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10.15.2024 Commission Minutes

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
VALLEY CITY, NORTH DAKOTA
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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, Deputy Auditor Johnson, Police Chief Horner, Administrative Assistant Hintz.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Add N3. Consider the Visitors Committee recommendation to approve the Image Enhancement Grant
Application for Grotberg Electric.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve the addition, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Approve Minutes from the 10. 1.2024 Finance & Commission Meetings.
Approve Local Event Permits for Raffles:
Dakota Riders Motorcycle Club Raffle for 12. 14.2024 at the Eagles Club.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Layne Glines, representing Healthy Food Ingredients, spoke about their water drainage concerns.
Discussion on previous and current drainage areas of concern. The consensus of the Commission was to ask the Engineer to look into possible cost-effective solutions to the drainage concerns and bring them to the November 19, 2024, Commission Meeting.
ORDINANCE
Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1162 an Ordinance to amend and reenact section 7-03-04 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to event permits.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1163, an Ordinance to create and enact section 7-04-23 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to prohibited camping.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1164, an Ordinance to create and enact a new section of chapter 11-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to a university zoning district.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION
Approve Resolution 2457, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrants, Series 2024 A, B, and C for Paving Improvement District No. 128, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 69, and Water Main Improvement District No. 105.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the amount of $3,018,447.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Consider request for an early pay out of the final payment of $60,000. to the SRVSB-Water Trail.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
Consider the Visitors Committee recommendation to approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for Grotberg Electric in the amount of up to $7500. for renovations to the exterior of the current building at 1109 West Main St.
Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
City Administrator Crawford reminded all with the changes in temperatures happening, you can do different things to help yourself out. People are asking, with Electric, when the 30/30 will be starting for Utilities. The process is determined daily on air and ground temperature. There is no start date set. Construction projects are coming to an end and City Engineer Peterson will give the updates. Lead Line Letters will be going out regarding lines; this notice is required by the state.
City Engineer Peterson gave an update on the Constuction projects that are winding down around Valley City.
Commissioner Erickson reminded all that Elections are coming up. Get out and vote!
Mayor Carlsrud thanked all the Employees and how they take pride in their work, it shows. Thank you to Steve Urness & Paul McDonald for all your time. Thank you to all of you that serve on our Boards and Committees, your time is very much appreciated. Thank you to the Commissioner for serving your community and your investment in what you do.
ADJOURN
Meeting was adjourned at 5:41 PM.

11.4.2024 Mayor’s Message

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Hello All,

  • We had some rain so the burn ban is off!  YAY, but please be careful when burning as fire can get away quickly.
  • It is our Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Save Some Bucks & Spend Some Doe” celebration this Friday and Saturday.  For those of us who don’t go deer hunting, it’s a great time to head uptown and the weather forecast is favorable.  Check out some stores and visit with folks.  
  • November 11th is Veterans’ Day, a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. The armistice between Allied Nations and Germany went into effect during the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of WWI, “the war to end all wars.”  Thank a veteran.
  • Voting is our responsibility, be an informed voter and be sure to VOTE.
  • Are you familiar with our “Find The Good Life Campaign” in Valley City?  There are so many great things here which I too often take for granted and perhaps you do too.  Anyway, I was guided to the following websites and was amazed, open them and enjoy:  https://www.developvcbc.com/goodlife and https://findthegoodlife.com/cities/valleycity/ . Thanks to all who developed “Find The Good Life Campaign”.
  • What if each of us would commit to executing three acts of kindness this week, how many people would be touched….?  Perhaps help someone pick-up leaves, make a friendly phone call to someone you haven’t visited for a while, treat someone to coffee or bring your special someone a flower?  “Kindness is contagious”. 
  • Are you contemplating a career, research “Careers in Energy” at getintoenergy.org.  There are a variety of rewarding careers in the energy industry. It could be for you!
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “The ballot is stronger than the bullet.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud      

11.5.2024 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, November 5, 2024
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 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/86490341293 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  864 9034 1293.

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 Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  2. Approve Minutes from the 10.15.2024 Commission Meeting and the 10.21.2024 Special Commission Meeting and the 10.28.2024 Special Commission Meeting.                                                                         
  3. Approve public hearing to consider suspension of alcoholic beverage licenses 2024-B208 and 2024-C209: failure to pay administrative penalty.                                                                                                                
  4. Approve public hearing to consider suspension of alcoholic beverage licenses 2024-B223 and 2024-C224: failure to complete Transfer Paperwork.
  5. Approve Gaming Site Authorization for ND Chapters of Delta Waterfowl Inc on February 22, 2025, at the Eagles.
  6. Approve Raffle Permits for:                                                                                                      
  7. VCSU Trap Shooting Club, Raffle on 4.24.2025 at VCSU.
  8. Education Foundation for VCPS, Raffle & Bingo on 11.21.2024 at VCHS Cafeteria.
  9. VCSU Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society, Raffle on 2.27.25 at VCSU.
  10. Approve 2024-25 Contractor Licenses for:                                                                                 
  11. Olauson Duct Cleaning, Oriska ND – Contractor
  12. Roughrider Signs & Designs, Jamestown, ND – Contractor
  13. DD’S Decks N More, LLC, Barnesville, MN – Contractor

            Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Erickson            Carlsrud

 

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

  • No personal attacks to persons present or not
  • No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
  • 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
  • Thank you for participating in City Government.

Ordinance

  1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1163, an ordinance to create and enact section 7-04-23 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to prohibited camping. (Attorney Martineck)                                  

Roll Call:    Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon            Carlsrud

  • Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1164, an ordinance to create and enact a new section of chapter 11-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to a university zoning district. (Attorney Martineck)        

Roll Call:    Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Erickson           Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Approve 2023 Audit Report prepared by Brady Martz. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:    Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Carlsrud

  • Lease of Vehicle with option to Purchase. Recycling. (Attorney Martineck)                                 

Roll Call:    Gulmon            Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Carlsrud

  • Consider the Visitor’s Committee recommendation to Approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for JBJ Properties in the amount of up to $7500. for the renovations and upgrades to his business at 1010 7th St SE. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                                                           

Roll Call:    Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon            Carlsrud

  • Consider the Visitor’s Committee recommendation to Approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for L & H Shoe Shop in the amount of $350. for the replacement of their storefront banner/sign at 125 Central Ave S. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                                                        

Roll Call:    Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Erickson           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

11.5.2024 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 2:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND. 

Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82256933334 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 822 5693 3334

Call to Order

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
    1. Sanitation Department                                                                                      Water DepartmentElectric Department                                                                                          Fire Department/Dangerous Buildings                                                               Police Department                                                                                            Street Department
    1. Administration
  2. Overview of 2023 Audit Report by Brady Martz (3:00 P.M.) (Finance Director Klein)
  3. Discuss GovCard for City Hall, Police Department & Court. (Finance Director Klein)           
  4. Discuss the annexation of Woodland. (City Administrator Crawford)
  5. Discuss PFP Buyout of 512 E Main. (City Administrator Crawford)
  6. Discuss 2025 Board Meeting Schedule. (Finance Director Klein)                                   
  7. Discuss proposed Public Works Budgets for FY25 (first two attachments). (PW Accountant Jacobson)
  8. Discuss rate increase requests for Public Works (third attachment) (PW Accountant Jacobson)

Adjourn

10.28.2024 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

10/28/2024

Hi Everyone,

  • BURN BAN:  While we had a quarter inch of rain or so, it was more than a week ago, we are DRY and the Burn Ban is still in place!
  • Fun news for the “Open Door Center Art Experience” crew.  Congratulations to all the folks who facilitated the securing of significant grant funding from Sheyenne Valley Community Foundation and the North Dakota Council for the Arts.  Early projects of the Open Door Center Art Experience involved pottery and ceramic painting with the wares being displayed for sale with Thunderbird Ranch Gourmet Foods.  “Hats off” to you all, thank you. 
  • Property Taxes are used for funding senior centers, schools, airports, fire departments, law enforcement, etc. at local levels. There doesn’t seem to be a sustainable funding plan to replace property taxes so the aforementioned local services could be defunded if property taxes are eliminated. 
  • Congratulations to Brenda Klein, finance director for the City of Valley City, as she earned her leadership certification through the Leadership Excellence and Development (LEAD) course. LEAD is a workforce development program presented by Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) helping to ensure valuable leaders are in place for its members. 
  • In 1961 Calvin Griffin moved the Washington Senators baseball team to Minnesota and it became the Minnesota Twins.  Our Dad took my brother and me to a Twins – Yankee Game at Metropolitan Stadium that year.  Seeing the Yankees in those days was special as they were on television often and we knew more players, Maris, Mantle, Berra, Bauer & Skowron to name a few. Some familiar names for the Twins were Killebrew, Allison, Battey, Pascual and Billy Martin (a former Yankee)!  Like you may have heard others say, the stadium grass was the greenest and the field was groomed with a beauty I had never seen.  Thanks Dad.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “I only wear two rings: a wedding ring and my World Series ring“.    ~ Joe Garagiola

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

10.28.2024 Special Commission Minutes

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Monday, October 28, 2024
11:00 AM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on October 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM CT, at City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83831960414 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 838 3196 0414

Call To Order
Roll Call

New Business

NB1.    Approve ND DWR Pre-Construction Cost-Share Application for Design Engineering for Northwest Standpipe Replacement Project. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon            Carlsrud

NB2.    Approve ND DWR Construction Cost-Share Application for Watermain Improvement District No. 106 (2nd St N, 3rd Ave NE and 4th Ave NE). (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon            Carlsrud

NB3.    Approve Local Permit for the Greg Rockneberg Benefit on 11.4.2024 at the Eagles.

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon            Magnuson         Carlsrud

Adjourn

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10.1.2024 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, October 1, 2024



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, Lieutenant Rustebakke, Administrative Assistant Hintz.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Remove Item D-c. in the Consent Agenda. Switch NB4 and NB5 Around.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

MUNICIPAL PUBLIC POWER WEEK PROCLAMATION

The week of October 6 – 11, 2024, is to be proclaimed Municipal Public Power Week. Announce that the National Park Service has deemed Valley City as one of only 8 communities to be designated as an American World War II Heritage City this year.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  2. Approve Minutes from the 9.17.2024 Commission Meeting.                                                   
  3. Approve sponsorship of National Park Service American World War II Program through Barnes County Historical Society.                                                                                                     
  4. Approve Local Event Permits for Raffles:                                                                              
  5. S.H.I.N.E. Raffle for 10.12.2024 at Valley City Eagles Club
  6. Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals Raffle on 12.13.2024 at Handy Hardware 
  7. District 24 GOP Raffle on 12.14.2024 at Alley Beans
  8. Approve 2024-2025 Contractor Licenses for:                                                                         
  9. Steamatic of Grand Forks, ND
  10. Kjelland Excavation of Fingal, ND
  11. H Anderson Concrete, LLC of Fingal, ND
  12. All Seasons Mechanical of Fargo, ND

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING

Public Hearing Regarding Special Assessment Projects:                                                                    

            Paving Improvement District No. 125.

            Water Main Improvement District No. 103.

            Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 67.

            Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 54.

President Carlsrud declared the public hearing open.

There were no protests.

Commissioner Bishop motioned to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 125, Water Main Improvement District No. 103, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 67 and Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 54.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1161 an Ordinance Adopting the 2025 Annual City Budget.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 1162 an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 7-03-04 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to event permits.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

Approve Resolution 2456, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Request for Funding Considerations from the Valley City-Barnes County Development Corporation.   

  1. Small Projects – $27,500
  2. Resource Development Specialist – $216,000 ($70,000/year for 3 years plus $6,000 for current year ended 9/30/2024)
  3. Regional Technology Center – $160,000

Jennifer Feist explained the requests and what the funds are used for. Commissioner Erickson asked if Barnes County contributes to these funds as well and was told that they do not.    

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Settlement Agreement for issue resulting from Construction at 605 5th Street NW.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Consider entering Cooperation Agreement in support of Red River Valley Water Supply Project.

Commissioner Bishop motioned to enter into a Cooperation Agreement at 1cfs potable and 1cfs industrial water with the RRVWSP, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Voluntary Flood Acquisition Program Guidelines.

Attorney Martineck will make the changes discussed at the Finance Meeting and update the current Policy.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Consider offer to sell N15’ of Lot 8, and all of Lot 9, Block 10, Weiser’s Addition to the City of Valley City (231 9th Ave NE), as part of Flood Acquisition Program.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Agreement as previously drafted, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call Vote: Erickson – Nay   Bishop – Nay    Magnuson – Yay    Gulmon – Nay    Carlsrud – Nay. Motion Failed.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to make an offer to purchase 231 9th Ave NE, in the amount of $139,000. and to follow the Flood Acquisition Program Guidelines, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford gave an update on the release of funds for the 2023 December Ice Storm Emergency. Funding was held up do to a software issue.

Finance Director Klein shared that the 2023 Audit is complete and that Brady Martz will be at the November 5th Finance meeting to do a brief overview.

Fire Chief Magnuson reminded us that October 6 – 12 is Fire Prevention Week. Huge thank you to the Team which is made up of 2 full time and 38 volunteers and all they do for the City & County with covering over 15 Townships. A special thank you to the spouses and significant others who support them. You are welcome to visit the Fire Hall anytime. He also shared the dates for the Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive to be held on October 8 & 9 at Stoudt-Miller Car Dealership.

Lieutenant Rustebakke stated that with October upon us, parking restrictions have gone into place regarding boats and campers as well as overnight parking downtown.

City Engineer Peterson gave an update on the Construction projects happening around Valley City.

Commissioner Gulmon reported on the financial position of the City. Sales tax is up 8.4% from last year at this time.

Mayor Carlsrud thanked all the City Employees for their work on cleaning up and preparing for the fall weather. Thank you to those that have been working on the budget & audit and getting that taken care of. Thank you to Steve Urness for his reporting.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 6:05 PM

10.21.2024 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

10/21/2024

Hello Folks,

  • Last Friday’s little rain, our gauge showed .25 inch, provided clean, fresh smelling air to breathe.  After a month of breathing dusty air, it was a Blessed treat.
  • Halloween is just around the corner and there will be numerous fun parent & kid friendly events preceding and on Halloween.  Please check the “Valley City App”, the Chamber Eblast, the T-R and KOVC for details.  Enjoy & be safe.
  • While walking recently, I have observed more drivers yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks.  Thank you to said drivers as it is for people’s safety and usually only takes seconds.  “Courtesy is contagious, catch it”.
  • At our last Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) & Western Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (WMMPA) meeting, it was announced that WMMPA earned an Aa2 credit rating by Moody’s Ratings of New York.  This is meaningful to us as MRES Members because better credit ratings bring lower interest rates which reduce our finance costs for wind, solar, hydro, oil and gas generation projects.
  • When we were kids in Wolverton, MN, our Mom “finessed” us into raking leaves by letting us bake potatoes in the burning pile of leaves. Those days allowed leaf burning so Mom wrapped potatoes with aluminum foil, and we placed them in the fire to bake. Waiting for the fire to burnout so we could get the potatoes seemed like it took f-o-r-e-v-e-r!  Finally, we could dig them out of the ashes and try eating them, some were done, some weren’t, which didn’t really matter as we had some ownership in the process and had nearly forgotten the drudgery of raking leaves!  Mom was smarter than we were, imagine that!!  Thanks Mom.
  • When walking your pets, please face traffic, wear bright colored clothing and pick-up poop.  Thank you. 
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.  
  • “You must be the change you wish to see in the world”.    ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud      

10.14.2024 Mayor’s Message

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NEWS & NOTES

10/14/2024

Hi Everybody,

  • Valley City and Barnes County continue being in a “burn ban” as grasses, stubble and bushes are tinder dry.  A recent report from the Tioga – Ray area fires indicated 88,934 acres have been burned so far.  Please be prudent.
  • Kudos to the volunteer firefighters and their commitment to serve.  Along with Ray, Tioga and area fire departments, ten trucks with volunteer firefighters traveled about seventy-five miles to help battle the fires.  Blessings and thank you all.
  • Are you aware of the “Valley City App”?  It is a place to find pertinent information concerning schools and university schedules, parks & recreation activities, job openings, along with church and business news.  It is an “informational hub” for everything Valley City and the area.  The app is FREE and can be downloaded by searching Valley City in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
  • If Measure #4 is passed, only another ballot measure could make needed adjustments.  Constitutional language can only be changed by another tax ballot measure and election.  If Measure #4 is defeated, local control remains and customized Property Tax Reform can be enacted legislatively.
  • A long time teacher and coach, Darrell Olson, writes a weekly column named “Friday Sports Wrap” (FSW) with a plethora of topics from family, small towns, the region & nation.  See an FSW excerpt below and thank you Darrell.                                                        “I have come to realize that my sisters and I were driven by a powerful word: The word is “should.” Consider these options:
  • The Obligatory Should: “I suppose we should go to their open house, they came to ours.”
  • Doing the Right Thing Should:  “Of course we should, they have been our friends for a long time.”
  • Seeking Agreement Should: “Should we go to Mr. Steak for supper?” The speaker has already made the determination and is looking for agreement.
  • Feeling Sorry for Someone Should:  “I suppose we should invite him.”
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this article                                                                                                                               
  • “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”     ~ Winston Churchill
  • Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud      

10.15.2024 Commission Meeting Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 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/82424834869 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  824 2483 4869.

Next Resolution No. 2458            Next Ordinance No. 1165

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 10.1.2024 Finance & Commission Meetings.                                     
  2. Approve Local Event Permits for Raffles:    
  3. Dakota Riders Motorcycle Club Raffle for 12.14.2024 at the Eagles Club.   

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Carlsrud

Public Comments

Attorney General’s “A Citizen’s Guide to North Dakota Open Records & Open Meetings Laws” *A member of the public does not have the right to speak to the governing body at an open meeting.  The public is only entitled to see and hear what happens at a meeting, and to record or broadcast those observations.

  • No personal attacks to persons present or not
  • No inflammatory language used during time that you have the platform
  • 5-minute maximum or as directed by the chair
  • Thank you for participating in City Government.
  1. Layne Glines with Healthy Food Ingredients

Public Hearing

 

Ordinance

  1. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. 1162 an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 7-03-04 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to event permits. (Attorney Martineck)                                                                               

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Erickson            Carlsrud

  • Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1163, an ordinance to create and enact section 7-04-23 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to prohibited camping. (Attorney Martineck)                                                                                                                           

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon             Carlsrud

  • Approve first reading of Ordinance No. 1164, an ordinance to create and enact a new section of chapter 11-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to a university zoning district. (Attorney Martineck)                                                        

Roll Call:          Gulmon            Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Carlsrud

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution 2457, a Resolution Approving Definitive Improvement Warrants, Series 2024 A, B, and C for Paving Improvement District No. 128, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 69, and Water Main Improvement District No. 105.  (Deputy Auditor Johnson)                                                                                        

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Gulmon            Carlsrud

New Business

N1.       Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $3,018,447. (Finance Director Klein)

                                                                                                                                                        

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon            Carlsrud

N2.       Consider request for an early pay out of the final payment of $60,000 to the SRVSB-Water Trail. (Deputy Auditor     Johnson)                                                                                                                              

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Gulmon             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn