The burn ban has been cancelled for Barnes County.
As a reminder, recreational fires should follow City rules and regulations. Current guidelines are available in the knowledge base.
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Construction Notice – Streetscape I – Central Avenue
Map providing detail for Phase 1, Phase 2, Traffic Signal and Lighting, Phase 3 and Phase 4 locations for the Streetscape/Concrete Pavement Repair
Phase 1: April 29 – June 6 on Central from Main Street to 3rd Street N
Construction has started on the Streetscape/Concrete Pavement Repair project on Central Avenue. The first phase of construction will include the segment from Main Street to 3rd Street N. The intersection of 2nd Street N will be closed during this work; however, the intersection of 3rd Street N will remain open. Phase 1 is scheduled to be completed by June 6, 2019. Central Avenue will then be open to traffic through Rally in the Valley.
Phase 2: June 17 – August 5 on Central from 3rd Street N to 5th Street N
Phase 2 of the project is scheduled to start on Monday, June 17, 2019. Central Avenue will be closed from 3rd Street N to 5th Street N. Both 3rd Street N and 4th Street N will be closed to traffic during this phase. Phase 2 is scheduled to be completed by August 5, 2019.
Phase 3: early August to middle of September at intersection of Main Street & Central Avenue
Phase 3 of the project is scheduled to start in early August and is tentatively scheduled to be completed by the third week of August. The final phase of construction includes concrete pavement repair in the intersection of Main Street and Central Avenue. This work is scheduled to be completed by the middle of September.
The new traffic signals and decorative lighting are tentatively scheduled to be installed in late September to mid-October. Additional updates will be provided as construction progresses. Any questions or concerns during construction should be addressed to KLJ at (701)845-4980.
Burn Ban in Effect
Due to the dry hot weather and the high fire danger and the upcoming red flag warning, a burn ban is in effect beginning noon April 25, 2019. Recreational fire burning (ie, in a fire pit) shall be prohibited during a Fire Ban. The Barnes County Commission has implemented a burn ban for 5 days and will re-address it at that time. Updates on this may come from the Barnes County Commission, the Valley City Fire Chief or the Barnes County Emergency Manager.
Arbor Day 2019 Proclamation
Arbor Day Proclamation
Whereas, In 1872 J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees, and
Whereas, This holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more than a million trees in Nebraska, and
Whereas, Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
Whereas, Trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, cut heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife, and
Whereas, Trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for our fires and countless other wood products, and
Whereas, Trees in our city increase property values, enhance the economic vitality at business areas, and beautify our community, and
Whereas, Trees, wherever they are planted, are a source of joy and spiritual renewal, and
Whereas, Valley City has been recognized as a Tree City USA by The National Arbor Day Foundation and desires to continue its tree‑planting ways,
Now, Therefore, I, Dave Carlsrud, President of the City of Valley City Commission, Valley City, North Dakota, do hereby proclaim MAY 3, 2019, as
ARBOR DAY
In the City of Valley City and I urge all citizens to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands and to support our city’s urban forestry program, and
FURTHER, I urge all citizens to plant trees to gladden the hearts and promote the wellbeing of present and future generations.
Dave Carlsrud, Mayor
April 16, 2019
Arbor Day Foundation Names 2018 Valley City Tree City USA
Valley City, ND was named a 2018 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management.
Valley City achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.
“Tree City USA communities see the impact an urban forester has in a community first hand,” said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Additionally, recognition brings residents together and creates a sense of community pride, whether it’s through volunteer engagement or public education.”
Trees provide multiple benefits to a community when properly planted and maintained. They help to improve the visual appeal of the neighborhood, increase property values, reduce home cooling costs, remove air pollutants and provide wildlife habitat, among many other benefits.
04/12/2019: Friday Garbage Pickup Cancelled
Friday, April 12, 2019 garbage pickup has been cancelled as city crews are unable to get around. Friday’s route will be picked up on Monday, April 15.
Updated: April 12-13, 2019 Snow Removal
Business, School & Emergency Route Snow Removal, Beginning April 12
Valley City Public Works crews will remove snow from businesses and school areas beginning Friday, April 12 at 12:01 AM. Crews will continue clearing snow until about 12:00 noon on Friday.
Residential Snow Removal, Beginning April 13
As of 3:00 PM Friday, there are about six blocks of windrows still on the streets. They have gotten wet and sticky and the blower will not blow them. We are going to leave them until midnight so that they freeze and will be redoing the business then also. The plows will finish Northwest residential section Saturday morning and continue clockwise until finished tomorrow.
Please use caution on city streets
Both City standing trucks are down and the City will borrow a sanding truck from the county. Please use caution when traveling on city streets, it is better to stay where you are and not travel today.
UPDATE: Transfer Station Closed
The Transfer Station will be closed Friday, April 12, 2019 and Saturday, April 13, 2019. Personnel are needed to help with snow removal.
5K Superhero Fun Run, Walk & Stroller Roll
Barnes County Social Services, NDSU Extension Program, City County Health, and APOC are working together to put together events during the month of April for Prevent Child Abuse Month! We have a 5K Superhero Fun Run, Walk, and Stroller Roll held on Saturday April 27th at Chautauqua Park beginning at 10am, we would love to see as many people, family and friends present at this event. We all work together to make Barnes County a safe and fun county. Registration fees: $20 – individual; $40 – family or business. Please join us by registering with the link below. For more information, see flyer.
Register at https://bit.ly/2FRHs0V.
City of Valley City Recognized for Safe Drinking Water Act Compliance
Public water systems are required by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) to take many actions to provide safe drinking water.
The SDWA was passed by Congress in 1974 to protect public health by regulating the nation’s public drinking (potable) water supplies. Over the years, there have been a number of changes to the Safe Drinking Water Act. These changes have made it more challenging to maintain compliance. The North Dakota Department of Health issues a Safe Drinking Water Act Certificate of Achievement as one way to recognize the public water systems that satisfied all applicable requirements during the previous calendar year.
In 2018, the City of Valley City complied with all applicable Safe Drinking Water Act requirements. To recognize this accomplishment, the North Dakota Department of Health issued the City of Valley City a Safe Drinking Water Act Certificate of Achievement.
The City of Valley City commends its water system staff, Wade Hesch and Sherry Keys, for a job well done from which its consumers benefited.