Kalispell public meetings in 2025

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding a project at 305 Lincoln St. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and performance bond reminders.

• Preliminary comments for Harris Financial at 305 Lincoln St

Urban Renewal Agency Board Meeting

The Urban Renewal Agency Board will meet to discuss updates on TIF and TEDD initiatives. The board will review the status of several public projects and federal grants.

• SS4A Demonstration Grant update
• BUILD Grant update
• SS4A Implementation Grant update
• Kalispell Center Mall update
• Hawthorne Sidewalk Project update

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider awarding a Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to Swank Enterprises for wastewater treatment plant dewatering improvements. The body will also discuss a City Manager employment agreement and a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Award of Wastewater Treatment Plant Dewatering Improvement Project to Swank Enterprises for $2,788,623
• Ordinance 1948 to amend the process for revocation of conditional use permits
• Resolution 6304 for a two-year plat extension for Autumn Creek Subdivision on Hathaway Lane
• Approval of an employment agreement with Jarod Nygren for City Manager
• Mayoral appointment of one member to the Planning Commission

Urban Forestry Committee

The Urban Forestry Committee will approve the November meeting minutes. It will review work updates, including the completion of pruning at Moe’s Run and 70 trees pruned since the November meeting, with ongoing pruning in Woodland Park and Village Greens subdivision. The committee will consider the Arbor Day theme “Don’t Stop BeLeafing” and review logos created by third‑grade students. Finally, it will discuss the current order of 56 trees for spring 2026 and ideas for promoting the Cost Share Program.

• Approve November meeting minutes
• Review pruning updates (70 trees pruned, work in Woodland Park and Village Greens)
• Consider Arbor Day theme and third‑grade student logos
• Discuss spring 2026 tree order (56 trees) and Cost Share Program ideas

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission will consider the Fatt Boys Restaurant & Casino application (KCU‑25‑06), the Village Loop multifamily development (KCU‑25‑07), and the Northwestern Energy shop addition (KCU‑25‑08). The meeting also includes a work session on the Montana Land Use Planning Act. Decisions or recommendations on these items will be recorded at the meeting.

• KCU‑25‑06 – Review of Fatt Boys Restaurant & Casino application
• KCU‑25‑07 – Review of Village Loop multifamily development CUP application
• KCU‑25‑08 – Review of Northwestern Energy shop addition application
• Montana Land Use Planning Act – Work session documents

The commission adopted staff reports and recommended approval of conditional use permits for the Fatt Boys restaurant expansion, the Village Loop multifamily housing project, and the NorthWestern Energy shop addition. An amendment adding a public crossing evaluation to the Village Loop permit was also approved. All motions passed unanimously on roll‑call votes.

• Approved KCU-25-06 Conditional Use Permit for Fatt Boys expansion (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved KCU-25-07 Conditional Use Permit for Village Loop multifamily project (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved amendment to KCU-25-07 adding public crossing evaluation condition (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved KCU-25-08 Conditional Use Permit for NorthWestern Energy shop addition (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous acclamation)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to discuss creating a formal policy for naming city parks and facilities. This follows a request to rename Kidsports after Dan Johns, which prompted the city to review its current lack of written guidelines.

• Discussion on potential adoption of a naming policy for parks and facilities
• Review of naming policies from Baltimore, Minneapolis, Elk River, and Marion County
• Executive session to discuss City Manager recruitment
• Public comment period scheduled
• Open House for City Manager recruitment on December 10, 2025

City Council Agenda

The City Council is holding a closed executive meeting to discuss employee matters. The primary purpose of the session is to conduct a City Manager interview.

• City Manager interview

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will consider a $600,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Central Garage Fund to support initial design work for a new garage facility. The council will also act on a police locker purchase contract with Montana School Equipment for $88,790 and review Ordinance 1947 to allow a waiver of the City Manager residency requirement. Additional items include a zoning ordinance amendment for conditional‑use permit revocation and preliminary plat approvals for the North West View and North Meadows subdivisions.

• Police lockers purchase from Montana School Equipment – $88,790
• Ordinance 1947 – amendment to allow Council to waive City Manager residency requirement
• Resolution 6301 – transfer $600,000 from General Fund to Central Garage Fund for design activities
• Ordinance 1948 – amendment clarifying revocation process for issued conditional use permits
• Preliminary plat approvals: North West View (111 single‑family lots, 38 townhouses on 42.58 acres) and North Meadows (44 townhouse/attached lots on 12.13 acres)

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will meet on November 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes a public hearing, reminders about performance bonds, and discussion of two old‑business projects: the Burn Bootcamp at 466 Rivers Edge Loop and the MDT Combo Facility at 2945 US Hwy 93 N. The committee will also consider any new business items. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Public hearing (Hear the Public)
• Performance bond reminders
• Old business – Burn Bootcamp at 466 Rivers Edge Loop (athletic club)
• Old business – MDT Combo Facility at 2945 US Hwy 93 N (new maintenance facility)
• New business items (unspecified)

City Council Agenda

The council will hold a closed executive session to discuss the recruitment of a new City Manager. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the City Manager, council, and mayor. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session – City Manager recruitment (closed session)
• Public comment period
• City Manager, council, and mayor reports

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Downtown BID will review performance metrics and plan for future resource and capacity needs. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss administration and contractual obligations.

• Review of October 2025 financials
• Comprehensive operational discussion on performance metrics
• Resource and capacity planning
• Executive session regarding contractual obligations

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding the Inflow and Infiltration Mitigation Project to Insituform Technologies for $776,128 and a proclamation supporting the Flathead Food Bank. Council members will consider Resolution 6299 to transfer 1.137 acres to School District 5, Resolution 6300 to call a public hearing on moving General Fund money to the Central Garage Fund, and Ordinance 1947 to amend the City Manager residency requirement. No other action items are listed for this meeting.

• Award Inflow and Infiltration Mitigation Project to Insituform Technologies – $776,128
• Mayoral proclamation recognizing the Flathead Food Bank
• Resolution 6299 – transfer of 1.137 acres to School District 5
• Resolution 6300 – intent to call Dec 1 public hearing to move funds to Central Garage Fund
• Ordinance 1947 – first reading to allow waiver of City Manager residency requirement

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will review applications for the North West View and North Meadows projects. The body will also consider a Conditional Use Permit revocation amendment and hold a work session on the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• North West View (KPP-25-03 & KCU-25-05)
• North Meadows Subdivision (KPP-25-04) including a street length variance
• CUP Revocation Amendment (KZTA-25-02)
• Montana Land Use Planning Act work session regarding economy and natural resources

The commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting by acclamation. It amended the North West View subdivision conditions by striking condition #29. It adopted amended staff reports and recommended approval of a conditional use permit and a preliminary plat with variances. It also adopted a zoning text amendment to clarify revocation of conditional use permits, recommending the city council adopt it.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14, 2025 meeting (by acclamation)
• Amended KPP-25-03 to strike condition #29 (shared driveway width) – passed unanimously
• Adopted amended Staff Report KCU-25-05 and recommended Conditional Use Permit approval – passed unanimously
• Adopted Staff Report KPP-25-04 and recommended preliminary plat and variances for North Meadows Subdivision – passed unanimously
• Adopted findings in Staff Report KZTA-25-02 and recommended zoning text amendment for CUP revocation – passed unanimously

Urban Forestry Committee

The committee will approve the October meeting minutes. It will discuss recent tree‑pruning activities, including 120 trees pruned and work in Moe’s Run. The board will also plan the upcoming Arbor Day celebration at Lawrence Park, covering theme, logo, and event tasks.

• Approve October meeting minutes
• Finished pruning small‑medium trees in West and West North
• Started structural pruning in Moe’s Run
• Held interviews with MUCFA for BSWC member
• Plan Arbor Day at Lawrence Park (theme, logo, tasks)

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Downtown BID will review current performance metrics and plan for future resource capacity. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss administration and contractual obligations.

• Comprehensive Operational Discussion on performance metrics and resource planning
• Executive Session regarding administration and contractual obligations

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to review the Central Garage facility, including current constraints and potential funding sources. The session will also include a closed executive session to discuss City Manager recruitment.

• Discussion on Central Garage facility review and funding
• Executive session for City Manager recruitment
• City offices closed for Veterans Day on November 11, 2025

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will vote on Resolution 6298, which proposes annexing and initially zoning 33.5 acres of land as P‑1 (Public) for a public safety facility at 225 Snowline Lane. The meeting also includes a consent agenda to approve the minutes from the October 6, 13, and 20, 2025 council meetings, a public comment period, and reports from the city manager, council, and mayor that require no action.

• Resolution 6298 – annexation and initial zoning (P‑1 Public) of 33.5 acres at 225 Snowline Lane
• Consent agenda – approval of council minutes for October 6, 13, and 20, 2025
• Public comment period – residents may address the council on any issue not on the agenda
• City manager, council, and mayor reports – listed as no‑action items

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments, issue reminders about performance bonds, and discuss several pending development projects. Old business items include the Burn Bootcamp athletic club at 466 Rivers Edge Loop, a new service building for Corwin Motors at 2585 US HWY 93 N, a new coffee kiosk for Town Pump at 2950 US HWY 93 S, a parking lot expansion for Jackola at 2250 US HWY 93 S, and a new maintenance facility for MDT at 2945 US HWY 93 N. The agenda also lists a New Business segment, though specific items are not detailed.

• Performance Bond Reminders
• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club
• Corwin Motors – 2585 US HWY 93 N – new service building
• Town Pump Coffee Kiosk – 2950 US HWY 93 S – new coffee kiosk
• Jackola – 2250 US HWY 93 S – parking lot expansion

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a Safe Streets and Roads for All Demonstration Grant for E. Oregon Street. Staff reports the grant was awarded but requires a new agreement with the Federal Highway Administration that limits treatments to temporary, less permanent safety measures.

• Discussion of Safe Streets and Roads for All Demonstration Grant Agreement for E. Oregon Street
• Review of temporary safety treatments: high visibility crosswalks, rectangular rapid flashing beacons, and curb extensions
• Review of Main Street Safety Action Plan and priority projects for USDOT grants
• Public comment period scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
• City Manager, Council, and Mayor reports

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments, issue performance bond reminders, and review several pending projects. Old business includes reviews of Burn Bootcamp, Kalispell Superwash, Corwin Motors, Town Pump Coffee Kiosk, and Jackola parking lot expansion. New business focuses on the MDT Combo Facility, a new maintenance facility at 2945 US Hwy 93 N, with preliminary comments on Stillwater Bend Phase 2.

• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club
• Kalispell Superwash – 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop – car wash/garage/4‑plex
• Corwin Motors – 2585 US Hwy 93 N – new service building
• Town Pump Coffee Kiosk – 2950 US Hwy 93 S – new coffee kiosk
• MDT Combo Facility – 2945 US Hwy 93 N – new maintenance facility

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District board will consider approving the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes and accepting the September 2025 financial report. The board will discuss how to allocate the TBID organizational memberships budget among MLHA, MTTA, and AERO, and will plan the TBID annual meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026. Public comment is invited on all agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2025
• Acceptance of financials for September 2025
• Allocation of TBID organizational memberships budget to MLHA, MTTA, and AERO
• Planning of TBID Annual Meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026 (location and speakers)
• Reminder: no meeting in November; next meeting on December 10, 2025

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District Board will review estimates for holiday décor, 2026 flowers, and liability insurance. Members will discuss a shift toward proactive maintenance for aging assets and explore funding strategies to address a budget gap.

• Review and approval of Holiday Décor, 2026 Flowers, and Liability Insurance estimates
• Establishment of TIF Façade Improvement Committee
• Review of $35,000 FY2025/2026 Maintenance & Cleaning Program budget
• Discussion on Renewal Resolution 2017
• Planning session regarding VFW flags and beautification

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will vote on several contract awards, including a $7,040,000 award to Preload LLC for the Lower Zone Storage Tank Replacement Reservoir 2. The council will also take a second reading of Ordinance 1946, amending residential setback rules to allow eaves to extend two feet into setbacks. Additional items include awards for a dump truck ($239,995) and a leaf‑vacuum trailer ($179,520), and resolutions on a hazard mitigation plan, a school sale, a subdivision plat on Three Mile Drive, and a $416,900 loan for a front‑load solid waste truck.

• Ordinance 1946 – second reading: residential eave setback amendment
• Award Dump Truck and Plow – $239,995 to Missoula IState Truck Center
• Award Leaf Vacuum Trailer – $179,520 to NorMont Equipment Co.
• Award Lower Zone Storage Tank 2 Project – $7,040,000 to Preload LLC
• Resolution 6297 – BOI loan $416,900 for Front Load Solid Waste Truck

Site Development Review Committee

The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments and remind developers about performance bonds. It will discuss five pending projects: an athletic club at 466 Rivers Edge Loop, a car wash/garage/4‑plex at 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop, a new service building for Corwin Motors at 2585 US Hwy 93 N, a coffee kiosk for Town Pump at 2950 US Hwy 93 S, and a parking‑lot expansion for Jackola at 2250 US Hwy 93 S. No new business items are listed for this meeting.

• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club
• Kalispell Superwash – 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop – car wash/garage/4‑plex
• Corwin Motors – 2585 US Hwy 93 N – new service building
• Town Pump Coffee Kiosk – 2950 US Hwy 93 S – new coffee kiosk
• Jackola – 2250 US Hwy 93 S – parking lot expansion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the KA-25-08 application for the Flathead County Public Safety Facility. The body will also hold a work session regarding the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• Review of KA-25-08 Flathead County Public Safety Facility application
• Work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act
• Review of Chapter 4 Services Healthcare and Chapter 7 Land Use Map documents

The Planning Commission approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes by acclamation. It adopted staff findings and unanimously recommended that 225 Snowline Lane be annexed into the city with an initial P-1 (Public) zoning designation. No public comments were received on other agenda items.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous acclamation)
• Adopted findings of fact and recommended annexation of 225 Snowline Lane as P-1 (Public) zoning (unanimous roll‑call vote)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to review the 2024-2029 Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan, which outlines strategies to reduce long-term disaster risks, was previously considered by the council in April 2025 but delayed for further review.

• Discussion of Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Review of mitigation strategies for floods, wildfires, and earthquakes
• Council previously delayed adoption of the plan in April 2025

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments and issue performance bond reminders. It will consider several ongoing projects, including Burn Bootcamp, Kalispell Superwash, Corwin Motors, and Town Pump Coffee Kiosk. The new business item is a parking lot expansion for Jackola at 2250 US Hwy 93 S. Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Performance bond reminders
• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club
• Kalispell Superwash – 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop – car wash/garage/4‑plex
• Corwin Motors – 2585 US Hwy 93 N – new service building
• Jackola – 2250 US Hwy 93 S – parking lot expansion

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $3,099,048 bid award to Strods Contracting for the Lift Station 36 Upgrade Project. The council will also take a first reading of Ordinance 1946 to amend zoning text for residential eave extensions, and consider Resolution 6294 on police and fire impact fee reports and fee adjustments. Additional items include a new use agreement for the Flathead Valley Hockey Association, an amendment for water source professional services, and confirmation of nine firefighter/medics.

• Bid Award for Lift Station 36 Upgrade Project – award to Strods Contracting for $3,099,048
• Ordinance 1946 – First Reading – Eave Encroachment Zoning Text Amendment
• Resolution 6294 – Police and Fire Impact Fee Reports and Fees
• Flathead Valley Hockey Association Use Agreement – approval of new version
• Confirmation of nine Firefighter/Medics – Sidney Becker, Jon Hageness, Seager Higgins, Mitch Kline, Jessica Lyles, Jeremy Odio, Vinny Thompson, Ian Whalen, Michael Martinez

Site Development Review Committee

The committee will hear public comment and review old business regarding three specific developments. The meeting includes performance bond reminders.

• Burn Bootcamp athletic club at 466 Rivers Edge Loop
• Kalispell Superwash car wash/garage/4plex at 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop
• Corwin Motors new service building at 2585 US HWY 93 N

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District board will hear brief public comments, review a post‑event grant report for the August 3 Glacier Park Showcase Soccer Tournament, and take action to approve the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes and accept the August 2025 and FY25 financial reports. The board will also discuss a RIPE activation overview, the possibility of adding a Kalispell stop to the S.N.O.W Bus, and an MLHA sponsorship.

• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025
• Acceptance of August 2025 financial reports
• Acceptance of FY25 year‑end financial reports
• Discussion of RIPE activation overview
• Consideration of adding a Kalispell stop to the S.N.O.W Bus

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session on September 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 201 First Avenue East. The agenda consists of call to order, roll call, a cancelled discussion item, a public comment period, reports from the city manager, council and mayor, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

• Call to order and roll call
• Cancelled discussion item
• Public comment period
• City manager, council, and mayor reports
• Adjournment

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments, issue performance bond reminders, and review old business items including Burn Bootcamp, Kalispell Superwash, and Corwin Motors projects. The committee will also consider preliminary comments on site improvements for Free Rein Chiropractic at 647 E Idaho. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are presented for discussion.

• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club (old business)
• Kalispell Superwash – 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop – car wash/garage/4‑plex (old business)
• Corwin Motors – 2585 US HWY 93 N – new service building (old business)
• Free Rein Chiropractic – 647 E Idaho – site improvements (preliminary comments, new business)
• Performance bond reminders (agenda item)

Urban Renewal Agency Board Meeting

The board will review the Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) façade improvement loan and discuss a related development proposal. It will also receive updates on three public projects: the Parks Building, the Evidence Building, and construction on 3rd Street. The meeting includes routine items such as public comment and approval of the previous meeting summary.

• Downtown TIF façade improvement loan update
• Discussion of development proposal for Downtown TIF
• Update on Parks Building project
• Update on Evidence Building project
• Update on 3rd Street construction

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District board will approve the agenda, minutes from August 19, 2025, and the August 2025 financials. It will review the 2026 estimate for summer flowers and holiday décor and decide on that budget. New business items include a renewal petition for 2027, liability insurance updates, and chamber membership dues for 2025. The board will discuss how to utilize the TIF fund for downtown infrastructure improvements.

• Approval of agenda, minutes (Sept 16, 2025) and August 2025 financials
• Summer Flowers & Holiday Décor – 2026 estimate review and decision
• Renewal Petition 2027 – planning discussion
• Liability Insurance update
• TIF Fund – utilization of funding for downtown infrastructure

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including major utility contracts and police vehicle purchases. It will also consider two ordinances for zoning changes and a planned‑unit‑development amendment. Additional agenda items cover ambulance billing services and a public‑safety building remodel.

• Award Lead Service Line Replacements Project to Utilities One Inc. for $658,318
• Award PFAS water main improvements: $420,550 to Neumann Construction and $3,847,954 to Sandry Construction
• Award two police interceptor vehicles to Duval Ford for $134,748
• Ordinance 1941 – Second Reading: amend Silverbrook Village PUD to allow 198 residential units
• Ordinance 1945 – Second Reading: initial zoning of City R4 residential on 12.13 acres at 1859 South Meadows Drive

Site Development Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding five specific development projects. The agenda includes reviews for a commercial building, an athletic club, an office/lab testing building, a car wash/garage/4plex, and a service building.

• Carbon Recall: 125 Old School Dr (commercial building)
• Burn Bootcamp: 466 Rivers Edge Loop (athletic club)
• 245 Flathead Drive (new office/lab testing bldg)
• Kalispell Superwash: 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop (car wash/garage/4plex)
• Corwin Motors: 2585 US HWY 93 N (new service building)

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will meet on September 9, 2025. The commission will review the KZTA‑25‑01 application to amend the zoning text concerning eave setbacks. The staff report and draft amendment are provided for consideration.

• KZTA‑25‑01 – amendment to zoning text to change eave setback requirements

The commission approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous acclamation. It then adopted the staff report findings on the eaves setback amendment and unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt the amendment, which would allow eaves to extend up to two feet into setbacks in R‑1 through R‑5 zones. The commission also unanimously found no conflict of interest among members.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted staff findings and recommended eaves setback amendment to City Council (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a request from the Northwest Montana History Museum to acquire ownership of the Central School property. The body will also discuss third-party ambulance billing and the recruitment of a City Manager.

• Ownership request from Northwest Montana History Museum for Central School property
• Discussion on third-party ambulance billing
• City Manager recruitment

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments and discuss performance bond reminders before reviewing five ongoing projects. These include a commercial building at 125 Old School Dr, an athletic club at 466 Rivers Edge Loop, a new office/lab testing building at 245 Flathead Drive, a car wash/garage/4plex at 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop, and a new service building at 2585 US HWY 93 N. Additionally, preliminary comments will be provided for a storage unit project at 350 Corporate Drive.

• Carbon Recall – 125 Old School Dr – commercial building
• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – athletic club
• 245 Flathead Drive – new office/lab testing building
• Kalispell Superwash – 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop – car wash/garage/4plex
• 350 Corporate Drive – Storage Units (preliminary comments)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will consider renaming the youth athletic complex, approving a 99-unit apartment project, and amending zoning for a planned unit development. The council also plans to postpone the award of a bid for lead service line replacements.

• Renaming KYAC to Dan Johns Kalispell Youth Athletic Complex
• Annexation and zoning for 99-unit apartment at 1859 South Meadows Drive
• Amendment to allow administrative short-term school parking
• Postpone bid award for 2025 Lead Service Line Replacements Project
• Reimbursement for preliminary expenditures for Lead Service Line Replacement Project

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding various commercial projects. The body will review site plans and preliminary comments for several local developments.

• Corwin Motors: new service building at 2585 US HWY 93 N
• Northwestern Energy: addition at 890 N Meridian
• MT Executive Workspace: landscape/irrigation at 1001 S Main St
• Carbon Recall: commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Kalispell Superwash: car wash/garage/4plex at 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District Board of Directors will review and score event grant applications. The board will also discuss a proposed membership program and FY26 initiatives.

• Event grant application for Glacier SURF (Glacier Surf Premier Cup 2025)
• Event grant application from Flathead Valley Hockey Association for 2025-2026 season
• Proposed MLHA TBID membership program
• Review of FY25 agency recap reports
• Overview of FY26 initiatives and segment priorities

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council holds a work session to discuss a request to add short-term parking and loading zones on 2nd Street West for Peterson Elementary School due to the loss of a nearby parking lot. Staff will present recommended code updates for Council consideration.

• Peterson Elementary School on-street parking request for 2nd Street West (2nd St W from S Meridian Rd to first alley)
• Code amendment needed for short-term parking under Kalispell City Code 17-82
• Bus and patron loading zones to be processed administratively via permit
• Loss of former Armory property parking lot due to Samaritan House apartment construction

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding specific property developments. The body will review existing projects and provide preliminary comments on new proposals.

• Carbon Recall: 125 Old School Dr commercial building
• Brace Place: 1410 Ponderosa St new orthodontic office
• Burn Bootcamp: 466 Rivers Edge Loop athletic club
• Kalispell Superwash: 431/435 Rivers Edge Loop car wash, garage, and 4plex
• Stillwater Bend Phase 2 Minor PUD Amendment

Conrad Mansion Board of Directors

The Conrad Mansion Museum Board of Directors will hear a guest speaker and review routine reports, including a treasurer’s report for July 2025 and a maternity leave plan for the executive director. The July board meeting was cancelled with no minutes recorded.

• July board meeting cancelled (no meeting minutes)
• Accept treasurer’s report for July 2025
• Executive director maternity leave plan discussed

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Downtown Business Improvement District board will meet to approve minutes and financials, receive updates from the Chamber of Commerce and city development staff, and hear a presentation on the new Flathead County Detention Facility. The board will also review work-plan deliverables, discuss downtown revitalization efforts, and consider renewal petitions and insurance updates.

• Work Plan Deliverables: Downtown Ambassador, communications, façade improvements, summer flowers, event sponsorships
• Special Presentation: Flathead County Detention Facility update by Sheriff Brian Heino and staff
• Renewal Petition 2027 – Planning
• Liability Insurance Update
• Chamber Membership Dues 2025

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider annual appropriations, the mill levy, and various district assessments for fiscal year 2026. The body will also review zoning changes for a residential and business node and award several infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance 1940: Zoning for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch (91.8 acres) at Old Reserve Drive and Stillwater Road
• PFAS Replacement Wells project award to RM Drilling and Well Service for $129,130
• Resolution 6280: Annual mill levy for fiscal year 2026
• Resolution 6281: Annual appropriations for fiscal year 2026
• Resolution 6276: Removal of 5% administrative charge for impact fees

Urban Forestry Committee

The Urban Forestry Committee is meeting to review current contractor and in-house tree maintenance work. The body will also discuss planning for upcoming events and programs for fall 2025 and spring 2026.

• Pruning of 97 large trees along 7th Avenue W
• Fall pruning contract for 1st Avenue E
• Completion of work on 10th Avenue W and ongoing work on 9th Avenue W
• Planting of 15 cost share trees in May
• Planning for Tree Walk, Tree Board Retreat, Arbor Day, and a tree planting workshop

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will meet to review three significant development applications: Silverbrook Village, Ashley Creek Park, and North Meadows Multi-Family. The meeting will also include a work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act documents.

• KPUD-25-03 - Silverbrook Village development proposal
• KA-25-06 & KZC-25-01 - Ashley Creek Park project review
• KA-25-05 & KCU-25-04 - North Meadows Multi-Family annexation, zoning, and conditional use permit

The commission approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted staff reports recommending the Silverbrook Village amendment, the annexation of 25.7 acres with initial P‑1 zoning, and the rezoning of 10.55 acres from B‑1 to P‑1, each passing by unanimous roll‑call vote. The KCU‑25‑04 item was taken from the table by unanimous acclamation.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous acclamation)
• Adopted Staff Report #KPUD-25-03 and recommended Silverbrook Village amendment to City Council (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Staff Report #KA-25-07 and recommended annexation of 25.7 acres with P‑1 zoning (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Staff Report #KZC-25-01 and recommended rezoning 10.55 acres from B‑1 to P‑1 (unanimous roll call)
• Moved KCU-25-04 from the table (unanimous acclamation)

City Council Agenda

The City Council is meeting to decide on the appointment of an Interim City Manager to fill a vacancy beginning August 21. The council will consider Resolution 6275 to appoint Development Services Director Jarod Nygren to the role.

• Resolution 6275: Appointment of Jarod Nygren as Interim City Manager
• Proposed additional compensation of $3,500 per month for the interim role
• Executive session to discuss employee matters relating to individual privacy

City Council Agenda

The City Council will discuss the annexation, zoning, and preliminary plat for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch, which would add 493 dwelling units and one commercial lot. The body is also considering several bond issuances for wastewater and sewer improvements.

• The Reserve at Johnson Ranch: proposed 186 single-family lots, two multi-family lots, and one commercial lot on 91.8 acres
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Fermenter Rehabilitation: proposed $750,000 and $1,052,000 bonds
• Green Acres Community: proposed taxable bond up to $168,386 and tax-exempt bond up to $175,000 for sewer improvements
• Lift Station 36 Replacement Project: construction engineering services for AE2S not to exceed $144,332
• Fire Department: $1,600 grant for neonatal ambulance restraints

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding various construction projects. The body will review a new proposal for an office and lab testing building at 245 Flathead Drive.

• New Business: 245 Flathead Drive – new office/lab testing bldg
• Old Business: Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd
• Old Business: Carbon Recall – 125 Old School Dr – commercial building
• Old Business: Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater – Apts/Pool Bldg/Garages
• Old Business: Brace Place – 1410 Ponderosa St – new orthodontic office

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially take action on event solicitation and funding. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion and potential action on event solicitation and event funding

City Council Agenda

The City Council will discuss a request from the Northwest Montana History Museum to acquire ownership of the Central School property at 124 Second Ave East. The property has been leased to the museum since 1997.

• Ownership request for Central School property at 124 Second Ave East
• Kidsports Complex naming request

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing and new development projects. The body will review site and building upgrades for two rehabilitation facilities and provide updates on several existing commercial and residential projects.

• Sunridge Pointe Rehab building and site upgrades at 400 Liberty
• El Dorita Rehab building and site upgrades at 420 Liberty
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to review June 2025 financials and minutes. The board will consider a grant proposal for the High School National Invite ultimate frisbee tournament and discuss a proposed membership program for the MLHA.

• Grant proposal for High School National Invite (HSNI) ultimate frisbee tournament
• Proposed MLHA TBID membership program
• Post event report for MT High School Rodeo Finals
• Acceptance of June 2025 financials

Revolving Loan Fund Committee

The Revolving Loan Fund Committee will meet to discuss the terms for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Façade Improvement Loans. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Façade Improvement Loan terms

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Kalispell Growth Policy. The body is also considering several zoning ordinances and a street reconstruction contract.

• Public hearing on Growth Policy amendment for a business and high-density residential node at Old Reserve Drive and Stillwater Road
• Bid award of $430,181.80 to Montana Rockies for the West Wyoming Street Project
• Ordinance 1938: Second reading for R-3 zoning and PUD for 166 residential lots on Demersville Road
• Ordinance 1939: Second reading for B-2 zoning of 7.183 acres at 2585 and 2577 US Highway 93 North

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding various local construction projects. The body will provide preliminary comments on the Flathead Detention Center and review existing project sites.

• Preliminary comments for Flathead Detention Center at 225 Snowline Lane
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• Brace Place orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St and Burn Bootcamp and Les Schwab on Rivers Edge Loop

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District Board will review work plan deliverables and financial reports. The meeting includes updates on city development and the Safe Streets for All Program. Members will discuss planning for the 2027 renewal petition.

• Planning for the 2027 Renewal Petition
• Safe Streets for All Program update
• Façade Improvement Technical Assistance Program review
• Liability insurance update
• Downtown Kalispell Forward update

City Council Agenda

This meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The only listed discussion item has been cancelled.

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several residential and commercial developments. The committee will also hear preliminary comments on a new project.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• New orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St (Brace Place)
• Corwin Recon Shop preliminary comments at 2577/2585 US Hwy 93 North

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will meet to discuss the North Meadows Multi-Family project and Silverbrook Village. The commission will also hold a work session regarding the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• North Meadows Multi-Family annexation, zoning, and conditional use permit (CUP) application
• Silverbrook Village application materials and work session
• Montana Land Use Planning Act work session

The commission adopted Staff Report #KA-25-05, recommending annexation of 1859 South Meadows Drive and zoning it as RA-1, with a 5‑1 vote. It rejected Staff Report #KCU-25-04, which would have approved the conditional use permit, with a 2‑4 vote. The commission then unanimously tabled the CUP decision to the August 12, 2025 meeting.

• Adopted Staff Report #KA-25-05 recommending annexation and RA-1 zoning (5-1)
• Rejected Staff Report #KCU-25-04 recommending conditional use permit approval (2-4)
• Tabled KCU-25-04 CUP to August 12, 2025 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will accept public comments on the preliminary fiscal year 2025-26 budget. The body is also considering several annexations, zoning changes, and a new collective bargaining agreement for firefighters.

• Public hearing on the preliminary fiscal year 2025-26 budget
• Proposed $213,243 contract to Ace Roofing for Depot Building roof replacement
• Annexation and zoning of 11.7 acres for 166 residential lots at Anderson Ranch
• Annexation and B-2 zoning of 7.183 acres for Corwin Motors expansion at 2585 and 2577 US Highway 93 North
• Proposed revision of police and fire impact fees

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding various commercial and residential developments. The body will provide preliminary comments on two government facilities and review a new site plan for apartments.

• Preliminary comments for MDT Combo Facility at 2905 US Hwy 93 N
• Preliminary comments for Flathead Detention Center at 225 Snowline Lane
• New site plan for Samaritan House Family Living Apts at 1105 2nd St W
• Review of Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Review of Kalispell Toyota dealership at 340 Cascade Loop

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to review May 2025 financials and minutes. The board will consider a potential sponsorship for an AJGA event and discuss new marketing tools and training.

• Potential sponsorship of AJGA event
• Acceptance of May 2025 financials
• Discussion of RIPE booking engine
• Cvent Training Session for hotels

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding signs and buildings. The primary item for review is the MDT Combination Facility, an equipment, maintenance, and admin facility.

• Review of MDT Combination Facility at 2905 US Hwy 93 N

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission is holding a work session. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and no specific discussion items.

City Council Agenda

This meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The discussion section of the agenda is listed as cancelled.

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing development projects and one new business item. The body will review a conditional use permit and annexation for a multi-family project.

• North Meadows Multi-Family annexation and conditional use permit at 1859 South Meadows Drive
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• Brace Place orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District Board will review financials and work plan deliverables. The meeting includes planning for the 2027 renewal petition and updates on downtown development.

• Renewal Petition 2027 planning
• Façade Improvement Technical Assistance Program
• Downtown Summer Flowers & Pole Banner Flags Project
• Holiday Décor & Flowers
• Maintenance & Cleaning - Downtown Ambassador

City Council Agenda

The City Council will discuss calling for a general election for Mayor, City Council, and Municipal Court Judge positions. The body is also considering fee increases for police and fire services and the creation of special improvement districts for water and sewer.

• Public hearing on proposed increase to police and fire impact fees
• Resolution 6257 to hold general municipal election on November 4, 2025
• Creation of Special Improvement Districts for Morning Star and Green Acres water and sewer
• Resolution 6261 regarding non-union employee salary adjustment and pay matrix
• Authorization of limited funds for Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding various commercial and residential projects. The body will review site plans and stormwater management for several local developments.

• Home Depot Parking Lot stormwater and parking at 2360 Hwy 93 N
• Preliminary comments for a Salon/Restaurant/Bar at 2120 Quail Lane
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool, and garages at 605 Stillwater

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will review applications for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch, Anderson Ranch, Mountain Prime Steak House, and Corwin Motors Recon Shop. The commission will also hold a work session regarding the Montana Land Use Planning Act and Housing Strategies 2.0.

• The Reserve at Johnson Ranch (KA-25-01, KGPA-25-01, KPUD-25-01, KPP-25-01)
• Anderson Ranch (KA-25-03, KPUD-25-02, KPP-25-02)
• Mountain Prime Steak House (KCU-25-03)
• Corwin Motors Recon Shop annexation (KA-25-04)
• Montana Land Use Planning Act and Housing Strategies 2.0 work session

The commission adopted staff reports recommending annexation, zoning changes, and planned‑unit‑development approvals for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch and Anderson Ranch. It also approved a growth‑policy amendment for The Reserve and a conditional use permit for an accessory casino at 214 South Main Street. All motions passed unanimously on roll‑call votes.

• Adopted Staff Report KA-25-01 recommending annexation and R-3/RA-1/B-1 zoning for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KGPA-25-01 recommending growth‑policy amendment to add neighborhood business, shift high‑density, and extend urban residential at The Reserve (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KPUD-25-01 recommending approval of The Reserve at Johnson Ranch PUD (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KPP-25-01 recommending approval of the preliminary plat for The Reserve (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KA-25-03 recommending annexation and R-3 zoning with PUD overlay for Anderson Ranch (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KPUD-25-02 recommending approval of the Anderson Ranch PUD amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KPP-25-02 recommending approval of the preliminary plat for Anderson Ranch (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KCU-25-03 recommending conditional use permit for an accessory casino at 214 South Main Street (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the 2024 Western Montana Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan identifies and reduces long-term risks from natural disasters and other hazards. Local adoption is required before FEMA provides final formal approval.

• Discussion of the Western Montana Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Parking Advisory Board

The Parking Advisory Board will meet to review financial and parking updates. The board will also hear discussions regarding the Kalispell downtown plan and the new land use plan.

• Introduction of new board member Cody Hunter
• Discussion of the Kalispell downtown plan with Jarod Nygren
• Discussion of the new land use plan with PJ Sorensen

Site Development Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several residential and commercial developments. The agenda lists 10 specific projects for review, including apartments, medical offices, and retail centers.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• Brace Place orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St
• Immanuel Living projects at 45 Claremont and 185 Crestline

City Council Agenda

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and grant applications. The body is also considering a resolution to hold a public hearing on changes to police and fire impact fees.

• Contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Dewatering Improvement Project with Process Wastewater Technologies LLC for $839,000
• Additional $126,362.20 from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for aquatic facility improvements
• Resolution 6255 to submit a Main Street Concept Design grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation
• Resolution 6256 to hold a public hearing on June 16, 2025, regarding police and fire impact fees
• Appointment of Cody Hunter to the Parking Advisory Board

Site Development Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several development projects. These include apartment complexes, medical offices, and retail centers. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• Brace Place orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St
• Immanuel Living projects at 45 Claremont and 185 Crestline

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District board will meet to adopt new event grant criteria and approve funding for State A and AA track meet bus transportation. The board will also receive an update on the City of Kalispell land use plan.

• Adoption of event grant criteria effective July 1, 2025
• Approval of grant funding for State A and AA track meet bus transportation
• City of Kalispell land use plan update
• Discussion of warm season marketing campaigns
• NW Shootout post event recap

City Council Agenda

The agenda indicates that there is no meeting scheduled for this date. The document contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative codes.

Urban Renewal Agency Board Meeting

The Urban Renewal Agency Board will meet to appoint a committee chair and review updates to the Land Use Plan. The board will also discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Tax Enhanced Development Districts (TEDD) regarding downtown projects.

• Appointment of URA Committee Chair
• Land Use Plan Update
• Downtown TIF: Safe Streets and Roads for All Update
• Downtown TIF: Charles Hotel Update

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District board will meet on May 20, 2025, to discuss and decide on the FY2026 budget, façade improvement grants, and a downtown ambassador contract. Updates on downtown events, new businesses, and a renewal petition for 2027 will also be presented.

• FY2026 Budget submitted April 23, 2025
• New Façade Improvement Grant Applications
• Downtown Ambassador Contract for Summer 2025
• Renewal Petition 2027 – Planning
• Façade Improvement Program Update

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Main Street Concept Design Memorandum and a potential grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The body will also consider a zoning ordinance and a sewer project contract.

• Public hearing on Main Street Concept Design and Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application
• Ordinance 1937: Zoning of Public at 2905 Highway 93 North for Montana Department of Transportation Combination Building
• Contract award to LHC, Inc. for Bluestone Drive Sanitary Sewer Main Upsize Project in the amount of $271,841.11
• Mayoral appointment of Catherine Walker to the Planning Commission

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comment and discuss performance bond reminders. Old business includes reviews of multiple commercial and residential projects such as Bloomstone Apartments, Stockman Bank, and Affinity at Kalispell. New business is a change of use for Mountain Prime Steakhouse at 214 S Main to a steakhouse/casino.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd
• Stockman Bank – 471 Rivers Edge Loop – New Bank
• Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater – Apts/Pool Bldg/Garages
• Immanuel Living Lofts @ Buffalo Hill – 45 Claremont – apartments
• Mountain Prime Steakhouse – 214 S Main – steakhouse/casino – change of use

Urban Forestry Committee

The Kalispell Urban Forestry Committee will review minutes from April and discuss current business, including planning the Arbor Day event at Lawrence Park, a cost-share program for 25 developer trees, and potential summer events. No votes or decisions are noted; items are at the discussion stage.

• Review of April meeting minutes
• Arbor Day Event planning at Lawrence Park with task updates for kids, food, booths, sponsors, volunteers, media, and agenda
• Cost Share Program/Developer Trees: 25 trees
• Arborist/Urban Forestry Department update
• Potential Summer Events

Planning Commission

The Kalispell Planning Board and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting. The board will consider the Anderson Ranch pre-plat application (KA-25-03, KPUD-25-02, KPP-25-02) and conduct a work session on housing strategies under the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• Anderson Ranch PUD pre-plat application review
• Work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act housing strategies
• Housing Strategies work session discussion
• Consideration of conceptual agreement letter for Traffic Impact Study (TIS Phase 1)

The commission elected Chad Graham as President and Rory Young as Vice‑President, both by unanimous acclamation. The board also approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting by acclamation. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 6:04 p.m.

• Elected Chad Graham as President (unanimous acclamation)
• Elected Rory Young as Vice‑President (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous acclamation)
• Adjourned meeting at ~6:04 p.m. (unanimous acclamation)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will meet to review new business regarding signs and buildings. The primary item for consideration is a new carwash project.

• Review of Kalispell Superwash new carwash at 454 Rivers Edge Loop

City Council Agenda

This work session includes discussion of proposed changes to police and fire impact fees, with updated per-unit and commercial rates from 2015 to 2025, and a review of concerns about the city-owned parking lot at 17th Street W and 1st Avenue, including potential modification of overnight parking hours.

• Proposed police impact fee for residential units: 2015 cost base $277, 2025 calculated allowable $192 per unit
• Proposed fire impact fee for residential units: 2015 cost base $1,067, 2025 calculated allowable $782 per unit
• Proposed police impact fee for commercial space: 2015 cost base $179, 2025 calculated allowable $555 per 1,000 sq ft
• Proposed fire impact fee for commercial space: 2015 cost base $778, 2025 calculated allowable $1,168 per 1,000 sq ft
• Discussion of concerns about activity at the city-owned parking lot at 17th Street W and 1st Avenue, with current prohibited parking hours of 11pm to 6am

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comment, review performance bond reminders, and consider old business items including 11 development projects. New business items are not specified in the agenda. The committee is discussing site development plans for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Stockman Bank at 471 Rivers Edge Loop
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments at 605 Stillwater
• Immanuel Living Lofts @ Buffalo Hill apartments at 45 Claremont

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council is holding a two-night budget work session to review the preliminary fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. On Tuesday, May 6, they will discuss General Fund administrative departments, Development Services, and Public Works. On Wednesday, May 7, they will cover Information Technology, Police, Fire/Emergency Medical Services, and Parks and Recreation. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the session is for discussion and input.

• Tuesday review: General Fund administrative departments (preliminary budget linked)
• Tuesday review: Development Services Department budget
• Tuesday review: Public Works budget
• Wednesday review: Police Department budget
• Wednesday review: Fire/Emergency Medical Services and Parks and Recreation budgets

City Council Agenda

The council will hold second readings of ordinances on junk vehicles and community decay, and consider annexation, zoning, and a conditional use permit for an MDT facility expansion. Other items include a preliminary plat extension for Aspen Creek, a resolution setting a public hearing for a Safe Streets grant, revisions to park reservation and recreation fees, and award of the Four Mile Drive Path Project for $1,054,906 to Strods Contracting. Consent items include approval of minutes and a $677,677 bid for the Third Street East Improvement Project to Knife River Corporation.

• Bid award for Third Street East Improvement Project: $677,677 to Knife River Corporation
• Ordinance 1935 – Second Reading – Junk Vehicles
• Ordinance 1936 – Second Reading – Community Decay
• Annexation, zoning (Ordinance 1937 first reading), and conditional use permit for MDT facility at 2905 Highway 93 North
• Award of Four Mile Drive Path Project: $1,054,906 to Strods Contracting

Site Development Review Committee

The committee will meet to discuss old business regarding various commercial and residential developments. The agenda lists several specific sites for review, including apartments, medical offices, and retail centers.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Stockman Bank at 471 Rivers Edge Loop
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard restaurant and drive-thru at 420 Cascade Loop

Impact Fee Advisory Committee

The Impact Fee Advisory Committee will review financial data from FY23 and FY24. The body will discuss and vote on recommendations regarding the 2025 Police & Fire Final Draft Impact Fee Reports.

• FY23 & FY24 Financial Review
• Recommendation vote on 2025 Police & Fire Final Draft Impact Fee Reports

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed increases to recreation and reservation fees (including afterschool programs, camps, pool fees, and more) and to receive a presentation on the final concept design for the Main Street Safety Action Plan for priority corridors Main Street, 1st Avenue East, and 1st Avenue West. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion and staff direction.

• Proposed fee increases for afterschool programs (regular from $10 to $12.50 in-city), camps, adult sports, swim lessons, and pool admissions; most fees rising 8%
• Reservation fees restructured and proposed to increase 8% to offset inflationary maintenance costs; new structure to allow online reservations
• Main Street Safety Action Plan Phase 2 concept design memorandum presented, including traffic analysis, cost estimates, and policy recommendations
• Community engagement events held in January 2025 informed the final concept designs
• Free community events (Pumpkin Stroll, Ice Cream Social, etc.) to remain free

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District board will hear a public presentation on an event grant application for the Montana Griz Soccer Weekend (August 2-3, 2025), followed by board action including scoring and awarding the grant. The board will also approve March 2025 minutes and financials, and discuss a ski package campaign recap, warm season marketing campaigns, and event grant criteria.

• Event grant application: Montana Griz Soccer Weekend in the Flathead – Griz Clinic and MT Griz vs. Air Force pre-season match, August 2-3, 2025
• Board action to score and award event grant application
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2025
• Acceptance of financials for March 2025
• Discussion of ski package campaign recap and warm season marketing campaigns

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances amending the junk vehicle and community decay codes. Consent agenda items include awarding a chip seal project bid for $191,945.25 to Pavement Maintenance Solutions, accepting airport rehabilitation grants totaling $556,395, and accepting a $17,750 cybersecurity grant. The council will also make appointments to boards and committees with expiring terms.

• First reading of Ordinance 1935 amending the junk vehicle ordinance.
• First reading of Ordinance 1936 amending the community decay ordinance.
• Bid award for chip seal project to Pavement Maintenance Solutions for $191,945.25.
• Acceptance of grants for Kalispell Airport taxiway rehabilitation ($511,805) and beacon rehabilitation ($44,590).
• Acceptance of a $17,750 grant from the State and Local Cybersecurity Program for a network intrusion detection system.

Site Development Review Committee

The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee will hear public comment and discuss performance bond reminders. Old business includes multiple development projects such as Bloomstone Apartments, Carbon Recall, and Freddy's Frozen Custard. New business features the Immanuel Living South parking lot at 185 Crestline and a new Les Schwab tire center at 443 Rivers Edge Loop. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion.

• Immanuel Living South parking lot – 185 Crestline
• Les Schwab – 443 Rivers Edge Loop – new tire center
• Bloomstone Apartments – Treeline Rd
• Freddy's Frozen Custard – 420 Cascade Loop
• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop

Conrad Mansion Board of Directors

The Conrad Mansion Museum Board of Directors will consider consent items including board appointments and election of officers. They will review the executive director's 2024 recap, discuss fundraising strategies for the 2025 Great Fish Community Challenge, and receive an update on restroom facility design. The board will also deliberate on strategic goals for 2025/2026, including building a case for support, financial security, a new public restroom building, museum programming expansion, and the mansion's role as an event venue.

• Elect board officers and make board appointments
• 2025 Great Fish Community Challenge fundraising strategies
• Update on restroom project facilities design
• Strategic goals: new building for public restrooms, expand museum programming, and CMM as event venue
• Executive director's 2024 recap report

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Central Garage’s service and facility review, including fleet maintenance, staffing, and proposed improvements. Staff will also present a proposed Solid Waste Equipment Storage Facility for the FY26 budget.

• Central Garage service and facility review with fleet maintenance overview
• Proposed Solid Waste Equipment Storage Facility for FY26 budget
• Discussion of facility layout, staffing constraints, and estimated costs
• Presentation of recommended improvements and potential funding options
• Public comment period on agenda items

Site Development Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several residential and commercial developments. These items include apartments, office buildings, and retail sites. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Professional Office Bldg at 490 Cascade Loop
• Stockman Bank at 471 Rivers Edge Loop
• Affinity at Kalispell apartments, pool building, and garages at 605 Stillwater

Planning Commission

The Kalispell City Planning Commission will meet to discuss the MDT Combination Facility application. The meeting also includes a work session regarding the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• Review of KCUP-25-02 & KA-25-02 regarding the MDT Combination Facility
• Work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act documents

The commission unanimously adopted Staff Report KA-25-02, recommending that the Montana Department of Transportation property at 2905 Highway 93 North be annexed and zoned as city P‑1 (Public). It also unanimously adopted Staff Report KCU-25-02, recommending approval of a conditional use permit for the same site, and passed two amendments to the permit conditions. All motions passed by roll‑call vote, and the meeting minutes were approved by acclamation.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous, acclamation)
• Adopted Staff Report KA-25-02 recommending annexation and P‑1 zoning (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff Report KCU-25-02 recommending conditional use permit (unanimous)
• Amended condition #3 of KCU-25-02 to add road and utility easement language (unanimous)
• Amended condition #6 of KCU-25-02 to require Architectural Review Committee approval (unanimous)
• Adopted conditional use permit with amendments (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions on issuing conduit revenue bonds to refinance and fund improvements for Immanuel Living at Buffalo Hill Campus. Other action items include adopting the regional hazard mitigation plan, approving a conditional use permit for Renaissance Senior Care expansion at 645 Liberty Street, and finalizing the Timberwolf Ridge Phase 1 subdivision plat. The council will also consider amendments to a PFAS professional services agreement for alternative water source construction at Grandview and Armory facilities, and support grant applications for Morning Star Community and the Sunset Boulevard shared use path.

• Public hearing and Resolution 6247 on conduit revenue bonds for Immanuel Lutheran Corp (Buffalo Hill Campus) refinancing and improvements
• Resolution 6248 to adopt the Western Montana Region Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Renaissance Senior Care conditional use permit for facility expansion at 645 Liberty Street
• Timberwolf Ridge Phase 1 final plat and subdivision improvement agreement
• Resolution 6250 supporting MDT Transportation Alternatives Grant for Sunset Boulevard (US 93) shared use path

Site Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing old business for 10 existing developments and considering new business for one athletic club. The meeting includes a public hearing and performance bond reminders.

• New Business: Burn Bootcamp athletic club at 466 Rivers Edge Loop
• Old Business: Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Old Business: Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Old Business: Brightview Suites office/retail at 150 Timberwolf Pwky
• Old Business: Stockman Bank at 471 Rivers Edge Loop

Site Development Review Committee

The committee will meet to discuss old business regarding several residential and commercial developments. The agenda includes reviews for apartments, office suites, and a restaurant.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall commercial building at 125 Old School Dr
• Brightview Suites office/retail suites at 150 Timberwolf Pwky
• Professional Office Bldg at 490 Cascade Loop
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard restaurant/Drive Thru at 420 Cascade Loop

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District board will consider approving the FY26 budget and strategic priorities, as well as grant applications for the NW Shootout Lacrosse event and a Human Bear Conflict conference. The board will also hear a presentation on the lacrosse grant and discuss event grant criteria. Previous meeting minutes and February financials await approval.

• Approval of FY26 budget and strategic priorities
• Event grant application scoring – NW Shootout Lacrosse
• Group incentive grant – Human Bear Conflict conference
• Approval of February 2025 financials
• Discussion on event grant criteria

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will hear public comment, approve minutes, and consider new business including a proposed orthodontic building at 1410 Pondera Drive (Brace Place). The committee also plans to discuss an update to the Land Use Plan with PJ Sorensen. No decisions have been made; items are under review.

• New building: Brace Place – 1410 Pondera Drive – New Orthodontic
• Land Use Plan update discussion with PJ Sorensen
• Public hearing portion
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's code enforcement program, including the potential addition of a dedicated code enforcement officer and modifications to existing ordinances for community decay, junk vehicles, weeds/grass, and vacant or dangerous structures. This follows previous council discussions on property maintenance and nuisance abatement. Staff is requesting council direction on next steps.

• Discussion of hiring a dedicated code enforcement officer (Kalispell currently has no dedicated personnel)
• Proposed draft changes to Community Decay and Junk Vehicle ordinances (attached)
• Consideration of expanding nuisance abatement to include vacant buildings and dangerous structures
• Review of enforcement areas: boulevards, sidewalks, signs, snow removal, zoning, etc.

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comment, review performance bonds, and discuss several development projects. Old business includes updates on Bloomstone Apartments, Carbon Recall, Brightview Suites, and others. New business items are a new orthodontic office at 1410 Ponderosa St and the Immanuel Living Lofts apartments at 45 Claremont.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd
• Carbon Recall – 125 Old School Dr – commercial building
• Brightview Suites – 150 Timberwolf Pkwy – office/retail suites
• Brace Place – 1410 Ponderosa St – new orthodontic office
• Immanuel Living Lofts @ Buffalo Hill – 45 Claremont – apartments

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District board will approve March financials and minutes, discuss work plan deliverables including a new façade improvement grant program and downtown summer decorations, and consider new business items such as the Downtown Ambassador contract for summer 2025 and planning for the 2027 renewal petition. The board will also receive a Chamber of Commerce update and hear public comment.

• New Façade Improvement Grant applications
• Downtown Ambassador contract for summer 2025
• Renewal Petition 2027 – Planning
• Progressive Motorcycle Policy 2025
• Downtown Summer Flowers & Pole Banner Flags Project

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider two major items: a second reading of Ordinance 1934 to zone 15.78 acres at 489 Two Mile Drive for a 96-unit apartment development (Vista Ridge Cottages), and Resolution 6246 to ratify a settlement agreement with Flathead Warming Center that would reinstate its conditional use permit and rescind a prior resolution. The consent agenda includes awarding a sidewalk and curbing contract to Sandon Construction and rejecting bids for chipseal projects.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1934: RA-1 zoning with PUD overlay for 96 units at 489 Two Mile Drive
• Resolution 6246: Ratify settlement with Flathead Warming Center, reinstate conditional use permit
• Award bid for sidewalk and curbing projects ending July 31, 2026 to Sandon Construction
• Reject all bids for chipseal projects ending December 31, 2025 and rebid
• Proclaim March 2025 as American Red Cross Month

Site Development Review Committee

The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee meets to hear public comments, discuss performance bond reminders, and review old business on multiple projects including Bloomstone Apartments, Montarise Landing, and Freddy's Frozen Custard. New business includes preliminary comments for a Chick-Fil-A restaurant.

• Preliminary comments for Chick-Fil-A (new business)
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd (old business)
• Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way (old business)
• Freddy's Frozen Custard – 420 Cascade Loop (old business)
• Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater (old business)

Planning Commission

The Kalispell Planning Commission will hold a work session on the Montana Land Use Planning Act and consider a conditional use permit for Renaissance Senior Care. The commission will also review a group of applications including a preliminary plat and subdivision for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch. These items are up for discussion and possible action at the March 11 meeting.

• KCUP-25-01 – Renaissance Senior Care conditional use permit application
• KPUD-25-01, KPP-25-01, KA-25-01, KGPA-25-01 – The Reserve At Johnson Ranch preliminary plat, subdivision, and related applications
• Work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act implementation
• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting draft minutes

The Kalispell Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for Renaissance Senior Care to expand its residential care facility from 13 to 15 beds. The recommendation will go to the Kalispell City Council. The meeting also included approval of previous minutes and updates on upcoming meetings.

• Approved minutes of February 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Renaissance Senior Care expansion (unanimous)

Urban Forestry Committee

The Urban Forestry Committee will review February minutes and hear work updates including pruning in Glacier Commons and interviews for a vacant supervisor position. They will discuss a tree pruning workshop scheduled for April 12 at Depot Park and finalize plans for Arbor Day on April 25 at Lawrence Park with the theme "Plant a Cooler Future." Public comment is also on the agenda.

• Tree pruning workshop on April 12, 2025, at Depot Park (8 sign-ups so far)
• Arbor Day event on April 25, 2025, at Lawrence Park with theme 'Plant a Cooler Future'
• Pruning currently in Glacier Commons subdivision
• Interviews held for vacant Supervisor position
• Volunteers needed to hang posters for workshop

City Council Agenda

The March 10, 2025 work session of the Kalispell City Council has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• No substantive items on cancelled agenda.

City Council Agenda

The City Council will discuss the annexation and zoning of Vista Ridge Cottages and a project delivery method for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Biosolids project. The body is also considering several contract awards and the issuance of revenue bonds for Immanuel Living.

• Annexation and zoning for 96 residential units on 15.78 acres at 489 Two Mile Drive
• Police evidence building locker storage system bid for AADS Office Solutions at $121,900
• Milling, paving, and asphalt material contract bids for LHC, Inc.
• Resolution of intent to issue revenue bonds for Immanuel Living at Buffalo Hill Campus
• Preliminary plat extension for Spring Creek Park Phase 1

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments, review performance bond reminders, and discuss several projects. Old business items include Bloomstone Apartments, Project Wolfpack warehouse, Montarise Landing mixed-use, and others. New business is a proposed Freddy's Frozen Custard restaurant with drive-thru at 420 Cascade Loop.

• Freddy's Frozen Custard – 420 Cascade Loop – restaurant/drive-thru (new business)
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd (old business)
• Project Wolfpack – United Dr – warehouse/distribution (old business)
• Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater – apartments/pool/garages (old business)
• Stockman Bank – 471 Rivers Edge Loop – new bank (old business)

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District Board will hold a public hearing and consider approving the FY26 budget, scoring an event grant for the Montana High School Rodeo Finals, and accepting January financials. The board will also discuss mid-year reports from contracted agencies and a hotel ski package campaign.

• Event grant application presentation for Montana High School Rodeo Finals (June 2025)
• Approval of budgeted revenue for FY26
• Acceptance of January 2025 financials
• Scoring of event grant for MT High School Rodeo Finals
• Mid-year reports from The Abbi Agency and Lightning Bug Public Relations

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will discuss and hear public input on several new building and sign proposals. Projects include a lift station on Silverbrook Drive, the Affinity at Kalispell apartments at 605 Stillwater Road, a Toyota car dealership on Cascade Loop, and a landscape change for Harvest Flats Apartments on Timberwolf Parkway. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to review and discussion.

• Riverside North Lift Station – Silverbrook Drive – lift station
• Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater Rd – apartments
• Toyota – Cascade Loop – car dealership
• Harvest Flats Apts – Timberwolf Parkway – landscape change

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session to review the General Contractor Construction Manager (GCCM) alternative project delivery process for the upcoming Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Biosolids Treatment and Disposal Project. Staff and consultants will present an overview of the GCCM method and seek council direction to proceed. The project aims for substantial completion by fall 2026 before the city's contract with Glacier Gold Composting expires.

• Discussion of GCCM alternative bid process for WWTP Biosolids Treatment and Disposal Project
• Project includes demolishing outdated equipment, installing new dewatering equipment, and updating polymer unit
• Goal of substantial completion by fall 2026 before Glacier Gold Composting contract expires
• Staff seeking council direction to initiate GCCM process per Montana Code Annotated 18-2-503

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hold a public hearing and review old business items including Bloomstone Apartments, Project Wolfpack, Montarise Landing, and others. New business includes Affinity at Kalispell apartments and pool buildings. The meeting also covers performance bond reminders and preliminary comments on a project not yet annexed.

• New business: Affinity at Kalispell – 605 Stillwater – apartments, pool building, garages
• Old business: Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – Treeline Rd
• Old business: Project Wolfpack – United Dr – warehouse/distribution
• Old business: Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way – mixed-use
• Preliminary comments: Corwin Auto Addition – 2577 US Hwy 93 N (not annexed)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will decide on zoning text amendments to allow pedestrian skybridges in certain zones and confirm two police officers. They will also discuss emergency repairs to the Buffalo Hill Well and amendments to biosolids management agreements.

• Amend Zoning Ordinance 1677 to allow pedestrian skybridges in B, H, or P zones to encroach into setback areas
• Confirm Police Officers Matthew Praetzel and Connor McKinnon after probationary period
• Declare emergency for Buffalo Hill Well repairs to bypass formal bid process
• Amend and extend Glacier Gold Biosolids Management Agreement
• Appoint Mitchell Bump to Tourism Business Improvement District

Conrad Mansion Board of Directors

The Conrad Mansion Museum Board of Directors will meet to approve consent agenda items, receive reports from the executive director and committees, and consider nominating Jacqueline Stroth to the board. The 2025 budget will be discussed by the Finance Committee.

• Nomination of Jacqueline Stroth to the CMM board
• Discussion of 2025 budget by Finance Committee
• Consent agenda: January board meeting minutes and treasurer's report for January 2025
• Committee reports from Facilities, Finance, and Fundraising (Mark Schickendantz)

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District Board will discuss work plan deliverables including social media and maintenance. The board is reviewing expenditures for facade improvement marketing materials and bids for holiday decor and downtown ambassador services.

• Postcard printing: $300
• Postcard postage: $225
• Brochure printing: $350
• Bid review for holiday décor, light pole banner hardware, and downtown ambassador
• Review of new Façade Improvement Grant applications

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding several local construction projects. The committee will review a new bank proposal and provide updates on multiple commercial and residential developments.

• New Business: Stockman Bank at 471 Rivers Edge Loop
• Preliminary Comments: Kalispell Toyota
• Old Business: Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse on Treeline Rd
• Old Business: Walmart remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping at 170 Hutton Ranch Rd
• Old Business: Project Wolfpack warehouse/distribution on United Dr

Urban Forestry Committee

The Kalispell Urban Forestry Committee will review minutes, hear a work update on pruning in Silverbrook subdivision, and plan Arbor Day 2025 at Lawrence Park with the theme 'Plant a Cooler Future'. The committee will also discuss adding and removing crabapple cultivars from the tree species list, finalize planning for a Tree Equity Grant planting 200 trees, and coordinate a tree pruning workshop with DNRC.

• Arbor Day 2025 set for April 25 at Lawrence Park with theme 'Plant a Cooler Future'; tasks assigned to members
• Tree species list to add Regal Prince Oak, Royal Raindrops Crabapple, Spring Snow Crabapple; remove 6 crabapple cultivars
• Tree Equity Grant: 200 trees to be planted via volunteer event (May 3), MCC (May 12-16), and contractor; cost to resident being determined
• Committee board terms expiring for members Tony, Judy, and Erin
• Tree Pruning Workshop with DNRC to be scheduled; invitees to be decided

Planning Commission

The Kalispell Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider three applications for the Vista Ridge Cottages development and four applications for The Reserve at Johnson Ranch. The commission will also conduct a work session on the Montana Land Use Planning Act. No final decisions are recorded on the agenda; items are listed for discussion or action.

• Vista Ridge Cottages: preliminary plat (KPP-24-06), planned unit development (KPUD-24-05), and annexation (KA-24-10)
• The Reserve at Johnson Ranch: preliminary plat (KPP-25-01), planned unit development (KPUD-25-01), annexation (KA-25-01), and growth policy amendment (KGPA-25-01)
• Work session on Montana Land Use Planning Act

The Kalispell Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the annexation, initial zoning (RA-1 with PUD overlay), and preliminary plat for Vista Ridge Cottages, a 96-unit residential development at 489 Two Mile Drive. The recommendations are subject to conditions in the staff reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended annexation and RA-1 zoning with PUD overlay for Vista Ridge Cottages (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Vista Ridge Cottages PUD subject to staff conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for 96 units subject to staff conditions (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council holds a work session to discuss two items. The Ashley Creek Use Attainability Analysis proposes new site-specific water quality standards for the lower creek segment due to natural limitations. The council will also discuss a potential Sidewalk and Trails Assessment District. No decisions are expected at this work session; public comment is accepted.

• Ashley Creek Use Attainability Analysis: review of study findings for lower segment, proposing new water quality criteria
• Proposed amendments to Montana Administrative Rules for dissolved oxygen, temperature (max 77°F), and nutrient thresholds
• Sidewalk and Trails Assessment District: discussion of potential assessment district for sidewalk and trail improvements

Site Development Review Committee

The committee will hear public comment, review performance bond reminders, and discuss several ongoing development projects including Bloomstone Apartments, Project Wolfpack, Montarise Landing, Carbon Recall, EX-Guard, Walmart remodel/expansion, Brightview Suites, and Professional Office Bldg. New business includes a proposal for bleachers at the Flathead Fairgrounds.

• Flathead Fairgrounds Bleachers – 265 N Meridian (new business)
• Walmart remodel/expansion – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline
• Project Wolfpack warehouse/distribution – United Dr
• EX-Guard fabrication warehouse – 1000 Rail Park Dr

City Council Agenda

The City Council will review ordinances regarding unsafe structures and a zoning amendment for a pedestrian skybridge. The meeting also includes votes on sewer impact fee reimbursements and City Hall roof repairs.

• Payment of $282,691.36 to Meadows Edge LLC for lift station and force main upsizing
• Payment of $82,256.16 to Montana Roof Works for City Hall roof replacement
• Ordinance 1932: Municipal Code revisions for unsafe structures and penalty application
• Ordinance 1933: Zoning text amendment to allow a pedestrian skybridge in B, H, or P zones to encroach into the setback area

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments and review several ongoing and new development projects. Old business items include Bloomstone Apartments, Project Wolfpack warehouse, Montarise Landing mixed-use, and others. New business is preliminary comments for a new car wash at 1000 W Idaho. The committee may also discuss performance bond reminders.

• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline – Bldg A/Clubhouse (old business)
• Project Wolfpack – United Dr – warehouse/distribution (old business)
• Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way (Bldg 1) – Mixed-Use (old business)
• Walmart – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd – remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping (old business)
• Preliminary comments for new car wash at 1000 W Idaho (new business)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will discuss a Preliminary Engineering Review regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) detected in the public water supply. The discussion focuses on long-term solutions to replace affected wells and ensure regulatory compliance for the city's water system.

• Review of Preliminary Engineering Report for PFAS-affected wells
• Proposed Upper Pressure Zone project with estimated capital cost of $10M
• Proposed construction of four new submersible wells (1,000 gpm capacity each)
• Proposed renovation of the Noffsinger Springs Building
• Discussion of PFAS detections in Grandview Wells and Armory Well

Site Development Review Committee

The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee will hear public comment and discuss old and new business items. Old business includes reviews of several ongoing projects such as Costco, Walmart expansion, and apartment complexes. New business is a single item: a professional office building at 490 Cascade Loop. The agenda is primarily procedural with no votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Costco – Jefferson Blvd – store/fuel station (old business)
• Walmart – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd – remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping (old business)
• Professional Office Bldg – 490 Cascade Loop – office suites (new business)
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline – Bldg A/Clubhouse (old business)
• Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way (Bldg 1) – Mixed-Use (old business)

Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)

The Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and previous meeting minutes. The session includes an annual review presentation from Discover Kalispell.

• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of November and December 2024 financials
• Discover Kalispell Annual Review Presentation

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and several action items. Key decisions include a first reading of Ordinance 1932 revising municipal codes for unsafe structures, Resolution 6239 allowing the city to seek state funding for replacing non-compliant lead water service lines, and Resolution 6238 approving improvements at Buffalo Hill Golf Course. The consent agenda includes a $250,000 bid for police evidence building remodel and a $212,700 purchase of a new ambulance chassis.

• Award bid to Precision Builders for $250,000 to remodel 306 1st Ave East for police evidence building
• Purchase of 2025 Ford F-450 and Osage ambulance remount for $212,700 from Sawtooth Emergency Vehicles
• First reading of Ordinance 1932 to revise unsafe structure codes and penalty application
• Resolution 6239 to fund replacement of EPA-noncompliant lead service lines via state revolving fund loan forgiveness
• Resolution 6238 approving Buffalo Hill Golf Course improvements over $75,000 and lease amendment

Conrad Mansion Board of Directors

The Conrad Mansion Museum Board of Directors will meet to approve December minutes and reports. The board will discuss the 2025 budget and review the 2025 board meeting schedule.

• 2025 budget
• 2025 Board Meeting Schedule
• December 2024 treasure report

Kalispell Business Improvement District (Downtown BID)

The Kalispell Business Improvement District board will meet to approve December 2024 financials and minutes, then review work plan deliverables including a coordinator report, social media update, and downtown ambassador maintenance. New business includes welcoming new downtown businesses. Discussion items focus on the 2025 Pole Banner Program and sponsorships, a downtown traffic and safety update, and new Façade Improvement Grant applications.

• Approval of December 2024 financials
• New Façade Improvement Grant applications under review
• Discussion of 2025 Pole Banner Program and sponsorships
• Downtown Traffic & Safety update from Chamber of Commerce
• Introduction of new downtown businesses

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hold a public hearing, discuss performance bond reminders, and review multiple development projects. Old business includes Costco's store/fuel station on Jefferson Blvd, a Walmart remodel/expansion on Hutton Ranch Rd, and several other commercial and residential projects. New business is Brightview Suites, an office/retail complex on Timberwolf Parkway.

• Costco store/fuel station – Jefferson Blvd
• Walmart remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline – Bldg A/Clubhouse
• Brightview Suites – 150 Timberwolf Pkwy – office/retail suites
• Birds Nest – 120 Financial Drive – new daycare building

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing, approve minutes, and review new building projects including a gym, a fast-food restaurant, and an office building. Also on the agenda is a review of new bleachers for the Flathead County Fairgrounds.

• Burn Bootcamp – 466 Rivers Edge Loop – new gym
• Freddy's Frozen Custard – 420 Cascade Loop – fast-food restaurant
• Brightview Suites – 150 Timberwolf Parkway – offices
• Flathead County Fairgrounds – 265 N Meridian – new bleachers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a zoning text amendment for a pedestrian bridge and a work session for Vista Ridge Cottages. The body will also review documents related to the Montana Land Use Planning Act.

• Zoning Text Amendment KZTA-24-01 regarding the Immanuel Lutheran Sky Bridge
• Work session for Vista Ridge Cottages (KA-24-10, KPUD-24-05, & KPP-24-06)
• Review of Montana Land Use Planning Act work session documents
• Review of Kalispell Fire Report and Police Department CPSM Report

The Kalispell Planning Commission unanimously recommended a zoning text amendment (KZTA-24-01) to allow pedestrian skybridge connections over rights-of-way to encroach into front and side-corner setback areas. The recommendation will go to the Kalispell City Council for final adoption. The commission also approved the December 10, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning text amendment KZTA-24-01 to allow skybridge encroachment into setbacks (unanimous roll call)

City Council Agenda

The City Council is discussing how to fund the replacement of non-compliant lead and galvanized water service lines to meet EPA mandates. Members are also reviewing proposed municipal code amendments to expedite the securing of unsafe vacant structures.

• Review of State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan option with 60% forgiveness and 40% debt
• Proposed resolution to allow the City to fund and oversee service line replacements on private property
• Discussion of alternative funding: direct customer payment or deferred repayment plans
• Proposed amendment to Fire Code to require unsecured vacant structures be made safe within 10 days
• Review of penalty application for failure to abate unsafe conditions

Site Development Review Committee

The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments, discuss performance bond reminders, and review several old business items including a Walmart remodel/expansion, new daycare building, and mixed-use projects. No new business items are listed.

• Walmart – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd – remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline – Bldg A/Clubhouse
• Birds Nest – 120 Financial Drive – new daycare building
• Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way (Bldg 1) – Mixed-Use
• EX-Guard – 1000 Rail Park Dr – fabrication warehouse

City Council Agenda

The Kalispell City Council will vote on a consent agenda including minutes, an interlocal agreement for tennis, a cybersecurity grant, and a firefighter confirmation. Action items include final plat approvals for the Kalispell North Town Center (72.6 acres, 23 commercial lots) and Bloomstone Phases 5-6 (13.8 acres, multi-family), and a resolution supporting a RAISE grant application for the Kalispell Bypass U.S. 93 to Airport Road improvements.

• Final plat and improvement agreement for Kalispell North Town Center Phases 6 and 7 (72.6 acres, 23 commercial lots)
• Final plat and improvement agreement for Bloomstone Phases 5-6 (13.8 acres, multi-family development)
• Resolution 6237 supporting RAISE grant application for Kalispell Bypass U.S. 93 to Airport Road improvements
• Acceptance of State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program award (255 licenses for cybersecurity training)
• Confirmation of Firefighter/Paramedic Camas Rinehart after probation period

Site Development Review Committee

The Kalispell Site Development Review Committee will hold a public hearing and review performance bond reminders. Old business includes updates on several ongoing projects such as a Costco store/fuel station on Jefferson Blvd, a Walmart remodel/expansion on Hutton Ranch Rd, and others. No new business is listed.

• Costco – Jefferson Blvd – store/fuel station
• Walmart – 170 Hutton Ranch Rd – remodel/expansion/parking/landscaping
• Bloomstone Apartments/Clubhouse – 1070 Treeline – Bldg A/Clubhouse
• Project Wolfpack – United Dr – warehouse/distribution
• Montarise Landing – 570 E Swift Creek Way (Bldg 1) – Mixed-Use