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9.2.2025 Commission Minutes

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Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Gulmon.

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, City Engineer Petersen, City Engineer Eslinger, Police Chief Horner. 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

No changes made.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 8.19.2025 Finance & Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Local Raffle Permits:
    1. Dakota Rider MC
    1. Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals
    1. Valley City USBC Association
  3. Approve Contractor License’s:
    1. Dakota Electric Construction CO. Inc. – Fargo
    1. Border Construction – Fargo
    1. Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation dba ASTECH Corp. – St. Cloud, MN
    1. Pierce Lee Roofing – Fargo
    1. Western Products Inc. – Fargo
    1. All New Gutter Service Inc. – Fargo
    1. Singh Contracting Inc. – Bismarck
    1. Sprinturf LLC – Daniel Island, SC
    1. Peterson Sheet Metal, Inc. – Bemidji, MN
  4. Approve Contractor License Renewal:
    1. Construction Engineers, Inc.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

ORD 1176. First reading of Ordinance 1176, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Section 8-04-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to tobacco license violations.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1177. First reading of Ordinance 1177, an Ordinance to create and enact Title 21 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to gaming.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1178. First reading of Ordinance 1178, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Sections 15-01-09 and 15-01-16 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to public works accounts receivable.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

RES 2500. A Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Agreement for Cost-Share Reimbursement for Valley City Permanent Flood Protection not to exceed $9,595,675.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Consider Visitor Committee recommendation to approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for Bakkegard and Schell in the amount up to $7500 for the renovations and signage of their current building at 159 12th Ave SE.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Consider Visitor Committee recommendation to change the current Image Enhancement Application and Guidelines to include “other buildings that meet the criteria of the Image Enhancement purpose as determined by the committee.”

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Residential Improvement exemption – 605 Central Ave N.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Residential Improvement exemption – 638 3rd St. SE.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Review Valley City NW Water Tower Opinion of Probable Cost and Discussion Project Cost Saving Options.

No action was needed.

Approve terms of soil remediation at 98.9 acres in the NE Quarter of Section 10, TWP 141N, Range 59W, and Auditor’s Lot 2 of the NE Quarter of Section 31, TWP 140N, Range 58W.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Change Order for Sanitary Sewer improvement district 72 – Reline Project.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford gave an update on the Service Center.

Finance Director Klein provided a reminder that the budget hearing will be next meeting and special assessments for 2024 will be going out.

City Engineer Petersen gave an update on construction projects.

Operations Superintendent Klemisch gave a mosquito spraying update.

ADJORN

Dave Carlsrud

9.15.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Hi Everyone, 

  • It has been nice seeing the small grain harvest nearing completion, last cuttings of hay and the “clean look” of hay and straw bales in the fields.  Much like Grandma just vacuumed the stubble and set the bales there. 
  • Hearts and prayers go out to family and friends of Charlie Kirk for the loss of their loved one.  Please pray for peace.
  • This is Homecoming Week at Valley City Public Schools.  Beginning Monday, some of the events are Girls’ Golf, Powder Puff Football, Volleyball, Tennis, Cross Country, Parade, Football and lest we forget Pajama Day!  There will be lots of fun for the students and much enjoyment for spectators.  Everyone, come out and enjoy!  For information, email denise.Wadeson@K12.ND.US.
  • As I am getting older, I need a greater focus on my exercising and stretching as the sedentary computer work and television are constantly “tugging” at me.  Exercising and stretching can help prevent high blood pressure, strokes, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, depression and just help us feel better.  It can also boost energy, reduce stress and improve our moods. Google “Benefits of exercise”.   Exercises are as simple as chair-seated to walking, dancing, swimming, and biking.  Google “Exercises for seniors”.  Try it, see if you like it. 
  • At the Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) board meeting last week, generation and transmission rise to significant discussion.  The increased amount of electric power needed by data centers and the like, creates huge challenges.  While MRES has a favorable mix energy from its generation sources, working towards an adequate, reliable, affordable and environmentally favorable product continues.  There is little or no excess power available on the market so North Dakota Legislators are studying the feasibility of utilizing nuclear reactors.  Small Module Reactors (SMR) are the most likely way for North Dakota to begin as SMRs produce clean energy though they are quite expensive to build.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “I can hear you. The rest of the world hears you. And the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon.”     ~ President George W. Bush

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

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9.16.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82837899005 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  828 3789 9005

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda (Roll Call Vote needed when changes made to the Agenda)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

 Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 9.2.2025 Commission Meeting.
  2. Approve Contractor License:
    1. Sperle Masonry Inc. – West Fargo
    2. Legacy Building Solutions, LLC – South Haven MN
    3. Nelson Construction LLC – Oriska
    4. David L Singleton – Valley City
  3. Approve Contractor License Renewal:
    • 1. Abel’s Remodeling SRVS

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Public Comments

This portion of the meeting provides a limited public forum for Valley City residents, property owners and business owners to address the Board of City Commissioners on topics related to City business.  Interested persons must submit a comment card with the individual’s name, address, and the topic to be commented upon. Non-residents must provide the address of the City of Valley City business the individual operates or works at or the address of real property which the individual owns within the City of Valley City. Comments cards must be provided to the meeting secretary and approved prior to speaking. Public comments are limited solely to business matters and concerns pertinent to the City.

The following rules apply to Public Comments:

  • Limited to five minutes per speaker.
  • Must not interfere with the orderly conduct of the meeting.
  • Must not be defamatory, abusive, harassing, or unlawful.
  • May be prohibited if an alternative procedure exists to bring that particular type of public comment before the City, the public comment includes confidential or exempt information, or the public comment is otherwise prohibited by law.

Submission of written comments: In lieu of speaking, a written comment may be delivered to the meeting secretary prior to the start of the meeting. Written comments are limited to two pages. Any member of the public seeking to comment without attending in person may submit written comments to jhintz@valleycity.us. Written comments hand delivered at the time of the meeting or emailed prior to 4:00 pm on the date of the meeting will be distributed to the Board for their information and maintained in City files.  Written comments are not read aloud at the meeting

PUBLIC HEARING

  1. Open Public Hearing Regarding the 2026 Annual City Budget. (Finance Director Klein)

Motion to Close Hearing:

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

ORDINANCE

ORD 1176. Second and Final reading of Ordinance 1176, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Section 8-04-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to tobacco license violations. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

ORD 1177. Second and Final reading of Ordinance 1177, an Ordinance to create and enact Title 21 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to gaming. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

ORD 1178. Second and Final reading of Ordinance 1178, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Sections 15-01-09 and 15-01-16 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to public works accounts receivable. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

ORD 1179. First reading of Ordinance 1179, an Ordinance to create and enact Section 01-01-17 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to billing and fees for city services. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

ORD 1180. First Reading of Ordinance 1180, an Ordinance Adopting the 2026 Annual City Budget. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

RESOLUTION

RES 2501. A Resolution Approving Final Plans, Specifications and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids for Northwest Area Water System Improvements. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NEW BUSINESS

NB1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,708,011. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Valley City NW Water Tower Opinion of Probable Cost and Discussion Project Cost Saving Options. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

ADJOURN

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9.16.2025 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND. 

Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84963788181 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 849 6378 8181

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

AGENDA ITEMS

  1. Review monthly bills/reports (Finance Director Klein)
  2. Discuss Valley City NW Water Tower. (City Engineer)
  3. Review CD Renewal Options (Finance Director Klein)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

Department Spotlight – New Employees since 1.1.2025

  1. Sanitation Department
  2. Water Department
  3. Electric Department                                                                                         
  4. Fire Department/Blighted & Dangerous Buildings                                               
  5. Police Department                                                                                             
  6. Street Department
  7. Administration
    • Building Permit Report 
    • Court Report   

ADJOURN

Dave Carlsrud

9.8.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Hello, 

  • In about 24 hours our North Dakota weather went from very hot & dry to a cold, windy, damp weather pattern.  Only in North Dakota! 
  • When Larry Robinson died last week, his family lost a beloved husband, dad and grandfather.  North Dakota lost an esteemed Statesman and friend while God lost “a good and faithful servant” on earth. Larry’s “fingerprints” are all over projects at Valley City State University,  the City of Valley City and the  state of North Dakota. For me, he was a mentor, an inspiration, a confidant and a friend. I am grateful for having had Larry in my life.
  • Friday and Saturday the Brady Larson Memorial Derby was held  on the North Dakota Winter Show grounds with two sessions of demolition derby, a Friday night concert by “Booz-n-Tuna” along with a Saturday night concert by “Saliva”.  Saturday afternoon the parking lots were packed and there was a great crowd.  Congratulations and thank you to all who honored Brady by facilitating this wonderful, touching event. 
  • We are really excited about the shared use path along Winter Show Road.  Thank you to Gwen and our city staff for securing the $100,000 grant and collaborating with the Visitors Committee to make it happen.
  • Thursday evening is “Summer Vikes on Central” welcoming VCSU Students and Faculty back for the 2025-26 school year.  It is a great evening for businesses to be open showing your wares and cultivating relationships.  Be there for the band and students’ “Viking Walk” at 5:45, visit local businesses and street vendors, enjoy music and visiting folks on Central.  Thank you to all who facilitated this year’s Summer Nights on Central events, you all did a great job.
  • Missouri River Energy Service’s “Smart Energy Squad Program” is a school curriculum designed for 5th graders to learn about different forms of energy, power delivery and energy conservation.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Valley City has a come together attitude” and “The answer is somewhere in the middle.”     ~ Larry Robinson 

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

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8.19.2025 Finance Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

2:30 PM

Called to Order

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 2:30 PM.

Roll Call

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon.

Other present: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, police Chief Horner.

Agenda Items

Review monthly bills/reports. Finance Director Klein reviewed the monthly bills and reports.

Discuss Rosebud Parking Lot. Discussion was held on the Rosebud Parking Lot issues. Consensus was to go with signage rather than cameras due to cost. 

Discuss Transfer of 832 4th Ave NE to Valley City Public Schools. Discussion was held on the Transfer of 832 4th Ave NE to Valley City Public Schools. Consensus was to approve transfer contingent on keeping Mindy’s garden in place.

Discuss Change Order for Sewer Reline. Discussion was held on the Change Order for the Sewer Reline. Consensus was to allow the City Administrator to approve anything $75,000 and lower. Anything higher will require further Commission approval.

Option Agreement and Easement – State Interoperability Radio Network. Discussion was held on the Option Agreement and Easement for the SIRN tower site on City property in Barnes County.

Discuss additional soil remediation site on a portion of the South half of the Southwest quarter 27-140-58. Discussion was held on the additional soil remediation site. Consensus was to approve the area.

Discuss Valley City Housing Incentive Program. Discussion was held on the Valley City Housing Incentive Program. Consensus was to allow the Incentive Program for new hook ups only.

Discuss Public Safety at City Transfer Station. Discussion was held on creating a waiver for loading woodchips into trailers and use of the tree site.

Department Reports

Department Spotlight – Fire Department & Remaining City Hall Employees

Sanitation Department Forman Swart reported the landfill is still taking in a lot of trees, and gave the numbers for the clean up week back in May.

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf reported the crew is working South of town and they are still behind schedule.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson reported on dangerous buildings. 

Police Department Police Chief Horner reported that the PD has attended several events in Valley City including Safety in the Park. Health Department is inquiring the VCPD about the ability to contact with us to teach our alcohol server training classes.

Street Department Operations Superintendent Klemisch reported the County Highway Department will be doing their annual bridge inspections next Wednesday. They will also be replacing a culvert on the landfill road sometime in the next month. School crossings were painted last week. The City continues to pick up trees from the summer storms. Sprayed for mosquitos last week. The contractor has arrived to paint the water tower up by the John Deere Building.

Administration

City Attorney Martineck suggested that tobacco and alcohol license violations be enforced more consistently and recommended an ordinance change.

Finance Director Klein discussed late payment fees on public works accounts receivable.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:27PM.

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8.19.2025 Commission Minutes

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President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Gulmon, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson.

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, Police Chief Horner.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

OATH OF OFFICE FOR POLICE OFFICER CODY PERDUE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Add NB7. Approve Change Order for Sanitary Sewer Reline Project.

Add the District 24 Republican Raffle Permit to the Consent Agenda.

Commission Bishop moved to add the District 24 Republican Raffle Permit to the Consent Agenda, and to add NB7. Approve change order for sanitary sewer reline project, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 8.5.2025 Commission Meeting.
  2. Approve Local Raffle Permits:
    1. VCSU Foundation – Booster Club
    1. Hi-Liners Booster Club Inc.
    1. CHI Mercy Health Foundation
    1. Barnes County Senior Citizens Council, Inc.
    1. District 24 Republican

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

RES 2498. A Resolution Authorizing Filing of Application with the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality for a $600,000 Loan through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2499. A Resolution Authorizing Transfer of 832 4th Ave NE.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve contingent on keeping Mindy’s Garden, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,287,683.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Transfer of 832 4th Ave NE to Valley City Public Schools.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to remove this agenda item, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve the Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation request to fund the Recruiting & Retention Coordinator Position for 3 Years at $80,000/Year with funds sourced from City Sales Tax dedicated to Economic Development.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve the Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation request for an additional $10,000/year for 3 Years for the Resource Development Specialist Position with funds sourced from City Sales Tax dedicated to Economic Development.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Option Agreement and Form of Easement for State Interoperability Radio Network Tower to be constructed by Allo Towers.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve terms of license authorizing City to use a portion of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter 27-140-58 for additional soil remediation.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Change Order for Sanitary Sewer Reline Project.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve giving the City Administrator the authorization to approve change order up to $75,000 for the sanitary sewer reline project, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford reported last week at the State Water Commission Meeting we requested funds for 9.59 million dollars, for the continuation of the construction of phase 4 and design of phase 5 and 6 of our Permanent Flood Protection and that was approved. The metal portion of the new Service Center building will be delivered at the end of August. City Engineer Petersen was brought up to explain the removal of contaminated soil and DEQ requirements we follow. Based on his understanding talking to their Environmental Specialists working with DEQ, the intent is not to remove all the legacy contaminant soils on the site. Following the excavation of the material required for the project, baseline samples are taken from the bottom and/or the sidewalls of the excavation limits to document the remaining levels of contamination beyond the construction limits. This is done for future construction activity on the site that may encounter these soils.

Police Chief Horner spoke on what is allowed for passing school buses now that school is back in session. When there are flashing yellow lights you are allowed to pass the school bus but always be watching for the kids, when there is a red stop sign out and lights turn to red both lanes of travel must stop until the sign retracts and the lights turn off.

City Engineer Petersen gave an update on the Flood Protection Projects, as well as the Shared Use Path Project. Seal Coat work will start on Monday.

Commissioner Gulmon acknowledged and gave credit to Gwen and Chad Petersen of KLJ for all the work and time they put into securing 9 ½ million dollars in Permanent Flood Protection for Valley City.

Commissioner Erickson reminded residents there is a recycling center and to please use it.

Commissioner Bishop echoed onto Commissioner Gulmon’s report and thanks for the good job from Gwen and Chad. 

Mayor Carlsrud tagged onto Commission Erickson’s report and reminded those to use the recycling center. Thanks to whole staff still cleaning up from the storms this summer while doing their regular jobs. Thanks the Commissioners for serving.

Meeting was adjourned at 5:39 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud

9.2.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Greetings Everyone, 

  • I hope you all had opportunities for investing time with family and friends over the Labor Day weekend.  Many of us are “longer in the tooth” than others which often creates a more nostalgic view as we grow older.  Call some family and friends, tell them you love them.
  • Recently there was a horrible shooting in a Minneapolis church during worship, our hearts go out to all connected.  Please pray for the injured, their families and friends that they may heal completely, physically and emotionally.  
  • Fall sports, from elementary to university levels, are under way.  While our weather is favorable, why not attend afternoon or evening events that best fit your schedule.  The kids are excited to see you people attend their events.  “Make their day.”
  • We had many Valley City Employees working during our wind and rain storms this summer as it is “All hands on deck” during those times.  Some crews were keeping streets passable during the storms while linemen were working overhead maintaining and restoring power.  I believe our largest storm of the year was around June 20th.  We had some power outages, but being we are a Public Power Community, our crews were able to be on the job as soon as conditions allowed.  Even with the storm, our power was “on” 99.91213% of the time in June!  Additionally, our membership in Missouri River Energy Services, a Joint Action Agency, allows our electric rates to be consistency lower than Investor Owned Utilities or Electrical Coops. 
  • We are seeing more and more E-Scooters around town and I imagine they are really fun.  Some safety concerns have surfaced with scooters being ridden on streets, cutting across intersections and on sidewalks.  Please talk with your kids and friends about the importance of obeying rules of the road and the dangers of distracted drivers.  We want all to be safe.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Worry doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.”        ~ Leo Buscaglia

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

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9.2.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86913678203 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  869 1367 8203.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda (Roll Call Vote needed when changes made to the Agenda)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

 Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 8.19.2025 Finance & Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Local Raffle Permits:
    1. Dakota Rider MC
    1. Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals
    1. Valley City USBC Association
  3. Approve Contractor License’s:
    1. Dakota Electric Construction CO. Inc. – Fargo
    1. Border Construction – Fargo
    1. Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation dba ASTECH Corp. – St. Cloud, MN
    1. Pierce Lee Roofing – Fargo
    1. Western Products Inc. – Fargo
    1. All New Gutter Service Inc. – Fargo
    1. Singh Contracting Inc. – Bismarck
    1. Sprinturf LLC – Daniel Island, SC
    1. Peterson Sheet Metal, Inc. – Bemidji, MN
  4. Approve Contractor License Renewal:
    1. Construction Engineers, Inc.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Public Comments

This portion of the meeting provides a limited public forum for Valley City residents, property owners and business owners to address the Board of City Commissioners on topics related to City business.  Interested persons must submit a comment card with the individual’s name, address, and the topic to be commented upon. Non-residents must provide the address of the City of Valley City business the individual operates or works at or the address of real property which the individual owns within the City of Valley City. Comments cards must be provided to the meeting secretary and approved prior to speaking. Public comments are limited solely to business matters and concerns pertinent to the City.

The following rules apply to Public Comments:

  • Limited to five minutes per speaker.
  • Must not interfere with the orderly conduct of the meeting.
  • Must not be defamatory, abusive, harassing, or unlawful.
  • May be prohibited if an alternative procedure exists to bring that particular type of public comment before the City, the public comment includes confidential or exempt information, or the public comment is otherwise prohibited by law.

Submission of written comments: In lieu of speaking, a written comment may be delivered to the meeting secretary prior to the start of the meeting. Written comments are limited to two pages. Any member of the public seeking to comment without attending in person may submit written comments to jhintz@valleycity.us. Written comments hand delivered at the time of the meeting or emailed prior to 4:00 pm on the date of the meeting will be distributed to the Board for their information and maintained in City files.  Written comments are not read aloud at the meeting

Ordinance

ORD 1176. First reading of Ordinance 1176, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Section 8-04-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to tobacco license violations. (City Attorney Martineck)             

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

ORD 1177. First reading of Ordinance 1177, an Ordinance to create and enact Title 21 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to gaming. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

ORD 1178. First reading of Ordinance 1178, an Ordinance to amend and reenact Sections 15-01-09 and 15-01-16 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to public works accounts receivable. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Resolution

RES 2500. A Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Approve Agreement for Cost-Share Reimbursement for Valley City Permanent Flood Protection not to exceed $9,595,675. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB2. Consider Visitor Committee recommendation to approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for Bakkegard and Schell in the amount up to $75,000 for the renovations and signage of their current building at 159 12th Ave SE. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB3. Consider Visitor Committee recommendation to change the current Image Enhancement Application and Guidelines to include “other buildings that meet the criteria of the Image Enhancement purpose as determined by the committee.” (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB4. Approve Application for Residential Improvement exemption – 605 Central Ave N. (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB5. Approve Application for Residential Improvement exemption – 638 3rd St. SE. (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB6. Review Valley City NW Water Tower Opinion of Probable Cost and Discussion Project Cost Saving Options.              (City Engineer Petersen)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB7. Approve terms of soil remediation at 98.9 acres in the NE Quarter of Section 10, TWP 141N, Range 59W, and Auditor’s Lot 2 of the NE Quarter of Section 31, TWP 140N, Range 58W. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB8. Approve Change Order for Sanitary Sewer improvement district 72 – Reline Project. (City Engineer Petersen)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

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8.5.2025 Commission Minutes

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President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Erickson

Members absent: Commissioner Gulmon

Others: City Administrator Crawford (via zoom), City Attorney Martineck (via zoom), Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, City Engineer Petersen, Police Chief Horner. 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

No changes.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Approve Minutes from the 7.15.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings.

Approve Minutes from the 7.28.2025 Special Commission Meeting

Approve Contractor License:

South Peak Holdings LLC dba Skinner Roofing, Grand Forks

Approve Site Authorization Renewal:

North Dakota Winter Show at North Dakota Winter Show Event Center

Approve House Movers License:

Carrington House Movers, LLC, Carrington

Approve Local Raffle Permit

Valley City Junior Golf Association

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the Consent Agenda contingent on receiving updated certificate of insurance for Carrington House Movers, LLC, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

ORD 1173. Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1173, an Ordinance to amend and reenact chapter 11-09 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to standards for floodplain development.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1174.  Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1174, an omnibus ordinance to amend and reenact sections of the Valley City Municipal Code relating to the 2025 state legislative session.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call Vote: Bishop – Aye, Magnuson – Aye, Erickson – Nay, Carlsrud – Aye.

Motion Passed.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve purchase of property at 628 Main Street E. (Parcel 63-3110126) as a PFP Buyout in the amount of $38,170.     

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve contingent on approval by Department of Water Recourses, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford gave an update on the Public Works Service Center job site.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

City Finance Director informed the Commission that the public hearing for the 2026 Budget is on September 16th at 5 P.M.

City Engineer Petersen gave an update on the Seal Coat Project and the Winter Show Road Shared Use Path Project.

President Carlsrud thanked all City employees and the Commissioners for serving.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:14 P.M.