City of Valley City
Valley City, North Dakota
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
3:00 PM
City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE
Groundbreaking for Streetscape I on Central Avenue
Interviews at City Hall
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
3:00 PM
City Commission Chambers, 254 2nd Avenue NE
Groundbreaking for Streetscape I on Central Avenue
Interviews at City Hall
Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)
Roll Call: Powell Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
President Carlsrud presided and continued with roll call.
Members present: Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Erickson.
Members absent: Commissioner Powell.
Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, Finance Director Richter, Assessor Hansen, City Attorney Martineck, Police Chief Hatcher.
Finance Director Richter read North Dakota Century Code sections 57-11-01, 03 and 07 pertaining to the duties of the Board of Equalization.
President Carlsrud declared the hearing open at 4:04 P.M. City Assessor Sandy Hansen reported the changes in property values within the city for 2019. An overall summary was read and submitted, with the breakdown as follows:
| Property Type | 2018 State Certified Values | 2019 Projected Totals | $ Change | % Change |
| Residential land | $32,950,320 | $34,837,100 | $1,886,780 | 5.73% |
| Residential structure | $208,857,280 | $212,561,200 | $3,703,920 | 1.77% |
| Grand Total: Residential | $241,807,600 | $247,398,300 | $5,590,700 | 2.31% |
| Commercial Land | $32,309,381 | $33,130,681 | $821,300 | 2.54% |
| Commercial Structure | $116,505,301 | $118,677,009 | $2,171,708 | 1.86% |
| Grand Total: Commercial | $148,814,682 | $151,807,690 | $2,993,008 | 2.01% |
| Agricultural land | $91,700 | $95,700 | $4,000 | 4.36% |
| Grand Total: Agricultural Land | $91,700 | $95,700 | $4,000 | 4.36% |
| Total Market Value | $390,713,982 | $399,301,690 | $8,587,708 | 2.20% |
City Assessor Hansen reported the parcel for Love’s Annexation will be added to the rolls with approximately $550,000 of true and full value at the County Equalization meeting as the documents were recorded after the City deadline.
Forty-eight notices of increase were sent out. The following property owners contacted City Assessor Hansen regarding the notice of increase for 2019.
| Parcel Number | Property Owner | Requested Change |
| 63-3551523 | Lee Olsberg | There was a change in value due to cement pad added to property. After conversation, no requested change. |
| 63-2900062 | Chad Wendel | Property owner received notice of increase because two year property tax exemption ended. Hansen recommended using the 2018 true and full value of $646,800 as there are no comps in the market. Hansen would like to study oversized homes to review market values in the City.
In 2017, the neighborhood was at $187/square foot. The proposed value is $191+/square foot. New construction is currently at $156/square foot in Valley City. At $187/square foot, the value is $770,000. Commissioner Bishop and Commissioner Erickson recommended setting 2019 true and full value at $700,000. President Carlsrud recommended following the recommendation of the City Assessor and allowing her time to review the values. [see below for final action] |
No written comments were received by City Auditor.
Commissioner Bishop moved to close the hearing, seconded Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the assessment book as prepared by the City Assessor with the true and full value set at $646,800 for parcel number 63-2900062, seconded by Commissioner Bishop.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:54 p.m.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.
Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.
Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Chad Petersen from KLJ.
Consider Resolution No. 2192, a Resolution Declaring Flood Emergency
City Administrator Schelkoph is expecting a 14 to 16’ flood stage, this is subject to change if there is a rain event. For financial reimbursement purposes, a flood emergency declaration is part of the process. The probabilistic forecast from March 11, 2019 is out of date. Lake Ashtabula is at 1257’ today. Schelkoph contacted National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks. The thaw-freeze cycle is favorable with flow expected to enter the Sheyenne at Warwick and along the Baldhill Creek due to snow pack. Schelkoph stated biggest risk is a rain event.
Schelkoph stated the City has been undergoing Permanent Flood Protection which reduces the number of sandbags needed. At 16 feet, the City will need 10,000 sandbags. Chad Petersen from KLJ stated 7,800 yards of clay will be needed. At 18’, 28,000 sandbags and 40,000 yards of clay is required.
Schelkoph state the City will follow the plans for storm gates and low roadways/bridges. [Foss] Music Building at VCSU requires no work at a 16’ flood. When help is needed from Army Corp of Engineers (USACOE), will call for help at that time.
Schelkoph recommended to the Commission to approve the emergency today and call for USACOE help at a later date if needed.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2192, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Consider Resolution No. 2193, a Resolution Requesting Emergency Flood Assistance from USACOE
Schelkoph stated anything below 15’ flood state requires little response and the City can handle internally. If forecast is over 15’ feet, Schelkoph will ask Commission to review and consider the resolution at later date.
Steve Urness stated the stream gauges are viewable on newsdakota.com under “Water Watch.”
Meeting was adjourned at 5:57 PM.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: Commissioner Magnuson, Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell. Commissioner Erickson joined the meeting at 5:02 PM.
Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, City Auditor Richter, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Building/Fire Inspector Andersen, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.
President Carlsrud read the proclamation recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29, 2019. Warren Ventsch, Al Schuldt, and Jim Verwey, members of the Valley City ND Cares Steering Committee were in attendance and recognized.
Removal of Consent A.r. Sheyenne Mechanical.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from March 5, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
There were no public comments.
R1) Approve Resolution No. 2182, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119
R2)Approve Resolution No. 2183, a Resolution Determining Sufficiency of Protests for Paving Improvement District No. 119B
City Auditor Richter reported that there were no protests received for Paving Improvement District No. 119B and 5.34% of affected properties protested in Paving Improvement District No. 119.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve R1 & R2, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
R3) Approve Resolution No. 2184, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Sanitary Sewer District No. 64
R4) Approve Resolution No. 2185, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Storm Sewer District No. 52
R5) Approve Resolution No. 2186, a Resolution Approving Preliminary Engineers report & directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications & estimates of probable cost for Water Main District No. 100
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the above districts are associated with Paving Improvement Districts No. 119 & 119B. The preliminary reports were provided as part of the Paving documents in January 2019.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve R3, R4, and R5, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
R6) Approve Resolution No. 2187, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 119 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids
R7) Approve Resolution No. 2188, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Paving Improvement District No. 119B and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids
R8) Approve Resolution No. 2189, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Sanitary Sewer District No. 64 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids
R9) Approve Resolution No. 2190, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Storm Sewer District No. 52 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids
R10) Approve Resolution No. 2191, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Water Main District No. 100 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported all five improvement districts have been developed into one bid package with bids scheduled to be received April 3, 2019.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve R6, R7, R8, R9 and R10, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
City Administrator Schelkoph reported the City, US Army Corp of Engineers, ND Department of Emergency Services and the Barnes County Emergency Manager discussed the preliminary outlook for the Sheyenne River with 50% chance of 18 feet. As of today, the City has not declared an emergency.
Schelkoph stated HB 1066, Prairie Dog bill has been approved and ready for governor signature, expecting $3 million every biennium for infrastructure replacement. SB 2020 is the State Water Commission budget which includes Phase IV Permanent Flood Protection funding.
PW Accountant Jacobson reported the snow removal budget for 2019 is gone.
Fire Chief Magnuson reported former Fire Chief Schlittenhart passed away. Magnuson asked the public to stay off the river as the thaw begins.
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported PFP Phase II construction continues by the Elks building with plans to complete pours within the next week. Streetscape Phase II public input meeting is on Thursday, March 21.
President Carlsrud once again thanked veterans for their service; thanked outdoor crews for their work.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City
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, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.
Commissioner Erickson, Commissioner Magnuson. Minutes from February 19, 2019 meeting
The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045, an Ordinance relating to the annexation of a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, described as Parcel 1B-1 and Parcel 1B-2 in Section 28, Township 140N, Range 58W, County of Barnes, State of North Dakota (parcels #41-2840415, 41-2830335)
City Attorney Martineck stated there are no changes for second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045 regarding the annexation of the Love’s property. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1045, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution No. 2178, a Resolution Adopting Updated Hydrology for the Sheyenne River from the 2012 US Army Corps of Engineers Feasibility Study of Flood Protection
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported the US Army Corp of Engineers updated the hydrology from 7200 cfs to 7600 cfs. For Permanent Flood Protection planning, the City has used the 7600 cfs. As part of the long-range Permanent Flood Protection planning, the KLJ is working with FEMA to update the CLOMR. As part of this process, Petersen recommends official adoption of 7600 cfs by the City.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve Resolution No. 2178, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution No. 2179, a Resolution Creating Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 64
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported Sanitary Sewer District No. 64 is located in the Paving 119 & 119B reconstruction projects.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2179, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution No. 2180, a Resolution Creating Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 52
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported Storm Sewer District No. 52 work will be included in Paving 119. The Storm Sewer drainage extends beyond the paving improvement district. The drainage area will be included in the improvement district except for areas outside of city limits.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve Resolution No. 52, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution No. 2181, a Resolution Creating Water Main Improvement District No. 100
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Water Main District No. 100 for the area of Paving Improvement District Nos. 119 & 119B. Water Main Improvements will be made on 7th Avenue NW and 2nd Avenue NE.
Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve Resolution No. 2181, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve NDDOT Cost Participation, Construction, and Maintenance Agreement for Project No. SU-SS-2-990(053)057 (Wintershow Road, 4th Avenue, 8th Avenue SW and I-94 Exit 292 NE Ramp) Storm Drain, Manholes, Inlets and Seeding
Chad Petersen from KLJ reported this project addresses flooding on Wintershow Road. The road is on Urban Road corridor. Eligible portions of the project will be funded with federal funds (80.93% cost share, up to $600,000) with other portions of the project being paid by the State as there is benefit to NDDOT along I-94 near the northeast ramp and behind Riverview Drive. Bid opening is scheduled for April 12.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve the NDDOT Cost Participation, Construction, and Maintenance Agreement for Project No. SU-SS-2-990(053)057, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve purchase Peterbilt 567 Tandem Chassis, grouped with Galbreath U5DPK2000 Hook Lift Hoist and Pitbull PB24 Trailer for $215,309.00 from Sanitation Products
City Administrator Schelkoph stated both he and Street Superintendent Differding recommend this purchase, which is not the low bid but the best bid for the City.
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve purchase as recommended for $215,309.00 from Sanitation Products, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
There was no City Administrator’s report.
Fire Chief Magnuson thanked the Street Department for clearing fire hydrants and the VCFD for their response to a high number of accidents.
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated Reiners will return next week to install stop locks and gaskets on Permanent Flood Protection Phase II. A public input meeting for Streetscape II is scheduled for March 21.
Commissioner Erickson reminded the public that if you are worried about your pipes freezing, leave your water trickle especially if the water is 35 degrees or lower.
President Carlsrud thanked city employees, the VCPD & VCFD for working in the cold.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:16 P.M.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City
Minutes from April 2, 2019 & April 9, 2019 Board of Equalization meetings
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Powell Erickson Carlsrud
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.
R1) Consider Resolution No. 2195, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving Improvement District No. 119 (KLJ)
Roll Call: Erickson Powell Bishop Magnuson Carlsrud
R2) Consider Resolution No. 2196, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving Improvement District No. 119B (KLJ)
Roll Call: Powell Magnuson Erickson Bishop Carlsrud
R3) Consider Resolution No. 2197, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Sanitary Sewer No. 64 (KLJ)
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Powell Carlsrud
R4) Consider Resolution No. 2198, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 52 (KLJ)
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Powell Bishop Carlsrud
R5) Consider Resolution No. 2199, a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Water Main Improvement District No. 100 (KLJ)
Roll Call: Erickson Bishop Powell Magnuson Carlsrud
N1) Consider transferring Access easement from the NDDOT (Love’s development) to create a right of way easement for the city that will support the extension of a south side frontage road along the interstate (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Powell Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
N2) Approve bid for Electrical Department bucket truck from Terex in the amount of $221,650.00 (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Bishop Powell Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
N3) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 310 2nd Ave SW for $185,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Magnuson Powell Bishop Erickson Carlsrud
N4) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 206 4th St SW for $68,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Erickson Bishop Magnuson Powell Carlsrud
N5) Approve Permanent Flood Protection Phase IV buyout purchase at 537 4th St SW for $114,000 (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Powell Erickson Bishop Magnuson Carlsrud
N6) Approve Application for Property Tax Exemption for Improvement to Residential Building at 958 2nd St NW (City Assessor Hansen)
Roll Call: Bishop Erickson Powell Magnuson Carlsrud
N7) Consider request from South Central Adult Services for $20,000 to support transit program (Pat Hansen, Director)
Roll Call: Magnuson Erickson Bishop Powell Carlsrud
N8) Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for American Legion at VCSU Student Union on April 23, 2019 for Development Corporation & Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet (City Auditor Richter)
Roll Call: Erickson Magnuson Powell Bishop Carlsrud
Roll Call: Powell Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Powell Carlsrud
Approval of Agenda
Minutes from March 19, 2019; March 28, 2019 meetings
Roll Call: Powell Magnuson Erickson Bishop Carlsrud
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.
R1) Approve Resolution No. 2194, a Resolution Approving Final Plans and Specifications for Permanent Flood Protection Phase 2A and Permanent Flood Protection Phase 3 and Authorizing Engineer to Advertise for Bids (KLJ)
Roll Call: Magnuson Bishop Powell Erickson Carlsrud
N1) Approve VCFD Officer List (Fire Chief Magnuson)
Roll Call: Bishop Magnuson Erickson Powell Carlsrud
Followed by:
N2) Approve bid for new sander truck (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Erickson Powell Bishop Magnuson Carlsrud
N3) Approve 2019 City Forester Contract (City Administrator Schelkoph)
Roll Call: Powell Bishop Magnuson Erickson Carlsrud