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10.17.2023 Commission Minutes

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CALL TO ORDER

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

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

Member absent: Commissioner Magnuson.

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

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Add Resolution 2426

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.  Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the October 3, 2023 Finance and Commission Meetings, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.  Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Approve Application for Use of National Guard Building. Schindler Events. Nov 30 – Dec 3, 2023.

Approve Application for Contractor License. Priority Contracting, Fargo ND.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.  Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1142, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 1-01-16 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Purchasing.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No 1143, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 4-01-01 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Owners of Premises Licensed for Retail Sale of Alcoholic Beverages.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No 1144, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 14-35-12 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Enforcement of Parking Tickets.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 1145, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-11 of the VCMC related to disposition of owner-surrendered animals.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 1146, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 15-05-01 and 15-05-04 of the VCMC related to use of City Dumpsters. 

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

Approve Resolution 2422. A Resolution establishing new rates to provide the receipts to fund necessary operations and expenses of the electric utility department of the Public Works Department of the City of Valley City for 2024.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Approve Resolution 2423. A Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule. This Resolution amended the Master Fee Schedule with an updated pricelist for Fire Extinguisher Service and Materials and a $50.00 fee for a Zoning Compliance Letter.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2424. A resolution approving plat of Sheyenne Valley School Addition.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve with conditions presented being met, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2425, a Resolution to Sell Real Property at Private Sale. NDDOT is purchasing approximately 1000 square feet to expand it’s right of way for the purpose of additional drainage along I-

94. The purchase price is $650.00 for a portion of the NW ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 29, Township 140N, Range 58W, in Barnes County.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2426, a Resolution Establishing Rates and Fees for Solid Waste Service.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Property Buyout of 446 8th Ave NE for $94,600 which is 110% of the assessed value of $86,000.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve with conditions presented, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

Request for Funding Considerations from the Valley City-Barnes County Development Corporation.

  1. Approval to redirect funds already approved and to add an additional $62,500.00 in funds.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

  • Use a dollar for dollar match and make this available to more Employers in the area when hiring and bringing new people to Valley City and Barnes County.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

  • Annual request for small projects that the VCBCDC handles throughout the year.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

  • Funds are used for Parks in the Area and Community projects.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Site Authorization for North Dakota Winter Show at the ND Winter Show Event Center South Exhibit Building in December 2023 and March 2024.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Phase 2 NW Storm Sewer Reconstruction Project (Paving 126, Sanitary 68, Storm Sewer 55 and Water Main 104). This project will start in 2024 but with the long lead time in ordering materials, they would like to get started as soon as possible.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call:          Bishop-aye       Erickson-nay    Gulmon-aye     Carlsrud-aye    Motion passed.

Approve 2023 Valley City Urban Limits Boundary Map. Looking for approval from the City Commission as the North Dakota DOT has already looked at this and is now out for review from Federal Highway in parallel to the approval from the City Commission.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit Application for Brockopp Brewing LLC, on October 21 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford talked about the base layer of pavement that was laid. This is just the first step. Still waiting for the lowering of the vaults before Border States returns to complete the project. Mr. Wick shared with City Administrator Crawford that most of the materials they were waiting for are in and that they are planning on starting installation. He will update again prior to the November 7, 2023 Finance and Commission Meeting.

Fire Chief Magnuson reported on the Active Shooter Training Drill that will be happening on October 18. Last week was Fire Prevention Week and several tours were given to the Kids in the Community. The Fire Department will also be out on Halloween giving glow stick to the Trick or Treaters.

Police Chief Horner talked about the Active Shooter Training as well. Roads around the High School and Rec Center will be blocked off between 1:00PM to 4:00PM. They hope to have everything completed by the end of the day. Looking forward to showing where the Department excels and what they learn from the training. 

Commissioner Gulmon thanked everyone who assisted in the planning of this Active Shooter Training. Looking forward to seeing the results.

Mayor Carlsrud gave a big thank you to all the employees.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:44 P.M.

11.13.2023 Mayor’s Message

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 NEWS & NOTES

11/13/2023

  • Hello Everybody,
  • Thank you to the Chamber team and its Members for facilitating “Save a Buck, Spend Some Doe” over the weekend.  It was fun seeing the people uptown visiting, smiling and shopping.
  • The Barnes County Food Pantry needs your help as many Barnes County people are in need of assistance.  Currently, the need for food is pressuring the amount of food in stock.  Donations of food or money can be delivered to the Barnes County Senior Center.  Please help.
  • Recycle for more reasons than our environment as Valley City’s costs for hauling our garbage to a landfill will be seeing significant increases.   That said, please recycle all eligible material, especially cardboard, to minimize costs. 
  • Saturday the VCSU Football Vikings hosted Waldorf University.  It was a beautiful day we sometimes don’t see in November, with some clouds and splashes of sunlight that still provided a bit of warmth though only about 37 degrees.
  • Thank you to all the high school and university students who competed in the fall activities.  Years from now, you’ll be glad you did.
  • Please remember having a pet is a responsibility and picking up its fecal matter is up to all of us ……. We can do better.
  • In case you find yourself feeling “bummed” too often, help is available, use it.  Getting help is a sign of strength and you will be able to enjoy life again.  There are many Blessings out there yet to be realized.
  • We thanked Veterans on Veterans Day, consider thanking them all year!
  • Valley City Garbage Service:  Please bag and tie materials placed in the containers to keep yours clean.  Be sure to place your container with the handle toward the house so the truck can empty it for you.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “Gratitude and attitude are not challenges; they are choices.”                    ~ Robert Braathe, Country Living                    

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

11.6.2023 Mayor’s Message

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 NEWS & NOTES

11/6/2023

  • Hi Folks,
  • November 11th, 2023 Veterans Day will be observed.  On Veterans Day we honor those who made the choice to place themselves in harms way while ensuring our freedoms.  Regardless of their branch of service, where duty takes them, whether they served in conflict or peacetime, all who wear this country’s uniform know liberty comes at immense costs.  How about taking a minute to say “thank you” to a veteran?
  • This is an exciting time as fall activities are culminating seasons with Championship meets, games and matches.  Check your favorite school’s calendar so you can follow its progress.  Enjoy!
  • It is also an exciting time for deer hunters as the gun season, which is almost a state holiday, opens Friday the 10th!  As Del Tibke use to say, “Obey the rules and enjoy the great outdoors”.
  • North Dakota League of Cities (NDLC) Executive Director, Matt Gardner, wrote about some highlights from the NDLC’s Annual Conference.  A couple points he felt to be important were engaging constituents in the NDLC Mission, networking and activities along with achieving a work-life balance.  It is as important, sometimes more so, to schedule “you time” like you would schedule any other meeting; think about it.  Thanks for all you folks do Matt.
  • Information received last week shows Valley City’s Municipal Power Supply is 89% carbon-free and 73% renewable.  Working towards “green”, Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) has reduced its carbon intensity by about 52% during the last 20 years.
  • “Save a Buck, Spend Some Doe”; visit Chamber Member Stores to find the “buck figurines” and an opportunity to win one of five $100.00 Chamber Buck prizes.  Want more? Email: chamber@valleycitychamber.com.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost; all is lost.”                    ~ Billy Graham                     

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

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11.7.2023 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

3:30 PM

 The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 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/82143731665 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 821 4373 1665

Call to Order

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
    1. Sanitation Department
    1. Water Department
    1. Electric Department
    1. Fire Department
      1. Fire Extinguisher Report
      1. Dangerous Buildings
    1. Police Department
    1. Street Department
    1. Administration
  2. Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (Finance Director Klein)
  3. RFQ – New Service Center – (City Administer Crawford)
  4. Update on Viking Trailer Court – (City Administer Crawford)
  5. Red River Water Supply Project- (President Carlsrud)
  6. PFP Update – (City Administer Crawford)
  7. Discuss Special Assessment Cap for Paving Reconstruction Projects – (Finance Director Klein)
  8. Digital Signage Update – (Commissioner Magnuson)

Adjourn

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11.7.2023 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, November 7, 2023
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 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/81167754418 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  811 6775 4418.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda (roll call vote needed when changes made to the agenda)

 Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the October 17, 2023 Commission Meetings.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Contractor License for Dirt Dynamics, Fargo ND
  2. Approve Raffle for Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals, 12/15/2023 at Handy Hardware
  3. Approve Raffle for ND Hereford Assn, 12/2/2023 at the ND Winter Show Building
  4. Approve Parade for VC Area Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights, 11/25/2023 @ 6pm
  5. Approve Block off the Street Application for the VC Area Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights, 11/25/2023 from 2pm until 9pm, Event is from 4pm until 9pm

Roll Call:          Gulmon            Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          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 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No 1145, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-11 of the VCMC related to disposition of owner-surrendered animals.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  •  Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No 1146, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 15-05-01 and 15-05-04 of the VCMC related to use of City Dumpsters.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

R1.   RES 2427   A Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 128 (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Magnuson        Bishop             Carlsrud

R2.   RES 2428    A Resolution Approving Final Plans, Specifications, and Estimate of Probable Costs and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids for Paving Improvement District No. 128, Watermain Improvement District No. 105, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 69. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Gulmon            Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

R3.   RES 2429   A Resolution Approving Urban Limits Boundary for City of Valley City. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

R4.   RES 2430   A Resolution Approving Use of Construction Management At-risk Delivery Method for New Public Works Service Center. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

NB1.   Approve Preliminary & Design Engineering Task Order for Project No. UGP-2-990(068), PCN 24181-2025 Urban Grant Reconstruction Project. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Magnuson        Bishop             Carlsrud

NB2.   Approve RFQ for Architect for Pre-Design Services. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon            Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB3.   Approve MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with VCSU for Emergency Management. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB4.    Approve MOU with VCSU for Campus Safety. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

10.30.2023 Mayor’s Message

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 NEWS & NOTES

10/30/2023

  • Hi Everybody,
  • I hope you all had fruitful & safe weekends.  Usually I have been better prepared for snow, but this year I was still thinking leaf pick up and lawn mowing when the snow ambushed me!
  • Tuesday is Halloween.  Though the weather forecast isn’t the best, there will be people out “Trick or Treating” and driving around so please everyone, be extra careful.
  • Thank you to Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) for bringing an Area Meeting for North Dakota Municipal Power Cities to Valley City last week.  A team of MRES Employees shared information concerning reliable, clean energy, cybersecurity, legislative issues, finance, member services and more.
  • At the federal legislative level, power transmission and permitting are important issues for us.  With wind, solar and other new power generation, more transmission line are needed as they are the “highways” to our homes and businesses.  Transmission is expensive though a good investment to offset some power costs.  One plan for transmission construction in our region is estimated to be about $10.3 Billion!
  • Financially MRES is healthy and maintains an Aa2 Moody Investors Service bond rating which also helps keep our power rates competitive.  The MRES Customer Service Team is continually researching grants along with providing scholarships and rebates.  Research “Bright Energy Solutions” at                                            https://www.brightenergysolutions.com/  
  • Happy 120th birthday to the Valley City – Barnes County Library and the Carnegie Library Building.  Thank you to all the people who have contributed to the wellbeing of both library and building.  Please see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f0MEmxAhM4
  • When shopping, be sure to visit Chamber Member Stores to find the “buck figurines” and the opportunity to win one of five $100.00 Chamber Buck prizes.  For more information, email chamber@valleycitychamber.com.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “The best sermons are lived, not preached.”    ~ Western Quotes                     

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

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10.3.2023 Commission Minutes

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CALL TO ORDER

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

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

Others: City Attorney Martineck, City Administrator Crawford, Finance Director Klein, Administrative Assistant Hintz

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Move N1 and Oath of Office. Add N6. And N7.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the minutes from the September 18, 2023, Commission Meeting and the September 26, 2023, Special Meeting Commission Meeting, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director.

Approve 2023-2024 Application for Contractor License for Allstar Construction Residential Operating Company, LLC. Contingent on Insurance Certificate listing Valley City as certificate holder. 

Approve 2023-2024 Renewal Application for Contractor License for Scherbenske Inc.

Approve Raffle Application for St. Catherines School Fall Auction on November 11, 2023 at the Valley City Eagles.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.  Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Appoint Chief of Police Nicholas Horner.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Roll Call Vote:

Erickson – Nay   Bishop – Aye    Magnuson – Aye    Gulmon – Aye    Carlsrud – Aye

OATH OF OFFICE

President Carlsrud swore in Nicholas Horner as Police Chief.

PUBLIC HEARING

Public Hearing Regarding Special Assessment Projects:

Paving Improvement District No 123, Water Main Improvement District No 102, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No 66 – 6 St NW Reconstruction

Paving Improvement District No 124 – 12 St N Mill & Overlay

Paving Improvement District No 122 – East Main St Seal Coat

President Carlsrud declared the public hearing open.

There were no protests.

Commissioner Magnuson motioned to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No 123, Water Main Improvement District No 102, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No 66, Paving Improvement District No 124, and Paving Improvement District No 122.

Commissioner Bishop motioned to approve assessments as presented, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1141, an Ordinance Adopting the 2024 City Budget.

Finance Director Klein reviewed the updated value of a mill computed by the county which is $22,546.00. Increased the amount levied for the Library by $1000.00, new amount for the Library is $181,600.00. Total amount levied is $1,735,000.00.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 1142, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 1-01-16 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Purchasing. City Attorney Martineckstated that this policy needs to be put into code to have the force of law backing it. By putting our policy into code, it allows Valley City to continue to do what we are already doing.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No 1143, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 4-01-01 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Owners of Premises Licensed for Retail Sale of Alcoholic Beverages. City Attorney Martineck explained that the definition of “Owner” should be removed from code. There is no reason to have it defined.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No 1144, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 14-35-12 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Enforcement of Parking Tickets. City Attorney Martineck discussed the changes to the current Parking Ticket Enforcement and the proposed changes in this Ordinance.  

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

Approve Resolution 2420, A Resolution Approving Engineers Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans Specification and Estimate of Probable Costs for Paving Improvement District No. 128, Watermain Improvement District No. 105 and Sanitary Improvement District No. 69. Engineer Petersen reported that this is the resolution part of the project for Special Assessments.  Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2421, A Resolution Declaring Necessity of Improvements in Paving Improvement District No. 128. Engineer Petersen reported that this will start the 30-day protest period of the project. There will be a public informational meeting held during this period.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,862,579.66.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion approved unanimously.

Approve Site Authorization for ND Wildlife Federation at the VC Eagles on April 6,2024.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion approved unanimously.

Approve First Addendum to Landfill Use Agreement with VC.

Public Works/Account Manager Jacobson reported on the Landfill Use Agreement with Fargo. This will extend our current agreement while we work through this search.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion approved unanimously.

Approve Cost-Share Agreement with the Department of Water Resources Consolidating Permanent Flood Protection Projects. Finance Director Klein explained that this is just a consolidation of the current projects.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion approved unanimously.

Approve Change Orders for 2nd Ave NE/3rd St NE Reconstruction Project # SU-CRP-CPU-2-990(062). City Administrator Crawford discussed the change orders for this project. The electric utility manholes that needed to be replaced, these funds, $24,630.00, will come out of the Electric Fund. $13,770.00 for the drainage modifications near the Police Department. The current drainage needed to be corrected and joined into the storm sewer system. The final change orders for $18,602.00 are the vaults found in the sidewalk area by the ARC.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion approved unanimously.

Approve Change Order No. 2 for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59.

City Administrator Crawford shared that after receiving more information on the project we are looking at decreasing 12 days of LDs and approving the change orders for $11,016.97.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion approved unanimously.

CITY ADMINSTRATOR REPORT

Congratulations to the Electric Department who received the 2023 WattStar Award at the MRES Conference for their Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration in Valley City.  Mr. Wick reported that there is progress in the area at Viking Court, the contractor should complete the installation in 2 – 3 weeks once all the supplies are available. An update was given on the street project happening on 2 Ave NE.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

With the appointment of Chief Horner and another Officer leaving, the Valley City Police Department is now down 2 Officers and will be hiring. ChiefHorner will be covering shifts until the positions are filled.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

Fire Chief Magnuson wanted to remind all that Fire Prevention Week starts on October 8. Please check your smoke detectors and remember to Thank a Fire Fighter or First Responder for all that they do as well as their Families and Employers. Battle of the Badges will be taking place October 10 and 11 at Stoudt/Miller. Donate and vote Team Fire!

Police Chief Horner wants to remind all to be safe and alert as people are out and about trying to enjoy this last bit of nice weather. Battle of the Badges, donate and vote Team Law!

Engineer Petersen updated on the project currently taking place on 2nd Ave NE.

Engineer Eslinger reported that they did receive a signed contract from the Department of Environmental Quality for the water service line inventory. Moore will be working on that inventory.

Commissioner Gulmon gave a short review of the financials through August 31.  Sales tax is down compared to 2022.

Commissioner Bishop welcomed Nick and sent thanks to all the Fire fighters.

Commissioner Magnuson congratulated Nick and gave a thank you to the committee that gave their time to interview and find our new Police Chief.

President Carlsrud again welcomed and Congratulated Nick. Gave a thank you to those that served on the search committee for all your time. To all of the Employees thank you and proud of the work you do. Thank you to the Commissioners for their time.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 4:44 PM.

10.23.2023 Mayor’s Message

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 NEWS & NOTES

10/23/2023

  • Hello Folks,
  • Congratulations to Dale Sather from our Valley City Public Works (VCPW).  At the North Dakota Water & Pollution Control Conference, Dale received the American Public Works Association’s “Outstanding Individual in Public Works Award”.  It was fun that Gabe Schell, from Valley City & now Bismarck, presented Dale’s award.
  • Halloween is near & there will be “Trick or Treaters” on the streets, please be careful.  There will be “Trunk or Treat” type events also.  Check media outlets for specifics.
  • Good news on construction.  You undoubtably noticed 2nd Avenue NE has some blacktop and it is certainly nice being rid of the dust around there.  Progress, thank you.
  • Summers in the city are busy with construction projects, budgeting, O&M, securing project funding and the like.  Thank you to all our city employees for going the “extra mile” during these extra busy times.  Please say “Thank you” to a city employee.
  • Thank you to our Valley City Police Department (VCPD) and all who work keeping us safe.  With these changing times, being a police officer is even more challenging than in the past.  Please say “Thank you” to a police officer.
  • Thank you to our Valley City Fire Department (VCFD), all the volunteers and their families who bring it all together providing fire protection and other emergency services.  Please say “Thank you” to a firefighter.
  • Thank you to the team of clergy in our area who provide comfort and spiritual guidance to so many in times of need.  Please say “Thank you” to a clergy person.
  • Thank you to our City & County Commissioners who arrange time in their lives to serve our community, county and you citizens.  Please say “thank you” to City & County Commissioners.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “Don’t give up on your dreams or your dreams will give up on you.”    ~ John Wooden                     

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

10.16.2023 Mayor’s Message

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 NEWS & NOTES

10/16/2023

  • Hi Everybody,
  • With our nice fall weather more people are walking, running and biking.  However, with more hours of darkness and distracted drivers, it is IMPERATIVE you wear “Hi-Vis” clothing.  Be safe, “Go Hi-Vis”.
  • The Valley City Barnes County Library is hosting Joelle Bearstail October 17th, 5:00 at the library.  Joelle is a mom, celebrated author of children’s books, educator and founder of “ImagiNative Inc”.  Stop in and visit with Joelle.
  • The Red River Water Supply Project (RRWSP) is a pipeline to bring water to eastern North Dakota during times of drought.  This is a huge project to be funded with federal, state and local dollars.  I will be sharing further as time goes, but for information now, see: http://www.rrvwsp.com/.
  • FUN, October 20 & 21 Valley City Parks and Recreation (VCPR) will offer numerous activities beginning with free movies Friday at Twin Cinema.  Saturday there is a Halloween Costume Fun Run/Walk, Spooky Spike Showdown and Park-tober Festival all to be taking place in Chautauqua Park.  
  • Many of us are cleaning our yards, flowerbeds and the like.  Please dispose properly; grass clippings, flower stems and small branches (4-inch diameter maximum) go to the west side of the Transfer Station 24/7 at no charge. PLEASE do not put those items in the garbage.  We have some great services available for our use, please respect them & use properly; thank you.
  • Valley City Public Works and MRES are partnering to offer incentives for energy-saving projects and products.  Residential and business customers are eligible and will also receive access to our Trade Ally contractors.  For further information, see Bright Energy Solutions at:  https://www.brightenergysolutions.com/members/valley-city-public-works.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “What you do with your family is more important than what you do for your family.”    ~ Pinterest – SAVETHECOWBOY.COM                      

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

8.29.2023 Special Planning and Zoning Minutes

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August 29th, 2023 MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING OF VALLEY CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Chair Mike Schell presided and called the meeting to order 4:00pm on Tuesday August 29th, 2023. Commissioners present: Dave Carlsrud, Jeff Erickson, Bill Carlblom, Tim Durheim

Absent: Jim Wright

Others: City Administrator, Gwen Crawford, City Attorney Carl Martineck, City Planner Joel Quanbeck, Assessor/Acting Secretary Tina Current, Building Inspector/Asst Fire Chief Lance Coit

Audience members: Quentin Murry

Public Hearing for Variance at 862 2nd ST SW – Quentin Murry

Chair Schell opened the public hearing.

Commissioner Bill Carlblom made a motion to close the public hearing. Seconded by commissioner Tim Durheim.

Quentin Murry spoke how he would like the variance to build a 30×60 garage.

City Planner Joel Quanbeck spoke about his findings. Quentin Murry is requesting a variance on the set back requirement and the requirements to rebuild.

Internal discussion was had.

 Commissioner Jeff Erickson made a motion to approve the variance seconded by Commissioner Tim Durhiem followed by roll call and unanimous board approval.

Adjourn

Chair Schell called for the meeting to close at 4:12pm.