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Dave Carlsrud

12.01.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Greetings Everyone, 

  • There have been a number of instances this fall where vehicles have ignored school bus stop arm signs.  Stopping is the law, it is NOT a suggestion!  Worse than breaking the law, there is a chance you could kill a child, not something with which any of us would want to live.  PLEASE respect the stop arm law.
  • Winter weather seems to have arrived in Valley City as well as much of North and South Dakota.  Though I am hardly ever ready for the first snow, the very white blanket of insulating snow we have is quite pretty.
  • I am grateful for the “Merry & Bright Carolers” who caroled along the Parade of Lights route and presented a few numbers at the Lighting Ceremony in Veterans Park.  Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
  • Winter snow and ice events create especially hazardous driving conditions, even in town.  Our street crews do a great job cleaning snow and treating ice, remember the down town area and emergency routes are done FIRST.  Residential areas are later, we in those areas need to live with rough and icy roads until crews can reach us.  Generally winter driving needs to be a bit slower to be safe.
  • Valley City’s Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights was held Saturday.  A wonderful crowd on a beautiful light snowy, cool night about which Kaleen said “It was like a Hallmark Movie” was there for the parade, visiting friends and of course, parade candy.  Thank you to all who constructed and shared parade units.
  • Kudos to our Electric Department for great design and installation of the beautiful lighting in Veterans Park and City Hall Park.  Congratulations Hatley Thoreson, winner of the Christmas in the Valley Button artwork.  He had the honor of throwing the “master switch” to illuminate Veterans Park.  Thank you Hatley
  • I hope your Thanksgiving was as Blessed as ours.  Sue made a great meal for a group of family and friends which we followed with dessert, visiting and some football.  We are grateful for family and friends.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family.”     ~ Unknown

        Blessings, Prayer, Respect and Gratitude,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

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10.21.2025 Finance Meeting Minutes

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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, Deputy Auditor Johnson, Police Chief Horner

Agenda Items

Overview of the 2024 Audit Report by Brady Martz
Matt Laughlin presented the audit, reporting a clean (unmodified) opinion.

Review Monthly Expenditure Reports
Expenditures were reviewed with no major concerns. Notable items included sanitary sewer relining and service center bills. Everything is tracking as expected.

Quarterly Engineer Report
Engineering costs are in line with the budget. Public Works site engineering is a major component.

Update on Viking Trailer Court
David Wick reported on completed drainage improvements and plans for 2025. A proposed plan from the engineer is expected by December and will report back full project completion is estimated to take at least five years.

Discuss Renewing School Resource Officer Contract
The SRO contract will be renewed for five years with updated school contributions due to inflation. Payment terms will shift to biannual (January and August).

Discuss Master Police Officer Position
A new Master Officer role will replace two sergeant positions, offering advancement opportunities and integrating FTO duties. The change is budget-neutral and supports retention.

Discuss Series F, Red River Valley Water Supply Project
No immediate action required; further discussion will occur later.

Discuss Extension of City Administrator’s Contract
The Commission expressed strong support for Gwen Crawford. Commissioner Erickson inquired if contract could be extended to 2030.

Discuss Bids for Northwest Area Water System Improvements
Three contracts totaling $3.47M were awarded, with a total project cost of $4.3M. The city’s share is $1.7M, with a $500K buy-down. A 2% water rate increase will cover the bond repayment. The Commission agreed to include the alternate bid for removing the National Guard water tower, contingent on cost-share approval.

Discuss Water Tower Surcharge Amount
A $1.90 monthly surcharge was recommended (instead of $2.00) to cover the bond repayment. This will be included in the January billing cycle.

Discuss Status of Phase IV PFP
Final plan review is scheduled for mid-November. Bidding is expected before or after Christmas. Funding is in place.

Discuss Permitting of Concrete Work and Regulation of Stormwater Management
The Commission discussed requiring permits for new concrete work and drainage plans for elevated construction in floodplains. Ordinance updates will be drafted for review.

Department Reports

Sanitation Department Forman Swart reported landfill software goes live Nov. 3. Credit card payments are increasing. Electronic recycling event planned for January.

Water Department Projects are on hold pending final approvals. Lead line inventory submitted.

Electric Department Electrical Superintendent Senf reported no major updates; awaiting foundation work.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson reported they have received $179,850 FEMA grant for bunker gear. Fire Prevention Week was a success.

Police Department Police Chief Horner reported 787 calls for service. Community engagement and active shooter training were highlights.

Street Department Operations Superintendent Klemisch reported hydrant flushing and snow equipment prep underway.

Administration

City Administrator Crawford discussed buyout policy exceptions and long-term planning for floodplain properties.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 PM.

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11.4.2025 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Police Chief Horner

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Removed: Resolution 2505. A Resolution Approving Conditional Use Permit Auditors Lot 1 and the 360’ of the E 820’ of Auditor’s Lot 2 NW1/4 Section 32-140-58 (to be placed on the next agenda)
Added to Consent Agenda: Raffle permit for VCSU American Fisheries Society Student Subunit
Added to New Business:

  • NB2: Approve purchase of parcel 63-6040144 for $871.03

Motionto approve agenda changes by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.
Roll Call: Erickson – Yes; Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes Motion passed

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

A. Approve Minutes from the October 21, 2025, Finance & Commission Meetings
B. Approve Local Contractor Application
 a. Escape Fire Protection, Inc. – Vadnais Heights, MN
 b. Tecta America Dakotas – Fargo, ND
C. Approve Gaming Site Authorization License
 a. ND Chapter of Delta Waterfowl, Inc.
 b. Valley Twisters Gymnastics Club, Inc.
D. Approved Raffle Permit
 a. VCSU Fisheries Society Subunit

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.
Roll Call: Erickson – Yes; Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes Motion passed

PUBLIC HEARING

Opened Public Hearing for Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Bon Bon Café

No one appeared for the public hearing.

Motion to close public hearing by Commissioner Magnuson, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.
Roll Call: Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Erickson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes      Motion passed

Motion to approve Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for Bon Bon Café by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.
Roll Call: Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Erickson – Yes; Gulmon – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes      Motion passed

RESOLUTION

Motion to approve RESOLUTION 2506: A Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of $600,000 Wastewater Treatment Improvement Warrant, Series 2025 by Commissioner Gulmon, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. These funds will be used for the special assessments in the Sanitary Sewer Reline Project No. 72
Roll Call: Erickson – Yes; Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes         Motion passed

NEW BUSINESS

NB1. Motion to approve changes to Employee Policy and Procedure Manual by Commissioner Gulmon, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.
Roll Call: Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Erickson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes          Motion passed

NB2. Approve purchase of parcel 63-6040144 for $871.03
Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. This parcel is on the Barnes County Real Estate Forfeited for Delinquent Taxes list and the City would like to purchase for a future project.
Roll Call: Erickson – Yes; Gulmon – Yes; Bishop – Yes; Magnuson – Yes; Carlsrud – Yes        Motion passed

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford reported on Service Center updates

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

City Engineer Peterson presented updates on sanitary sewer reline project.

City Attorney Martineck reported on City employee updates and openings

Adjourn

Meeting adjourned at 5:15 PM.

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10.21.2025 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, Police Chief Horner.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

No Changes.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 10.7.2025 Commission & 10.10.2025 Special Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Extension of City Administrator’s Contract.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of extending the City Administrator contract to 2030 instead of 2029, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

RES 2503. A Resolution Authorizing Bids for Cropland Lease – Auditor’s Lot 2 NE1/4 31-140-58 and Auditor’s Lot 1 NW1/4 32-140-58.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve Authorizing Bids for Cropland Lease with a $70 per acre minimum bid, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2504. A Resolution Establishing Fee for Water Tower Infrastructure.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve Water Tower Infrastructure fee of $1.90 per water meter, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

  • Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $3,569,764.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

  • Approve 2024 Audit Report prepared by Brady Martz.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

  • Approval of Master Police Officer position.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

  • Approve 2026-2030 School Resource Officer Contract.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

N5. Approve ND DWR Construction Cost-Share Application for Northwest Standpipe Replacement Project. 

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

N6. Approve Award – Northwest Area Water System Improvements. 

Pending funding approval. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the Northwest Area Water System Project bids as follows Contract 1: Maguire Iron, Inc. in the amount of $2, 749,000.00, Contract A: Maguire Iron, Inc. in the amount of $165,000.00, Contract 2: Swanberg Construction in the amount of $545,954.00, Contract 3: Hi-Line Electric in the amount of $176,901.00, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Motion passed unanimously.

N7. Approve Amendment to Section A.2.3.1 of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with McGough Construction — Substantial Completion Date October 19, 2026.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford reported that the standing pile of soil from the new Service Center location site has been hauled to the permitted site. We received official word that the grant we had been working on for the transmission line replacement has been approved in the amount of $715,468.

ADJOURN – 5:23 P.M.

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12.02.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, December 02, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, December 02, 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/83961165836 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  839 6116 5836.

Next Resolution No. 2507            Next Ordinance No. 1185

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 November 18, 2025 Finance Meeting and Commission Meeting
  2. Approve Contractors License
    1. Precision Concrete Cutters INC
  3. Approve Tree Trimming and Removal License
    1. Ross’ Tree Service
    1. Ground to Sky
  4. Approve Local Permit
    1. Raffle – VCSU Trap Club
    1. Raffle Board – Laine Schwehr Road to Recovery Benefit

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 tplecity@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

Ordinance

  1.  Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1181 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Lots 1-16, Block 22, Root’s Addition, City of Valley City. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  •  Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1182 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Auditor’s Lot 1 and the S360’ of the E820’ of Auditor’s Lot 2 Both of the NW ¼ of Section 32-140N-58W, Barnes County. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  •  First Reading of Ordinance 1183 To Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-01 and 7-01-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code Related to Building Permits. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  •  First Reading of Ordinance 1184 to amend and reenact sections 10-01-03 and subsection 2 of section 10-05-02 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to stormwater permits. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Set 2026 Commission Meeting Dates, Planning and Zoning Meetings, and Tax Equalization Meeting (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:         Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Firm Electric Service Contract (No. 14-UGPR-1004) with Western Area Power Administration (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB3. Approve Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Designated Entity Contract (No. 25-UGPR-95) with Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:         Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB4. Approve Public Assistance Grant Program Subgrant Agreement for FEMA-4888-DR and Designate Finance Director Klein as the Primary Agent and City Administrator Crawford as the Alternate Agent (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:         Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB5.Approve Task Order for Preliminary & Design Engineering for 2026 Pavement Improvement Project (Various Locations). (City Engineer Petersen)

Roll Call:         Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB6. Approve IIJA Grid Resilience Grant (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:         Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Dave Carlsrud

11.24.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Hi Folks, 

  • Congratulations to the Valley City High School Volleyball Team on its runner-up finish in the North Dakota High School Activities State Tournament.  Achievements like these “Take a Village”, players, coaches, administration and fans have all contributed in some way to the season’s success.
  • Thanksgiving originated with a harvest feast in 1621 with the Wampanoag people and English settlers in Plymouth, Massachusetts.  Thanksgiving today is one of sharing gratitude, feasting, and spending time with family.  “I come from a family where gravy is considered a beverage.” ~ Erma Bombeck.  Blessings to all.
  • Saturday will be “Christmas in the Valley” with activities downtown beginning at noon.  The day will be capped at 6:00 by the Holiday Light Parade followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Valley City’s Veterans Park. 
  • The Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation (VCBCDC) enjoyed very good attendance for its annual meeting at Sabir’s.  A nice lunch, introductions of board members, a panel discussion were all parts of the informative program.  The VCBCDC is continually identifying opportunities to aid businesses, ease costs for home building etc. in Valley City and throughout Barnes County.  Thank you all for serving.
  • The Barnes County Salvation Army “Red Kettle Campaign” is underway.  Funds from the campaign aid people in “bridging the gap” from hard times to being self-sufficient.  To participate by “ringing the bell”, please call Lenora at 701-840-1357 or Naomi at 701-541-1418.  Thank you.
  • DO NOT throw pumpkins or other gourds in the garbage as they are very heavy increase costs, please put them in the 24-7 Grass Site. 
  • For holidays occurring during the week, the garbage pickup schedule may be altered and will usually be the day before or after said holiday.  Be sure to have your container out by 7:00 AM with garbage bagged.  For schedule changes please visit the city’s Facebook page, Instagram page, Newsdakota, Times-Record or call 701-840-0380.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer.”     ~ Maya Angelou

        Blessings, Prayer, Respect and Gratitude,

Dave Carlsrud

Dave Carlsrud

11.17.2025 Mayor’s Message

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Hello Everybody, 

  • Here we are, a little more than a week before Thanksgiving and our weather forecast is in the 40’s.  Enjoy, as not every fall season is this pleasant.
  • More and more beautiful Thanksgiving Decorations are showing up around town.  One family has warm decorations on the front of their house, a delightful mural covering the whole side of the garage and all is crowned with an American Flag.  Thank you to all who have made time to beautify our city.
  • Valley City State University (VCSU) and North Dakota State University will be searching for new presidents.  VCSU’s Dr. Al LaFave is moving to Northern State University and NDSU’s Dr. David Cook is moving to Iowa State University.  “Every end is the result of a new beginning” ~ Unknown
  • Last week at our Valley City School Board meeting, it was voted to extend the School Resource Officer (SRO) partnership with the city of Valley City.  SRO Sean Hagen protects, builds relationships and provides good guidance for our students.  Thank you everyone.
  • I attended a meeting where a topic was “Giving Back”.  Churches, schools, charities, hospitals, committees for each of the aforementioned and more provide opportunities for all of us to give back.  Monetary, clerical, committees, cleaning, yard work are some ways we can help the entities that helped us over time.  Please give serious thought to giving back, thank you.
  • We are moving into a new winter sports season with players, coaches and fans full of anticipation going forward.  At the high school level, play, coaching and officiating aren’t perfect.  Too many times, fans unduly criticize players, coaches and officials.  Playing sports is not a right, it is a privilege.  Coaches invest hundreds of hours in preparation and practice time so students can have teams on which to play.  Game officials aren’t perfect, even college and professional game officials miss calls, but they too invest much time working to be the best they can be.      “Without coaches and officials, it is just intramural.”  Respect given from all involved is needed to provide a positive experience for our youth.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.“     ~ John Fitzgerald Kennedy

        Blessings, Prayer, Respect and Gratitude,

Dave Carlsrud

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11.18.2025 Commission Meeting Agenda

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The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 18, 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/85013757198 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  850 1375 7198

Call To Order

Roll Call:

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

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

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the November 04, 2025.
  2. Approve Local Contractors License
    1. Freeman Trades
  3. Approve Application for Local Permit (Raffle)
    1. VCSU Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society
    1. S.H.I.N.E Dance Team

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 tplecity@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 Ordinance 1181 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Lots 1-16, Block 22, Root’s Addition, City of Valley City.

Motion to Close Hearing

Roll Call:   Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud 

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1181 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Lots 1-16, Block 22, Root’s Addition, City of Valley City.

Roll Call:   Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud 

  • Open Public Hearing Regarding First Reading of Ordinance 1182 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Auditor’s Lot 1 and the S360’ of the E820’ of Auditor’s Lot 2 Both of the NW ¼ of Section 32-140N-58W, Barnes County.

Motion to Close Hearing

Roll Call:   Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud 

Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1182 to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map Auditor’s Lot 1 and the S360’ of the E820’ of Auditor’s Lot 2 Both of the NW ¼ of Section 32-140N-58W, Barnes County.

Roll Call:   Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud 

  • Open Public Hearing Regarding Liquor License Application for Sho3 LLC dba Econo Lodge

Motion to Close Hearing

Roll Call:   Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud 

Approve Application for Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Sho3 LLC dba Econo Lodge.

 

Roll Call:   Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud 

Ordinance

Resolution

Resolution No 2505 a Resolution Approving Conditional Use Permit Auditors Lot 1 and the S 360’ of the E 820’ of Auditor’s Lot 2 NW¼ Section 32-140-58

Roll Call:         Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud 

New Business

NB1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $3,275,415

            Roll Call:         Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud 

NB2. Approve Employee Assistance Program Contract Renewal – The Village

Roll Call:         Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud 

NB3.  Rescind Approval of Resolution 2503, A Resolution Authorizing Bids for Cropland Lease – Auditor’s Lot 2 NE1/4 31-140-58 and Auditor’s Lot 1 NW1/4 32-140-58

Roll Call:         Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud 

NB4.  Approve Addendum to Farm Lease for One Year Pursuant to Contract Dated April 18, 2024 — Auditor’s Lot 2 NE1/4 31-140-58 and Auditor’s Lot 1 NW1/4 32-140-58

Roll Call:         Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud 

NB5. 2026 MRES REC Elections

Roll Call:         Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud 

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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11.18.2025 Finance Agenda

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The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND. 

Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84036571683 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 840 3657 1683

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Review monthly bills/reports (Finance Director Klein)
  2. Discuss SIRN Tower Conditional Use Permit
  3. Transportation Plan Update – Will Hutchings
  4. Discuss Previous Authorization of Bids for Cropland Lease – Auditor’s Lot 2 NE1/4 31-140-58 and Auditor’s Lot 1 NW1/4 32-140-58
  5. Discuss NDDOT Special Road Fund
  6. 2026 MRES REC Election Form (City Administrator Crawford)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

  1. Sanitation Department
  2. Water Department
  3. Electric Department
    • AI Facilities
  4. Fire Department/Blighted & Dangerous Buildings
  5. Police Department
  6. Street Department
  7. Administration
    • Building Permit Report
    • Court Report

Adjourn

Dave Carlsrud

11.10.2025 Mayors Message

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Greetings All, 

  • Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed November 11th annually in the United States.  *This date recognizes the anniversary of World War I ending on the Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month, 1918.  The national ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, like many local ceremonies across the nation, take place November 11th at 11:00 a.m.  Share your gratitude, say “Thank you” to all veterans, all year.  Always remember the heroes who made the supreme sacrifice as well.
  • With the change to Central Standard Time, Yogi Berra might say, “It gets late early now”!
  • Last week managing electrical power usage at peak times to avoid demand charges (thousands of $$$) was mentioned.  If we minimize using dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers during peak times, it will help.
  • The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored its annual “Save a Buck, Spend Some Doe” celebration for those who weren’t out deer hunting!  There were lots of people uptown, enjoying each other along with complimentary treats while seeking bargain purchases.  Thanks to all our Valley City businesses.
  • The Valley City Parks & Recreation (VCPR) had a girls’ basketball tournament in addition to other activities in town over the weekend.  There were players and parents all around town savoring the opportunities to enjoy Valley City and the VCPR event.
  • The American Public Power Association (APPA) is celebrating eighty-five years of serving public power and as many of you know, Valley City is a public power community.  In September of 1940, public power leaders from across the United States gathered in Washington D.C. to officially form the APPA.  That event was followed in October by its first board of directors meeting in Kansas City launching APPA service. 
  • We have some American Linden trees that have been “holding” their leaves …. until the hard freezes last weekend!  Now we have leaves all over the place so leaf cleanup is imminent.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “Time and good friends are two things that become more valuable the older you get.”             ~ Unknown

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave