07/02/2019 City Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, ­July 2, 2019

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

Members present: Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.

Members absent: President Carlsrud.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Attorney Martineck, City Auditor Richter, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Building/Fire Inspector Andersen, Fire Chief Magnuson, Lieutenant Rustebakke, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

Approval of Agenda – Addition of R1, N4, N5, N6, N7; Removal of N8; R1

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the June 18, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,257,610.33
  3. Approve Raffle Permit for Barnes County Ducks Unlimited

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Comments

There were no public comments.

New Business

Approve 2019-2020 Renewal of Gaming Site Authorization for Valley City State University Foundation at Shelly Ellig Field at Lokken Field; W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse; Valley City Town & Country Club; Valley City Eagles Club

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the gaming site authorizations, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements to 478 6th Ave NW

City Assessor Hansen recommended approval of application. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the application, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements at 1034 Viking Drive

City Assessor Hansen recommends approval of application. Commissioner Powell moved to approve the application, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements at 227 8th St NW
City Assessor Hansen recommends approval of application. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the application, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Woodland Steakhouse

City Auditor Richter reported the application is complete and presented to the Commission as the paperwork was received late. City Attorney Martineck stated the license applications are due the first Monday in June and the Code allows the Commission to hold a separate hearing to determine if the suspension is appropriate. Richter stated the application was submitted after deadline on June 28. The application was late due to requirement confirmation of property taxes paid.

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the license.

Commissioner Powell asked for clarification if the licenses is approved, what types of penalties apply? Martineck clarified there are no fines associated with violation of this section of code. Richter stated suspension requires a separate hearing.

City Administrator Schelkoph stated the new deadline was implemented last year and license holders were informed of the deadline. Richter clarified the applicant did not meet the 10 AM deadline on June 28.

Commissioner Powell seconded the motion.

Commissioner Powell was not in favor of suspension due to a matter of hours [June 28 deadline]. City Administrator Schelkoph clarified the application was due June 3. Commissioner Bishop spoke against going against the Ordinance. City Attorney Martineck stated the Commission could approve a temporary license until the public hearing; or approve the license and suspend after a public hearing.

The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Sabir’s Dining & Lounge

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the renewal of the license, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. City Auditor Richter stated licensee asked for leniency due to medical issue. Commissioner Magnuson asked for consistency. Commissioner Bishop indicated the licensee needs to come to a hearing.

The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for VFW Post 2764 subject to complete application and contingent to City Auditor approval
City Auditor Richter reported the City has not received a complete application. Commissioner Erickson moved to deny the renewal of the license, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Removed: Consider Recycling Contract

Resolution

Removed: R1) Approve Resolution No. 2210, a Resolution  Establishing Recycling Utility Rates

Approve Resolution No. 2209, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 118 (5th Avenue NW)

City Auditor Richter stated the City received one protest, which is 3.34%. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2209, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Ryan Froemke, property owner, inquired about the protest process. Deedra Froemke, property owner, asked about the storm sewer area and the City will provide a response.

The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Schelkoph reminded residents that use of fireworks ends on July 5 and of appropriate use. Schelkoph provided an update on the recycling contract and indicated that the County Commission will consider support of Valley Recycling. Schelkoph asked the public to continue support of downtown businesses while Central is still under construction.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Chad Petersen from KLJ reported construction continues on Central Avenue, specifically storm sewer and bump out construction. Permanent Flood Protection work continues. Storm Sewer 50 work will begin July 15. Lights for downtown are expected between mid to late September.

Commissioner Magnuson thanked the Commission and city crews for their work and wished everyone a safe and happy 4th of July.

Adjourn

Meeting adjourned at 5:35 PM.

Duane Magnuson, Vice President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City

06/18/2019 Commission Minutes

Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, ­June 18, 2019
5:00 PM

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

Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.

Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck (by phone), City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Building/Fire Inspector Andersen, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.

Approval of Agenda – Addition of Consent D.h., F, R1; Removal of N1

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the June 4 and June 11, 2019 meetings, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Motion carried.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for CHI Mercy Health Foundation and for Shine
  2. Approve 2019-2020 Renewal of Cabaret License for Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2192
  3. Approve 2019-2020 Renewal of Retail Tobacco Licenses for the following businesses:
    1. Brothers III
    2. County Bottle Shop, Inc. dba The Liquor Locker
    3. Dakota Silver
    4. Dakota Plains Ag at 807 W Main Ave
    5. Dakota Plains Ag at 151 9th Ave NW
    6. Eagles Aerie Club 2192
    7. Family Dollar, Inc.
    8. Farmers Union Oil Company of Moorhead dba PetroServe USA #071
    9. Leevers Foods, Inc. at 148 South Central Ave
    10. Leevers Foods, Inc. at 424 2nd Ave NE
    11. And all complete licenses received before 10 AM, on Friday, June 28.
  4. Approve Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for the following businesses:
    1. Boomer’s Corner Keg
    2. Captain’s Pub
    3. County Bottle Shop, Inc. dba The Liquor Locker
    4. Dakota Silver
    5. Jimmy’s Pizza
    6. Town & Country Club
    7. VC Developers LLC dba Bridges Bar & Grill
    8. American Legion Post 60
    9. And all complete license applications received before 10 AM, on Friday, June 28 and approved by the Police Chief, Fire Chief and Auditor
  5. Approve Block off the Street Request for Valley City Chamber of Commerce on Central Avenue N and on 2nd Street N for Summer Nights on Central on July 11, 18 and 25, 2019
  6. Approve Block off the Street Request for On the Move for Let’s Walk Valley City on Chautauqua Blvd from 6th Street NE to 12th Street NE on July 22, 2019

Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Public Comments

Lloyd Nelson spoke regarding Public Comments procedures. President Carlsrud stated answers can be provided at City Hall.

Public Hearing

Public Hearing for Transfer of Class B and Class C Alcoholic Beverage Licenses to Dakota Silver, LLC
President Carlsrud declared the public hearing open. There were no comments. Commissioner Bishop moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider Transfer of Class B and Class C Alcoholic Beverage Licenses to Dakota Silver, LLC
Commissioner Erickson moved to transfer the Class B & Class C Alcoholic Beverage Licenses to Dakota Silver, LLC; seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.

Resolution

Approve Resolution No. 2208, a Resolution Approving Replat of Lot 9, South Valley Addition

City Administrator Schelkoph reported the replat of Lot 9, South Valley Addition was submitted and the Planning & Zoning Commission recommends the approval of this replat. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2208, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Removed: N1) Consider 2019-2020 Renewal of Class B & Class G Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Brockopp Brewing, LLC with 6 month extension for construction pursuant to V.C.M.C. 4-01-11(1.b.iii)

Approve Special Alcohol Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 on Central Avenue for Summer Nights on Central Event on July 11, 18 and 25, 2019

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the special alcohol event permit, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Appointing Board Members for the following open positions, effective July 1, 2019

  1. Valley City Barnes County Library Board for 3 year term – Joseph DeMasi, Tim Kadrmas
  2. Planning & Zoning Commission for 5 year term – Jim Wright
  3. Renaissance Zone Board for 3 year term – Kristi Anderson, Jim Knutson, Anthony Kobbervig
  4. Special Assessment Commission for 6 year term – Paul Dahlberg
  5. Zoning Board of Adjustment (Variance) for 3 year term – Anthony Kobbervig, Mike Schell

Commissioner Powell moved to approve the appointments, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.

Commissioner Bishop and Commissioner Powell thanked the committee members.

The motion passed unanimously.

Approve Administration of City of Valley City’s local sales, use and gross receipts taxes by State Tax Commissioner for 2019 – 2021 biennium

City Auditor Richter reported the rate has not changed but the monthly rate has been reduced to lower volume of taxes from $44 per month to $35 per month. Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the contract, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.

Consider recommendation from Visitors Committee for Image Enhancement Grants for Josh & Alison Kasowski in an amount up to $1,000 for new business signage and in an amount up to $2,250 for renovation of exposed parapet wall

City Administrator Schelkoph reported Ivy Real Estate Group is seeking grants for signage and building repair. Visitors Committee provided a due pass recommendation. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the grants as recommended, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.

City Administrator’s Report

There was no City Administrator’s report.

City Updates & Commission Reports

City Auditor Richter stated the City will begin preparing for the 2020 budget with distribution to the City Commission on July 17.

Fire Chief Magnuson thanked the Schelkoph family for the training opportunity.

Commissioner Powell complimented the hard work downtown.

President Carlsrud thanked employees for the Rally in the Valley prep work. Carlsrud thanked the committee and board members for agreeing to serve.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:21 PM.

Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission

Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City

07/23 & 07/24: Mosquito Spraying

Valley City Public works will spray for mosquitoes on Tuesday, July 23rd beginning approximately 9pm and Wednesday July 24 9pm, weather permitting.

Parents are advised to keep children and pets out of the streets and away from the spray machines.  Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in the area of the operation.

If there are any questions, please feel free to call Public Works at 845-0380.

07/23/2019 Special City Commission Meeting Agenda

Special City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
7:00 AM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

New Business

N1. Continue discussing first draft of 2020 Budget (City Auditor Richter)

Ordinance

O1. Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1046, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact portion of Title 4 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the Valley City Municipal Code (City Attorney Martineck)

Resolution

R1. Approve Resolution No. 2214, a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule (City Attorney Martineck)

Adjourn

07/22/2019 Special Commission Meeting Agenda

Special City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Monday, July 22, 2019
7:00 AM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

New Business

  • Discuss first draft of 2020 Budget (City Auditor Richter)

Adjourn

Mosquito Spraying: 07/16-07/17

Valley City Public works will spray for mosquitoes on Tuesday, July 16th beginning approximately 7pm and Wednesday, July 17th in the morning, weather permitting.

Parents are advised to keep children and pets out of the streets and away from the spray machines.  Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in the area of the operation.

07/16/2019 City Commission Agenda

City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from July 2, and July 10, 2019 meetings

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Raffle Permit for Dakota Riders Motorcycle Club

Roll Call:          Erickson           Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              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

PH1) Public Hearing for Integrated Resource Plan for Valley City Public Works (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Declare public hearing open.

Close hearing.

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

Approve Resolution No. 2213, A Resolution Approving the Integrated Resource Plan for Valley City Public Works as required by Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Erickson           Magnuson            Carlsrud

Ordinance

O1) Approve Ordinance No. 1046, An Ordinance to Amend and Reenact portions of Title 4 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the Valley City Municipal Code (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

O2) Approve Ordinance No. 1047, An Ordinance to Amend and Reenact portions of Title 14 (Motor Vehicles & Traffic) and Title 17 (Offenses), Valley City Municipal Code (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

New Business

N1) National Leadership Academy for the Publics Health Presentation (City County Health District)

N2) Approve adding 720 East Main Street to the Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV Buyout Program (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Carlsrud

N3) Review and approve Recycling Contract with Valley Recycling (Commissioner Erickson)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

Resolution

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2210, a Resolution  Establishing Recycling Utility Fees (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Erickson           Powell              Magnuson            Carlsrud

R2) Approve Resolution No. 2211, a Resolution Approving Replat of Lots 15 & 16, Block 15, Granger’s Addition (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Bishop              Magnuson        Powell              Carlsrud

R3) Approve Resolution No. 2212, a Resolution Approving Plat of Annie’s Addition (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Powell              Bishop              Erickson            Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn

07/10/2019 Special Commission Meeting Agenda

Special City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
4:45 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

New Business
N1. Approve Gaming Site Authorization Renewal for Edgar A. Fisher American Legion Post No. 60 (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Bishop Powell Carlsrud

N2. Consider Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for VFW Post 2764 (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call: Bishop Powell Erickson Magnuson Carlsrud

Adjourn

Notice of Public Hearing for Integrated Resource Plan 07/16/2019

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

A Public Hearing on the City of Valley City Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for the Valley City Public Works is scheduled for July 16 at 5:00pm at City Hall.

The City of Valley City has prepared an IRP as required by Western Area Power Administration (Western) under its Energy Planning and Management rules. An IRP must be completed by the City of Valley City to renew its long-term power supply agreement with Western.

An IRP involves planning for future energy resources by evaluating a full range of alternatives, including traditional energy sources, power purchases, energy conservation and efficiency, and renewable resources, in order to provide adequate and reliable service to consumers at the lowest system cost. An IRP should support municipal utility goals and schedules.

The IRP Summary Report can be viewed at City Hall during business hours. In addition to commenting on the IRP at the Public Hearing, written comments can be submitted to the City of Valley City during business hours before the Public Hearing.

Gary Jacobson
Public Works Accountant

07/02/2019 City Commission Agenda

City Commission Meeting

Valley City, North Dakota
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
5:00 PM

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda – Addition of R1, N4, N5

Approval of Minutes

Minutes from June 18, 2019 meeting

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
  2. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $            
  3. Approve Raffle Permit for Barnes County Ducks Unlimited

Roll Call:          Bishop              Powell              Erickson           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.

New Business

N1) Approve 2019-2020 Renewal of Gaming Site Authorization for Valley City State University Foundation at Shelly Ellig Field at Lokken Field; W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse; Valley City Town & Country Club; Valley City Eagles Club (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Erickson           Powell              Bishop              Magnuson            Carlsrud

N2) Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements to 478 6th Ave NW (City Assessor Hansen)

Roll Call:          Powell              Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Carlsrud

N3) Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements at 1034 Viking Drive (City Assessor Hansen)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

N4) Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvements at 227 8th St NW (City Assessor Hansen)
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

N5) Consider Renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Woodland Steakhouse (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Powell              Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson            Carlsrud

N6) Consider Recycling Contract (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Bishop              Powell              Erickson            Carlsrud

Resolution

R1) Approve Resolution No. 2210, a Resolution Establishing Recycling Utility Rates (City Administrator Schelkoph)

Roll Call:          Bishop              Magnuson        Erickson           Powell              Carlsrud

R2) Approve Resolution No. 2209, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 118 (5th Avenue NW) (City Auditor Richter)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson           Bishop              Powell              Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report

City Updates & Commission Reports

Adjourn