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4.9.2025 P&Z Meeting Minutes

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April 9th, 2025 – MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF VALLEY CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Chair Mike Schell presided and called the meeting to order at 4:00 on Wednesday April 9th, 2025.

Commissioners present: Bill Carlblom, Ian Jacobson, Joe Tykwinski, Jeff Erickson, Tim Durheim

Commissioners Absent: Dave Carlsrud

Others: City Attorney Carl Martineck, City Planner Joel Quanbeck, City Assessor / Acting Secretary Tina Current, Fire Chief / Building Inspector Lance Coit, Mike Strom (KLJ), Mike Bishop,         Megan Zarbano, Julie Skaufel

Commissioner Bill Carlblom moved to approve the minutes from the March 11th, 2025 meeting seconded by Commissioner Tim Durheim. Motion passed with unanimous approval.

Building Inspector Report

Building Inspector Mike Blevins sent the permit list to the board, Fire Chief / Building Inspector Lance Coit gave an update on the current building permits. There have been some permits for stabilization and one new garage permit.

Public Hearing for preliminary plat for Hyland Park Estates II – H & G Holdings

Chair Mike Schell opened the pubic hearing.

Home owner Megan Zarbano explained this plat was to clean up some lot lines and adding land to the Zarbano parcel.

Commissioner Jeff Erickson made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Bill Carlblom

Internal discussion was had. The plat is cleaning up some of the lot lines.

Commissioner Ian Jacobson made a motion to approve the Hyland Park Estates II plat. Seconded by Commissioner Joe Tykwinski followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Public Hearing for preliminary plat Bishop Subdivision – Mike Bishop

Chair Mike Schell opened the public hearing.

Owner Mike Bishop explained he bought the building and has divided it into two business spaces. The plat will allow there to be two separate abstracts and legal descriptions.  Alley Beans will own the side with the offices and use it for their roasting house and Mike Bishop will own the garage side

Commissioner Bill Carlblom made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Joe Tykwinski.

Commissioner Tim Durheim made a motion to approve the Bishop Subdivision plat, seconded by Commissioner Ian Jacobson followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Public Hearing – Variance Bishop Subdivision

Chair Mike Schell opened the public hearing.

The variance would be for the lot size due to previously divided property. Variance for setbacks due to pre-existing structure on the lots.

Commissioner Tim Durheim made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Ian Jacobson.

Commissioner Joe Tykwinski made a motion to approve the Variance for the Bishop Subdivision plat, seconded by Commissioner Bill Carlblom Followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Public Hearing regarding a change in zoning requested by VC30-LLC

Chair Mike Schell opened the public hearing.

Owner Chris Volk spoke to the commission on his request to rezone his property to allow multi-family use within the existing building on property as well as possible development of more multi-family buildings on the remaining land. Chris would like to rezone to be able to put sprinklers in the building and be able to rent to residents with Barnes county housing. Chris would also like to be able to convert units into studio style apartments.

City attorney Carl Martineck spoke about the understanding with the City that the building would be operated as a motel not an apartment building. City Planner Joel Quanbeck went over his findings. The current zoning is B2. Quanbeck does not feel this is a good choice to rezone as a multi-family because it is not consistent with the City of Valley City future land use plan. The property only has one access to the property with a large gas station in front of the property

Commissioner Bill Carlblom made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Jeff Erickson

Internal discussion was had. Commissioner Jacobson express concerns with only one access to the property. Commissioner Durheim explained his concern if something would happen at the gas station located at the entrance of this property. The commission asked if he had a plan for the future use. Volk did not have a future use plan. The commission asked Volk to submit a plan for review.

Commissioner Jeff Erickson made a motion to decline the rezone request from VC30-LLC, seconded by Ian Jacobson. Motion passed to decline

With no other items to discuss, Chair Schell called the meeting to close at 4:32pm

6.30.2025 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

6/30/2025

Howdy All,

  • The powerful June 20th storm created hardships and tragedies around Valley City and the region.  The clean-up efforts are amazing with “neighbors helping neighbors”, it has been heartwarming.  With so many people suffering losses, please be patient with City Crews, volunteers and insurance workers as they have many damages to assess and repair.
  • Kudos to our city employees for facilitating restoration and clean-up.  Great job Everyone.
  • Last week people from the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services visited Valley City to assess damages.  Along with a tour of Valley City and the transfer station, they confirmed our precise procedures to apply for FEMA cost shares are in line. The Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence
  • The Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates ratifying the Declaration of Independence.  Enjoy and be safe. 
  • Many overhead electrical wires went down in the storm when trees fell on them.  If there had been underground wiring, there would not have been power outages.  The city will provide up to a $5.00 per foot discount for the installation of electrical underground wiring.  For information to see if underground is for you, please call:  701-845-8143
  • The Sheyenne Valley Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Community Grant Round!  Local nonprofits are encouraged to apply at: https://www.yoursvcf.org/grantopportunities.  Application deadline is July 25th 2025.
  • NDQuits:  “Over one-third of former tobacco users we assist are still tobacco-free seven months after completing an NDQuits program. NDQuits employs specialized coaches who support individuals on their pathway to becoming tobacco-free. Learn about our coaches, a typical journey with NDQuits, and more on how to Quit Your Way.”  See: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/ndquits
  • With all that is happening in the world around us, might you find yourself a bit overwhelmed at times?  I do.  Routines provide a renewed structure, dump “stink’n think’n” and allow me to refocus and get back to “a good place”.  ~ The Village Family Service Center
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.”  ~ H. Jackson Brown Jr.

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

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7.1.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, July 1, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84449572470 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  844 4957 2470.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

SERVICE AWARD PRESENTATION

City-County Health presents Officer Jacobson with a Service Award.

Approval of Agenda (Roll Call Vote needed when changes made to the Agenda)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

 

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 6.17.2025 Finance & Commission Meetings and the 6.23.2025 Special Commission Meeting/Press Conference.                                                                                                             
  2. Approve Contractor Licenses:

JT Lawn Services, Moorhead MN                                                                                            

  • Approve Contractor License Renewals:

Advance Garage Door Inc.                                                                                                       

Braden Wenaas Construction LLC

  • Approve Tobacco License Renewals:

Dollar General Store #17856                                                                                                    

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

Public Comments

This portion of the meeting provides a limited public forum for Valley City residents, property owners and business owners to address the Board of City Commissioners on topics related to City business.  Interested persons must submit a comment card with the individual’s name, address, and the topic to be commented upon. Non-residents must provide the address of the City of Valley City business the individual operates or works at or the address of real property which the individual owns within the City of Valley City. Comments cards must be provided to the meeting secretary and approved prior to speaking. Public comments are limited solely to business matters and concerns pertinent to the City.

The following rules apply to Public Comments:

  • Limited to five minutes per speaker.
  • Must not interfere with the orderly conduct of the meeting.
  • Must not be defamatory, abusive, harassing, or unlawful.
  • May be prohibited if an alternative procedure exists to bring that particular type of public comment before the City, the public comment includes confidential or exempt information, or the public comment is otherwise prohibited by law.

Submission of written comments: In lieu of speaking, a written comment may be delivered to the meeting secretary prior to the start of the meeting. Written comments are limited to two pages. Any member of the public seeking to comment without attending in person may submit written comments to jhintz@valleycity.us. Written comments hand delivered at the time of the meeting or emailed prior to 4:00 pm on the date of the meeting will be distributed to the Board for their information and maintained in City files.  Written comments are not read aloud at the meeting

 

Resolution

RES 2495. A Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District 131. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

RES 2496. A Resolution to Adopt and Extend the Declaration of Storm Disaster Dated June 21, 2025. (City Attorney Martineck)   

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

New Business

NB1.  Approve Amendment to Employee Policy and Procedure Manual – Law Enforcement Officer Special Event Pay. (City Attorney Martineck)                                                                                                                    

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Wintershow Road Shared-Use Path Phase 1 (NDDOT Project No. TAU-2-990(066), PCN 23917). (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

6.23.2025 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

6/23/2025

Hello Everyone,

  • Our prayers and sympathies go out to the family and friends of the people who perished in the horrific Friday night storms. 
  • Our Valley City Public Works Departments were out Friday night and over the weekend keeping streets open and restoring electrical power.   Blessings and thank you folks who donated food for the workers.
  • Cutup trees and branches (about 8 feet long max.) may be stacked parallel with the street on the boulevard for pick up as time allows.  Our City Employees are working diligently to bring normalcy back to you.  Thank you everyone.
  • * Valley City residents are eligible to dispose of tree limbs and sticks at the 24 hour access collection site west of the Transfer Station.
  • From VCPS Superintendent Josh Johnson on Sunday: “We are reaching out to make sure that our parents and community members who may be in need of clean up assistance are being helped and supported by friends, family, neighbors, and our school district.  If you have trees or debris in your yards and could use some help tomorrow or early this upcoming week, please reach out to us.  We will be ready to help our parents and community members clean up from Friday night’s storm. You can send me an email today or call our district offices tomorrow.”  josh.Johnson@K12.ND.US  or 845-0483 Thank you Josh.
  • The storms included tornados and straight-line winds near the 100 MPH range in the area so there are homes, businesses, vehicles and many trees damaged or ruined.  The number of large uprooted trees was amazing and created huge clean-up and repair projects.
  • Governor Armstrong declared a statewide emergency activating the State Emergency Operations Plan.  Barnes County and the City of Valley City have declared emergencies as well.
  • The City of Valley City will hold a press conference at 12pm in the City Hall Commission Chambers on Monday, June 23. Information regarding the ongoing cleanup, status of electricity restoration and information for residents will be presented.  See the City’s Facebook page for current reports including * food spoilage relating to power outage.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “The future depends on what you do today.”  ~ Mahatma Gandi

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

6.23.2025 Special Commission Agenda

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Special City Commission Meeting/2025 Summer Storm Press Conference
Valley City, North Dakota

Monday, June 23, 2025
12:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 12:00 PM CT, at City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81092546772 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  810 9254 6772.

Call To Order
Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

New Business

NB1.    2025 Summer Storm Update.

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Adjourn

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5.20.2025 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, May 20, 2025



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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Police Chief Horner, Administrative Assistant Hintz.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

OATH OF OFFICE FOR POLICE OFFICER CHAISE JOHNSON

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

No Changes.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 5.5.2025 Commission Meeting.                                                          
  2. Approve Site Authorizations:

      Valley City Baseball Association @ Clubhouse Lounge                                                                Valley Twisters Gymnastics Club, Inc @ Tavern 94

      VC Eagles Aerie 2192 Fraternal Order of Eagles @ VC Eagles Aerie 2192, My Bar &          Jimmy’s Pizza

      Valley City Hockey & Figure Skating Club @ Youth Sports Complex

  • Approve New 2025-26 Contractor Licenses:                                                                                       Ulrich Enterprises, Inc. dba Ulrich Pool Company of Fargo

      Concrete Cowboys Inc of Jamestown

      Loren Richards Inc/Richards Excavating of Fargo

      Sullivan Construction Inc of Fargo    

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor License Renewals:                                                                                      ACB Construction

            All Finish Concrete Inc

            Breland Enterprises Inc dba American Waterworks

            Karma Enterprises LLC dba Asset Services LLC

            Richard Berg Construction

            Bridge City Landscaping & Excavating LLC

            Central Trenching Inc

            Comstock Construction Inc

            CR Larson Concrete

            Floor to Ceiling Carpentry & Repair

            FM Asphalt LLC

            Herzog Roofing Inc

            High Performance Coatings, Inc

            Hi-Line Construction

            Johnny B’s Trees & Service

            Kenpat Central Florida LLC

            Travis Kunze Construction

            Meridian Commercial Construction LLC

            Midland Door Solutions LLC

            Northland Sheds Inc

            RAG Properties LLC

            Tate & John’s Enterprises

            Tim’s Custom Cabinets & Construction

            Valley Realty Inc

            RJ’s Plumbing & Heating Inc

            Tim’s Plumbing LLC

            Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc

            APi HVAC Services Inc dba Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors

            Superior Electric of Fargo LLC

            PEC Solutions of the Dakotas LLC

            John’s Refrigeration & Electric Inc

            Hi-Line Electric Inc

            Grotberg Electric Inc

            Energize Electric LLC

            Bentson Electric

            Differding Electric LLC        

            Bakkegard & Schell Inc

            Sheyenne River Repair

            Manning Mechanical

            Grotberg Electric Inc dba Triton Mechanical

            2 Phase Electric LLC

            Hope Electric

            Northland Window & Door

            Brett Stearns Enterprises LLC

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING

Open Public Hearing Regarding Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for Texkota, LLC.      

Motion to Close Hearing.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to close the hearing, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for Texkota, LLC.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Texkota’s Application, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

ORD 1171 Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1171, An ordinance to create and enact Chapter 1 of Title 21 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to an enterprise for single-family homebuyer assistance.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

 

RESOLUTION

RES 2480 Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No 72.           

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2485 Resolution Approving Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 131, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District

No. 71 Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 57, Water Main Improvement District No. 107.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2486 Resolution Declaring Necessity of Improvements in Paving Improvement District No. 131. NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(069) PCN 24239).                      

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.    

RES 2487 Resolution Approving Electric Utility Revenue Bond Series 2025 in the amount of $13,000,000 through the Bank of North Dakota Infrastructure Revolving Loan Fund.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2488 Resolution Approving Final Plat of B&G Subdivision, City of Valley City. 

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2489 Resolution Approving Final Plat of Bishop Subdivision, City of Valley City.

Commissioner Bishop abstains due to a conflict of Interest.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.                                                                                                                                                                                                           

RES 2490 Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Improvement Warrants and Exchanging them for $1,200,000 Refunding Improvement Bonds of 2025. Jon Lundby with Colliers reported that the City received a rate of 4.26% for 30 years. The City has a really good rating of 8.1.          

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2491 Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District 132. Finance Director Klein reported that there were no protests.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.    

RES 2492Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving 132 and Paving 129.

Commissioner Bishop 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 $1,483,468.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for Transportation Plan

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call Vote: Magnuson-Aye,             Erickson-No, Gulmon-Aye, Bishop-Aye , Carlsrud-Aye

Motion Carried.

Approve Bid for Sale of 2019 Chevy Tahoe — $3,001.00.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve the request for additional funds to support establishment of the new Single-Family Home Buyer Assistance Program to fund six homes in Valley City.           

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve the request of $61,250., seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve contract with the State Tax Commissioner to administer the City of Valley City’s local sales, use and gross receipts taxes for the 2025-2027 biennium.                               

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Amendment to Exhibit A – Resolution 2465, to Correct Administrative Error in Published

Rates and Fees for Solid Waste Service. Verify the changes on the Master Fee Schedule.                      

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Recommendation from the Renaissance Zone Authority Board to Approve the Application

from Sullivan Construction for a 5-year State Income Tax Exemption and a 5-year Property Tax

Exemption Capped at $300,000 Valuation on a New Single-Family Home and Designate it as VC-138.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

City Assessor Current shared that the Primary Resident’s Tax Credit went up from $500. to $1600. for 2025. Property Owners will no longer receive an estimated tax notice in August. Your tax notice will now list the past years taxes and everyone will get a notice. 

Commissioner Gulmon gave an update on the Service Center. Dirt work should happen in June or July of 2025 with a completed Service Center end date of September 2026. Gulmon also gave a shout out to the Crews who worked during Cleanup Week thanking them for all their efforts.  

Commissioner Erickson dittoed the thank you to the Crews for their work with Cleanup Week. He also reminded all that trees & branches will be picked up May 29th a& 30th. The Transfer Station will be open on May 31st for Residents to haul trash to the Station at no charge. There will also be an Electronic Disposal Week, June 9th through the 13th. Residents may bring their old electronics to the Transfer Station & dispose of them for just $.75 a pound.   

President Carlsrud thanked the Staff and Commissioners for all they do for the City.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:38 P.M.

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5.20.2025 Finance Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

2:30 PM

Called to Order

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 2:30 PM.

Roll Call

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

Other present: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Chief Horner, Administrative Assistant Hintz

Agenda Items

Review Monthly Bills/Reports. Finance Director Klein reviewed the monthly bills and reports.

Discuss Camera Grant. City Administrator Crawford shared with the Commissioners that the original Grant for the Cameras did not cover all of the expenses but there are funds from other Grants that will.

Discuss an Ordinance allowing Chickens in City Limits.  President Carlsrud shared that a number of Citizens have reached out and inquired about raising chickens. The Commissioners have asked City Attorney Martineck to look into what neighboring Cities allow and draft an ordinance for the June 17th meeting.

Review City Mobile Home Park Regulations. City Attorney Martineck will draft an Ordinance about the age, model types, as well as installation allowed and where they are allowed in the City.

Discuss 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for Transportation Plan. The Commissioners agreed to move forward with this plan.

Discuss Administrative Approval for Changes to Applications on Liquor Licenses. The Commission agreed that notification for these changes is appropriate and Commission approval is not needed.

Review Gaming Site Authorization Regulations. City Attorney Martineck will draft an ordinance for Site Authorizations requiring the Gaming Operator to have ties to Valley City.

Discuss New Renaissance Zone Island. Discussion was had on the Renaissance Zone Authority Board moving forward with a new Island. This will allow more locations for the building of new homes that will qualify for the Renaissance Zone Tax Credits.

Discuss Possible Sale of Lot 3, Block 2, Bjornson Heights Parcel. City Administrator Crawford shared that there is interest in purchasing this piece of property to use for recreation. The Commissioners tabled the discussion until it is determined how much of the property is needed and the planned use of the property. There are concerns for the hill side and road below.

Department Reports

Department Spotlight – Police Department

Sanitation Department Supervisor Swart explained the process for picking up the garbage during Cleanup Week. Three different trucks loading different materials go around and collect the trash. Residents are still able to haul their items to the Transfer Station on May 31st at no cost. June 9th – 13th is Electronic Cleanup Week. During that week, you may take your used Electronics to the Transfer Station and dispose of them for just $ .75 /lb.  

Water Department Water Supervisor Hesch explained that they are using surface water currently and not the aquafer.  

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf had 1 outage caused by a squirrel since last meeting and that his Team is busy working on projects.  

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson reported calls were back up for the month. They have also been busy removing signs around town and issuing notices for blighted or dangerous properties.

Police Department Police Chief Horner shared the calls that his Team has had over the last month. They have been busy with Compliance Checks; Peer Support and Community projects and events. They will be swearing in new Police Officer Chaise Johnson today.

Street Department Operations Supervisor Klemisch’s Team has been busy completing the hydrant flushing around town. Cleanup week was very busy and they plan to pick up sticks & branches the 29th and 30th.

Finance Director Klein informed the Commission that she will be mailing out the budget schedule for July. The Auditors will be coming next week. The City is very happy with the bond rates that it received. 

City Attorney Martineck shared the current job openings for the City; An accountant, a Public Works 1 and a Public Works 2. The Executive Assistant position has been filled.

City Administer Crawford shared that the Employees at Public Works & City Hall have been busy switching desk/office locations. The west door will become locked full time. The North door will become the main entrance. The plan is to have this completed in June. They have been working on Phase 4 – Flood updates, Final information should be coming next week. Bids in July and the process should be completed in 2026.Water tower update: State Water Commission request is ready to go, waiting on the State for the Emergency request. The Water Tower Plan Site is done as well as the Environmental Review. Looking to this fall for a bid date. Completed the base in 2026 and the tower in 2027. Finished the Connie Courtney PFP Buyout. Per confirmation from the State, Valley City can have 2 Islands in their Renaissance Zone Blocks. We will be holding a Public Hearing during the June 17th Commission Meeting. Prior to the meeting. Letters will be mailed to the landowners.

President Carlsrud asked the Engineers to take note of the bid requirements and dates with the changes that were made.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:37PM.

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

2:30 PM

Called to Order

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 2:30 PM.

Roll Call

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

Other present: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Chief Horner, Administrative Assistant Hintz

Agenda Items

Add 3 Items to the Agenda.:

            Discuss buyout/lease options for 2018 Loader and Backhoe.

            Discuss Single Family Home Buyer Assistance Program

            Discuss allowing Chickens in City Limits

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Review Monthly Bills/Reports. Finance Director Klein reviewed the monthly bills and reports.

Review Quarterly Engineer Report. Finance Director Klein and Engineer Peterson discussed the report and how the projects are separated.

Discuss Loading & Unloading Parking for Businesses on Central. City Administrator Crawford shared an email received regarding a Loading/Unloading Zone for a business on Central. Much discussion was had on the best locations possible, times frames, signage and the current parking situation. The consensus was to educate and possibly add signage to the building.                                    

An update on Water Tower Project was given by Engineer Peterson and Engineer Eslinger discussed the Water Tower Project and where they are at in the project. They will be starting the environmental part shortly with a bench study and then incorporate Geo Technical work into it and then coming up with a base plan. They do not feel that they will have any new updates for a few months. Plans are ready for bid this fall. Commissioner Bishop asked for an update on the leak. Both Engineers reported that they are currently working on the funding.   

Discussion of Love’s Access Drainage continues. They have been working on ideas and do have some rough estimates on possible fixes. A background with Love’s and the original plan for the build was that it included plans for the water flow but due to a gas line were not able to be completed. A concern with fixing the water flow is the cost and who will pay for it. Another concern is traffic flow during the project as well as currently. The consensus is to look into fixing the whole area and not just small fixes.

Department Reports

Department Spotlight – Street Department – Part 1

Sanitation Department Supervisor Swart reported that the Transfer Station will be open Saturdays starting May 3rd. Clean Up week was determined and will be held May 19th – 23rd. You can start setting your items out for pickup after your garbage day the week of the 12th. Yearly Tree branch pickup will be the 29th and 30th.

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf and his team finished cleaning up at the Winter Show and are now working on the 3Phase project, waiting for an answer on the permit from CP Rail.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson reported calls were down for the month but have been busy as of late. They are getting caught up on the fire extinguishers with the help of a couple local students. He is watching a couple blighted homes and has seen improvements on a few that were already notified.

Police Department Police Chief Horner shared that his Team had 639 Calls in the past month. They have been busy with Compliance Checks; Peer Support and the Taser 10s are out and deployed.

Street Department Operations Supervisor Klemisch’s Team has been busy filling potholes and will be starting crack sealing and flushing hydrants. If you see a pothole, please report it to Public Works so that it can be taken care of. Klemisch also gave an update on the dirt being removed from the new Service Center Site out to the Transfer Station for “farming”. Currently there are three PW1 openings in the Department and it was decided to hire one PW2 and one PW1 instead hoping for some applicants at this new level.

City Administer Crawford shared that the City will be posting for RFQs for a Tree Trimmer, Yard Mowing Service and an Appraiser. The Tree Trimmer and Mowing Service will be used when the City is not able to take care of it. The bill for the service will go to the property owner. Discussion was also had on the “Depot Road’. This road is in need of repair but it is not the City’s road it is privately owned.

Agenda Items Continued

Discuss Public Safety Issues of Viking Trailer Court. Discussion was had on the roads in Viking Trailer Court. This is a hazard as Emergency Vehicles would not be able to drive through. David Wick is working on getting this taken care of. Much of the water has been removed. Some road work has been started to alleviate the problem.

Discuss buyout/lease options for 2018 Loader and Backhoe. Operations Supervisor Klemisch’s shared that the lease is up and the new lease rate would be a substantial increase.  The buyout purchase price was given and determined that was the better route to take. The consensus was to move forward with the buyout. This will be added to the Commission meeting for a vote.

Discuss Single-Family Home Buyer Assistance Program. Attorney Martineck brought up discussion on the proposed Single-Family Home Buyer Assistance Program that the VCBC Development Corporation provided. There are a few issues that need to be discussed prior to moving forward. Under City, it stated Manufactured Homes and that is a very broad description. It must state it very clearly what kind of homes are wanted or not. Another would be the “Buy-Back Clause” and how that would work. The current intent is to issue a mortgage on the home. Another would be, if that happens, would the City get their percentage back? Finally, how will it work in the Renaissance Zone. Finally, what about the Electrical Temp Meter fee.

Discuss allowing Chickens in City Limits. Due to time constraints, this item will be moved to the May 20th Finance Meeting.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:55PM.

6.16.2025 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

6/16/2025

Hello Folks,

  • Community Days activities along with the Bridge City Cruisers’ “Rally in the Valley” car show was held over the weekend.  Following a cool beginning Saturday, it remained dry with clouds giving way to comfortable temperatures and sunshine mid-afternoon. Thank you to the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce, Bridge City Cruisers and all who contributed to a grand event.
  • The parade was a dandy with many people braving the cooler temperatures to watch the parade and see the kids racing for candy.  Thank you to all who sponsored parade units.
  • There were about 184 cars, tractors, motorcycles, etc. on display in the Saturday show.  Likely one or more of them would have been pleasing for everyone.  A special event.
  • This Year’s Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit is on display now until July 2nd at our Barnes County Museum.  Take this opportunity to view the young people’s great artistic talents.
  • The golfing season is underway and I hope you all can play as well and as often as you want.  For golf to be fun for all, please respect “Golf Etiquette”.  Golf etiquette includes, but is not restricted to, picking up tees on the tee box, fixing ball marks so you’d be comfortable putting over them, replacing divots, obeying roped off areas for carts and being respectful of all other golfers.  For more information, enter a search for “Golf Etiquette”.  Enjoy “The Grand Old Game”.
  • Last week I mentioned that stopping at STOP signs is for your safety.  In addition, the fine is about $80.
  • The Arbor Day Foundation encourages us all to plant, nurture and celebrate trees in communities and forests everywhere.  To be successful, we must plant the kinds of trees that have a chance to survive in our area.  In City Hall we have a list of trees conducive to good growing in our zone and soil types.  Be informed, your “favorite tree” may not be best for your place.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Putts get real difficult the day they hand out the money.”  ~ Lee Trevino

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

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6.17.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 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/84354906667or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  843 5490 6667.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda (Roll Call Vote needed when changes made to the Agenda)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the June 3 2025, Commission Meeting.                                                        
  2. Approve Site Authorization Renewal:

      ND Horse Park Foundation at Casa Mexico Restaurant                                                              

  • Approve Fireworks Display Permit:

      Memory Fireworks, Max & Chad Elhard, at 1751 West Main St                                                 

  • Approve Contractor Licenses:

      Bob Ryerson Construction, Rogers                                                                               

      Earthwork Services, Inc, West Fargo                                                    

      Eckert & Sons, LLC, Fargo

      Goodon Buildings International, Inc., Rugby

      Huesman Schreiber Masonry, LLC, Glyndon MN

      Quality Concrete, Inc., Fargo

      Timber Ridge Exteriors, LLC, Rochester MN

  • Approve Contractor License Renewals:

      I’ll Tile & Stone, Inc.                                                                                                               

      LS Drywall, Inc.

      Magnum Electric, Inc.

      Morton Buildings, Inc.

      Ray Nelson Construction

  • Approve Alcohol Beverage License Renewals:

      Mosby LLC dba Boomers Corner Keg                                                                                      

      Bridges Bar & Grill

      Brockopp Brewing LLC

      Captains Pub LLC dba Captains Pub

      Casa Valley Inc. dba Casa Mexico Restaurant

      Dakota Silver LLC.

      FOE Aerie 2192 dba Eagles Club

      Jimmy’s Pizza

      My Bar

      North 9 Bar & Grille LLC

      Sabirs

      TBD Inc dba Sky Lanes Bowling Alley

      Texkota LLC dba Tavern 94

      ARP14 LLC dba The Clubhouse

      Larson Enterprises dba The Labor Club

      The Liquor Locker

      The Reserve at Woodland

  • Approve Tobacco License Renewals:

Gary & Ronald Peterson dba Brothers III Sport’s                                                                                  

Casey’s Retain Company dba Casey’s General Store #3363

County Bottle Shop Inc. dba The Liquor Locker

Dakota Silver LLC dba Dakota Silver

Family Dollar LLC dba Family Dollar #27662

Farmer’s Union Oil Company of Moorhead MN dba Petro Serve USA #071

Farmer’s Union Oil Company of Moorhead MN dba Petro Serve USA #072

Farmer’s Union Oil Company of Moorhead MN dba Petro Serve USA #073

FOE Aerie 2192 dba Eagles Club

Larson Enterprises LLC dba The Labor Club

Leevers Foods Inc. dba Leevers Foods

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. dba Love’s Travel Stop #849

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

 

Public Comments

This portion of the meeting provides a limited public forum for Valley City residents, property owners and business owners to address the Board of City Commissioners on topics related to City business.  Interested persons must submit a comment card with the individual’s name, address, and the topic to be commented upon. Non-residents must provide the address of the City of Valley City business the individual operates or works at or the address of real property which the individual owns within the City of Valley City. Comments cards must be provided to the meeting secretary and approved prior to speaking. Public comments are limited solely to business matters and concerns pertinent to the City.

The following rules apply to Public Comments:

  • Limited to five minutes per speaker.
  • Must not interfere with the orderly conduct of the meeting.
  • Must not be defamatory, abusive, harassing, or unlawful.
  • May be prohibited if an alternative procedure exists to bring that particular type of public comment before the City, the public comment includes confidential or exempt information, or the public comment is otherwise prohibited by law.

Submission of written comments: In lieu of speaking, a written comment may be delivered to the meeting secretary prior to the start of the meeting. Written comments are limited to two pages. Any member of the public seeking to comment without attending in person may submit written comments to jhintz@valleycity.us. Written comments hand delivered at the time of the meeting or emailed prior to 4:00 pm on the date of the meeting will be distributed to the Board for their information and maintained in City files.  Written comments are not read aloud at the meeting

 

Public Hearing

  1. Open Public Hearing Regarding Changes to the Application for 2025 – 2035 Renaissance Zone Development Plan. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                                         

Motion to Close Hearing.

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

Approve Changes to the Application for 2025 – 2035.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  • Open Public Hearing on Violation of Tobacco License 2024-5 – Petro Serve USA #071

Motion to Close Hearing.                                                                                                                     

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

Consider Suspension of Tobacco License 2024-5 – Petro Serve USA #071

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Ordinance

ORD 1172. An ordinance to amend and reenact sections 8-07-10, 11-02-08, and 11-03-10 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to mobile homes.                                                                                                             

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

Resolution

RES 2493 A Resolution to Approving 2025-2065 Renaissance Zone. (City Administrator Crawford)       

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

RES 2494 A Resolution Setting Bond of City Auditor. (Finance Director Klein)                                     

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

New Business

NB1.Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,853,730.           

            Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB2. Public Library Yearly Update. (Library Board President Van Gijssel)                               

NB3. Approve Phil Mueller to the Valley City-Barnes County Library Board for the 2025-2027 Term.

            Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB4. Approve Dacotah Bank as City Credit Card Issuer, Effective July 1st, 2025. (Finance Director Klein)

            Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB5. Approve Funding of the Infrastructure for 12th St & 9th Ave NW. (City Administrator Crawford)

            Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

            NB6. Approve Permanent Flood Protection Buyout of Single-family Home and Garage at 1136 2nd Street SE for             $43,010.00. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                               

            Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB7. Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Paving Improvement District No. 129 & 132 – 2025 Seal Coat. (City Engineers)                                                                                                          

            Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB8.   Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 72 – Sanitary Reline, Point Repairs & Manhole Rehab. (City Engineers)                                            

            Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB9. Approve ND DWR Construction Cost-Share Application for Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV. (City Engineer)                                                                                                                                

            Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB10. Approve ND DWR Pre-Construction Cost-Share Application for Design Engineering for Permanent Flood Protection Phase V & VI. (City Engineer)                                                                       

            Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn