02/19/2019 Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall

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

Members present: Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.

Members absent: Commissioner Magnuson.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, Deputy Auditor Klein, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Lieutenant Rustebakke, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

Approval of Agenda

There were no changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 5, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Motion carried.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Dakota Plains Ag, North American Game Warden Museum, Valley City Baseball Association, Valley City Lions

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Hearing

Public Hearing to consider the petition to Annex the a tract of land located southeast of  I-94 and Exit 292, submitted by Roserock Holdings, LLC

President Carlsrud declared the public hearing open.

Tim Logan, adjacent landowner, inquired if there was an issue with the city ordinances as the Valley City Trap Team & Club will be 900’ from the property line to city [limits]. City Attorney Martineck stated no current ordinances impact the location of the shooting range and that North Dakota Century Code makes it difficult for Cities to restrict shooting ranges that have been in existence as long as this one. Commissioner Powell inquired about the direction of the shots. Logan stated eastward.

Steve Walters, Real Estate Property Manager for Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, appeared by phone. Walters stated if the City has no concerns, Loves does not have any concerns.

Chuck Mielke, President of the Trap Club, stated the Club is considering expanding its hours beyond Tuesday evening to possibly include Thursday, Friday and Sundays as the Club now has 200 members with 57 VCHS students participating.

Commissioner Bishop moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Ordinance

Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1045, an Ordinance relating to the annexation of a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, described as Parcel 1B-1 and Parcel 1B-2 in Section 28, Township 140N, Range 58W, County of Barnes, State of North Dakota (parcels #41-2840415, 41-2830335)

Commissioner Powell moved to approve Ordinance No. 1045, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

City Attorney Martineck reported the appropriate notices have been received and provided. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1044, an Ordinance creating and enacting Section 7-03-05.1 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to removal of snow and ice from sidewalk, and repealing Section 23-15 of the Valley City Municipal Code

City Attorney Martineck stated there were no changes from the first reading of Ordinance No. 1044.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1044, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Presentation of 2018 Valley City Fire Department Annual Report

Scott Magnuson reported 102 calls for service were received in 2018 which is down from two years ago. VCFD logged 1310 training hours, 96 hours for office meetings and 851 hours for PrePlan Program.

Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant Application for Foell Chiropractic Clinic up to $1,000 for signage

City Administrator Schelkoph reported the Visitors Committee provided a due pass recommendation.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for Foell Chiropractic Clinic up to $1,000 for signage, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings Grant Application for Brockopp Brewing, LLC up to $15,000 subject to conditions set forth by Visitors Committee

City Administrator Schelkoph reported the Visitors Committee provided a due pass recommendation with the conditions as stated in the materials. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings for Brockopp Brewing, LLC up to $15,000 subject to conditions set forth by Visitors Committee, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 5 – 9, 2019
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 at ND Winter Show on March 5 – 9, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for VFW Post 2764 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 8, 2019

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for VFW Post 2764 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 8, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider extending the protest deadline for Paving Improvement District No. 119 to March 11, 2019

City Administrator Schelkoph stated at the public meeting for Paving Improvement District No. 119, property owners inquired about the associated costs of sewer, water and storm sewer. A second public meeting will be held on February 26.

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the Paving Improvement District No. 119B meeting will also be held February 26 and the protest period will now coincide with Paving Improvement District No. 119. Petersen stated a new letter will be sent out to property owners.

Commissioner Powell moved to extend the protest deadline for Paving Improvement District No. 119 to March 11, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider updated procedure for Commission meeting agendas

Deputy Auditor Klein reviewed the updated procedure for Commission meeting agendas in which the agendas will not be published in the Times Record.

Beginning May 1, 2019, City Commission agendas will be available at City Hall, www.valleycity.us or distributed by email. To signup, email etufte@valleycity.us

City Attorney Martineck stated publication of the agenda is not required by law but notification is required. Commissioner Powell stated he likes the direction of utilizing website.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph reviewed Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) and his position on the board representing the City of Valley City.

Schelkoph provided an update on HB 1066 and SB 2020.

Schelkoph thanked City crews for clearing snow this winter and asked property owners to remove snow – if needed, use a private contractor.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the second public input meeting for 5th Avenue NW (Paving 118) is scheduled for Thursday, February 21.

Commissioner Powell thanked City employees for snow removal. Thanked Brockopps & Foell for investing in VC.

President Carlsrud thanked city employees for snow removal and VCFD for their work.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:41 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Brenda Klein, Deputy Auditor
City of Valley City

03/05/2019 Finance Meeting Agenda

City Commission Finance Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
4:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
  2. Out of State Travel Requests:
    1. Two VCFD Officers at Fire Department Instructor’s Conference Indianapolis, Indiana: April 9 – April 12, 2019
  1. Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (President Carlsrud) 
  2. Discuss Bush Prize for Community Innovation application with City of Valley City as Financial Sponsor (VC Development Corporation) 
  3. Discuss Hooklift and Hoist Truck/Trailer for Sanitation Department (City Administrator Schelkoph & Street Superintendent Differding) 
  4. Discuss updated hydrology for Sheyenne River from 2012 US Army Corp of Engineers Feasibility Study (KLJ)

Adjourn

03/05/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from February 19, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $            
  3. Approve Raffle Permit for Valley Quilters

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              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

O1) Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045, an Ordinance relating to the annexation of a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, described as Parcel 1B-1 and Parcel 1B-2 in Section 28, Township 140N, Range 58W, County of Barnes, State of North Dakota (parcels #41-2840415, 41-2830335) (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

Resolution

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2178, a Resolution Adopting Updated Hydrology for the Sheyenne River from the 2012 US Army Corps of Engineers Feasibility Study of Flood Protection (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              Erickson            Carlsrud

R2) Approve Resolution No. 2179, a Resolution Creating Sanitary Sewer District No. 64 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R3) Approve Resolution No. 2180, a Resolution Creating Storm Sewer District No. 52 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

R4) Approve Resolution No. 2181, a Resolution Creating Water Main District No. 100 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) Approve NDDOT Cost Participation, Construction, and Maintenance Agreement for Project No. SU-SS-2-990(053)057 (Wintershow Road, 4th Avenue, 8th Avenue SW and I-94 Exit 292 NE Ramp) Storm Drain, Manholes, Inlets and Seeding (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

N2) Approve purchase of new hooklift and hoist truck/trailer for Sanitation Department (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

02/05/2019 Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, February 5. 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall

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

Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell

Members absent: Commissioner Erickson.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

Approval of Agenda

Remove N4 & N5

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from January 15, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,262,276.07

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Ordinance

Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1044, an Ordinance creating and enacting Section 7-03-05.1 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to removal of snow and ice from sidewalk, and repealing Section 23-15 of the Valley City Municipal Code

City Attorney Martineck reported that Ordinance No. 1044 creates the removal of snow and ice from sidewalk within 24 hours in the recodified code. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Ordinance No. 1044, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution No. 2173, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule to Include Penalties for Violation of V.C.M.C. 7-03-05, Relating to Unlawful Removal of Snow, Slush or Ice.
City Attorney Martineck reported this Resolution includes the fees for violation of V.C.M.C. 7-03-05. Commissioner Powell moved to approve Resolution No. 2173, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2174, a Resolution Approving Contract between the City of Valley City and Western Area Power Administration for Roles & Duties Related to Transmission Operator Services and Approving Transmission Operator Procedure
City Administrator Schelkoph stated this Resolution provides an operating agreement for Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), which clarifies that WAPA will operate and maintain the two breakers that the City owns at the WAPA substation for security reasons. Commissioner Powell moved to approve Resolution No. 2174, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2175, a Resolution Amending Paving Improvement No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE)

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Paving Improvement District No. 119-B will add onto the current Paving Improvement District No. 119 to provide a single project to bid. The protest period will be held separately. Petersen stated the sewer main has been an issue in this district. After video work was completed, relining was not possible and replacements are needed. After looking at watermain and paving conditions, KLJ recommends full reconstruction along this corridor. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2175, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2176, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications, and Estimate of Probable Costs for Paving Improvement District No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE)

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the surface was last resurfaced in 1979 and is in fair to poor condition. The watermain dates back to 1922. The Proposed improvements include reconstructing the roadway with curb, gutter, ADA ramps, sanitary sewer and watermain. The estimated cost is $535,000.

Commissioner Powell inquired about the Prairie Dog Bill. City Administrator Schelkoph stated if passed, the City would receive an estimated $1.5 to $1.7 million per year for infrastructure projects.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2176, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2177, a Resolution Declaring Necessity of Improvements for Paving Improvement District No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE)

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated this Resolution will begin the protest period and KLJ will schedule a public input meeting. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2177, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Consider approving Preliminary & Design Engineering Agreement for Paving Improvement District No. 119B with KLJ in an amount not to exceed $42,500
Chad Petersen from KLJ for preliminary & design engineering agreement in hourly, not to exceed format. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Preliminary & Design Engineering Agreement for Paving Improvement District No. 119B, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider 6 month extension for Brockopp Brewing, LLC pursuant to V.C.M.C. 4-01-11(1.b.iii)
City Attorney Martineck stated Brockopp Brewing, LLC is requesting a 6 month extension with a submitted construction plan to allow the license to continue without use.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the six month extension for Brockopp Brewing, LLC pursuant to V.C.M.C. 4-01-11, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Renaissance Zone Authority Board recommendation for 5 year income tax exemption and 5 year property tax exemption on improvements of Rehabilitation at 114 E Main Street by Brockopp Brewing, LLC, and designate it as VC-115 pending certificate of good standing
City Administrator Schelkoph reported the RZ Board provides a due pass recommendation for VC-115. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve a 5 year income tax exemption and 5 year property tax exemption on improvements for Rehabilitation at 114 E Main Street by Brockopp Brewing, LLC and designate it as VC-115 pending certificate of good standing, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Removed: Consider Visitors Committee recommendation for Image Enhancement Grants for Brockopp Brewing, LLC

Removed: Consider Visitors Committee recommendation to change the project plan for $7,500 from the Reserved Streetscape Project Funds for the Chamber of Commerce

Approve accepting bid from Puklich Chevrolet for 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe for VCPD in the amount of $39,205
Police Chief Hatcher requested approval for 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe in amount of $39,205 with trade-in and reuse of equipment from 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe which provides the best value for the City.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve accepting the bid, seconded by Commissioner Powell.

Commissioner Magnuson declared conflict of interest. Commissioner Bishop moved to allow Commissioner Magnuson to vote, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Motion carried.

The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Gaming Site Authorization for North Dakota Winter Show on March 10, 2019 at NDWS, 700 7th Street SE
City Auditor Richter reported this is an annual gaming site authorization request from North Dakota Winter Show. Commissioner Powell moved to approve the gaming site authorization, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph thanked city employees for their work during cold maintaining city infrastructure, and the VCFD. Schelkoph provided a legislative update on HB 1066 and SB 2020. VCPW is working to catch up on garbage and will pickup extra garbage on regular garbage day. Wind chills, and broken trucks contributed to the delay.

City Updates & Commission Reports

City Auditor Richter reported the City has been approved for a $746,000 loan at 2% for the storm sewer project along Wintershow Road.
Fire Chief Magnuson asked the public to call a plumber when sewer vents are plugged. Please remove snow from furnace vents on the side of your home and keep fire hydrants clear.
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the Paving Improvement District No. 119 Public Input Meeting will be held on February 7. A public input meeting for Paving Improvement District No. 118 (5th Avenue NW) will be held on February 21 at 5:30 PM at the HAC.
Commissioner Powell thanked Thrifty White Drug for their investment in Valley City.
Commissioner Bishop thanked the VCFD & VCPD for their work.
President Carlsrud thanked the electrical department for the new lighting in the Chambers. Carlsrud reported the Water Treatment Plant construction has been proceeding. He recognized Commissioner Magnuson 25 years of service to the Valley City Fire Department.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:40 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City

02/19/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from February 5, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Dakota Plains Ag, North Dakota Game Warden Museum, Valley City Baseball Association, Valley City Lions

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              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

PH1) Public Hearing to consider the petition to Annex the a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, submitted by Roserock Holdings, LLC

Declare public hearing open.

Close hearing.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              Erickson            Carlsrud

Ordinance

O1) Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1045, an Ordinance relating to the annexation of a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, described as Parcel 1B-1 and Parcel 1B-2 in Section 28, Township 140N, Range 58W, County of Barnes, State of North Dakota (parcels #41-2840415, 41-2830335) (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Carlsrud

O2) Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1044, an Ordinance creating and enacting Section 7-03-05.1 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to removal of snow and ice from sidewalk, and repealing Section 23-15 of the Valley City Municipal Code (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) Presentation of 2018 Valley City Fire Department Annual Report (Fire Chief Magnuson)

N2) Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant Application for Foell Chiropractic Clinic up to $1,000 for signage (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

N3) Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings Grant Application for Brockopp Brewing, LLC up to $15,000 subject to conditions set forth by Visitors Committee (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

N4) Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 5 – 9, 2019 (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

N5) Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for VFW Post 2764 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 8, 2019 (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N6) Consider extending the protest deadline for Paving Improvement District No. 119 to March 11, 2019 (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N7) Consider updated procedure for Commission meeting agendas (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

01/15/2019 Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall

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

Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

President Carlsrud called to order at 5:00 PM.

President Carlsrud read the Main Street ND Proclamation and declared Valley City a Main Street ND Community.

Approval of Agenda

There were no changes to the agenda.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the minutes from January 3, 2019 meeting. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Barnes County Ducks Unlimited

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution No. 2171, a Resolution Approving Engineers Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Construction Cost for Paving Improvement District No. 119
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Paving Improvement District No. 119 is part of the Northwest Storm Sewer Phase I improvements. The project will be in done conjunction with sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water main so with the extensive underground work, KLJ recommends full reconstruction of roadway. The total project cost is approximately $2.5 million.

Commissioner Bishop inquired if NDDOT cost share involved. Petersen stated the project will be funded through a 50-50 cost share from R&R fund with cost to the property owners capped at $125/linear foot. This street has been on the list for a number of years. Petersen stated the district was created on November 6, 2018.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve Resolution No. 2171, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2172, a Resolution Declaring the Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 119
Chad Petersen from KLJ start protest period will start on January 18 with a public meeting planned for February 7, 2019.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve Resolution No. 2172, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Consider approving closeout letter to NDDOT for Project No. SU-2-990(056)060, 7th St SE Mill & Overlay (Paving Improvement District No. 114)
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the mill and overlay near the North Dakota Winter Show was constructed by Border States. Inspection was competed by KLJ, NDDOT and City Administrator in December.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the closeout letter for NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(056)060, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider approving closeout letter to NDDOT for Project No. UGP-SU-2-990(055)059, 3rd Ave SE Reconstruction (Paving Improvement District No. 115)

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the Urban Grant Program project was completed in October 2018 with lighting installed on December 20. Inspection has been completed. Petersen stated landscaping to be re-evaluated in Spring 2019 if re-seeding required under warranty work.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the closeout letter for NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(056)060, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve increasing Public Works AMI meter Opt-Out Fee
Gary Jacobson asked for policy update to increase opt-out fee for those properties that do not have AMI meters from $5 per account per month to $20 per account per month.

Opt Out Fee:

The fee for customers who opt out of having the AMI installed will be $20 per account per billing cycle effective January 1, 2019. This fee will cover the extra cost of manually reading the meters (personnel and vehicle expense) and then reviewing, verifying and entering this information into the billing system.

Commissioner Powell asked for higher fee as staff times is directed to these efforts instead of other efforts. City Administrator Schelkoph stated the recommended fee is based on costs incurred.

City Administrator Schelkoph stated AMI allows the city to help customers identify running water, to identify if a service issues lies inside or outside of a home.

Commissioner Bishop stated the Commission may revisit the fees if needed to raise the fee if needed.

City Administrator Schelkoph stated the policy also includes access to meters.

Access to Residence:

If a meter is not outside, accessible to Public Works employees, and the customer refuses entry or repeatedly cancels/no shows on appointments to gain access to read/verify the meter, Service will be disconnected at the owner’s expense (disconnect and reconnect fees charged) until access is granted.

Commissioner Bishop moved to include access to residence in the policy update and to set the AMI Opt Out Fee at $20 with the discretion to revisit the fee amount in the future, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph stated 24.8% of the property taxes paid by citizens of the City go to the City. There was no mill levy increase for 2018.

Schelkoph provided an overview of the 2019 construction projects including Streetscape I, Permanent Flood Protection Phase II, Permanent Flood Protection Phase IIA, Permanent Flood Protection Phase III, 7th Avenue NW, 2nd Ave NE, Erosion projects, New Service Center, and a New Garage at Transfer Station.

Schelkoph reported HB 1066 Prairie Dog Bill as written would provide $3.4 million per biennium for infrastructure projects and SB 2020 as written for the State Water Commission Budget includes Phase IV PFP funding in the amount of $10.9 million to connect floodwall from downtown substation to old Hub Mac building.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the wall pours along Main Street continue for Permanent Flood Protection and the crew will finish behind the Elks building. The public input meeting for 5th Avenue NW Reconstruction is tentatively scheduled for February 21. Petersen will present materials that will be used at the public input meeting to the Commission at the February finance meeting.

President Carlsrud clarified that HB 1066 is written for new infrastructure. Carlsrud thanked public employees for their work.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:34 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City

02/05/2019 Finance Agenda

City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
3:30 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (President Carlsrud)

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
  2. Out of State Travel Request:
    1. Public Works Accountant to Dallas, TX for Tyler Connect Conference April 7-10
  3. Review publication of agendas (City Auditor Richter)
  4. Presentation for Summer 2019 Downtown Events (Trinity Potts & Reah Tykwinski)
  5. Discuss presentation for 5th Avenue NW public input meeting (KLJ)
  6. Discuss bid for 2019 Police vehicle (Police Chief Hatcher)
  7. Discuss Extension of Sales Tax for Permanent Flood Protection (City Auditor Richter)

Adjourn

 

 

 

 

 

02/05/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, ­ February 5, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from January 15, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $            

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              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

O1) Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1044, an Ordinance creating and enacting Section 7-03-05.1 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to removal of snow and ice from sidewalk, and repealing Section 23-15 of the Valley City Municipal Code (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              Erickson            Carlsrud

Resolution

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2173, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule to Include Penalties for Violation of V.C.M.C. 7-03-05, Relating to Unlawful Removal of Snow, Slush or Ice. (City Attorney Martineck)
Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

R2) Approve Resolution No. 2174, a Resolution Approving Contract between the City of Valley City and Western Area Power Administration for Roles & Duties Related to Transmission Operator Services and Approving Transmission Operator Procedure (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R3) Approve Resolution No. 2175, a Resolution Amending Paving Improvement No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE) (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Powell              Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R4) Approve Resolution No. 2176, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications, and Estimate of Probable Costs for Paving Improvement District No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE) (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Erickson            Carlsrud

R5) Approve Resolution No. 2177, a Resolution Declaring Necessity of Improvements for Paving Improvement District No. 119-B (2nd Avenue NE from 5th Street NE to 7th Street NE) (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) Consider approving Preliminary & Design Engineering Agreement for Paving Improvement District No. 119B with KLJ in an amount not to exceed $42,500 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Powell              Carlsrud

N2) Consider 6 month extension for Brockopp Brewing, LLC pursuant to V.C.M.C. 4-01-11(1.b.iii) (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Erickson           Magnuson            Carlsrud

N3) Consider Renaissance Zone Authority Board recommendation for 5 year income tax exemption and 5 year property tax exemption for Rehabilitation at 114 E Main Street by Brockopp Brewing, LLC, and designate it as VC-115 (Renaissance Zone Authority Board)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

N4) Consider Visitors Committee recommendation for Image Enhancement Grants for Brockopp Brewing, LLC (Bobby Koepplin)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Erickson           Magnuson            Carlsrud

N5) Consider Visitors Committee recommendation to change the project plan for $7,500 from the Reserved Streetscape Project Funds for the Chamber of Commerce (Bobby Koepplin)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N6) Approve accepting bid for 2019 Police vehicle (Police Chief Hatcher)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

01/03/2019 Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Thursday, January 3, 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall

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

Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Building/Fire Inspector Andersen, Fire Chief Magnuson, , Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

President Carlsrud called to order at 5:00 PM.

Swear In City Attorney Carl Martineck

President Carlsrud swore in City Attorney Martineck.

Swear in Fire Chief Scott Magnuson

President Carlsrud swore in Fire Chief Magnuson.

Approval of Agenda

No changes to the agenda.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from December 18, 2018 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,442,328.31
  3. Approve Raffle Permits for District 24 GOP, Sharp Shooter Showdown

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution No. 2169, a Resolution Approving Plat of Legacy West Townhomes Planned Unit Development Addition

City Attorney Martineck stated this Resolution updates the Planned Unit Development previously filed so that it is now platted. Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of this plat. Commissioner Erickson moved to approve Resolution No. 2169, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2170, a Resolution Approving Plat of Sorensen Subdivision

City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of this plat. The plat corrects the alley and addresses property line issues. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2170, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Approve Conditional Use Permit for Brockopp Brewing, LLC

City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit to allow manufacturing in the business district. Commissioner Powell moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Brockopp Brewing, LLC, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Conditional Use Permit for Just Kidding Childcare Center, LLC at 913 Riverview Drive

City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit with two conditions to include a fence on the southwest corner of the property and designate a drop-off area with appropriate signage. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Just Kidding Childcare Center, LLC, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Conditional Use Permit for First Church of the Nazarene at 320 Central Avenue South

City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for First Church of the Nazarene, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Awarding KLJ the Construction Engineering Contract for Streetscape I, Central Avenue from Main Street to 12th St N, Project No. UGP-SU-2-990(057) PCN 22043

City Administrator Schelkoph reported a RFP was conducted for the construction engineering for Streetscape I with one firm submitting a response. NDDOT stated this is sufficient for their requirements. President Carlsrud inquired if the City will qualify for NDDOT funding with one submission. City Administrator Schelkoph confirmed the City will.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve awarding the Construction Engineering Contract to KLJ, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Roll Call: Magnuson: aye; Erickson: nay; Powell: aye; Bishop: nay; Carlsrud: aye. Motion carried.

Consider accepting building plan for Garage Addition at Transfer Station and accepting quote in the amount of $145,262 from Enterprise Sales

City Administrator Schelkoph reported through the GSA contract system, the City has received a quote in the amount of $145,262 from Enterprise Sales for the Garage Addition at the Transfer Station. Commissioner Bishop reviewed the items not included in the contract. Schelkoph stated land preparation will be completed by VCPW.

Commissioner Erickson moved to accept the building plan and approve quote for Garage Addition at Transfer Station from Enterprise Sales, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph had no report.

City Updates & Commission Reports

City Auditor Richter invited the public to attend a Retirement Party for Fire Chief Gary Retterath from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Friday, January 4.

Fire Chief Magnuson asked the public to avoid the ice on the river during the warm cycle. Magnuson thanked those in attendance for their support.

City Administrator Schelkoph stated Chuck Coghlan retired after 23 years at the Transfer Station and thanked him for his service.

Commissioner Erickson welcomed City Attorney Martineck and Fire Chief Magnuson to the City.

Commissioner Bishop thanked City crews for work during the snow event and thanked VCFD and VCPD for their work.

Commissioner Magnuson welcomed City Attorney Martineck and Fire Chief Magnuson.

President Carlsrud thanked the Electrical Department for keeping the lights on.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:24 PM.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City

01/15/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of allegiance (please stand)

Main Street Initiative Proclamation

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from January 3, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Barnes County Ducks Unlimited

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              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.

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution No. 2171, a Resolution Approving Engineers Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Construction Cost for Paving Improvement District No. 119 (KLJ)
    Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud
  2. Approve Resolution No. 2172, a Resolution Declaring the Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 119 (KLJ)
    Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson      Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Consider accepting Project No. SU-2-990(056)060, 7th St SE Mill & Overlay (Paving Improvement District No. 114) (KLJ)
    Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud
  2. Consider accepting Project No. UGP-SU-2-990(055)059, 3rd Ave SE Reconstruction (Paving Improvement District No. 115) (KLJ)
    Roll Call:          Powell              Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud
  3. Approve increasing Public Works AMI meter Opt-Out Fee (City Administrator Schelkoph)
    Roll Call:          Erickson           Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn