NEWS & NOTES

4/29/2024

Greetings Everybody,

• Did you know ours is a “Critical Access Hospital” and is nationally ranked for quality care?  Recently, on different days, a friend of mind and I needed emergency care at CHI and we both experienced quality, compassionate care.  We are fortunate to have CHI Mercy Health Hospital. Thank you to the team.
• Congratulations to Wes Anderson who recently received “The Daughters of Colonial Wars Teacher Award”.  The award exemplifies and encourages patriotism, interest in our American History and Heritage.  Thanks for all you do Wes.
• Construction is underway in several areas of town …… of course, cuz it is summer or almost summer!  There are numerous areas where construction is taking place, some due to need and some by design.  The projects are “phased” so the amount of time businesses are inconvenienced is minimized. 
• Many of you may have favorite businesses you frequent that may be affected by construction.  The contractors and engineers are partnering to provide temporary access to these businesses throughout the construction process, so give a little extra effort and support those who have been serving you.
• Last week the “Young Professionals Network” sponsored a “Speed Networking” event at VCSU.   Students were afforded opportunities to expand their comfort zones and enhance their people skills related to networking.  For you who are wondering, the format is similar to speed dating. 
• Over the weekend we celebrated an event with family and one with some “veteran” sports officials.  Take time to contact old friends, it may make your day.
• Clean-up Week begins May 13:  Materials be MUST sorted and piled; DO NOT put piles out until after your previous week’s pick-up.  NEW: There will be a branch pick-up (3” diameter and smaller) following Clean-up Week, the time is to be determined.  For further information, please call 701-845-0314.
• Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                                                                                                   
• “Happiness sneaks in through the door you didn’t know you left open.”       ~ John Barrymore                                                                                   Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

 NEWS & NOTES

4/22/2024

• Hi Everybody,
• Erin Woehl served as our Mayor for a Day last week.  She did a great job and having her family there supporting her was a blast.  Thanks to staff who put the whole event together.
• Arbor Day 2024 is April 27th & my brother’s birthday.  Our City Forester, Bob Anderson, will host a tree planting ceremony Friday the 26th, 2:00 just west of the Rosebud.  Take good care of trees in your community and plant a tree of your own too.
• Think of family, friends or someone who may be having a tough time.  Make their day, call, text or e-mail letting them know you are thinking of them.
• Do you remember delivering “May Baskets” when you were a kid?  It is the tradition of leaving a May Basket on someone’s door anonymously, ringing the door bell and running to avoid being identified?  Ah, those were the days.
• The sun is getting higher in the sky and temperatures will be warmer.  You may want to check your air conditioner to make sure it is ready to keep you comfortable. 🙂
• April is Earth Month and Monday the 22nd Earth Day is celebrated.  Like our homes, we have a responsibility to take care of our earth to provide continued healthy living.  Recycling, putting garbage in appropriate receptacles, keep our water clean and working towards green energy with reliability.  It is important these be year round commitments, not just April!
• Last week we hosted a Red River Water Supply Project (RRWSP) meeting at our Fire Hall.  Administrators of the project shared routes of the pipeline, construction updates, federal and state cost shares and how Valley City and the area may benefit.  Stay tuned.
• Clean-up Week:  Materials be MUST sorted into piles & DO NOT put piles out until after your previous week’s pick-up.  For further              information, please call 701-845-0314.
• Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                                                                                                   
• “When someone is hurting, dare to help them heal.”                  ~ Steve Maraboli    
• Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

 NEWS & NOTES

4/15/2024

• Hello Folks,
• “If you don’t like North Dakota weather, wait five minutes, it will change”.  Is the changing weather why we seem to talk about it often?  The weekend was beautiful, people were working in yards, walking, biking & fishing. I hope you enjoyed your weekend.  Maybe we’ll be Blessed with a little rain this week.
• Over the weekend it was fun seeing young kids out playing in shorts and t-shirts, one was barefoot and wearing a diaper, cute!
• There was a Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) Board Meeting last week. Drought, power adequacy, inflation & reliability were some of the topics.  How can drought affect our power adequacy or costs?  Less water flowing prevents hydro power plants from generating at maximum capacity resulting in less power available which forces market power purchases.  MRES is continually working to provide a cost-affective, reliable power mixture for us as  customers.
• The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce held its “Celebration and Awards Night” last Thursday.  A nice crowd turned out to support the local businesses and people who are investing in Valley City and the area.  A nice, succinct program and a good dinner made for a relaxing evening for all in attendance.  Watch for next year’s event, come out and join in the the fun.  “SHOP LOCAL”. 
• Remember, Valley City Residents’ can haul grass, branches and leaves  to the year-round, 24-7 dump site.  Please put your material in the appropriate area and pile “UP” instead of spreading “out”.  Thank you.
• Visit the Valley City Parks and Recreation website, https://www.vcparks.com.  There are activities and facilities available for kids, adults and even for we “older folks”.  Friendly employees will welcome and assist you.
• Clean-up Week:  Materials MUST be sorted into piles & DO NOT put piles out until after your previous week’s pick-up.  For further information, please call 701-845-0314.
• Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                                                                                                   
• LOVE:  “Thinking of you keeps me awake.  Dreaming of you keeps me asleep. Being with you keeps me alive.”                  ~ Unknown                                                                                     Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

 NEWS & NOTES

4/8/2024

• Hello Everybody,
• Whoa, the Saturday wind was really something, wasn’t it?  Even the big garbage cans were blowing around let alone the amount of sand in the air.  The good news is, “Spring may have sprung”.
• While many are watching the gals’ & guys’ “March Madness” and rightfully so as there have been many great games, area outdoor sports are underway too.  Check the high school and university sports calendars, go out to a few events, see the kids’ and enjoy some spring air.
• Since the weather is more spring-like and streets are clear, more kids are in the streets and alleys along with walkers, joggers and bikers.  Along with that, we sometimes drive faster than we realize on streets AND alleys so please drive prudently, thank you.
• Oh, while on the driving subject, please remember when the “STOP” signs on school buses are extended, it means “STOP”, not just slow down.  It is to protect our youth and it is “THE LAW”.  Please obey and be careful.
• It was exciting to see Grant Nelson from Devils Lake playing for the University of Alabama in the men’s “Final Four” last week.  Jeff Boschee from Valley City played for University of Kansas and is the only other North Dakotan to have played in the men’s Final Four.  Congratulations Guys, YAY.
• Congratulations to former State Senator Larry Robinson as the VCSU Center for the Arts is now the “Larry Robinson Center for the Arts”.  Very deserving, thank you for your many positive contributions to North Dakota, District 24, Valley City and VCSU.
• Remember, for your garbage to be picked up, the wheels and the handle need to be towards your lot/house. 
• Clean-up Week:  Materials be MUST sorted into piles & do NOT put piles out until after your previous week’s pick-up.  For further information, please call 701-845-0314.
• Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                    
• “Live so when your children think of fairness, caring and integrity, they think of you.”   ~ H. Jackson Brown. Jr.

• Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave

Dave Carlsrud

CITY COMMISSION MEETING VALLEY CITY, NORTHDAKOTA

Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, 4:00 PM

The City Board of Equalization Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, at 4:00 PM at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Ave NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view on-line https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84085579522 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 840 8557 9522

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

1. Auditor to read Sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 of the North Dakota Century Code pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.

• President declares the hearing open
  • Report from Assessor
  • Requests from Property Owners
  • Auditor’s report on any written communication

• Motion to close hearing

Roll Call:        Bishop             Magnuson      Gulmon            Erickson                        Carlsrud

• Commission to review the assessment books. Motion to approve the assessment books as prepared by the City Assessor. (Note any changes to assessment books in separate motion).

Roll Call:        Magnuson        Bishop            Erickson          Gulmon                        Carlsrud

ADJOURN