to 40% (unanimous)
• Moved December meeting to December 20, 2022

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider routine items including the 2023 payroll/holiday calendar, the 2023 council meeting calendar, appointments to the Senior Center Board and annual board/committee appointments, and the Belgrade Downtown Plan with a process for prioritizing projects. It will also discuss a compensation review by GMP Consulting and hold an executive session on the city manager's performance and contract. The agenda is largely administrative with no major ordinances or rezoning.

• Confirmation of probationary police officer Ben Martin
• 2023 payroll/holiday calendar
• 2023 council meeting calendar
• Senior Center Board appointment (Carol Scott)
• Belgrade Downtown Plan and project prioritization process

The Council approved a revised contract for the City Manager and established a schedule for prioritizing downtown improvement projects. They also confirmed the 2023 holiday and meeting calendars and filled a vacancy on the Senior Center Advisory Board.

• Approved revised City Manager's Contract for Services (5-1)
• Approved proposed schedule for identifying priority projects for Belgrade Downtown Improvement Districts (unanimous)
• Appointed Carol Scott to the Senior Center Advisory Board for a three-year term (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Payroll/Holiday Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 calendar for Council and Advisory Board Meetings (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Board and Committee appointments, adding Council Member Doyle to the Senior Center Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including confirmation of Probationary Police Officer Ben Martin (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the September 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed a draft lease for Belgrade Baseball and the creation of guidelines for developers regarding new subdivision parks.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider several items, including a resolution of intent to annex the Yellowstone Crossing HC LLC property, updates to the city's parking regulations, a variance request for stormwater pond depth at Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing, and a right-of-way purchase on Alaska Frontage Rd. They will also discuss the 2022 Emergency Management Plan and a board appointment.

• Resolution No. 2022-53: intent to annex Yellowstone Crossing HC LLC property
• Updates to Title 5 Chapter 4 (parking) of Belgrade City Code
• Variance request for stormwater pond depth at Yellow Iron & Jackrabbit Crossing
• Alaska Frontage Rd right-of-way purchase
• Proclamation for Small Business Saturday Nov 26, 2022

The Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 regarding parking regulations and authorized the sale of excess right-of-way on Alaska Frontage Road. The city also approved a stormwater pond depth variance and the 2022 Emergency Management Plan.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 (Parking Regulations); public hearing set for Dec 5, 2022 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized sale of Alaska Frontage Road right-of-way to reduce width from 120 to 90 feet (unanimous)
• Approved stormwater pond depth variance for Yellow Iron & Jackrabbit Crossing provided a fence is installed (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute the 2022 Emergency Management Plan (unanimous)
• Appointed Pamela Knowles to the Senior Center Advisory Board for a three-year term (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda and set Yellowstone Crossing annexation public hearing for Dec 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Declared November 26, 2022, as Small Business Saturday

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will decide whether to release the June 27, 2022 meeting minutes and will make a recommendation to the Gallatin County Commission on a variance request and preliminary plat approval for the Badger Hollow Major Subdivision. The board is discussing, not finalizing, the subdivision application, which includes extensive supporting documents on traffic, water, wetlands, and other impacts.

• Variance request from Section 4.1.1 of Gallatin County Transportation, Design, and Construction Standards
• Preliminary plat approval for Badger Hollow Major Subdivision
• Release of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Documents include traffic impact summary, flood hazard analysis, wetland delineation, and fire protection plan

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of a variance and preliminary plat for the 9-lot Badger Hollow Major Subdivision to the Gallatin County Commission. The variance allows only one road access for the subdivision, and the preliminary plat includes a condition to meter water usage. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 6/27/2022 Planning Board meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended variance approval for single road access on subdivision with more than 5 lots (unanimous)
• Recommended preliminary plat approval for Badger Hollow Major Subdivision with added condition #35 to meter water usage and corrected conditions #4 and #21 (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss draft proposals for park development and a Belgrade baseball discussion, along with reports on the Aquatic Center and a QR code update. The agenda includes public comment and approval of the September 2022 minutes.

• Draft for development of park proposals
• Belgrade baseball discussion
• Aquatic Center report
• QR code update report
• Approval of September 2022 minutes

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a workshop to discuss parking regulations under City Code Title 5, Chapter 4, based on staff reports and analysis. No policy decisions or actions will be taken during this session; it is informational only. The regular business meeting follows at 7:00 PM.

• Workshop on parking regulations (City Code Title 5, Chapter 4)
• No decisions or actions to be taken
• Open to the public

The Belgrade City Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed draft ordinance updating parking regulations. Key changes include a 2-day notice for impoundment, a 24-hour limit for RVs, boats, and commercial vehicles in residential areas, and a shift to civil penalties with a $20 base fine. The council debated overnight parking restrictions for trailers and the city's exclusive authority over street parking, with further discussion planned for the regular meeting.

• Discussed draft ordinance amending parking regulations (no vote taken)
• Proposed 2-day notice for impoundment instead of 5 days
• Proposed 24-hour limit for RVs, boats, and commercial vehicles in residential areas
• Proposed civil penalty of $20 per parking citation
• Discussed city's exclusive authority to regulate parking on public streets
• Noted HOA parking restrictions on city streets are not enforceable

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to consider several significant items, including authorizing general obligation bonds for a library/community center, discussing a mill levy for the Gallatin Rest Home, considering parking ordinance amendments, and authorizing a contract with Martel Construction for a public works facility. The agenda also includes routine consent items and board appointments.

• Resolution 2022-52 authorizing general obligation bonds for the Library/Community Center
• Discussion of Gallatin Rest Home mill levy information presentation
• Discussion and consideration of Title 5, Chapter 4 parking ordinance amendments
• Authorizing city manager to contract with Martel Construction for a public works facility
• Board appointments for the Senior Center Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Library Advisory Board and Foundation are meeting to discuss updates from the 45 Architecture team regarding a new library. The session includes reports on foundation donations and grants.

• Update from 45 Architecture Team regarding the new library
• Cook Family Foundation Grant report
• Give Big Donations update
• Look Who’s Talking Event report

The meeting was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. The board heard updates on the new library building (now planned as a single-story, ~23,500 sq ft structure within budget), foundation grants, and city matters including ADU allowances and a new fire chief. The meeting was held jointly with the Library Foundation Board.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; all items were informational or reports only

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a training workshop on the governance, policies, and allowed uses of the Urban Renewal District (URD) and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). No policy decisions or actions will be taken during this session, which is open to the public. The next regular business meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2022.

• Training workshop on Urban Renewal District (URD) governance and policies
• Training on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) allowed uses
• No policy decisions or actions to be taken at this workshop
• Next regular council meeting on October 17, 2022, at 7:00 PM

The meeting was a training workshop on Belgrade's Urban Renewal District and Tax Increment Financing plan, with a presentation by consultants Janet Cornish and Lanette Windemaker. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned workshop at 7:20pm (motion by Simon, no vote tally recorded)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and decide on preliminary plat approvals for the Yellow Iron Commercial Subdivision and the Jackrabbit Crossing Subdivision/PUD. They will also discuss and consider changes to the fireworks ordinance, updates from Belgrade Schools and the library project, and a contract for the Dry Creek Road/Cruiser Lane/Spooner Road intersection improvements. The meeting includes consent items such as minutes and a library services agreement with Gallatin County.

• Public hearing and decision on preliminary plat for Yellow Iron Commercial Subdivision
• Public hearing and decision on preliminary plat for Jackrabbit Crossing Subdivision/PUD
• Discuss and consider changes to Ordinance #2003-4 Fireworks Ordinance
• Discuss and consider Dry Creek Road / Cruiser Lane / Spooner Road intersection improvements project contract
• Consider authorizing FY22 Library Services Agreement with Gallatin County

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved preliminary plat approvals for the Yellow Iron Subdivision and the Jackrabbit Crossing Subdivision/PUD, both with conditions. The Council also voted 4-2 to keep the existing fireworks ordinance (2003-4) in effect without changes, with a review scheduled for 2042 unless cause arises. Additionally, the Council authorized a $387,565 agreement with Sanderson Stewart for intersection improvements on Dry Creek Road/Cruiser Lane/Spooner Road.

• Approved preliminary plat for Yellow Iron Subdivision with variance for reduced irrigation easement (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Jackrabbit Crossing Subdivision/PUD with staff conditions plus fencing condition #56 (unanimous)
• Kept fireworks ordinance 2003-4 unchanged, next review in 2042 (4-2)
• Authorized $387,565 agreement with Sanderson Stewart for Dry Creek Road/Cruiser Lane/Spooner Road intersection improvements (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including library services agreement with Gallatin County (unanimous)
• Proclaimed November 1, 2022 as Extra Mile Day (procedural)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will review a first reading of the Circulation Policy and discuss relocating future meetings to City Council Chambers. The agenda also includes updates on budget, donations, and collection management.

• Circulation Policy: First Reading
• Relocating Board Meetings to City Council Chambers
• Review and Update Collection Management Policy
• Budget Overview and Donations & Grants update

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees approved the 2022-2023 Social Media Plan and an updated Collection Management Policy, both unanimously. The board also discussed long overdue item procedures and reviewed a first reading of the Circulation Policy, which is scheduled for adoption in October. No public input was received.

• Approved 2022-2023 Social Media Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Collection Management Policy (unanimous)
• Approved August 30, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2022-14, a zone text amendment to permit autobody services in the Business Park (BP) district. The council will also discuss updates on Parks and Recreation District planning and consider several consent agenda items, including a tower lease agreement with Dish Wireless Network and letters of support for grant applications.

• Ordinance 2022-14 (second reading) to allow autobody services in BP district
• Tower Lease Agreement with Dish Wireless Network
• Amended Plat for Donjo Minor Subdivision
• Letter of Support for HRDC HOME Grant for Colorado Apartments Improvement Project
• Letter of Support for MDT Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant application

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-14 on second reading, adding autobody services as a conditional use in the Business Park (BP) district. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a tower lease agreement with Dish Wireless Network and letters of support for grant applications. During discussion, the council was amenable to staff pursuing purchase of an 80-acre parcel for a potential park and recreation complex, though no formal action was taken.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-14 adding autobody shops as conditional use in BP district (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Dish Wireless tower lease, amended plat for Donjo Minor Subdivision, and letters of support for HRDC HOME grant and MDT Railroad Crossing Elimination grant (unanimous)
• Excused Mayor Nelson from meeting (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive the director's report. They will discuss several items including a baseball lease, a proposal for park development, an aquatic center update, and the possible relocation of the band shelter in Lewis and Clark Park.

• Tennis Court Update
• Splash Park QR Code
• Lewis and Clark Band Shelter relocation
• Belgrade Baseball Lease
• Aquatic Center Update

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the August 9th, 2022 meeting. The board received updates on the Lewis and Clark Park tennis court removal and the band shelter relocation to the Chamber of Commerce yard. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from August 9th, 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on resolutions related to the final budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The agenda includes adopting the final budget, a permissive medical levy for employee group health insurance, and budgeting additional property tax revenue. No other substantive items are listed.

• Resolution 2022-49: Adoption of Final Budget for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution 2022-50: Permissive Medical Levy for Employee Group Health Insurance
• Resolution 2022-51: Budgeting of Additional Property Tax Revenue FY 2022-2023

The Belgrade City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved three resolutions: the final budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 with the mill levy, a permissive medical levy for group health insurance at 7.93 mills, and additional property tax revenue based on inflation. No public comments were made during the hearings. Council Member Menicucci expressed disappointment at the lack of public attendance for such an important decision.

• Approved Resolution 2022-49 adopting the final budget for FY 2022-2023 and setting the mill levy (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2022-50 adopting additional mills for employee group health insurance (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2022-51 to budget additional property tax revenue based on 1.77% inflation rate (unanimous).

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider the preliminary FY22-23 budget and set a public hearing for final adoption, review the FY2021 audit, and consider an improvements agreement and final plat for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2. The consent agenda includes a zone text amendment for autobody businesses in a BP district and a DEQ contract.

• Ordinance 2022-14 (first reading) to allow autobody business in BP-Business Park District, public hearing set for Sept 19, 2022
• Authorize City Manager to sign contract with DEQ for Plan Specification Review option
• Consider Improvements Agreement for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2
• Consider Final Plat Approval for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2
• Consider Preliminary Budget FY22-23 and set public hearing for Sept 9, 2022

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and set a special meeting for final adoption on September 9, 2022. The Council also approved an improvements agreement and final plat for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2, which includes 122 single-family lots, subject to a $591,427.41 letter of credit and payments totaling $248,336.26 for road and school improvements. An audit presentation revealed material weaknesses in internal controls and noncompliance findings, which staff are addressing through new procedures and department reorganization.

• Approved all Consent Agenda items, including first reading of a zone text amendment for auto body businesses in BP districts and a contract with DEQ for plan review.
• Approved the Improvements Agreement for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2 with a $591,427.41 letter of credit.
• Granted final plat approval for Prescott Ranch Subdivision Phase 2, requiring $166,200 for roundabout participation and $82,136.26 for school off-site improvements.
• Approved the Preliminary Budget for FY 2022-2023 and set a special meeting and public hearing for final adoption on September 9, 2022 at noon.
• Scheduled a training session on the Urban Renewal District for October 10, 2022 at 6:00pm.
• Council Member Simon requested a future agenda review of the urban camping ordinance after one year of implementation.

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees is meeting to review library operations and planning. Key agenda items include the adoption of the Director's goals for 2022-2023 and a discussion on new library hours.

• Adoption of Director’s Goals 2022-2023
• Discussion of new library hours
• Review and update of Collection Management Policy
• Review of purchase orders
• Discussion of ELSA Award

The Board adopted the Library Director's Goals for 2022-2023 unanimously. The Library received the Excellent Library Service Award from the state, with a deferral granted for not meeting open hours due to staffing shortages. New library hours were announced: Monday-Friday 10:00-6:00 starting after Labor Day, and Saturday 10:00-2:00 starting October 1. The Board also agreed to remove purchase order review from the agenda since the City now approves them, and will review the Collection Management Policy over the next month.

• Adopted Library Director's Goals for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed trustee training on working with the library director due to internet outage
• Approved new library hours: Mon-Fri 10-6 after Labor Day, Sat 10-2 starting Oct 1
• Agreed to remove purchase order review from agenda; will review budget report instead
• Approved minutes of July 26, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a zoning text amendment and two preliminary plat approvals. The zoning amendment would allow autobody repair shops as a conditional use in the BP-Business Park District. One subdivision item was pulled from the agenda.

• Text amendment to allow autobody repair shops as conditional use in BP-Business Park District (Belterra Partners, LLC)
• Preliminary Plat approval of Jackrabbit Crossing Major Subdivision/PUD
• Preliminary Plat approval of Yellow Iron Major Subdivision
• Badger Hollow Major Subdivision preliminary plat (pulled from agenda)

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board recommended approval of the Jackrabbit Crossing Major Subdivision/PUD to the City Council, with added conditions including affordable restroom facilities at the park and removal of a deviation for 60-foot pole signs. The board also recommended a text amendment to allow autobody repair shops as a conditional use in the BP-Business Park District, and approved the Yellow Iron Major Subdivision preliminary plat and a ditch setback variance. The Badger Hollow Major Subdivision item was pulled from the agenda.

• Recommended Jackrabbit Crossing Major Subdivision/PUD to City Council with conditions (7-1)
• Recommended text amendment to allow autobody repair shops as conditional use in BP-Business Park District (7-1)
• Recommended Yellow Iron Major Subdivision preliminary plat to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved variance to reduce secondary ditch setback from 50' to 20' for Yellow Iron Subdivision (unanimous)
• Badger Hollow Major Subdivision item pulled from agenda

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on annexing the Four Graces property and creating a special improvement lighting district for Bridger Heights. The council will also discuss a sidewalk variance, a code analysis, and an updated agreement for the School Resource Officer program. Consent items include bonds for the library project and a final plat approval.

• Resolution 2022-45: General Obligation Bonds for Library Project
• Ordinance 2022-13 (second reading): Update City Code on sidewalks
• Resolution 2022-46: Annex the Four Graces Property
• Resolution 2022-47: Create Special Improvement Lighting District No. 2445 Bridger Heights
• Resolution 2022-48: Adoption of Updated Annexation Policy

The Belgrade City Council approved Ordinance 2022-13 updating sidewalk regulations, removing a mandatory cash-in-lieu fee and adding a waiver of protest requirement. The council also approved annexation of the Four Graces property (Tracts 1, 2, and 5) and adopted a new annexation policy. A memorandum of understanding for the School Resource Officer program was authorized pending school district approval.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-13 updating sidewalk code, removing cash-in-lieu fee, adding waiver of protest (5-0)
• Approved Four Graces Annexation Service Plan for Tracts 1, 2, and 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-46 to annex Four Graces property into city limits (unanimous)
• Created Special Improvement Lighting District No. 2445 for Bridger Heights Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-48 updating annexation policy, repealing 2004 policy (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign updated School Resource Officer MOU pending school board approval (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including library bond resolution and subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to review sidewalk variance applications under new ordinance (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve July minutes, hear public comments, and receive the director's report on a QR code update and equipment moving to Sunnyside. The board will also discuss an update on the Pump Track/Bike Park project. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Approve minutes from July 2022 Park Board Meeting
• Director's Report: QR Code Update
• Director's Report: Equipment moving to Sunnyside
• Discussion: Pump Track/Bike Park Update

The Belgrade Parks and Recreation Board met on August 9, 2022, and discussed several ongoing projects. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from July 2022 with corrections (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings on annexing the Top Star CFalls property and creating a special improvement lighting district for Bridger Heights, and will consider establishing a Senior Center Advisory Board. Consent items include resolutions setting public hearing dates for the lighting district and an annexation policy amendment. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Resolution 2022-42: Intent to create Special Improvement Lighting District No. 2445 Bridger Heights, public hearing set for Aug 15, 2022
• Resolution 2022-43: Intent to amend Annexation Policy, public hearing set for Aug 15, 2022
• Ordinance 2022-11 (2nd reading): Establishing Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board
• Consider Annexation Service Plan for Top Star CFalls property
• Resolution 2022-44: Annexation of Top Star CFalls property

The Belgrade City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2022-11, establishing the Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board, and approved the annexation service plan and annexation of the Top Star CFalls property. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions to create a special improvement lighting district and to amend the annexation policy, both with public hearings set for August 15, 2022.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-11 establishing Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Service Plan for Top Star CFalls property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-44 to annex Top Star CFalls property (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2022-42 (lighting district) and Resolution 2022-43 (annexation policy amendment) (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will conduct trustee education and elect officers. The agenda includes updates on materials mailing policies, purchase orders, donations, grants, and monthly programs.

• Election of Officers
• Update to Materials Mailing Policy and Form
• Review of Purchase Orders
• Discussion of Donations & Grants
• Overview of Monthly Programs

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees elected Cynthia Cheney as Chair and Chrysti Smith as Vice Chair for the next year. The board also approved changes to the Materials Mailing Policy, removing the option for the library to pay return postage and the option to mark a condition permanent. The meeting included introductions of new staff and updates on programs and grants.

• Elected Cynthia Cheney as Board Chair and Chrysti Smith as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Materials Mailing Policy and Form (unanimous)
• Adopted May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade Planning Board is holding public hearings to make recommendations to the Gallatin County Commission on the preliminary plat approvals of two subdivisions: The Silos Major Subdivision/PUD and Panther Park Commercial Subdivision. The board will discuss and vote on these items at this meeting.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Preliminary Plat for The Silos Major Subdivision/PUD
• Public hearing and recommendation on Preliminary Plat for Panther Park Commercial Subdivision

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board held public hearings and voted unanimously to recommend approval of two subdivisions to the Gallatin County Commission: The Silos Major Subdivision/PUD, a mixed manufactured housing and single-family development, and Panther Park Commercial Subdivision, with a condition requiring a fence along the eastern boundary. No public comment was received for The Silos, and the board also recommended approval of a variance for a longer cul-de-sac at Panther Park.

• Recommended approval of The Silos Major Subdivision/PUD preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Panther Park Commercial Subdivision with fence condition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of cul-de-sac length variance for Panther Park (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings on the West Post PUD/subdivision preliminary plat, the Lea Property annexation and service plan, and a revised date for a sidewalk code update. They will also discuss a letter of support for an affordable housing application, adopt the Badger Hollow Plan as a growth policy amendment, and consider several consent agenda items including utility easements and a senior center acquisition.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for West Post PUD/Subdivision
• Resolution 2022-40 to annex Lea Property Belgrade N. Business Park Phase 3
• Ordinance 2022-13 setting Aug 15, 2022 for 2nd reading of sidewalk code update
• Resolution 2022-39 to consider annexation of Four Graces (Tracts 1, 2, 5) with hearing Aug 15
• Letter of support for HRDC affordable housing application (Yellowstone Airport Plaza)

The Belgrade City Council approved the preliminary plat and PUD for the West Post Major Subdivision, a 250-acre mixed-use development with 370 lots. It also adopted annexation service plans and resolutions for two properties, approved a letter of support for an affordable housing project, and continued a sidewalk ordinance hearing to August 15. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved preliminary plat and PUD for West Post Major Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adopted Lea Annexation Service Plan for Lots 28 and 29, North Business Park Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-40 to annex Lots 28 and 29, North Business Park Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Continued Ordinance 2022-13 (sidewalk requirements) public hearing to August 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter of support for HRDC affordable housing application (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-41, Badger Hollow Plan as amendment to Growth Policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Whitney Lonsdale to City-County Health Board for 1-year term (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of City Attorney contract for services (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board held a routine meeting, approving minutes and receiving reports. The director reported on Splash Park water quality issues related to chlorine and a small storage tank. A planned Bike Park update was tabled due to lack of quorum, and a project involving Josh Smith/Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing was pulled because the state rejected proposed road approaches.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Splash Park chlorine issues: storage tank too small, water drained/refilled when chlorine reaches 0.04 ppm
• Bike Park update tabled until August due to lack of quorum
• Josh Smith/Yellow Iron & Jackrabbit Crossing project pulled; state rejected proposed approaches
• Community feedback positive on new Lewis and Clark play equipment

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board met on July 12, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 14 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the Bike Park update was tabled due to lack of quorum, and the Josh Smith/Yellow Iron & Jackrabbit Crossing project was pulled because the State of Montana did not accept the proposed approaches.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Bike Park update until August meeting
• Pulled Josh Smith/Yellow Iron & Jackrabbit Crossing project from presentation

City Council

The Belgrade City Council voted 3-2 against first reading of Ordinance 2022-12, which would have rezoned 90 E. Madison Ave from B-2 to R-4 for apartment construction. The Planning Board had recommended denial, and residents opposed the change. The council also approved several other items, including updated building codes, annexation of Sunnyside Estates, and software contracts.

• Rejected first reading of Ordinance 2022-12 to rezone 90 E. Madison Ave from B-2 to R-4 (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-10 adopting updated building codes (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Service Plan for Sunnyside Estates, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-37 to annex Sunnyside Estates, LLC property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-38 to adopt Badger Hollow Plan as growth policy amendment (unanimous)
• Approved termination agreement and employment change for Ted Barkley (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-13 updating sidewalk requirements (unanimous)
• Tabled sidewalk variance requests for Williamson/Larson until July 18 (4-1)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a zoning map amendment and four subdivision plats. The board will also consider adopting the Badger Hollow Plan as an amendment to the Belgrade Growth Policy. All items are recommendations to the Belgrade City Council or Gallatin County Commission.

• Zoning map amendment for Dave Casto and JWM, LLC
• Preliminary plat approval for T&L First Minor Subdivision
• Preliminary plat approval for Kallestad Subsequent Minor Subdivision
• Preliminary plat approval for West Post Major Subdivision/PUD
• Adoption of Badger Hollow Plan as amendment to Belgrade Growth Policy

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board unanimously recommended denial of a zoning map amendment for Dave Casto and JWM, LLC, from B2 to R4, citing lack of compelling argument. The board also unanimously recommended approval of several subdivision plats and a growth policy amendment, all with conditions.

• Denied zoning map amendment from B2 to R4 for Dave Casto and JWM, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended variance for T&L First Minor Subdivision to Gallatin County Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of T&L First Minor Subdivision preliminary plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Kallestad Subsequent Minor Subdivision preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of West Post Major Subdivision/PUD preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Badger Hollow Plan as amendment to Belgrade Growth Policy (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings on annexation service plans and resolutions for two properties in the Belgrade North Business Park, and consider first reading of an ordinance to adopt updated building codes. The council will also discuss an improvements agreement and final plat for Bridger Heights Phase 3B, a settlement agreement regarding the SCS Liner Project, a board appointment, and finalization of the city logo.

• Ordinance 2022-10 (first reading) adopting updated building codes, public hearing set for July 5, 2022
• Resolution 2022-33: intent to annex Lots 28 & 29, Belgrade North Business Park Phase 3 (Jason Lea), hearing July 18, 2022
• Public hearings on annexation service plan and Resolution 2022-34 for Lot 23, Phase 3 (Bowen Construction Services, LLC)
• Public hearings on annexation service plan and Resolution 2022-35 for portion of Lot 10A, Phase 2 (Greater Rocky Mountain Stone, LLC)
• Discussion: Improvements Agreement and Final Plat for Bridger Heights Phase 3B Major Subdivision

The Belgrade City Council approved a settlement agreement with Strategic Construction Solutions (SCS) for about $1.35M in additional funds related to pandemic delays, plus commitments for sludge removal and liner work. The council also approved annexation service plans and resolutions for two properties in the Belgrade North Business Park, and granted final plat approval for Bridger Heights Phase 3B. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved SCS settlement agreement with ~$1.35M payout and liner/sludge commitments (unanimous)
• Approved Bowen Annexation Service Plan for Lot 23, Belgrade North Business Park Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-34 to annex Lot 23, including Glider Lane and Happy Lane rights-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved Greater Rocky Mountain Stone Annexation Service Plan for portion of Lot 10A, Plat J-208C (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-35 to annex portion of Lot 10A, Plat J-208C (unanimous)
• Approved Bridger Heights Phase 3B Improvements Agreements with $80,693.47 for sidewalks/boulevards and $16,284.38 for streets (unanimous)
• Granted final plat approval for Bridger Heights Phase 3B, subject to signed agreements and letters of credit (unanimous)
• Appointed John Edwards to City County Board of Health (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive the Director's Report, which includes updates on the QR Code/Splash Park and local government trainings. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions listed.

• Approve minutes from May 2022 Park Board Meeting
• Director's Report: QR Code / Splash Park Report
• Director's Report: Local Government Trainings
• Public Forum for comments (3-minute limit)

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board approved the May 10, 2022 meeting minutes and selected June 26, 2022 for MSU Local Government training. The board also received updates on the QR code sign, Hollis' Make a Wish event, and the new Library parking lot project. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Set MSU Local Government training for Monday, June 26, 6-8:30pm

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider three annexation resolutions, an interlocal agreement for a City-County Board of Health, and discuss the future Belgrade Aquatics Center. The consent agenda also includes authorizing the city manager to sign a land use license for monitoring wells and a letter to Gallatin County on housing strategy. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy in Trout Unlimited, Inc. v. City of Belgrade.

• Resolution 2022-29: Intent to annex portion of Lot 10A, Belgrade North Business Park Phase 2, for Greater Rocky Mountain Stone, LLC; hearing June 20, 2022
• Resolution 2022-30: Intent to annex Lot 23, Belgrade North Business Park Phase 3, for Bowen Construction Services, LLC; hearing June 20, 2022
• Resolution 2022-31: Intent to annex Tracts 1-4, Sunnyside Estates Minor Subdivision, for Sunnyside Estates, LLC; hearing July 5, 2022
• Resolution 2022-32: Adopting interlocal agreement for City-County Board of Health
• Contract for engineering services for Well #8 project

The Belgrade City Council approved a motion to support the Belgrade Aquatics Foundation and agree to support a bond referendum if the foundation raises 10% of projected costs in donations. The council also approved several other items, including an interlocal agreement for a City-County Board of Health, appointments to that board, a $142,849 engineering contract for Well No. 8, and authorization to negotiate acquisition of DNRC property for a future Public Works facility. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2022-32 adopting Interlocal Agreement for City-County Board of Health (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Russell C. Nelson to City-County Board of Health Governing Body (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Russell C. Nelson to City-County Board of Health (unanimous)
• Adopted process for Belgrade appointments to City-County Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved support for Belgrade Aquatics Foundation and bond referendum if 10% raised (unanimous)
• Approved $142,849 engineering contract with Dowl, LLC for Well No. 8 (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiation to acquire 20-30 acres of DNRC property at not-to-exceed $65,000/acre (unanimous)
• Approved Improvements Agreement for Lot 27, North Business Park annexation (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will review the laptop policy and public library standards. The meeting includes a review of purchase orders, donations, and monthly programs.

• Update to Laptop Policy
• Review of Public Library Standards
• Review of Purchase Orders
• Overview of Monthly Programs
• Recognition of retiring board member Pamela Knowles

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved updates to the Laptop Policy and adopted a new iPad Policy to allow public checkout of iPads. The board also approved the April 26 meeting minutes and discussed library standards, donations, and programs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updates to Laptop Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted iPad Policy (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the Gallatin County Commission on preliminary plat approvals for three major subdivisions: Thorpe Commercial Center Phase 2, Bridger Shadows West, and Bridger Shadows East. The board will also decide whether to release the minutes from its March 28, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on Thorpe Commercial Center Phase 2 Major Subdivision preliminary plat
• Public hearing on Bridger Shadows West Major Subdivision preliminary plat
• Public hearing on Bridger Shadows East Major Subdivision preliminary plat
• Decision on releasing March 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board voted to recommend preliminary plat approval for three major subdivisions to the Gallatin County Commission: Thorpe Commercial Center Phase 2, Bridger Shadows West, and Bridger Shadows East. All recommendations passed, with one dissenting vote on Bridger Shadows West. The board also approved the release of the March 28, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved release of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended preliminary plat approval for Thorpe Commercial Center Phase 2 with amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended preliminary plat approval for Bridger Shadows West with amendments (6-1, Marum dissenting)
• Recommended preliminary plat approval for Bridger Shadows East with amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance 2022-9 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The council will also discuss several annexation requests, sidewalk variance requests, and the issuance of a $6 million Sewer System Revenue Bond Note.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-9 to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
• Issuance of Sewer System Revenue Bond Note (BAN) Series 2022D for $6,000,000
• Annexation service plans and resolutions for Tractor & Equip/Harnish Group Property and Osterman Property
• Preliminary Plat Approval of Jackrabbit Reserve PUD/Subdivision
• Sidewalk requirement variance requests for 807 Washington St and 705 Iowa St

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-9 allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in residential zones, with conditions including a 2-bedroom limit and one paved off-street parking space. The council also approved annexation service plans and resolutions for two properties (Harnish Group and Osterman), granted preliminary plat approval for the Jackrabbit Reserve PUD, declared Belgrade a First-Class City, and authorized a $6 million sewer revenue bond anticipation note. Two sidewalk variance requests were denied.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-9 allowing ADUs (unanimous)
• Approved Harnish Group annexation service plan and Resolution 2022-24 (unanimous)
• Approved Osterman annexation service plan and Resolution 2022-25 (unanimous)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for Jackrabbit Reserve PUD with conditions (unanimous)
• Declared Belgrade a First-Class City via Resolution 2022-27 (unanimous)
• Denied sidewalk variance for 807 Washington St (2-4)
• Denied sidewalk variance for 705 Iowa St (2-4)
• Approved $6M sewer revenue bond anticipation note via Resolution 2022-28 (unanimous)

City Council

This is a workshop meeting for the Belgrade City Council and staff to discuss possible changes to the City Fireworks Ordinance. No policy decisions or actions will be taken during this workshop. The regular business meeting follows at 7:00 PM, where public input is allowed.

• Discussion of possible changes to the City Fireworks Ordinance

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The board will review the Director's Report and hold discussions regarding a Splash Park donation stand and West Post Subdivision. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public forum.

• Discussion regarding Splash Park Donation Stand
• Discussion regarding Kent Merselis / West Post Subdivision
• Approval of April 13, 2021, meeting minutes

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board met on May 10, 2022, and approved the minutes from the April 12 meeting. The board heard a presentation from Kent Merselis and Troy Sherer about a proposed 10-acre park in the West Post Subdivision, which would include walking paths, a pond, and play areas. No formal decisions were made on the park proposal; it was presented for discussion and staff input.

• Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public forum, and public hearings. Key items include first reading of an ordinance to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), a resolution setting water/sewer rates for multi-family apartment buildings, a conditional use permit for building height, and preliminary plat approval for a minor subdivision/PUD. The council will also discuss authorizing a pre-construction services contract.

• Ordinance 2022-9 (first reading) to allow Accessory Dwelling Units, public hearing set for May 16, 2022
• Resolution 2022-23 to set Water/Sewer Rates for Multi-Family Apartment Buildings
• Conditional Use Permit for Building Height - Rimrock Hospitality
• Preliminary Plat Approval for GTM Minor Subdivision/PUD
• Discussion on authorizing City Manager to enter into a Contract for Pre-Construction Services

The Belgrade City Council approved a conditional use permit for a four-story, 57-foot hotel east of Stockman Bank, despite the 32-foot height limit, with conditions from the staff report and Planning Board. The council also approved a preliminary plat and PUD for the GTM Minor Subdivision, and authorized a pre-construction services contract with Martel Construction for the library project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved conditional use permit for 57-ft hotel (Rimrock Hospitality) (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat and PUD for GTM Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Authorized pre-construction services contract with Martel Construction for library project (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Ordinance 2022-9 first reading and Resolution 2022-23 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Board of Trustees will review a draft of the FY 2022/2023 budget presented by Charity Wilson. The board is also considering the adoption of a Patron Behavior Policy and updates to general policies.

• FY 2022/2023 Budget Draft Presentation
• Adoption of Patron Behavior Policy
• Update of General Policies
• Review of library overdue notices
• Review of purchase orders

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees met on April 26, 2022, and unanimously approved updates to the Patron Behavior Policy and revised wording on overdue and assumed lost notices. The board also approved the minutes from the March 22, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; trustee training was postponed to the May meeting.

• Adopted Patron Behavior Policy with suggested edits (unanimous)
• Changed wording on overdue and assumed lost notices (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2022 Library Board and Joint Library and Foundation Board meeting minutes (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hear public comment and make recommendations to the City Council on four items: a conditional use permit to exceed maximum building height in B-2 zones, preliminary plat approvals for the GTM Minor and Jackrabbit Reserve PUD/subdivisions, and a proposal to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in residential and commercial districts. The board will also receive a report on the 2021 'A Seat at the Table' community engagement outcomes.

• CUP request to exceed maximum building height in B-2 zones
• Preliminary Plat approval for GTM Minor PUD/Subdivision
• Preliminary Plat approval for Jackrabbit Reserve Major PUD/Subdivision
• Proposal to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in residential and commercial districts
• 2021 'A Seat at the Table' outcomes report by Tanya Andreasen

The Belgrade City/County Planning Board held public hearings and made recommendations to the Belgrade City Council. It unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a 4-story extended-stay hotel exceeding the B-2 height limit, and unanimously recommended preliminary plat approvals for two subdivisions. After a failed motion to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a conditional use with restrictions, the board passed a motion to recommend allowing ADUs in residential and commercial districts with a maximum of 2 bedrooms, by a 5-2 vote.

• Recommended approval of CUP for Rimrock Properties 4-story hotel exceeding B-2 height limit (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of GIM Minor PUD/Subdivision preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Jackrabbit Reserve Major PUD/Subdivision preliminary plat with added conditions (unanimous)
• Motion to recommend ADUs as conditional use with 1-bedroom max and 600-800 sq ft limit failed 4-3
• Motion to recommend ADUs in residential/commercial districts with 2-bedroom max passed 5-2

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider several resolutions on the consent agenda, including ballot language for a charter amendment, intent to annex two properties with public hearings set for May 16, and adoption of the official zoning map. The council will also discuss accessory dwelling units, a $1,000 contribution to a planning presentation, a letter of support for the acting fire chief, and a memorandum of understanding with Bird Scooters. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Resolution 2022-20: Ballot question for Charter Amendment November 2022
• Resolution 2022-21: Intent to annex Lot B of COS 2614 (Tractor & Equipment Co. and Harnish Group property), public hearing May 16
• Resolution 2022-22: Intent to annex Tract 2A of COS 78A (Osterman property), public hearing May 16
• Adoption of official Zoning Map for Belgrade
• Authorize $1,000 contribution to Future West-Strong Towns Planning Presentation; consider MOU with Bird Scooters

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a full-day retreat featuring presentations from city executive staff. The agenda includes discussions on smart growth, technology plans, and budget and compensation.

• Smart Growth discussion
• Technology Plan review
• Council Conduct & Meetings discussion
• Budget & Compensation review
• Staffing, training, and equipment discussion

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to approve the March minutes, hear public comments, and receive the Director's Report. The main discussion items include a park board applicant and park-related matters for Ashton Meadows, Jackrabbit Subdivisions, and Yellow Iron/Jackrabbit Reserve.

• Approve minutes from March 2022 Park Board Meeting
• Public forum for comments on park matters
• Discussion: Nick Bates, Park Board applicant
• Discussion: Mike Devries / Ashton Meadows
• Discussion: Brett Meegard / Jackrabbit Subdivisions and Josh Smith / Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Reserve

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board recommended approval of the South Park dedication for Ashton Meadows Subdivision, contingent on completing North Park improvements before further final plats. The board also recommended the Jackrabbit Reserve park plan to City Council, contingent on maintenance issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of South Park dedication for Ashton Meadows (all in favor)
• Conditioned further final plats on completion of North Park improvements
• Recommended Jackrabbit Reserve park plan to City Council contingent on maintenance (all in favor)
• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances and resolutions, including amending speed regulations, adopting zoning for JLD Development Tracts 3 and 4, annexing JLD Development Tracts 2-5, approving the Ashton Meadows Subdivision preliminary plat, and selling obsolete city property. They will also discuss a park use agreement with Belgrade Baseball and a revised mail ballot election date for a charter amendment on council pay. The meeting includes public comment periods and consent agenda items for February warrants and March pledged securities.

• Ordinance 2022-8 (second reading) amending speed regulations
• Ordinance 2022-6 (second reading) adopting zoning for JLD Development Tracts 3&4
• Resolution 2022-18 annexing JLD Development Tracts 2-5
• Preliminary plat approval for Ashton Meadows Subdivision
• Ordinance 2022-7 (second reading) sale/disposal of obsolete city property

The Belgrade City Council approved the preliminary plat for the Ashton Meadows subdivision, a multi-year development with 693 lots including townhouses, condos, and single-family homes. The council also approved two variances related to streamside setbacks and block length, and adopted ordinances for zoning changes, annexation, and disposal of obsolete city property. The speed regulation ordinance was withdrawn for further staff review.

• Approved preliminary plat for Ashton Meadows Subdivision (693 lots) with conditions (unanimous)
• Granted variance for streamside setback on area ditch (unanimous)
• Granted variance for block length over 1,300 feet (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-6 rezoning JLD Development Tracts 3 & 4 from R-3 to R-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted Annexation Service Plan for JLD Development Tracts 2-5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-18 annexing JLD Development Tracts 2-5 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-7 for sale/disposal of obsolete city property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 moving charter amendment election to November 8, 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

This is a joint roundtable of elected officials from Belgrade, Bozeman, and Gallatin County to coordinate on regional planning topics. They will hear a briefing on the 3% local option marijuana sales tax, receive updates on housing and infrastructure planning, and share updates from each jurisdiction. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no formal decisions scheduled.

• 3% local option marijuana sales tax overview and discussion
• Housing updates: Seat at the Table, Housing Solutions Team, Gallatin County Rest Home Development
• Infrastructure planning: Greater Triangle Plan, Triangle Trails Plan, MPO development, Regional Water and Sewer Study
• Updates from Belgrade, Bozeman, and Gallatin County
• Public comment periods

The meeting was an informational roundtable among elected officials from Belgrade, Bozeman, and Gallatin County. No formal votes or decisions were made. Key updates included the county commission passing resolutions to place a 3% local option marijuana sales tax on the June ballot, and ongoing discussions about housing and infrastructure planning.

• County commission passed resolutions to place 3% local option marijuana sales tax on June ballot
• County commission passed resolution of intent for C-PACE district
• Gallatin County selected HDRC as consultant for Rest Home workforce housing project first phase
• County issued RFP for regional water and sewer feasibility study, one bidder responded

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a guest house in the East Gallatin Zoning District, and discuss pre-applications for two subdivisions. A preliminary plat for Jackrabbit Reserve Major PUD/Subdivision has been tabled to April 25 at the applicant's request. The board will also discuss Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs).

• Public hearing on CUP for guest house in East Gallatin Zoning District
• Discussion of Yellow Iron Subdivision Pre-Application
• Discussion of Jackrabbit Crossing Subdivision Pre-Application
• Discussion on Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Jackrabbit Reserve Major PUD/Subdivision tabled to April 25

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Foundation and Library Boards are meeting to review updates on the new library from 45 Architecture and a patron survey. The meeting includes reports from the BCL Foundation and the Belgrade City Manager.

• New Library Update: 45 Architecture
• New Library Patron Survey
• BCL Foundation 'Give Big' report
• City Update from City Manager Neil Cardwell

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will review library budgets, technology contracts, and purchase orders. The meeting includes discussions on adopting a patron behavior policy and updating library notices.

• Trustee Education: Library Budgets
• Adoption of Patron Behavior Policy
• Update to General Policies
• Review of Technology Contract Update
• Approval of Purchase Orders and Expenditure & Revenue Reports

City Manager Neil Cardwell informed the Library Board that, per the City Charter, the Board does not have authority to approve contracts or purchase orders, and that these must go through the City. He said the Board's role is to recommend the budget and set policies, while the Director reports to him. The Board postponed trustee training and tabled the patron behavior policy and overdue notices until April. It unanimously approved the consent agenda and the March 1 meeting minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (purchase orders, expenditure/revenue reports, donations) unanimously
• Approved March 1, 2022 board meeting minutes unanimously
• Postponed trustee training due to time constraints
• Tabled patron behavior policy and general policy updates until April meeting
• Tabled library overdue notices until April meeting
• Adjourned at 6:59 p.m. unanimously

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposed excessive noise ordinance (second reading) and to discuss several first-reading ordinances, including rezoning the JLD Minor Subdivision, updating rules for selling obsolete city property, and amending school speed zones. They will also consider an interlocal agreement with the County Board of Health, a fuel tax allocation request, a board appointment, and a letter of support for a RAISE grant. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss litigation strategy and the city manager's performance evaluation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-5 (second reading) prohibiting excessive noise
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-6 to zone JLD Minor Subdivision Tracts 3 & 4, public hearing set for April 5, 2022
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-7 on sale/disposal of obsolete city property, public hearing April 5, 2022
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-8 to amend school speed zones, public hearing April 5, 2022
• Resolution 2022-17 requesting Bridge and Road Safety (BaRSAA) Fuel Tax Allocation

The Belgrade City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2022-5 prohibiting excessive noise, and approved first readings of ordinances to rezone JLD Minor Subdivision tracts from R-3 to R-4, streamline disposal of obsolete city property, and amend school speed zones (the latter passed 4-2). The council also approved an interlocal agreement for a City-County Health Board, a fuel tax allocation request, a letter of support for a RAISE grant, and extended City Manager Cardwell's contract by six months.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-5 prohibiting excessive noise (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-6 to rezone JLD tracts 3 & 4 from R-3 to R-4 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-7 for disposal of obsolete city property (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-8 amending school speed zones to 20 mph (4-2)
• Approved interlocal agreement for City-County Health Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-17 requesting BaRSAA fuel tax allocation (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for MDT RAISE grant application (unanimous)
• Extended City Manager Cardwell's contract by 6 months (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive the director's report. Key discussion items include a long-term lease recommendation for Belgrade Baseball to the City Council, a matter involving Mike DeVries and Ashton Meadows, and park board procedures.

• Discussion of Belgrade Baseball long-term lease recommendation to Council
• Discussion of Mike DeVries / Ashton Meadows
• Discussion of Park Board Procedures
• Public forum for comments on park and recreation matters

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board voted unanimously to recommend Belgrade Baseball's long-term lease for Lion's Park to the City Council, pending review by the city attorney. The board also approved a new procedure for future board applicants, requiring an interview and recommendation to the council. No final decisions were made on the Ashton Meadows park proposal, which was discussed and deferred for further consideration.

• Recommended Belgrade Baseball long-term lease to City Council pending attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved new applicant process: apply, interview before Park Board, recommend to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing to continue consideration of Ordinance 2022-2 (second reading) for zoning the Jackrabbit Crossing property, and will consider adopting an annexation service plan and Resolution 2022-12 to annex the property. The council will also discuss several items, including reducing a financial guaranty for Story Creek Subdivision Phase 3, updating fire service line pipe material standards, a sewer/water pipeline access easement agreement for Bridger Heights Apartments, a first reading of an ordinance prohibiting excessive noise, accepting library foundation contributions, and authorizing a $5.6M sewer bond. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public forum for comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-2 (second reading) for Jackrabbit Crossing zoning
• Consider Resolution 2022-12 adopting annexation of Jackrabbit Crossing Property
• Consider reducing financial guaranty for Story Creek Subdivision Phase 3
• Consider Resolution 2022-14 for $5.6M Sewer Bond RD Series 2022C
• Consider Ordinance 2022-5 (first reading) prohibiting excessive noise

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-2 on second reading to adopt the Jackrabbit Crossing zoning as proposed, with added Public Lands and Institutions (PLI) zoning. It also approved the Annexation Service Plan and Resolution 2022-12 to annex the property into city limits. Other actions included reducing a financial guaranty for Story Creek, approving a sewer bond, and accepting library foundation donations.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-2 adopting Jackrabbit Crossing zoning with PLI addition (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Service Plan for Jackrabbit Crossing, amended to reference Central Valley Fire District Chief (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 annexing Jackrabbit Crossing Property (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Story Creek financial guaranty to $19,982.04 letter of credit (unanimous)
• Approved Standards Update for Fire Service Lines, Policy P-002 (unanimous)
• Approved sewer/water pipeline access easement for Bridger Heights Apartments (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-5 on first reading, prohibiting excessive noise, public hearing set for March 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 accepting Library Foundation donations for new library and community center (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will hold a first discussion regarding a new library name and a first reading of the Patron Behavior Policy. The meeting includes reviews of an emergency response plan and new public library standards.

• First reading of Patron Behavior Policy
• First discussion on New Library Name
• Presentation of Social Media Plan by Jon Engel
• Review of Emergency Response Plan
• Approval of purchase orders and expenditure/revenue reports

The Belgrade Library Board of Trustees met on March 1, 2022, and unanimously approved the consent agenda (including purchase orders, expenditure/revenue reports, and donations) and the January 25 meeting minutes. The board also reviewed the Patron Behavior Policy (first reading), tabled the Emergency Response Plan until April, and discussed the new library name, which the City Council will decide. The library became fine-free starting March 1, and temporary hours were reduced to 32 per week due to staffing changes.

• Approved consent agenda (purchase orders, expenditure/revenue reports, donations) unanimously
• Approved January 25, 2022 board meeting minutes unanimously
• Tabled Emergency Response Plan review until April meeting
• Reviewed Patron Behavior Policy (first reading, no action)
• Discussed new library name; City Council to make final decision
• Noted library became fine-free effective March 1, 2022
• Acknowledged temporary hours reduced to 32/week (from 42) as of February 24

City/County Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Belgrade city zoning map for JLD Development, LLC. The board will also decide whether to release the minutes from the January 4, 2022, meeting.

• Public hearing and recommendation for JLD Development, LLC zoning map amendment
• Decision to release January 4, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Belgrade City Council holds a public hearing and votes on several land-use items: continuing preliminary plat approval for Meadowlark Ranch PUD/Subdivision Phases 5 and 6, adopting annexations and zoning for the Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing properties, and final adoption of a marijuana overlay district and use code. The council also discusses renaming a city park at 701 Westwood Circle, board appointments, and bank account signer updates.

• Continue preliminary plat approval for Meadowlark Ranch PUD/Subdivision Phases 5 and 6 (continued from Jan 18, 2022)
• Ordinance 2022-1 (2nd reading): zoning for Yellow Iron Property
• Resolution 2022-11: annexation of Yellow Iron Property
• Ordinance 2022-3 (2nd reading): final adoption of Marijuana Overlay District
• Consider renaming city park at 701 Westwood Circle

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved the preliminary plat for Meadowlark Ranch Subdivision phases 5 and 6, including a reduced number of lots, standard street widths, and a parks plan with cash-in-lieu. The council also approved zoning, annexation, and service plan for the Yellow Iron Property, and adopted marijuana overlay and use ordinances. Public hearings for the Jackrabbit Crossing property were continued to March 7, 2022.

• Approved Meadowlark Ranch preliminary plat phases 5 and 6 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-1 zoning Yellow Iron Property as B2 and R4 (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Service Plan for Yellow Iron Property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-11 annexing Yellow Iron Property (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Jackrabbit Crossing zoning to March 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Jackrabbit Crossing service plan to March 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Jackrabbit Crossing annexation to March 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-3 adopting Marijuana Overlay District (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board voted unanimously to recommend a 2.5-acre park dedication for Meadowlark Ranch Phases 5 & 6, with the remaining cash-in-lieu to be used for park development by the developer. The board also voted to recommend renaming Prescott Park to Mayfair Meadow Park. No public comments were offered during the forum.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended 2.5-acre park dedication for Meadowlark Phases 5 & 6 with cash-in-lieu for development (unanimous)
• Recommended renaming Prescott Park to Mayfair Meadow Park (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a kennel/dog training business and a resolution adopting the West Post Plan. The council will also discuss and take first readings on several ordinances, including zoning changes for the Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing properties, a marijuana overlay district, and amendments to city code regarding marijuana use. Additionally, they will consider resolutions on annexation, alternative project delivery for the library, and a mail ballot election for a charter amendment on council pay.

• Conditional Use Permit for Kennel/Dog Training Business – Training with Play, LLC
• Resolution 2022-7 to adopt West Post Plan as amendment to Belgrade Growth Policy
• Ordinance 2022-1 (first reading) zone map amendment for Yellow Iron Property
• Ordinance 2022-2 (first reading) zone map amendment for Jackrabbit Crossing Property
• Ordinance 2022-3 (first reading) Marijuana Overlay District

The Belgrade City Council unanimously approved first readings of two ordinances creating a Marijuana Overlay District and regulating public marijuana use, with public hearings set for February 22, 2022. The council also unanimously approved first readings of zone map amendments for the Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing properties, and authorized a mail ballot election for June 7, 2022, on modifying council and mayor salaries.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Training with Play, LLC dog kennel (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-7, West Post Plan as Growth Policy amendment (unanimous)
• Approved revised sanitary sewer force main DNRC easement application (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-1 first reading, Yellow Iron property zoning; hearing Feb 22 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-2 first reading, Jackrabbit Crossing zoning; hearing Feb 22 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-8, intent to annex JLD Minor Subdivision Tracts 2-5; hearing Mar 21 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-3 first reading, Marijuana Overlay District; hearing Feb 22 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-4 first reading, regulating public marijuana use; hearing Feb 22 (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several items, including zoning map amendments for Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing, a conditional use permit for dog training and kenneling, a preliminary plat for the Ruh-Kirk subdivision, and a proposed marijuana ordinance. These recommendations will go to the Belgrade City Council or Gallatin County Commission for final decisions.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Yellow Iron
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Jackrabbit Crossing
• Conditional use permit for Training with Play, LLC for dog training and kenneling in M-1 district
• Preliminary plat approval for Ruh-Kirk minor subdivision
• Public hearing on marijuana ordinance for Belgrade Zoning District

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board held public hearings and voted to recommend zoning map amendments for the Yellow Iron and Jackrabbit Crossing properties, despite significant public opposition to density. The board also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a dog training/kenneling business and a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision, and endorsed a marijuana ordinance for the Belgrade Zoning District.

• Recommended zoning map amendment for Yellow Iron (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning map amendment for Jackrabbit Crossing (5-1, Kent dissenting)
• Recommended conditional use permit for Training with Play, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended preliminary plat approval for Ruh-Kirk subdivision (unanimous, with condition #13 struck)
• Recommended marijuana ordinance for Belgrade Zoning District (unanimous, with requested changes)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Board of Trustees will review an updated strategic plan and a library design survey. The board will also discuss the possibility of becoming fine-free and review budget education.

• Updated Strategic Plan
• Library Design Survey
• Fine Free Discussion
• Approval of Purchase Orders
• Renewed Certification: Library Director

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees approved the 2022 Strategic Plan unanimously and voted 3-2 to adopt a fine-free policy, eliminating overdue fines while retaining fees for lost or damaged items. The board also approved the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved 2022 Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted fine-free policy (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 16, 2021 Joint Board Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 4, 2022 Board Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting, hear public comments, and receive a director's report. The main discussion items are Belgrade Baseball and the Pump Track. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no specific proposals or decisions detailed.

• Approve minutes from December 14, 2021 meeting
• Public forum for comments on parks and recreation matters
• Discussion of Belgrade Baseball
• Discussion of Pump Track

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board approved the December 2021 meeting minutes. They heard an update on the pump track project, including funding sources and a donation goal of $100K-$150K, and discussed the ongoing public input period for renaming Prescott Park, which is open until January 31, 2022.

• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees will review trustee education regarding succession planning and new board orientation. New business includes discussions on hiring trends and the compensation process led by Sherry Brown. The agenda also includes a discussion on fine fees scheduled for the January 25 meeting.

• Discussion on hiring trends
• Discussion on compensation process
• Fine free discussion set for 01.25.22
• Approval of purchase orders
• Review of expenditure and revenue reports

The Belgrade Library Board of Trustees met on January 4, 2022, and heard presentations from Sherry Brown on hiring trends and compensation processes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational, with discussion items scheduled for future meetings.

• Heard hiring trends presentation from Sherry Brown
• Heard compensation process presentation from Sherry Brown
• Scheduled fine-free discussion for 01.25.22 board meeting
• Consent agenda items listed for approval (no vote recorded)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will consider releasing minutes from two prior meetings, then hold public hearings and make recommendations on the West Post Development Plan as a Growth Policy amendment, a preliminary plat for The Silo's first minor subdivision, and preliminary plats for Meadowlark Ranch Phases 5 & 6. These items will be forwarded to the Belgrade City Council and/or Gallatin County Commission for final decisions.

• Public hearing on West Post Development Plan as amendment to Belgrade Growth Policy
• Public meeting on Preliminary Plat for The Silo's first minor subdivision
• Public hearing on Preliminary Plat for Meadowlark Ranch Phases 5 & 6 major subdivision/PUD
• Release of minutes from October 25, 2021 and November 29, 2021 meetings

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board held public hearings and made recommendations on four items. It recommended approval of a zone change for Lance and Melissa Sorenson from B-2 to M-1 (5-1), denied a zone change for Liberty and Andrea Brown from R-2M to R-4 (unanimous), recommended approval of the Yellowstone Airport Plaza minor subdivision (unanimous), and recommended approval of a text amendment for building heights in R-4 zones (unanimous). The board also recommended adoption of the Yellow Iron Plan as a Growth Policy amendment (unanimous). Discussion on a recreational marijuana ordinance was held with no action.

• Recommended approval of Sorenson zone change B-2 to M-1 (5-1)
• Denied Brown zone change R-2M to R-4 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Yellowstone Airport Plaza subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of R-4 building height text amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Yellow Iron Plan as Growth Policy amendment (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $6.35 million sewer system revenue bond resolution, a request to reduce a financial guaranty for Bridger Heights, and appointments to boards and the deputy mayor position. The meeting also includes a public forum and an executive session on potential legal issues.

• Consider Resolution 2022-1 for $6.35M Sewer System Revenue Bonds
• Request for Reduction of Financial Guaranty – Bridger Heights Phases 1-3
• Re-appointment of Planning Board Members
• Application for Right-of-Way Easement for Utilities on State-Owned Land
• Appoint Deputy Mayor for Calendar Year 2022

The Belgrade City Council approved a $6.35 million sewer system revenue bond issuance (Resolution 2022-1) to fund the wastewater treatment facility upgrade. They also reduced a financial guaranty for Bridger Heights subdivision, reappointed planning board members, approved a utility easement, and made annual appointments including Deputy Mayor and advisory board seats. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 authorizing $6.35M Sewer System Revenue Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Bridger Heights financial guaranty, replacing letters of credit with new $269,099.80 letter (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sandy Lee, Elizabeth Marum, John Youngberg to City-County Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way easement application for sewer force main for Ashton Meadows and Four Graces subdivisions (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Meis as Deputy Mayor for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 advisory board and committee appointments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for pledged securities December 2021 (unanimous)