Whitefish public meetings in 2021
27 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Advisory Committee will meet to receive a presentation on the Downtown Highway Study. The body will also select a Vice-Chair and discuss report edits for the Riverbend Condo Easement.
- Downtown Highway Study presentation
- Selection of Vice-Chair
- Riverbend Condo Easement report edits
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Advisory Committee approved a draft report on trail connectivity along the Whitefish River with five specific amendments. The body also heard a presentation on accessibility barriers for people with disabilities within the city.
- Approval of the Bike/Pedestrian Trail Connectivity Along Whitefish River report dated September 3, 2021
- Discussion of bike/ped barriers and universal design concerns on Miles Avenue
- Review of a proposed 10-foot wide trail design along the Riverside property
- Report on the renewal of the Resort Tax
Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed moratorium on short-term rentals. The group will also review the development of a short-term rental plan and the potential to extend the committee's term.
- Proposed moratorium on short-term rentals (STRs)
- Development of Short-Term Rental Plan
- Discussion on extending the committee for an additional year or recommending a standing committee
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Dream Adaptive regarding barriers for people with disabilities. The committee will also discuss a report prepared by the body.
- Dream Adaptive presentation on bike/ped barriers for people with disabilities
- Discussion of report prepared by the Committee
Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review recent City Council work sessions. The committee will discuss a recommended moratorium on short-term rentals and other regulatory options.
- Discussion of recommended moratorium on short-term rentals (STRs)
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss various pedestrian and bicycle path connections and easements. The agenda includes updates on specific local path projects and infrastructure improvements.
- Lamb Lane/Assembly of God Paths
- Easements for Riverbend Condo, Malmquist, Les Schwab, and Duck Inn
- Voerman/Trailview and Shady River Lane Path Connections
- Baker Avenue Underpass Project
- Crosswalk on Lupfer/2nd Street
Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review committee reports and discuss the Downtown Banner Project. The body is considering moving these reports to a City Council Work Session.
- Discussion of Downtown Banner Project
- Review of Committee Reports for movement to City Council Work Session
- Approval of May 7, 2021 minutes
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is holding a special session to interview candidates and make appointments for several city boards. The body will decide on positions for the Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Architectural Review Committee, and the Police Commission.
- Interviews for Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau (Erica Terrell, Rhonda Fitzgerald)
- Interviews for Architectural Review Committee (Paul McElroy, Diane Kane)
- Interview for Police Commission (Tara Zimmerman)
- Appointment of three positions to Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau (3-year terms)
- Appointment of two positions to Architectural Review Committee (3-year terms)
Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Steering Committee reviewed reports regarding transportation, funding, short-term rentals, and recycling. The committee discussed potential changes to the definition of short-term rentals and proposed various uses for resort tax revenues.
- Proposed resort tax allocations including 58% for streets/utilities and 10% for bicycle/pedestrian paths
- Transportation recommendations for Whitefish Promenade North and South projects
- Proposal to redefine short-term rentals from stays under 30 days to stays under 90 days
- Recommendation to bid for new recycling services including a central drop-off site
- Discussion of $7,500 annual grant program offered by the CVB
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Discussion items include specific path connections, easements, and safety projects.
- Skyles Place One-way with Separated Bike Path
- Lamb Lane/Assembly of God Paths
- Baker Avenue Underpass Project
- Crosswalk on Lupfer/2nd Street
- Easements for Riverbend Condo, Malmquist, Les Schwab, and Duck Inn
Mayor & City Council
The Mayor and City Council are holding a special session to interview candidates for several city boards. The body will decide on appointments for the Resort Tax Monitoring Committee, Strategic Housing Steering Committee, and Board of Park Commissioners.
- Interviews and appointments for two 3-year terms on the Resort Tax Monitoring Committee
- Interview and appointment for one position on the Strategic Housing Steering Committee (term ending 12/31/2021)
- Interviews and appointments for four positions on the Board of Park Commissioners
- Police Commission appointment deferred to May 17th
Mayor & City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review proposed goals for fiscal year 2022 across various city departments. The regular meeting includes a public hearing regarding a two-month parking permit pilot program and an ordinance amendment concerning fireworks regulations.
- FY22 goal setting for administration, fire, parks, planning, police, and public works
- Resolution establishing a $20 per month parking permit pilot program
- Ordinance amending Title 9 - Fire Regulations regarding fireworks
- Public Works discussion on future recycling services
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the Transportation Plan Tier 1 list under new business. Old business items include several easement discussions and various path connection projects.
- Transportation Plan Tier 1 list discussion
- Lamb Lane/Assembly of God Paths
- Riverbend Condo Easement
- Malmquist Easement
- Les Schwab Easement
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is reviewing inquiries regarding the annexation of land and extension of city services south of Highway 40. This work session addresses whether to maintain the current Urban Growth Boundary or expand it to allow more city oversight of development near the Highway 93 South Corridor.
- Review of annexation inquiries for properties near the intersection of Highways 40 and 93
- Discussion of extending water and sewer services toward Blanchard Lake Road
- Consideration of a Transitional Business District for future annexations
- Litigation update with City Attorney in executive session
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is discussing a pilot parking permit program for employees and business owners to reduce downtown street parking congestion. The proposed trial would run from July 1 to August 31, 2021.
- Proposed $20 per month employee parking permits for a maximum of 80-85 participants
- Proposed permit locations: 3rd and Central lot, 2nd and Spokane lot, lot south of Whitefish Library, and the uncovered 3rd level of the parking structure
- Ordinance No. 21-02 to establish additional parking restrictions (Second Reading)
- Request from Eric Mulcahy (93, LLC) to extend the preliminary plat for a 24-lot subdivision on Highway 93 West
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee will meet remotely via WebEx to conduct regular business. The agenda includes discussion of the Miles Avenue/Riverbend Condo Easement and updates from Parks and Recreation and Public Works.
- Miles Avenue/Riverbend Condo Easement discussion
Mayor & City Council
The Mayor and City Council are holding a work session to review proposed regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The draft aims to increase housing options for local workers by updating permitting and design standards.
- Proposal to move ADUs from full Conditional Use Permits to Administrative Conditional Use Permits
- Proposed size limit for ADUs: 600 square feet or 50% of the primary structure, whichever is less
- Proposed height limit for detached ADUs: up to 28 feet and no more than 2 stories
- Requirement that ADUs cannot be sold separately from the primary single-family home
- Proposed restriction prohibiting ADU rentals for periods of less than 30 days
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is holding a special session to interview Christine Bleyhl for a vacancy on the Architectural Review Committee. The council will decide on an appointment for a position with a term ending May 31, 2022.
- Interview of Christine Bleyhl for the Architectural Review Committee
- Appointment for one Architectural Review Committee position (term ending 5/31/2022)
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is holding a special session to interview Christine Bleyhl. The body will consider an appointment to one position on the Architectural Review Committee for a term ending May 31, 2022.
- Interview of Christine Bleyhl for the Architectural Review Committee
- Appointment for one Architectural Review Committee position (term ending 5/31/2022)
Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Steering Committee is meeting to receive reports from working groups. These groups are tasked with addressing priority action items from the plan, including short-term rentals, funding, transportation, and recycling.
- Report on Short-term Rentals by Lauren, Rhonda, and Mariah
- Report on Funding by Dylan and Alan
- Report on Transportation by Craig and Rhonda
- Report on Recycling by Craig and Michelle
- Approval of November 17, 2020 and December 4, 2020 minutes
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to receive an update on Miles Avenue from KLJ and review a Tier 1 list for the Transportation Plan. Members will also discuss various path connections and easements across the city.
- Miles Avenue update from KLJ
- Transportation Plan Tier 1 list
- Easements for Riverbend Condo, Malmquist, Les Schwab, and Duck Inn
- Baker Avenue Underpass Project
- Crosswalk on Lupfer/2nd Street
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is reviewing a project overview for the Whitefish Transportation Plan update through 2040. The body is also considering new solid waste rates and several conditional use permits.
- Review of Whitefish Transportation Plan Update by KLJ Engineering
- Resolution to establish Solid Waste Rates
- Conditional Use Permit for accessory apartment at 1656 West Lakeshore Drive
- Conditional Use Permit for restaurant with beer/wine license at 206 Lupfer Avenue
- Lakeshore Protection Permit for EZ dock at 350 Dakota Avenue
Mayor & City Council
The City Council will receive a project overview from KLJ Engineering regarding the update of the 2010 Transportation Plan. The update evaluates system needs and strategies for projected conditions through the year 2040.
- Review of Whitefish Transportation Plan Update project overview
- Discussion of Phase II analysis and evaluation of issues identified in Phase I
- Integration of Highway 93 South Corridor Plan and Downtown Whitefish Highway Study
- Evaluation of multimodal options including S.N.O.W. Bus and Mountain Climber transit
- Review of active transportation and park-n-ride operational concepts
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to review a draft ordinance that would prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products. The proposal also seeks to ban self-service tobacco displays, requiring a direct person-to-person transfer for purchases.
- Draft ordinance prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products
- Draft ordinance prohibiting self-service displays of tobacco products
- Proposed biannual inspections for tobacco retailers during the first year of implementation
- Proposed annual inspections for tobacco retailers after the first year
- Establishment of penalties for violations as municipal infractions or misdemeanors
Mayor & City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to review a draft ordinance that would prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products. The proposal also seeks to ban self-service displays of tobacco products.
- Draft ordinance prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products
- Draft ordinance prohibiting self-service displays of tobacco products
- Proposed biannual inspections for tobacco retailers during the first year of implementation
- Proposed annual inspections for tobacco retailers after the first year
Pedestrian & Bicycle Path Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding various path connections and easements. The session includes updates on specific local infrastructure projects and reports from Parks and Recreation and Public Works.
- Lamb Lane/Assembly of God Paths
- Riverbend Condo, Malmquist, Les Schwab, and Duck Inn easements
- Voerman/Trailview and Shady River Lane path connections
- Safe Routes to School and Baker Avenue Underpass Project
- Crosswalk on Lupfer/2nd Street
Mayor & City Council
The City Council will hold a special session to appoint a member to the Board of Adjustment. A subsequent work session will include a discussion on prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products and self-service tobacco displays.
- Appointment of one position to the Board of Adjustment (3-year term ending 12/31/2024)
- Interviews with Michael Hein and Scott Wurster for the Board of Adjustment
- Discussion on prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products
- Discussion on prohibiting self-service displays of tobacco products