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4.19.2022 Commission Meeting

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

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Magnuson (5:08), Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Deputy Auditor Klein, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Call to Order

Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

National Small Business week proclamation

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the April 5th Finance and Commission Meetings and April 12 Board of Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approve Raffle Permit for the following:

Bridge City Cruisers on June 18, 2022 at NP Park.

Barnes County Wildlife Federation on October 28, 2022, November 21, 2022 and April 1, 2023 at the Eagles.

Fraternal Order of Police James/Valley Lodge #4 on August 17, 2022 at the VCPD.

Approve Application to Block off 4th St NW from 2nd Ave to Central on April 30th, 2022 from 6-9 PM for VCHS Prom.

Approve 2022-2023 Contractor Renewal License for Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc.

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

Ordinance

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1101, an Ordinance to Amend &Reenact Section 11-07-08 of the VCMC relating to Planning and Zoning Administration Fees. 

City Attorney Martineck stated there were no changes from the first reading.

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

Commissioner Gulmon motioned to add Resolution 2361 to the agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.  Motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2360, a Resolution to Annex a Portion of NDDOT Right of Way Contiguous to City Limits at I-94 Interchange 294.

City Attorney Martineck stated the city has made an arrangement with the DOT to maintain some of the right of way by exit 294.  The purpose is to allow the city to put in water and sewer lines to the Nextera addition.

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

Approve Resolution 2361, a Resolution to Amend the Master Fee Schedule. 

City Attorney Martineck stated we are requesting that a late application fee of $300 be approved for Planning and Zoning and a $500 fee to request a special meeting of the PZ commission.

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

New Business

Approve Gaming Site Authorization Renewal for the Valley City Baseball Association.       

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

Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements to 1251 14th St SW.

Assessor Hansen reported that this is for 845 Holdings at the Woodland Steakhouse property, they have started the remodel but were okay with using the estimated market value of property before starting improvements.

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

Approve Projects for 2023 North Dakota Water Development Plan.

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated every 2 years the State Water Commission asks for projects to be included in the state water plan for projects to be considered for cost share requests.  Projects discussed were PFP, water main replacement, Mill Dam Rehabilitation, Northwest Standpipe and Water Main Expansion and here just making sure those are still in the plan.  

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

Approve Construction Engineering Task Order for 6th Street NW Reconstruction Project (NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154).

This is for the construction engineering for 6th Street. This was bid through the DOT on March 11th and recently awarded.  The contractor is looking at starting early May.

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

Roll Call: Gulmon-aye  Bishop-aye      Magnuson-aye  Erickson-nay   Carlsrud-aye

Consider Valley City-Barnes County development Corporation Request for Funds for EKG-CAN Position.

Jennifer Feist stated this is requesting $25,000 per year for two years to support workforce development. This would be for an EKG-CNA instructor position to be located at VCSU.

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

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Permit for the City Lights Supper Club Lounge on May 12, 2022 from 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford reported flows are being increased from Bald Hill Dam.  Sheyenne Valley Area Career and Tech Center’s Graphics Communications class has helped brighten the chambers with their pictures and will continue to give us new ones every 6 months.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Commissioner Gulmon thanked the employees for all they do in the community.

Mayor Carlsrud thanked the employees and also the commissioners for serving.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:31 P.M.

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4.5.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Call to Order

Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

recognition for mayor for a day-sullivan Peterson

city government week proclamation

Approval of Agenda

Add Ord. 3

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the March 15th, 2022 Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

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

Approve Raffle Permit for

  1. VCHS DECA on April 28th, 2022 at the VCHS.
    • St. Catherine’s Knights of Columbus on May 25th, 2022 at the Eagles.
    • Kiwanis Valley City on April 25, 2022 at VCHS.
    • Valley City Chamber of Commerce on June 18, 2022.
    • VCPS Music Boosters on May 12, 2022.
    • Valley City Education Association on May 20, 2022.

2. Approve 2022-2023 Contractor License Renewals for:

  • Hope Electric
  • ASAP Electric
  • Ace Plumbing
  • Tim’s Plumbing

3. Approve Relocation of Valley City Twisters Gymnastics Site Authorization from Bridges Bar and Grill to Brockopp Brewing through June 30, 2022.

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

Ordinance

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee.

City Attorney Martineck stated there were some administrative changes after speaking with Joel Quanbeck since the first reading and are highlighted in the second.

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

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1100, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-06.2 for the VCMC Related to Animal Impoundment Fees.

City Attorney Martineck stated no changes from the first reading.

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

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1101, an Ord to Amend & Reenact Section 110-07-08 of the VCMC Relating to Planning and Zoning Fees.

City Attorney Martineck stated this will allow the city to set a late application fee for zoning applications and also allow the city to set a fee to request a special meeting of the PZ Commission.  The fees will be established at the last meeting.

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2358, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule.

City Attorney Martineck stated this resolution will establish an animal impound administration fee of $10, an appellate fee to appeal the zoning decision to the city commission of $100, expedited PZ commission for a variance or appeal of $300, establishes a Class I alcoholic beverages annual fee of $2250.

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

Approve Resolution 2359, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2022 for Consolidated Sanitary Sewer & Water Main Improvement District No. 59.

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

New Business

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,376,081.55.

Finance Director Richter provided the breakdown of expenditures for March.     

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

Approve Reclassification of Administrative Assistant for Public Works.

City Attorney Martineck stated the recommendation is to make the position at the front desk which is an Administrative Assistant for Public Works be reclassified as and Administrative Assistant I to and Administrative Assistant II.

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

Approve the City’s Selection to Purchase an Automated Garbage Truck from Sanitation Products Inc. with quote in the amount of $355,853.

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

Approve the City’s selection to purchase a crew cab pickup from Stoudt Ross Ford bid proposal in the amount of $30,426.

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford reported due to the new fees being added on the MFS for things like expedited PZ meetings, Joel Quanbeck will be making a chart of when things are due so people are aware. The 6th St project received final approval.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Finance Director Richter stated last week Eide Bailly was on site for our audit.  It seems to be going well and we should have the final report in June for commission approval.

Tina Current reported the Equalization Meeting is April 12th at 4 p.m.  The appeal process needs to start at the city level.

Police Chief Hatcher reminded everyone about the first Coffee with the Cops taking place at Alley Beans.

Commissioner Gulmon congratulated Mayor for the Day Peterson.  Cash reserves are strong. Sales tax through January is down a little bit from 2021 but well ahead of 2019 and 2020.  Food and Beverage and Occupancy taxes increased. 

Commissioner Bishop encouraged everyone to come out to meet with the officers tomorrow.  All questions will be appreciated and it’s an informal way to get together.

Mayor for a Day Peterson thanked everyone for the fire truck ride.

Mayor Carlsrud asked residents to clean up around their garbage areas and to not set out bags of garbage to early allowing critters to get in them. Our crew is not responsible to pick up that mess.  Clean up week is June 6th.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:33 P.M.

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3.15.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck via Zoom, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the March 1st, 2022 Finance and Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:

FMJ Electric LLC

PEC Solutions of the Dakotas LLC

Sheyenne River Repair

Approve Block Off Street Request for VCSU Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening for the Center of the Arts on April 21, 2022 from 12pm-3pm.

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

Ordinance

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee.

City Administrator Crawford added in the case of someone needing a meeting sooner than the regularly scheduled meeting would be assessed a fee which is set by what we pay the current board for meeting.

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

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1100, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-06.2 for the VCMC Related to Animal Impoundment Fees.

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

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation.

No changes from the first reading.

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

Approve Second Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.

No changes from the first reading.

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

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 7-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings.

No changes from the first reading.

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $217,000.

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

Approve Resolution 2352, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $105,000. 

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Erickson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2353, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $34,000. 

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

Approve Resolution No. 2354, a Resolution accepting Bid and Awarding Contract to Sellin Brothers Inc. for Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154-Paving Imp. District No. 123, Watermain Imp. District No. 102 and Sanitary Sewer Imp. District No. 66 (6th St NW-5th Ave NW to Central Ave N.)

Chad Petersen stated 5 bids were received by the DOT.  The engineers estimate for the project was $1,617,587.50, Sellin bid $1,870,998. Do to the low bidder being about 15.7% over the engineers estimate we are required to do a bid analysis.   

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve awarding the bid for the Project No SU-2-990 (061) contingent upon DOT approving the low bid and approving the contract to Sellin Brothers, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution No. 2355, a Resolution accepting Bids and Awarding Contract to Border States Paving Inc. for Project No. SU-CVD-2-990(061), PCN 23233-Paving Imp. District No. 124 (12th St N-9th Ave NW to 5thAve NE and 8th Ave SE/Winter Show Rd).

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

New Business

Approve the Cost Share Items that were Negotiated with Valley Plains Equipment for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 Costs that Exceeds $500,000. 

City Administrator Crawford the bids that came in were above what was estimated.  In the agreement it is stated that anything over $500,000 they want to renegotiate.  We came to the agreement that costs that exceed $500,000 be split in half.

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

Approve City Engineer to draft a preliminary Cost Estimate for New Services/Road to New Subdivision.

City Administrator Crawford stated we talked about some of the new subdivision areas coming in and it was talked about doing a cost estimate for what it would take to get new services and roads to this new subdivision.

Chad Petersen figured the estimate would run around $800-$1000.

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford presented videos of water runoff on the Love’s hill.  Public Works was out digging to divert the run off but wanted to mention it as it is being worked on.

Austin Fritz’s last day is today and Katie Henderson’s last day will be the end of May.  It’s not that they are unhappy here, they are both going back home.

The engineers had a 10-year project list, we had Clint and Kevin prioritize what they thought was important. The biggest reason for doing this is so we can look ahead at the finances.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Public Works Manager Jacobson stated he had just watched a webinar that WAPA had and they had completed a rate study and in the last few years. Our rates from WAPA have gone down but they said for sure they’ll be going back up.  It will have about a $300,000 impact on us and will start January 2023.

Police Chief Hatcher stated the patches they ordered for the autism fundraiser are in.  They have FD and PD patches and are $10 each and proceeds will go to the ND Autism Center in West Fargo.  They also have a program that they have over there that we are hoping to bring to Valley City.

President Carlsrud thanked all the employees for the work they do.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 P.M.

Agenda Available

4.5.2022 Commission Agenda

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 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/81021939579 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  810 2193 9579.

Next Resolution No. 2360             Next Ordinance No. 1101

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Recognition for mayor for a day-Sullivan Peterson

City Government Week Proclamation

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the March 15th, 2022 Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  2. Approve Raffle Permit for
    • VCHS DECA on April 28th, 2022 at the VCHS.
    • St. Catherine’s Knights of Columbus on May 25th, 2022 at the Eagles.
    • Kiwanis Valley City on April 25, 2022 at VCHS.
    • Valley City Chamber of Commerce on June 18, 2022.
    • VCPS Music Boosters on May 12, 2022.
    • Valley City Education Association on May 20, 2022.
  3. Approve 2022-2023 Contractor License Renewals for:
    • Hope Electric
    • ASAP Electric
    • Ace Plumbing
    • Tim’s Plumbing
  4. Approve Relocation of Valley City Twisters Gymnastics Site Authorization from Bridges Bar and Grill to Brockopp Brewing through June 30, 2022.

Roll Call:    Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           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.

Ordinance

  1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve Second and Finacle Reading of Ordinance 1100, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-06.2 for the VCMC Related to Animal Impoundment Fees.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution 2358, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution 2359, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2022 for Consolidated Sanitary Sewer & Water Main Improvement District No. 59.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,376,081.55.          

Roll Call:    Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve Reclassification of Administrative Assistant for Public Works Accounts.

Roll Call:    Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

3. Approve the City’s Selection to Purchase an Automated Garbage Truck from Sanitation Products Inc. quotation in the amount of $355,853. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:    Erickson Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson          Carlsrud

4. Approve the City’s selection to purchase a crew cab pickup from Stoudt Ross Ford bid proposal in the amount of $30,426. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:    Magnuson Erickson Gulmon           Bishop                  Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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3.1.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 15th, 2022 Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

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

Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:

  1. Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.
    1. BDT Mechanical, LLC
    1. Differding Electric, LLC
    1. Enterprise Electric, Inc.
    1. Grotberg Electric, Inc
    1. Grotberg Electric Inc, dba Triton Mechanical
    1. John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
    1. Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
    1. Kohn Electric, LLC
    1. Peterson Mechanical Inc.
    1. RJ’s Plumbing & Heating Inc.
    1. Scott’s Electric, Inc.
    1. Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.

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

Ordinance

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation.

City Attorney Martineck stated these are changes to conform to the state level.

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

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section 4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.

City Attorney Martineck stated this is to create a new class of alcohol license along with specific restrictions.

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

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 07-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings.

City Attorney Martineck stated this ordinance is revising the current ordinance to add language defining what a dangerous building is and adding additional language that needs to be in place in order to enforce the ordinance.

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2348, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No.123.

Finance Director Richter stated no protests were received.

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

Approve Resolution 2349, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 124.

Finance Director Richter stated no protests were received.

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

Approve Resolution 2350, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera). 

Tracy Eslinger stated based off the bids received they recommend awarding to KPH.

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

New Business

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,287,284.10. 

Finance Director Richter reported the bills include construction projects of $42,900; debt service at $10,660; fire hall addition $132,800; MRES $435,900; the occupancy tax was transferred to the Park District in the amount of $51,210; payroll and benefits $393,373; PFP $41,267; prepaid insurance $16,500; property taxes $47,537 and VCBCDC $5,000 leaving $110,091 for operations.

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

Discuss Viking Drive Estates.

City Administrator Crawford stated she feels they are going ahead with what we are asking.  The only concern is a discharge to the adjacent property.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve that segment one is completed by fall of 2022 and reevaluate the project for the next step after that, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Gaming Site Authorization for the Thundering Saints, Inc. through June 30, 2022 at Bridges Bar and Grill.

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

Consider Amending the Claw back Requirements for Food & Beverage Funds from 5 Years to 3 Years Including Recent Funding Approval for TBD Inc. for Sky Lanes Bowling Center.

Jennifer Feist requested the claw back requirement be changed as the Development Corp. feels 3 years is a sufficient timeframe and provides accountability. 

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

Consider Request from VCBCDC for $25,000 for a Primary Sector Relocation Fund.

Jennifer Feist stated these funds will be a dollar to dollar up to $1,000 match with the company and would be required to live in Barnes county.

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

Approve De-Obligation of Funds of $260,800 for the Permanent Flood Protection Acquisitions 1-4.

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

Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Master Lift Station Improvements. 

Chad Petersen stated NPC was awarded the bid.  We do not have a start date but we need to get the contract in place so materials can be ordered.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call:  Magnuson-aye         Erickson-nay                Bishop- aye      Gulmon-aye     Carlsrud-aye

Motion carried.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford reported as of right now the city is not interested in contributing any money to the Little Dam but we are willing to take over the maintenance after the project is completed. There’s another subdivision looking to go to the west and if that’s the case water pressure could become an issue. There has been discussion about a new water tower and with that in mind we’d like to do a study on water pressure to help with the decision on what needs to be done.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Chad Petersen reported the preliminary traffic signal inspection for the signals at Main Street and Central and Main and 2nd Ave. was completed.  Signals are running the way they are supposed to as far as the video detection.  There were issues with one of the ped heads so they did take that offline and will fix that within the next week or two and then come back and test again.

Commissioner Gulmon stated the budget is reflecting strong reserves in both the general fund and Public Works.  Sales tax for 2021 was a record year in Valley City.

Commissioner Erickson stated tv’s will no longer be accepted at the landfill, you have to take them to Fargo. Going forward we will also not be able to take cardboard either.

President Carlsrud thanked our employees.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 P.M.

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2.15.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 1st, 2022 Finance and Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approve Application for Raffle Permit for the Following:

Sheyenne Valley Area Career & Technology Center on April 1, 2022 at the Technology Center.

Dakota Plains Ag on March 14th at Dakota Plains Ag.

ND Appaloosa Horse Club on August 21, 2022 at the North Dakota Winter Show.

Valley City Fire Department on April 9, 2022 at the Eagles Club.

Approve Application for Electrical Contractor License for Skeels Electric.

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

Ordinance

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1096, an Ordinance to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map, Lots 1 and 6 of Hidden Ponds Estates PUD. 

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2347, a Resolution Approving Plat of Tvedt’s Subdivision in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction of the City of Valley City.

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

Consider Variance from V.C.M.C section 16-01-06(4), Sanitary Sewer Requirement for New Subdivisions.

City Attorney Martineck stated essentially it was Joel Quanbeck’s finding that there was not a hardship that would qualify under municipal code that would grant the variance however based ion this being a single family lot and the distance from the house to the sewer line being 650 feet the PZ Commission voted to recommend granting the variance as long as the Tvedts entered into a developers agreement so if there is any further development closer to their residence they would have to hook up to the sewer at that time.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve with the following stipulations:

If the sewer moves closer, they have to hook up

If there’s further development of that area they have to hook up and

If their system fails, they have to hook up

seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Approve Change in Members of Planning and Zoning Commission.

Jeff Erickson will replace Mike Bishop on the PZ Commission.

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

Discuss Creation of New Class of License for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages at Event Centers and/or Recreational Facilities.

City Attorney Martineck stated he was approached by Kayla Cash and discussion took place around our current alcohol licenses due to interest in purchasing Woodland Lodge as a venue.

Presentation by Kayla Cash of 845 Holdings.

Lauren Nelson and Kayla Cash gave a presentation on their plans for Woodland Lodge if purchased.

City Attorney Martineck stated it was added to the agenda more so to decide how the city would proceed.  If you wanted to move forward, we would work on an ordinance for a new class of license with the conditions that the commissioners are looking for so we are looking about a month away from final approval.

Consensus was to move forward with a first reading.

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permits for the FOE Arie 2192 at the North Dakota Winter Show on:

March 5, 2022 for the Concert from 5-10pm.

March 9-13, 2022 for the Golden Buckle Bar from 11am-10pm.

March 31, 2022 for the Tour of Bands from 4-11pm.

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

Approve Applying for USDA Grant Funds.

City Administrator Crawford stated she was at a meeting and heard about a first come first serve grant so she spoke with Gary, Avis and Brenda and had them come up with anything for capital improvement. The first one was for the automated garbage truck, cans, hardware and software.  The second is for the digger truck and the last one would be the police and street vehicles that were in the budget.  If this goes through, we would get a grant for around $348,000.

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

Concur with Awarding the West Main Slide Repair Project (No. NHU-2-094(175)928, PCN 22934) to Gladen Construction Inc. in the amount of $896,136.75.  

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford had nothing to report.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Finance Director Richter commended Gwen for spearheading the grant.

Assessor Hansen stated her and Tina will be attending the NDAAO Winter Workshop.

Police Chief Hatcher stated they will be ordering 200 autism patches for the PD and FD.  April is autism awareness month and we are working with the ND Autism Center in West Fargo to make it into a fundraiser.

President Carlsrud thanked everybody for their efforts.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.

Agenda Available

3.1.2022 Commission Agenda

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 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/86488307559 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  864 8830 7559.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the February 15th Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  2. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:
    • Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.
    • BDT Mechanical, LLC
    • Differding Electric, LLC
    • Enterprise Electric, Inc.
    • Grotberg Electric, Inc
    • Grotberg Electric Inc, dba Triton Mechanical
    • John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
    • Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
    • Kohn Electric, LLC
    • Peterson Mechanical Inc.
    • RJ’s Plumbing & Heating Inc.
    • Scott’s Electric, Inc.
    • Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           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.

Ordinance

  1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

2. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section 4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Bishop             Erickson          Carlsrud

3. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 07-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Magnuson        Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

  1.  Approve Resolution 2348, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No.123. (Finance Director Richter) 

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution 2349, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 124.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2350, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

New Business

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

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2.  Discuss Viking Drive Estates.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

3. Approve Gaming Site Authorization for the Thundering Saints, Inc. through June 30, 2022 at Bridges Bar and Grill.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

4. Consider Amending the Clawback Requirements for Food & Beverage Funds from 5 Years to 3 Years Including Recent Funding Approval for TBD Inc. for Sky Lanes Bowling Center.  (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

5. Consider Request from VCBCDC for $25,000 for a Primary Sector Relocation Fund.  (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

6. Approve De-Obligation of Funds of $260,800 for the Permanent Flood Protection Acquisitions 1-4.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

7. Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Master Lift Station Improvements.  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

2.1.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the January 15th, 2022 Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approve Application for Raffle Permit for the following:

Barnes County Ducks Unlimited on March 24, 2022 at the Eagles Club.

Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals on April 16, 2022 at the Eagles Club.

El Zagel Sheyenne Valley Flag Corps on May 21, 2022 at the Eagles Club.

Approve Tree Trimming and Removal Application Renewal for Ground to Sky.

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

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

Ordinance

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1096, an Ordinance to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map, Lots 1 and 6 of Hidden Ponds Estates PUD.

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

Approve Second and Final Reading of 1095, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Chapter 20-05 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to the City Restaurant Tax.

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution No. 2343, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing Advertising for Bids for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).

Tracy Eslinger from Moore stated the plan is to have the bids ready for review at the March 1st meeting, bid opening at February 25th at 10 am.

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

Approve Resolution No. 2344, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Master Lift Station Improvements. 

Chad Petersen from KLJ stated four bids were received.  The engineer estimate for the project was $376,910.  The low bid received from Northern Plains Contracting was $342,117.  After review and talking with Public Works our recommendation is to award the bid to Northern Plains Contracting.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve seconded by Commissioner Erickson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Resolution 2345, a Resolution Updating the Public Works Fee Schedule.

City Attorney Martineck stated this is an increase on NSF fees. 

City Administrator Crawford added that our fee is currently $25 on any NSF and we feel with the extra work and stamp cost that it is time to increase this fee to $30

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

Approve Resolution 2346, a Resolution Approving Replat of Hidden Ponds Estate PUD.

City Attorney Martineck stated there were some ordinance changes in the fall of last year and this plat was resubmitted to change some of the lines.  The nature of the project stays the same. It just changes the size of the lots.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Roll Call:   Bishop-aye              Magnuson-aye              Erickson-nay                Carlsrud-aye

Motion carried.

New Business

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,254,171.00. 

Finance Director Richter reported $1,126,461 in R&R expenditures and the balance of $127,710 was operational expenses.

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

Approve Policy for Paying for the First Seal Coat Following a Street Reconstruction from Infrastructure Funds instead of Special Assessments.

Deputy Auditor Klein stated last fall we special assessed 5th Ave NW reconstruction project and it was approved to pay for the next seal coat after that through R&R funds instead of special assessing it.  This year we will be assessing another reconstruction project and starting to build another reconstruction project so we are looking for a policy about paying for that seal coat out of R&R funds going forward.

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

Approve Extension of the 2021 Contractor Licenses through May 31st, 2022.

Finance Director Richter stated ordinance says contractor license is to be renewed every 12 months.  We changed the date to due to the state renewals on their contractor licenses. We are asking to extend the current license by 2 months to set up for the new renewal period.

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford provided an update on Viking Drive Estates.  More information will be provided for the second meeting in February.

VCSU football team will be cleaning snow from hydrants so if anyone knows of an elderly or disabled person that needs help let us know, we will focus on those first.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Chad Petersen reported next Tuesday, February 8th at 5:30 there will be an in informational meeting for the residents on the 12th St N. project and at 6:30 one for the 6th St project will begin.

Commissioner Erickson stated the street crews have been cleaning the snow from the corners so if you see them please stay out of their way.

President Carlsrud stated the electrical department manages the electrical loads so we don’t get hit with extra charges when we’re over peak and that extra charge could be $10,000.  The energy demand is higher during breakfast, lunch and dinner so try to cut down on other things during those times.

Clean around garbage cans and your dumpsters so our employees are able to get to them easily.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

1.4.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Deputy Auditor Klein

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

Remove N6

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the December 21st, 2022 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

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

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

Ordinance

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1093, and Ordinance to Amending and Reenacting Chapter 20-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code re City Lodging Tax.

City Attorney Martineck reported no changes from the first reading.

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

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1094, an Ordinance to Amend and Enact Section 15-01-16.2 of the Valley City Municipal Code regarding Surface Drainage and Storm Sewer System Cleaning and Maintenance Fee.

City Attorney Martineck reported no changes from the first reading.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2331, a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sales of $859,000 Wastewater Treatment Assessment Warrant, Series 2022 for 7th Ave NW Reconstruction Project.

Finance Director Richter stated this is our financing source that we will special assess out for the sanitary sewer and storm sewer.

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

Approve Resolution 2332, a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sales of $180,000 Water Treatment Assessment Warrant, Series 2022 for 7th Ave NW Reconstruction.

Finance Director Richter stated this is our financing for the watermain replacement and is at a 2% interest rate.

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

New Business

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $990,351.12.

Finance Director Richter stated there were $990,351 in expenditures for December which includes construction projects at $26,419; fire hall addition at $28,088; MRES at $265,106; payroll & benefits at $469,430; PFP CLOMR at $38,521; VCBCDC at $42,500 leaving $120,287 as the balance for operations

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

Consider Visitor’s Committee Request for Approval of Changes to the Image Enhancement Grant and Valley City Tourism Development Grant Guidelines as Presented.

Bobby Koepplin stated there was a unanimous due pass recommendation for the changes.  Major changes to the Image Enhancement were the increase from $5000 to $7500, took out the $1000 restriction for landscaping and $1000 restriction for signage.  We removed the requirement that you couldn’t apply again within 10 years. 

Valley City Tourism biggest change is the name change.  We changed the jurisdiction to be within the city.  We added allowing for profit entity but they must maintain insurance and operate for a minimum of 5 years or will be required to refund to the city.  Also added that they must be current on PW utilities and property taxes.

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

Consider Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Smith Lumber in the amount up to $7,500.

Bobby Koepplin stated Smith Lumber stated this grant would be for new signage.  The Visitor’s committee made unanimous recommendation of up to $7500 from the Image Enhancement Grant Funds.

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

Consider Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for VC Chamber of Commerce in the amount up to $20,273.36.

The Visitors Committee recommends approval of up to $20,273.36 for Downtown Streetscape accessories.

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

Consider Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Tourism Development Grant for Sky Lanes.

The Visitor’s Committee recommends approve a of up to 75% of the bowling equipment and repairs up to $40,000 and recommends the Drake’s request $10,000 of Roundtable funding from the Development Corporation.  This will also include the claw back provisions.

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

Approve Mobile Home Park Renewal for Viking Drive Estates.

Approve Rescheduling March 1st Finance and Commission Meeting.

This item will be tabled in the event that the event that is a conflict gets cancelled.

Review and Award bid for 2022 PD Vehicle Purchase.

Police Chief Hatcher stated we have sent out bids and at that time none of the manufacturers were comfortable giving bids so we delayed it until December.  The bid closing was the 30th and at this time we only received one bid-from Stoudt Ross Ford.  Recommendation is for this 2022 budget purchase to be awarded to Stoudt Ross Ford.

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford reported that we are behind with the garbage as many are aware, we are having truck issues.  As time allows, we will finish what was missed.  The employees that were not able to be in a garbage truck were put in snow removal equipment.  They can only operate for 12 hours at a time.  We know there is still work to be done and we are working on it.  Side note, there is a lot of cardboard out there.  Recycling saves time and money for everyone.  Thanks to our staff for what they are doing and what they are going through.  There are always some complainers but the majority of the community has been supportive and it’s been great to see the teamwork.

As for the emergency route, that was changed back when 5th Ave NE went through from Main up to the North City limits.  The only thing was the 6th Ave E signs were not taken down.  

City Updates & Commission Reports

Finance Director Richter reported we will start our preparing for our audit, the fieldwork will take place the end of March.

Fire Chief Magnuson reminded people to watch their vents and gas meters and new batteries in your detectors.

Police Chief Hatcher reported they are looking for a new hire, there is one opening.  Please have your numbers on your house.  Thanks to the residents on the snow emergency routes, we had very few people parking on the route during the last snowfall.  Reminder that if you can’t see the hydrant, it is still there so do not park in front of it.  The same thing goes for sidewalks.

Commissioner Gulmon reported that the Finance Committee met to review the budgets.  To date the City has very strong reserves in the general fund and public works.  Public Works net income to date is running very close to the budget other than the garbage fund which was addressed at the last meeting.  Sales tax report was very positive.  City Sales Tax through October was up about 29% over last year. 

Commissioner Erickson reported the hook truck is now fixed.  Christmas tree pickup has not been scheduled as of yet but you can take them to the tree pile.  Thanks to Public Works for all their work.  For those of you that don’t go to other towns or drive down their side streets, we did pretty good.

Commissioner Bishop thanked Public Works for all the hard work and long hours.  Thanks to the FD and PD for the jobs they do.  We stay home in the bad weather while they’re out helping people.  There are a lot of hydrants that are buried, go clean around those so if they fire department has to use them, they don’t have to waste time cleaning them first.

President Carlsrud thanked the folks utilizing the available grants and investing in the city.  Thanks to the Street Department and the whole team for doing a great job.  

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 P.M.

9/15/2020 Commission Meeting Agenda

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 5:00 PM CT, at City
Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND. Members of the public are not permitted in the Commission Chambers due to COVID-19 and as allowed in ND Executive Order 2020-16. Members of the public may view the meeting online https://zoom.us/j/93963234761 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 939 6323 4761

Call To Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (Please Stand)
Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from September 1st, 2020 Finance and Commission Meetings and minutes from September 3, 2020 Special Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve raffle permit for Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals held on 12/11/2020 at Duttons Valley Gallery.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           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.


Public Hearing

PH 1.  Public Hearing for 2021 City Budget.

Declare public hearing open.

Close hearing.

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1065, an Ordinance Adopting the 2021 City Budget (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Carlsrud

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution No. 2260, a resolution to advertise for bids for farm lease. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution No. 2261, a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $300,000 water treatment assessment warrant for the 5th Ave NW Project. (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution No.  2262, a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $675,000 wastewater treatment assessment warrant for the 5th Ave NW Project. (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud



New Business

  1. Consider options for Building Inspector and City Engineer.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

2.  Consider RFP on 6th St NW Reconstruction.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn