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.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (please stand)
ROLL CALL
4:00 PM City Hall
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Gulmon, Commissioner Erickson.
Others Present: City Attorney Martineck, Deputy Auditor Klein, City Administrator Crawford, Police Chief Hatcher, Administrative Assistant Johnson, Assessor-in-Training Current, Assessor Hansen.
Deputy Auditor Klein read North Dakota Century Code sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.
President Carlsrud declared the hearing open at 4:04 P.M. City Assessor Hansen reported the changes in property values within the city for 2022. An overall summary was read and submitted.
| pROPERTY tYPE | sTATE cERTIFIED vALUES | pROJECTED tOTALS 2022 | $ cHANGE | % cHANGE |
| Residential land | $35,666,300 | $40,102,800 | $4,436,500 | 12.44% |
| Residential structure | $224,032,300 | $241,282,700 | $17,250,400 | 7.70% |
| Grand Total residential | $259,698,600 | $281,385,500 | $21,686,900 | 8.35% |
| Commercial Land | $36,075,355 | $41,424,150 | $5,348,795 | 14.83% |
| Commercial Structure | $128,742,930 | $133,332,260 | $4,589,330 | 3.56% |
| Grand total Commercial | $164,818,285 | $174,756,410 | $9,938,125 | 6.03% |
| agricultural land | $98,700 | $98,700 | $0 | 0.0% |
| GRAND TOTAL agricultural land | $98,700 | $98,700 | $0 | 0.0% |
| TOTAL MARKET VALUE | $424,615,585 | $456,240,610 | $31,625,025 | 7.45% |
City Assessor Hansen stated 125 Notices of Increase were sent out. The following property owners contacted City Assessor Hansen regarding the notice of increase for 2022.
| pROPERTY OWNER | REQUESTED CHANGE |
| George Gaukler | Vacant lots in Meadow View Estates, Prairie View Addition, and Hyland Park were adjusted down. |
| Bob Bergan Paul Diegel Wade Bruns Deb Thoreson Robert Mosby | No Changes No Changes No Changes No Changes No Changes |
Commissioner Bishop moved to close the hearing, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the assessment book as prepared by the City Assessor, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:21 p.m.
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon
Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson
Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.
Add Ord. 3
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the March 15th, 2022 Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
Approve Raffle Permit for
2. Approve 2022-2023 Contractor License Renewals for:
3. Approve Relocation of Valley City Twisters Gymnastics Site Authorization from Bridges Bar and Grill to Brockopp Brewing through June 30, 2022.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee.
City Attorney Martineck stated there were some administrative changes after speaking with Joel Quanbeck since the first reading and are highlighted in the second.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Second and Final 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 stated no changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1101, an Ord to Amend & Reenact Section 110-07-08 of the VCMC Relating to Planning and Zoning Fees.
City Attorney Martineck stated this will allow the city to set a late application fee for zoning applications and also allow the city to set a fee to request a special meeting of the PZ Commission. The fees will be established at the last meeting.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2358, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule.
City Attorney Martineck stated this resolution will establish an animal impound administration fee of $10, an appellate fee to appeal the zoning decision to the city commission of $100, expedited PZ commission for a variance or appeal of $300, establishes a Class I alcoholic beverages annual fee of $2250.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2359, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2022 for Consolidated Sanitary Sewer & Water Main Improvement District No. 59.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,376,081.55.
Finance Director Richter provided the breakdown of expenditures for March.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Reclassification of Administrative Assistant for Public Works.
City Attorney Martineck stated the recommendation is to make the position at the front desk which is an Administrative Assistant for Public Works be reclassified as and Administrative Assistant I to and Administrative Assistant II.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve the City’s Selection to Purchase an Automated Garbage Truck from Sanitation Products Inc. with quote in the amount of $355,853.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve the City’s selection to purchase a crew cab pickup from Stoudt Ross Ford bid proposal in the amount of $30,426.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.
City Administrator Crawford reported due to the new fees being added on the MFS for things like expedited PZ meetings, Joel Quanbeck will be making a chart of when things are due so people are aware. The 6th St project received final approval.
Finance Director Richter stated last week Eide Bailly was on site for our audit. It seems to be going well and we should have the final report in June for commission approval.
Tina Current reported the Equalization Meeting is April 12th at 4 p.m. The appeal process needs to start at the city level.
Police Chief Hatcher reminded everyone about the first Coffee with the Cops taking place at Alley Beans.
Commissioner Gulmon congratulated Mayor for the Day Peterson. Cash reserves are strong. Sales tax through January is down a little bit from 2021 but well ahead of 2019 and 2020. Food and Beverage and Occupancy taxes increased.
Commissioner Bishop encouraged everyone to come out to meet with the officers tomorrow. All questions will be appreciated and it’s an informal way to get together.
Mayor for a Day Peterson thanked everyone for the fire truck ride.
Mayor Carlsrud asked residents to clean up around their garbage areas and to not set out bags of garbage to early allowing critters to get in them. Our crew is not responsible to pick up that mess. Clean up week is June 6th.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:33 P.M.
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 3:30 PM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop and Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon
Others Present: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson
Department Reports
Sanitation Supervisor Swart reported that clean up week has been set for June 6-11. Grass sites are open 24/7 all year long.
Water Superintendent Hesch reported fluorescent lights in the WTP in certain spots will be changed to LED. Meters were received from HACH and will be working on replacing those.
Electrical Supervisor Senf reported the crew has been trimming tree and replacing the purple fixtures around town. They will also replace the ones going out on the highway. Working on the downtown sub with HDR. Trying to line up a crane and sell the transformer.
Assistant Fire Chief Coit reported on the fire extinguisher services stating they continue to get more customers and it will get busier with time.
Police Chief Hatcher reported they are still working on hiring for the opening. There are 3 people that are going through the background process. This month will be the first of the monthly Coffee with Cops program. If it’s successful we’ll consider doing it monthly.
Kevin Jacobson reported the street department has been doing patching and cleaning. Water crew has been working on the lead and copper. There was a water leak that had to be fixed. Some residents have been mentioning orange water. We will work on flushing them but it can look clear doing that and then it sometimes loosens the rust in some of the older pipes. FI you have rusty water flush your cold water. Do not turn the hot on until it’s clear or it may get into your hot water heater.
Finance Director Richter stated the quarterly report for general engineering shows they are pretty much right on target.
Review the monthly bills/reports.
Finance Director Richter read the breakdown of the finance report with expenses totaling $1,376,082.
Discuss Placing Recycling Containers Eat of the Water Treatment Plant.
Commissioner Magnuson asked if we could put some on the flat land by the water treatment plant. After discussion it was decided to check into a different location.
Discuss Reclassification for Administrative Assistant for Public works Accounts.
Katie has given her notice and will be leaving the end of May. The proposal is to change that position as an Administrative Assistant II after Katie leaves.
Discuss Definitions for Alcoholic Beverage License Classifications.
City Attorney Martineck requested clarification in some areas of the alcoholic beverage license to make sure they are well defined and everyone is on the same page.
Master Fee Schedule Update.
City Attorney Martineck stated there will be a resolution to approve several fees based on ordinances that have been passed or will be passed and once again making sure everyone is on the same page. Discussion of the fees that were being changed took place.
Discuss Project to be included in the North Dakota Water Resources 2023 Water Development Plan.
Chad Petersen from KLJ discussed the plans that were currently on the plan and received confirmation that those projects will remain.
Progress Updated on Elks Building
Chad Petersen provided update with approximate construction beginning later this fall.
Discuss Infrastructure Funds 2022-2029
City Administrator Crawford presented a printout that each department listed what they felt were improvements that will need to be made so we can have an idea of future funding needs.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 4:51 PM.
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 at 5:00 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/89474688426 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 894 7468 8426.
Approve Minutes from the April 5th Finance and Commission Meetings and April 12th Board of Equalization Minutes.
Roll Call: Erickson Gulmon Bishop Magunson Carlsrud
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Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
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2. Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements to 1251 14th 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 6th 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)
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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
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
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson,
Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck via Zoom, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson
No changes.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the March 1st, 2022 Finance and Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
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
Approve Block Off Street Request for VCSU Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening for the Center of the Arts on April 21, 2022 from 12pm-3pm.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee.
City Administrator Crawford added in the case of someone needing a meeting sooner than the regularly scheduled meeting would be assessed a fee which is set by what we pay the current board for meeting.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
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.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
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.
No changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
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.
No changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
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.
No changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $217,000.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2352, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $105,000.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2353, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $34,000.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
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 (6th St NW-5th Ave NW to Central Ave N.)
Chad Petersen stated 5 bids were received by the DOT. The engineers estimate for the project was $1,617,587.50, Sellin bid $1,870,998. Do to the low bidder being about 15.7% over the engineers estimate we are required to do a bid analysis.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve awarding the bid for the Project No SU-2-990 (061) contingent upon DOT approving the low bid and approving the contract to Sellin Brothers, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
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 (12th St N-9th Ave NW to 5thAve NE and 8th Ave SE/Winter Show Rd).
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
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 the bids that came in were above what was estimated. In the agreement it is stated that anything over $500,000 they want to renegotiate. We came to the agreement that costs that exceed $500,000 be split in half.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve City Engineer to draft a preliminary Cost Estimate for New Services/Road to New Subdivision.
City Administrator Crawford stated we talked about some of the new subdivision areas coming in and it was talked about doing a cost estimate for what it would take to get new services and roads to this new subdivision.
Chad Petersen figured the estimate would run around $800-$1000.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.
City Administrator Crawford presented videos of water runoff on the Love’s hill. Public Works was out digging to divert the run off but wanted to mention it as it is being worked on.
Austin Fritz’s last day is today and Katie Henderson’s last day will be the end of May. It’s not that they are unhappy here, they are both going back home.
The engineers had a 10-year project list, we had Clint and Kevin prioritize what they thought was important. The biggest reason for doing this is so we can look ahead at the finances.
Public Works Manager Jacobson stated he had just watched a webinar that WAPA had and they had completed a rate study and in the last few years. Our rates from WAPA have gone down but they said for sure they’ll be going back up. It will have about a $300,000 impact on us and will start January 2023.
Police Chief Hatcher stated the patches they ordered for the autism fundraiser are in. They have FD and PD patches and are $10 each and proceeds will go to the ND Autism Center in West Fargo. They also have a program that they have over there that we are hoping to bring to Valley City.
President Carlsrud thanked all the employees for the work they do.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 P.M.
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 at 5:00 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/81021939579 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 810 2193 9579.
Approve Minutes from the March 15th, 2022 Commission Meeting.
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
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Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Carlsrud
2. Approve Second and Finacle 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 Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
2. Approve Resolution 2359, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2022 for Consolidated Sanitary Sewer & Water Main Improvement District No. 59. (Finance Director Richter)
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Carlsrud
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Carlsrud
2. Approve Reclassification of Administrative Assistant for Public Works Accounts.
Roll Call: Gulmon Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
3. Approve the City’s Selection to Purchase an Automated Garbage Truck from Sanitation Products Inc. quotation in the amount of $355,853. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Erickson Gulmon Bishop Magnuson Carlsrud
4. Approve the City’s selection to purchase a crew cab pickup from Stoudt Ross Ford bid proposal in the amount of $30,426. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 at 3:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.
Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87363415490 listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 873 6341 5490
3. Fire Extinguisher Services Financial Report. (Fire Chief Magnuson)
4. Discuss Placing Recycling Containers East of the Water Treatment Plant. (Commissioner Magnuson)
5. Discuss Reclassification of Administrative Assistant for Public Works Accounts. (City Attorney Martineck)
6. Discuss Definitions for Alcoholic Beverage License Classifications. (City Attorney Martineck)
7. Master Fee Schedule Update. (City Attorney Martineck)
8. Discuss Projects to be included in the North Dakota Water Resources 2023 Water Development Plan. (City Engineer)
10. Progress Update on Elks Building. (KLJ)
11. Discuss Infrastructure Funds 2022-2029. (City Administrator Crawford)
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon
Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson
No changes.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 15th, 2022 Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve First 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 stated these are changes to conform to the state level.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section 4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.
City Attorney Martineck stated this is to create a new class of alcohol license along with specific restrictions.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve First 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 07-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings.
City Attorney Martineck stated this ordinance is revising the current ordinance to add language defining what a dangerous building is and adding additional language that needs to be in place in order to enforce the ordinance.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2348, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No.123.
Finance Director Richter stated no protests were received.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2349, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 124.
Finance Director Richter stated no protests were received.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution 2350, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).
Tracy Eslinger stated based off the bids received they recommend awarding to KPH.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,287,284.10.
Finance Director Richter reported the bills include construction projects of $42,900; debt service at $10,660; fire hall addition $132,800; MRES $435,900; the occupancy tax was transferred to the Park District in the amount of $51,210; payroll and benefits $393,373; PFP $41,267; prepaid insurance $16,500; property taxes $47,537 and VCBCDC $5,000 leaving $110,091 for operations.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Discuss Viking Drive Estates.
City Administrator Crawford stated she feels they are going ahead with what we are asking. The only concern is a discharge to the adjacent property.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve that segment one is completed by fall of 2022 and reevaluate the project for the next step after that, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Gaming Site Authorization for the Thundering Saints, Inc. through June 30, 2022 at Bridges Bar and Grill.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Consider Amending the Claw back Requirements for Food & Beverage Funds from 5 Years to 3 Years Including Recent Funding Approval for TBD Inc. for Sky Lanes Bowling Center.
Jennifer Feist requested the claw back requirement be changed as the Development Corp. feels 3 years is a sufficient timeframe and provides accountability.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously
Consider Request from VCBCDC for $25,000 for a Primary Sector Relocation Fund.
Jennifer Feist stated these funds will be a dollar to dollar up to $1,000 match with the company and would be required to live in Barnes county.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve De-Obligation of Funds of $260,800 for the Permanent Flood Protection Acquisitions 1-4.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Master Lift Station Improvements.
Chad Petersen stated NPC was awarded the bid. We do not have a start date but we need to get the contract in place so materials can be ordered.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.
Roll Call: Magnuson-aye Erickson-nay Bishop- aye Gulmon-aye Carlsrud-aye
Motion carried.
City Administrator Crawford reported as of right now the city is not interested in contributing any money to the Little Dam but we are willing to take over the maintenance after the project is completed. There’s another subdivision looking to go to the west and if that’s the case water pressure could become an issue. There has been discussion about a new water tower and with that in mind we’d like to do a study on water pressure to help with the decision on what needs to be done.
Chad Petersen reported the preliminary traffic signal inspection for the signals at Main Street and Central and Main and 2nd Ave. was completed. Signals are running the way they are supposed to as far as the video detection. There were issues with one of the ped heads so they did take that offline and will fix that within the next week or two and then come back and test again.
Commissioner Gulmon stated the budget is reflecting strong reserves in both the general fund and Public Works. Sales tax for 2021 was a record year in Valley City.
Commissioner Erickson stated tv’s will no longer be accepted at the landfill, you have to take them to Fargo. Going forward we will also not be able to take cardboard either.
President Carlsrud thanked our employees.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 P.M.