Belgrade public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will discuss a second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-9 to amend the Belgrade Zoning Ordinance. The council will also consider updating building valuation data used for permit fees and the formation of the Gallatin Valley MPO District.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-9 amending the Belgrade Zoning Ordinance
• Resolution No. 2023-30 updating building valuation data for permit fees
• Formation of the Gallatin Valley MPO District
• Library Annual Report presentation

Senior Center Advisory Board

The board will meet to discuss goals for 2024 and continue a discussion regarding bylaws and policy. The meeting also includes a report from the Center Manager and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of goals for 2024
• Continued bylaw and policy discussion
• Approval of October 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Center Manager report

Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District

The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will discuss city growth and options for capital funding. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Mayfair Meadows design process and appointing representatives to a Park Master Plan Charrette.

• Discussion of capital funding options
• Discussion of Mayfair Meadows design process
• Consideration of appointing representatives to Park Master Plan Charrette
• Approval of November 2, 2023, meeting minutes draft

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will review the Director's report, budget report, and donation totals. The meeting includes a city update and information regarding upcoming volunteer and foundation meetings.

• Library Director's Report
• Budget Report 11.14.23
• Total Donations report
• Annual Report 2023 Infograph
• Programming Report

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing and consider amending the FY2024 budget to increase funding for audit and advisory services. They will also discuss strategic initiatives and the community master plan kickoff. The consent agenda includes the first reading of Ordinance 2023-9, which amends the updated Belgrade zoning regulations.

• First reading of Ord. No. 2023-9 amending Belgrade zoning regulations
• Public hearing on FY2024 budget amendment to increase audit and advisory services allocation
• Resolution 2024-28 for budget amendment
• Discussion of city strategic initiatives
• Discussion of community master plan kickoff

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request from Jackpot Casino for an electronic message center. The board will also discuss staff-recommended amendments to the Belgrade City Zoning Ordinance.

• Variance request from Jackpot Casino at 6455 Jackrabbit Ln for an electronic message center
• Discussion of staff-recommended amendments to the Belgrade City Zoning Ordinance

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing and consider preliminary approval of the Whisper Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD). They will also discuss a loan resolution for affordable housing refurbishment, an improvements agreement and final plat for West Post Subdivision Phase 4, and approve 2024 calendars and board appointments.

• Public hearing on preliminary approval of Whisper Creek PUD
• Resolution No. 2023-29 approving HRDC loan to refurbish Colorado Apartments for affordable housing
• Updated improvements agreement and financial guaranty for West Post Subdivision Phase 4
• Final plat approval for West Post Phase 4
• 2024 meeting and payroll calendars; annual board and committee appointments

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will discuss and consider a letter of commitment for ARPA Water & Sewer Competitive Grant funding for the Lagoon Rehabilitation Project. They will also consider authorizing the city manager to enter into contracts for audit services and non-audit advisory services. The meeting includes a consent agenda, public forum, and reports from the mayor, city attorney, and city manager.

• ARPA Water & Sewer Competitive Grant - Lagoon Rehabilitation Project funding letter of commitment
• Authorize city manager to enter into contract for audit services
• Authorize city manager to enter into contract for non-audit advisory services
• Consent agenda: approval of council minutes from 10-16-2023

Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District

The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District will discuss a list of existing parks and board members' areas of expertise.

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider the Whisper Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD). The board will also review and consider the approval of meeting minutes from several dates in 2023.

• Public Hearing: Whisper Creek Zoning PUD

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board and BCL Foundation Board will meet to review the library budget and receive updates on new library construction. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Kanopy database and reports from the Library Director and BCL Foundation.

• Review of Library Budget
• Kanopy Database Presentation
• New Library Construction Update
• Capital Campaign/Moving Forward discussion
• Library Director's Report

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates to the Library Services Policy, including a draft temporary display policy, and to review draft forms for requesting reconsideration of materials and programs. The board will also hear about the Broad Valleys Retreat and approve minutes from the September 26 meeting.

• Draft update to Library Services Policy
• Draft temporary display policy
• Draft Request for Reconsideration - Materials form
• Draft Request for Reconsideration - Programs form
• Broad Valleys Retreat discussion

Parking Appeal Board

The Belgrade Parking Review Board is meeting to consider an appeal filed by Mitchell regarding a parking citation. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with the appeal and citation details provided as a PDF document.

• Consider appeal by Mitchell regarding a parking citation

Senior Center Advisory Board

The Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board is meeting to discuss policies, review the center manager's report, and consider approval of the August 2023 minutes. The agenda includes a public forum and is open to in-person or online attendance.

• Approval of August 2023 meeting minutes
• Policy discussion (details in attached PDF)
• Center Manager Report (details in attached PDF)

Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District

The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board will consider Resolution 23-03 to amend district bylaws. The board will also discuss the integration of a new library into Lewis and Clark Park.

• Consideration of Resolution 23-03 amending the Parks, Trails and Recreation District Bylaws
• Discussion regarding new library integration into Lewis and Clark Park
• Approval of Parks Board meeting minutes from August 21, 2023, and September 7, 2023

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially update the Library Services Policy and a possible Display Policy, including draft policies and reconsideration forms. They will also consider updates to the WiFi hotspot policy and agreement, approve minutes, elect officers, and set the 2024 meeting schedule. Public comment is invited.

• Discussion of draft Library Services Policy update and draft Temporary Display Policy
• Review of draft Request for Reconsideration forms for materials and programs
• Update to WiFi Hotspot Policy and User Agreement
• Election of officers
• Draft 2024 Library Advisory Board meeting schedule

Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District

The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails and Recreation District Board will discuss the approval of the FY2024 budget and bylaws via Resolution 23-02. The meeting also includes discussions regarding potential capital improvements and possible changes to district bylaws.

• Public hearing for District Resolution 23-02 approving FY2024 Budget and Bylaws
• Introduction of new Parks, Trails and Recreation District Director
• Discussion of potential capital improvements
• Discussion of possible changes to Regional Parks, Trails and Recreation Bylaws

The Board approved the FY2024 budget, bylaws, and special assessments. It also authorized up to $100,000 for Cushing Terrel to proceed with the Master Parks Plan and requested a change to meeting start times.

• Approved Resolution 23-02 for FY2024 Budget, Bylaws, and Special Assessments (6-0)
• Approved Cushing Terrel to proceed with Master Plan up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Requested City Council and County Commission to change meeting start time to 6:30 pm (unanimous)
• Appointed Steve Klotz as Director of Parks, Trails, and Recreation

City Council

The City Council approved the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 and authorized the purchase of a property on N. Kennedy Street. The council also canceled uncontested elections for several council wards and approved a medical levy increase.

• Approved Resolution 2023-23 adopting the FY2024 Final Budget and mill levy (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 to increase spending authority for the FY2023 final budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 to budget $183,000 in additional property tax revenue for FY2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-21 allowing the City Manager to set Municipal Court salaries for FY24 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-24 increasing the permissive medical levy from 7.93 to 15.57 mills (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 115 N. Kennedy Street for $668,660 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-22 canceling uncontested elections for Council Wards 1, 2, and 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes from 7-11-23, 7-17-23, 7-24-23, and 8-7-23 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a draft display policy, a materials mailing services policy and form, and to review year-end library statistics. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and reports.

• Draft display policy or statement for library materials
• Materials mailing services policy and form
• Year-end library statistics for 2022-2023
• Public comments from five individuals
• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the Materials Mailing Services Policy with staff edits. The board deferred a decision on a new library display policy to allow for further research and staff revisions.

• Approved Materials Mailing Services Policy (unanimous)
• Approved 07.25.23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on draft Display Policy for further research and staff edits

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a sign permit variance request for Ashton Meadows. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from October 24, 2022, and November 28, 2022.

• Public hearing for Ashton Meadows monument sign variance request
• Approval of October 24, 2022, Planning Board meeting minutes
• Approval of November 28, 2022, Planning Board meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved a variance for a monument sign at Ashton Meadows that exceeded the city's square-footage limit. The board also approved meeting minutes from late 2022.

• Approved Ashton Meadows monument sign variance (All in favor)
• Approved October 24, 2022, and November 28, 2022, meeting minutes (All in favor)

Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District

The Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District will discuss the introduction of directors and city staff. The meeting includes a discussion and consideration of Resolution 23-01, which covers the budget, public hearing, bylaws, and special assessment.

• Discussion and consideration of Resolution 23-01 (Budget, Public Hearing, Bylaws, and Special Assessment)

The Board approved Resolution 23-01, which adopts the FY24 budget, sets the special assessment, and provisionally adopts the Board's bylaws. A public hearing for the final budget is scheduled for September 7. The Board also established term lengths for its members.

• Approved Resolution 23-01 regarding FY24 budget, special assessment, and bylaws (6-0)
• Set Emily Decker and Jamie Rosemary to 1-year terms
• Set Joe Bernhardt and Alex Cady to 2-year terms
• Set Clint Steadman and Diana Perry to 3-year terms through July 1

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will discuss and consider several items, including a presentation on the Gallatin DDAMP, an interlocal agreement with Central Valley Fire District, a contract amendment for the Water Reclamation Facility Lagoon Rehabilitation Project, an update on the FY24 budget with a public hearing date, mayor appointments to advisory boards, and a resolution to create a Park, Trails and Recreation District. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.

• Resolution 2023-19 to create Belgrade Park, Trails and Recreation District, approve directors and bylaws
• Interlocal agreement between City of Belgrade and Central Valley Fire District
• Amendment No. 1 to professional services agreement with AE2S for Work Order 22-04 (Water Reclamation Facility Lagoon Rehabilitation)
• FY24 operating budget update and setting public hearing for September 5, 2023
• Mayor appointments to various advisory boards

The City Council approved the creation of the Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District and ratified its board and bylaws. The Council also authorized a $21,000 contract for water reclamation facility cost-cutting and accepted the preliminary FY24 operating budget.

• Approved Resolution 2023-19 creating the Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District (5-0)
• Approved $21,000 Amendment No. 1 with AE2S for Water Reclamation Facility Lagoon Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Accepted preliminary FY 23-24 Operating Budget and set public hearing for September 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized partnership with Gallatin Drought Deluge Adaptive Management Plan (DDAMP) (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Central Valley Fire District for transitional services (unanimous)
• Adopted Mayor's appointments to Senior Center, Library, Board of Adjustment, and Parks boards (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Mattimoe to the Parks and Trails Board (unanimous)
• Approved July 3, 2023 council minute draft (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to discuss and consider Resolution 2023-20, which would approve the FY24 Parks & Recreation budget. The agenda includes a public forum for comments on non-agenda items and a specific opportunity for comments on the budget item.

• Resolution 2023-20 approving the FY24 Parks & Recreation budget

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2023-20 to ratify the Fiscal Year 2024 Parks, Trails, & Recreation District Budget. This action allows the budget to be taken to the County Commission for signing.

• Approved Resolution 2023-20 approving the FY24 Parks, Trails, & Recreation District Budget (5-0)

Senior Center Advisory Board

The Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially revise its by-laws, and to receive the Center Manager's report. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period.

• Review of by-laws and articles
• Center Manager report
• Approval of June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public forum for comments

The Senior Center Advisory Board approved the previous meeting minutes and established a committee to review the bylaws of the former Friendship Club. The board discussed the need for specific administrative codes for the center.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved formation of a committee to review original Friendship Club bylaws

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance updating the administrative code, and discuss purchasing five Chevy Tahoe police vehicles, a water main installation on Liscom Avenue, and a master plan rewrite contract. The consent agenda includes reducing the financial guaranty for Bridger Height Subdivision phases 1-4.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-4 updating Article II of the Administrative Code
• Purchase of five Chevy Tahoe police vehicles from Defender Supply
• Water main installation on Liscom Avenue from Abby Street to Yellow Iron Subdivision, crossing Jackrabbit Lane
• Master agreement with Cushing Terrell for rewriting master planning documents
• Reduction of financial guaranty for Bridger Height Subdivision phases 1-4

The Council authorized the purchase of five police SUVs and a master agreement with Cushing Terrell to rewrite city planning documents. They also approved water infrastructure improvements on Liscom Avenue and updated the Administrative Code regarding the Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation Board.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-8 updating Administrative Code for Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of five Chevy Tahoe police vehicles for $655,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Yellow Iron LP, LLC for water infrastructure on Liscom Avenue up to $858,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized Master Agreement with Cushing Terrell for rewrite of City Master Planning Documents (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including reduction of financial guaranty for Bridger Heights Subdivision, Phases 1-4 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine administrative items, including an educational review of the board's job description, a draft library purpose statement, and reviews of organizational structure and staff development policies. The board will also receive the director's report and library updates, and hear a verbal city update. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Educational review of Library Advisory Board job description
• Draft Library Purpose Statement
• Routine review of Organizational Structure Policy
• Staff Development Policy
• Director's report and library updates, including donations and grants

The board approved the Staff Development Policy with edits and approved the June 27, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed a draft Library Purpose Statement and the organizational structure policy. The board did not take action on the display policy, which is scheduled for the August meeting.

• Approved Staff Development Policy with suggested edits (unanimous)
• Approved 06.27.23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Social Media Platforms trustee education
• Moved Organizational Structure Policy under city manager's purview

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider three related items for the West Post Subdivision: developer compliance with conditions 54-60 regarding the Spain Ferris Ditch Lateral, approval of an improvements agreement and financial guaranty for Phase 2, and final plat approval for Phase 2. These are discussion and decision items, not final votes unless stated.

• Discuss developer compliance with conditions 54-60 of the West Post Subdivision findings regarding the Spain Ferris Ditch Lateral
• Consider approval of an improvements agreement and financial guaranty for West Post Subdivision Phase 2
• Consider final plat approval for West Post Subdivision Phase 2
• Public forum for comments on non-agenda items

The City Council approved the final plat and an improvements agreement for West Post Subdivision Phase 2. The Council also determined that the developer complied with specific conditions regarding the Spain Ferris Ditch, which was deemed a private lateral.

• Determined West Post Subdivision complied with Conditions No. 54-60 and that the Spain Ferris Ditch is a private lateral (4-2)
• Approved Improvements Agreements for West Post Major Subdivision Phase 2 with Letters of Credit of at least $2,814,288.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved final plat for West Post Major Subdivision Phase 2 (4-2)
• Excused Mayor Russell Nelson (Unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including final plat approval for the Jackrabbit Reserve subdivision, annexation of a parcel on Frank Road, and adoption of a major zone code update. They will also discuss establishing a parks board, updating the administrative code, and a water main installation project. The meeting is open to the public.

• Final plat approval for Jackrabbit Reserve Major Subdivision
• Annexation of Parcel 1A of COS No. 78A on Frank Road (Osterman/Outlaw Land Development)
• Ordinance 2023-7 to update the Belgrade Zone Code and Zone Map
• Resolution 2023-17 establishing a Parks, Trails and Recreation District Board
• Capital project request for water main installation between West Post and Jackrabbit Crossing subdivisions

The City Council approved a new zoning code and map to comply with state densification laws. The council also authorized several infrastructure agreements and annexed a parcel on Frank Road.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-7 updating the Belgrade Zone Code and Map (Unanimous)
• Approved Annexation Agreement and Resolution No. 2023-18 for Parcel 1A on Frank Road (Unanimous)
• Granted final plat approval for Jackrabbit Reserve Major Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-17 establishing a Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Board (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-8 to update Administrative Code (Unanimous)
• Authorized $423,345.00 professional services agreement with DOWL for Test Wells project (Unanimous)
• Authorized water infrastructure agreement with Jackrabbit Crossing LP, LLC up to $1,350,000.00 (Unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to discuss two main items: an update on the splash park QR code and the structure of a potential parks, trails, and recreation district. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Discuss Splash Park QR Code Update
• Discuss Parks, Trails, And Recreation District Structure
• Approval of June 13, 2023 Park Board Minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. City Manager Cardwell presented updates on the Interlocal Agreement for the Belgrade Parks, Trails, and Recreation District, including board composition and financial approval thresholds. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 13th, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing on increasing the street maintenance assessment, then discuss and consider several items including the purchase of 109 N Kennedy, approval of the FY2024 preliminary operating budget, first reading of a zoning code update ordinance, a review of the Swagit system, and formation of a regional water/wastewater committee. The consent agenda includes releasing the improvements agreement for Story Creek Subdivision and approving minutes.

• Public hearing on street maintenance assessment increase (RES 2023-)
• Purchase of 109 N Kennedy (with buy-sell and rental agreement, appraisals)
• Approval of FY2024 preliminary operating budget
• First reading of Ord. No. 2023-7 updating Belgrade zoning regulations
• Formation of regional water/wastewater committee

The Council approved a 14% annual increase in street maintenance assessments for three years. Other key actions included the purchase of a property at 109 N Kennedy and the adoption of a first reading for updated zoning regulations.

• Approved Resolution 2023-15 for 14% annual street maintenance assessment increases for three years (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 109 N Kennedy Street (Unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ord. No. 2023-7 to update Zoning Regulations; public hearing set for July 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Preliminary Operating Budget for FY 23-24 (Unanimous)
• Made Swagit live streaming for all City Board meetings and limited remote participation to Board members or consultants permanent policy (Unanimous)
• Appointed Council Members Mike Meis, Jim Simon, and Jason Guffey to a Regional Water/Wastewater committee (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Story Creek Subdivision financial guaranty and June 20 minutes (Unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a draft display policy and a memorial donation policy, both on first reading. The board will also hear a report from the library director, including financial updates, and receive a city update. Public comment is invited.

• First reading of draft display policy or statement
• Memorial donation policy and form
• Public library standards discussion
• Director's report with May financial reports and donation totals
• VR and digital art demonstration for teens

The Board approved updates to the Memorial Donation Policy and Form. Trustees held a first reading and discussion regarding a proposed Display Policy, which will be further discussed at the July meeting.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Donation Policy and Form with suggested edits (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider the adoption of an updated City Zone Code and Zone Map. The meeting includes review of the draft zone code and the proposed zoning map.

• Public Hearing: Adoption of the City Zone Code and Zone Map Update

The Board approved the adoption of the City Zone Code and Zone Map Update with all suggested amendments. The update modernizes regulations from 1970 and 1986 to align with the 2020 growth policy and Montana Senate Bill 382.

• Approved City Zone Code and Zone Map Update with all suggested amendments (Unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-6, a zone text amendment to reduce side yard setbacks in R2M zones from 8 feet to 5 feet. The council will also discuss and consider issuing a notice of award for the 2023 Street Maintenance Project and review the preliminary FY24 operating budget, setting a public hearing date for July 3, 2023. Consent agenda items include approval of the June 5, 2023 council minutes and final plat approval for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5, along with an improvements agreement and financial guarantee for that phase.

• Ordinance No. 2023-6: second reading to reduce side yard setbacks in R2M zones from 8 to 5 feet
• Notice of award for 2023 Street Maintenance Project (WO 23-01)
• Preliminary FY24 operating budget discussion and public hearing date set for July 3, 2023
• Final plat approval for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5
• Improvements agreement and financial guarantee for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the final plat and improvements agreement for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5. The council also approved the draft minutes from the June 5, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Council Minutes Draft from 6-5-23 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Improvements Agreement and Financial Guarantee for Meadowlark Ranch Phase 5 (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss two main topics: an update on the splash park QR code and the structure of a potential parks, trails, and recreation district. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discuss Splash Park QR Code Update
• Discuss Parks, Trails, and Recreation District Structure
• Approve May 2023 minutes
• Public forum for comments (3-minute limit)

The board approved the minutes from the May 2023 meeting. Public Works Director Steve Klotz provided updates on the Splash Park QR code and the ongoing development of the Parks, Trails, and Recreation District structure.

• Approved May 2023 minutes (All in favor)

Senior Center Advisory Board

The Board approved the previous meeting minutes with a spelling correction. Members discussed survey results indicating general satisfaction with center services, though transportation and volunteer evaluation were noted as topics of interest.

• Approved minutes with spelling correction (Scott/Knowles)
• Tabled phone calls to members until August meeting

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider a $6,218,000 sewer system revenue bond resolution, a first reading of a zone text amendment to reduce side yard setbacks in R2M zones from 8 to 5 feet, and a conditional use permit for Top Dog Daycare and Boarding LLC in the M-1 district. The council will also discuss changes to the initial felony appearance process, a contract award for groundwater test wells, budget process changes for FY24, and a possible street maintenance assessment increase. Public hearings are scheduled for the conditional use permit and the street maintenance assessment.

• Resolution for $6,218,000 sewer system revenue bond
• Ordinance No. 2023-6 first reading: reduce R2M side yard setbacks from 8 to 5 feet
• Conditional use permit for Top Dog Daycare and Boarding LLC in M-1 district
• Notice of award for groundwater test wells (WO 22-01)
• Increase to street maintenance assessment (Resolution 2023-15)

The Council approved a resolution to incrementally increase street maintenance assessments and granted a conditional use permit for a dog daycare. They also authorized a groundwater test well contract and passed the first reading of a zoning amendment for side yard setbacks.

• Approved Resolution 2023-15 to increase street maintenance fees from $107 to $122 (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Top Dog Daycare and Boarding LLC (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-6 to reduce R2M zone side yard setbacks from 8 to 5 feet (unanimous)
• Authorized contract for groundwater test wells to Potts Drilling (unanimous)
• Approved Council minutes from 5-17-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution relating to $6,218,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially approve new policies for 3D printers and laptops, and to receive updates from the library director and city officials. The agenda also includes a demonstration of Wi-Fi hotspots and the library website, as well as approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 3D Printer Policy review
• Laptop Policy and Agreement review
• Wi-Fi hotspots and library website demonstration
• Director's report and library updates
• Library Advisory Board vacancy announcement

The Board of Trustees approved changes to the library's laptop policy and removed the existing 3D printer policy. Members also received training on Wi-Fi hotspots and the library website.

• Approved 04/25/23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Removed 3D Printer Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Laptop Policy with suggested edits (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit (CUP) for Top Dog Daycare & Boarding LLC to operate a dog daycare and boarding facility in the M-1 district. They will also discuss a zone text amendment to reduce side yard setbacks in R2M zones from 8 feet to 5 feet. Additionally, the board will discuss the updated City of Belgrade Zoning Ordinance, with a public hearing scheduled for June 26, 2023. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 10, 2022.

• CUP request for Top Dog Daycare & Boarding LLC in M-1 district
• Zone text amendment to reduce R2M side yard setbacks from 8 to 5 feet
• Discussion of updated zoning ordinance and adoption steps
• Public hearing on zoning ordinance scheduled for June 26, 2023
• Approval of planning board minutes from October 10, 2022

The Board recommended a zone map amendment for Parcel 2 of COS 2919 to change its designation from Airport District to Rural Residential District. The board found the change conforms to the Belgrade Growth Policy report. No other formal actions were recorded for the public hearing items.

• Recommended changing zoning for Parcel 2 of COS 2919 from AD-B Airport District to R Rural Residential District (All in favor)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold public hearings and consider several land-use items, including two annexations, a zone code amendment, and preliminary plat approval for the Black Rock subdivision. They will also discuss an updated employee handbook and other administrative matters.

• Resolution No. 2023-13: Adopt Tract 5A Minor Sub 124B Future Land Use Map Amendment into Growth Policy
• Resolution No. 2023-12: Annex a road tract on Bolinger Rd
• Ordinance No. 2023-5: Amend zone code to list municipal buildings as permitted use in residential and BP zones
• Preliminary plat approval for Black Rock Major Subdivision
• Resolution No. 2023-11: Annex DNRC Trust Land at Penwell Bridge and Lagoon Roads

The Council approved a growth policy amendment for a minor subdivision and updated the zone code to allow municipal buildings in residential areas. Additionally, the Council annexed a road tract on Bolinger Rd and reviewed a preliminary plat for the Black Rock Major Subdivision.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-13 to amend Belgrade Growth Policy for Tract 5A Minor Sub 124B (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-12 to annex a road tract on Bolinger Rd (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-5 to list municipal buildings as a permitted use in Residential and BP Zones (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 05-01-23 minute draft (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Mattimoe (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider a resolution of intent to amend the Future Land Use Map to designate a property as suburban, and will hold the first reading of an ordinance to allow municipal buildings in residential and BP zones. They will also discuss and consider providing for the 2023 primary and general elections, and consider adopting updated mission, vision, and core values.

• Resolution of intent to amend Future Land Use Map to designate Tract 5A Minor Sub 124B as suburban
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-5 to list municipal buildings as a permitted use in residential and BP zones
• Consider providing for primary and general election 2023
• Consider adopting updated city mission, vision, and core values
• Approval of council minutes from 04-17-2023

City Council unanimously approved the 2023 Primary and General Election resolution, establishing mail ballots and City Hall as a collection site. The Council also adopted updated City Mission, Vision, and Core Values and passed a consent agenda including a land use map amendment.

• Approved Res No. 2023-9 to designate a property as Suburban on the Future Land Use Map (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2023-5 to list municipal buildings as permitted use in Residential and BP Zones (Unanimous)
• Approved Council Minute Draft from 04-17-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 2023 Primary and General Election using mail ballots and City Hall as a collection site (Unanimous)
• Approved updated City Mission, Vision, and Core Values (Unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a Meeting Room Policy and a Wi-Fi Hotspot Policy. The hotspot policy includes a $155 replacement fee and a minimum age requirement of 18 for checkout. The Board also approved minutes from the March 28, 2023, meetings.

• Approved Meeting Room Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Wi-Fi Hotspot Policy with suggested edits (unanimous)
• Approved 03.28.23 Joint Library and Foundation Board Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 03.28.23 Library Board Meeting minutes (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board will hold public hearings on amending the zone code to allow public buildings in all residential and BP districts, and on adopting Tract 5A Minor Sub 124B as a Growth Policy Future Land Use Map amendment. They will also make a recommendation on the Cottonwood Creek First Minor Subdivision preliminary plat. The board will decide whether to release minutes from the August 29, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on amending zone code to list public buildings as permitted use in all residential and BP districts
• Public hearing and decision on Tract 5A Minor Sub 124B plan as Growth Policy Future Land Use Map amendment
• Public hearing and recommendation on Cottonwood Creek First Minor Subdivision preliminary plat
• Decision to release minutes from August 29, 2022 Planning Board meeting

The board recommended a zone code amendment to permit municipal buildings in all residential and BP districts. A request for a Suburban designation for Tract 5A, Minor Sub 124B was denied. The board also recommended approval of the Cottonwood Creek First Minor Subdivision preliminary plat.

• Recommended approval of zone map amendment for municipal buildings in residential and BP districts (6-1)
• Denied Suburban designation for Tract 5A, Minor Sub 124B Plan (2-5)
• Recommended approval of Cottonwood Creek First Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Approved release of August 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider Ordinance 2023-4, which updates provisions of Article II of the Administrative Code. The council will also discuss the 2023 Legislative Session and future legislative priorities for Belgrade. Additionally, the council will review a Public Works Report and approve the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-4: Updating Provisions Of Article II Of The Administrative Code
• Discussion of 2023 Legislative Session and future Belgrade legislative priorities
• Review of Public Works Report to Council
• Approval of Council Minute Draft from 04-04-2023

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2023-4 to update the city's Administrative Code regarding departments, commissions, boards, and committees. The council also reviewed a Public Works report and discussed the impact of several state legislative bills on local zoning and financing.

• Approved Council Draft Minutes from 4-4-23 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-4 updating Administrative Code Article II (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve December 2022 minutes, hear public comment, and discuss several items. The board will consider reappointing Vivian Crouse, discuss Belgrade Baseball, and consider the term expiration of Diana Perry. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with these three discussion items.

• Reappointment of Vivian Crouse
• Discussion of Belgrade Baseball
• Term expiration discussion for Diana Perry
• Approval of December 2022 minutes

The Board approved the December 2022 meeting minutes and recommended that City Council reappoint Diana Perry to the Park and Recreation Board. Staff provided updates on Belgrade Baseball field conditions and upcoming community fundraisers for the Bike Park.

• Approved December 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council the reappointment of Diana Perry to the Park and Recreation Board

Parking Appeal Board

The Belgrade Parking Review Board is meeting to consider an appeal filed by Novotny regarding a parking matter. The agenda includes only this appeal and standard procedural items.

• Consider appeal by Novotny (document: NOVOTNY PARKING APPEAL 2-23.PDF)

The Parking Appeal Board met to review an appeal submitted by Novotny. The Board voted unanimously to uphold three specific parking violations.

• Upheld Parking Violation No. 230192 (unanimous)
• Upheld Parking Violation No. 230193 (unanimous)
• Upheld Parking Violation No. 230194 (unanimous)

Senior Center Advisory Board

The Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board is meeting to discuss center activities and review the quarterly report. The agenda includes a public forum, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports from the board. No major decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion on center activities and activity calendar
• Quarterly report review
• Approval of January 9, 2023 draft minutes

The Board discussed the need for additional space as the Center is outgrowing its current location. Members reviewed activity calendars and proposed improvements to volunteer recruitment and meal delivery. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Proposed moving Board meetings from quarterly to every other month, pending room availability
• Proposed a member survey regarding menu items, activities, and hours of service
• Proposed implementing driver/delivery teams for Meals on Wheels
• Discussed requesting city removal of winter gravel from sidewalks and parking lot

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider two annexation resolutions, a zone map amendment for the proposed Black Rock Subdivision, and the purchase of 113 Kennedy St. The agenda also includes consent items, public hearings, and an executive session on a wastewater facility failure.

• Resolution 2023-8: annexation of DNRC land at Penwell Bridge and Lagoon Roads
• Resolution 2023-7: intent to consider annexation of Bolinger Road tract
• Ordinance 2023-03: zone map amendment for Black Rock Subdivision (2nd reading)
• Purchase of 113 Kennedy St (buy-sell agreement and appraisal)
• Executive session on WRF facility failure

The City Council authorized the purchase of a property at 113 Kennedy St for $450,000 plus $10,000 in moving costs. The council also approved a zoning map amendment for the Black Rock Subdivision and two annexation resolutions.

• Approved purchase of 113 Kennedy St for $450,000 plus $10,000 in moving costs (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 to amend the Zoning Map for Black Rock Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-8 to consider annexation of DNCR land at Penwell Bridge and Lagoon Road (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-7 intent to consider annexation of Bolinger Road Tract (unanimous)
• Approved Council Draft Minutes for 3-6-23, 3-20-23, and 3-21-23 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees is meeting to hear a presentation from 45 Architecture and Martel Construction, likely about the library building project, and to discuss a Mother's Day brunch fundraiser. The board will also receive reports from the BCL Foundation, the library board, and the library director, along with various program and facility updates.

• Presentation by 45 Architecture and Martel Construction on library project
• Mother's Day Brunch Fundraiser discussion
• BCL Foundation report
• Library Director's report with program and meeting room stats
• Upcoming meetings: BCL Foundation April 11, Library Board April 25

The Board received a presentation from 45 Architecture and Martel Construction regarding the progress, timeline, and finances of the new library. The Director provided statistics on the One Book Belgrade 2023 program and upcoming voter information sessions. No formal policy or funding decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:39 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several policies, including a patron behavior policy update and a new meeting room policy. The board will also review trustee terms, receive reports from the Broad Valleys Federation and the director, and handle routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Patron behavior policy update (03-20-23 board considerations)
• Meeting room policy, agreement, and occupancy load letter
• Ordinance No. 2023-4 regarding Board of Trustees terms
• Broad Valleys Federation spring retreat agenda 2023
• Director's report with expenditure, revenue, and donations reports

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes and adopted an updated Patron Behavior Policy. The Board also requested a legal review of the Meeting Room Policy by the City Attorney.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Patron Behavior Policy (unanimous)
• Requested City Attorney review of Meeting Room Policy

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a day-long planning retreat to discuss and prioritize policy issues for 2023 with city staff. No policy decisions or actions will be taken at this workshop meeting. Public comment is scheduled for around 4:00 PM, and attendance is in-person only with registration required. The next regular business meeting is set for April 4, 2023, at Belgrade City Hall.

• Planning retreat at Springhill Suites Hotel, Bozeman, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Presentation by MSU Extension Local Government Center (Dan Clark & Ashley Kent) at 9:00 AM
• Discussion of identified topics and priorities for 2023 at 1:00 PM
• Public comment opportunity at 4:00 PM
• Next regular City Council meeting on April 4, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Belgrade City Hall

The City Council conducted a Planning Retreat Special Work Session to review strategic planning survey results and refine organizational goals. The session focused on the city's mission, vision, and values. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to discuss and consider several items, including a zone map amendment for the Crescent Addition (City Hall), updates on the library and community center project, a resolution revising ward map boundaries, and a resolution authorizing the sale of a portion of the right-of-way for Alaska Road. They will also consider reductions of financial guaranties for the Cloverleaf Meadows and Prescott Ranch subdivisions, and an ordinance updating the administrative code. The meeting includes public hearings and a consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Crescent Addition (City Hall) zone map amendment
• Resolution 2023-6 revising ward map boundaries
• Resolution 2023-5 authorizing sale of right-of-way for Alaska Road
• Ordinance 2023-4 updating provisions of Article II of the Administrative Code
• Requests for reduction of financial guaranties for Cloverleaf Meadows and Prescott Ranch subdivisions

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including financial guaranty reductions for two subdivisions. A petition to re-zone the Crescent Addition (City Hall) was withdrawn by the City Manager. The council also received a design and cost presentation for the Library and Community Center Project.

• Approved update of authorized signers on First Security Bank CD account (Unanimous)
• Approved reduction of financial guaranty for Cloverleaf Meadows Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved reduction of financial guaranty for Prescott Ranch Phase 1A, 1B, and 1C (Unanimous)
• Withdrew petition to re-zone Crescent Addition (City Hall) Zone Map

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hold a public forum, discuss the reappointment of Vivian Crouse, and discuss Belgrade Baseball. The agenda includes routine items and a discussion item, with no formal votes on major projects or budgets.

• Reappointment of Vivian Crouse to the board
• Discussion of Belgrade Baseball
• Approval of December 2022 minutes
• Public forum for comments

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is meeting to consider several items, including two zoning ordinance amendments, a proposed lease-purchase of a John Deere grader, a work order presentation on groundwater capacity, and a variance request for underground stormwater retention. The consent agenda includes the rezonings and approval of meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.

• Ordinance No. 2023-03: amend zoning for Black Rock Subdivision (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 2023-02: rezone lots in B7 and B8, Crescent Addition to PLI
• Proposed lease-purchase of John Deere 672G grader
• Work Order 22-01: Groundwater Source Capacity Development Project presentation by DOWL
• Variance request for underground stormwater retention in proposed park land (West Post Ph III and IV)

The Council approved a five-year lease-purchase for a John Deere grader and a variance for underground stormwater retention at the West Post Subdivision. Additionally, the Council approved two zoning ordinances and several sets of meeting minutes via a consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-3 to rezone lots in B7 and B8, Crescent Addition to PLI (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-2 to amend zoning for Black Rock Subdivision (unanimous)
• Authorized 5-year lease-purchase of John Deere 672G Grader for $96,522 annually (unanimous)
• Approved variance for underground stormwater retention at West Post Subdivision, Phases III and IV (unanimous)
• Approved draft council minutes from 02-21-2023, 02-21-2023 Workshop, and 02-27-2023 Special (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Belgrade Board of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to discuss and consider a side yard setback variance request for a property at 310 Quaws Blvd, owned by Mattson. The request relates to a garage on the property. The board will decide whether to grant the variance after hearing public input.

• Public hearing on side yard setback variance for Mattson, 310 Quaws Blvd
• Variance request for a garage at 310 N Quaws Blvd

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on several policies, including circulation and patron behavior, and review a survey on summer hours. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a director's report, and city updates.

• Review of circulation policy with staff recommended edits
• Review of institutional cards policy
• Review of patron behavior policy with staff comments
• Summer hours survey results
• Director's report and library updates

The Board unanimously approved the updated Circulation and Institutional Cards Policy after review by the City Attorney. Members conducted a first reading of the Patron Behavior Policy and discussed a community survey regarding summer hours. The Library Director reported that approximately 40% of the budget has been spent.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Circulation and Institutional Cards Policy (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board is holding public hearings and will make recommendations to the Belgrade City Council on three items: a zone map amendment for the City Hall block, a zone map amendment for the Black Rock Major Subdivision, and preliminary plat approval for the Black Rock Major Subdivision. The board will also discuss reports and other agenda items.

• Public hearing on zone map amendment for City of Belgrade (City Hall block)
• Public hearing on zone map amendment for Black Rock Major Subdivision
• Public hearing on preliminary plat approval for Black Rock Major Subdivision
• Recommendations to Belgrade City Council on all three items

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: discussing and considering a nomination to fill a vacancy in Ward 3. The agenda includes a nomination document for review. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Nomination for Ward 3 vacancy

The City Council met to fill a vacancy in Ward 3 previously held by Martha Sellers. After considering four applicants, the Council voted to appoint Jason Guffey to the seat.

• Appointed Jason Guffey to fill the Ward 3 Council Seat (4-1)

City Council

The City Council approved the creation of the Municipal Court to absorb the City Court and adopted a resolution setting salaries for the City Judge and Municipal Court Clerk. The Council also authorized an encroachment agreement for a warehouse development and confirmed a probationary police officer.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-1 creating the Municipal Court (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-4 regarding Municipal Court Salaries (unanimous)
• Authorized Encroachment Agreement with 6161 Jackrabbit, LLC for Lot 3 of Minor Subdivision No. 497 (unanimous)
• Confirmed Probationary Police Officer Cody Basten (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Policies and Procedures Manual (unanimous)
• Approved draft council minutes for 11/01/2021, 11/15/2021, and 02/06/2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a special workshop meeting to discuss and consider applications for a vacancy in Ward #3. Four applicants are under consideration: Jason Guffey, Alexander Heimbuch, Pamela Knowles, and Diana Perry. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.

• Consider Ward #3 vacancy applications
• Applicants: Jason Guffey, Alexander Heimbuch, Pamela Knowles, Diana Perry

The City Council held a workshop meeting to discuss the role of the City Council and review a list of ten potential interview questions for candidates seeking to fill the Ward 3 vacancy.

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks & Recreation Board will consider the reappointment of Vivian Crouse, discuss a draft for developing park proposals, and discuss Belgrade Baseball. The meeting also includes approval of December 2022 minutes and a public forum for comments.

• Reappointment of Vivian Crouse
• Discussion of draft for development of park proposals
• Discussion of Belgrade Baseball
• Approval of December 2022 minutes
• Public forum for comments

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to establish a municipal court, consider a resolution of intent to annex the Williams property, and discuss a professional services agreement for Work Order 22-04. They will also review the 2022 growth report, applications for a Ward #3 vacancy, and a library update. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and the annexation resolution.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-01 to establish a municipal court
• Resolution of intent to annex the Williams property (Williams Plumbing)
• Professional services agreement for Work Order 22-04 (lagoon project)
• 2022 growth report from Community Development
• Ward #3 vacancy applications

The City Council authorized a professional services agreement for the Sewer Lagoon rehabilitation Project and approved the first reading of an ordinance to establish a Municipal Court. The Council also set a deadline for Ward 3 vacancy applications and initiated the annexation process for the Williams Property.

• Approved $231,000 contract with Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC for Sewer Lagoon rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-01 to establish a Municipal Court (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-3 to consider annexation of the Williams Property (unanimous)
• Set Ward 3 vacancy application deadline for February 17, 2023, at 3pm (unanimous)
• Scheduled Ward 3 workshop meet and greet for February 21, 2023, at 5pm
• Approved draft council minutes from 01/17/22 and 1/26/23 (unanimous)

City/County Planning Board

The Belgrade City-County Planning Board is meeting to discuss several items, including approving minutes from April and May 2022, a proposal to designate City Hall and adjacent properties as Public Lands and Institutions (PLI), and an update on the city zone code with next steps. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Approval of April and May 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of PLI zone map amendment for City Hall and adjacent properties
• Discussion of city zone code update and next steps, including draft zoning map

The Board unanimously approved the release of meeting minutes from April 25 and May 23, 2022. No formal actions were taken regarding the proposal to designate City Hall properties as Public Lands and Institutions or the City Zone Code update.

• Approved release of April 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved release of May 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider two resolutions. One would create an urban transportation district, and the other would call for a May 2nd election on creating a regional parks, trails, and recreation district with a $49 million bond. Both items are under discussion and no final action is indicated on the agenda.

• Resolution 2023-2: creation of an Urban Transportation District
• Resolution 2023-1: May 2nd election on Belgrade Regional Parks, Trails, and Recreation District
• $49 million bond associated with the parks district
• Public forum for comments on non-agenda items

The City Council approved a referendum for the creation of a regional park, trails and recreation district and a bond of up to $49 million for an Aquatics Center. The Council also passed a resolution regarding the appointment of Urban Transportation District board members.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-1 to order a referendum on creating a regional park, trails and recreation district and issuing bonds up to $49,000,000 for an Aquatics Center (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-2 informing Gallatin County Commission that the Urban Transportation District (UTD) Board should be appointed rather than elected (Unanimous)
• Excused Council member Meis (Unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Belgrade Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss unfinished business, including a circulation policy with staff-recommended edits and institutional cards. They will also consider a resignation letter from a board member and review trustee terms. New business includes a workshop with the Broad Valleys Federation. The board will receive the director's report and library updates, including program statistics and budget details.

• Circulation policy with staff-recommended edits
• Institutional cards discussion
• Martha Sellers resignation letter
• Board of Trustees terms review
• Broad Valleys Federation workshop

The Board approved the minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed proposed edits to circulation and institutional card policies, which are pending approval from the City Attorney. The Board also noted the termination of Martha Sellers' position as a Trustee following her resignation from City Council.

• Approved 12.06.22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Circulation and Institutional Cards Policies pending City Attorney approval

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will consider approving meeting minutes, discuss a public access and utility easement for Tract 1A of COS No. 78A, and discuss possible changes to the wastewater allocation policy. They will also discuss an upcoming special meeting on parks, trails, and recreation. The agenda includes a proclamation for Arbor Day and standard reports.

• Proclamation declaring Arbor Day on April 28, 2023
• Public access and utility easement for Tract 1A of COS No. 78A (Yukon Ln)
• Discussion on possible changes to the wastewater allocation policy
• Discussion on upcoming special meeting regarding parks, trails, and recreation district

The City Council approved a public access and utility easement for Tract 1A, COS 78A to complete the road from Yukon to Frank Road. Council also discussed potential changes to the wastewater allocation policy and a proposed $49 million bond for a recreation center.

• Approved draft council minutes from 10/4/21, 10/18/21, and 1/3/23 (unanimous)
• Approved public access and utility easement for Tract 1A, COS 78A (unanimous)

Old - Parks & Recreation Board

The Belgrade Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss draft development proposals for parks, continue reviewing a draft lease for Belgrade Baseball, and consider the reappointment of Vivian Crouse. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Discuss draft development of park proposals
• Reappointment of Vivian Crouse
• Discuss Belgrade Baseball rough draft (lease document)

Senior Center Advisory Board

The Belgrade Senior Center Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and consider appointing a chairperson, set goals for 2023, and discuss new activities and events. The board will also hear reports from the center manager and city manager. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no votes on specific contracts or ordinances.

• Appointment of chairperson
• Goal setting for 2023
• New activities and events discussion
• Center manager report
• City manager report

The board appointed a chairperson for the 2023 calendar year and discussed goals for increasing membership and accessibility. The board was also designated as the body that will act as the Parking Review Board for parking ticket appeals.

• Appointed Bonnie Campbell as Chairperson for 2023 (unanimous)
• Excused Board Member Karen Tucker and Council Member Jim Doyle (unanimous)

City Council

The Belgrade City Council will discuss and consider approving an improvements agreement and financial guaranty for West Post Phase 1, along with final plat approval for the same subdivision. They will also consider re-appointing Vivian Crouse to the Park Board. The meeting includes routine consent items and public comment periods.

• Improvements agreement and financial guaranty for West Post Phase 1
• Final plat approval for West Post Phase 1
• Park Board member re-appointment of Vivian Crouse
• Approval of council minutes from December 19, 2022

The City Council approved the final plat and improvements agreement for the West Post Major Subdivision Phase 1. The council also re-appointed a member to the Park and Recreation Board.

• Approved Improvements Agreement for West Post Major Subdivision Phase 1 with a $3,670,263 Letter of Credit (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for West Post Major Subdivision Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved re-appointment of Vivian Crouse to the Park and Recreation Board for a two-year term (unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Simon (unanimous)
• Approved draft council minutes from 12/19/2022 (unanimous)