Missoula public meetings in 2023

City Council--No Meeting

The agenda indicates that no meeting will take place on this date. There are no items listed for decision or discussion. The document contains only procedural placeholders and no substantive content.

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) plan, including survey content for recreation planning, and review updated forest management goals. They will also consider public comments on the Barmeyer Trail and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of PROST update and Boulder Open Space Master Plan Survey
• Review of recreation survey questions for PROST and Recreation Plan scoping
• Review of updated Coniferous Forest Resource Management Plan goals
• Public comments on Barmeyer Trail from Philip Belangie and response from Kathleen Kennedy
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from December 13, 2023, and to adopt the 2023 update to the City/County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan. The agenda contains no other substantive business items, contracts, or fee changes.

• Adoption of the City/County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan 2023 update
• Approval of the minutes for the December 13, 2023 meeting

Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission

The Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including reviewing the current programming schedule, identifying events for MCAT to cover, continuing its bylaws review, and preparing for officer elections in January. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review current programming schedule recorded/televised
• Identify events for MCAT to record/televise
• Continue bylaws review
• Election of officers in January
• Next meeting moved to January 22, 2023 due to MLK holiday

Public Art Committee

The Missoula Public Art Committee meets to approve minutes and review a budget update. The agenda includes action items and a series of non-action updates on specific projects, including the Missoula Sculpture Walk, an Indigenous Mural Project, and the East Missoula Water Tower. The meeting also covers a list of inactive projects and concludes with announcements.

• Budget update review
• Annual Report 2023 Projects update
• Missoula Sculpture Walk update
• Indigenous Mural Project update
• East Missoula Water Tower update

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will review and vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Clark Fork River Restoration and Access Project. The proposed action involves the expenditure of up to $1 million from the 2018 Open Space Bond fund for this capital improvement project. The meeting also includes standard administrative items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Motion to recommend City Council approval of up to $1 Million from the 2018 Open Space Bond fund for the Clark Fork River Restoration and Access Project
• Review of 90 percent design plans for Madison Street and Toole Park
• Review of design concepts for Beartracks Bridge and Caras Park Brennans Wave
• Approval of minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will review two change orders for the Northside Pedestrian Bridge renovation, totaling $315,553.48, and will hear a referral on an Electrify Missoula presentation. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Approve Change Order #2 with Jackson Contractor Group for $259,338.12
• Approve Change Order #3 with HDR Engineers for $56,215.36
• Referral – Electrify Missoula Presentation
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2023

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is set to approve a $108,469 contract for repairs to the water building at 4515 Mark Court. The committee will also confirm the final ordering and award the base bid for the Worden Ave/Turner St right-of-way improvements project to JAG Contracting LLC for $1,360,398.16. Additionally, the committee will review informational updates to the Missoula City Public Works Standards and Specifications Manual.

• Authorize Mayor to sign $108,469 construction contract with Jackson Contractor Group for water building repairs at 4515 Mark Court
• Adopt resolution confirming final ordering of Worden Ave/Turner St – N 5th St W to Scott St right-of-way improvements
• Award base bid and bid alternate one for Worden Ave/Turner St project to JAG Contracting LLC for $1,360,398.16
• Review informational updates to the Missoula City Public Works Standards and Specifications Manual

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from December 6 and review a five-year collective bargaining agreement with the MFPE Chemists Union. The committee is asked to approve the agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign it. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of a five-year collective bargaining agreement with the MFPE Chemists Union
• Authorization for the Mayor to sign the MFPE Chemist CBA
• Approval of minutes from the December 6, 2023, PSHO meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board will consider a motion to support the Clark Fork River Restoration and Access project, which would then be recommended to the Open Space Advisory Committee and City Council. The board will also hear updates on open space, projects and planning, and a director's report. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Action item: Support for Clark Fork River Restoration and Access project
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023
• Open Space Program Update
• Projects and Planning Program Update
• Parks and Recreation Division Accomplishments and Goals report

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council is scheduled to vote on the annexation of Lots 1-10 of the Burns Addition, which will be zoned RT5.4 Residential. The meeting includes public hearings for the rezone of 550 N. California St. and 2145 W Sussex Ave., with final votes set for December 18, 2023. Additionally, the Council will approve a $2,097,664.02 accounts payable package and a four-year collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 271.

• Adopt resolution to annex Lots 1-10 of Burns Addition (2.10 acres) and zone as RT5.4 Residential
• Public hearing for rezone of 550 N. California St. from PUD to C1-3 with DE-D overlay
• Public hearing for rezone of 2145 W Sussex Ave. from RM2.7 to RM1-45
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $2,097,664.02
• Approve four-year collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 271

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Missoula Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a recommendation on prohibiting right turns on red, interim improvements on Russell Street from Dakota to 3rd, and a draft recommendation for a pedestrian crossing on First Street. The board will also review its bylaws and discuss community engagement efforts.

• Discussion of right turn on red prohibition and potential next steps
• Russell St: Dakota to 3rd interim improvements
• Draft recommendation for First Street pedestrian crossing
• Review of board rules, responsibilities, and bylaws
• Community engagement update

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review proposed 4th Quarter Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments, with recommended motions to set a public hearing for December 18 and adopt the resolution. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 29 meeting and public comment.

• Resolution for Q4 amendments to FY2023 budget
• Recommended motion to set public hearing for December 18, 2023
• Recommended motion to adopt Q4 FY2023 budget amendment resolution
• Approval of minutes from 11/29/23 B&F meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from the October 4, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes two special presentations: one on architect William 'Bill' Fox and the 'Making Montana Modern' movement, and another on the Forest Service Region One Historic Preservation Team. The meeting concludes with a staff report and board member comments.

• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Special presentation on Missoula architect William 'Bill' Fox
• Special presentation on Forest Service Region One Historic Preservation Team
• Historic Preservation Officer Staff Report

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will hold a regular meeting with roll call, approval of minutes from November 15, 2023, and public comment. The main business item is an information-only staff presentation on developing affordable homes on the city's Scott Street parcel, with attached memos and slides. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Staff presentation on development of affordable homes on Scott Street parcel
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023
• Public comment period

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is meeting to handle administrative business, take public comment, and consider a proposed ordinance to repeal Missoula Municipal Code Chapter 9.32, which currently bans the use of sound-producing devices on public highways without a permit. The recommended motion is to set a public hearing for December 18, 2023, and preliminarily adopt the repeal. The agenda is otherwise routine, with roll call, minutes approval, and public comment periods.

• Ordinance to repeal MMC 9.32 'Sound Devices', removing ban on radios/phonographs on public highways without permit
• Recommended motion: set public hearing for December 18, 2023, and preliminarily adopt repeal
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2023 meeting

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee is meeting to approve minutes from November 29, 2023, and to hold a public hearing on the annexation of Lots 1-10 of the Burns Addition. No motion will be taken on the annexation at this meeting; the public hearing remains open until final consideration on December 11, 2023.

• Referral and Staff Report for Lots 1-10 Burns Addition Annexation
• Public hearing on Burns Addition annexation remains open until December 11, 2023
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee is meeting to consider three contracts: a stop-loss insurance agreement with Granular, a four-year collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 271, and a five-year payroll/HR software contract with ADP. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 29 meeting and take public comment.

• Approve stop loss coverage agreement with Granular
• Approve 4-year collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 271
• Approve 5-year ADP payroll/HR software contract

Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee

The Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee will review and potentially adopt updates to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Policy Manual and recommend the Fiscal Year 2024 Allocation Plan to Mayor Davis for approval. They will also hear updates on the Our Missoula Growth Policy and Code Reform, as well as financial and staffing updates from city staff.

• Adopt 2023 Policy Manual updates for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Recommend FY 2024 Allocation Plan to Mayor Davis
• Review minutes from August 8 and October 10, 2023
• Receive update on Our Missoula Growth Policy and Code Reform
• Hear Q1 financial update for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests: 9399 Baron's Court, 550 N. California St., and 2145 W Sussex Ave. The board will also hear a presentation on exempt wells in subdivisions and consider approval of the November 7, 2023 minutes. Recommendations are to approve all three rezones.

• Rezone 9399 Baron's Court (Parcel 72C, COS #2339) — recommend approval to Board of County Commissioners
• Rezone 550 N. California St. from PUD Missoula Youth Homes to C1-3 with DE-D overlay — recommend approval to City Council
• Rezone 2145 W Sussex Ave. from RM2.7 to RM1-45 — recommend approval to City Council
• Presentation on exempt wells in subdivisions by Jim Nave, DNRC
• Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to consider several action items, including a request to proceed without prejudice for 1361 Cedar Street, TIF (tax increment financing) requests for the Scott Street/Ravara redevelopment project and the Johnson Street Temporary Emergency Shelter, and approval of FY24 budget amendments. The board will also hear staff reports and a communications update.

• 1361 Cedar Street (URD II / Ward 2) - Request to Proceed Without Prejudice
• Scott Street/Ravara Redevelopment Project (North Reserve-Scott Street URD / Ward 1) - TIF Request
• Johnson Street Temporary Emergency Shelter - 1919 North Avenue West (URD III / Ward 4) - TIF Request
• FY24 Budget Amendments - Request for Approval

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider ratifying two contracts totaling $534,660 for new sanitary facilities at the Johnson Street Emergency Shelter. The contracts cover modular buildings with toilets, sinks, and showers, as well as water, sewer, and electrical work. The committee will also approve minutes from its November 15 meeting and take public comment.

• Contract with Hone Architects + Builders for $440,400 for two modular sanitary buildings
• Contract with Montana Excavation Services for $94,260 for water, sewer, electrical upgrades and removal of a fire-damaged building
• Ratification under Emergency Proclamation approved June 9, 2023
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023 meeting

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hold a regular meeting with roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. The main business item is a referral and update on the Our Missoula Growth Policy Update and Code Reform Project, presented by Eran Pehan. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Update on the Our Missoula Growth Policy Update and Code Reform Project (referral by Eran Pehan)
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2023

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider approving the proposed 2024 City Council regular meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Referral: Council Meeting Schedule for 2024 (recommended motion to approve)
• Approval of minutes from 11/15/23 B&F meeting

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider approving an interlocal agreement with Missoula County for the acquisition, development, management, and recreation programming of Marshall Mountain Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 15, 2023, and public comment.

• Interlocal agreement with Missoula County for Marshall Mountain Park
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023
• Public comment period

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee will discuss and potentially recommend action on several items, including a resolution to amend cemetery fees effective January 1, 2024, an ordinance to repeal the city's sound device ban, and a professional services agreement for updating the Travel Demand Model. The committee will also receive an informational update on the Transportation Options Action Plan. No final decisions are made at this meeting; recommendations will go to the full City Council.

• Resolution amending Missoula City Cemetery fees effective January 1, 2024
• Ordinance to repeal MMC 9.32 'Sound Devices' (ban on sound devices on public highways)
• Professional services agreement with LSA, Inc. to update Travel Demand Model for up to $85,000
• Informational update on the Transportation Options Action Plan

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group is meeting to review initial and additional findings from a code diagnostic, focusing on barriers to housing development and commercial zone tests. They will discuss implications for the Growth Policy Update and code reform, and consider future growth scenarios. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Review of initial code diagnostic findings on barriers to development (housing supply)
• Discussion of substance, process, and organization findings
• Presentation of additional findings: single-dwelling zone test and commercial zone test
• Implications for Growth Policy Update and code reform
• Future meetings on potential growth scenarios, citywide capacity, and future place types

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will ratify accounts payable totaling approximately $3.2 million and approve a five-year collective bargaining agreement with the Teamsters Union Local No. 2. The body will also take preliminary action on two property rezonings and a land annexation, while holding public hearings on updated fee schedules and records management laws.

• Ratify accounts payable for checks dated Nov 21, 2023 ($1,820,452.90) and Nov 28, 2023 ($1,406,732.26)
• Approve 5-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 2 Garden City Compost
• Preliminarily adopt ordinance rezoning 550 N. California St. from PUD Missoula Youth Homes to C1-3
• Preliminarily adopt ordinance rezoning 2145 W Sussex Ave. from RM2.7 to RM1-45
• Adopt resolution to annex Lots 1-10 of Burns Addition and zone as RT 5.4 Residential

City Council--No Meeting

This agenda is for a City Council meeting that was not held on November 20, 2023. The document contains only boilerplate placeholders and no agenda items, indicating the meeting was cancelled or did not occur.

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee met to approve minutes and discuss updates on conservation lands management. Key topics included the Coniferous Forest Resource Management Plan, which involved a 60-minute discussion on planning updates and scoping survey results. The committee also reviewed project updates for the Clark Fork River Access and Restoration, West Broadway River Corridor, and the Moon-Randolph Homestead.

• Discussion of the Coniferous Forest Resource Management Plan, including planning updates and scoping survey results
• Review of the Moon-Randolph Homestead 2023 Annual Report
• Updates on the Clark Fork River Access and Restoration project
• Updates on the West Broadway River Corridor project
• Approval of minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is meeting to consider a management agreement for Caras Park. The main action is a recommended motion to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with the Missoula Downtown Association for managing the Caras Park Pavilion and Events Ring. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Approve Caras Park Management Agreement between City of Missoula and Missoula Downtown Association
• Agreement covers management of Caras Park Pavilion and Events Ring
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Missoula Public Works and Mobility Committee will consider several items, including confirming two appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, approving a land exchange with Clouse Property LLC, and adopting a resolution for right-of-way improvements on Ivy/Franklin Phase I. The committee will also receive an informational presentation on the Transform Brooks - Connect Midtown Study.

• Appoint Olivia DeJohn and James Crosby to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board until September 30, 2026
• Approve real estate exchange between City of Missoula and Clouse Property LLC
• Adopt resolution to order right-of-way improvements for Project 20-064: Ivy/Franklin Ph I – S 4th St W to Woodford St
• Presentation on Transform Brooks - Connect Midtown Study open house on November 16, 2023

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider confirming the Mayor's appointments to the Tourism Business Improvement District and will discuss the first quarter amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including setting a public hearing and final consideration dates. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Appointment of Tim Giesler and Keyvin Pollington to the Tourism Business Improvement District
• Fiscal Year 2024 Budget 1st Quarter Amendments
• Public hearing scheduled for December 11, 2023, and final consideration on December 18, 2023
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will consider setting a public hearing for December 11, 2023, to gather input on the 2024-2028 Five-year Consolidated Plan and Equity Plan for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. The agenda also includes approval of the October 18, 2023 minutes and public comment.

• Set public hearing for December 11, 2023 on 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan and Equity Plan for HUD programs
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023
• Public comment period

Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee

This agenda for the Missoula Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are listed.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board will vote on two action items: an eight-year management agreement for Caras Park events areas with the Missoula Downtown Association, and an interpretive media plan for Caras, East Caras, and Bess Reed Parks. The board will also hear public comment on a proposed music festival's use of beach volleyball courts, plus updates on parks, recreation, open space, and trails.

• Approve 8-year Caras Park Management Agreement with Missoula Downtown Association for Pavilion and Events Ring
• Approve/deny/approve with edits the Caras, East Caras, Bess Reed Interpretive Media Plan
• Public comment on potential use of beach volleyball courts for proposed music festival
• PROST (Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails) update
• Directors report and 2023 accomplishments update

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $1,287,362.56 in accounts payable, a four-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters and Operators unions for Streets, and a $200,402 stormwater quality plan. They will also hold a public forum on the Johnson Street Emergency Homeless Shelter, though the council has no power to deny or condition the proposal. Several appointments and fee schedule changes are also on the agenda.

• Approve accounts payable of $1,287,362.56
• Approve 4-year Streets collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local No 2 and Operators Local No 400
• Approve $84,947.85 professional services agreement with WGM Group for California Street surface improvements (Dakota to River Road)
• Approve $200,402 Comprehensive Stormwater Quality Plan with Morrison and Maierle
• Public forum on Johnson Street Emergency Homeless Shelter (no council power to deny or condition)

Energy and Climate Team

The Missoula Energy and Climate Team is meeting to approve minutes, nominate a chair and vice chair, and hear presentations on five main topics: air quality, carbon offsets, sustainable actions, IRA funding and grants, and legislative actions. They will also receive an update on a renewable rate option from Northwestern Energy. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Chairperson nomination: Scott McNall
• Vice Chairperson nomination: Jeremy Flesch
• Presentations on air quality, carbon offsets, sustainable actions, IRA funding, and legislative actions
• Renewable Rate Option update from Northwestern Energy (Amber Sherrill and Evora Glenn)
• Minutes from 9/14/2023 and 10/12/2023 for approval

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to review a Level 1 application for the Corner Farm property and a Level 2 application for the Clark Fork River Restoration and Access project. The committee will also discuss the background of the 2018 Open Space Bond and approve minutes from previous meetings. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Level 1 Application: Corner Farm (Trust Montana)
• Level 2 Application: Clark Fork River Restoration and Access
• Discussion on 2018 Open Space Bond
• Approval of minutes from September 14 and November 2, 2023

Budget and Finance Committee

The Missoula Budget and Finance Committee will consider three items: reappointing Kim Sawyer to the Tourism Business Improvement District, approving a $217,163 agreement for the Community Justice Department for FY 2024, and setting a public hearing on proposed changes to Land Use and Planning and Business Licensing fee schedules. The meeting also includes routine administrative business like approving minutes from the October 18 meeting.

• Reappoint Kim Sawyer to Tourism Business Improvement District (term Dec 1, 2023 – Dec 1, 2027)
• Approve FY 2024 Community Justice Department Agreement for $217,163
• Set public hearing Nov 27, 2023 on fee schedule amendments (Land Use/Planning and Business Licensing)
• Fee changes effective Jan 1, 2024, including removing Design Review Board references

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Missoula Public Works and Mobility Committee will consider several items, including a professional services agreement for the California Street Surface Infrastructure Improvements Project, a stormwater quality plan contract, a transportation planning boundary change, and a snow and ice control plan update. The committee will also vote on a reappointment to the Missoula Urban Transportation District Board.

• Professional Services Agreement with WGM Group for California Street Surface Infrastructure Improvements Project (Dakota Street to River Road) at cost not to exceed $84,947.85
• Professional Services Agreement with Morrison and Maierle for Comprehensive Stormwater Quality Plan at cost not to exceed $200,402, with $125,000 from DNRC, leaving city portion of $75,402
• Reappointment of Jesse Dodson to Missoula Urban Transportation District Board for term January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2027
• Approval of revised Urban Transportation Planning Boundary Map
• Street Snow and Ice Control Plan Update (no recommended motion)

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider two main items: a referral to set a joint public hearing with Missoula County on the Green Power Program Term Sheet, and a proposed agreement with Always On, LLC to host a music festival in Playfair Park for eight consecutive years. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting.

• Referral to set joint public hearing on December 11, 2023 for Green Power Program Term Sheet
• Proposed agreement with Always On, LLC for 8-year music festival at Playfair Park
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2023

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving public comment. The agenda includes informational presentations on the US 93 Missoula to Florence corridor study and the 310 law, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• US 93 Missoula to Florence Corridor Study Update presentation by Becca MacLean, MDT/RPA
• 310 Law presentation by Radley Watkins, Missoula Conservation District
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2023

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote to approve the phased development review for West End Homes Phase 1, located west of Flynn Lane. The body will also hold a public forum on the Johnson Street Emergency Homeless Shelter application and approve two new four-year collective bargaining agreements with city unions. Additionally, the Council will ratify approximately $3.3 million in accounts payable claims and begin the process for a records management ordinance.

• Approval of West End Homes Subdivision Phase 1 phased development review
• Public forum on Johnson Street Emergency Homeless Shelter zoning variance application
• Approval of four-year collective bargaining agreements with MFPE Maintenance Technicians and MFPE Planners
• Ratification of accounts payable claims totaling $1,833,617.89 and $1,528,851.34
• First reading of ordinance revising the Records and Information Governance Program

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group is meeting to continue discussing barriers to housing development and to preview initial findings from a code diagnostic. The group will also hold public comment periods and plan future discussions on the Growth Policy. The agenda is largely a working session with no final decisions listed.

• Discussion of barriers to development related to housing supply
• Continued preview of initial code diagnostic findings
• Future meeting item on Growth Policy
• Public comment periods throughout the meeting

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct a site visit of Corner Farm at 542 Tower Street, Missoula. The agenda includes administrative business, public comments, and the site visit as the main discussion item. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Site visit to Corner Farm, 542 Tower Street, Missoula (southeast corner of Third St. and Tower St.)
• Meeting location at Corner Farm, access off Tower St., parking by farmstand
• Optional shuttle from Currents Aquatic Center at 3:30 p.m.

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee

The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) is meeting to review and recommend approval for Amendment #1 to the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and Amendment #1 to the FY24-28 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also discuss the consultant selection for the 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update and the Missoula Urban Boundary Update. These items are technical planning documents that require TTAC recommendation before the Transportation Policy and Coordination Committee (TPCC) can act.

• Amendment #1 to the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program
• Amendment #1 to the FY24-28 Transportation Improvement Program
• 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update consultant selection (RFP 23-03)
• Missoula Urban Boundary Update

City Council--No Meeting

The agenda indicates that no meeting took place on the scheduled date. The document contains no items for decision, discussion, or public hearing. It is a procedural placeholder confirming the cancellation or absence of the session.

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group met to discuss equity in land use and the code diagnostic process. The agenda included administrative business, public comments, and a review of future items related to housing production and growth policy. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were recorded in the provided text.

• Discussion on Equity in Land Use and code reform considerations
• Review of Code Diagnostic substance and process
• Future discussion scheduled for November 3rd on Code Reform and Growth Policy

Community Forum

The Missoula Community Forum will hold a procedural meeting on October 26, 2023, with no items scheduled for a vote. The agenda includes approval of minutes from August and September 2023, a presentation by Geoff Badenoch of the League of Women Voters on local government review, and staff reports. Residents may attend in person at City Council Chambers or virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2023
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2023
• Presentation on Local Government Review by Geoff Badenoch, League of Women Voters
• Staff Reports presented by Kalina Pritchard
• City Council Liaison Report by Heidi West, Ward 1

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider approving four-year collective bargaining agreements with MFPE unions for Parks and Recreation maintenance technicians and planners, and will take first reading of an ordinance updating the city's records and information governance program. The meeting includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and public comment periods.

• Approve 4-year CBA with MFPE Maintenance Technicians (Parks and Recreation)
• Approve 4-year CBA with MFPE Planners
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 2.92 (Records and Information Governance Program)
• Public hearing set for November 27, 2023 on records ordinance
• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider approving an agreement with Always On, LLC to host a music festival in Playfair Park for the next eight consecutive years. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 18 meeting and take public comment.

• Playfair Park facilities use agreement with Always On, LLC for an 8-year music festival
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Missoula City Council Committee of the Whole met for 20 minutes to handle administrative business and one informational item. The body approved minutes from June 21 and July 12, 2023, and received a status update from the Food Policy Board. No votes were taken on new ordinances, budgets, or zoning changes.

• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023
• Informational update from the Food Policy Board

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Missoula Conservation Lands Advisory Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice chair for the 2023/2024 planning season, review the Conservation Lands Management (CLM) program planning structure, and discuss recreation management goals, scope, and scale for a proposed recreation resource management plan. The committee will also hear a manager's update and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Election of CLAC chair and vice chair for terms November 2023 through September 2024
• Review of CLM Program Planning Structure
• Discussion of Recreation Resource Management Plan, including examples from Boulder, Chaffee County, Marin County, and 2010 Conservation Lands Management Plan
• Manager's Update for October 2023

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to consider action items including a TIF request for the Old Library Block at 301 East Main Street and recommendations for FY24 TIF transfers to the City General Fund. The board will also approve minutes from the September 21 meeting and receive staff and budget reports.

• TIF request for Old Library Block, 301 East Main Street (Front Street URD / Ward 1)
• FY24 TIF transfer to City General Fund and remittance recommendations
• Approval of September 21, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
• FY23 budget status reports (June 2023, updated 10-12-23)
• FY24 budget status reports (September 2023)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee met on October 18, 2023, to review administrative business and one referral item. The committee considered a motion to direct staff to draft ordinance changes to Title 20. The specific goal is to eliminate tourist homes as a permitted use in residential districts.

• Referral to draft ordinance changes to Title 20 to eliminate tourist homes as a permitted use in residential districts

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee is meeting to receive two information-only presentations: the Missoula Housing Authority's annual report and an update on houseless data. The committee will also approve minutes from its October 4, 2023 meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled on these items.

• Missoula Housing Authority annual presentation (information only)
• Houseless data update presentation (information only)
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023 meeting

Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission

The Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission will review its current programming schedule and identify future events to record. The body will also conduct a bylaw review and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda notes that the scheduled meeting for November 20, 2023, is cancelled.

• Approval of minutes from May 15, August 21, and September 18, 2023
• Review of current programming schedule
• Identification of events for MCAT to record and televise
• Bylaw review
• Cancellation of the November 20, 2023 meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board will vote on installing interpretive signage in Gregory Park to recognize the historic Chinese Cemetery. The board will also approve the use of $3,000 in Tennis Enterprise Funds to paint Quickstart lines at Playfair Park. Additionally, the board will appoint three new members to the Conservation Lands Advisory Committee.

• Approve installation of interpretive signage in southeast Gregory Park East recognizing the Chinese Cemetery
• Approve $3,000 from Tennis Enterprise Funds for Quickstart lines at Playfair Park
• Appoint Kathleen Kennedy, Robert Erickson, and Patrick Colleran to the Conservation Lands Advisory Committee
• Review letter from Philip Belangie regarding bikes on the Barmeyer Trail

Cemetery Board

The Missoula Cemetery Board met to review the July 2023 minutes and discuss new business items, including a report on attendance, wages, and supplies. The board also reviewed the current fee schedule alongside a 2023 cost comparison with other cemeteries. Continuing business included a financial update covering revenue and expenditures for July, August, and September 2023, as well as an operational update.

• Approval of Post-Meeting Minutes from July 25, 2023
• Review of Stories and Stones Report on attendance, wages, and supplies
• Discussion of Current Fee Schedule and 2023 Cost Comparison with other cemeteries
• Financial Update covering July, August, and September 2023 revenue and expenditures

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider approving contracts with four community-based organizations for fiscal year 2024, totaling over $618,000. They will also discuss amending Council Rule 22 to change the petition time for getting items on the committee agenda. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Approve FY24 contract with Arts Missoula ($202,350)
• Approve FY24 contract with International Choral Festival ($12,000)
• Approve FY24 contract with Missoula Aging Services ($368,844.95)
• Approve FY24 contract with Partnership Health Center ($35,000)
• Amend Council Rule 22 to change petition time to three weeks

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will consider two items: setting a public hearing for the Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) grant application, and authorizing a contract with the Poverello Center for outreach and operations services for people without housing. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 30 and September 13, 2023, and public comment.

• Public hearing for PRO Housing grant application set for October 23, 2023
• Contract with Poverello Center for FY24 operations and outreach funding
• Approval of minutes from August 30 and September 13, 2023

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee is meeting to review two ordinance items: one amending Title 18 floodplain hazard management regulations and another interim ordinance for city zoning amendments to comply with 2023 state legislation. Both items are listed as presentations only, meaning the committee will hear about them but no final decision is scheduled. The agenda also includes routine administrative items like roll call and approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting.

• Ordinance amending Title 18 Floodplain Hazard Management Regulations (presentation only)
• Interim ordinance for city zoning amendments complying with 2023 state legislation (presentation only)
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2023 meeting

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board has canceled its scheduled meeting for October 3, 2023. No public hearings were held, and the special presentation on 310 Law was moved to the October 17 agenda. The agenda consists entirely of procedural boilerplate items that were not actioned due to the cancellation.

• Meeting canceled
• Special Presentation: 310 Law rescheduled to October 17, 2023

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council meets on October 2, 2023, to approve routine financial claims totaling $968,654.19 and several utility easements. The body will also take first reading on ordinances updating floodplain hazard management regulations and interim zoning amendments required by 2023 state legislation. Additionally, the Council holds a public hearing on health code revisions regarding solid waste and the repeal of the Bear Buffer Zone.

• Approve accounts payable claims for checks dated October 3, 2023, totaling $968,654.19
• First reading on ordinance amending Title 18 Floodplain Hazard Management Regulations
• Interim zoning ordinance to enact changes required by 2023 state legislation
• Public hearing on ordinance revising MMC 8.02 to incorporate Solid Waste Management revisions and repeal the Bear Buffer Zone
• Approve 7.5-foot wide underground private utility easement for Kiwanis Park

Community Forum

The Missoula Community Forum will hold a public meeting on September 28, 2023, with no items scheduled for a vote. The agenda includes presentations on the Parks, Recreation, Open Space & Trails (PROST) planning process and 2023 state law changes to city subdivision regulations. Staff and neighborhood council reports will also be presented.

• Presentation on Parks, Recreation, Open Space & Trails (PROST) Planning Process by Zac Covington
• Presentation on City Subdivision Regulations State Law Changes 2023 by Jen Gress
• Approval of minutes from the August 24, 2023 meeting
• Staff reports from Kalina Pritchard
• Neighborhood Council reports from all councils

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the previous meeting's minutes. The main substantive item is a recommendation to approve a 7.5-foot-wide underground private utility easement in Kiwanis Park for a buried power line. Public comment is invited.

• Approve 7.5' wide underground utility easement in Kiwanis Park for buried power service
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2023
• Public comment period

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee is meeting to approve an amendment to the Black Knight Security agreement for Operation Shelter and a contract for legal advertising rates with Lee Enterprises. The session also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period.

• Amend Professional Services Agreement with Black Knight Security for Operation Shelter
• Contract for Legal Advertisement Rates with Lee Enterprises (Missoulian)

City Board of Adjustment

The Missoula City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on variance requests from TDS Metrocom, LLC for utility equipment setbacks at four properties. The board also plans to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023-2024 term and approve minutes from November 29, 2022.

• Variance request for front and side interior setbacks at 1527 39th Street
• Variance request for rear and side street setbacks at 1885 Mount Avenue
• Variance request for front setback at 2220 River Road
• Variance request for front setback at 3718 Rattlesnake Drive
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the term ending September 27, 2024

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will approve $1,035,029.37 in accounts payable and sign collective bargaining agreements for wastewater plant operators and building inspectors. The body will also adopt a 35 mph speed limit for Grant Creek Road and reconsider a right-of-way vacation for Lower Miller Creek Road to correct a previous error. Additionally, the council will cancel scheduled public hearings for the Fort Missoula Commons appeal.

• Approve accounts payable claims for $1,035,029.37
• Sign 3-year CBA with MFPE Wastewater Plant Operators and 4-year CBA with Building Inspectors
• Adopt 35 mph speed limit for Grant Creek Road from I-90 interchange north
• Reconsider Lower Miller Creek Road right-of-way vacation to correct Sept 11 error
• Cancel public hearings for Fort Missoula Commons historic preservation appeal

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee met at Greenough Park to approve minutes from April and June 2023 and discuss park updates. The primary discussion item was the draft Coniferous Forest Ecosystem Resource Management Plan, covering content updates, public engagement, and the timeline for completion. The committee also heard a report from USFS Trail Ranger Audrie Bayham on the end of the season and reviewed the 2023/2024 planning calendar.

• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023, and June 15, 2023
• Discussion of the DRAFT CLAC Coniferous Forest Ecosystem Resource Management Plan
• Review of 2023 completed work and 2024 planned work for Greenough Park
• End-of-season report from USFS Trail Ranger Audrie Bayham
• Review of the anticipated 2023/2024 CLAC planning season calendar

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is scheduled to vote on adding the Skyview sport court reconstruction to an existing contract for $145,000. The body will also approve a $139,125 service agreement with Missoula County Public School for the FY24 Afterschool Program. Additionally, staff will present the Marshall Mountain Open Space Acquisition and Master Plan for public discussion, though no vote is recommended for that item.

• Approve Prime Contract Change Order 001 to add Skyview sport court reconstruction to Knife River contract A9130 for $145,000, bringing the total contract value to $498,898
• Approve a $139,125 service agreement with Missoula County Public School for the FY24 Afterschool Program
• Presentation and Q&A on the Marshall Mountain Open Space Acquisition and Master Plan

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is scheduled to review a resolution establishing a 35 mph posted speed limit on Grant Creek Road. The decision is based on an engineering study completed by Public Works & Mobility staff. The agenda also includes approval of the September 13, 2023 minutes and a brief public comment period.

• Adopt resolution for 35 mph speed limit on Grant Creek Road from 300 feet north of I-90 interchange extending 0.91 miles north
• Review engineering study for Grant Creek Road
• Approval of September 13, 2023 minutes

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will vote to authorize the Mayor to sign two new collective bargaining agreements. The first is a four-year contract with the Building Inspectors Union, and the second is a three-year contract with the MFPE Waste Water Plant Operators Unit. The meeting also includes approval of the minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of a four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Building Inspectors Union
• Approval of a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the MFPE Waste Water Plant Operators Unit
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2023 PSHO meeting

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board will hold public hearings on two items: a recommendation on the Elk Valley Ranch Subdivision in Frenchtown, and proposed amendments to the City Subdivision Regulations to comply with 2023 state legislation. The board will also consider approving minutes from September 5, 2023, and hear public comments.

• Public hearing on Elk Valley Ranch Subdivision (Frenchtown) with recommended approval
• Public hearing on City Subdivision Amendments to comply with 2023 state legislation
• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023 (deferred to next meeting)
• Staff announcement on City Council feedback

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review a budget update and discuss several non-action items, including the Missoula Sculpture Park and the Traffic Signal Box Project. The agenda also lists informational updates on the Indigenous Mural Project and the Traffic Circle Project at Hollis & Livingston. No specific dollar amounts, contract awards, or binding decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Budget update review
• Missoula Sculpture Park status update
• Traffic Signal Box Project update
• Indigenous Mural Project update
• Traffic Circle Project (Hollis & Livingston) update

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will review an update on 2018 Open Space Bond funds and consider a Level 1 application for the Clark Fork River Restoration and Access project. A recommended motion would approve the application and move it to Level 2 evaluation. The agenda also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• 2018 Open Space Bond funds update with expenditures summary
• Level 1 application for Clark Fork River Restoration and Access project
• Recommended motion to approve Level 1 and proceed to Level 2
• Public letter from Barry Dutton on non-agenda items

Energy and Climate Team

The Energy and Climate Team will review and approve goals established during a July 10, 2023 strategic planning session. The agenda includes updates on the Missoula Climate Change SIT and the Climate and Sustainability Team. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or legislative votes are listed in the provided text.

• Review and approve E&CT Goals from 7/10/2023 Strategic Planning Session
• Recommend using local carbon offsets to meet city carbon reduction goals
• Update on Missoula Climate Change SIT
• Update on Missoula Climate and Sustainability Team
• Approval of minutes from 7/10/2023

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee met to approve minutes from August 23, 2023, and review a referral regarding a correction to the Business Improvement District (BID) assessments for fiscal year 2024. The agenda includes a recommended motion to levy corrected taxes on parcels in the Downtown BID. The meeting was scheduled for 11:50 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on September 13, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting
• Referral for Business Improvement District Assessments Correction for FY24
• Resolution to levy corrected taxes of $429,737.32 on Downtown BID parcels
• Exhibit A listing corrected FY24 BID Zone 1 and 2 parcels

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee will review three items: reappointments to the Building Code Board of Appeals, a resolution supporting a federal grant for the Reconnecting East Missoula project, and the adoption of updated flood control manuals. The most significant decision involves amending the Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan to secure accreditation for the Clark Fork Levees.

• Adopt updated Flood Control Facilities Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan for Clark Fork Levees accreditation
• Adopt resolution supporting the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) Program grant application titled 'Reconnecting East Missoula'
• Confirm Mayor’s reappointment of Jack Moffett and Heather McMilin to the Building Code Board of Appeals for terms expiring June 30, 2026

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The committee is deciding on a resolution to begin master planning for the Johnson Street Center property, aiming to complete demolition and site preparation within three years. It also proposes increasing the minimum annual allocation to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to $300,000 and directing staff to identify 12 rotating authorized campsites across the city's wards.

• Resolution to commit to master planning the Johnson Street Center Property with a goal of completing demolition and site preparation within three years
• Amendment to Resolution 8440 to increase the minimum annual allocation to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to $300,000
• Pilot project to identify 12 rotating authorized campsites, two in each ward, on city or private property

Parks and Recreation Board

The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board will vote on several referrals, including supporting the acquisition of Marshall Mountain using Open Space Bond funds, approving a mural at Northside Park, and granting a utility easement in Kiwanis Park. They will also discuss the FY24 budget, a parks ordinance update, and City decision lenses.

• Support acquisition of Marshall Mountain with Open Space Bond funds, adopt Conceptual Master Plan, create interlocal agreement with County
• Approve Northside Park bathroom mural plan, pending Parks Director approval
• Approve 7.5-foot-wide underground utility easement in Kiwanis Park for power service
• Adopt interim Conservation Lands Advisory Committee application ranking sheet
• Approve PROST working group criteria and application packet

Missoula Parking Commission

The Missoula Parking Commission is meeting to review financial statements for June and July 2023 and approve a specific upgrade for aging gate equipment. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and hearing public comments. The only specific action item involves a motion to fund the replacement of end-of-life computer systems in the gate equipment.

• Approval of $20,100.00 for T2 PARCS IPC Upgrade - Garage and Gate Equipment
• Review of JCCS Monthly Financial Review for June and July 2023
• Approval of minutes from the July 11, 2023 board meeting

The Missoula Parking Commission approved the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting by unanimous vote. The board reviewed June and July financial statements, noting a healthy cash balance and revenue increases, but no formal actions were taken on those items. No agenda adjustments or other substantive motions were adopted.

• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• No agenda adjustments made

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote on a joint resolution with the county to spend up to $1 million from 2018 Open Space Bond funds to acquire 480 acres of Marshall Mountain. The council will also permanently change the speed limit on Lower Miller Creek Road to 25 mph and approve approximately $1.6 million in accounts payable claims. Additionally, the council will schedule public forums for a detention center parking lot and a Scott Street Community Land Trust parcel.

• Joint City/County resolution to spend up to $1 million from 2018 Open Space Bond funds to acquire 480 acres of Marshall Mountain
• Resolution to permanently change the speed limit to 25 mph on Lower Miller Creek Road within Linda Vista Estates Subdivision
• Resolution to close and vacate a portion of Lower Miller Creek Road public right-of-way in Tract 2 of C.O.S. 6355
• Approval of accounts payable claims totaling $1,078,192.73 for checks dated September 5, 2023
• Approval of accounts payable claims totaling $542,236.44 for checks dated September 12, 2023

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board meets to approve minutes from July 25 and August 15, 2023. Staff presents a project update memo and a presentation on the 'Our Missoula' Growth Policy Update and Code Reform midterm deliverables. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and staff announcements regarding board training on September 27.

• Approval of minutes from July 25, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2023
• Presentation on Our Missoula Update: Midterm Deliverables Approach by Ben Brewer
• Staff announcement for Board Training on September 27
• Review of project update memo dated 9-5-2023

The board approved minutes from July 25 and August 15, 2023. Staff presented the 'Our Missoula' project progress, focusing on equity analysis and upcoming code updates required by state law to allow duplexes and ADUs in more areas.

• Approved July 25, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved August 15, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Missoula Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will hear an information-only presentation on the Missoula Redevelopment Agency's recommended workforce housing guidelines. The committee will also consider directing city administration to identify 12 rotating authorized campsite locations within city limits, and vote on a resolution committing to master planning the Johnson Street Center property and completing demolition within three years.

• Review of MRA Recommended Workforce Housing Guidelines (information only)
• Pilot project for rotating authorized campsites: direct staff to identify 12 locations, two per ward
• Resolution to commit to master planning Johnson Street Center property within one year and demolition within three years

The committee reviewed recommended workforce housing guidelines from the Missoula Redevelopment Agency as an information-only item. Members also discussed a proposal for a one-year pilot project for rotating authorized campsites to address homelessness, though no vote was taken on the proposal.

• MRA Recommended Workforce Housing Guidelines: Information only, no action taken
• Rotating Authorized Campsites Pilot Project: Tabled/No vote taken

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is scheduled to vote on a referral to set a joint City/County public hearing for the Marshall Mountain open space acquisition. The proposed resolution would approve the expenditure of up to $1 million in 2018 Open Space Bond funds to acquire 480 acres from three landowners. The committee will also vote on an appointment to the Open Space Advisory Committee.

• Referral to set a joint City/County public hearing for Oct 4 at Missoula Public Library regarding Marshall Mountain acquisition
• Proposed resolution to approve expenditure of 2018 Open Space Bond funds not to exceed $1 Million for Marshall Mountain
• Acquisition involves 480 acres from The Conservation Fund, Five Valley's Land Trust, and Izzy Dog, LLC (160 acres each)
• Appointment of a regular member to the Open Space Advisory Committee with a term ending Jan 25, 2024

The committee scheduled a joint City/County public hearing for October 4 to consider using 2018 Open Space Bond funds for the acquisition of Marshall Mountain. The proposal involves spending up to $1 million to acquire 480 acres from The Conservation Fund, Five Valley's Land Trust, and Izzy Dog, LLC.

• Approved minutes from August 23, 2023
• Approved joint City/County public hearing on October 4 for Marshall Mountain acquisition (10-0)
• Tabled appointment to the Open Space Advisory Committee to determine needed experience

Park Board Subcommittee CLAC Application Review

The subcommittee discussed developing a uniform scoring rubric to vet candidates for the Conservation Lands Advisory Committee (CLAC). No formal actions were taken; City staff will draft the criteria for future subcommittee approval.

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the annexation, subdivision, and master site plan for Icon Apartment Homes at Dougherty Ranch. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and emergency sheltering services. An ordinance regarding overnight camping in public spaces was rescheduled.

• Approved Icon Apartment Homes annexation and zoning (8-0)
• Approved Icon Apartment Homes Preliminary Plat and Master Site Plan (8-0)
• Approved $789,345 agreement with Poverello Center for Johnson Street Shelter (6-2)
• Approved $852,600 interlocal agreement with Missoula County for Radio Upgrade Project
• Approved $249,723 contract with BluePoint Planning, Inc. for PROST master plan update (8-1)
• Approved $1,817,864.49 in accounts payable
• Approved lease with Burnt Works Customs for 1359 W Broadway (max $1,000/month for one year)
• Rescheduled overnight camping ordinance to November 13, 2023

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group is meeting to discuss old and new business related to the city's growth policy. They will review mixed-use districts and commercial corridors, as well as existing and future placetypes and a degree-of-change framework. New business includes the approach to project midterm deliverables and population growth projections. The meeting is open to the public with time for public comments.

• Discussion of Community Form: Mixed Use Districts and Commercial Corridors
• Review of Existing Placetypes, Future Placetypes and Degree-of-Change Framework
• Approach to Project Midterm Deliverables
• Population Growth Projection

Community Forum

The Community Forum approved a $3,000 request to fund an engagement strategy project, which includes a consulting firm to develop a planning workbook and an engagement toolkit. The board also approved the minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting.

• Approved $3,000 for Engagement Strategy Work (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2023 (voice vote)

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board met on August 24, 2023, to hold a working session on draft Workforce Housing Guidelines. The agenda included a memo, the draft guidelines, FAQs, and a presentation regarding these housing standards. No other substantive decisions or contracts were listed on the agenda.

• Working Session on Workforce Housing Guidelines
• Review of Draft TIF Workforce Housing Guidelines

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee met to approve the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. The primary substantive item was a presentation by Leigh Griffing regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit. No other specific financial decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Presentation by Leigh Griffing

The committee received a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2022 audit and comprehensive annual financial report. Members discussed debt levels and the process for accessing audit information. No legislative actions were taken other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is reviewing a professional services contract for the PROST Comprehensive Master Plan Update. The committee will also conduct interviews for appointments to the Open Space Advisory Committee.

• Contract with BluePoint Planning, Inc. not to exceed $249,723 for PROST master plan update
• Interviews for Open Space Advisory Committee appointments (Lea Bossler and Misty Nelson)
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023

The committee approved a contract with BluePoint Planning, Inc. to update the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) Comprehensive Master Plan. The committee also conducted interviews for the Open Space Advisory Committee, with a final vote pending a third interview.

• Approved contract with BluePoint Planning, Inc. not to exceed $249,723 for PROST comprehensive master plan update (9-0)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2023

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is scheduled to vote on three specific agreements. The most significant is an interlocal agreement with Missoula County for a radio upgrade project, capped at $852,600. The committee will also approve a Memorandum of Understanding for the Wye Infrastructure Plan and a one-year lease for 1359 W Broadway.

• Approve Interlocal Agreement with Missoula County for Radio Upgrade Project, not to exceed $852,600.00
• Approve Memorandum of Understanding for the Wye Infrastructure Plan
• Approve lease agreement with Burnt Works Customs for 1359 W Broadway, not to exceed $1,000 per month for one year

The committee approved an interlocal agreement with Missoula County for radio site upgrades and a memorandum of understanding for the Wye Infrastructure Plan. A one-year lease agreement for a city-owned property on W Broadway was also approved.

• Approved MOU for the Wye Infrastructure Plan (8-0)
• Approved one-year lease for 1359 W Broadway to Burnt Works Customs LLC, not to exceed $1,000 a month (8-0)
• Approved Radio Upgrade Project interlocal agreement with Missoula County, not to exceed $852,600.00 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2023

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will review outcomes from the 2022 CDBG/HOME programs and vote on a contract with The Poverello Center for emergency sheltering services at the Johnson Street Shelter. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 16, 2023, and public comment.

• Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with The Poverello Center for Johnson Street Shelter operations
• Review of Program Year 2022 CDBG/HOME outcomes (information only)
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023 meeting

The committee approved a one-year contract for the Poverello Center to provide emergency sheltering services at the Johnson Street site. Members discussed security, biohazard cleanup, and the need for a permanent shelter location. The 2022 CDBG/HOME outcomes report was presented but referred to the City Council for a public hearing.

• Approved contract for Poverello Center emergency sheltering services at Johnson Street (6-3)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2023 meeting
• Referred 2022 CDBG/HOME outcomes to August 28 City Council meeting to set a public hearing

Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission

The Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission is meeting to review its current programming schedule, identify events for MCAT to record or televise, and discuss other routine business. The meeting includes public comment periods and a review of minutes from a previous meeting. Bylaws discussion is deferred to the September 18, 2023 meeting.

• Review current programming schedule recorded/televised
• Identify events for MCAT to record/televise
• Bylaws discussion deferred to September 18, 2023
• Minutes of May 15, 2023 to be reviewed later
• Next meeting set for September 18, 2023 at 3:00 pm

The commission identified several University of Montana and community events for MCAT to record or televise. Staff provided updates on city and county meeting coverage hours and the implementation of a $15,000 annual budget for live close-captioning services.

• Identified UM Shakespeare in the Park (Aug 29-30) for recording
• Identified UM Knowles Hall Reopening (Aug 23) for recording
• Identified UM Fall Welcome and President Bodnar Speech (Aug 25) for recording
• Identified Mansfield Dialogue (Sept 14) for recording
• Tabled review of May 15, 2023 minutes
• Tabled bylaws discussion to September 18, 2023 meeting

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will hold final consideration on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including a proposed 7% increase to several fee schedules, and will also vote on the Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane preliminary plat. A public hearing will be held for the Icon Apartment Homes annexation, subdivision, and master site plan, with a decision expected later. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable and special assessments for sidewalk snow removal and hazardous vegetation.

• Approve accounts payable of $1,840,260.84 for checks dated August 22, 2023
• Adopt resolutions for sidewalk snow removal assessments totaling $1,085.00 and hazardous vegetation assessments totaling $2,704.25
• Approve Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Boulevard Subdivision preliminary plat
• Adopt FY2024 budget and resolutions for 7% fee increases for Parks & Recreation, business licensing, land use/planning/engineering, fire inspection, and wastewater permits
• Public hearing on Icon Apartment Homes annexation, subdivision, and master site plan

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, annual appropriations, and tax levies. The council also approved a 7% fee increase for several city services and approved a new residential subdivision plat.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Budget, annual appropriations, and Capital Improvement Program (9-3)
• Adopted resolution levying taxes for municipal and administrative purposes for FY 2024 (9-3)
• Approved 7% fee increase for Business Licensing, Land Use and Planning, and Engineering (9-3)
• Approved 7% fee increase for fire inspection, plan checking, and pyrotechnic displays (9-3)
• Approved 7% fee increase for wastewater industrial interceptor variance and waste hauler permits (9-3)
• Adopted updated Parks and Recreation master fee schedule effective Jan 1, 2024 (9-3)
• Approved Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Boulevard Subdivision preliminary plat (12-0)
• Approved $1,840,260.84 in accounts payable for checks dated August 22, 2023 (12-0)

Police Commission

The Missoula Police Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May 11, 2023, hold public hearings for citizen complaints and officer discipline appeals, and take public comment. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting
• Public hearings for citizen complaints and officer discipline appeals
• Closed session under MCA 2-3-203 for privacy and confidential criminal justice information
• Review of compliments and complaints resolved in past quarter

The commission approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023, meeting with one change. Assistant Chief Jake Rosling provided updates on department vacancies, hiring, workers' compensation injuries, military activations, and the budget process.

• Approved May 11, 2023, minutes with change regarding meeting schedule

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Board approved TIF funding for professional services related to two water network projects. The Board also approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved July 20, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
• Approved up to $131,040 in TIF funding for IMEG professional services for the Montana Idaho Water & Sidewalk Project (Phase 2)
• Approved up to $71,875 in TIF funding for IMEG Professional Services for the Dearborn/Kemp Water Main Project

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will consider the Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane major subdivision application, which is scheduled for final City Council consideration on August 21, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of the August 9, 2023 minutes and public comment periods.

• Review of Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane major subdivision application
• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2023
• Public comment periods for agenda items

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will vote to approve an operations agreement with The Poverello Center for emergency sheltering services at the Johnson Street Shelter. The committee will also receive an informational presentation introducing the development team for the redevelopment of the former library block at 301 E. Main Street. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text for the shelter contract.

• Approval of Poverello Center contract for operations at Johnson Street Shelter
• Informational presentation on redevelopment of 301 E. Main Street (Former Library Block)

The committee held the operational contract for the Johnson Street Shelter in committee until the next meeting following public comment and proposed amendments. The committee also received an informational presentation regarding the selection of Edlen and Company to redevelop 301 E. Main Street.

• Approved July 26th 2023 minutes
• Held Poverello Center Johnson Street contract in committee for further discussion

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee met to approve the minutes from the previous session and hear a presentation on the City's Climate Strategies. No votes or decisions were made on the climate strategies item, which was for information only.

• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2023
• Presentation on the City's Climate Strategies by Jordan Hess (information only)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 executive budget and will consider 14 amendments, including proposals to rescind funding for clean energy, lobbying, and JEDI programs, as well as add spending for pallet shelters and traffic management. The committee will also vote on special assessments for sidewalk snow removal ($1,085) and hazardous vegetation ($2,704.25) for FY2023.

• Special assessment of $1,085 for sidewalk snow removal (winter 2022-2023)
• Special assessment of $2,704.25 for hazardous vegetation and weed control (FY2023)
• Amendment to rescind $711,083 from Missoula Redevelopment Agency
• Amendment to add 15 pallet shelters and 1 bathroom station
• Amendment to increase City Council salary by 5.73% for COLA

The committee approved special assessments for sidewalk snow removal and hazardous vegetation. It also approved a $21,700 amendment for a herbicide-free pilot program while rejecting several other proposed budget amendments.

• Approved $1,085.00 in sidewalk snow removal assessments (9-2)
• Approved $2,704.25 in hazardous vegetation assessments (10-1)
• Approved $21,700 Herbicide Free, McCormick Pilot Program budget amendment (8-3)
• Denied amendment to remove funding for 100% Clean Electricity projects (2-9)
• Denied amendment to redistribute $711,083 from Missoula Redevelopment Agency (4-6)
• Denied amendment to rescind funding for Granicus Host Compliance Software (2-9)
• Denied amendment to rescind Justice, Equity, Diversion, and Inclusion Program funding (3-7)
• Tabled amendments regarding Legislative and Lobbying Program, Pallet Shelters, and Council COLA

Planning Board

The board heard a staff presentation and applicant testimony regarding the Icon Apartment Homes annexation, subdivision, and master site plan. Staff recommended approval of the subdivision subject to 37 conditions. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the proposal.

• Deferred approval of July 25, 2023 minutes to the following meeting

Public Art Committee

The Missoula Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss a budget update and several non-action items, including the Missoula Sculpture Park, public art maintenance in parks, the Traffic Signal Box Project, and the Indigenous Mural Project. The agenda also includes tabled projects like branding and the Rattlesnake Neighborhood, but no formal action items are listed.

• Budget update
• Missoula Sculpture Park discussion
• Public art maintenance in parks, including cleaning of 'We Are But One Thread'
• Traffic Signal Box Project
• Indigenous Mural Project

Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee will review and approve the FY2024 Unified Planning Work Program and the FY2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also approve a letter of support for Missoula County’s PROTECT grant application to repair the Lolo St Bridge. Additionally, the committee will hear presentations on the draft 2023 MPO Transportation Survey, the final Higgins Avenue Corridor Plan, and draft Carbon Reduction Strategies.

• Approval of the FY2024 Unified Planning Work Program
• Approval of the FY2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
• Approval of a letter of support for Missoula County’s PROTECT grant application to repair the Lolo St Bridge
• Presentation of the final Higgins Avenue Corridor Plan
• Review of draft Carbon Reduction Strategies for the Statewide Carbon Reduction Plan

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget and the Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Major Subdivision, with final votes scheduled for August 21, 2023. The council will also vote on several fee increases effective September 1, 2023, including compost tipping, hauled waste, and county wastewater meter fees. Additionally, the council will approve a $1.78 million accounts payable package and a service agreement with 2G Energy for wastewater plant maintenance.

• Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget, with final consideration on August 21, 2023
• Public hearing on the Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Major Subdivision, with final consideration on August 21, 2023
• Resolution increasing Compost Tipping Fees effective September 1, 2023, with an amendment to keep small load fees at $3
• Resolution increasing Hauled Waste Fees effective September 1, 2023
• Approval of accounts payable in the amount of $1,780,831.73 for checks dated August 15, 2023

The City Council incorporated changes to a resolution for the PROTECT Grant application to reflect a lower project cost and local match. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Updated PROTECT Grant resolution to reduce total project cost from nearly $4 million to $3.7 million
• Reduced local match for PROTECT Grant by approximately $60,000

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Missoula Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board met to review city staff updates on grant applications for the E Broadway/Old Hwy 200 and Lolo St Bridge projects. The board also discussed new business items including Beartracks Bridge education and the Transform Brooks - Connect Midtown project. No specific votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda text.

• Grant applications for E Broadway/Old Hwy 200 and Lolo St Bridge
• Beartracks Bridge education
• Transform Brooks - Connect Midtown

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee met on August 10, 2023, to conduct a site visit along the Clark Fork River. The committee and staff gathered at the Boone and Crockett parking lot to review project updates for river restoration and access improvements. No new ordinances or contracts were decided at this meeting.

• Site visit for Clark Fork River Restoration and Access
• Review of Beartracks Bridge Preliminary Design
• Review of Madison St. and Toole Park River Access 90 percent design
• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2023

The Open Space Advisory Committee conducted a site visit to review river restoration and access projects. Staff provided updates on the use of 2018 Open Space Bond proceeds and current design plans for access points. No formal votes were taken other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved July 13, 2023 minutes

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee approved a resolution to increase the number of trustees on the Tourism Business Improvement District board. The board size will increase from five to seven members to allow for greater representation of participating hotels and motels.

• Approved resolution expanding Tourism Business Improvement District board of trustees from five to seven members (6-0)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hear an introductory presentation and discussion on the proposed Icon Apartment Homes annexation, preliminary subdivision plat, and master site plan, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions. The committee will also receive an informational overview of the Code Reform Midterm Deliverables process. Public comment will be taken, and minutes from previous meetings will be approved.

• Icon Apartment Homes annexation, subdivision, and master site plan (Tract B of COS 6850)
• Staff recommended motions to approve annexation, preliminary plat, and master site plan with conditions
• Process overview for Code Reform Midterm Deliverables (informational only)
• Approval of minutes from July 26 and August 2, 2023 meetings

The committee held an introductory presentation and discussion regarding the annexation, subdivision, and master site plan for Icon Apartment Homes. No formal votes were taken on the proposal during this meeting. The committee also received an informational update on the Our Missoula Code Reform and Growth Policy.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2023
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2023

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will vote to adopt a joint resolution with the Board of County Commissioners recognizing Missoula’s historic Chinese community. The committee will also appoint Amy Boote and re-appoint Jesse McCormick to the Energy and Climate Team for terms ending May 31, 2024. Additionally, the committee will approve the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting.

• Adopt joint resolution recognizing Missoula’s historic Chinese community and providing for its commemoration
• Strike the 9th whereas clause regarding fearmongering and scapegoating of Asians and Asian Americans
• Appoint Amy Boote to the Energy and Climate Team for a term ending May 31, 2024
• Re-appoint Jesse McCormick to the Energy and Climate Team for a term ending May 31, 2024
• Approve minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting

The committee approved a joint resolution with the Missoula Board of County Commissioners to recognize and commemorate the city's historic Chinese community. Additionally, the committee appointed two youth members to the Energy and Climate Team.

• Approved joint resolution recognizing Missoula’s historic Chinese community (8-0)
• Appointed Amy Boote and re-appointed Jesse McCormick to the Energy and Climate Team (7-0)
• Approved July 26, 2023 minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget, including Mayor Hess's presentation and various council amendments. The body will also vote on a resolution for Pooled Special Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter and Alley Approach Bonds, Series 2023. Additionally, the committee will consider draft fee resolutions for parks, wastewater, fire inspections, and community planning.

• Resolution for Pooled Special Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter and Alley Approach Bonds, Series 2023A (Taxable) and 2023B (Tax-Exempt)
• Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget review, including Mayor Hess's final presentation
• Draft fee resolutions for Parks, Wastewater, Fire Inspection, and Community Planning Development and Innovation
• Jones/Becerra Amendment to adjust Non-Discrimination Ordinance Education funding from $40,000 to $20,000
• West Amendment to defund the JEDI Program and fund after-school Parks & Recreation programming at Missoula Title 1 schools

The Budget and Finance Committee approved a resolution for pooled special sidewalk, curb, gutter, and alley approach bonds. The committee also approved a $20,000 budget amendment for Non-Discrimination Ordinance education. Several other budget amendments were denied or postponed.

• Approved Pooled Special Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter and Alley Approach Bonds, Series 2023 (11-0)
• Approved $20,000 budget amendment for Non-Discrimination Ordinance Education and Community Outreach (10-1)
• Denied budget amendment for Sustainable Building Incentives Startup Funds (2-9)
• Denied budget amendment for City Council Communication Stipend (1-8)
• Denied amendment to defund JEDI Program to fund after school Parks & Recreation programming at Title 1 schools (1-8)
• Postponed Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Presentation due to technical difficulties
• Tabled Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan Quick-Build Amendment to next week's agenda

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is scheduled to vote on establishing 25 mph speed limits for specific segments of Mary Jane Boulevard and Flynn Lane. The agenda also includes approving a maintenance contract with 2G Energy and supporting a federal grant application for the Lolo Street Replacement project.

• Adopt resolution for 25 mph speed limits on Mary Jane Boulevard (Mullan Rd to Melrose Pl, Camden St to W. Broadway) and Flynn Lane (Mullan Rd to W. Broadway)
• Approve service agreement with 2G Energy for wastewater treatment plant co-gen maintenance not to exceed $85,031.65
• Adopt resolution to close and vacate portion of Lower Miller Creek Road right-of-way in Linda Vista Estates Phase 2
• Set 25 mph speed limit for Lower Miller Creek Road in Linda Vista Estates Phase 2
• Adopt resolution supporting Missoula County’s PROTECT 2023 grant application for Lolo Street Replacement

Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee

The Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee will review recommended updates to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund policies and procedures manual. Staff will present a funding review of projects supported by the Trust Fund and the committee will discuss the final team charter. Additionally, the committee will announce a public hearing scheduled for August 7 regarding the Bridge Apartments Low Income Housing Tax Credit application.

• Review of Affordable Housing Trust Fund Policies and Procedure Manual
• AHTF Funding Review presentation on funded projects
• Review of Affordable Housing Resident Committee Charter
• Announcement of Public Hearing for Bridge Apartments Low Income Housing Tax Credit Application

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though staff provided updates on working groups, trust fund policies, and a potential grant application for the Bridge Apartments.

• Approved prior meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote to submit a fire department levy to voters, seeking up to 40 mills (approx. $7 million annually) for emergency services. The body will also hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget and various utility fee changes, including wastewater meters and compost tipping fees. Additionally, the council will approve accounts payable totaling over $3.1 million and set public hearings for several land use projects, including the Icon Apartment Homes annexation.

• Fire levy resolution for up to 40 mills (approx. $7 million annually) for Fire and Emergency Services, to be voted on November 7, 2023
• Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget public hearing, with final consideration scheduled for August 21, 2023
• Accounts payable approval of $1,398,613.55 (Aug 1) and $1,784,775.86 (Aug 8)
• Contract approval for Central House Strategies ($107,500) and Missoula Economic Partnership ($100,000/year for 3 years)
• Public hearings for Icon Apartment Homes annexation, Missoula Loft Homes subdivision, and Fort Missoula Commons appeal

The City Council approved the minutes from the July 17, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments on non-agenda items and the announcement of upcoming committee meetings.

• Approved minutes from the July 17, 2023 Meeting

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider two main items: a resolution to place a fire levy question on the November 7, 2023 ballot, and a contract with the Missoula Economic Partnership. The meeting also includes approval of the July 26, 2023 minutes and public comment.

• Resolution to submit to voters a permanent levy of up to 40 mills (approx. $7 million annually) for Fire and Emergency Services
• Contract with Missoula Economic Partnership for $100,000 per year for three years (FY24-FY26)
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2023 PSHO meeting

The committee approved a resolution to place a permanent fire department levy on the November 2023 ballot. It also authorized a three-year contract with the Missoula Economic Partnership. Minutes from the July 26 meeting were approved.

• Approved resolution to put a permanent levy of up to 40 mills (approx. $7M annually) for Fire and Emergency Services on the Nov 7, 2023 ballot (11-0)
• Approved $100,000 annual contract for three years with Missoula Economic Partnership (10-1)
• Denied amendment to reduce Missoula Economic Partnership funding to $50,000 per year
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee met on August 2, 2023, to handle administrative business and one specific planning item. The committee is scheduled to set a public hearing for August 14, 2023, regarding the Missoula Loft Homes project on the Mary Jane Major Subdivision. Following the hearing, the item is set to be referred to the Land Use and Planning (LUP) committee on August 16, 2023.

• Set public hearing for August 14, 2023, for Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Major Subdivision
• Refer Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Major Subdivision to LUP on August 16, 2023

The Land Use and Planning Committee scheduled a public hearing for the Missoula Loft Homes on Mary Jane Major Subdivision. The item is referred back to the committee on August 16, 2023.

• Approved public hearing for Missoula Loft Homes Mary Jane Major Subdivision on August 14, 2023 (7-0)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee approved setting public hearings for August 28, 2023, regarding several fiscal year 2024 assessments. The committee also heard presentations from various departments for the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget.

• Approved setting August 28 public hearing for Park District 1, Road District 1, Tourism BID, and Downtown BID assessments (9-0)
• Approved setting August 28 public hearing for Pooled Sidewalk Curb Gutter and Alley Approach Improvements assessments (9-0)
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee met for 30 minutes to handle administrative business and review one substantive item. The primary action was a referral to amend City Council Rule 4 to comply with the Ninth Circuit decision in Acosta v. City of Costa Mesa. No budget, zoning, or contract items were on the agenda.

• Amendment to City Council Rule 4 to comply with Acosta v. City of Costa Mesa

The committee discussed amending City Council Rule 4 to comply with the Ninth Circuit decision in Acosta v. City of Costa Mesa. The item was held in committee for further review in September due to ongoing budget work.

• Held amendment to City Council Rule 4 in committee

City Council--No Meeting

The Missoula City Council has scheduled no meeting for Monday, July 31, 2023. The agenda consists solely of an announcement stating that no meeting will take place at the scheduled time of 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There are no items for decision, discussion, or public comment.

• No meeting scheduled for July 31, 2023

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group met on July 28, 2023, to discuss updates to the Community Form analysis. The agenda focused on reviewing residential placetypes, recent state law changes affecting land use, and frameworks for mixed-use districts and commercial corridors. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were recorded in the agenda text.

• Overview on Community Form Analysis: Residential Placetypes
• Overview of Land Use Related Changes to State Law
• Community Form: Mixed Use Districts and Commercial Corridors
• Existing Placetypes, Future Placetypes and Degree-of-Change Framework

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The committee approved a $107,500 contract for advocacy and lobbying services and a three-year contract with the Missoula Economic Partnership. A proposal to reduce the economic partnership funding from $100,000 to $50,000 per year was defeated.

• Approved $107,500 contract with Central House Strategies for 2023 interim through 2025 legislature (9-2)
• Approved $100,000 per year contract with Missoula Economic Partnership for three years (9-2)
• Denied amendment to reduce Missoula Economic Partnership funding to $50,000 per year (2-9)
• Approved July 19, 2023 minutes

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee met to approve minutes from July 19, 2023, and receive an informational update on the Johnson Street Shelter. No votes or decisions were taken on the shelter item, which was presented for information only. Public comment was received regarding the shelter's location and safety concerns.

• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023
• Informational update on Johnson Street Shelter by Emily Armstrong

The committee received a status update and presentation regarding the temporary one-year reopening of the Johnson Street Shelter. No votes were taken as the item was for informational purposes only.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2023

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will consider setting a public hearing for September 11, 2023, to hear an appeal of the May 3, 2023, Historic Preservation Commission decision regarding Fort Missoula Commons (Post Hospital) Historic Preservation permit applications at 3255 Lt. Moss Road. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of minutes from July 19, 2023, and public comment.

• Set public hearing on September 11, 2023, for appeal of Historic Preservation Commission decision on Fort Missoula Commons
• Appeal concerns Historic Preservation permit applications at 3255 Lt. Moss Road
• Referral and letters from Save the Fort Inc. attached
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023

The Land Use and Planning Committee approved a public hearing to review an appeal regarding the denial of a Historic Preservation Permit for Fort Missoula Commons. The hearing is set for September 11, 2023, to determine if the Historic Preservation Commission made the correct decision.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2023
• Scheduled public hearing for September 11, 2023, regarding Fort Missoula Commons appeal (11-0)

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider adopting a joint resolution with the County Commission to recognize and commemorate Missoula's historic Chinese community. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Resolution memorializing Missoula's Chinese history
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023

The committee discussed a joint resolution with the Board of County Commissioners to recognize and commemorate Missoula's historic Chinese community. After debate over the language of the 9th whereas clause, the item was held in committee until August 2.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2023
• Denied motion to send the Chinese History resolution back to committee (4-7)
• Held the joint resolution recognizing Missoula's historic Chinese community in committee until August 2

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to review referrals for the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget. The agenda allocates specific time blocks for presentations from the Public Works & Mobility department, the Police Department, and the Municipal Court. No specific dollar amounts or final budget decisions are listed in the agenda text, only the referral of the budget documents.

• Referral of Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget
• Public Works & Mobility FY24 Budget Presentation
• Police Department FY24 Budget Presentation
• Municipal Court FY24 Budget Presentation

The committee heard presentations on current activities and future needs from Public Works & Mobility, the Police Department, and the Municipal Court. No substantive votes or decisions were made regarding the budget referrals.

• Approved minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting

Cemetery Board

The Missoula Cemetery Board is meeting to approve the April 25, 2023 minutes, hear public comments, and discuss new business items including Stories and Stones, cemetery booklets, and a FourFront update. They will also receive operational and financial updates for April through June. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2023
• New business: Stories and Stones (Suzette Dussault)
• New business: Cemetery booklets (Lori Hart)
• New business: FourFront update (Brett Gilman)
• Financial update with April, May, June revenue and expenditure reports

The Board approved the April 25, 2023, meeting minutes with corrections. Members discussed the upcoming Stories and Stones event and the conclusion of the FourFront design project. Staff provided updates on record burial numbers and personnel changes.

• Approved April 25, 2023, minutes with corrections

Planning Board

The Planning Board recommended approval for a 14-acre RV park in Seeley Lake featuring 70 spaces and 3 lots. The board also recommended five variances regarding road widths, right-of-way dimensions, trail requirements, and space separation.

• Recommended approval of variance for 26’ wide subdivision roads
• Recommended approval of variance for 60’ wide right-of-way
• Recommended approval of variance for non-motorized trails along 16’ wide roads
• Recommended approval of variance for non-motorized trails along 26’ wide roads
• Recommended approval of variance for 30’ separation between RV spaces
• Recommended approval of Lazy Acres RV park Subdivision
• Approved June 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council is scheduling public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget, which includes proposed increases to wastewater, fire inspection, and other service fees. The council also plans to vote on approving accounts payable totaling $1,858,024.19 and a $124,578.00 grant for victim services. Additionally, the council will consider approving a new collective bargaining agreement for the Missoula Police Officer Association and a development agreement for the Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A.

• Set public hearings for FY2024 Budget, CIP, and fee increases for Public Works, Parks, and Wastewater
• Approve accounts payable in the amount of $1,858,024.19 for checks dated July 25, 2023
• Approve $124,578.00 Montana Board of Crime Control Victims of Crime Act grant award
• Approve new collective bargaining agreement for the Missoula Police Officer Association
• Approve Development Agreement with Tollefson Properties LLC for Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 26 and July 10, 2023 meetings. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments regarding housing, taxes, and homelessness.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will consider adopting the Midtown Master Plan (URD III) based on a presentation by Buchanan & Brock. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reviews of FY23 and FY24 budget status reports. No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Request for adoption of the Midtown Master Plan (URD III)
• Approval of June 22, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
• Review of FY23 and FY24 Budget Status Reports
• Review of FY23 Staff Activities Reports (5/6/23 - 7/1/23)

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board approved the Midtown Missoula Master Plan to guide investments and decision making in Urban Renewal District III. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 22, 2023.

• Adopted Midtown Missoula Master Plan for Urban Renewal District III (Approved)
• Approved June 22, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes (Approved)

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The committee approved a motion to hold a public hearing regarding a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit application for the Bridge Apartments. The hearing is scheduled for August 7, 2023, to meet application requirements for BlueLine Development LLC.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2023
• Approved motion to hold public hearing on August 7 for BlueLine Development LLC's Bridge Apartments tax credit application (9-0)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will consider approving a Development Agreement with Tollefson Properties LLC for a roundabout at Lower Miller Creek Road and Old Bitterroot Road, related to the Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A. The meeting also includes approval of the July 12, 2023 minutes and public comment.

• Development Agreement with Tollefson Properties LLC for roundabout at Lower Miller Creek Road and Old Bitterroot Road
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023
• Public comment period

The Land Use and Planning Committee approved a development agreement with Tollefson Properties LLC for a roundabout at Lower Miller Creek Road and Old Bitterroot Road. The agreement allocates 36% of the responsibility to the developer. The item was placed on the July 24, 2023, Consent Agenda.

• Approved development agreement for Lower Miller Creek Road and Old Bitterroot Road roundabout (9-1)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2023

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will consider adopting a joint City Council and County Commission resolution recognizing Missoula's historic Chinese community and providing for its commemoration. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 28, 2023, and public comment periods.

• Resolution memorializing Missoula's Chinese history, with referral, resolution text, and PowerPoint on Missoula's Chinese Cemetery as attachments
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting
• Public comment periods for administrative business, public comment, and committee business

The committee approved the minutes from June 28, 2023. A proposed joint resolution to recognize and commemorate Missoula's historic Chinese community was kept in committee for a future hearing.

• Approved June 28, 2023 minutes
• Kept Memorializing Missoula’s Chinese History Resolution in committee

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider two items: a new collective bargaining agreement with the Missoula Police Officer Association and an addendum to the security services contract for City Hall and Council Chambers. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment.

• Approve new Collective Bargaining Agreement with Missoula Police Officer Association
• Approve addendum to Black Knight Security & Investigations service agreement for City Hall
• Public comment period
• Approval of July 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved a new four-year collective bargaining agreement for the Missoula Police Officer Association and an addendum for security services at City Hall. The police contract includes a wage matrix change totaling an increase of $1,125,257.00.

• Approved authorization for Mayor to sign Missoula Police Officer Association CBA (9-1)
• Approved authorization for Mayor Hess to sign Black Knight Security & Investigations service agreement addendum (8-1)
• Approved meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing the fiscal year 2024 executive budget, including presentations from several departments, and considering a grant award and street lighting assessments. The committee will vote on setting public hearings for the budget and related fee resolutions, as well as for the street lighting district assessments.

• Authorize mayor to sign $124,578 Montana Board of Crime Control Victims of Crime Act grant for Victim Services Project
• Set public hearings for FY2024 budget, CIP, PML, and BID/TBID/Park/Road/Special District work plans and budgets
• Proposed fee increases for Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Business Licensing, Land Use, Planning, Engineering, Fire inspection, and Wastewater permits
• Set public hearing on $285,645.30 street lighting district assessments for FY2024

The Budget and Finance Committee scheduled public hearings for the FY 2024 Executive Budget and various district work plans. The committee also approved a grant for victim services and set a hearing for street lighting assessments.

• Approved authorization for mayor to sign $124,578.00 Victims of Crime Act grant (9-0)
• Approved setting public hearings Aug 7 and 14 for FY 2024 Budget, CIP, and PML (10-0)
• Approved setting public hearings Aug 7 and 14 for BID, TBID, and other special district budgets (10-0)
• Approved setting public hearings Aug 7 and 14 for fee increases across multiple departments (10-0)
• Approved setting Aug 14 public hearing for $285,645.30 in street lighting assessments (9-0)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee will vote to approve Amendment #4 to the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also approve a letter of support for the CSKT US-93 Wildlife Crossing Grant Application. Additionally, the MPO will present the draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and the scope of work for the 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update.

• Approval of Amendment #4 to the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program
• Approval of a letter of support for the CSKT US-93 Wildlife Crossing Grant Application
• Presentation of draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program
• Presentation of draft 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update scope of work

Public Art Committee

The committee approved three artists for the traffic signal box project and authorized a reimbursement to Parks & Recreation for sculpture maintenance materials. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May and June 2023.

• Approved 3 TSB artists: Kaisha Meichell Gerhardt, Monica Gilles-Brings Yellow, and Batoul Khoulani
• Approved $250.00 transfer to Parks & Rec for 'elephant snot' tagging removal substance
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $3,181,452.74 in accounts payable and setting a public hearing for a downtown street maintenance assessment of $141,084.38. They will also hold a public forum on the University of Montana's indoor practice facility, which the council cannot deny, and consider a subdivision exemption at Inez and Idaho Streets.

• Approve accounts payable of $3,181,452.74 for checks dated July 18, 2023
• Set public hearing for Street Maintenance District #1 downtown assessment of $141,084.38 for FY 2024
• Public forum for University of Montana Indoor Practice Facility (no denial power)
• Subdivision exemption to aggregate nine lots to eight at Inez & Idaho Streets
• Consent agenda includes committee reports and minutes

The meeting consisted of procedural items and public comment. No official actions were decided, approved, or denied during the session.

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Missoula County Open Lands Committee and City Open Space Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss and potentially recommend using up to $1 million in 2018 Open Space Bond funds to acquire Marshall Mountain, including about 480 acres from three properties. The meeting will also approve minutes from previous meetings and take public comments.

• Proposed motion to recommend up to $1 million from 2018 Open Space Bond funds for Marshall Mountain acquisition
• Acquisition includes ~480 acres from The Conservation Fund, Five Valley's Land Trust, and Izzy Dog, LLC (each ~160 acres)
• Funds to cover acquisition, grant match, and initial capital improvements for public safety and access
• Approval of minutes from June 8 and June 29, 2023 meetings

The Open Space Advisory Committee and Open Lands Committee held a discussion regarding the use of 2018 Open Space Bond funds to acquire Marshall Mountain. Members and public representatives debated the project's impact on wildlife, recreation demand, and long-term maintenance costs. No final vote or decision on the acquisition was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Open Space Advisory Committee meeting minutes from June 8 and 29, 2023
• Approved Open Lands Committee meeting minutes from June 8, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The committee received an informational presentation regarding 14 solutions for houseless programs. Discussion focused on funding gaps, the end of the previous 10-year plan, and the potential opening of the Johnson Street Shelter as a short-term measure.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee approved an entitlement request for a subdivision exemption to aggregate nine lots into eight and relocate a boundary line. The item is scheduled for final consideration by the City Council on July 17, 2023.

• Approved minutes from June 28, 2023
• Approved subdivision exemption to aggregate nine lots to eight and perform boundary line relocation at Inez & Idaho Streets

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed amendment to Council Rule 21 concerning how referrals are added to committee agendas. No vote was taken on the proposal, and the item is being held in committee.

• Tabled Rule 21 Amendment to City Council Rules (no vote taken)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget, including presentations from the Fire Department and Health Department. The committee is also scheduled to set a public hearing for a special assessment on Street Maintenance District #1 in the downtown area. This assessment, totaling $141,084.38, is intended to cover the cost of flushing and removing street rubbish in FY2024.

• Public hearing set for August 7, 2023, on a $141,084.38 special assessment for Street Maintenance District #1 (Downtown)
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget
• Fire Department FY24 budget presentation
• Health Department FY24 overview presentation

The Budget and Finance Committee approved a motion to hold a public hearing regarding a special assessment for Street Maintenance District #1. The committee also received budget presentations from the Fire and Health departments.

• Approved minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting
• Approved setting a public hearing on August 7, 2023, for a $141,084.38 special assessment for Street Maintenance District #1 (9-0)

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board is holding a public hearing on a proposed zoning regulation maintenance update for Missoula County. The board will consider recommending approval of the updated zoning code, which implements the 2019 Missoula Area Land Use Element and the 2016 Missoula County Growth Policy. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes (deferred), and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Missoula County Zoning Regulation Maintenance Update
• Recommended motion to approve the proposed zoning code as a zoning regulation
• Staff report and project update memo attached to agenda
• Minutes from June 20, 2023 deferred to next meeting

The Planning Board recommended approval of amendments to the Missoula County Zoning Code to implement the 2019 Missoula Area Land Use Element and the 2016 Missoula County Growth Policy. The updates focused on typographical errors, context changes, and legislative requirements rather than policy shifts. The recommendation moves to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of the amended Missoula County Zoning Code (7-0)
• Deferred approval of June 20, 2023 minutes to the next meeting

Missoula Parking Commission

The commission approved annual funding for the Missoula Ravalli Transit Management Association (MRTMA) vanpool program. Members also reviewed May 2023 financial statements and discussed potential parking management changes near the Missoula Public Library.

• Approved $6,000 in FY24 funding for MRTMA vanpool program (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The meeting consisted of public comments on non-agenda items. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the provided minutes.

Energy and Climate Team

The Missoula Energy and Climate Team meets to approve minutes from June 8 and review the team's new bylaws. The agenda focuses on a strategic review to define the team's purpose, including integration with the City's Sustainable Infrastructure Working Team (SIWT) and outreach activities. No specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed for decision.

• Review of new bylaws approved on March 16, 2023
• Strategic review on integrating with the City's SIWT
• Discussion on the 100% clean electricity goal
• Planning for the Youth Team Member program
• Review of climate resilience and adaptation efforts

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee

The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval for Amendment #4 to the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also hear presentations on the draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and the scope of work for the 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update. Standard procedural items include roll call, election of a temporary chair, and approval of previous minutes.

• Review and recommendation of approval for Amendment #4 to the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program
• Presentation of draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program
• Presentation of draft 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan Update scope of work

Historic Preservation Commission

The Missoula Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to hear three special presentations: the restoration of a porch at 1005 Gerald Avenue, a media implementation plan for Caras, East Caras, and Bess Reed Park, and a proposal to memorialize Missoula's Chinese Cemetery. No motions are required for these items. The commission will also approve minutes from its May 3rd meeting and take public comment.

• 1005 Gerald Avenue North Porch Restoration presentation by Anthony Krolczyk (Scariano Construction)
• Caras, East Caras, and Bess Reed Park Media Implementation Plan presentation by Kayla Blackman (Historical Research Associates, Inc.)
• Memorializing Missoula's Chinese Cemetery presentation by Paul Kim
• Approval of minutes from May 3rd, 2023

The commission approved the minutes from the May 3, 2023 meeting. Three special presentations were provided for informational purposes only, and no official actions were taken on those items.

• Approved May 3, 2023 minutes

City Council--No Meeting

The Missoula City Council did not hold a meeting on Monday, July 3, 2023. The agenda explicitly states 'No Meeting' because of the upcoming July 4th holiday. No business was conducted, and no public comments were recorded.

• No meeting held due to July 4th holiday

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee met on June 29, 2023, to conduct a site visit at Marshall Mountain Park. The agenda focused on reviewing the location for the Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond Project. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were recorded in the agenda text, which primarily outlined the logistics for the field trip.

• Site visit to Marshall Mountain Park at 5250 Marshall Canyon Rd
• Discussion of the Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond Project
• Next meeting scheduled for July 13, 2023, at the Missoula County Fairgrounds

The committee and staff conducted a site visit to Marshall Mountain Park to review geographical locations, forest management, and fishery conservation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and receive a budget update. The agenda lists many non-action items for discussion, including public art maintenance, the Traffic Signal Box Project, and a Bloomberg grant opportunity, plus several tabled projects.

• Approval of 5.23.23 minutes
• Budget update
• Public art maintenance in parks, including cleaning 'We Are But One Thread' by Lillian Nelson
• Traffic Signal Box Project discussion
• Bloomberg Grant Opportunity discussion

The committee lacked a quorum to approve the May 23, 2023, minutes. Members discussed maintenance for public art, the status of the Traffic Signal Box Project, and a rejected Bloomberg Grant application. No formal actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approval of May 23, 2023 minutes tabled due to lack of quorum
• Bloomberg Grant application not accepted

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is reviewing professional services agreements for three different water main replacement projects. The committee is also considering a construction agreement for re-roofing the Wastewater Reclamation Facility Administration Building.

• Professional Services Agreement with WGM for E Beckwith water main replacement (not to exceed $161,000)
• Professional Services Agreement with IMEG, Corp for W Pine water main replacement (not to exceed $85,690.00)
• Professional Services Agreement with Woith Engineering for Monroe and Jackson water main replacement (not to exceed $119,045)
• Construction Agreement with ACE Roofing for Wastewater Reclamation Facility Administration Building Re-Roofing Project (not to exceed $141,200.00)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hold a discussion regarding the adoption of the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan as a neighborhood plan. This item is for discussion only and precedes a public hearing.

• Adoption of the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan as a Neighborhood Plan
• Approval of the June 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from June 21, 2023. The 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan was presented for discussion only as a pre-public hearing item; no decision was made on its adoption.

• Approved June 21, 2023 minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget as an informational item, with no recommended motion. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting and public comment periods.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget review (informational, no motion)
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Public comment periods

The committee received a presentation from Mayor Hess and Finance Director Leigh Griffing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget. The session was informational, with discussions covering the Affordable Housing Trust fund, Police requests, and ARPA funds. No votes were taken on the budget items.

• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee will vote on two major funding items. The first is a $100,000 grant agreement with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation for forest management on the Mount Dean Stone Preserve. The second is a $2,441,440 construction contract with Jackson Contractor Group to rehabilitate the Northside pedestrian bridge.

• Approve $100,000 Montana Forest Action Plan grant for Mount Dean Stone Preserve
• Approve $2,441,440 contract with Jackson Contractor Group for Northside pedestrian bridge rehabilitation

The committee approved a construction contract for the Northside pedestrian bridge and a grant for forest management. Both items were passed with unanimous support from the members present.

• Approved $2,441,440.00 construction contract with Jackson Contractor Group for Northside pedestrian bridge rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved $100,000.00 Montana Forest Action Plan grant agreement for Mount Dean Stone Preserve forest management (7-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 minutes as submitted

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will review a two-year collective bargaining agreement between the Missoula Parking Commission and the Montana Federation of Public Employees. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the June 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of a two-year Montana Federation of Public Employees union contract for the Missoula Parking Commission
• Approval of June 14, 2023, PSHO meeting minutes

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee approved a two-year collective bargaining agreement with the Montana Federation of Public Employees Union. The contract includes cost of living and market adjustments for Parking Commission employees over two fiscal years.

• Approved two-year Montana Federation of Public Employees Missoula Parking Commission Collective Bargaining Agreement (8-0)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2023, PSHO meeting

Public Art Project Selection Subcommittee

The Public Art Traffic Signal Box Committee met to interview three artist finalists for traffic signal box art projects and to review potential box locations. The agenda lists interviews with Kaisha Meichell Gerhardt, Monica Gilles-Brings Yellow, and Batoul Khoulani, followed by discussion of finalists and three specific box locations. No decisions or outcomes are recorded in the agenda.

• Interviews scheduled with three artist finalists: Kaisha Meichell Gerhardt (4:10 PM), Monica Gilles-Brings Yellow (4:25 PM), and Batoul Khoulani (4:40 PM)
• Review of finalists and final thoughts
• Box locations discussed: Broadway & Van Buren, HWY 10 West - Reserve St. Entrance Northbound, and HWY 10 West - Reserve St. Entrance Southbound
• Public comment period included on the agenda

The Public Art Traffic Signal Box Committee interviewed three artists and voted to accept all three submissions. The committee also designated specific installation locations for each piece of art.

• Approved acceptance of artist submissions from Kaisha Meichell Gerhardt, Monica Gilles-Brings Yellow, and Batoul Khoulani
• Assigned Monica Giles-Brings Yellow's piece to Broadway & Van Buren
• Assigned Kaisha Meichell Gerhardt and Batoul Khoulani's pieces to HWY 10 West - Reserve St. Entrance Northbound and Southbound

City Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan for adoption into the city growth policy. The council is also directing administration to develop long-term solutions for assisting the unhoused and addressing urban camping.

• Proposed adoption of the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan
• Bid award to MJD Contracting for wastewater pump replacement up to $98,500.00
• Professional Services Agreement with IMEG for water main replacement up to $56,310.00
• Agreement with MSI for microfiche scanning not to exceed $92,700
• Contract with Herrera Environmental Engineering for stormwater assessment up to $122,756.00

The City Council approved a consent agenda including two sets of accounts payable totaling $3,140,806.03. The council also authorized a wastewater pump replacement contract and moved to adopt the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan.

• Ratified accounts payable for checks dated June 20, 2023, in the amount of $1,075,488.09 (11-0)
• Approved accounts payable for checks dated June 27, 2023, in the amount of $2,065,317.94 (11-0)
• Approved resolution of intent to adopt the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan (11-0)
• Approved construction contract with MJD Contracting for wastewater pump replacement not to exceed $98,500.00 (11-0)

Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission

The June 26, 2023 meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum and lack of MCAT staffing. No substantive decisions were made.

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group met to discuss the status of the Equity in Land Use Report and project engagement efforts. The agenda included overviews of community form analysis and recent land use related changes to state law. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were listed in the provided agenda text.

• Discussion of the Equity in Land Use Report
• Overview of Project Engagement status
• Overview on Community Form Analysis
• Overview of land use related changes to State Law

Community Forum

The Missoula Community Forum meets to approve the minutes from April 27, 2023, and hear a policy update on the Our Missoula Code Reform from Emily Gluckin. The agenda also includes staff reports from Kalina Pritchard, neighborhood council reports, and a liaison report from Mike Nugent of Ward 4. No special events are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes dated April 27, 2023
• Presentation by Emily Gluckin on Our Missoula Code Reform Policy Update
• Staff Reports presented by Kalina Pritchard
• Neighborhood Council Reports from all neighborhoods
• City Council Liaison Report by Mike Nugent, Ward 4

The forum received an informational presentation on the Our Missoula Growth Policy Update and Code Reform Project, focusing on zoning and housing affordability. Members discussed gentrification, property taxes, and rental regulations. No legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will consider several action items, including a TIF request for housing at 114 South Garfield Street, a water main project on North Avenue, the FY24 Community Investment Program, the FY24 preliminary budget, and a contract amendment with the Missoula Economic Partnership. Public comment includes a question about affordability of the proposed townhomes.

• TIF request for Trailfront Properties at 114 South Garfield Street (URD II / Ward 6)
• Authorization to enter into construction MOU for North Avenue Water Main Project (URD III / Ward 6)
• Approval of FY24 MRA Community Investment Program (CIP)
• Approval of FY24 Preliminary Budget
• Amendment to Missoula Economic Partnership contract to identify redevelopment partners

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board approved its FY24 preliminary budget and Community Investment Program. The board also authorized TIF funding for a private property project and a water main construction project.

• Approved TIF assistance for Trailfront Properties at 114 South Garfield Street not to exceed $257,233
• Authorized MOU with Missoula Water for North Avenue Water Main construction funding not to exceed $288,033.77
• Approved FY24 MRA Community Investment Program (CIP) items for budget inclusion
• Approved FY24 Preliminary Budget for MRA
• Approved modified scope of services and up to $21,500 in FY23 carry over funding for Missoula Economic Partnership contract
• Approved May 18, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is scheduled to vote on an interlocal agreement with Missoula County and a contract with Herrera Environmental Engineering Consultants for a stormwater system assessment at the Missoula Development Park. The committee will also review a summary of public outreach for the Downtown Safety Access Mobility (SAM) project and adopt a resolution supporting the City's 2023 Safe Streets for All grant application.

• Approve Interlocal Agreement with Missoula County for Missoula Development Park stormwater condition assessment and improvements
• Approve contract with Herrera Environmental Engineering Consultants for regional stormwater system condition assessment
• Review informational summary of Downtown Safety Access Mobility (SAM) public outreach
• Adopt resolution supporting the City of Missoula’s Safe Streets for All Grant 2023 Application

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering a resolution to determine the method for 2023 municipal elections and whether to hold primaries. The committee will also review a resolution regarding a $1,327,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond, 2023B.

• Resolution for 2023 municipal election methods (mail ballot or polling place) and primary elections for Mayor and Wards 1-6
• Resolution relating to $1,327,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond, 2023B

The City Council decided to conduct the 2023 non-partisan municipal elections via mail ballot. The council also authorized the issuance of a sewer system revenue bond.

• Approved conducting 2023 municipal elections by mail ballot (11-0)
• Approved primary elections for Mayor and Ward 5 on September 12, 2023 (11-0)
• Denied amendment to change to a polling place election (1-10)
• Approved $1,327,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond, 2023B (11-0)
• Approved minutes as submitted

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will review the Sapphire Place project, which includes annexation, rezoning, subdivision, and a master site plan for a property in Missoula. The committee will consider a variance request and make recommendations on the annexation and preliminary plat.

• Annexation of Tract 2-A of COS 6689, with zoning to Sxwptqyen Area Form Based Zoning Code transects (OS, T3, T4-O, T4-R, T5)
• Variance request to allow 3 lots access via alley and pedestrian easement instead of direct street access
• Sapphire Place Subdivision Preliminary Plat and Master Site Plan approval
• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2023 meeting

The committee received a staff report and discussed the Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, subdivision, and master site plan. No final votes were taken during this meeting; the item is scheduled for final consideration by the City Council on June 26, 2023.

• Approved minutes from June 7, 2023

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board meets to hold public hearings on two major items: recommending approval of the West Bonner Log Yard Major Subdivision and recommending adoption of the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan as a neighborhood plan. The board will also hear a zoning maintenance update and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on West Bonner Log Yard Major Subdivision, with recommended motion to approve subject to staff conditions
• Public hearing on adopting 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan as a Neighborhood Plan of the Our Missoula City Growth Policy 2035
• Zoning Maintenance Update presented by Missoula County staff
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting
• Meeting held in person at Council Chambers, 140 W Pine, or virtually via Teams

The Planning Board unanimously recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve the West Bonner Log Yard Major Subdivision. The project would create 27 industrial lots and one residential lot on approximately 116.5 acres. The board also began reviewing the 2023 Missoula Midtown Master Plan for adoption.

• Recommended approval of West Bonner Log Yard Major Subdivision (9-0)

City Council--No Meeting

There was no City Council meeting held on June 19, 2023, due to the Juneteenth National Freedom Day holiday.

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee will discuss progress and challenges regarding the Bluebird Preserve Management Plan. The discussion includes invasive species, recreation management, and potential expansion onto the Republic Services Conservation Easement in 2024.

• Discussion of Bluebird Preserve Management Plan implementation
• Review of invasive species and recreation management
• Discussion of future expansion onto Republic Services Conservation Easement
• Manager's update on program accomplishments and priorities
• Approval of April 20, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee held a site tour and discussion regarding invasive species, recreation management, and public access infrastructure at Bluebird Preserve. No formal votes were taken as a quorum was not present.

• Tabled approval of April 20, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee convenes for a routine meeting that includes roll call, approval of the June 7, 2023 minutes, and an informational update on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund implementation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the trust fund item is listed as informational only.

• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund Implementation Update (informational item, presented by Emily Harris-Shears)

The committee reviewed an update on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, including its goals, financial implications, and active grants. Community partners and a resident discussed the impact of the fund on housing security. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider declaring an emergency regarding homeless encampments and directing staff to develop short- and long-term solutions, including a nightly sleeping area and shelter options. They will also vote on a resolution to declare fire department equipment surplus for disposal or sale. The agenda includes public comment opposing year-round shelter use.

• Resolution to declare Missoula Fire Department equipment surplus and authorize disposal or sale
• Motion to declare an emergency on homeless encampments and direct staff to develop short-term and long-term solutions
• Proposal to establish one or two publicly owned areas for nightly sleeping with morning cleanup
• Request for a menu of long-term shelter options, including tiny house communities and permanent year-round shelter
• Public comment from Lander Karath opposing year-round winter shelter operation

The committee approved a directive for administration to provide a menu of long-term community partnership shelter options, including tiny houses and permanent shelters. The committee also approved the surplus of two fire department water rescue craft. A proposal to receive staff updates every three to four weeks was denied.

• Approved resolution to surplus two 2011 Skiddoo water rescue craft (11-0)
• Approved directive for administration to provide long-term shelter options, including tiny houses, permanent shelters, and 30 transitional housing units (11-0)
• Denied amendment to receive staff updates every three to four weeks (3-8)
• Tabled referral to declare emergency regarding homeless encampments and develop short-term sleeping areas

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is meeting to consider two contract approvals: a construction bid for replacing the primary effluent lift pump at the Wastewater Reclamation Facility and a professional services agreement for the Dickens to McCormick water main replacement project. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting and take public comment. Both items are up for a vote with recommended motions to authorize the Mayor to sign the contracts.

• Bid award to MJD Contracting for primary effluent lift pump replacement at Wastewater Reclamation Facility, cost not to exceed $98,500
• Professional Services Agreement with IMEG for Dickens to McCormick water main replacement, cost not to exceed $56,310
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period open for all agenda items

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to consider two items: a contract for scanning microfiche records and proposed rules for the City Council's FY2024 budget process. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 7 meeting and take public comment.

• Contract with MSI: Information Management Solutions for microfiche scanning, not to exceed $92,700
• Proposed Council rules for FY2024 budget consideration, including an amendment deadline of noon on August 15
• Amendment to remove a sentence restricting budget amendments from other committee or Council meetings
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting

The committee approved the supplemental rules for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget process, including a deadline for amendments. It also authorized a contract to digitize city planning records. One amendment to the budget rules was defeated.

• Approved agreement with MSI: Information Management Solutions for microfiche scanning not to exceed $92,700 (10-0)
• Adopted FY2024 budget consideration supplemental rules with amendments due by noon August 15th (9-2)
• Denied amendment to remove restrictions on budget amendments in other committee or Council meetings (3-8)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee

The Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee will meet to elect a new Vice Chair and review progress on several housing initiatives. The meeting includes updates on the Our Missoula Growth Policy, code reforms, and the 2023 Montana Legislative session.

• Selection of a Vice Chair through nominations and vote
• Update on Our Missoula Growth Policy and Code Reform
• Review of voluntary incentives and Area Median Income exploration
• Progress update on 'A Place to Call Home' housing policy
• Update on the 2023 Montana Legislative session

The committee approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting and elected a Vice Chair. Members received updates on the Our Missoula Growth Policy, code reform, and housing policy goals.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved appointment of Julie Pavlish as Vice Chair (8-0)

Public Art Project Selection Subcommittee

The Public Art Traffic Signal Box Committee is reviewing various artist proposals and making selections for specific locations. The meeting includes discussions on multiple project submissions and site-specific selections.

• Review of 15 art proposals including 'Missoula', 'The Cheering Squad', and 'Treeple'
• Selection process for Broadway & Van Buren location
• Selection process for Hwy 10 West - Reserve St. Entrance Northbound
• Selection process for Hwy 10 West - Reserve St. Entrance Southbound

The Public Art Traffic Signal Box Committee reviewed 15 art proposals. The subcommittee identified three top proposals to move forward for interviews in a future meeting.

• Selected Batoul Khoulani (Missoula) as a top 3 proposal
• Selected Monica Gilles-BringsYellow (Time and Place) as a top 3 proposal
• Selected Kaisha Meichell Gerherdt (Nocturnal Elegance) as a top 3 proposal

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the 2024 Master Fee Schedule for facility use, reservations, permits, and programs for recommendation to the City Council. It also approved funding for a concrete pad at Bonner Park. The board reviewed the draft FY24 budget and capital improvement program requests.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved up to $6,000 from Shelter Enterprise Fund for a concrete pad near Bonner Bandshell
• Approved and recommended City Council approve the Master Fee Schedule for Facility Use, Reservations, Permits, Programs for 2024

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation, rezoning, and subdivision of Sapphire Place. The agenda also includes appointments to the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee and a vote on amending Animal Control fees.

• Public hearing for Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, subdivision, and master site plan
• Resolution to amend Animal Control fees
• Appointment of Matt Evans and Julie Pavlish to the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee
• Confirmation of Mike Colyer as new Police Chief
• Approval of $100,000 contract change request for Office 365 planning

The meeting consisted of public comments and the announcement of upcoming committee schedules. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided upon during the recorded session.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Missoula Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board met on June 12, 2023, to approve minutes from May 8 and hear staff reports. City staff presented updates on California Street construction, bike lane sweeping, grant status, and the Tactical Urbanism Toolkit. The agenda included standard procedural items and public comment periods, with no specific new ordinances or contracts listed for decision.

• California St construction update
• Bike lane/shoulder sweeping update
• Grant updates
• Tactical Urbanism Toolkit
• Neighborhood Traffic Management Program

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Missoula County Open Lands Committee and City of Missoula Open Space Advisory Committee meet jointly to handle administrative business, hear public comments, and review a Level 2 presentation on the Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond Project. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and agenda items.

• Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond Project Level 2 presentation
• Approval of OSAC minutes from May 11, 2023
• Approval of OLC minutes from May 11, 2023
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Land acknowledgement of Salish and Kalispel territories

The City and County Open Lands committees held a joint presentation regarding the acquisition of Marshall Mountain Park. Staff detailed the project's budget, funding sources, and conservation goals. No formal vote on the acquisition was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda for June 8, 2023
• Approved OSAC meeting minutes for May 11, 2023
• Approved OLC meeting minutes for May 11, 2023

Energy and Climate Team

The Energy and Climate Team will review updates regarding NorthWestern Energy Green Rate Options and McKinstry work. The meeting also includes a presentation on geothermal heat pumps and a legislative session recap.

• Update on negotiations with NorthWestern Energy about Green Rate Options
• Presentation on geothermal heat pumps by Chris Rowe
• Recap of legislative session with Jonathan Karlen
• Update regarding McKinstry work
• Youth Team Member recruitment process discussion

The team approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed youth team recruitment and reviewed legislative session updates. A retreat was scheduled for July 10.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hear an introductory presentation and discussion on the Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, subdivision, and master site plan, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions. The committee will also review the Our Missoula Development Guide 2021-2022 Yearbook and approve minutes from May 17, 2023.

• Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, preliminary subdivision plat, variance, and master site plan
• Our Missoula Development Guide 2021-2022 Yearbook presentation
• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2023

The committee approved the minutes from May 17, 2023. Members received presentations on the Our Missoula Development Guide 2021-2022 Yearbook and an informational report regarding the Sapphire Place Annexation, Rezoning, Subdivision, and Master Site Plan.

• Approved May 17, 2023 minutes

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will conduct interviews with five candidates for the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee. The committee is expected to vote on appointments for a Community Member seat and a Housing/Real Estate seat, with terms running from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 24, 2023, and a public comment period.

• Interviews scheduled for candidates Richard Vachio, David Gai, Matt Evans, Randi Neer, and Sherri Henckel
• Recommended motion to appoint Julie Pavlish as a voting member (Housing/Real Estate) on the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee
• Recommended motion to appoint a candidate as a voting member (Community Member) on the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee
• Approval of minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting

The committee interviewed five applicants for a community member seat. It approved the appointment of Matt Evans and the re-appointment of Julie Pavlish to the Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee.

• Approved appointment of Matt Evans as voting member (Community Member) (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Julie Pavlish as voting member (Housing/Real Estate) (10-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Missoula Budget and Finance Committee will consider confirming Mike Colyer as Police Chief, review the FY2024-2026 Strategic Plan, approve a $55,000 amendment to a clean electricity interlocal agreement, and adopt a resolution for a $420,000 storm water system revenue bond. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Confirm Mike Colyer as new Police Chief
• Strategic Plan FY 2024 to FY 2026
• Clean Electricity Interlocal Agreement Amendment No.1 - $55,000
• Resolution for $420,000 Storm Water System Revenue Bond (DNRC loan)

The Budget and Finance Committee confirmed the appointment of the new Police Chief and approved a storm water system revenue bond. The committee also authorized an amendment for a clean electricity interlocal agreement and reviewed the FY 2024 to FY 2026 Strategic Plan.

• Confirmed appointment of Mike Colyer as Police Chief (8-0)
• Approved $55,000 Clean Electricity Interlocal Agreement Amendment No.1 (8-0)
• Approved $420,000 Storm Water System Revenue Bond (8-0)

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will consider a $100,000 contract change request for Office 365 planning and implementation with Withum Smith & Brown, PC, and will decide whether to set a public hearing on June 26 for a resolution amending Animal Control fees. The agenda also includes approval of the May 24, 2023 minutes and public comment.

• Contract change request for Office 365 planning and implementation, $100,000, with Withum Smith & Brown, PC
• Resolution amending Animal Control fees, public hearing set for June 26, 2023
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting

The committee approved a contract amendment for the next phase of the Office 365 Project. A public hearing was scheduled to discuss proposed changes to Animal Control fees.

• Approved $100,000 contract change request with Withum Smith & Brown, PC (9-0)
• Approved setting a public hearing for June 26, 2023, on a resolution amending Animal Control fees (9-0)
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting

Missoula Parking Commission

The Missoula Parking Commission will meet to consider several action items, including the FY24 budget and a Pine Lot enforcement agreement. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding community charrette services.

• FY24 MPC Budget review
• Pine Lot Enforcement Agreement
• MPC Right of Way Policy Amendment
• Federal Courthouse Broadway parking restriction request
• Community Charette Add-on Service presentation

The Commission unanimously approved the FY24 budget, which includes projected revenues of $2.918 million and expenses of $2.83 million. The approved budget includes a baseline increase of $67,282 and a capital improvement project for license plate recognition camera upgrades.

• Approved FY24 budget with $67,282 baseline increase and LPR camera upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously approved a variance for lot access and recommended approval of the Sapphire Place Subdivision Preliminary Plat and Master Site Plan. Board members expressed concerns regarding the lack of mixed-use development and the specifics of historic preservation before the project moves to City Council.

• Approved variance from Article 3, Section 3-030.1.C.3 to allow 3 lots access via an alley and pedestrian path (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Sapphire Place Subdivision Preliminary Plat Application and Master Site Plan

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote on consent agenda items including accounts payable, a sewer fee, and a water system contract, and will set public hearings for a multiple dog permit ordinance and the Mullan Road Corridor Sewer Project Fee. The council will also consider an emergency ordinance amending the overnight camping rules to comply with a court decision, and set a public hearing for the Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, and subdivision. Proclamations for Pride Month and Sheila MacDonald Stearns Day are also scheduled.

• Ratify accounts payable of $772,259.12 (May 30) and $2,299,783.84 (June 6)
• Set public hearing for Mullan Road Corridor Sewer Project Fee effective July 1, 2023
• Approve $138,862 professional services agreement with Morrison-Maierle for Edith Street water improvements
• Approve Remington Flats Subdivision Phases 2 and 3 final plat
• Set public hearing for Sapphire Place annexation, rezoning, and subdivision

The City Council approved the minutes from the May 15 and May 22, 2023 meetings. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments regarding homelessness, public safety, and housing barriers.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee

The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee is reviewing project recommendations for the FY 23-24 Transportation Alternatives funding round. The committee will also discuss a letter of support for the Reserve Street Corridor Safety Study grant application.

• Recommendations for FY 23-24 Transportation Alternatives project funding
• Letter of Support for Safe Streets and Roads for All grant (Reserve Street Corridor Safety Study)
• Update on MPO budget and Unified Planning Work Program for FY24

City Council--No Meeting

The Missoula City Council has scheduled no meeting for Monday, May 29, 2023. The agenda lists only announcements and public comments, noting the absence is due to the Memorial Day holiday. No business will be conducted.

• No meeting scheduled for May 29, 2023, due to Memorial Day

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee will vote to preliminarily adopt an ordinance amending Missoula Municipal Code Chapter 6.07 regarding multiple dog permits. The committee will also receive an informational update on Municipal Court programming. No other substantive decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

• First reading and preliminary adoption of an ordinance amending Missoula Municipal Code Sections 6.07.720 and 6.07.730 relating to multiple dog permits
• Public hearing scheduled for June 26, 2023, regarding the multiple dog permit ordinance
• Informational update on Municipal Court programming presented by Kristen Jordan

The committee approved a first reading of an ordinance to revise how multiple dog permits are issued and appealed. The changes allow the Animal Control Board more discretion in approving permits for owners with past complaints and require permit fees at the time of application.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2023
• Approved first reading and preliminary adoption of ordinance amending multiple dog permit laws (10-0)
• Set public hearing for multiple dog permit ordinance for June 26, 2023

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The committee approved a professional services agreement for water system improvements on Edith Street. Additionally, a public hearing was scheduled to consider the extension of the Mullan Road Corridor Sewer Project Fee.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Morrison-Maierle for Edith Street water system improvements not to exceed $138,862 (7-0)
• Approved setting a public hearing for June 26, 2023, regarding the Mullan Road Corridor Sewer Project Fee (7-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023 minutes as submitted

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The committee approved an emergency ordinance amending Chapter 12.40 to comply with the Ninth Circuit decision in Martin v. City of Boise. The measure clarifies that not all City lands are closed to overnight camping to protect public health, safety, and welfare. A proposed amendment to strike section A of the ordinance was discussed but not adopted.

• Approved emergency ordinance amending Chapter 12.40 regarding overnight camping (8-1)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business and receive an implementation update on the 'A Place to Call Home' housing plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period
• Presentation and update on 'A Place to Call Home' implementation by Emily Harris-Shears
• No recommended motion for the housing plan update

The committee received a presentation on the progress and strategies of the A Place to Call Home housing policy guide. Members discussed developer incentives, employer-assisted housing, and the REED project. No formal votes were taken on policy changes.

• Approved minutes from April 19th, 2023

Cemetery Board

The Missoula Cemetery Board is meeting to discuss its current budget, with a presentation by Brett Gilman and an attached budget-to-date document. The agenda is otherwise limited to routine items like call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Budget discussion led by Brett Gilman
• Attachment: Budget to date.pdf

The Board received a report stating the Fiscal Year 2023 budget is on track, with revenue potentially exceeding last year's figures. No formal votes were taken on budget amendments.

• Discussed moving Forefront Consultant fees to the Operating Budget

Public Art Committee

The Missoula Public Art Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive a budget update, and take action on the PAC Live Summer 2023 program. They will also discuss several non-action items including art project updates, funding proposals, and grant opportunities. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Budget update
• Action item: PAC Live Summer 2023
• Discussion: 'We Are But One Thread' Lillian Nelson cleaning update
• Discussion: R.A.C.E. / Cognizant Funding Proposal
• Discussion: Bloomberg Grant Opportunity

The committee approved funding for two PAC Live events, including a $200 payment to artist Caitlin Cisler for a July 12 concert. A final decision on a second August event will be made by June 20 based on fundraising totals. The committee also discussed updates on several mural and sculpture projects.

• Approved April 18, 2023 minutes
• Approved $200 for artist Caitlin Cisler for July 12 Community Band Concert
• Approved up to $300 for an August PAC Live event on First Friday (pending June 20 fundraising decision)
• Appointed Debra as coordinator for PAC Live 2023

City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering reforms to minimum parking requirements near transit stops and developing new policies for shared micromobility programs. The agenda also includes a resolution to recognize Juneteenth as a city holiday and an entitlement request for a family transfer subdivision at 3800 Lincoln Road.

• Approval of $1,102,905.45 in accounts payable for checks dated May 23, 2023
• Proposed policy development for private and shared micro-mobility
• Resolution to recognize Juneteenth National Freedom Day as a city legal holiday
• Exploration of alternatives to minimum parking requirements near transit stops
• Entitlement request for a family transfer subdivision exemption at 3800 Lincoln Road

The City Council meeting consisted primarily of public comments regarding homelessness, public safety, and meeting decorum. No substantive legislative actions were taken, and the approval of previous minutes was postponed.

• Postponed approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes to next week

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will consider two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) requests: one for a project at 1245 South 3rd Street West and another for an emergency winter shelter at 1919 North Avenue West. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20 meeting and receive staff reports on the director's update, communications, and budget.

• TIF request for 1245 South 3rd Street West (URD II / Ward 3)
• TIF request for Emergency Winter Shelter at 1919 North Avenue West (URD III / Ward 6)
• Approval of April 20, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
• FY23 MRA budget status reports with memo (April 2023)

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board approved funding for a building facade renovation and life safety improvements at an emergency winter shelter. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 20, 2023.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Façade Improvement Program grant to JDR Enterprises, LLC for 1245 S 3rd Street W not to exceed $50,000
• Approved reimbursement to City for life safety improvements at Emergency Winter Shelter (1919 North Avenue West) not to exceed $55,836.35

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee will consider a referral on shared micromobility programs, with two options: direct staff to stop work on the program, or direct staff to prepare additional policy, community engagement, and regulations. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting and take public comment.

• Shared Micromobility Programs referral with two recommended motions: stop work or continue with policy and engagement
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2023
• Public comment period

The Public Works and Mobility Committee approved a motion to have staff prepare additional policy, community engagement, and regulations for private and shared micromobility. This follows a presentation on electric bikes, scooters, and car-sharing trends. Staff may return in one month to present on a potential pilot program.

• Approved directing staff to prepare additional policy, community engagement, and regulations for private and shared micro-mobility (6-1)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The committee approved a family transfer subdivision exemption at 3800 Lincoln Road, adding a condition for a voluntary Special Improvement District (SID) waiver. Additionally, the committee directed code reform consultants to prioritize exploring alternatives to minimum parking requirements.

• Approved family transfer subdivision exemption at 3800 Lincoln Road with an added SID waiver (8-0)
• Denied motion to reinstate original staff conditions for 3800 Lincoln Road (2-6)
• Approved proposal to direct code reform consultants and staff to explore alternatives to minimum parking requirements (8-0)
• Approved proposal to include parking reform in the first early deliverable items for council consideration (8-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee approved a resolution to annually recognize Juneteenth National Freedom Day as a city legal holiday. The city expects to incur approximately $10,000 in overtime costs for employees.

• Approved resolution to recognize Juneteenth National Freedom Day as a city legal holiday (8-0)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board is meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the Lolo Regional Plan and Missoula County Land Use Map (Map 18). The board will also approve minutes from its May 2 meeting and take public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public hearing on Lolo Regional Plan Map Amendment - Missoula County Land Use Map Amendment (Map 18)
• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2023 meeting

The Board approved amendments to the Lolo Regional Plan Map and Missoula County Land Use Map for a property at 11395 Highway 93 South. The changes redesignate the site from Public Land and Open and Resource land to Residential, Open Space, General Commercial, and Community Commercial. This action identifies the site as appropriate for future growth, though actual construction remains subject to future subdivision review and utility capacity.

• Approved Lolo Regional Plan Map amendment to Residential, Commercial, and Open Space (9-0)
• Approved Missoula County Land Use Map (Map 18) amendment (9-0)
• Approved May 2, 2023, minutes as written (unanimous voice vote)

Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission

The Missoula Civic Television Advisory Commission (MCTAC) will meet on May 15, 2023, to review and approve the minutes from February 27, 2023, and discuss its current programming schedule and events for MCAT to record or televise. The agenda also includes a proposal to move the next meeting from June 19 to June 26 due to the new Juneteenth holiday. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approve minutes of February 27, 2023
• Review current programming schedule recorded/televised by MCAT
• Identify events for MCAT to record/televise
• Discuss moving the June 19 meeting to June 26 at 4pm due to Juneteenth holiday

The commission approved the minutes from February 27, 2023. Members identified several local events for MCAT to record and discussed updating commission bylaws.

• Approved February 27, 2023 minutes

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved funding recommendations for the 2023 Unified Application Program to support affordable housing projects. Additionally, the council passed a consent agenda including accounts payable and several contract amendments.

• Approved funding recommendations for Unified Application Program Year 2023
• Approved accounts payable totaling $993,440.27 (9-0)
• Approved $29,585.25 amendment for South Hills Stormwater Improvements (9-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Charlie Beaton and Carma Gilligan to Downtown Business Improvement District (9-0)
• Appointed Amy Allison Thompson to the Food Policy Advisory Board (9-0)
• Approved resolution to dispose of surplus technology equipment (9-0)
• Approved $182,948 annual estimate for CenturyLink metro ethernet service (9-0)
• Awarded $20,000 in FY 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Grant Funds (9-0)

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The Our Missoula Community Advisory Group met on May 12, 2023, to discuss project status and preview the Equity in Land Use Report. The agenda lists no specific votes, contracts, or final decisions, indicating the meeting was primarily informational and for public comment.

• Preview of the Equity in Land Use Report

Police Commission

The Police Commission approved the minutes from the February 23, 2023, meeting with one change. Assistant Chief Scott provided updates on department vacancies, hiring, workers' compensation injuries, and the budget process. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved February 23, 2023, meeting minutes with change regarding meeting schedule

Historic Preservation Commission

The meeting serves as the 2023 Missoula Historic Preservation Commission Awards Ceremony held at the Missoula Art Museum. The agenda focuses on recognizing various restoration and preservation achievements within the community.

• Exterior Restoration award for St. Francis Xavier Church
• Residential Restoration award for 226 S. 6th E (Gregory Kennett)
• Adaptive Reuse award for Relic
• Compatible New Construction award for Radius Gallery
• Cultural Landscapes award for Moon-Randolph Homestead

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Missoula Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and consider a Level 1 application for the Marshall Mountain Park open space bond project, which would advance it to a Level 2 evaluation. The agenda includes public comment periods and announcements.

• Approval of April 13, 2023 minutes; March 9, 2023 minutes for review only
• Level 1 Application for Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond project (presented by Zac Covington)
• Recommended motion: approve Level 1 application and proceed to Level 2 evaluation
• Public/guest comments and announcements on agenda

The Open Space Advisory Committee approved the level 1 application for the Marshall Mountain Park Open Space Bond project. This decision allows the project to proceed to the level 2 application and project evaluation phase.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes with attendance correction
• Approved level 1 application for Marshall Mountain Park open space bond project to proceed to level 2 application and evaluation (9-0)

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Missoula Public Works Committee will consider approving Amendment 1 to a professional services agreement with WGM for the South Hills Stormwater Improvements, at a cost not to exceed $29,585.25. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 3, 2023, and public comment.

• Amendment 1 to PSA with WGM for South Hills Stormwater Improvements, cost not to exceed $29,585.25
• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2023
• Public comment period

The Public Works and Mobility Committee approved a contract amendment for engineering services related to the South Hills Stormwater Improvements. The amendment covers additional permitting and construction inspection time.

• Approved Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement with WGM for South Hills Stormwater Improvements not to exceed $29,585.25 (10-0)
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2023

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee is reviewing several land use applications, including two property rezonings. The committee will also discuss extending an interim zoning ordinance for one year.

• Rezoning request for 327 SW Higgins Avenue from residential to community business
• One-year extension of the Conditional Use Interim Zoning Ordinance #3705
• Family transfer subdivision exemption request for 3800 Lincoln Road
• Rezoning request for the corner of Idaho Street and Inez Street from R20 to B2-2

The committee approved the minutes from two meetings held on May 3, 2023. Several zoning and subdivision items were discussed or postponed, with final considerations scheduled for future dates.

• Approved minutes from May 3, 2023 Meeting #1
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2023 Meeting #2
• Postponed 3800 Lincoln Road family transfer request to May 17, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee approved a contract amendment for metro ethernet services and the disposal of surplus technology equipment. The committee also appointed a new member to the Food Policy Advisory Board.

• Appointed Amy Allison Thompson to the Food Policy Advisory Board through December 31, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved resolution declaring city technology property as surplus and authorizing disposal (10-0)
• Approved $182,948 annual estimate contract amendment with CenturyLink for metro ethernet service (10-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The committee will consider reappointing two members to the Downtown Business Improvement District. Additionally, officials will provide informational updates regarding interim strategic plans and budgets for several city departments.

• Reappointment of Charlie Beaton and Carma Gilligan to the Downtown Business Improvement District
• Budget and strategic plan updates for the Fire Department
• Budget and strategic plan updates for the Police Department
• Budget and strategic plan updates for Parks and Recreation
• Budget and strategic plan updates for Public Works and Mobility

The Budget and Finance Committee approved the reappointment of two representatives to the Downtown Business Improvement District. The committee also received interim strategic plan and budget updates from the Fire, Police, Parks and Rec, and Public Works and Mobility departments.

• Approved reappointment of Charlie Beaton and Carma Gilligan to the Downtown Business Improvement District (10-0)
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee approved the distribution of $20,000 in Neighborhood Improvement Grant Funds for fiscal year 2023. Additionally, the body voted to reject all bids for the pickleball court expansion at Fort Missoula Regional Park due to budget constraints.

• Approved $20,000 in FY 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Grant Funds (11-0)
• Approved rejection of all bids for Fort Missoula Regional Park pickleball expansion (11-0)
• Approved minutes from the March 29, 2023 meeting

Missoula Parking Commission

The commission reviewed a proposal from Walker Consultants to lead a two-day community charrette to vet parking strategies. No final vote was recorded in the minutes; members expressed conflicting views on the cost and necessity of the interim engagement step.

• Tabled approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussed proposal for Walker Consultants community charrettes (not to exceed $21,400) - no vote recorded

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board appointed two members to serve as liaisons for the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) plan update. The Board also received annual reports on extraordinary events at Caras Park and Missoula Art Park and a review of the FY23 budget.

• Approved appointment of Kelly Sellars and Sam Duncan as PROST plan liaisons
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved April 2022 Caras Park Extraordinary Events meeting minutes
• Approved April 2022 Missoula Art Park Extraordinary Events meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council will vote on a new stormwater management ordinance and approve several construction contracts for stormwater improvements. The body will also adopt a resolution to annex a parcel at 6991 Alisha Drive and hold public hearings on two rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will approve accounts payable totaling over $1 million and reappoint a member to the Police Commission.

• Adopt ordinance amending MMC Chapter 13.27 to update Stormwater Management regulations and establish reinspection fees
• Award bid to Jackson Contractor Group for Cattail Corner Stormwater Improvement Project not to exceed $1,034,651.65
• Award bid to Knife River Corporation for Gharrett St Stormwater Improvement Project not to exceed $1,098,999.00
• Adopt resolution to annex 6991 Alisha Drive and zone it as Miller Creek View Addition Planned Unit Development
• Hold public hearings on rezoning requests for Inez and Idaho streets and 327 SW Higgins

The City Council approved a consent agenda including over $1 million in accounts payable and a stormwater improvement contract. The council also adopted an updated flood control manual and emergency action plan for the Clark Fork Levees.

• Approved accounts payable for checks dated May 9, 2023, in the amount of $1,063,992.17 (12-0)
• Adopted updated Flood Control Facilities Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan for Clark Fork Levees (12-0)
• Awarded bid for Cattail Corner Stormwater Improvement Project to Jackson Contractor Group for an amount not to exceed $1,034,651.6 (12-0)
• Approved minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee

The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) will meet to hear two informational presentations: one on shared micromobility programs (e.g., bike/scooter share) and one on Montana's Carbon Reduction Strategy planning process. The committee will also consider approval of the April 6, 2023 meeting minutes and take public comment.

• Informational presentation on Shared Micromobility Programs – new trends and best practices
• Informational presentation on Montana Department of Transportation Carbon Reduction Strategy planning process
• Approval of April 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The committee will receive informational updates regarding the Interim Strategic Plan and Budget for Internal Services and Community Planning, Development and Innovation. No motions are recommended for these items.

• Interim Strategic Plan and Budget Updates for Internal Services
• Interim Strategic Plan and Budget Updates for Community Planning, Development and Innovation
• Approval of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes

The Budget and Finance Committee heard presentations on the FY23 budget and strategic plan from Internal Services (Eric Hallstrom) and Community Planning, Development and Innovation (Erin Pehan, Montana James, Walter Banzinger). Council members asked questions about safety systems, IT involvement, budget transparency, and electronic permitting. No formal motions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Approved minutes from April 12, 2023, as submitted.
• No other decisions, votes, or formal actions taken.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing two permit applications for the Post Hospital at 3255 Lt. Moss Road. The commission will consider a request for exterior alterations and new construction, as well as a preliminary application for garage demolition.

• Historic Preservation Permit: Exterior Alterations and New Construction at 3255 Lt. Moss Road
• Historic Preservation Permit: Garage Demolition at 3255 Lt. Moss Road

The Historic Preservation Commission voted 6-0 to deny a permit for exterior alterations and new construction at the Fort Missoula Commons (Post Hospital) at 3255 Lt. Moss Road, finding the proposal did not meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards or the Fort Missoula Historic District guidelines. The commission also preliminarily denied a separate permit to demolish a garage on the same property, voting 5-1 to require more information on the developer's good-faith efforts to sell or repurpose the building.

• Denied Historic Preservation Permit for Fort Missoula Commons (Post Hospital) exterior alterations and new construction (6-0)
• Preliminarily denied Historic Preservation Permit for demolition of garage at 3255 Lt. Moss Road (5-1)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023, as submitted

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee is deciding on three main items: a family transfer at 3800 Lincoln Road, the annexation and zoning of a parcel at 6991 Alisha Drive, and changes to parking requirements near transit stops. The annexation item includes a resolution to incorporate the land into the city and zone it as the Miller Creek View Addition Planned Unit Development. The parking item directs staff to reform mandates to allow more flexible development.

• Approve family transfer subdivision exemption at 3800 Lincoln Road
• Annex and zone 6991 Alisha Dr as Miller Creek View Addition PUD
• Direct code reform to change parking mandates near transit stops

The committee voted unanimously to hold over the 3800 Lincoln Road family transfer item for one week to allow further discussion and final consideration at the May 15 City Council meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; a referral on code reform parking requirements near transit stops was tabled due to time constraints.

• Held over 3800 Lincoln Road family transfer for one week (12-0)
• Tabled code reform parking requirements referral for future meeting

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is considering several stormwater improvement contracts and an updated flood control manual. The committee will also review a cost reimbursement agreement with the Montana Department of Transportation.

• Bid award to Jackson Contractor Group for Cattail Corner Stormwater Improvement ($1,034,651.65)
• Bid award to Knife River Corporation for Gharrett St Stormwater Improvement ($1,098,999.00)
• Bid award to Three Rivers Landworks for Grandview Way Stormwater Improvement ($301,313.95)
• Adoption of updated Clark Fork Levees Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan
• MDT cost reimbursement of $354,213 for Brooks Street and Orange Street underpass approaches

The Public Works and Mobility Committee approved an updated Flood Control Facilities Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan for Clark Fork Levee accreditation, and awarded three stormwater improvement contracts: Cattail Corner ($1.03M to Jackson Contractor Group), Gharrett St ($1.1M to Knife River), and Grandview Way ($301K to Three Rivers Landworks). The committee also authorized a state maintenance contract for Brooks Street paving and Orange Street Underpass ramp repairs ($354K). An informational update on the Poplar Farm was presented with no action taken.

• Approved updated Flood Control Facilities Operation and Maintenance Manual and Emergency Action Plan for Clark Fork Levee accreditation (11-0)
• Awarded Cattail Corner Stormwater Improvement Project bid to Jackson Contractor Group for $1,034,651.65 (11-0)
• Awarded Gharrett St Stormwater Improvement Project bid to Knife River Corporation for $1,098,999.00 (11-0)
• Awarded Grandview Way Stormwater Improvement Project bid to Three Rivers Landworks for $301,313.95 (10-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign state maintenance contract with MDT for Brooks Street and Orange Street Underpass repairs, cost reimbursement of $354,213 (10-0)

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The committee approved the reappointment of Dan Boyle to the Police Commission for a new term, with 9 votes in favor and 0 against. They also received an update on the Community Care Team, a partnership providing street medicine and social services to unhoused residents, funded by ARPA dollars.

• Approved reappointment of Dan Boyle to the Police Commission (9-0)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee received a presentation on the Community Form Analysis phase of the Our Missoula Code Reform and Growth Policy update. The update was informational only; no decisions were made. Discussion focused on zoning, housing density, timelines, community engagement, and the formation of a new Community Advisory Group (CAG).

• Approved minutes from April 12, 2023, meeting as submitted.

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board met on May 2, 2023, to approve minutes from April 18 and hear a presentation on the Our Missoula Growth Policy update and code reform. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and staff announcements. No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances were listed for decision in the provided text.

• Presentation on Our Missoula Growth Policy update and code reform by Ben Brewer, Long Range Planning Supervisor
• Approval of minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting

The board reviewed a presentation on the Our Missoula Growth Policy Update and Code Reform project. Staff outlined goals for land use, housing, and community design, and detailed the engagement partnership with Common Good Missoula. No formal actions were taken on the proposal.

• Approved April 18 minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, set public hearings, and hold hearings on several items. Key actions include ratifying accounts payable, approving a water main design contract, and setting a hearing for affordable housing funding. Public hearings will be held on stormwater regulation updates, FY2023 Q2 budget amendments, and two property annexations, with final votes scheduled for May 8.

• Ratify accounts payable of $1,619,153.27 (Apr 25) and $870,889.43 (May 2)
• Approve $70,985 contract with IMEG for S 4th St W water main replacement design
• Set public hearing for FY2023 Unified Application affordable housing fund awards
• Approve $101,851.50 contract with Advanced Lawn Care for East Caras Park restoration
• Public hearings on stormwater code amendments, Q2 budget amendments, and annexations at 6991 Alisha Dr and 3800 Lincoln Rd

The City Council approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments regarding city bans, road spending, taxi services, and development at Fort Missoula.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Our Missoula Community Advisory Group

The agenda consists of procedural items including introductions and a project status update. The group will discuss its purpose, charter, and project approach.

• Discussion of group purpose and charter
• Project overview and status update
• Review of project approach

Community Forum

The Missoula Community Forum is meeting to handle administrative business, hear public comment, and receive presentations. They will consider approving FY23 Energize Your Neighborhood grant awards and hear about the Neighborhood Watch program. The meeting also includes staff and neighborhood council reports.

• Approve minutes from March 23, 2023
• 2023 Neighborhood Grant Overview presentation by Kalina Pritchard
• Motion to approve FY23 Energize Your Neighborhood grant awards
• Neighborhood Watch presentation by Tony Rollin
• City Council liaison report by Gwen Jones, Ward 3

The Community Forum approved recommended grant awards for the FY23 Energize Your Neighborhood Grant Projects. The approved grants will now proceed to the City Council for final approval. The meeting also included a presentation on the Neighborhood Watch Program.

• Approved FY23 Energize Your Neighborhood Grant Project awards
• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Cemetery Board

The Missoula Cemetery Board is scheduled to vote on granting an easement for the Otis Street Apartments transmission line. The board will also review the schematic design for a new office building and present financial updates for January through March 2023.

• Easement request for Otis Street Apartments transmission line
• Review of Office Building Schematic Design and revised drawings
• Financial update covering January, February, and March 2023 revenues and expenditures

The board approved a request for a 65-square-foot powerline easement to be sold at full market value. Members discussed a new office building design but requested more aesthetic options before proceeding. A tentative date for the Stories and Stones event was set for September 17, 2023.

• Approved 65-square-foot powerline easement (5-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Requested additional design options for new office building
• Set tentative date for Stories and Stones event for September 17, 2023

City Council--No Meeting

This is a placeholder agenda for a canceled Missoula City Council meeting. No items were discussed or decided; the agenda contains only an announcement that no meeting occurred.

• No City Council Meeting

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will consider several action items, including a TIF funding request for the proposed Front Street Apartments at 333-401 East Front Street, acceptance of the FY2022 audit report, a request to proceed without prejudice for the 406 Commons project, and an amendment to the Sleepy Inn construction services agreement. Public comments on the Front Street project are largely supportive, with some opposition citing gentrification concerns.

• TIF request for Front Street Apartments, 333-401 East Front Street (26 units)
• FY2022 audit report acceptance
• 406 Commons at 2101 & 2105 Bow Street and 825 Kent Avenue - request to proceed without prejudice
• Sleepy Inn at 1427 West Broadway - amendment to construction services agreement with Three Rivers Landworks
• FY23 budget status reports

The Board approved a reimbursement request for the removal of substandard buildings and public right-of-way improvements on Front Street. The Board also accepted the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Report and approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.

• Approved reimbursement to MC Real Estate Development, LLC not to exceed $257,924 for building removal and public right-of-way/Kiwanis Park improvements
• Approved MRA FY2022 Audit Report
• Approved March 16, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 Conservation Lands Management Program annual report, plan a strategic planning retreat, and hear updates from program staff. The agenda includes staff introductions, training opportunities, and a manager's update on recent accomplishments and priorities.

• Discussion of 2022 CLM Program Annual Report
• Planning for CLAC strategic planning retreat in summer/fall 2023
• Staff introductions for Sasha Victor and Rob Bell
• Upcoming training: May 18 CLM presentation to Missoula County Weed Board and County/City Open Meeting Board Training
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2023

The committee approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff introductions, a presentation on the 2022 CLM Program Annual Report, and discussions regarding strategic planning and fire response on Mount Jumbo.

• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (unanimous roll call vote of members present)

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is reviewing a joint City-County energy efficiency rebate program. The committee is also considering a site restoration contract for East Caras Park.

• Interlocal Agreement for Joint City-County Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• East Caras Park Site Restoration Contract with Advanced Lawn Care up to $101,851.50
• Approval of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee approved a two-year joint energy efficiency rebate program with Missoula County. It also authorized a contract for site restoration at East Caras Park. Both items will be placed on the consent agenda.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Missoula County for joint energy efficiency rebate program (10-0)
• Approved contract with Advanced Lawn Care for East Caras Park site restoration not to exceed $101,851.50 (10-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee is reviewing a professional services agreement with IMEG. The agreement covers the design of a water main replacement on South 4th Street.

• Professional Services Agreement with IMEG for S 4th St water main replacement design, not to exceed $70,985.00

The Public Works and Mobility Committee approved a professional services agreement with IMEG to design the replacement of approximately 3,600 feet of water main on S 4th St W from Russell to Orange. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2024.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with IMEG for S 4th St W water main replacement design, cost not to exceed $70,985.00 (12-0)

Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee

The committee approved a motion to hold a public hearing on May 8, 2023, regarding the Unified Application Round Year 2023. This involves awarding funds from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, HOME, HOME-ARP, and CDBG to eight projects.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2023
• Approved motion to set May 8, 2023 public hearing for Unified Application Round Year 2023 funding awards (12-0)

Planning Board

The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board is reviewing a proposed zoning overlay for cannabis cultivation and dispensaries in unzoned areas of Missoula County. The board is also considering rezoning requests for properties at Inez and Idaho Streets and 327 SW Higgins Avenue.

• Proposed countywide zoning overlay for cannabis cultivation and dispensaries
• Rezoning of corner of Idaho Street and Inez Street from R20 to B2-2
• Rezoning of 327 SW Higgins Avenue from R5.4 to B2-1

The board recommended that the Board of County Commissioners adopt a zoning overlay for cannabis cultivation and dispensaries on unzoned county land. It also recommended that City Council rezone a property at Idaho and Inez Streets from R20 to B2-2 to allow for higher density and mixed-use development.

• Recommended adoption of cannabis zoning overlay for unzoned county land (9-0)
• Recommended rezoning of Idaho St and Inez St property from R20 to B2-2
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Public Art Committee

The committee approved the March 21, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed potential collaborations for the PAC Live summer series and the Missoula Sculpture Park feasibility study, but tabled the final vote on PAC Live until May.

• Approved 3/21/23 meeting minutes
• Tabled decision on PAC Live Summer 2023

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a consent agenda containing multiple administrative and zoning actions. Key decisions included approving accounts payable, authorizing a mental health services contract, and preliminarily adopting two rezoning ordinances.

• Approved accounts payable of $972,668.11 (12-0)
• Authorized contract with Missoula County for Mobile Support Team funds not to exceed $130,000 (12-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of JR Casillas to the Parking Commission (12-0)
• Approved Energy and Climate Team bylaws dated March 15, 2023 (12-0)
• Preliminarily adopted rezoning of Idaho St and Inez St from R20 to B2-2 (12-0)
• Preliminarily adopted rezoning of 327 SW Higgins from R5.4/B1-1 to B2-1 (12-0)
• Adopted resolution of intention to annex 6991 Alisha Dr (12-0)
• Approved noise control waiver for LHC Inc. on W. Broadway/Old Hwy. 10 (12-0)

Energy and Climate Team

The Missoula Energy and Climate Team met to approve minutes and discuss updates on the Poplar Plantation and Climate Action Team. The group reviewed a legislative session update and toured the University of Montana combined heat and power plant. Chris Rowe presented information on geothermal heat pumps.

• Approval of minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting
• Update on the Poplar Plantation project
• Update from the Climate Action Team
• Legislative Session update
• Presentation on geothermal heat pumps by Chris Rowe

The team approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the team discussed youth recruitment and received updates on climate resilience and municipal energy projects.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Open Space Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss its role in open space project decision making and receive an update on the Marshall Mountain Resource Inventory Report. Other discussion items include Ten Spoon Winery and Vineyard and an update on a request for proposals regarding parks, recreation, and trails.

• Discussion of OSAC’s role in open space project decision making
• Marshall Mountain Resource Inventory Report update
• Ten Spoon Winery and Vineyard discussion
• Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Request for Proposal update

The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2023, meeting with one revision. Members discussed the committee's role in decision-making, the Marshall Mountain land acquisition process, and the status of the PROST plan update RFP.

• Approved March 9, 2023, minutes with one revision

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee approved the Energy and Climate Team bylaws dated March 15, 2023. The committee also received a quarterly update on Energy and Climate Team activities.

• Approved Energy and Climate Team bylaws dated March 15, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee met on April 12, 2023, to approve previous minutes and discuss one substantive item. The committee considered a referral to authorize the mayor to sign a contract with Missoula County. This agreement involves receiving up to $130,000 in Mental Health Mill Funds to provide services for a Mobile Support Team.

• Referral to authorize a contract with Missoula County for Mental Health Mill Funds
• Contract amount not to exceed $130,000.00
• Funds designated for the Mobile Support Team
• Approval of minutes from the April 5, 2023, PSHO meeting

The committee reviewed a request to enter a professional service agreement with Missoula County for funds not to exceed $130,000. These funds are intended for an administrative assistant, facility rental, and basic supplies for the Mobile Support Team. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on this item.

• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee approved a resolution for property schedules related to a master tax-exempt installment purchase agreement with U.S. Bancorp. The committee also confirmed the reappointment of a member to the Parking Commission.

• Approved resolution for property schedules with U.S. Bancorp government leasing and finance, inc. (7-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of JR Casillas to the Parking Commission for term May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting

Land Use and Planning Committee

The committee received an introductory presentation and staff report regarding the Phased Development Review for Riverfront Trails Subdivision Ph1A. No decisions were made during this meeting. The proposal is scheduled for a public hearing and final consideration by the City Council on April 17, 2023.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023

Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee

The Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee will hold an exploratory discussion regarding Area Median Income (AMI) limits. The meeting also includes updates on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, working group progress, and a legislative session update.

• Exploratory discussion on Area Median Income (AMI) limits and market needs
• Update on projects funded or recommended for funding via the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Updates from the Policy Working Group and Education and Outreach Working Group
• Summary of follow-up conversation with the Missoula Tenants Union
• 2023 Montana Legislative session update

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting. Staff reported that $181,550 was provided to the Bonnie's Place Resident Owned Community on April 10, 2023. Four applications from Homeword and NMCDC were recommended for funding approval through the Unified Funding Round.

• Approved February 14, 2023 Minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Missoula Parks and Recreation Board meets to handle routine administrative business, including approving March minutes and hearing public comments. The main substantive items are a mid-year budget presentation and an update on the Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space (PROST) program, plus a director's report on accomplishments and goals.

• Mid-year budget presentation by Ryan Applegate
• PROST (Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space) update by Zac Covington
• Director's report with accomplishments and division goals
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on the Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space (PROST) RFP and a mid-year budget presentation regarding FY23 revenue and FY24 priorities.

• Approved March 14, 2023 minutes

Missoula Parking Commission

The Missoula Parking Commission is meeting to review the FY22 audit, a monthly financial statement, and a funding request from Missoula in Motion for CMAQ match funds. They will also discuss a parking restriction request for the Russell Smith Federal Courthouse on Broadway. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• FY22 Parking Commission Audit presented by Jan Schweitzer of Pinion
• JCCS Monthly Financial Review for February 2022
• Missoula in Motion CMAQ Match Funding Request for FY24
• Russell Smith Federal Courthouse Broadway Parking Restriction Request

The Commission approved a $10,000 match funding request for Missoula In Motion's CMAQ program. The board also reviewed the FY22 audit, which resulted in an unmodified opinion, and discussed a security request from the Department of Homeland Security to restrict parking near the Federal Courthouse.

• Approved $10,000 match funding request for Missoula In Motion (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Missoula City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, set public hearings, and consider several agenda items. Key actions include first reading of a stormwater ordinance update, setting hearings for FY2023 Q2 budget amendments and the Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A, and approving an energy performance contract amendment. The council will also confirm appointments to city boards and review state legislation.

• Approve accounts payable of $1,371,810.35 for checks dated April 11, 2023
• First reading and preliminary adoption of ordinance amending stormwater regulations (Chapter 13.27), with public hearing set for May 1, 2023
• Set public hearing for FY2023 Q2 budget amendments on May 1, 2023, with final consideration May 8, 2023
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to McKinstry Energy Performance Contract
• Set public hearing for April 17, 2023 on Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A (Lower Miller Creek Road)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including over $1.3M in claims and several administrative appointments. The council also preliminarily adopted updates to stormwater regulations and scheduled budget amendment hearings.

• Approved accounts payable of $1,371,810.35 (10-0)
• Preliminarily adopted stormwater regulation updates to Missoula Municipal Code Chapter 13.27 (10-0)
• Approved FY2023 2nd Quarter Budget Amendments public hearing for May 1, 2023 (10-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the McKinstry Energy Performance Contract (10-0)
• Appointed Lander Karath to the Open Space Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Confirmed reappointments of Margie Costa, Sam Duncan, and Erynn Castellanos to the Parks and Recreation Board (10-0)
• Approved public hearing for Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A review (10-0)
• Approved minutes from March 27 and April 3, 2023 meetings (10-0)

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee

The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review a recommendation for Amendment #3 to the FY 23-27 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also receive a presentation on the 2022 Missoula In Motion Annual Report.

• Review and recommendation of approval for Amendment #3 to the FY 23-27 Transportation Improvement Program
• Presentation of the 2022 Missoula In Motion Annual Report

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee approved an amendment to the Master Energy Performance Contract with McKinstry Essention, LLC. The committee also scheduled a public hearing for May 1, 2023, regarding Fiscal Year 2023 2nd Quarter Budget Amendments.

• Approved March 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Set public hearing for May 1, 2023, regarding FY 2023 2nd Quarter Budget Amendments (10-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the Master Energy Performance Contract with McKinstry Essention, LLC (10-0)

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is reviewing several board appointments. The committee will interview a candidate for the Open Space Advisory Committee and consider reappointments to the Parks and Recreation Board.

• Interview Lander Karath for appointment to the Open Space Advisory Committee
• Confirm reappointments of Margie Costa, Sam Duncan, and Erynn Castellanos to the Parks and Recreation Board

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee appointed Lander Karath to the Open Space Advisory Committee. The committee also confirmed three mayoral reappointments to the Parks and Recreation Board.

• Appointed Lander Karath to the Open Space Advisory Committee for a term ending January 25, 2026 (10-0)
• Confirmed reappointments of Margie Costa, Sam Duncan, and Erynn Castellanos to the Parks and Recreation Board (10-0)
• Approved March 29, 2023 minutes

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The committee preliminarily adopted an ordinance to update Missoula Municipal Code Chapter 13.27. The changes clarify requirements, establish reinspection and investigation fees, and remove the exemption for existing MS4 permittees, including the University of Montana. A public hearing is scheduled for May 1, 2023.

• Approved minutes from March 29, 2023
• Approved preliminary adoption of ordinance amending Stormwater Management code and set public hearing for May 1, 2023 (10-0)

Public Safety, Health and Operations Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. The Community Justice Department provided a twice-yearly update regarding advocacy services, justice initiatives, and pending grant applications. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Missoula Historic Preservation Commission meets April 5, 2023, to consider two related Historic Preservation Permit applications for Fort Missoula Commons (Post Hospital): one for garage demolition and one for exterior alterations and new construction. The board will hear staff reports, developer presentations, and public comment before asking questions. The meeting also includes approval of March 1 minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Consideration of Historic Preservation Permit for garage demolition at Fort Missoula Commons (Post Hospital)
• Consideration of Historic Preservation Permit for exterior alterations and new construction at Fort Missoula Commons
• Public hearing with 1 hour allotted for public comment on both permit applications
• Approval of minutes from March 1, 2023 meeting

The Commission reviewed two Historic Preservation Permits for the Post Hospital site at 3255 Lt. Moss Road. No final votes were taken on the permits; the items were discussed and held for the next meeting on May 3rd.

• Approved minutes from March 1st, 2023 (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on Demolition Historic Preservation Permit for the Garage at 3255 Lt. Moss Road
• Tabled decision on Historic Preservation Permit for exterior alterations and new construction at 3255 Lt. Moss Road

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hear updates on the Our Missoula Code Reform and Growth Policy Update project and consider a referral to direct staff to include eliminating parking minimums within half a mile of a transit stop in code reform recommendations. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 29, 2023 meeting.

• Referral to eliminate parking minimums within half a mile of a transit stop
• Update on Our Missoula Code Reform and Growth Policy Update project
• Approval of minutes from March 29, 2023

The committee received updates on the Our Missoula Code Reform and Growth Policy Update project. A proposal to eliminate parking minimums within a half-mile of transit stops was discussed but not decided; it was scheduled for further review on April 19, 2023.

• Approved minutes from March 29, 2023

Planning Board

The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a special presentation regarding board training. The session includes an orientation for the Sophie Moiese Room as the board transitions to a county-managed venue.

• Approval of March 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Board training and Sophie Moiese Room orientation

The board approved the minutes from the March 7, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff training and a Q&A orientation regarding land use planning and board operations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review a resolution for a $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond and consider ordinances for residential rezoning on Deer Creek Road. The agenda also includes approving accounts payable totaling $625,717.76 and reviewing a conditional use request for Hellgate Village West.

• $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond resolution
• Accounts payable approval of $625,717.76
• Rezoning Deer Creek Road Tract 2 from R20 to R40 Residential
• Hellgate Village West Townhome Exemption Development conditional use request
• Appointment of Rob Erickson to the Impact Fee Advisory Committee

The City Council approved a $4.2M sewer system revenue bond and accounts payable totaling $625,717.76. Two land-use requests were approved, including a residential rezone on Deer Creek Road and a townhome development conditional use for Hellgate Village West.

• Approved $625,717.76 in accounts payable (11-0)
• Approved $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond (11-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Rob Erickson to Impact Fee Advisory Committee (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of Deer Creek Road Tract 2 from R20 to R40 Residential (11-0)
• Approved Hellgate Village West Townhome Exemption Development conditional use (11-0)
• Proclaimed April 2023 as Volunteer Month

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote on a resolution to issue $4,207,000 in Sewer System Revenue Bonds under the DNRC Water Pollution Control State Revolving Loan Program. The committee will also confirm the Mayor's appointment of Rob Erickson to the Impact Fee Advisory Committee. Additionally, the body will approve the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting.

• Adoption of a resolution for $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond (DNRC Water Pollution Control State Revolving Loan Program), Series 2023
• Confirmation of Rob Erickson's appointment to the Impact Fee Advisory Committee for a term expiring November 30, 2026
• Approval of minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee approved a resolution for a $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond. The committee also confirmed the appointment of Rob Erickson to the Impact Fee Advisory Committee.

• Approved $4,207,000 Sewer System Revenue Bond (10-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Rob Erickson to the Impact Fee Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee

The Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee is reviewing two informational items regarding climate action administrative rules. These include policies for environmentally sustainable building and vehicle emissions reduction.

• Review of Admin Rule 39: Environmentally Sustainable Building Policy
• Review of Admin Rule 40: Vehicle Emissions Reduction Policy

The committee discussed Administrative Rule 39 regarding greenhouse gas reduction and Administrative Rule 40 regarding city fleet vehicle management. These items were presented for informational purposes only. The minutes from March 1, 2023, were approved.

• Approved March 1, 2023 minutes
• Reviewed Climate Action Administrative Rules 39 and 40 (informational only)

Land Use and Planning Committee

The Land Use and Planning Committee will vote on two development referrals: a rezoning request for a parcel on Deer Creek Road and a conditional use request for townhomes in Hellgate Village West. Both recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for a final vote on April 3, 2023. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 8, 2023.

• Rezone of Deer Creek Road Tract 2 of COS 5850 from R20 Residential to R40 Residential
• Hellgate Village West Townhome Exemption Development conditional use request
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023

The Land Use and Planning Committee reviewed two development proposals and forwarded recommendations to the City Council for final consideration on April 3, 2023. These include a residential rezoning on Deer Creek Road and a conditional use request for townhomes.

• Recommended City Council adopt or deny rezoning Tract 2 of COS 5850 from R20 Residential to R40 Residential
• Recommended City Council approve the Hellgate Village West Townhome Exemption Development conditional use request
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation regarding the Missoula Aging Services Area Plan on Aging. This item is for information only and does not require a vote.

• Missoula Aging Services Area Plan on Aging presentation

The committee approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a presentation and discussion regarding the Missoula Aging Services Area Plan on Aging.

• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Works and Mobility Committee

The Public Works and Mobility Committee will review an informational update regarding the URD III North Ave Water Main Extension Project. The meeting also includes administrative business such as approving previous minutes.

• Informational update: URD III North Ave Water Main Extension Project

The committee approved the minutes from March 15, 2023. Members received an informational presentation regarding a water main extension project on North Ave from Johnson Street to the railroad tracks, funded by the Missoula Redevelopment Agency.

• Approved March 15, 2023 minutes

City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering several infrastructure projects, including a water main replacement and road improvements. The agenda also includes the acceptance of a conservation easement for Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery.

• Bid award to RLC Enterprises for South 5th St. water main replacement up to $810,257.48
• Resolution to accept a donated conservation easement for Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery property
• Approval of up to $40,000 in 2018 open space bond funds for easement-related costs
• Services agreement with Sprinkler Maniac for Poplar Farm maintenance not to exceed $110,000
• Rejection of bid for Worden Ave/Turner St/N. 5th St W/Scott St right-of-way improvements

The City Council voted to change its official position on Senate Bill 323 from 'oppose' to 'neutral.' The council also approved a conservation easement for the Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery and several consent agenda items including public works contracts. Two rezoning and development requests were referred back to the Land Use and Planning committee.

• Changed City position on Senate Bill 323 to neutral (6-4)
• Approved conservation easement for Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery and $40,000 in bond funds for costs (10-0)
• Approved $832,375.71 and $500,758.24 in accounts payable
• Approved $110,000 agreement with Sprinkler Maniac for Poplar Farm maintenance
• Confirmed appointment of Tiffany Brander to the Parking Commission
• Rejected bid and final ordering for Worden Ave-Turner St-N. 5th St W project; directed staff to rebid
• Approved $63,147.50 amendment for Lower Miller Creek Rd. reconstruction
• Awarded $810,257.48 bid to RLC Enterprises for South 5th St. water main replacement

Community Forum

This community forum meeting includes a presentation on the 2023 Neighborhood Grants Overview. The body will also receive an update on the Neighborhood Clean-Up and hear various staff and neighborhood council reports.

• Approval of FY23 Energize Your Neighborhood Grant awards
• Neighborhood Clean-Up update
• Approval of February 23, 2023, meeting minutes

The forum approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion regarding 2023 Neighborhood Grants was postponed until April to allow a committee to score an overlooked application.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee is meeting to approve Amendment #2 to the 2023 Unified Planning Work Program. The body will also approve letters of support for five federal grant applications related to transportation and access in Missoula and Missoula County. Additionally, the committee will discuss the review process for Transportation Alternatives applications.

• Approval of Amendment #2 to the 2023 Unified Planning Work Program
• Letter of support for Federal Lands Access grant for Blue Mnt
• Letter of support for Transportation Alternatives grant for Mullan Road (Cote to Deschamps)
• Letter of support for Transportation Alternatives grant for US 93 Trail Preservation
• Letter of support for Federal Lands Access grant for Pattee Canyon

Public Art Committee

The Missoula Public Art Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and take action on two items: approving the TSB Art Call for April 1st and approving a signage purchase for 2,710 Points of Light. The agenda also includes a budget update and numerous non-action items for discussion, such as the Stormwater Mural Project, Traffic Circle Project, and Indigenous Mural Project.

• Approval of TSB Art Call (April 1st)
• Approval of Signage Purchase (2,710 Points of Light)
• Special presentation on Skateboarding Space at Beartracks Under Bridge
• Discussion of Stormwater Mural Project
• Discussion of Traffic Circle Project (Hollis & Livingston / Bike Month: May in Motion)

The committee approved the timeframe for the Traffic Signal Box (TSB) project art calls and authorized up to $200 for signage for the '2,710 points of light' piece. Members also discussed potential art integration for a new skateboarding area at the Beartracks Underbridge.

• Approved TSB project art call timeframe (All in favor)
• Approved up to $200 for '2,710 points of light' signage purchase (All in favor)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (Motion passed)

City Council--No Meeting

This agenda is for a scheduled City Council meeting that was cancelled; no items are listed for discussion or decision. The document only contains the meeting header and a placeholder for announcements and public comments, with no attachments or public comments submitted.

Energy and Climate Team

The Energy and Climate Team will meet to discuss revisions to their draft bylaws. The agenda also includes updates on the Strategic Implementation Work Team and a presentation regarding geothermal heat pumps.

• Review and discussion of Draft Revised Bylaws
• Presentation on geothermal heat pumps
• Strategic Implementation Work Team update
• University of Montana Combined Heat and Power Plant tour update

The team approved a draft of the Revised Energy & Climate Team Bylaws to be forwarded to the City Council Climate, Conservation and Parks Committee. The group also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved draft of Revised Energy & Climate Team Bylaws (4-0)
• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to consider three Tax Increment Financing (TIF) requests: the Flynn-Lowney Ditch Restoration Project, a First Security Bank project at 2500 Garfield Street and 1704 Dearborn Avenue, and a request to authorize a design memorandum for the North Avenue Water Main. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and receive staff reports, including a director's report and FY23 budget status.

• Flynn-Lowney Ditch Restoration Project – URD II Strategic Exit Plan (Wards 1 & 3) – TIF Request
• First Security Bank – 2500 Garfield Street & 1704 Dearborn Avenue (URD III / Ward 4) – TIF Request
• URD III Water Network Program - North Avenue Water Main (Ward 6) – Request for Authorization to Enter Into a Design Memorandum of Understanding
• Approval of February 16, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
• Approval of February 23, 2023 Mountain Line/MRA Board Meeting Minutes

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency Board approved three funding requests for ditch restoration, bank-led site improvements, and water main design. The board also approved minutes from February meetings.

• Approved up to $300,000 for Flynn-Lowney Ditch Restoration Project professional planning
• Approved $711,083 for First Security Bank deconstruction and public right-of-way improvements
• Approved up to $68,665 for North Avenue Water Main Project design MOU with Missoula Water
• Approved February 16, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
• Approved February 23, 2023 Mountain Line/MRA Board Meeting Minutes

Committee of the Whole

The agenda consists only of a Local Government Academy meeting item. No other specific legislative actions or discussions are listed in the provided text.

• Local Government Academy meeting

Conservation Lands Advisory Committee

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee will consider approving a draft scoping survey and opening a one-month public engagement period. The meeting also includes staff introductions and a presentation on recreation and trails data.

• Vote to approve Forest Ecosystem Resource Management Plan public scoping survey
• Presentation on Building a Better Board by the City Clerk
• Review of Conservation Lands Management Staff Introductions
• Discussion of Recreation/Trails data overview

The Conservation Lands Advisory Committee approved the launch of a one-month public scoping survey for the Forest Ecosystem Resource Management Plan. The committee also received training on board productivity and reviewed trail system data for Mount Jumbo.

• Approved January 19, 2023 and February 16, 2023 minutes as posted
• Approved public scoping survey questions and 1-month survey period (7-0)
• Tabled Conservation Lands Management Staff Introductions