7/6/26 Kalispell City Council Session

The City of Kalispell, Montana City Council held a session on July 6, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. The council approved a consent agenda including design, permitting, procurement, and construction phase services for a new station at 490 Mountain Vista Way. A significant portion of the meeting focused on updates to the city's water, wastewater collection, and treatment facility plans, with a detailed presentation on the phased capital improvement projects estimated to cost between $81.8 million and $254 million depending on regulatory scenarios. The council also discussed and passed resolutions to amend off-street parking fees, including implementing a flat permit fee and escalating fines for parking violations, alongside policy considerations for license plate reader technology to improve enforcement and data collection. Additionally, the council supported the creation of an opportunity zone in the downtown core to incentivize redevelopment through federal tax advantages. Appointments were made to a housing study advisory committee to guide future housing strategies. The meeting included discussions on parking management policies, utility infrastructure investments, and economic development initiatives, with motions passed on key resolutions and ordinances related to these topics.