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03.16.2026 Finance Meeting Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Monday March 16, 2026

Called to Order

President Dave Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 2:30pm

Roll Call  

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson (called out from 2:54 – 3:11pm), Commissioner Gulmon. Commissioner Erickson

Others present: City Administrator Crawford (via zoom), City Attorney Martineck, Deputy Auditor Johnson

Agenda Items

Review monthly bills/reports totaling $1,454,710.87

Discuss Assessment Notices

City Assessor Drabus informed the commissioners of a letter being sent out with the 2025 city property value and proposed 2026 city property value.  These notices use to be sent by the county and are now being sent by the city.

Discuss Water Tower Logo

City Administrator Crawford reported to commission about water tower designs.

Discuss Request for $60,000 for two homes funded through the City Sales Tax dedicated to economic development and up to $20,000 funded through the City’s Enterprise Fund.

Department Reports

City Engineer Petersen reported on permanent flood protection phases 4, 5 & 6.

Sanitation Department Supervisor Swart reported the container count and gave update on Electric Clean up prices.  This year we did lose a little because prices went up for us to dispose of the electronics.

Water Department Water Superintendent Hesch

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf advised that there were no outages for February. The guys have been working on tree removal & clearing the lines. Spending a little time with cleaning up the Winter Show line and removing the platform currently used. Removing a 3phase line near the Fish Hatchery as well.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson shared last month’s report with only 8 general calls for service however, there were 22 pages of Chief calls. Saturday night is the annual fundraiser for the Fire Department.

Police Department Police Chief Horner reported on calls for service for February. The department recently coordinated with the Highway Patrol to conduct a K-9 drug detection sweep within the school system. Lieutenant Rustebakke and Sergeant Knight have successfully completed the Leadership and Police Organizations (LPO) course. Progress is also being made on the implementation of the new SIREN radio system.

Street Department Operations Supervisor Klemischreported on a water line repair that was done last week.  Pothole filling will begin soon depending on weather.  Crew put some sandbags up on Loves Hill to try to help with water going over the road but the sandbags were hit and knocked around within a day or so.

City Administer Crawford gave a reminder to look at water towers and see what they like about designs.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 3:45PM.

02.17.2026 Finance Meeting Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

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, City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein

Agenda Items

Review monthly bills/reports.

Discuss Water Tower Logo.  Valley City High School is not interested in placing a logo on the water tower at this time, as they are currently focusing their funds on new school construction.

Discuss appointment of Municipal Judge to fill remainder of term: June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028.  Thomas Goven, the current Municipal Judge, has submitted a letter of resignation, effective June 1, 2026. Discussion to appointment replacement to fill the remainder of his term. Letters will be sent to interested parties, and letters of interest will be requested for review at the March Finance and Commission Meeting.

Discuss appointment and terms of Planning and Zoning Commissioners.  Terms for any appointed committee will begin July 01.

Review Finance Committee Recommendations for Year-end Transfers and Reserve Policy.

Finance Director Klein reviewed 2025 year-end transfers that were discussed by the Finance Committee: Transfer in the amount of $229,876 from 601 (Electric Fund) to 611(Service Center Loan Reserves). Transfer in the amount of $100,000 from Fund 100 (General) to 608 (Street). Transfer in the amount of $537,354 from 601 (Electric) to 608 (Street). Discussed that remaining funds from Refunding Bonds in Funds 357 & 358 will be transferred to Fund 290 (R&R Infrastructure Funds) in 2026 when bonds are paid in full. Discussed Reserves Policy and recommend to strive to maintain 30% operating reserves for both the General Fund and Enterprise Funds. If reserves drop below 25% take measures to either generate additional revenue or reduce expenditures, or a combination of both.

Discuss Employee Holiday and Overtime Pay.

City Administrator Crawford provided an overview on how other cities calculate and pay overtime and holiday hours worked. Our policy is being reviewed by staff and will be brought before the Commission for approval.

Department Reports

Sanitation Department

Sanitation Supervisor Swart wanted to remind everyone to please have patience with the garbage pick-up.  We are training new drivers along with planned and unplanned events may cause delays or changes in routes which means your garbage will not be picked up at the same time every week.  Please wait until after 3pm to call if you believe your garbage has been missed.

Water Department

Water Superintendent Hesch reported Valley City took 2nd place for the ND water tasting contest at the ND Rural Water Expo.

Electric Department

Electrical Superintendent Senf reported on planned work for February, 2025 complete summary outage log, and 2026 outages.

Fire Department

Fire Chief Magnuson reported on chief calls and that the fire department held a pinning ceremony and went well. 

Police Department

Police Chief Horner reported on calls for service, 2025-year end report, and updated commissioners on upcoming trainings for officers.

Street Department

Operations Supervisor Klemisch reported on the 2025 Water Expo Convention he attended and updated Commissioners on waterpipe regulations and new requirements on updating water pipe systems.

Administration

City Administrator Crawford reported that Phase II of the walking path project has been approved to go out for bid in October.

At the Renaissance Zone meeting, discussion was held regarding placing greater emphasis on incentives for single-family homes. Members also discussed possible approaches to assist property owners with homes in disarray and/or the conversion of multifamily homes into single family homes.

A reminder was given that the City’s social media accounts are not monitored for questions or concerns. Residents are encouraged to contact Public Works directly. Calls may be made at any time, and after-hours calls are rerouted to the City’s after-hours phone service to address emergency needs.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:38 PM.

04.07.2026 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 07, 2026
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 07, 2026 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/85785163977 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  857 8516 3977.

Next Resolution No. 2524            Next Ordinance No. 1187

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

MAYOR FOR THE DAY – Elsie Jorissen

Congratulations to Ms. Elsie Jorissen on her winning essay for Mayor for a Day Contest. Elsie is a 3rd Grade Student in Mrs. Breckheimer’s Class at Jefferson Elementary.

GOVERNMENT WEEK PROCLAMATION

Proclaim April 6 – 10, 2026 as City Government Week in Valley City

Department of Water Resources Presentation (Director of DWR, Reice Haase)

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

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 03.16.2026 Finance and Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Contractors License
    1. Valley Lawn & Landscaping LLC
    1. All States Flooring INC
    1. TMI Corporation
    1. Carpco INC/Carpenter Homes
  3. Approve Local Raffle Permit
    1. Kiwanis Valley City
    1. St Kates Knights of Columbus #6438
    1. Valley City Lions Club Raffle
    1. VCSU Foundation – Track & Cross-Country Raffle
    1. VCSU Foundation – Scholarship Auction Raffle
    1. VCPS Music Boosters

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             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

 

Resolution

RES 2523.  Approve amendment to Resolution 2523, A resolution establishing rates and fees for solid waste services.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Approve Valley City Tourism Grant for City of Valley City for $93,000 for shared use walking path to be paid $46,500in 2026 and $46,500 in 2027. (Visitors Committee Chair, Mary Lee Nielson)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Valley City Image Enhancement Grant for $5,800.00 for Mobility Plus Rehab LTD for signage ($2,000) and fencing ($3,800). (Visitors Committee Chair, Mary Lee Nielson)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB3. Approve Request for Funds for the Single-Family Home Buyer Assistance Program by the VCBC Development Corporation in the amount of $60,000 from City Sales Tax dedicated to Economic Development. (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB4. Approve Request for Funds for Single Family Home Buyer Assistance Program by the VCBC Development Corporation in the amount of $20,000 from the City’s Enterprise Fund. (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB5. Approve Changes to Employee Policy and Procedure Manual Regarding Overtime and Holiday Pay (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports

NW Water Tower Construction Schedule (City Engineer)

Adjourn

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03.16.2026 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Monday, March 16, 2026
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Monday, March 16, 2026 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/85247647172 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  852 4764 7172.

Next Resolution No. 2523            Next Ordinance No. 1187

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:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 03.03.2026 Commission Meeting.
  2. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  3. Approve House Movers License
    1. Carrington House Movers LLC
  4. Approve Contractors License
    1. Cash Concrete
  5. Approve Local Permit for Raffle
    1. Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce

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

Resolution

RES 2522, A Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving 133. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,454,710.87

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Quotes for Custodial Maintenance Services and Authorize City Administrator to Negotiate and Enter into Contract According to Terms of RFQ (City Attorney Martineck)     

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Agenda Available

03.16.2026 Finance Meeting Agenda

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The City Finance Meeting will begin on Monday, March 16, 2026 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/83694900323 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 836 9490 0323

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Review monthly bills/reports. (Finance Director Klein)
  2. Discuss Assessment Notices (City Assessor Drabus)
  3. Discuss Water Tower Logo (City Administrator Crawford)
  4. Discuss Request for $60,000 for two homes funded through the City Sales Tax dedicated to economic development and up to $20,000 funded through the City’s Enterprise Fund. (VCBCDC Jennifer Feist).

DEPARTMENT REPORTS.

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

Adjourn

03.03.2026 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, March 03, 2026
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 03, 2026 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/89814377257 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  898 1437 7257.

Next Resolution No. 2522             Next Ordinance No. 1187

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 02.17.2026 Finance and Commission Meeting
  2. Approve Contractors License
    1. JLXterior LLC
  3. Approve Tree Removal Service License
    1. Carrs Tree Service Inc
  4. Approve Special Event Raffle Permit
    1. Disabled American Veterans Raffle Permit
    1. Education Foundation for Valley City Public Schools
    1. VCHS DECA

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

New Business

NB1. Approve NDDOT Project No. SU-CRP-2-990(062)/SU-CRP-2-990(063)/HEU-2-990(064) – 2nd Ave NE/3rd St NE/3rd Ave NE Reconstruction and 8th Ave SW Flashing Beacon (City Engineer).

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB2. Approve PW 2026 Budget Amendments (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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02.03.2026 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, February 03, 2026

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

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Gulmon, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Magnuson, City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 01.20.2026 Finance and Commission meetings.
  2. Approve Contractors License
    1. Lemke Home Improvement INC
    1. 5:9 Woodworks & Carpentry LLC
    1. Legacy Plumbing
  3. Approve Local Permits
    1. Sanford Valley City Clinic Raffle Permit
    1. ND Quarter Horse Association Raffle Permit
    1. ND Cowboy Hall of Fame Raffle Permit
    1. Ducks Unlimited Raffle Permit
    1. VCSU Foundation/Booster Board Raffle Permit
    1. Harvest for Hunger Raffle Permit
    1. Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals Raffle Permit

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call: Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Ordinance

Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1186 to Amend and Reenact Sections 22-01-03 and 22-01-04(2)(e) of the Valley City Municipal Code Related to Gaming Application Fees.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Gulmon, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2517, A Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule Re Local Gaming and Restricted Gaming Permit Applications.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Approve Resolution 2518, A Resolution Approving Subarea Transportation Plan Amendment to Valley City 2045 Comprehensive and Transportation Plan.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Magnuson, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call: Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes           Motion passed

Approve Resolution 2519, a Resolution Establishing Rates and Fees for Solid Waste Services.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Approve Resolution 2509, A Resolution Appointing City of Valley City Representative to Missouri Energy Services.

City Commissioners discussed appointing City Administrator Crawford as representative to MRES.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Gulmon, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Roll Call: Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

New Business

Approve Amendment to Standard Insurance Long Term Disability Policy.  

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Approve request of Valley City Tourism Board to use cash reserves in the amount of $10,000 for a grant to VCPR for the Recreation Bridge at Bjornson Golf Course.

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Abstain; Carlsrud-Yes      Motion passed

Approve Lease Agreement with Valley City Rural Fire Protection District for Premises of Valley City Fire Department (2026-2030).

Motion to approve by Commissioner Bishop, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call: Magnuson-Yes; Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

Approve amendment to Resolution 2516 authorizing the issuance and sale of $1,500,000 Water Treatment Revenue Bond, Series 2026.

Resolution was amended with a 30-year debt schedule instead of 20 years. Motion to approve by Commissioner Gulmon, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Roll Call: Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes          Motion Passed

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford reported that the Public Works Service Center project is progressing as planned and remains within budget.  The public meeting for Paving Project 133 was productive, and community members asked good questions.
City Updates & Commission Reports

City Engineer Eslinger reported that the water tower contracts have been signed and the next step is setting up preconstruction meetings with the contractors to obtain project schedules from each contractor.
Adjourn

Meeting adjourned at 5:16pm

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02.17.2026 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 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/87018244355 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  870 1824 4355

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:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Minutes from the 02.03.2026 Commission Meeting.
  2. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  3. Approve Tree Trimming License
    • Renewal – Morehouse Enterprises LLC
  4. Approve Contractors License
    • Northern Plains Window LLC
  5. Approve Special Event Permits – Raffle
    • Sheyenne Red River Rodeo Club
    • Dakota State Eagles
    • St. Catherine School

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        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.

Resolution

RES 2520 Approve Resolution 2520, A Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 133. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

RES 2521 Approve Resolution 2521. A Resolution Approving Final Plans, Specifications, and Estimation of Probable Costs for Paving Improvement District No. 133. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud  

New Business

  • Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,100,912. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud          

  • Approve Applications for Abatement of Taxes for the City of Valley City (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  • Approve Applications for Abatement of Taxes for Thundering Saints Inc (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

  • Approve Application for Abatement of Taxes for Valley City Public School District No. 2 (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud  

  • Approve Recommendation from Renaissance Zone Authority Board to approve four applications from Bridgetown Development LLP for a 5-year State Income Tax Exemption and 5-year Property Tax Exemption Capped at $500,000, and designate them as VC-141, VC-142, VC-143 and VC-144 (City Assessor Drabus)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  • Approve Purchase of 1139 10th Street SW for $19,580 Pursuant to Permanent Flood Protection Acquisition Plan (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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02.17.2026 Finance Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 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/83240763018 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 832 4076 3018

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Review monthly bills/reports. (Finance Director)
  2. Discuss Water Tower Logo (City Engineer)
  3. Discuss appointment of municipal judge to fill remainder of term: June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028 (City Attorney)
  4. Discuss appointment and terms of Planning and Zoning Commissioners (City Attorney)
  5. Review Finance Committee Recommendations for Year-end Transfers and Reserve Policy. (Finance Director)
  6. Discuss Employee Holiday and Overtime Pay (City Administrator)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

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

Adjourn

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01.20.2026 Finance Meeting Minutes

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Called to Order

President Dave Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 2:30pm

Roll Call  

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

Others present: City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein

Agenda Items

EXECUTIVE SESSION – ATTORNEY CONSULTATION

Roll Call: Erickson-Yes; Gulmon-Yes; Bishop-Yes; Magnuson-Yes; Carlsrud-Yes

Discuss August 2025 Elks Apartment Building Flooding

Review Monthly Expenditures Reports.

Quarterly Engineer Report.

Discuss 2026 Public Works Capital and Operations Budget

City Administrator Crawford reviewed the 2026 Public works budget.

Discuss Garbage Rate Changes. Fargo Landfill started to charge $15 per mattress brought into their landfill. Discussion to begin charging for mattresses at Transfer Station to begin as soon as possible. 

Discuss Reserves Policy

City Administrator Crawford, Street Superintendent Klemisch, and Sanitation Supervisor Swart reported on the increase prices from Fargo landfill and the new charging of mattresses that are brought in. Discussion was had on coming up with a Reserves Policy for the utility funds. The Finance Committee will come back with a recommendation.

Discuss Preliminary Subdivision Paving Improvement Costs

City Engineer Petersen provided cost estimates for paving 8th Ave SE going to Waterfront Meadows and also paving the Waterfront Meadow Subdivision. The Auditor’s Department will put together a list of what the special assessments would come to in the area.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS.

Sanitation Department

Sanitation Supervisor Swart reported on the Electronic Disposal Week and how well it went. She hopes to have another week later this year. We had several residents ask about having another week or think about doing something more long term.  The number on your garbage can is unique to your address so reminder to homeowners to keep your number in case the container blows away or over to the neighbors and you can tell whose is whose.  Discuss commercial tree disposal. 

Fire Department

Fire Chief Magnuson prepared a report on dangerous buildings, they gave notice to Scott Cole.

Administration

City Administrator Crawford discussed bringing back the holiday train together with Tourism and the Development corp.  They are researching what regulations are needed and if there is a chance to get this back to Valley City.

Mary Lee, Chair of Visitors Committee updated commission on Image Enhancement applications

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourn at 4:41pm