There will be Daily Flood Meetings beginning on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 4:00 PM CT, in the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meetings are also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88538948060 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 885 3894 8060.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (please stand)

ROLL CALL

1. Flood Emergency Discussion/Planning

ADJOURN

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 19^th, 2022 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2^nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89474688426 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  894 7468 8426.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

National Small Business Week Proclamation

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the April 5^th Finance and Commission Meetings and April 12^th Board of Equalization Minutes.

Approval of Consent Agenda

1.  Approve Raffle Permit for the following:
   • Bridge City Cruisers on June 18, 2022 at NP Park.
   • Barnes County Wildlife Federation on October 28, 2022, November 21, 2022 and April 1, 2023 at the Eagles.
   • Fraternal Order of Police James/Valley Lodge #4 on August 17, 2022 at the VCPD.
2. Approve Application to Block off 4^th St NW from 2^nd Ave to Central on April 30^th, 2022 from 6-9 PM for VCHS Prom.
3. Approve 2022-2023 Contractor Renewal License for Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc.

Roll Call:   Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magunson        Carlsrud

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

• No personal attacks to persons present or not
• No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
• 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
• Thank you for participating in City Government.

Ordinance

1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1101, an Ordinance to Amend &Reenact Section 11-07-08 of the VCMC relating to Planning and Zoning Administration Fees.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:   Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

1. Approve Resolution 2360, a Resolution to Annex a Portion of NDDOT Right of Way Contiguous to City Limits at I-94 Interchange 294.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

1.  Approve Gaming Site Authorization Renewal for the Valley City Baseball Association.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud2.

2. Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements to 1251 14^th St SW.  (City Assessor Hansen)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Projects for 2023 North Dakota Water Development Plan.  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

4. Approve Construction Engineering Task Order for 6^th Street NW Reconstruction Project (NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154). (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

5. Consider Valley City-Barnes County Development Corporation Request for Funds for EKG-CNA Position.  (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

6. Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Permit for the City Lights Supper Club Lounge on May 12, 2022 from 5 PM-7 PM for the VCSU Employee Recognition Dinner in the VCSU Student Center Cafeteria.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

The City Board of Equalization Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 at 4:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85365332646 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 853 6533 2646.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

1. Auditor to read Sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 of the North Dakota Century Code pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.
2. President declares the hearing open
   • Report from Assessor
   • Requests from Property Owners
   • Auditor’s report on any written communication
3. Motion to close hearing.
   • Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson       Gulmon            Erickson         Carlsrud
4. Commission to review the assessment books. Motion to approve the assessment books as prepared by the City Assessor. (Note any changes to assessment books in separate motion).
   • Roll Call:          Magnuson         Bishop            Erickson           Gulmon          Carlsrud

ADJOURN

City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, March 15, 2022
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2^nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83605489373 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  836 0548 9373.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the March 1^st, 2022 Finance and Commission Meetings and March 9^th, 2022 Special Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

1. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:
   • FMJ Electric LLC
   • PEC Solutions of the Dakotas LLC
   • Sheyenne River Repair
2. Approve Block Off Street Request for VCSU Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening for the Center of the Arts on April 21, 2022 from 12pm-3pm.

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

 

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

• No personal attacks to persons present or not
• No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
• 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
• Thank you for participating in City Government.

Ordinance

1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1100, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-06.2 for the VCMC Related to Animal Impoundment Fees.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

4. Approve Second Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

5. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 7-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

 

Resolution

1. Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $217,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution 2352, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $105,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2353, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $34,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

4. Approve Resolution No. 2354, a Resolution accepting Bid and Awarding Contract to Sellin Brothers Inc. for Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154-Paving Imp. District No. 123, Watermain Imp. District No. 102 and Sanitary Sewer Imp. District No. 66 (6^th St NW-5^th Ave NW to Central Ave N.)  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

5. Approve Resolution No. 2355, a Resolution accepting Bids and Awarding Contract to Border States Paving Inc. for Project No. SU-CVD-2-990(061), PCN 23233-Paving Imp. District No. 124 (12^th St N-9^th Ave NW to 5thAve NE and 8^th Ave SE/Winter Show Rd). (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

New Business

1. Approve the Cost Share Items that were Negotiated with Valley Plains Equipment for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 Costs that Exceeds $500,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve City Engineer to Draft a Preliminary Cost Estimate for New Services/Road to New Subdivision.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Wednesday, March 9th, 2022
12:00 PM

Call To Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (Please Stand)

Resolution

1. Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing for Bids for Paving Improvement District No. 123, Watermain Improvement District No. 102 and Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 66 (6^th St NW-5^th Ave NW to Central Ave N). (City Engineer)

Roll Call           Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

• Approve Resolution No. 2352, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing Advertising for bids for Paving Improvement District No. 124 (12^th St N-9^th Ave NW to 5^th Ave NE and 8^th Ave SW/Winter Show Rd). (City Engineer)

Roll Call           Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

 

New Business

Adjourn

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, February 15, at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2^nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81589542178 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  815 8954 2178.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the February 1^st Finance and Commission Meetings.

Approval of Consent Agenda

1.  Approve Application for Raffle Permit for the Following:
   1. Sheyenne Valley Area Career & Technology Center on April 1, 2022 at the Technology Center.
   1. Dakota Plains Ag on March 14^th at Dakota Plains Ag.
   1. ND Appaloosa Horse Club on August 21, 2022 at the North Dakota Winter Show.
   1. Valley City Fire Department on April 9, 2022 at the Eagles Club.
2. Approve Application for Electrical Contractor License for Skeels Electric.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

• No personal attacks to persons present or not
• No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
• 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
• Thank you for participating in City Government.

Ordinance

1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1096, an Ordinance to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map, Lots 1 and 6 of Hidden Ponds Estates PUD.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

1.  Approve Resolution 2347, a Resolution Approving Plat of Tvedt’s Subdivision in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction of the City of Valley City.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

a. Consider Variance from V.C.M.C section 16-01-06(4), Sanitary Sewer Requirement for New Subdivisions.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

N1.  Approve Change in Members of Planning and Zoning Commission.  (President Carlsrud)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

N2.  Discuss Creation of New Class of License for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages at Event Centers and/or Recreational Facilities.  (City Attorney Martineck)

a.  Presentation by Kayla Cash of 845 Holdings

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

N3.  Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permits for the FOE Arie 2192 at the North Dakota Winter Show on: (Finance Director Richter)

• March 5, 2022 for the Concert from 5-10pm.
• March 9-13, 2022 for the Golden Buckle Bar from 11am-10pm.
• March 31, 2022 for the Tour of Bands from 4-11pm.

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

N4. Approve Applying for USDA Grant Funds. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

N5. Concur with Award of Project No. NHU-2-094(175)928, PCN 22934 (West Main Slide Repair) to Gladen Construction Inc. in the amount of $896,136.75. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon         Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, February 1^st, 2022 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2^nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83491221220 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  834 9122 1220.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the January 18^th, 2022 Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

1.  Approve Application for Raffle Permit for the following:
   • Barnes County Ducks Unlimited on March 24, 2022 at the Eagles Club.
   • Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals on April 16, 2022 at the Eagles Club.
   • El Zagel Sheyenne Valley Flag Corps on May 21, 2022 at the Eagles Club.
2. Approve Tree Trimming and Removal Application Renewal for Ground to Sky.
3. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector, Finance Director and Municipal Judge.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

• No personal attacks to persons present or not
• No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
• 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
• Thank you for participating in City Government.

PUBLIC HEARING

Ordinance

1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1096, an Ordinance to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map, Lots 1 and 6 of Hidden Ponds Estates PUD.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

2.  Approve Second and Final Reading of 1095, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 20-05 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to the City Restaurant Tax. (City Attorney Martineck) 

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

Resolution

1.  Approve Resolution No. 2343, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing Advertising for Bids for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Erickson          Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution No. 2344, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Master Lift Station Improvements.  (City Engineer)

      Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Erickson          Magnuson        Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2345, a Resolution Updating the Public Works Fee Schedule.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

4. Approve Resolution 2346, a Resolution Approving Replat of Hidden Ponds Estate PUD.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

New Business

1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $ 1,254,171.00. (Finance Director Richter)         

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

2. Approve Policy for Paying for the First Seal Coat Following a Street Reconstruction from Infrastructure Funds instead of Special Assessments.  (Deputy Auditor Klein)

        Roll Call:        Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

3. Approve Extension of 2021 Contractor Licenses though May 31^st, 2022.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, January 18^th, 2022 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2^nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86710403795 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  867 1040 3795.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Proclamation

Proclamation Declaring January 30^th – February 5^th, 2022 as Catholic Schools Week.

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the January 4^th, 2022 Finance and Commission Meetings.

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

• No personal attacks to persons present or not
• No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
• 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
• Thank you for participating in City Government.

Ordinance

1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1095, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 20-05 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to the City Restaurant Tax.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Resolution

1. Approve the Following Resolutions Creating Special Assessment Improvement Districts on 6^th Street NW from 5^th Ave NW to Central Ave N. (City Engineer)
   • Resolution 2333, a Resolution Creating Paving Improvement District No. 123. 
   • Approve Resolution 2334, a Resolution Creating Watermain Improvement District No. 102. 
   • Approve Resolution 2335, a Resolution Creating Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 66. 
   • Approve Resolution 2336, a Resolution Approving Engineers Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Cost for Paving Improvement District No. 123, Watermain Improvement District No. 102 and Sanitary Improvement District No. 66. 
   • Approve Resolution 2337, a Resolution Declaring Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 123.

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        CarlsrudApprove the Following Resolutions creating a Special Assessment Improvement District on 12^th Street N from 9^th Ave NW to 5^th Ave NE, and on 8^th Ave SW at Winter Show Road.  (City Engineer)

Approve Resolution 2338, a Resolution Creating Paving Improvement District No. 124.

Approve Resolution 2339, a Resolution Approving Engineers Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Cost for Paving Improvement District No. 124.

2. Approve Resolution 2340, a Resolution Declaring Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 124.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2341, a Resolution Placing City Sales, Use, and Gross Receipts Tax Extension Advisory Vote on Ballot of Municipal Election to be Held June 14, 2022, Said Tax to be Dedicated to Economic Development, Property Tax Relief and Retail Image Enhancement and Beautification.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

4. Approve Resolution 2342, a Resolution Placing City Sales, Use, and Gross Receipts Tax Extension Advisory Vote on Ballot of Municipal Election to be Held June 14, 2022, Said Tax to be Dedicated to the Funding of Infrastructure Renew and Replacement.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

N1.  Approve Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation Request for Funds for a Financial Analysis. (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

N2.  Approve using the $284,860 NDDOT COVID Relief Funds for the 12^th St N/8^th Ave SW Mill and Overlay Improvement Project.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

N3.  Approve removal of flashing beacon on 4^th St SW (adjacent to the Rec Center) from future NDDOT Highway Safety Improvement Project. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

N4.  Approve Mobile Home Park Renewal for Viking Drive Estates.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

N5.  Consider Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Enterprise Sales in the amount up to $7,500.  (Bobby Koepplin)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

N6.  Approve Task Order for Preliminary Engineering and environmental Documentation for 2^nd Ave NE/3^rd Street NE Reconstruction Project.  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

N7.  Approve Task Order Amendment for Design Engineering for Water/Sanitary Sewer extensions to Nextera Addition.  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

N8.  Approve and Award Bid for 2022 VCPW Vehicle Purchase.  (Operations Supervisor Klemisch)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn