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5.5.2025 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Monday, May 5, 2025



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

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

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

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

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

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 4.15.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings.                                   
  2. Approve Site Authorizations:                                                                                                      

      ND Horse Park @ Casa Mexico

      ND Wildlife Federation @ VC Eagles

      Thundering Saints @ Bridges Bar & Grill, The Labor Club and Boomer’s Corner Keg

      VC Hockey & Figure Skating @ North 9 Bar & Grill and The Captain’s Pub

  • Approve Raffle Requests:                                                                                                            

      Kollyn Quick Cancer Benefit 5.30.2025 VC Eagles Club

      Valley City Chamber of Commerce 6.14.25 Central Ave

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor Renewals:                                                                                             Enterprise Electric Inc

      Peterson Mechanical

      BDT Mechanical Inc

      Keith’s Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating, Inc

      Olaf Anderson Construction Inc

      Six D Construction

      Bridgetown Builders Inc

      Scherbenske Inc

      Enterprise Sales Co

      Keith’s Heating & Cooling LLC

      Big Dog Construction

      Park Street Development Inc dba Valley Flooring

      Indigo Signworks Inc dba Indigo Signs

      Bobs Excavating LLC

      PCL Construction Services Inc

      Kepler Service Inc

      Gast Construction Company Inc

      Badger Loader Services LLC

      Fargo Glass & Paint Co

      Solutions

      Connect Interiors

      A-P Concrete LLC

      Northland Glass and Glazing LLC

      Mid-Continental Restoration Co Inc

      STC Flooring

      MJ Dalsin Co of ND Inc

      Border States Paving Inc

      H Anderson Concrete

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve all but hold the 2 Contractor Renewals until they have the correct C.O.I, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORDINANCE

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

Discussion was had and a decision made to have a meeting with VCBCDC and the City to go over the proposed changes before the May 20th Commission Meeting.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

RES 2481 Resolution Creating Paving Improvement District-131.                            

RES 2482 Resolution Creating Water Main Improvement District-107.                                

RES 2483 Resolution Creating Sanitary Improvement District-71.                           

RES 2484 Resolution Creating Storm Sewer Improvement District-57.

NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(069) PCN 24239)

City Engineer Peterson shared the areas involved and the process for these projects. They are scheduled

for bids in October of 2025, and tentatively scheduled for construction in 2026. This is just the first

step, there will be Public Meetings and Notices as we go through this process.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

 

NEW BUSINESS

Approve North 9 Bar & Grill Hours of Operation. Administrative Change to the days of the week and times from their original application.                     

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Tree Tourism Grant Application in the amount of $20,000.This was approved by the Visitor Committee, seeking Commission Approval.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve the Renewal of Dana Rustebakke and John Hill to the Valley City Renaissance Zone Committee for a 3 Year term.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Consider request of Valley City Tourism Board to use cash reserves in the amount of $10,000 for WWII Heritage City Designation.                                                                                           

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve purchase of PFP Buyout of 567 Viking Drive in the amount of $82,280.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Updates to the Renaissance Zone Renewal and Extension. The Renaissance Zone Committee is currently working on the 5-year required renewal process. The Committee has asked for the approval of the Commission to go to a 10-year renewal plan, change the taxable value of the homes from $300,000. to $500,000. and to add a new island to the current Renaissance Zone Area. This would allow several new lots to be included in the program.

      Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Update to Employee Policy and Procedure Manual Related to Purchasing.                        

      Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Preliminary & Design Engineering Task Order for Project No. TAU-2-990(070), PCN 24409 – Winter Show Road Shared-Use Path – Phase 2 up to $79,000.                                   

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

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

Motion passed.

Approve Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Contract for Guaranteed Maximum Price of $10,685,685. Construction of Service Center Complex. Thomas Dahl of McGough shared the proposed numbers with the Commissioners. The plans would be to start working on the project in about 3 weeks in preparation for the building’s arrival in mid-August.                                              

      Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

 

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford shared that there will be a Public Meeting to go over the Transportation Plan on May 15, 2025 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Americinn. This meeting will go through all the construction projects and discussion on future growth planned for the south side of Interstate. She also discussed having a special meeting to go over upcoming construction projects that the City has and where they are currently, the funds involved or set aside, and the increases in costs.

Fire Chief Magnuson talked about the grass fires happening and how dry it is, even with the recent rain. He also went over the rules for backyard fire pits. No open burning or burning of leaves and trash. Your firepit must be at least 15’ from all structures and must be covered. Currently, there is not a burn ban in Barnes County but if we do not receive rains shortly, he can see bans Statewide.

Commissioner Gulmon went over the financial state of the City as it pertains to revenues & expenses. Sales tax is up from this time last year, food & beverage tax has remained the same and occupancy tax is slightly lower. Sharing the news from City/County Health that North Dakota Public Health has identified the first case of measles in the State. They encourage all to get your vaccinations.

Also, with the approval of the Service Center this evening, he would like to recognize and thank all those Staff, Employees and Commissioners who were on this Committee. There has been a tremendous amount of work done in the last five plus years. Thank you for all the hard work.

Commissioner Erickson reminded all about Clean-Up Week in Valley City. It will run from May 19th through the 23rd. Do not put your items out until the week prior. Make sure you separate as required. Residents may haul their items to the Transfer Station that week at no cost as well. Saturday the 31st is also a free day to haul items out to the Transfer Station.

Commissioner Bishop thanked the Employees of the City for all of their hard work and that the City is truly blessed to have such great Employees. He asked that if you see an Employee, you Thank them personally. A simple thank you goes a long way.

Mayor Carlsrud wanted to thank those involved in the planning of the Employee Appreciation Supper and to all the great Employees that Valley City has. He is proud to be associated with this group. He also “dittoed” Commissioner Gulmon’s statement on the Service Center Committee.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 6:00 P.M.

5.20.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85248041601 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  852 4804 1601.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Oath of Office for POLICE OFFICER CHAISE JOHNSON

 

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 5.5.2025 Commission Meeting.                                                              
  2. Approve Site Authorizations:

      Valley City Baseball Association @ Clubhouse Lounge                                                             

      Valley Twisters Gymnastics Club, Inc @ Tavern 94

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

      Valley City Hockey & Figure Skating Club @ Youth Sports Complex

  • Approve New 2025-26 Contractor Licenses:                                                                                   

      Ulrich Enterprises, Inc. dba Ulrich Pool Company of Fargo

      Concrete Cowboys Inc of Jamestown

      Loren Richards Inc/Richards Excavating of Fargo

      Sullivan Construction Inc of Fargo       

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor License Renewals:                                                                                         

            ACB Construction

            All Finish Concrete Inc

            Breland Enterprises Inc dba American Waterworks

            Karma Enterprises LLC dba Asset Services LLC

            Richard Berg Construction

            Bridge City Landscaping & Excavating LLC

            Central Trenching Inc

            Comstock Construction Inc

            CR Larson Concrete

            Floor to Ceiling Carpentry & Repair

            FM Asphalt LLC

            Herzog Roofing Inc

            High Performance Coatings, Inc

            Hi-Line Construction

            Johnny B’s Trees & Service

            Kenpat Central Florida LLC

            Travis Kunze Construction

            Meridian Commercial Construction LLC

            Midland Door Solutions LLC

            Northland Sheds Inc

            RAG Properties LLC

            Tate & John’s Enterprises

            Tim’s Custom Cabinets & Construction

            Valley Realty Inc

            RJ’s Plumbing & Heating Inc

            Tim’s Plumbing LLC

            Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc

            APi HVAC Services Inc dba Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors

            Superior Electric of Fargo LLC

            PEC Solutions of the Dakotas LLC

            John’s Refrigeration & Electric Inc

            Hi-Line Electric Inc

            Grotberg Electric Inc

            Energize Electric LLC

            Bentson Electric

            Differding Electric LLC

            Bakkegard & Schell Inc

            Sheyenne River Repair

            Manning Mechanical

            Grotberg Electric Inc dba Triton Mechanical

            2 Phase Electric LLC

            Hope Electric

            Northland Window & Door

            Brett Stearns Enterprises LLC

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        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.

Public Hearing

  1. Open Public Hearing Regarding Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for Texkota, LLC. (City Attorney Martineck)                                                                                                                              

Motion to Close Hearing.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

Approve Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for Texkota, LLC.

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

 

Ordinance

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

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

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

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

RES 2485 Resolution Approving Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans and

Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 131, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 71, Storm

Sewer Improvement District No. 57, Water Main Improvement District No. 107. (City Engineer)            

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

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

            Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

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

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

RES 2488 Resolution Approving Final Plat of B&G Subdivision, City of Valley City. (City Attorney Martineck) 

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

RES 2489 Resolution Approving Final Plat of Bishop Subdivision, City of Valley City. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

RES 2490 Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Improvement Warrants and Exchanging them for $1,200,000 Refunding Improvement Bonds of 2025. (Finance Director Klein)                                                         

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

RES 2491 Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District 132. (City Engineer)

            Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

RES 2492Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving 132 and Paving 129. (City Engineer)

            Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud          

New Business

      NB1.  Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,483,468. (Finance Director Klein)           

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB2. Approve 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for Transportation Plan (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB3. Approve Bid for Sale of 2019 Chevy Tahoe — $3,001.00. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB4. Approve the request for additional funds to support establishment of the new Single-Family Home Buyer             Assistance Program to fund six homes in Valley City. (VCBDDC Jennifer Feist)                        

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB5. Approve contract with the State Tax Commissioner to administer the City of Valley City’s local sales, use and             gross receipts taxes for the 2025-2027 biennium. (Finance Director Klein)                                 

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB6.Approve Amendment to Exhibit A – Resolution 2465, to Correct Administrative Error in Published Rates and             Fees for Solid Waste Service. (City Attorney Martineck)                                                            

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB7. Approve Recommendation from the Renaissance Zone Authority Board to Approve the Application from             Sullivan Construction for a 5-year State Income Tax Exemption and a 5-year Property Tax Exemption Capped at          $300,000 Valuation on a New Single-Family Home and Designate it as VC-138. (City Administrator Crawford)

      Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

5.20.2025 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 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/87177412095 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 871 7741 2095.

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Review Monthly Bills/Reports. (Finance Director Klein)                                                
  2. Discuss Camera Grant (City Administrator Crawford)
  3. Discuss an Ordinance Allowing Chickens. (President Carlsrud)
  4. Review City Mobile Home Park Regulations. (City Attorney Martineck)                         
  5. Discuss 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for Transportation Plan. (Finance Director Klein)                                                                                                                              
  6. Discuss Administrative Approval for Changes to Applications on Liquor Licenses. (City Attorney Martineck)
  7. Review Gaming Site Authorization Regulations. (City Attorney Martineck)
  8. Discuss New Renaissance Zone Island. (City Administrator Crawford)                           
  9. Discuss Possible Sale of Lot 3, Block 2, Bjornson Heights Parcel. (City Administrator Crawford)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

                        Department Spotlight – Police Department

  1. Sanitation Department                                                                                           
    1. Water Department
    1. Electric Department                                                                                               
    1. Fire Department/Blighted and Dangerous Buildings                                                
    1. Police Department                                                                                                 
    1. Street Department
    1. Administration

            Building Permit Report

            Court Reports                                                                                     

Adjourn

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4.15.2025 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 15, 2025



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

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

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

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MAYOR FOR A DAY

Congratulations to Mr. Treyson Brant on his winning essay titled “Mayor for A Day.” Treyson is a 3rd Grade Student in Ms. McDaniel’s Class at Jefferson Elementary. Treyson is the son of Karla Wind.

ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION

Proclaim April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day in Valley City

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Add Valley City Kiwanis Raffle to Consent Agenda. Add NB4. Approve Buyout Option on the 2018 Loader and the 2018 Backhoe Lease from Deere Credit Inc.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 4.1.2025 Commission Meeting, the 4.8.2025 Special Commission Meeting and the 4.8.2025 Board of Equalization Meeting.                                                  
  2. Approve the Raffle Permit requests for:

St Catherine’s Knights of Columbus #6438 on 5.21.25 at the VC Eagles                                      

Avalynn’s Fly High Foundation on 8.23.2025 at the Bjornson Park Municipal Golf Course

Barnes County Wildlife Federation on 11.1.25, 11.24.25, & 4.11.26 at the VC Eagles

Bridge City Cruisers on 6.13 & 6.13.2025 on Central Ave

Valley City Kiwanis on 4.28.2025 at Valley City Eagles Club

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor License Renewal for:                                                                     

Kjelland Excavation of Valley City ND

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

RES 2478 – Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 132. This is for the Seal Coat work to be constructed in 2025.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Roll Call Vote: Commissioner Gulmon – Aye, Commissioner, Bishop – Aye, Commissioner Magnuson – Aye, Commissioner Erickson – No, Mayor Brant – Aye, President Carlsrud – Aye. Motion passed.

RES 2479 – Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Sanitary Sewer Reline District No. 72. This is for the reline project in areas throughout the City.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,661,119.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve the Renewal of Paul Dahlberg to the Valley City Special Assessment Commission.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

Appoint and Approve Tom Glandt to the Renaissance Zone Committee to fill a vacant seat.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Buyout Option on the 2018 Loader and the 2018 Backhoe Lease from Deere Credit Inc.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

Finance Director Klein shared that there will be an informational meeting on April 23rd at 5:00PM. This is for the Property Owners in the in the Paving 132 Seal Coat District. Letters were mailed out and the Notices were printed in the Times Record.

Commissioner Gulmon wanted to recognize the Staff at City Hall. With the loss of Gary Jacobson, they have picked up a lot of responsibilities and duties and he is very appreciative of them.

Commissioner Erickson announced that Clean-Up Week has been determined. It will be May 19th thru May 23rd. You may start setting your items out for pick up after your regular garbage day the week prior. They will also be open Saturday, May 31st for those that want to take your items out to the Transfer Station. The Transfer Station will be open on Saturdays for the Summer starting on May 3rd. Call City Hall or the Transfer Station with questions.

Mayor Brant thanked his Teacher Ms. McDaniel and Judi for their work on the Essay Contest.

President Carlsrud Thanked all involved in the Mayor for a Day Essay Contest. Thank you to the City Employees for all that you do.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:20 P.M.

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5.5.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Monday, May 5, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87004017148 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  870 0401 7148.

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 4.15.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings.                                        
  2. Approve Site Authorizations:                                                                                                         

      ND Horse Park @ Casa Mexico

      ND Wildlife Federation @ VC Eagles

      Thundering Saints @ Bridges Bar & Grill, The Labor Club and Boomer’s Corner Keg

      VC Hockey & Figure Skating @ North 9 Bar & Grill and The Captain’s Pub

  • Approve Raffle Requests:                                                                                                              

      Kollyn Quick Cancer Benefit 5.30.2025 VC Eagles Club

      Valley City Chamber of Commerce 6.14.25 Central Ave

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor Renewals:                                                                                                            

      Enterprise Electric Inc

      Peterson Mechanical

      BDT Mechanical Inc

      Keith’s Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating, Inc

      Olaf Anderson Construction Inc

      Six D Construction

      Bridgetown Builders Inc

      Scherbenske Inc

      Enterprise Sales Co

      Keith’s Heating & Cooling LLC

      Big Dog Construction

      Park Street Development Inc dba Valley Flooring

      Indigo Signworks Inc dba Indigo Signs

      Bobs Excavating LLC

      PCL Construction Services Inc

      Kepler Service Inc

      Gast Construction Company Inc

      Badger Loader Services LLC

      Fargo Glass & Paint Co

      Solutions

      Connect Interiors

      A-P Concrete LLC

      Northland Glass and Glazing LLC

      Mid-Continental Restoration Co Inc

      STC Flooring

      MJ Dalsin Co of ND Inc

      Border States Paving Inc

      H Anderson Concrete

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          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.

Ordinance

  1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1171, An ordinance to create and enact Chapter 1 of Title 21 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to an enterprise for single-family homebuyer assistance. (City Attorney Martineck)

      Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

 

Resolution

  1. RES 2480 Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No 72. (City Engineer).                                                                                                                                     

      Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  • RES 2481 Resolution Creating Paving Improvement District-131, NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(69) PCN 24239) (City Engineer).                                                               

      Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  • RES 2482 Resolution Creating Water Main Improvement District-107, NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(069) PCN 24239) (City Engineer).                                                                 

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  • RES 2483 Resolution Creating Sanitary Improvement District-71, NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(069) PCN 24239) (City Engineer).                                                             

      Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

  • RES 2484 Resolution Creating Storm Sewer Improvement District-57, NDDOT Project Nos. (UGP-2-990(068) PCN 24181) (SU-CPU-2-990(069) PCN 24239) (City Engineer).                                                                 

      Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Approve change: North 9 Bar & Grill Hours of Operation. (City Attorney Martineck)                        

      Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  • Approve Tree Tourism Grant – Visitor Committee. (City Administrator Crawford)                           

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  • Approve the Renewal of Dana Rustebakke to the Valley City Renaissance Zone Committee. (3 Year term) (Finance Director Klein)

      Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

  • Approve the Renewal of John Hill to the Valley City Renaissance Zone Committee.(3 Year Term) (Finance Director Klein)

      Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  • Consider request of Valley City Tourism Board to use cash reserves in the amount of $10,000 for WWII Heritage City Designation. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                                        

      Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  • Approve purchase of PFP Buyout of 567 Viking Drive in the amount of $82,280. (City Administrator Crawford)     

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

  • Approve Updates to the Renaissance Zone and Extension. (City Administrator Crawford)     

      Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

  • Approve Update to Employee Policy and Procedure Manual Related to Purchasing (City Attorney Martineck)

      Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

  • Approve Preliminary & Design Engineering Task Order for Project No. TAU-2-990(070), PCN 24409 – Winter Show Road Shared-Use Path – Phase 2 (City Engineer).                                                                              

      Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

  1. Approve Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Contract for Guaranteed Maximum Price of $10,685,685. Construction of Service Center Complex. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                           

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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4.8.2025 Board of Equalization

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2025 Board of Equalization Proceedings

April 8, 2025

4:00 PM City Hall

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

Others Present:  City Attorney Martineck via Zoom, City Administrator Crawford, Finance Director Klein, Police Chief Horner, Administrative Assistant Hintz, City Assessor Current.

Finance Director Klein read North Dakota Century Code sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.

Vice President Bishop declared the hearing open at 4:05 P.M. City Assessor Current reported the changes in property values within the city for 2025.  An overall summary was read and submitted. One property owner was present for a request. Ms. Genevieve Goven asked that the 2024 valuation of the property at 1482 Chautauqua Blvd, Parcel# 63-3020020 remain at current assessment with no increase for 2025. City Assessor Current agreed with Ms. Goven. Mr. Kevin Rohde discussed the property just west of 11th St NW. Mr. Rohde will return to discuss his concerns at the Planning and Zoning Meeting. The Commissioners consensus was to leave it at the 2024 valuation. There were no written requests received in the Auditor’s Department.

pROPERTY tYPEcERTIFIED vALUES 2024pROJECTED tOTALS 2025$ cHANGE% cHANGE
Residential land$41,836,650$43,334,750$1,498,1003.58%
Residential structure$275,418,200$302,269,650$26,851,4509.75%
Grand Total residential$317,254,850$345,604,400$28,349,5508.94%
     
Commercial Land$41,698,250$42,143,350$445,100.1.07%
Commercial Structure$148,217,981$160,473,942$12,255,9618.27 %
Grand total Commercial$189,916,231$202,617,292$12,701,0616.69%
     
agricultural land$101,500$110,700$9,2009.06%
GRAND TOTAL agricultural land$101,500$110,700$9,2009.06%
     
TOTAL MARKET VALUE$507,272,581$548,332,392$41,059,8118.09%

City Assessor Current stated 286 Notices of Increase were sent out.  7 property owners contacted City Assessor Current regarding the notice of increase for 2025.

Commissioner Bishop moved to close the hearing, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the assessment book as prepared by the City Assessor, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. The motion passed unanimously.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 PM.

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4.8.2025 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 8, 2025



President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 3:45 PM.

Members present: President Carlsrud, Commissioner Gulmon, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Bishop, City Administrator Crawford, Finance Director Klein, Police Chief Horner and Administrative Assistant Hintz

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

NEW BUSINESS

RES 2478. A Resolution Approving Engineers Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Cost for Sanitary Sewer Reline Project No. 72. Mike Strom, KLJ, shared that this is a reline project. The city has not done a reline since 2018. Most of the areas covered are areas where there are a lot of trees and a lot of infiltration from the roots. This plan will finish up areas that are a bit tougher to reach.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Motion passed unanimously.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 3:48 PM.

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4.1.2025 Commission Minutes

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 1, 2025



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

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

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

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Add to Consent Agenda: VCPS Music Booster Raffle for 4.28.2025 at the HAC

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approve Minutes from the 3.18.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings and the 3.21.2025 Special Commission Meeting.                                                                                                       
  2. Approve the Raffle Permit requests for:

Education Foundation for VCPS on 4.10.2025 at VCHS Cafeteria                                              

Sheyenne Red River Rodeo Club on 4.26 and 4.27.2025 at the ND Winter Show Building

VCSU Viking Booster Board on 4.30.2025 at the VC Eagles Club

VCSU Foundation/VCSU Scholarship Auction Fundraiser on 4.11.2025 at the VC Eagles Club

VCPS Music Booster Raffle for 4.28.2025 at the HAC

  • Approve 2024-25 Contractor License for:                                                                        

Karma Enterprises LLC dba Asset Services LLC of Fargo ND

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Keith Neuberger shared why he would like the Commission to revisit on ordinance allowing Chickens in city limits. Kenneth Johnson spoke in favor of this as well.

 

RESOLUTION

RES 2475 Approving Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans and Specs – Paving 132. City Engineers are directed to prepare detailed plans, specifications, and estimates of probable costs for said improvement districts.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2476 Declaring Necessity of Improvements in Paving Improvement District No. 132. It is necessary and expedient for the City of Valley City, North Dakota, to approve street seal coating, and work incidental thereto, upon and along the streets and avenues contained within Paving Improvement District No. 132

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

RES 2477 Creating Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 72. Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 72 is created and established in the City of Valley City.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

 

NEW BUSINESS

Remove Gary Jacobson and add Joy Kiefert as an Authorized Signer on the City of Valley City’s Accounts at Dacotah Bank Effective April 1, 2025.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Award – PROJECT: TAU-2-990(066), PCN 23917 – BARNES CO; WINTERSHOW ROAD SHARED-USE PATH, JCT 8TH AVE SW TO NEAR 2ND AVE SW – VALLEY CITY.

Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon.

Motion passed unanimously.

 

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford shared her discussion with David Wick on proposed areas of repair for this summer.  Crawford shared the passing of Public Works Accountant Gary Jacobson and shared the loss that will be felt by his coworkers as well as the City.

City Assessor Current reminded all that the Equalization Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 8 at 4:00PM in the City Chambers.

Police Chief Horner alerted all to an influx of scam calls. Please know that no Police Officer or Police Staff member will ask you for money in lieu of charges.

Commissioner Gulmon reiterated the hole left with the loss of Gary Jacobson. He shared about the great, kind man that Gary was. Gulmon also shared that the City County Health of Valley City was awarded the

North Dakota Public Health Association Award of the Year. This award recognizes a Team that has worked collaboratively on a unique, creative or simply outstanding public health efforts this past year. Katie Beyer and her staff just do a great job and congratulations to them.

Mayor Carlsrud a special shout out to our staff. With the passing of Gary, our people have had to pick up extra duties and so forth and it has been a real team effort. Thanks to all who have gone the extra mile.

Please recycle. Valley City pays to haul our garbage to Fargo’s Landfill. This cost so much money per ton and this fee keeps increasing. Every thing that we haul costs money. Please give some special thought to recycling, especially your cardboard as it is heavy.  Mayor Carlsrud then share some stories and special memories about Gary Jacobson. He will be missed as he was a very special guy. Blessings to all.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:22 P.M.

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4.15.2025 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82857636849 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  828 5763 6849.

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

MAYOR FOR THE DAY – TREYSON BRANT

Congratulations to Mr. Treyson Brant on his winning essay titled “Mayor for A Day.” Treyson is a 3rd Grade Student in Ms. McDaniel’s Class at Jefferson Elementary. Treyson is the son of Karla Wind.                                  

ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION

Proclaim April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day in Valley City                                                                             

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 4.1.2025 Commission Meeting, the 4.8.2025 Special Commission Meeting and the 4.8.2025 Board of Equalization Meeting.                                                                                        
  2. Approve the Raffle Permit requests for:

St Catherine’s Knights of Columbus #6438 on 5.21.25 at the VC Eagles                                           

Avalynn’s Fly High Foundation on 8.23.2025 at the Bjornson Park Municipal Golf Course

Barnes County Wildlife Federation on 11.1.25, 11.24.25, & 4.11.26 at the VC Eagles

Bridge City Cruisers 6.13 & 6.13.2025 on Central Ave

  • Approve 2025-26 Contractor License Renewal for:                                                                          

Kjelland Excavation of Valley City ND

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          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.

Resolution

RES 2478 – Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 132.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

RES 2479 – Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Sanitary Sewer Reline District No. 72.

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

New Business

  • Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,661,119.                   

            Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

N2. Approve the Renewal of Paul Dahlberg to the Valley City Special Assessment Commission. (Finance Director Klein)                                                                                                                                                  

      Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

N3. Appoint and Approve Tom Glandt to the Renaissance Zone Committee to fill a vacant seat. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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4.15.2025 Finance Agenda

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City Commission Finance Meeting 

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 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/89930692245 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 899 3069 2245.

CALL TO ORDER

 Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Commission Topics
  • Review Monthly Expenditures Reports. (Finance Director Klein)                            
  • Quarterly Engineer Report. (Finance Director Klein)                                               
  • Load & Unload Parking, (City Administrator Crawford)                                          
  • Update on Water Tower. (City Engineers)
  • Discussion of Love’s Access Drainage. (Gwen Crawford)                                       
  • Discuss Public Safety Issues of Viking Trailer Court.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

                        Department Spotlight – Street Department – Part 1

  1. Sanitation Department                                                                         
    1. Water Department
    1. Electric Department                                                                             
    1. Fire Department                                                                                  
      1. Fire Extinguisher Report
      1. Dangerous Buildings
    1. Police Department                                                                               
    1. Street Department                                                                                
    1. Administration

            Building Permit Report

            Court Report                                                                           

Adjourn