ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – Begins July 20, 2026

Posted on July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 by Kari Bodine

As part of the Valley City Public Schools New School project, crews will be installing underground water and sanitary sewer utilities beneath 12th Street NE.

To safely complete this work, 12th Street NE and the adjacent shared-use path will be closed to all vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic between 2nd Ave NE and 5th Ave NE. No through traffic of any kind will be allowed in the work zone during construction.

Closure Begins: Monday, July 20, 2026

Estimated Reopening: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

• Traffic will be detoured via 9th Street NE. Please follow all posted detour signs.

• Access to 2nd Ave NE will remain available from the west via 12th Street NE.

• 12th Street NE between Central Ave N and 2nd Ave NE will remain open to local traffic only, including residents, businesses, deliveries, and emergency vehicles.

We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure work is completed. Please use caution when traveling near the construction area and allow extra time for your commute.

5.24.26 Project Update – Sanitary Sewer Reline Project

Posted on May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 by Kari Bodine

CC Steel will be working on Sunday, May 24, 2026 on Central Avenue between 2^nd St N and 4^th St N south of the Valley City Jr./Sr. High School. The work on Sunday is planned to minimize impacts to businesses downtown. Work will begin after 8 am and will be completed by the end of the day.

The school has been notified. Attendees to the VCPS High School Graduation are encouraged to use either 2^nd Ave NW or 2^nd Ave NE to access the school.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

Sanitary Sewer 72 – Reline Project

Posted on April 22, 2026April 22, 2026 by Kari Bodine

Work on Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 72 began in 2025 and has now resumed in 2026. Proposed work includes relining of existing clay tile sanitary sewer mains and rehabilitation of existing brick sanitary manholes. A map showing the locations of the work is included. Streets will remain open during this work with minor delays.

In addition, a point repair will be completed in the alley behind the old NuCara Pharmacy building. This work will require the alley to be closed starting Monday, April 27^th for approximately a week for the excavation and repairs to be made. The alley will be surfaced temporarily with gravel until concrete can be placed later in May. Dumpsters will be temporarily relocated to the streets by Valley City Public Works. Additional information regarding future closures will be posted at a later date.

If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact KLJ at (701)845-4980.

Shared Use Path Update

Posted on October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 by Kari Bodine

The City of Valley City is excited to share that construction has been completed on the 10-foot-wide concrete sidewalk/shared-use path along Wintershow Road. A shared-use path is a paved trail designed for both pedestrians and bicyclists, making it safer and easier for everyone to get around. This segment will run from 8th Avenue SW to approximately 2nd Avenue SW near AgCountry Farm Credit Services.

Prior to this project, there were no sidewalks or other pedestrian facilities along this section of Wintershow Road. This area is home to destinations that attract both foot and bicycle traffic, including the Winter Show building, Medicine Wheel Park, apartment complexes, hotels, restaurants, businesses, and a church. Once complete, the path will connect southeast Valley City neighborhoods—including three large apartment complexes—to the existing sidewalk system along 8th Avenue SW. This provides direct, safe access to gas stations, athletic fields, Washington Elementary School, and the Gaukler Family Wellness Center.

This project is part of a larger vision to create a connected trail network in Valley City that promotes safe routes and encourages healthy, active lifestyles. It is the first of two planned projects along Wintershow Road, with the second phase—extending the shared-use path from 8th Avenue SW to 5th Avenue SE—scheduled for 2026. Funding for these projects comes from the NDDOT’s Transportation Alternatives Program, with local matching funds provided by the City’s Tourism and R&R Funds.

Construction Notice – Wednesday, September 10

Posted on September 9, 2025September 9, 2025 by Kari Bodine

Construction Notice – Wednesday, September 10

To ensure safety and minimize traffic disruption, Valley City Public Works will be making road repairs at the intersection of Main St E & 2nd Ave NE on Wednesday, September 10, starting at 6:00 AM.

Work is expected to take 1–2 hours. The road will remain open to traffic during this time, but drivers are encouraged to use alternative routes if possible.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

Construction Notice from Barnes County

Posted on September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 by Kari Bodine

Construction Notice from Barnes County – A portion of Barnes County 17 South will be closed for a culvert replacement beginning on Tuesday, September 9th at 7:30 a.m. with a tentative reopening of 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10th.

No detour will be provided. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes.

8.25.2025 Construction Notice – Seal Coat

Posted on August 27, 2025August 28, 2025 by Kari Bodine

**UPDATE – SEAL COAT**

The start of the seal coat work has been delayed. Work is still anticipated to start in parts of the northeast and northwest the evening of Tuesday, August 26th, 2025. Work in the other areas will continue throughout the remainder of the week. Please pay attention to no parking and/or parking lot closures. Please contact KLJ at (701)845-4980 with any questions.

Construction Notice – Paving Improvement Districts 129 & 132 (Seal Coat)

Seal coat work on Paving Improvement District 129 & 132 is scheduled to begin the week of August 25th-29th. Work is tentatively scheduled to begin on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 and finish on Friday, August 29th, 2025, weather pending. No parking signs will be installed a minimum of 48 hours prior to the start to accommodate this work. The parking restriction only applies to daylight hours on the days the seal coat work is scheduled (6 am – 10 pm). Residents will have access to their homes and driveways. Intermittent interruptions are to be expected while driving on these streets but should be short.

The following City parking lots will be closed during the seal coat work (see map). These lots will be closed the morning of the seal coat work and reopened by the end of the day. Parking lot restrictions will only be in effect for one day. It is currently anticipated that this work will be completed on Tuesday, August 26th but is subject to change.

• Our Saviors Lutheran Church (Behind Central Ave Pharmacy/Valley Officeworks)

• Parking Lot in Southeast Corner of 2nd Ave NW/3rd St NW (Old Bloom N Craft lot)

• North of Post Office

• City Hall Parking Lot

• Veterans Memorial Park Lot

• Lot west of Senior Center

If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact KLJ at (701)845-4980.

Construction Notice – Shared Use Path

Posted on August 14, 2025August 29, 2025 by Kari Bodine

The City of Valley City is excited to share that construction is underway on a new 10-foot-wide concrete sidewalk/shared-use path along Wintershow Road. A shared-use path is a paved trail designed for both pedestrians and bicyclists, making it safer and easier for everyone to get around. This segment will run from 8th Avenue SW to approximately 2nd Avenue SW near AgCountry Farm Credit Services.

Work began a few weeks ago with traffic control setup and utility locates. This week, crews have started grading and preparing the area for the aggregate base, with concrete placement tentatively scheduled to begin the week of August 18. The project is on track for completion by September 13, 2025.

Currently, there are no sidewalks or other pedestrian facilities along this section of Wintershow Road. This area is home to destinations that attract both foot and bicycle traffic, including the Winter Show building, Medicine Wheel Park, apartment complexes, hotels, restaurants, businesses, and a church. Once complete, the path will connect southeast Valley City neighborhoods—including three large apartment complexes—to the existing sidewalk system along 8th Avenue SW. This will provide direct, safe access to gas stations, athletic fields, Washington Elementary School, and the Gaukler Family Wellness Center.

Sanitary Sewer Public Meeting

Posted on July 24, 2025August 28, 2025 by Kari Bodine

Notice of Public Meeting:

Tonight, July 24th, 2025, at 5:15PM at City of Valley City, City Hall
220 3rd Street NE, Valley City, North Dakota.

To discuss the proposed Sanitary Sewer Improvement District 72 Project in Valley City, North Dakota. The proposed project would consist of Sanitary Sewer Main Relining and Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation.

Construction Notice – Paving Improvement District 128 – 2nd Ave NW, 4th St NW/NE and 3rd St NW Street Reconstruction

Posted on October 17, 2024August 29, 2025 by Kari Bodine

Phase 2: 2nd Ave NW from 2nd St NW to 4th St NW continues to be closed. This closure is anticipated to be in effect until late October.

No detour route for motorized vehicles will be provided. Signing for temporary pedestrian access routes will be provided for the duration of the project.

Beginning Friday, October 18th, 2024, the intersection of 2nd Ave NW and 2nd St NW will be closed for paving. This closure is anticipated to be in effect until Thursday, October 24th, 2024.

Updated maps for all road closures will be posted on the City of Valley City’s webpage https://www.valleycity.us/engineers when they are taking affect. If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact Chad Petersen, KLJ Project Manager, at (701)-845-4980.