Friday July 23rd VCPW has scheduled power outage in the Sheyenne Circle, Websters Subdivision, and Sunrise drive areas. The outage will last around 2 hours.
Owners have already been notified.
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CITY OF VALLEY CITY PUBLIC WORKS
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7.20.2021 Commission Agenda
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, July 20th 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://zoom.us/j/95905416796 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 959 0541 6796
Call To Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Approval of the Finance and Commission Minutes from the July 6th Meetings.
Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for Olauson Duct Cleaning.
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Carlsrud
Public Comments
Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting. The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.
- No personal attacks to persons present or not
- No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
- 5 minute maximum or as directed by the chair
- Thank you for participating in City Government.
PUBLIC HEARING
PH1. Open Public Hearing regarding Special Assessments Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 121 (City Auditor Richter)
Declare Public Hearing Open.
Close Hearing.
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
Approve Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improement district No. 121
Roll Call: Bishop Erickson Magnuson Gulmon Carlsrud
Ordinance
1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1087, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 14-12-02 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Permits for Vehicles of Excessive Size and Weight. (City Attorney Martineck)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
Resolution
1. Approve Resolution No. 2304, a Resolution Approving Engineer’s Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Cost for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera). (City Engineer)
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
2. Approve Resolution No. 2305, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Master Lift Station Upgrades Project. (City Engineer)
Roll Call: Bishop Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Carlsrud
3. Approve Resolution No. 2306, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding West End Lift Station Project. (City Engineer)
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Erickson Carlsrud
New Business
1. Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Boomers Corner Keg on August 13, 2021from 6:00 PM to 12:30 AM for the Debbie Gabel Memorial Event. (Finance Director Richter)
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Erickson Carlsrud
2. Consider Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Thrivent in the amount up to $2,850 for Storefront. (Bobby Koepplin)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Carlsrud
3. Approve 30 day notification to Leevers. (City Attorney Martineck)
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
4. Approve Transition Plan for City Assessor Position. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
5. Approve the Following Appointments: (Finance Director Richter)
a. Dick Gulmon-City County Health Board
b. Dewey Magnuson-VC Library Board
c. Tammy Jo Taft as VCSU Representative on the Visitor’s Committee.
Roll Call: Bishop Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Carlsrud
6. Consider Project Decisions for 6th Street NW Reconstruction (NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154). (City Engineer)
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Erickson Carlsrud
7. Approval to Purchase 63-3060062 for the assessed value of $12,500. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Carlsrud
8. Approve Site Authorization Renewal for the Valley City Twisters Gymnastics Inc. at Bridges Bar and Grill from 7/20/2021 to 6/30/2022. (Finance Director Richter)
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
9. Approve Hannah Field Parking Lot Plans. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Bishop Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Carlsrud
City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn
7.20.2021 Budget Agenda
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Thursday, July 20, 2021 at 7:00 AM CT, at City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.
The meeting is also available to view online https://zoom.us/j/97295012373 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 972 9501 2373
Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)
New Business
N1. Discuss 2022 Budget.
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
Adjourn
7.11.2021 Mayor’s Message
Hi Everybody,
- I hope your week has been safe & good with a little fun.
- Sue and I went to Medora with my brother and sister-in-law last week. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is truly one of our North Dakota “jewels”. We enjoyed the friendly people, park, the musical, Teddy Roosevelt Show”, “Legendary, A Campfire Tale” and numerous other things. Medora is one of many ND places to visit with family and friends. See: https://www.ndtourism.com/
- NOTE: Garbage containers and racks are only allowed on boulevards temporarily for “garbage pickup”. Please keep your boulevards “clean”. Thank you.
- “Participation is Essential to Self Government”. (Union Farmer) The United States is a system of self-government where citizens control, city, state & national through voting and participating. (Union Farmer) Participate in your local government by running for office or serving on committees. Volunteer for a committee by contacting City Hall. If you try serving and find it isn’t for you, you can always resign. Think about it.
- Trees need water and many Birch Trees are stressing. Take care of your tree(s) as you can make a difference, thank you.
- August 5th, be watching for “The Longest Table”. For details see: http://www.vclongesttable.org/
- Thank you to contributors again this week.
- “Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground” (Theodore Roosevelt) Blessings, Be Respectful, Be Kind and Pray,
Dave
6.28.2021 Special Commission Minutes
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 8:15 AM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Gulmon
Pledge of Allegiance (Please Stand)
New Business
Approve Raffle Permit for the Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway Foundation.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion carried.
Consider Possible Burn Ban/Fireworks Options.
Fire Chief Magnuson stated he had been in contact with Sue Lloyd, the Emergency Manager, and our thought with the recent rain to not do anything regarding the fireworks at this time.
Consensus was made to leave things as is right now.
Approve Third and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1085, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 08-07 and Section 11-05-11 and to repeal Title 13 of the Valley City Municipal Code re Mobile Park Regulations.
Commissioner Bishop requested this be added to next agenda when City Attorney Martineck would be present.
Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned at 8:23 AM.
6.15.2021 Commission Minutes
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Gulmon, City Administrator Crawford and City Attorney Martineck.
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
No Changes
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the June 1st meetings seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Approve Block off Street Request Along 4th Ave SW from 4th St. to 6th St. SW for On the Move Let’s Walk Valley City Event held on July 19th, 2021 from 5PM to 8 PM.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to close the hearing, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
public hearing
Public Hearing to Consider Development Plan and Developer’s Agreement for Valley Plains Equipment (Nextera Properties).
City Attorney Martineck stated the purpose is to discuss the Developer’s Agreement and Development Plan for Valley Plains. Essentially the Commission has to find that this is in the best interest for the City, mark this as appropriate for development and a TIF. The total value of the project with the land and the building will be $4.5 million. We would need $57,000/year from the TIF to repay our $500,000 to the BND at 2% over 10 years. The anticipated revenue from that property based on that value would be almost $62,000.
Finance Director Richter stated she has not received a building value and was hoping Aaron could fill us in.
Aaron Raap stated he is trying to guesstimate on what was spent on the building in Jamestown and what that’s valued at and doing a comparison in size. One of the things we need to consider too is the issues we are having getting building materials so not sure if it will be enclosed this fall. The plan is to get the site work, foundation and hope that the steel shows up but no one can tell me when that will be coming in. From a timing standpoint on the TIF we thought we should bring that up. The $4.5 million is a conservative estimate. I expect it to be even more than that.
Tracey Eslinger stated we are hearing there are delays in receiving some of the materials but it may be taken care of by the time this is all ready. We are hoping to have everything ready and reviewed by July with bidding possibly taking place end of July early August giving the contractor an opportunity to start this year and get services tied in for at least the water and sewer. If the project doesn’t need actual services until 2022, there would be an opportunity to do that work in 2022. Tracey also recommended to not limit the TIF. Any increase in the TIF will pay off the loan quicker.
President Carlsrud declared public hearing open.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to close the hearing, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion carried.
Approve Resolution 2303, a Resolution Approving Developer’s Agreement and TIF for Valley Plains Equipment (Nextera Properties).
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
Ordinance
Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1083, an Ordinance Approving the Annexation of Lot 2 Block 1 of Love’s Valley Addition.
City Attorney Martineck stated no change from the first reading.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
Approve Second and Final reading of Ordinance 1084, an Ordinance to Adopt and Enact section 12-01-11 of the Valley City Municipal Code re littering.
City Attorney Martineck stated no changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion carried.
Approve Second Reading of Ordinance 1085, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 08-07 and Section 11-05-11 and to repeal Title 13 of the Valley City Municipal Code re Mobile Park Regulations.
City Attorney Martineck stated as of right now there are no changes from the first reading but I did want to address the materials section 8-07-02. I was asked whether we should make changes to that section. The concern was about having a recreational vehicle or trailer in the front yard as long as it’s not impeding a line of site or blocking a sidewalk.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion carried.
Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1086, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 2 of Section 15-01-19 of the Valley City Municipal Code re Responsibility for Utility Service Lines.
City Attorney Martineck stated the intent is to make clear who owns the underground infrastructure.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion carried.
Resolution
Approve Resolution 2301, a Resolution Creating Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion carried.
Approve Resolution 2302, a Resolution Providing for the Issuance of City Sales Tax Revenue Bond, Series 2021, for the local share of Permanent Flood Protection.
Finance Director Richter stated back in December 2019 we asked for a loan for the local share for PFP from the State Water Commission and were approved for $3,676,600. We need to close on this loan and take a draw.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
Approve Resolution 2297, a Resolution Approving a Petition to Vacatate 15th Ave NE adjacent to Lots 4 & 5 of Block 1 of the Northern Pacific East Fourth.
City Attorney Martineck stated the Planning and Zoning Commission received a petition for the vacation. The property owners have reached an agreement to maintain that as a private road. The Planning and Zoning recommends approval.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
New Business
Approve to Submit Application to the Bank of ND for loan for Fire Hall Addition.
Finance Director Richter stated in May we submitted an application for a loan to the Rural Development Corporation and received approval for a $300,000 loan 2% 10 year loan with 1% origination fee. The 2021 legislation has broadened the infrastructure loan fund to the BND and it now included buildings. It is still 2% and we don’t have a maximum. I recommend we apply for a $500,000 loan for the fire hall addition and ask for a 20 year loan.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion carried.
Approve Appointment for the Following Committees and Terms:
a. Planning & Zoning Commission-1 opening, 5 year term
- Bobby Koepplin
b. Renaissance Zone Board-4 openings, 3 year term
- Tyler Marthaler
- Shannon Little Dog
- John Paul (JP) Jones
- Jeff Nathan
c. Special Assessment Commission-1opening, 6 year term
- Jim Knutson
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion carried.
Approve Quotes for Mill and Overlay on 2nd Ave SE.
Chad Petersen stated we received quotes from Border States and Strata. The engineer estimate was $70,112.50. Strata came in at $83,995 and $76,700, we recommend awarding the bid contract to Border States.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Motion carried
Approve Ending COVID 19 Emergency Resolution.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion carried.
City Administrator’s Report
City Administrator Crawford stated there is a lot of different pieces to the budget being discussed. We are also working through the policy manual so if there are any changes you would like to see send those in. The cleanup property has been a big learning curve for everyone because we are doing things the right way. We can tell word is getting out because people are coming to us and asking questions.
City Updates & Commission Reports
Finance Director Richter thanked those that volunteer their time for the various committees. It takes time out of their days and we appreciate it. The budget worksheets have been sent to the department heads.
PW Manager Jacobson reported the end of the second year of the recycling, the contract says he had to do 800 tons worth, we’re at 1266 tons. The garbage that we run to Fargo is slowly declining.
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the 7th Ave 2nd Ave projects. The 7th Ave project by Pucklich they got the curb and gutter in this week south of Main Street and worked on some of the sidewalk work. Next week they are supposed to do the curb and gutter on 2nd Ave NE. Once that is done and cleared out they should do the paving on 7th Ave including intersection of Main St. and 2nd Ave. As long as nothing happens we should have pavement back in place on Main Street before July 4th. After that time frame 2nd Ave should be pretty wrapped up other than the driveways and sidewalk work in that area and then we’ll start Phase II. Streetscape we have been working with the contractor on getting things prepared for Rally in the Valley.
Commissioner Magnuson reminded everyone of Rally in the Valley and the Fireman’s Dedication.
President Carlsrud advised everyone to be safe in the heat. Cleaning up properties is important. Please think before you throw stuff and dispose of it properly. Business’ dumpsters are private. They are rented and are to be used for that business only, it is a misdemeanor. I encourage you to take part in our committees. It is rewarding. Chris Berg from KVLY including Valley City in the Small Town Spotlight.
Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned at 5:50 P.M.
7.4.2021 Mayor’s Message
Hello,
- Hopefully you all have had a safe and enjoyable 4th of July weekend.
- Thank fully mosquitoes have been few in most places this year. Please drain puddles & empty containers holding water (maybe behind the garage?) to keep the numbers low.
- Check your TREES! Many Birch Trees are stressing … try water and many Maple Trees have Chlorosis. Please help them.
- A few people have asked about the aerobatic performances taking place north of town. We are one of only two North Dakota communities to have an “Aerobatic Box” where these performances can be seen. An Aerobatic Box is 2.5 miles wide & deep with a 10,000-foot ceiling north of our airport. Recently Aerobatic Competency Examiners, “ACE Pilots”, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) were here to certify aerobatic performance these pilots can perform. Specific performances are certified for this year’s air shows around the country. The two planes we see are the only ones in the nation, at this point, having jet engines in addition to the prop engines. We are of the very few who can see such planes and performances from our own homes. Enjoy them.
- I hope you folks have seen the wonderful projects our Beautification Committee has been doing around town. Thank you to all who have contributed to further beautifying Valley City. There are opportunities for you to help too; contact Sharon at (701)840.0973.
- There is new lighting on the City Park Footbridge. Thank you to our Electrical Department.
- July 12th @ 5:00 PM Magician Jonathan May performs at the Barnes County Library.
- August 5th, be watching for “The Longest Table”. For details see: http://www.vclongesttable.org/
- Thank you to contributors again this week.
- “Join hands instead of pointing fingers” (Larry Robinson) Blessings, Be Kind, Be Respectful and Pray,
Dave
7.6.2021 Commission Agenda
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, July 6th, 2021 at 5:00 PM CT, via Zoom.
Members of the public may view the meeting online https://zoom.us/j/96670258304 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 966 7025 8304
Call To Order
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Approval of the Commission Minutes from June 15th and June 28th Meetings.
Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
- Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $
- Approve Block off Street Request for the following:
- VCBCDC on Central Avenue from Wells Fargo to Valley Service and alleyways by the Vault and Nucara for Summer Nights on Central on August 12, 2021 and August 18th, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
- Chamber of Commerce for Crazy Daze on July 28th from 7 AM to 5 PM.
- Sheyenne Valley Community Foundation from Central Ave from 2nd Street to 4th Street including side streets and alleyways for the Longest Table on August 5, 2021 from 6 AM to 10 PM.
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Gulmon 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.
Ordinance
1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1086, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 2 of Section 15-01-19 of the Valley City Municipal Code re Responsibility for Utility Service Lines. (City Attorney Martineck)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Carlsrud
2. Approve Third and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1085, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 08-07 and Section 11-05-11 and to repeal Title 13 of the Valley City Municipal Code re Mobile Park Regulations. (City Attorney Martineck)
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Bishop Carlsrud
3. Approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 1087, an Oridinance to Amend and Reenact Section 14-12-02 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Permits for Vehicles of Excessive Size and Weight.
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Gulmon Carlsrud
Resolution
New Business
1. Approve Site Authorization Renewal for the North Dakota Winter Show from 7/1/2021 to 6/30/22. (Finance Director Richter)
Roll Call: Bishop Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Carlsrud
2. Approve Adding the $458,305.73 Refund from MRES to the 2021 Capital Budget for the new Public Works Service Center. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Erickson Carlsrud
3. Approve Request from VCBCDC for $150,000 to support a business retention/expansion project. (Finance Director Richter)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Bishop Gulmon Carlsrud
4. Approve using Covid Cares Funds for Speakers from Main St. to 4th St. N. (City Administrator Crawford)
Roll Call: Gulmon Erickson Magnuson Bishop Carlsrud
City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn
7.6.2021 Finance Agenda
The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, July 6th, 2021 at 2:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.
Members of the public may view the meeting online https://zoom.us/j/93612682161 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 936 1268 2161
Call to Order
Roll Call
Agenda items
- Commission Topics
a.Discuss Energy, Green & Base Load. (President Carlsrud)
2. Department reports.
3. Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (President Carlsrud)
4. Updated Information about Nextera. (City Administrator Crawford)
5. Quarterly Engineering Contract Fee Review. (City Administrator Crawford)
6. Discuss Reserving the $458,305.73 Refund from MRES for the New Public Works Service Center. (City Administrator Crawford)
7. Discuss Speakers for Central Ave. from Main Street to 4th Street North. (City Administrator Crawford)
8. Discuss Downtown Substation Upgrade. (Electrical Superintendent Senf)
9. Discuss Appointments to Planning and Zoning Commission. (City Attorney Martineck)
10. Year to Date Report of Fire Extinguisher business. (Fire Chief Magnuson)
11. Possible PFP Property Buyout. (City Administrator Crawford)
12. Leevers’ Parking Lot Restoration with 2023 Project. (City Administrator Crawford)
