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10.21.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, October 21, 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/86372152642 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  863 7215 2642.

Next Resolution No. 2504             Next Ordinance No. 1181

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 10.7.2025 Commission & 10.10.2025 Special Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Extension of City Administrator’s Contract.

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 knord@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

Resolution

RES 2503. A Resolution Authorizing Bids for Cropland Lease – Auditor’s Lot 2 NE1/4 31-140-58 and Auditor’s Lot 1 NW1/4 32-140-58. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

RES 2504. A Resolution Establishing Fee for Water Tower Infrastructure. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

  • Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $3,569,764. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  • Approve 2024 Audit Report prepared by Brady Martz. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

  • Approval of Master Police Officer position. (Police Chief Horner)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  • Approve 2026-2030 School Resource Officer Contract. (Police Chief Horner)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

N5. Approve ND DWR Construction Cost-Share Application for Northwest Standpipe Replacement Project.  (City Engineer) 

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

N6. Approve Award – Northwest Area Water System Improvements. (City Engineer) 

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

N7. Approve Amendment to Section A.2.3.1 of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with McGough Construction — Substantial Completion Date October 19, 2026.

(City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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10.21.2025 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting 

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, October 21, 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/87319137584 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 873 1913 7584

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Overview of the 2024 Audit Report by Brady Martz
  2. Review Monthly Expenditures Reports. (Finance Director Klein)
  3. Quarterly Engineer Report. (Finance Director Klein)
  4. Update on Viking Trailer Court (City Administrator Crawford)
  5. Discuss Renewing School Resource Officer Contract. (Police Chief Horner)
  6. Discuss Master Police Officer position. (Police Chief Horner)
  7. Discuss Series F, Red River Valley Water Supply Project. (President Carlsrud)
  8. Discuss extension of City Administrator’s contract. (President Carlsrud)
  9. Discuss Bids for Northwest Area Water System Improvements. (City Engineer)
  10. Discuss Water Tower Surcharge amount. (City Administrator Crawford)
  11. Discuss status of Phase IV PFP. (City Engineer)
  12. Discuss regulation of concrete work and storm water management. (City Administrator Crawford)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

  1. Sanitation Department
    1. Water Department
    1. Electric Department
    1. Fire Department
      1. Fire Extinguisher Report
      1. Blighted & Dangerous Buildings
    1. Police Department
    1. Street Department
    1. Administration

            Building Permit Report

            Court Report

Adjourn

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8.12.2025 Planning & Zoning Minutes

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August 12th, 2025 – MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF VALLEY CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Chair Mike Schell presided and called the meeting to order at 4:00 on Tuesday August 12th,2025.

Commissioners present: Ian Jacobson, Joe Tykwinski, Dave Carlsrud, Jeff Erickson, Bill Carlblom

Absent: Tim Durheim

Others: City Administrator Gwen Crawford, City Attorney Carl Martineck, City Planner Joel Quanbeck, Acting Secretary Brandy Johnson, Fire Chief Scott Magnuson, Building Inspector Nick Blevins,

Commissioner Carlblom moved to approve the minutes from the July 8th, 2025 meeting seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed with unanimous approval.

Building Inspector Report

Building Inspector Nick Blevins sent the permit list to the board of the current permits. Commissioners had no questions.

Discussion      An application to plat part or all of a 7-acre tract of land located in the SE¼ of Section 33, Twp 140N, Rng 58W in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Valley City

City Planner Joel Quanbeck spoke on the finding of the presented plat information and re-platting auditors lots.

Public Hearing for Variance for holding tank 11678 35m ST SE – Kapaun

Chair Schell opened the public hearing.

Suzie Kapaun spoke on the project they would like to do at their home.

Commissioner Carlblom made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Jacobson

Internal discussion ensued.

Commissioner Jacobson made a motion to approve the variance for a holding tank. Seconded by Commissioner Carlblom followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Public Hearing – Temporary use permit ordinance

Chair Schell opened the public hearing.

City Attorney Martineck discussed temporary use permit ordinance 1175

Commissioner Carlblom made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Carlsrud

Internal discussion ensued.

City Attorney Martineck will add recommended changes from the board and bring ordinance 1175 back to the next planning and zoning meeting.

Adjourn

With no other items to discuss, Chair Schell called the meeting to close at 4:52pm

Dave Carlsrud

10.13.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Greetings All, 

  • Saturday VCPR held its annual “Parktober Festival” in Chautauqua Park celebrating the beginning of fall. There were numerous activities with something to interest most everyone in the large crowd. Thank you to the VCPR folks for facilitating another great event in Valley City. 
  • Fall is a beautiful, busy time in our area. Schools are in session, buses are on the road, construction zones are buzzing and harvest in progress to name few. All involved are trying to go “somewhere” and often under time constraints. Be careful, take a breath, take your time and get there safely.  
  • It was a good weekend for Valley City High School Football, Valley City State Football, University of North Dakota Football and North Dakota State Football as they all scored more points than the opponents.
  • Even though the sunshine doesn’t make it feel like October just yet, Officer McWaddles would like to remind everyone of the seasonal parking rules now in effect.
    • From October through March, certain streets—including downtown and many others—become no parking zones or restricted no parking overnight areas.  
    • Why? These restrictions allow city crews to safely and efficiently clear snow and ice, keeping our roads open and safe during winter weather events. It will help prevent snow build-up making travel easier and safer for everyone.
  • A big thank you to our city employees who, during these busy times, are working long hours at desks, providing customer service and to the folks who are regularly working in the freezing cold and 100-degree heat. Due to their dedication the lights come on when we flip the switch and when we turn the water on, we are blessed with the best tasting water in the state. Perhaps as important as anything, when we flush the toilet, it works!
  • The Seattle Mariners team is the only Major League Baseball team that has not played in a World Series. There seems to be a number of “good guys” on the team so I am a new Mariner enthusiast. It would be a nice story.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light. ~ Helen Keller

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,
Dave Carlsrud

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9.16.2025 Finance Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, September 16, 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 Magnuson, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon.

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

Agenda Items

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

Discuss Valley City NW Water Tower. City Engineer Eslinger reviewed the cost options with the project and what the 30 year loan payments would look like. Consensus was the City would do a $500,000 down payment and look at a $2 base fee per meter monthly charge on utility billing.

Review CD Renewal Options. The Commission reviewed CD rate options. Consensus was to renew the rates at Dacotah Bank for 7 months and going forward the Finance Committee will determine CD renewals and report to the City Commission.

Review Settlement Agreement for the 2nd Ave 3rd St. NE Reconstruction Project. Commissioner Bishop moved to add Review Settlement Agreement for the 2nd Ave 3rd St. NE Reconstruction Project to the agenda, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

City Engineer Petersen reviewed the Notice of Intent and change orders with STRATA. The dollar amount paid by the City and NDDOT would not change due to these documents. Consensus was to move forward.

Department Reports

Department Spotlight – New Employees since 1.1.2025

Sanitation Department Forman Swart reported on getting new software for the Transfer Station.

Water Department Water Treatment Superintendent Hesch reported on the lagoon.

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf reported on progress of current projects.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson reported monthly calls and blighted buildings.

Police Department Police Chief Horner reported monthly calls for service and discussed vehicle purchase in 2026. Commission agreed for the Police Department to purchase the Ford Explorer in 2026. Chief Horner updated the Commission on Back the Blue funds awarded and a potential agreement with ND Department of Health and Human Services to develop the Responsible Tobacco Retailer Training Project.

Street Department Operations Superintendent Klemisch reported on progress of current projects.

Administration

City Administrator Crawford discussed Ordinance changes and PFP Buyouts. Discussed the Preliminary & Design Engineering services for the Exit 292/Loves Access Flex Fund Application. Commissioners agreed to pay 5% of the project, which is a 50/50 cost share with the County for the local 10% share.

Finance Director Klein discussed current CD’s and gave an update on changes made to the budget.

Adjourn – 4:42 PM

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9.16.2025 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

Commissioner Bishop moved to remove NB2. Approve Valley City NW Water Tower Opinion of Probable Cost and Discussion Project Cost Saving Options, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

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

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING

Open public Hearing Regarding the 2026 Annual City Budget.

Commissioner Bishop moved to close, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

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.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

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.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

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.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

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.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1180. First Reading of Ordinance 1180, an Ordinance Adopting the 2026 Annual City Budget.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

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

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,708,011.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford gave an update on the Service Center project.

City Engineer Petersen gave an update on construction projects.

City Engineer Eslinger gave an update on the Water Tower project bids.

Commissioner Erickson reminds local citizens the last tree pickup day is September 25th and to please call Public Works to get your name on the list.

ADJORN

Child Passenger Safety with images of seatbelt sleeves for special needs.

Child Passenger Safety Initiative

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Does your child (age 0-17) have any important needs that should be known in the event of an emergency? Sharing this information can help first responders provide the best possible care and give you peace of mind that your child’s needs are being considered.

The Valley City Fire Department would like to assist families with children and their needs for child passenger safety by providing seat belt sleeves customized with your child’s name, considerations, allergies, or medications free of charge.

Please complete this form and return to Fire Chief Scott Magnuson at 241 3rd Ave NE, by Oct. 17, 2025 to order.

Contact Scott Magnuson at smagnuson@valleycity.us or 701-845-3351 if you are interested in this for your child.

Child Passenger Safety with images of seatbelt sleeves for special needs.
Dave Carlsrud

10.6.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Hello Folks, 

  • The warmer than average stretch of weather has provided great opportunities to get some fall “chores” completed. While chores are important, insert a little recreation time for you and your family, you deserve it. 
  • This week, October 6-10 is designated “School Safety Week” in the VCPS System. The VCPS Staff, Barnes County Emergency Manager, Ambulance Service, Valley City Police and Fire Departments will be partnering to share safety and security skills with all. Thank you.
  • A number of deaths and injuries to bikers and pedestrians have occurred in our area recently. Please, drivers, be free of distractions, walkers FACE traffic and bikers obey “rules of the road.” Important, bikers and walkers, wear “Hi-Viz” CLOTHING when riding or walking on streets! Everyone, please be a little extra cautious.
  • In Valley City, we are very fortune to be a Public Power Community so we’re inviting you to join us in celebrating Public Power Week, October 6-12. It’s a time to be grateful for our community-owned, clean, adequate and affordable power which lead to positive impacts on our daily lives. Thanks to our Electrical Department as our power has been “on” 99.9921% of the time this year! Great job everybody.
  • Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) has maintained Moody’s Aa2 Bond Rating along with Fitch’s AA- Bond Rating. Both agencies also assigned a Stable Outlook to the anticipated 2025 Series A Power Supply Revenue Refunding Bonds. The good ratings help ensure we users can enjoy favorable bond interest rates. 
  • From the Sports Illustrated list of North Dakota’s 50 most noted athletes is Sheri Kleinsasser of Carrington. Sheri ended her career (1992-1995) at the University of North Dakota as its all time leading scorer with 1,941 points. Her brother Jim is also on the list…a pretty talented family.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” ~ C. S. Lewis

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

10.7.2025 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, October 7, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, October 7, 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/84914051554 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  849 1405 1554.

Next Resolution No. 2502            Next Ordinance No. 1181

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

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

 

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 9.16.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Contractor Licenses:
    1. Advanced Striping, Inc. – Fargo
    1. Sieg Construction – Valley City
    1. Vita Roofing LLP – Fargo
  3. Approve Local Raffle Permit:
    1. Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce
    1. Trinity Lutheran WELCA
    1. St. Catherine School
    1. SHINE

Roll Call:    Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        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

PH1. Public Hearing Regarding Special Assessment

Projects:

            Paving Improvement District No. 126

            Water Main Improvement District No. 104

            Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 68

            Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 55

Declare Public Hearing Open.

Close Public Hearing.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Approve Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 126, Water Main Improvement District No. 104, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 68 and Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 55. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

PH2. Public Hearing Regarding Special Assessment

Projects:

            Paving Improvement District No. 128

            Water Main Improvement District No. 105

            Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 69

Declare Public Hearing Open.

Close Public Hearing.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Approve Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 128, Water Main Improvement District No. 105, and Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 69. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Ordinance

ORD 1179. Second and final 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:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

ORD 1180. Second and final reading of Ordinance 1180, an Ordinance Adopting the 2026 Annual City Budget.   (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

Resolution

RES 2502. A Resolution authorizing filing of application with the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality for a loan under the Clean Water Act and/or the Safe Drinking Water Act. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:         Magnuson       Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Approve Accepting Award for Back the Blue Funds. (Police Chief Horner)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Agreement with the ND Department of Health and Human Services for the Police Department to develop the Responsible Tobacco Retailer Training Project. (Police Chief Horner)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB3. Approve Interim Financing Agreement, Series F, for Red River Valley Water Supply Project. (President Carlsrud)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB4. Approve opening a CD in the amount of $2,000,000 at Dacotah Bank. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Dave Carlsrud

9.29.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Greetings, 

  • Our Street and Electrical Departments have done great jobs cleaning up fallen trees, cutting trees and limbs that endanger power lines from the June storm and our Transfer Station has burned over 4 million pounds of trees. To all our city employees who helped clean up from said storm, we are grateful for your tremendous efforts.
  • For those of you who are considering flu shots and COVID-19 vaccinations this year, please check with your doctor or our City County Health for further information.
  • Saturday, VCSU celebrated a special homecoming with a parade, a large tailgating turnout and football game. It was great seeing all the people around town, Lokken Stadium full and many people standing around beautiful Dacotah Bank Field enjoying the game.
  • The McCarthy Hall Renovation at VCSU enhanced the already beautiful “face” of the university.  Please see the following links for the ribbon cutting and tour:  https://www.vcsu.edu/vcsu-celebrates-reopening-of-mccarthy-hall/
    https://www.vcsu.edu/mccarthy-hall-the-past-and-future-of-teacher-education/
  • Our Public Works Department was honored by Missouri River Energy Services with the WattSTAR Award for “The Utility That Never Stops,” recognizing our folks for their immeasurable work during and following the 2025 June storm. Congratulations and thank you everyone.
  • The 2025 Ryder Cup was won by the Europeans and was a competition that will be remembered for years. Friday and Saturday, the Europeans’ play was outstanding and on Sunday the Americans were fantastic as well. Going into the nine singles pairings Sunday there appeared to be NO chance, but the Americans rallied making it a dynamite finish! The Ryder Cup is such an emotional event and with approximately 250,000 fans, sportsmanship was a bit sketchy at times and sadly, a number of players were interrupted while “at address”. *Congratulations to Tommy Fleetwood as the 2025 Nicholas-Jacklin Award recognizing sportsmanship, integrity and teamwork.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “In faith there is enough light for those who want to believe and enough shadows to blind those who don’t.” ~ Blaise Pascal

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,
Dave Carlsrud