Author Archive: adminuser

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

7.8.2025 Planning & Zoning Minutes

Posted on by

July 8th, 2025 – MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF VALLEY CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Chair Mike Schell presided and called the meeting to order at 4:00 on Tuesday July 8th,2025.

Commissioners present: Ian Jacobson, Joe Tykwinski, Tim Durheim, Dave Carlsrud, Jeff Erickson

Commissioners Absent: Bill Carlblom,

Others: City Administrator Gwen Crawford, City Attorney Carl Martineck, City Planner Joel Quanbeck, City Assessor / Acting Secretary Tina Drabus, Fire Chief Scott Magnuson, Building Inspector Mike Blevins, City Engineer Tracy Eslinger (Moore)

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the minutes from the June 10th, 2025 meeting seconded by Commissioner Durheim. Motion passed with unanimous approval.

Building Inspector Report

Building Inspector Mike Blevins sent the permit list to the board of the current permits. Commissioners had no questions.

Public Hearing for Zoning Code Amendment – Floodplain Development

Chair Schell opened the public hearing.

City Attorney Martineck discussed ordinance 1173 and the changes. 

Commissioner Durheim made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Erickson

Internal discussion ensued.

Commissioner Jacobson made a motion to approve the changes in Ordinance 1173. Seconded by Commissioner Carlsrud followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Discussion – Zoning Code Amendment – Review Ordinance 1172 prior to 2nd reading, per request of Board of City Commissioners

Discussion was ensued to review Ordinance 1172 related to mobile homes.

Commissioner Tykwinski made a motion to adapt the state standard of ten feet from side to side for distance between mobile homes. Seconded by Commissioner Carlsrud followed by roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Discussion on Zoning Code Violation – Legacy West PUD Construction Site

Discussion was ensued on the clean up plan submitted for the Legacy West PUD construction site.

Commissioner Erickson made a motion to adapt Mr. Diegal plan to clean up the construction site as long as building construction is started prior to October 15th and if not, items need to be removed. Seconded by Commissioner Jacobson followed by a roll call vote and unanimous approval.

Discussion on Measuring Distance Of Setbacks

City Planner Joel Quanbeck presented information of measuring distance of setbacks.

No action required. Information only.

Discussion – Temporary Use Permits

Commissioner Erickson made a motion to amend the agenda to discuss temporary use permits. Seconded by Commissioner Carlsrud.

Board recommended to allow a temporary use permits in either B1 or B2 zoning district.

City Attorney Martineck will present the temporary use ordinance at next meeting for review.

Adjourn

With no other items to discuss, Chair Schell called the meeting to close at 5:33pm

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

7.15.2025 Finance Minutes

Posted on by

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 Gulmon, Commissioner Erickson.

Other present: City Administrator Crawford (via zoom), City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Lt. Rustebakke, Executive Assistant Bodine, Administrative Assistant Hintz, Intern Nord.

New Business

Motion to hold Executive Session for Attorney Consultation to Discuss Main Street Off Sale Alcoholic Beverage License.

Commissioner Bishop moved to open the Executive Session, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

The executive session began at 2:32 PM and was attended by President Carlsrud,

Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Gulmon, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, City

Administrator Crawford via Zoom, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Lt. Rustebakke, Executive Assistant Bodine, Administrative Assistant Hintz, and Intern Nord.

The meeting resumed at 2:46 PM. The media and the members of the public have been

invited to return to the open session.

Agenda Items

Review Commissioner Roles & Responsibilities. City Attorney Martineck presented a PowerPoint.

Review Monthly Expenditures Reports. Finance Director Klein reviewed the monthly reports. 

Review Quarterly Engineer Report. Finance Director Klein reviewed the quarterly reports.      

Review Quarterly Fire Extinguisher Report. Finance Director Klein reviewed the quarterly reports.

Discuss Rosebud Parking Lot. City Administrator Crawford discussed police presence in this area. Commissioners Magnuson and Bishop discussed purchasing security cameras that are tied to the PD. Assistance would be expected covering the costs. Commissioner Magnuson is working on getting quotes. The consensus is to continue with the current procedures.

Discuss Paving Improvement District 131 Protests. City Engineer Peterson discussed additional options with the protest of Project 131. Accept the protest and not do the project at all, losing the Urban Grant Fund ($2.99 million). Accept the protest, find alternative funding to offset the paving special (ie. additional R&R or Prairie Dog) and move forward with the project as presented. Accept the protest, consider alternative special assessment options, move forward with project as presented. Accept the protest, move forward with only the water, sewer and storm sewer improvements, losing the Urban Grant Fund ($2.99 million).

Discuss Policy for Approval of Gaming Site Authorizations. City Attorney Martineck discussed the previous views of the Commission and the need for the policy to move forward regarding out of town organizations.

Discuss Legislative Session Review. City Attorney Martineck reviewed the latest Legislative Session.

Department Reports

Department Spotlight – City Hall

Sanitation Department Supervisor Swart reported that they have taken in close to 2 Million Lbs. of trees and branches since the storm. When bringing trees & branches to the Transfer Station, please haul larger trees, trunks, and branches inside, the Grass Site is for the smaller items.

Electrical Department Electrical Superintendent Senf explained that his Team is playing catch up and staying busy.  He asks that the public look up at your lines to make sure they are clear of trees and branches. After a 3 year wait, the new digger truck has arrived.

Fire Department Fire Chief Magnuson shared that the $190,000 Grant applied for to purchase new bunker gear looks to be approved. There were 36 calls for service for the past month. He also updated the blighted building locations around town being worked on. 

Police Department Lt. Rustebakke updated the Commissioners of the PD’s new hire Cody Perdue. The FTO process has been started. They are now currently fully staffed.

Street Department Operations Supervisor Klemisch and his Team continue to pick up trees and branches. 1 hydrant was broken during the storm and the repair parts are in. They will start patching soon and continue to catch up on everything else since the storm. The 2nd round of tree pickup will start on July 24th, please have your trees and branches on the boulevards. Concrete is starting at the new Service Center site.

Administration

City Administer Crawford gave an update on the soil from the Service Center site. There is more dirt needing decontamination, this was in the preliminary findings and has been accounted for. Water and sewer service line warranty information will go out again this fall. We have had positive reports from those that have needed it.

Finance Director Klein reminded about the budget meetings coming up and they have been put on the calendar.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 4:36PM.

Dave Carlsrud

8.18.2025 Mayor’s Message

Posted on by

Greetings All, 

  • Many schools are opening this week so students, educators, buses and parents will create different traffic patterns throughout the area.  Busy times will likely be different than the summer, so please be “aware”.
  • There will also be kids going to school who don’t ride in cars or the like. They will be crossings streets, walking, running, riding scooters and bikes!  Please be careful and ready to protect them from poor decisions they may make.
  • The other day a friend asked, “Why do we need to have fire sirens sounding during the day, but we don’t at night”?  As I understand it, the silent alert to fire fighters, no sirens, at night is a courtesy to us citizens. It works because there is minimal traffic at night and usually fire fighters are the only ones on the streets.  During the day, traffic patterns are heavier and drivers wouldn’t know there is a call if there isn’t a siren.  The siren alerts people to be looking out for firefighters on the way to the Fire Hall and can prepare for fire trucks and other equipment entering streets.  You likely know the fire siren “sounding loud too soft over & over” while the disaster alert is “one continuous loud wail”.  This policy is for safety and efficiency.  Thank you for asking.
  • The plentiful rains have been perfect for vegetation growth and are perfect for mosquito hatches!  To avoid the West Nile virus, avoid mosquitoes, if you have to be out, limit your skin exposure and use the “proper” insect repellant. 
  • Our city team has been spraying for mosquitoes though keeping up is challenging at best.  Spraying can be done early morning and later evening to kill mosquitoes while the butterflies and other favorable insects are “sleeping”.  Thank you to our dedicated city employees for their efforts.
  • PLEASE, remove the weeds from the sidewalks at your businesses and homes. Your property will look so much nicer and I think you’ll like it.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “It’s a curious thought, but it is only when you see people looking ridiculous that you realize just how much you love them.”      ~ Agatha Christie

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

Agenda Available

8.19.2025 Finance Agenda

Posted on by

City Commission Finance Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

2:30 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND. 

Members of the public may view the meeting online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85825225003 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 858 2522 5003

CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Review monthly bills/reports (Finance Director Klein)                                                  
  2. Discuss Rosebud Parking Lot. (City Administrator Crawford)
  3. Discuss Transfer of Old Lime Pit 832 4th Ave NE to Valley City Public Schools. (City Administrator Crawford)                                                                                               
  4. Discuss Change Order for Sewer Reline. (City Administrator Crawford)
  5. Option Agreement and Easement – State Interoperability Radio Network (City Attorney Martineck)
  6. Discuss additional soil remediation site on a portion of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter 27-140-58. (City Administrator Crawford)
  7. Discuss Valley City Housing Incentive Program. (Finance Director Klein)
  8. Discuss Public Safety at City Transfer Station. (City Attorney Martineck)

DEPARTMENT REPORTS. (3:30PM)

            Department Spotlight – Fire Department & Remaining City Hall

  1. Sanitation Department                                                                                     
    1. Water Department
    1. Electric Department                                                                                         
    1. Fire Department/Blighted & Dangerous Buildings                                               
    1. Police Department                                                                                             
    1. Street Department
    1. Administration
      • Building Permit Report 
      • Court Report                                                                                                                                                             

Adjourn

Agenda Available

8.19.2025 Commission Agenda

Posted on by

City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88417337914 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  884 1733 7914

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Oath of Office for POLICE OFFICER Cody Perdue

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 8.5.2025 Commission Meeting.
  2. Approve Local Raffle Permit
    1. VCSU Foundation – Booster Board
    1. Hi-Liners Booster Club Inc.
    1. CHI Mercy Health Foundation
    1. Barnes County Senior Citizens Council, Inc.

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 jhintz@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 2498. A Resolution Authorizing Filing of Application with the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality for a $600,000 Loan through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

RES 2499. A Resolution Authorizing Transfer of Real Property. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

New Business

NB1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,287,683 (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

NB2. Approve Transfer of 832 4th Ave NE to Valley City Public Schools. (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Carlsrud

NB3. Approve the Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation request to fund the Recruiting & Retention Coordinator Position for 3 Years at $80,000/Year with funds sourced from City Sales Tax dedicated to Economic Development. (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

NB4. Approve the Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation request for an additional $10,000/year for 3 Years for the Resource Development Specialist Position with funds sourced from City Sales Tax dedicated to Economic Development. (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

NB5. Approve Option Agreement and Form of Easement for State Interoperability Radio Network Tower to be constructed by Allo Towers. (City Attorney Martineck)

NB6. Approve terms of license authorizing City to use a portion of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter 27-140-58 for additional soil remediation. (City Administrator Crawford)

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Dave Carlsrud

8.11.2025 Mayor’s Message

Posted on by

Howdy Folks, 

  • Pickleball is a low impact activity that is relatively easy to learn, making it attractive to people of all ages and athletic abilities, TRY IT!  Valley City has great pickleball facilities with indoor at the Gaukler Family Wellness Center and outdoor at Hi-Line Park for your pleasure. 
  • A week ago on a beautiful Saturday in Chautauqua Park, Valley City Parks & Recreation (VCPR) held its annual Riverfest Celebration.  There were 260 kayakers registered, about 54 registered vendors and a nice turnout of spectators.  It is a great event, thank you to the VCPR Staff.  If you haven’t been there, watch for next year’s date!
  • Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) has submitted a facility permit application to the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for construction of a 145 megawatt Power Plant near Toronto, SD.  Four natural gas fired-combustion turbine-generators will provide reliable on-demand electricity to help meet the growing regional energy needs.
  • People riding scooters and bikes, especially E-assisted, please slow down when on sidewalks for your safety.  There have been some “close calls” so be careful.
  • There have been numerous shootings and other dangerous situations in our region putting citizens and law enforcement personnel in harms way.  If you are stopped by law enforcement, remember they are on the “frontlines” for us and are being very cautious, so please be patient, understanding and grateful.  Thank you to all law enforcement personnel, be safe.
  • North Dakota faces a critical need for blood donations, especially during the summer months. Vitalant and Red Cross are both prominent in our area and are in need.  Vitalant has two drives upcoming in Valley City, September 11 at St. Catherine’s along with October 7 & 8 at Stoudt-Miller Inc.  Call Vitalant at: 877-258-4825.
  • PLEASE, remove the weeds from the sidewalks at your businesses and homes. Your property will look so much nicer.  Thank you.
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “God puts the right people in your life at the right time.”      ~ Jared Allen

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

7.28.2025 Special Commission Minutes

Posted on by

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 8:00 AM.

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

Members absent: None

Others Present: City Administrator Crawford, Finance Director Klein, Deputy Auditor Johnson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Horner, Assessor Current, Executive Assistant Bodine, Intern Krista Nord.

New Business

Discuss and Approve the 2026 Preliminary Budget

Finance Director Klein reported that we are expecting to have the value of a mill the first part of August. HB 1176 puts a cap on the dollars the City can levy. The cap of 3% plus new growth sets the maximum amount the City can levy for the General Fund at $1,630,697 (3.62% increase from 2025). The City’s Share of Specials Fund 203 is not subject to the 3% cap. The dollars levied for Fund 203 increased due to properties the City has acquired through delinquent taxes. The amount to levy in Fund 203 is $32,300. The Library Fund is subject to the 3% cap plus new growth which brings the amount to $199,149. The increase in expenditures in the General Fund is 4.7%. The 2026 Transfers In are the same as 2025 with $260,000 being transferred in from Fund 241 Property Tax Relief. Transfers Out total $361,608: Fund 225 Building Reserves $146,500, Fund 230 Renew & Replacement $215,108, Cash reserves are at $1,300,597 which is 28% of expenditures, this is within the guidelines set in the City’s Fund Balance policy.

The transfer from the Utility Fund to General Fund is $1,358,600. This brings the % of transfer compared to Public Works Revenues to 12.3%.

The proposed salaries in the 2026 Budget includes a 4.5% cost of living allowance (COLA) increase and a step increase in the 0-24-year salary schedule.

The increase in health insurance premiums for 2026 is 7.26%. We have budgeted for the City to pay 85% of the health insurance premium. In 2026 the City will also pay a $3,000 insurance incentive to those employees who are not on the City’s Health Insurance Policy through NDPHIT. The City’s contribution to the employee’s HSA accounts would remain the same, with the employees matching a portion of the contribution in order to receive the full amount.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve the 2026 Preliminary Budget as presented which includes the proposed salary structure and 4.5% COLA, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. Commissioners Gulmon, Bishop, Magnuson and President Carlsrud voted Aye, Commissioner Erickson voted Nay. Motion carried.

ADJOURN

Meeting Adjourned at 8:40 A.M.

Minutes Available text with City of Valley City Logo above

7.15.2025 Commission Minutes

Posted on by

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 (via zoom), City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Klein, Lt. Rustebakke, Administrative Assistant Hintz.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

No changes.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Approve Minutes from the 7.1.2025 Commission Meeting.

Approve Contractor Licenses:

Grafstrom Construction, Fargo

J+J Repairs & Roofing LLC, Harwood

Moritz Excavating LLC, Valley City

J+K Seamless, Inc., Valley City

Greystone Construction Company, Shakopee, MN

CC Steel, LLC, Fargo

Miller & Sons Drywall, Inc., West Fargo

Quality Coatings & Tile LLC, Fargo

Approve Contractor License Renewals:

Groundworks MN, LLC dba Innovative Basement Authority

Horsley Specialties, Inc.

Twin City Garage Door

Dakota Plains Mechanical

Approve Tree Trimming and Removal Service License Renewal:

Carr’s Tree Service

Approve Local Raffle Permit:

Shine, 8.29.25 @ Hanna Field

Ducks Unlimited Barnes County Chapter, 9.18.25 @ VC Eagles Club

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Commissioner Gulmon. Motion passed unanimously.

 

ORDINANCE

ORD 1172. Second Reading of Ordinance 1172, an Ordinance to amend and reenact sections 8-07-10, 11-02-08, and 11-03-10 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to mobile homes.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1173. First Reading of Ordinance 1173, an Ordinance to amend and reenact chapter 11-09 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to standards for floodplain development.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.

Motion passed unanimously.

ORD 1174.  First Reading of Ordinance 1174, an omnibus ordinance to amend and reenact sections of the Valley City Municipal Code relating to the 2025 state legislative session.

Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

RESOLUTION

      RES 2497. A Resolution Approving Final Replat of Lots 6, 7, & 8, Block 2, Waterfront Meadows Addition.

      Commissioner Gulmon 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 $1,460,673.     

      Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

Request for Extension to move house at 231 9th Ave NE.

Extension was granted for the house to now be moved by September 15th 2025 as long as the moving permit has been acquired by July 18th 2025.

      Commissioner Erickson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Recommendation from the Renaissance Zone Authority Board to Approve the Application from Bridgetown Development for a 5-year State Income Tax Exemption and a 5-year Property Tax Exemption Capped at $500,000 Valuation on a New Single-Family Home and designate it as VC-139.

      Commissioner Bishop moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Motion passed unanimously.

Approve Recommendation from the Renaissance Zone Authority Board to Approve the Application from H&G Holdings LLC for a 5-year State Income Tax Exemption and a 5-year Property Tax Exemption Capped at $500,000 Valuation on a New Single-Family Home and designate it as VC-140.

      Commissioner Gulmon moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.

Motion passed unanimously.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

City Administrator Crawford gave a shout out to the staff for working extremely hard since the storm. July 24th will be the last round of tree pickup. We will only be going into alleys that are wide enough for our equipment to get in and out of. Working with the DEQ on the levels of contamination in the dirt.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS

City Attorney Martineck welcomed our new Executive Assistant Kari Bodine and wished her an early birthday.

City Finance Director reminded the Commission of the preliminary budget meeting on July 28th.

City Engineer Peterson gave a construction update. The seal coat pre construction meeting will be July 18th 2025. The shared use path project is going to be starting.

City Engineer Eslinger talked about prepping the plans for the North West water tower. There will be a meeting with the city held in mid-August.

Commissioner Erickson gave a shout out to the city workers.

President Carlsrud thanked everyone for their work with the tree pickup. Valley City citizens are lucky to have our crews.

ADJOURN

Meeting was adjourned at 5:20 P.M.

Dave Carlsrud

8.4.2025 Mayor’s Message

Posted on by

Greetings Everyone,

  • Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the 9-year old cyclist who was killed in Moorhead.  Stop signs are in place for everyone’s safety, please stop fully.
  • Charlie Brown Field is a beautiful institution in Valley City with a carefully groomed playing surface making it fun and safe for players.  The great charm of the complex itself along with views of the Hi-Line Bridge are mesmerizing.  Thank you to all the folks who maintain this delightful facility.
  • The Valley City Public Works Service Center Complex is progressing on time and on budget. For the current status of said Complex, please read more here: https://www.valleycity.us/public-works/public-works-service-center-complex/.  For information about the anticipated soil mitigation, see: https://www.newsdakota.com/2025/07/30/valley-city-resident-raises-concerns-with-farming-out-site/
  • National Hydropower Day 2025 is August 24.  For over 140 years, hydropower has fueled the nation with clean, renewable and reliable energy.
  • Happy 90th Birthday Social Security, on August 14th, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act.  It has been a lifeline to tens of millions Americans including over 146,000 North Dakotans.  In the midst of the Great Depression, “Dirty 30’s”, legislators were pretty forward in their thinking.
  • One of the guys working on the crews cleaning our sanitary sewers in preparation for relining, stopped to visit one day.  He told me our sewers were “loaded” with “flushable wipes, feminine pads” and the like.  Not only that, when they returned a couple weeks later, it was “loaded” again!  PLEASE, these products have synthetic materials in them and are NOT made to be flushed!  When they plug a sewer, ALL citizens PAY to clean them out. DO NOT FLUSH, THANK YOU.
  • Be ready!  The final branch pickup for this year will begin September 25th.  For further information call: 701-845-1700 or see: https://www.valleycity.us/sanitation-garbage/
  • Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.
  • “The answer to the big question in running is the same as to the big questions in life: Do the best you the best with what you’ve got.”  ~ George A. Sheehan

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave Carlsrud

Agenda Available

8.5.2025 Commission Agenda

Posted on by

City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM CT, at the City Commission Chambers, 220 3rd St. NE, Valley City, ND.

The meeting is also available to view online https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84747209709 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  847 4720 9709.

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 7.15.2025 Finance and Commission Meetings.
  2. Approve Minutes from the 7.28.2025 Special Commission Meeting
  3. Approve Contractor License:
    1. South Peak Holdings LLC dba Skinner Roofing, Grand Forks
  4. Approve Site Authorization Renewal:
    1. North Dakota Winter Show at North Dakota Winter Show Event Center
  5. Approve House Movers License:
    1. Carrington House Movers, LLC, Carrington
  6. Approve Local Raffle Permit
    1. Valley City Junior Golf Association

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 jhintz@valleycity.us. Written comments hand delivered at the time of the meeting or emailed prior to 4:00 pm on the date of the meeting will be distributed to the Board for their information and maintained in City files.  Written comments are not read aloud at the meeting

Ordinance

ORD 1173. Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1173, an Ordinance to amend and reenact chapter 11-09 of the Valley City Municipal Code related to standards for floodplain development. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

ORD 1174.  Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1174, an omnibus ordinance to amend and reenact sections of the Valley City Municipal Code relating to the 2025 state legislative session. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

New Business

N1. Approve purchase of property at 628 Main Street E. (Parcel 63-3110126) as a PFP Buyout in the amount of $38,170. (Finance Director Klein)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn