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3.1.2022 Finance Meeting

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Called To Order

President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 3:30 PM.

Roll Call

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

Others Present:  City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Department Reports

Sanitation Supervisor Swart reported that she attended a training the end of January and there are new guidelines that the State Health Department has come out with so we are working on transitioning to follow those.  One of those being we cannot accept TVs at the transfer station anymore. We are considered an inert landfill and our garbage gets hauled out to Fargo.  Fargo is allowing Valley City residents to bring one TV/month.  More information is listed on the website. Fargo will also not be accepting any cardboard.

Water Superintendent Hesch reported they received a certificate that we are in compliance with the State Health Department. We will also be offering tours to the 5th graders for City Government week.

Electrical Lineman Cory Buck reported on behalf of Electrical Supervisor Senf.  There was 1 outage for the month.  YTD there were 4 outages which were all equipment related.

Fire Chief Magnuson reported 17 calls for service, majority being rescue calls.

Police Chief Hatcher reported the patches came in yesterday so we’re hoping in the next month to have an official announcement. Discussion took place around the fees and processes that take place when veterinary services take place.  

Operations Supervisor Klemisch reported they are receiving calls due to the melting water and freezing.  We’ll keep evaluating as temps rise. There was a water break by Valley Flooring about 3 weeks ago. A new person was hired for the water department and will start on March 7th.

Tracy Eslinger stated there was a bid opening for the Nextera Water and Sewer project and there were three bidders.  KPH was low bidder and we recommend to award contract to them.

Review the monthly bills/reports.

Finance Director Richter due to us being short on time we can move forward.

Discuss Viking Drive Estates

City Administrator Crawford stated due to being short on time she will discuss during her reports in the commission meeting since no action is needed.

Discuss City Licensing of General Contractors

City Attorney Martineck stated it had been asked why we don’t require local licensing for general contractors when we do it for others?  Just bringing it to the commission’s attention if it’s something you would be interested in starting to do.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at ­4:55 PM.

3.13.2022 Mayor’s Message

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Hi Everybody,

  •  Finally!!  It appears we will be Blessed with better weather for an extended period of time. There is getting to be less and less ice out there making walking and enjoying the good air more appealing.  Mayo Clinic information says, “Exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, boost health and have fun”.  See more at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389
  • The other day while driving, a Bald Eagle was flying low along I-29 close enough for me to see its eyes.  They are beautiful and majestic, what a treat.
  • Thank you to all the folks who worked to make the North Dakota Winter Show (NDWS) a great event again this year.  There was a plethora of vendors and attendance was terrific.  I hope you were able to be there and enjoy. The “Petting Zoo” was a popular place; the youngsters seemed to be happy and smiling. Sue and I always enjoy attending “Cowboy Church” as it’s a great worship option.  Kudos to the NDWS Board of Directors, Manager Brandee Moore and all the staff for facilitating this year’s show.
  • “Kids Playing”.  With nicer weather there will be more “Munchkins” out playing, please be careful when you are out driving.
  • Our street crews are hauling snow and widening driving lanes to make driving easier, please take an alternate route from where they are working for your safety and theirs.
  • Thank you to contributors again this week.
  • “No beauty shines brighter than that of a good heart.”                                          (Quotes Gram)                                                                                                                                      Blessings, Respect, Kindness and Prayers,

Dave

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3.15.2022 Commission Agenda

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City Commission Meeting
Valley City, North Dakota

Tuesday, March 15, 2022
5:00 PM

The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 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/83605489373 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  836 0548 9373.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the March 1st, 2022 Finance and Commission Meetings and March 9th, 2022 Special Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:
    • FMJ Electric LLC
    • PEC Solutions of the Dakotas LLC
    • Sheyenne River Repair
  2. Approve Block Off Street Request for VCSU Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening for the Center of the Arts on April 21, 2022 from 12pm-3pm.

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           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.

Ordinance

  1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1099, an Ordinance Combining the Variance Board and P&Z Committee. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1100, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 5-03-06.2 for the VCMC Related to Animal Impoundment Fees.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

4. Approve Second Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

5. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 7-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

 

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $217,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution 2352, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $105,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2353, a Resolution accepting the USDA Grant Award in a Sum not to Exceed $34,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

4. Approve Resolution No. 2354, a Resolution accepting Bid and Awarding Contract to Sellin Brothers Inc. for Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154-Paving Imp. District No. 123, Watermain Imp. District No. 102 and Sanitary Sewer Imp. District No. 66 (6th St NW-5th Ave NW to Central Ave N.)  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

5. Approve Resolution No. 2355, a Resolution accepting Bids and Awarding Contract to Border States Paving Inc. for Project No. SU-CVD-2-990(061), PCN 23233-Paving Imp. District No. 124 (12th St N-9th Ave NW to 5thAve NE and 8th Ave SE/Winter Show Rd). (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Approve the Cost Share Items that were Negotiated with Valley Plains Equipment for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 Costs that Exceeds $500,000.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2. Approve City Engineer to Draft a Preliminary Cost Estimate for New Services/Road to New Subdivision.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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2.15.2022 Commission Minutes

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

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

Others City Administrator Crawford, City Attorney Martineck, Finance Director Richter, Administrative Assistant Johnson

Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Agenda

No changes.

Approval of Minutes

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 1st, 2022 Finance and Commission meetings, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approve Application for Raffle Permit for the Following:

Sheyenne Valley Area Career & Technology Center on April 1, 2022 at the Technology Center.

Dakota Plains Ag on March 14th at Dakota Plains Ag.

ND Appaloosa Horse Club on August 21, 2022 at the North Dakota Winter Show.

Valley City Fire Department on April 9, 2022 at the Eagles Club.

Approve Application for Electrical Contractor License for Skeels Electric.

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

Ordinance

Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1096, an Ordinance to Rezone and Amend Zoning Map, Lots 1 and 6 of Hidden Ponds Estates PUD. 

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

Resolution

Approve Resolution 2347, a Resolution Approving Plat of Tvedt’s Subdivision in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction of the City of Valley City.

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

Consider Variance from V.C.M.C section 16-01-06(4), Sanitary Sewer Requirement for New Subdivisions.

City Attorney Martineck stated essentially it was Joel Quanbeck’s finding that there was not a hardship that would qualify under municipal code that would grant the variance however based ion this being a single family lot and the distance from the house to the sewer line being 650 feet the PZ Commission voted to recommend granting the variance as long as the Tvedts entered into a developers agreement so if there is any further development closer to their residence they would have to hook up to the sewer at that time.

Commissioner Bishop moved to approve with the following stipulations:

If the sewer moves closer, they have to hook up

If there’s further development of that area they have to hook up and

If their system fails, they have to hook up

seconded by Commissioner Magnuson.  Motion passed unanimously.

New Business

Approve Change in Members of Planning and Zoning Commission.

Jeff Erickson will replace Mike Bishop on the PZ Commission.

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

Discuss Creation of New Class of License for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages at Event Centers and/or Recreational Facilities.

City Attorney Martineck stated he was approached by Kayla Cash and discussion took place around our current alcohol licenses due to interest in purchasing Woodland Lodge as a venue.

Presentation by Kayla Cash of 845 Holdings.

Lauren Nelson and Kayla Cash gave a presentation on their plans for Woodland Lodge if purchased.

City Attorney Martineck stated it was added to the agenda more so to decide how the city would proceed.  If you wanted to move forward, we would work on an ordinance for a new class of license with the conditions that the commissioners are looking for so we are looking about a month away from final approval.

Consensus was to move forward with a first reading.

Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permits for the FOE Arie 2192 at the North Dakota Winter Show on:

March 5, 2022 for the Concert from 5-10pm.

March 9-13, 2022 for the Golden Buckle Bar from 11am-10pm.

March 31, 2022 for the Tour of Bands from 4-11pm.

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

Approve Applying for USDA Grant Funds.

City Administrator Crawford stated she was at a meeting and heard about a first come first serve grant so she spoke with Gary, Avis and Brenda and had them come up with anything for capital improvement. The first one was for the automated garbage truck, cans, hardware and software.  The second is for the digger truck and the last one would be the police and street vehicles that were in the budget.  If this goes through, we would get a grant for around $348,000.

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

Concur with Awarding the West Main Slide Repair Project (No. NHU-2-094(175)928, PCN 22934) to Gladen Construction Inc. in the amount of $896,136.75.  

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

City Administrator’s Report

City Administrator Crawford had nothing to report.

City Updates & Commission Reports

Finance Director Richter commended Gwen for spearheading the grant.

Assessor Hansen stated her and Tina will be attending the NDAAO Winter Workshop.

Police Chief Hatcher stated they will be ordering 200 autism patches for the PD and FD.  April is autism awareness month and we are working with the ND Autism Center in West Fargo to make it into a fundraiser.

President Carlsrud thanked everybody for their efforts.

Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.

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3.9.2022 Special Commission Meeting Agenda

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Wednesday, March 9th, 2022
12:00 PM

Call To Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (Please Stand)

Resolution

  1. Approve Resolution 2351, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing for Bids for Paving Improvement District No. 123, Watermain Improvement District No. 102 and Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 66 (6th St NW-5th Ave NW to Central Ave N). (City Engineer)

Roll Call           Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

  • Approve Resolution No. 2352, a Resolution Approving Final Plans & Specifications and Authorizing Advertising for bids for Paving Improvement District No. 124 (12th St N-9th Ave NW to 5th Ave NE and 8th Ave SW/Winter Show Rd). (City Engineer)

Roll Call           Bishop             Magnuson        Gulmon           Erickson          Carlsrud

 

New Business

Adjourn

3.6.2022 Mayor’s Message

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Hello Folks,

  • This year the North Dakota Winter Show (NDWS) celebrates its 85th year!  Last Saturday was the “Kick-Off Concert” and Tuesday evening the NDWS 1st Annual Chili Cook-off and Ice Cream Social begin the rest of the week’s events underway.  Please get out and enjoy this great family event.  See details at https://northdakotawintershow.com/wintershow-schedule
  • Like a number of businesses, the City of Valley City has job openings periodically.  It is a great place to work with a proficient group of folks.  See further information at: https://www.valleycity.us/career/
  • Thank you to our Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the Cocoa & Coffee Crawl last Saturday.  There was a good number of people downtown and I hope all had a good time.
  • The city received notification that our transfer station cannot accept televisions any longer as per state regulation.  Along the same line, soon the landfill to which we transfer our garbage will not be accepting cardboard.  Please begin recycling your cardboard now as there are a number of sites around town making it easy to do. J  We’ll keep you updated as we receive new information.
  • The “extra mile”, read a nice short story: https://www.deccanchronicle.com/141019/lifestyle-travel/article/fact-or-fiction-legend-waldorf
  • Walkers please walk facing traffic and wear high visibility material to be safe.  You have no chance to protect yourself from traffic coming behind you.
  • Oh, and again, please pick up your pet’s fecal matter.
  • Thank you to contributors again this week.
  • “People will go where they are invited, but they stay where they feel welcome.”        (From a friend)                                                                                                     Blessings, Respect, Kindness and Prayers,

Dave

2.27.2022 Mayor’s Message

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Hi Everybody,

  • A thought stimulus, “Today is the first day of the rest of our lives”.
  • Our Chamber is hosting a Cocoa and Coffee Crawl Saturday March 5th.  See further information at https://valleycitynd.org/pages/cocoa?cid=2462
  •  Finally, a weather forecast that is quit a bit more tolerable than what we have endured the last eight weeks or so.  Hang in there as spring is nearing.  It is icy, though, so please be careful.
  • Last week I had cataract surgery, which was amazing as there was not a time during the process where there was any discomfort and the next day my vision was improved.  Sunday in church I noticed how much brighter the colors in the stained glass windows are.  Colors and whites, both are more beautiful; I am grateful.
  • While we’re in “tournament season,” did you ever wonder from where game officials come?  Interestingly they are people just like us who want to “give back” to the sports & fine arts that have been good to them over time.  For further information about becoming a sports official or fine arts judge, contact the NDHSAA at https://ndhsaa.com/ or call: 701-845-3953.
  • With our world’s challenges today, let’s pray that, “peace and diplomacy overcome anger and fighting”.
  • Thank you to contributors again this week.
  • “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.”                                                                               (John F. Kennedy)                                                                                                Blessings, Respect, Kindness and Prayers,

Dave

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3.1.2022 Commission Agenda

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The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 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/86488307559 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  864 8830 7559.

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the February 15th Commission Meeting.

Approval of Consent Agenda

  1. Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.
  2. Approve Electrician, Plumber and/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for the following businesses:
    • Bakkegard & Schell, Inc.
    • BDT Mechanical, LLC
    • Differding Electric, LLC
    • Enterprise Electric, Inc.
    • Grotberg Electric, Inc
    • Grotberg Electric Inc, dba Triton Mechanical
    • John’s Refrigeration & Electric, Inc.
    • Hi-Line Electric, Inc.
    • Kohn Electric, LLC
    • Peterson Mechanical Inc.
    • RJ’s Plumbing & Heating Inc.
    • Scott’s Electric, Inc.
    • Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          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.

Ordinance

  1. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1092, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Certain Sections, Create and Enact New Sections, and Repeal Certain Sections of the Valley City Municipal Code to Conform to Biennial Legal Review of State Legislation. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

2. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1097, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Subsection 1 of Section 4-01-03 of the Valley City Municipal Code Creating of a New Class of Alcoholic Beverage License for Private Event or Entertainment Centers.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Gulmon           Bishop             Erickson          Carlsrud

3. Approve First Reading of Ordinance 1098, an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Sections 7-01-07, 7-01-08, and 7-01-09; and Create and Enact Sections 7-01-09.1 to 07-01-09.5, Relating to Dangerous Buildings. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Magnuson        Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

Resolution

  1.  Approve Resolution 2348, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No.123. (Finance Director Richter) 

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

2. Approve Resolution 2349, a Resolution Declaring Sufficiency of Protest for Paving Improvement District No. 124.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

3. Approve Resolution 2350, a Resolution Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59 (Nextera).  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

New Business

  1. Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $          

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

2.  Discuss Viking Drive Estates.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

3. Approve Gaming Site Authorization for the Thundering Saints, Inc. through June 30, 2022 at Bridges Bar and Grill.  (Finance Director Richter)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Carlsrud

4. Consider Amending the Clawback Requirements for Food & Beverage Funds from 5 Years to 3 Years Including Recent Funding Approval for TBD Inc. for Sky Lanes Bowling Center.  (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

5. Consider Request from VCBCDC for $25,000 for a Primary Sector Relocation Fund.  (Jennifer Feist)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

6. Approve De-Obligation of Funds of $260,800 for the Permanent Flood Protection Acquisitions 1-4.  (City Administrator Crawford)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Magnuson        Carlsrud

7. Approve Task Order for Construction Engineering for Master Lift Station Improvements.  (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Bishop             Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

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3.1.2022 Finance Agenda

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 The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 3:30 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/82622217295 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID: 826 2221 7295

Call to Order

Roll Call

Agenda items

  1. Department reports.
    • Sanitation Department
      1. Fargo Landfill Heads Up Regarding Cardboard.
    • Water Department
    • Electric Department
    • Fire Department
    • Police Department
      1. Discuss Veterinary Pound Charges.
    • Street Department
    • Administration
  2. Review monthly bills/reports (10 minutes) – (President Carlsrud)
  3. Discuss Viking Drive Estates.  (City Administrator Crawford)
  4. Discuss City Licensing of General Contractors.  (City Attorney Martineck)

Adjourn

2.20.2022 Mayor’s Message

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Hello Folks,

  • Last weekend I was privileged to work a couple days at the NDHSAA State Wrestling Tournament in the Fargo Dome.  While working at the NDHSAA, https://ndhsaa.com, the wrestling tournament was always one of my favorites.  The Fargo Dome is an ideal venue as people in the first row of seats have an eye-level about 8-feet above the floor providing great sightlines.  There is also a very large area for wrestlers to set up their “camps” and hang out when not wrestling.  The Metro Area Tournament Committee does a great job hosting and administering the event.  With people attending from the entire state make it an annual “Wrestling Community Reunion”.  As I grow older, those get-togethers are more meaningful and this year was no exception as there were many “veterans” there to see and visit. 
  • *  Hey, when someone you haven’t seen for awhile comes to mind; how about taking a little time to call, text or write?  Maybe you’ll “make someone’s day”.
  • Friday there was a 16-vehicle accident on I-94 by the Oakes interchange and there have been some accidents in town as well.  Many occurred because of driving too fast for conditions.  Sometimes 10 or 15 MPH in town can be too fast as it takes a long time to stop when on icy streets so please be careful.
  • To the Fire & Rescue responders,  “Thank you for braving the elements while helping those in the accident”.
  • This week’s forecast is for pretty cool again, but with some fortitude, we’ll get through it.  How about trying exercise at the Gaukler Family Wellness Center?
  • Thank you to contributors again this week.
  • “God doesn’t take things to be cruel, He takes things to make room for other things.”                                                                        (Pat Summit)                                                                                                  Blessings, Respect, Kindness and Prayers,

Dave