Valley City Commission Proceedings
Thursday, January 3, 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall
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, Building/Fire Inspector Andersen, Fire Chief Magnuson, , Police Chief Hatcher, Deputy Auditor Klein, Chad Petersen from KLJ.
President Carlsrud called to order at 5:00 PM.
Swear In City Attorney Carl Martineck
President Carlsrud swore in City Attorney Martineck.
Swear in Fire Chief Scott Magnuson
President Carlsrud swore in Fire Chief Magnuson.
Approval of Agenda
No changes to the agenda.
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from December 18, 2018 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approve Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.
- Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $1,442,328.31
- Approve Raffle Permits for District 24 GOP, Sharp Shooter Showdown
Commissioner Powell moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Resolution
Approve Resolution No. 2169, a Resolution Approving Plat of Legacy West Townhomes Planned Unit Development Addition
City Attorney Martineck stated this Resolution updates the Planned Unit Development previously filed so that it is now platted. Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of this plat. Commissioner Erickson moved to approve Resolution No. 2169, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Resolution No. 2170, a Resolution Approving Plat of Sorensen Subdivision
City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of this plat. The plat corrects the alley and addresses property line issues. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve Resolution No. 2170, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
New Business
Approve Conditional Use Permit for Brockopp Brewing, LLC
City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit to allow manufacturing in the business district. Commissioner Powell moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Brockopp Brewing, LLC, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Conditional Use Permit for Just Kidding Childcare Center, LLC at 913 Riverview Drive
City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit with two conditions to include a fence on the southwest corner of the property and designate a drop-off area with appropriate signage. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Just Kidding Childcare Center, LLC, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Conditional Use Permit for First Church of the Nazarene at 320 Central Avenue South
City Attorney Martineck reported Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval for this Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Magnuson moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for First Church of the Nazarene, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
Consider Awarding KLJ the Construction Engineering Contract for Streetscape I, Central Avenue from Main Street to 12th St N, Project No. UGP-SU-2-990(057) PCN 22043
City Administrator Schelkoph reported a RFP was conducted for the construction engineering for Streetscape I with one firm submitting a response. NDDOT stated this is sufficient for their requirements. President Carlsrud inquired if the City will qualify for NDDOT funding with one submission. City Administrator Schelkoph confirmed the City will.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve awarding the Construction Engineering Contract to KLJ, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. Roll Call: Magnuson: aye; Erickson: nay; Powell: aye; Bishop: nay; Carlsrud: aye. Motion carried.
Consider accepting building plan for Garage Addition at Transfer Station and accepting quote in the amount of $145,262 from Enterprise Sales
City Administrator Schelkoph reported through the GSA contract system, the City has received a quote in the amount of $145,262 from Enterprise Sales for the Garage Addition at the Transfer Station. Commissioner Bishop reviewed the items not included in the contract. Schelkoph stated land preparation will be completed by VCPW.
Commissioner Erickson moved to accept the building plan and approve quote for Garage Addition at Transfer Station from Enterprise Sales, seconded by Commissioner Magnuson. The motion passed unanimously.
City Administrator’s Report
City Administrator Schelkoph had no report.
City Updates & Commission Reports
City Auditor Richter invited the public to attend a Retirement Party for Fire Chief Gary Retterath from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Friday, January 4.
Fire Chief Magnuson asked the public to avoid the ice on the river during the warm cycle. Magnuson thanked those in attendance for their support.
City Administrator Schelkoph stated Chuck Coghlan retired after 23 years at the Transfer Station and thanked him for his service.
Commissioner Erickson welcomed City Attorney Martineck and Fire Chief Magnuson to the City.
Commissioner Bishop thanked City crews for work during the snow event and thanked VCFD and VCPD for their work.
Commissioner Magnuson welcomed City Attorney Martineck and Fire Chief Magnuson.
President Carlsrud thanked the Electrical Department for keeping the lights on.
Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned at 5:24 PM.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Avis Richter, City Auditor
City of Valley City