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03/28/2019 Special Commission Minutes

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Valley City Special Commission Proceedings
Thursday, March 28, 2019
5:30 PM, City Hall

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.

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

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

Resolution

Consider Resolution No. 2192, a Resolution Declaring Flood Emergency

City Administrator Schelkoph is expecting a 14 to 16’ flood stage, this is subject to change if there is a rain event. For financial reimbursement purposes, a flood emergency declaration is part of the process. The probabilistic forecast from March 11, 2019 is out of date. Lake Ashtabula is at 1257’ today. Schelkoph contacted National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks. The thaw-freeze cycle is favorable with flow expected to enter the Sheyenne at Warwick and along the Baldhill Creek due to snow pack. Schelkoph stated biggest risk is a rain event.

Schelkoph stated the City has been undergoing Permanent Flood Protection which reduces the number of sandbags needed. At 16 feet, the City will need 10,000 sandbags. Chad Petersen from KLJ stated 7,800 yards of clay will be needed. At 18’, 28,000 sandbags and 40,000 yards of clay is required.

Schelkoph state the City will follow the plans for storm gates and low roadways/bridges. [Foss] Music Building at VCSU requires no work at a 16’ flood. When help is needed from Army Corp of Engineers (USACOE), will call for help at that time.

Schelkoph recommended to the Commission to approve the emergency today and call for USACOE help at a later date if needed.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2192, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Resolution No. 2193, a Resolution Requesting Emergency Flood Assistance from USACOE

Schelkoph stated anything below 15’ flood state requires little response and the City can handle internally. If forecast is over 15’ feet, Schelkoph will ask Commission to review and consider the resolution at later date.

Steve Urness stated the stream gauges are viewable on newsdakota.com under “Water Watch.”

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:57 PM.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

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

03/19/2019 Commission Minutes

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Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, March 19, 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 joined the meeting at 5:02 PM.

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.

Proclamation Recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day

President Carlsrud read the proclamation recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29, 2019. Warren Ventsch, Al Schuldt, and Jim Verwey, members of the Valley City ND Cares Steering Committee were in attendance and recognized.

Approval of Agenda

Removal of Consent A.r. Sheyenne Mechanical.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from March 5, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor licenses for
    1. ASAP Electric
    2. Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.
    3. Bentson Electric
    4. Dakota Electric Construction Co., Inc.
    5. Differding Electric, LLC
    6. Enterprise Electric, Inc.
    7. Grotberg Electric, Inc.
    8. Grotberg Electric, Inc. dba Triton Mechanical
    9. Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
    10. Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.
    11. Jamestown Electric
    12. John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
    13. Keith’s Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating, Inc.
    14. Kohn Electric, LLC
    15. Kollman Furnace Repair
    16. Peterson Mechanical, Inc.
    17. Scott’s Electric, Inc.
    18. Sheyenne Mechanical
    19. Tom’s Electric, LLC
    20. Valley Electric Service, Inc.
    21. And all license applications received before April 1, 2019 and approved by the Auditor’s Office.
  2. Approve House Mover licenses for
    1. Carrington House Moving, Inc.
    2. Liechty Homes, Inc.
    3. And all license applications received before April 1, 2019 and approved by the Auditor’s Office.

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

Public Comments

There were no public comments.

Resolution

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2182, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119

R2)Approve Resolution No. 2183, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119B

City Auditor Richter reported that there were no protests received for Paving Improvement District No. 119B and 5.34% of affected properties protested in Paving Improvement District No. 119.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve R1 & R2, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

R3) Approve Resolution No. 2184, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Sanitary Sewer District No. 64

R4) Approve Resolution No. 2185, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Storm Sewer District No. 52

R5) Approve Resolution No. 2186, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Water Main District No. 100

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the above districts are associated with Paving Improvement Districts No. 119 & 119B. The preliminary reports were provided as part of the Paving documents in January 2019.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve R3, R4, and R5, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

R6) Approve Resolution No. 2187, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 119 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids

R7) Approve Resolution No. 2188, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 119B and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids

R8) Approve Resolution No. 2189, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Sanitary Sewer District No. 64 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids

R9) Approve Resolution No. 2190, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Storm Sewer District No. 52 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids

R10) Approve Resolution No. 2191, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Water Main District No. 100 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported all five improvement districts have been developed into one bid package with bids scheduled to be received April 3, 2019.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve R6, R7, R8, R9 and R10, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph reported the City, US Army Corp of Engineers, ND Department of Emergency Services and the Barnes County Emergency Manager discussed the preliminary outlook for the Sheyenne River with 50% chance of 18 feet. As of today, the City has not declared an emergency.

Schelkoph stated HB 1066, Prairie Dog bill has been approved and ready for governor signature, expecting $3 million every biennium for infrastructure replacement. SB 2020 is the State Water Commission budget which includes Phase IV Permanent Flood Protection funding.

City Updates & Commission Reports

PW Accountant Jacobson reported the snow removal budget for 2019 is gone.
Fire Chief Magnuson reported former Fire Chief Schlittenhart passed away. Magnuson asked the public to stay off the river as the thaw begins.
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported PFP Phase II construction continues by the Elks building with plans to complete pours within the next week. Streetscape Phase II public input meeting is on Thursday, March 21.
President Carlsrud once again thanked veterans for their service; thanked outdoor crews for their work.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

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

03/05/2019 Commission Minutes

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Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, March 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, 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 – Addition of Consent D

Approval of Ainutes

Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Magnuson. Minutes from February 19, 2019 meeting

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 $1,344,029.17
  3. Approve Raffle Permit for Valley Quilters
  4. Approve Raffle Permit for Valley City Trap Club, Sheyenne Valley Career & Technical Center Skills USA

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

Ordinance

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 stated there are no changes for second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045 regarding the annexation of the Love’s property. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

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

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the US Army Corp of Engineers updated the hydrology from 7200 cfs to 7600 cfs. For Permanent Flood Protection planning, the City has used the 7600 cfs. As part of the long-range Permanent Flood Protection planning, the KLJ is working with FEMA to update the CLOMR. As part of this process, Petersen recommends official adoption of 7600 cfs by the City.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve Resolution No. 2178, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2179, a Resolution Creating Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 64

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported Sanitary Sewer District No. 64 is located in the Paving 119 & 119B reconstruction projects.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2179, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2180, a Resolution Creating Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 52

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported Storm Sewer District No. 52 work will be included in Paving 119. The Storm Sewer drainage extends beyond the paving improvement district. The drainage area will be included in the improvement district except for areas outside of city limits.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve Resolution No. 52, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2181, a Resolution Creating Water Main Improvement District No. 100

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Water Main District No. 100 for the area of Paving Improvement District Nos. 119 & 119B. Water Main Improvements will be made on 7th Avenue NW and 2nd Avenue NE.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2181, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

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

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported this project addresses flooding on Wintershow Road. The road is on Urban Road corridor. Eligible portions of the project will be funded with federal funds (80.93% cost share, up to $600,000) with other portions of the project being paid by the State as there is benefit to NDDOT along I-94 near the northeast ramp and behind Riverview Drive. Bid opening is scheduled for April 12.

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the NDDOT Cost Participation, Construction, and Maintenance Agreement for Project No. SU-SS-2-990(053)057, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve purchase Peterbilt 567 Tandem Chassis, grouped with Galbreath U5DPK2000 Hook Lift Hoist and Pitbull PB24 Trailer for $215,309.00 from Sanitation Products

City Administrator Schelkoph stated both he and Street Superintendent Differding recommend this purchase, which is not the low bid but the best bid for the City.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve purchase as recommended for $215,309.00 from Sanitation Products, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

There was no City Administrator’s report.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Fire Chief Magnuson thanked the Street Department for clearing fire hydrants and the VCFD for their response to a high number of accidents.
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Reiners will return next week to install stop locks and gaskets on Permanent Flood Protection Phase II. A public input meeting for Streetscape II is scheduled for March 21.
Commissioner Erickson reminded the public that if you are worried about your pipes freezing, leave your water trickle especially if the water is 35 degrees or lower.
President Carlsrud thanked city employees, the VCPD & VCFD for working in the cold.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:16 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

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

04/16/2019 City Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday,­ April 16, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Arbor Day Proclamation

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from April 2, 2019 & April 9, 2019 Board of Equalization meetings

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Barnes County Wildlife Federation, Disabled American Veterans
  2. Approve Block off the Street for Valley City Fire Department on Central Avenue from 4th Street to 5th Street N on May 1, 2019
  3. Approve Block off Street for Valley City High School Prom on May 4, 2019 on 4th Street NW from Central Avenue to 2nd Avenue
  4. Approve Electrician and/or Plumber License for Hope Electric; Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              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.

Resolution

R1) Consider Resolution No. 2195, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving Improvement District No. 119 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R2) Consider Resolution No. 2196, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving Improvement District No. 119B (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Carlsrud

R3) Consider Resolution No. 2197, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Sanitary Sewer No. 64 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

R4) Consider Resolution No. 2198, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 52 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

R5) Consider Resolution No. 2199, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Water Main Improvement District No. 100 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) Consider transferring Access easement from the NDDOT (Love’s development) to create a right of way easement for the city that will support the extension of a south side frontage road along the interstate (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

N2) Approve bid for Electrical Department bucket truck from Terex in the amount of $221,650.00 (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

N3) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 310 2nd Ave SW for $185,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Erickson            Carlsrud

N4) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 206 4th St SW for $68,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Powell              Carlsrud

N5) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 537 4th St SW for $114,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Powell              Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N6) Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvement to Residential Building at 958 2nd St NW (City Assessor Hansen)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N7) Consider request from South Central Adult Services for $20,000 to support transit program (Pat Hansen, Director)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

N8) Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for American Legion at VCSU Student Union on April 23, 2019 for Development Corporation & Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

04/09/2019 Board of Equalization Agenda

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Board of Equalization
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
4:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

  1. Auditor to read Sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 of the North Dakota Century Code pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.
  2. President declares the hearing open
    1. Report from Assessor
    2. Requests from Property Owners
    3. Auditor’s report on any written communication
  3. Motion to close hearing

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

  1. Commission to review the assessment books. Motion to approve the assessment books as prepared by the City Assessor. (Note any changes to assessment books in separate motion).

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

Adjourn

04/02/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday,­ April 2, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Recognition of Mayor for a Day

City Government Week Proclamation

Presentation of Safe Drinking Water Act Certificate of Achievement

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from March 19, 2019; March 28, 2019 meetings

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 Application to Block off Street for Sheyenne Valley Backing the Badge 6K Run on May 4, 2019 for route as submitted
  4. Approve Application to Block off Street for Sheyenne Valley Soapbox Derby on June 8-9, 2019 on Central Avenue from 3rd Street N to 9th Street N
  5. Approve Raffle Permits for Education Foundation for Valley City Public Schools, Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce
  6. Approve Tree Trimming & Removal Service License for Mike’s Construction & Repair

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

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2194, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Permanent Flood Protection Phase 2A and Permanent Flood Protection Phase 3 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              Erickson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) Approve VCFD Officer List (Fire Chief Magnuson)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

Followed by:

  1. Oath of Office for Assistant Fire Chief
  2. Presentation of VCFD Officers

N2) Approve bid for new sander truck (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Erickson Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N3) Approve 2019 City Forester Contract (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

04/02/2019 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
3:30 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
  2. Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (President Carlsrud)
  3. Review recommendation for new tandem sander chassis and body (City Administrator Schelkoph and PW Superintendent Differding)
  4. Discuss Public Works Snow Removal Budget (Public Works Accountant Jacobson)
  5. Discuss Love’s water service (City Administrator Schelkoph)
  6. Barnes County Jail Location & Discussion (President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop)
  7. Review Washington, DC trip (City Administrator Schelkoph)
  8. Review VCFD Officer List (Fire Chief Magnuson)
  9. Update on 5th Avenue NW Reconstruction Project (KLJ)

Adjourn

03/28/2019 Special Commission Meeting

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Special City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Thursday, March 28, 2019
5:30 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Resolution

R1) Consider Resolution No. 2192, a Resolution Declaring Flood Emergency (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

R2) Consider Resolution No. 2193, a Resolution Requesting Emergency Flood Assistance from USACOE (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Erickson           Magnuson            Carlsrud

Adjourn

03/19/2019 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Proclamation Recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from March 5, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor licenses for
    1. ASAP Electric
    2. Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.
    3. Bentson Electric
    4. Dakota Electric Construction Co., Inc.
    5. Differding Electric, LLC
    6. Enterprise Electric, Inc.
    7. Grotberg Electric, Inc.
    8. Grotberg Electric, Inc. dba Triton Mechanical
    9. Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
    10. Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.
    11. Jamestown Electric
    12. John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
    13. Keith’s Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating, Inc.
    14. Kohn Electric, LLC
    15. Kollman Furnace Repair
    16. Peterson Mechanical, Inc.
    17. Scott’s Electric, Inc.
    18. Sheyenne Mechanical
    19. Tom’s Electric, LLC
    20. Valley Electric Service, Inc.
    21. And all license applications received before April 1, 2019 approved by the Auditor’s Office.
  2. Approve House Mover licenses for
    1. Carrington House Moving, Inc.
    2. Liechty Homes, Inc.
    3. And all license applications received before April 1, 2019 approved by the Auditor’s Office.

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            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

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2182, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119 (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Erickson            Carlsrud

R2) Approve Resolution No. 2183, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119B (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Powell              Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R3) Approve Resolution No. 2184, a Resolution Approving Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Sanitary Sewer District No. 64, Storm Sewer District No. 52 and Water Main District No. 100 (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R4) Approve Resolution No. 2185, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 119, Paving Improvement District No. 119B, Sanitary Sewer District No. 64, Storm Sewer District No. 52 and Water Main District No. 100 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids (KLJ)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

02/19/2019 Commission Minutes

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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