8/3/26 Kalispell City Council Session

The City of Kalispell, Montana City Council held a session on August 3, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The council approved the annexation and zoning for the Birchwood Plan Unit Development, a 21.32-acre residential project including 95 dwelling units with a mix of affordable and private sector housing, led by Habitat for Humanity and private developers. The project included requests for deviations from standard development regulations and was supported by traffic, geotechnical, and acoustical studies. Public comments raised concerns about traffic access and infrastructure. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds totaling $692,000 for the lead service line replacement project, a budgeted water infrastructure improvement. Additionally, the council debated and ultimately approved a phased salary increase for council members, incorporating a consumer price index adjustment to maintain compensation relative to market conditions. Other discussions included urban renewal agency board composition changes and community safety acknowledgments. No new vendor selections or contract awards were reported, but the bond issuance and development approvals represent significant procurement and capital improvement activities.