Valley City Commission Proceedings
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
5:00 PM, City Hall
President Carlsrud called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Members present: Commissioner Bishop, Commissioner Powell, Commissioner Erickson.
Members absent: Commissioner Magnuson.
Others Present: City Administrator Schelkoph, Deputy Auditor Klein, City Attorney Martineck, City Assessor Hansen, Public Works Accountant Jacobson, Fire Chief Magnuson, Lieutenant Rustebakke, Chad Petersen from KLJ.
Approval of Agenda
There were no changes.
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the minutes from the February 5, 2019 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Motion carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approve Raffle Permit for Dakota Plains Ag, North American Game Warden Museum, Valley City Baseball Association, Valley City Lions
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Public Hearing
Public Hearing to consider the petition to Annex the a tract of land located southeast of I-94 and Exit 292, submitted by Roserock Holdings, LLC
President Carlsrud declared the public hearing open.
Tim Logan, adjacent landowner, inquired if there was an issue with the city ordinances as the Valley City Trap Team & Club will be 900’ from the property line to city [limits]. City Attorney Martineck stated no current ordinances impact the location of the shooting range and that North Dakota Century Code makes it difficult for Cities to restrict shooting ranges that have been in existence as long as this one. Commissioner Powell inquired about the direction of the shots. Logan stated eastward.
Steve Walters, Real Estate Property Manager for Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, appeared by phone. Walters stated if the City has no concerns, Loves does not have any concerns.
Chuck Mielke, President of the Trap Club, stated the Club is considering expanding its hours beyond Tuesday evening to possibly include Thursday, Friday and Sundays as the Club now has 200 members with 57 VCHS students participating.
Commissioner Bishop moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Ordinance
Approve first 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)
Commissioner Powell moved to approve Ordinance No. 1045, seconded by Commissioner Erickson.
City Attorney Martineck reported the appropriate notices have been received and provided. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1044, an Ordinance creating and enacting Section 7-03-05.1 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to removal of snow and ice from sidewalk, and repealing Section 23-15 of the Valley City Municipal Code
City Attorney Martineck stated there were no changes from the first reading of Ordinance No. 1044.
Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1044, seconded by Commissioner Erickson. The motion passed unanimously.
New Business
Presentation of 2018 Valley City Fire Department Annual Report
Scott Magnuson reported 102 calls for service were received in 2018 which is down from two years ago. VCFD logged 1310 training hours, 96 hours for office meetings and 851 hours for PrePlan Program.
Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant Application for Foell Chiropractic Clinic up to $1,000 for signage
City Administrator Schelkoph reported the Visitors Committee provided a due pass recommendation.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve the Image Enhancement Grant Application for Foell Chiropractic Clinic up to $1,000 for signage, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings Grant Application for Brockopp Brewing, LLC up to $15,000 subject to conditions set forth by Visitors Committee
City Administrator Schelkoph reported the Visitors Committee provided a due pass recommendation with the conditions as stated in the materials. Commissioner Bishop moved to approve the Image Enhancement Grant for Historic Buildings for Brockopp Brewing, LLC up to $15,000 subject to conditions set forth by Visitors Committee, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 5 – 9, 2019
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 at ND Winter Show on March 5 – 9, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Powell. The motion passed unanimously.
Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for VFW Post 2764 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 8, 2019
Commissioner Erickson moved to approve the Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for VFW Post 2764 at North Dakota Winter Show on March 8, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Consider extending the protest deadline for Paving Improvement District No. 119 to March 11, 2019
City Administrator Schelkoph stated at the public meeting for Paving Improvement District No. 119, property owners inquired about the associated costs of sewer, water and storm sewer. A second public meeting will be held on February 26.
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the Paving Improvement District No. 119B meeting will also be held February 26 and the protest period will now coincide with Paving Improvement District No. 119. Petersen stated a new letter will be sent out to property owners.
Commissioner Powell moved to extend the protest deadline for Paving Improvement District No. 119 to March 11, 2019, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
Consider updated procedure for Commission meeting agendas
Deputy Auditor Klein reviewed the updated procedure for Commission meeting agendas in which the agendas will not be published in the Times Record.
Beginning May 1, 2019, City Commission agendas will be available at City Hall, www.valleycity.us or distributed by email. To signup, email [email protected]
City Attorney Martineck stated publication of the agenda is not required by law but notification is required. Commissioner Powell stated he likes the direction of utilizing website.
Commissioner Powell moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Bishop. The motion passed unanimously.
City Administrator’s Report
City Administrator Schelkoph reviewed Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) and his position on the board representing the City of Valley City.
Schelkoph provided an update on HB 1066 and SB 2020.
Schelkoph thanked City crews for clearing snow this winter and asked property owners to remove snow – if needed, use a private contractor.
City Updates & Commission Reports
Chad Petersen from KLJ stated the second public input meeting for 5th Avenue NW (Paving 118) is scheduled for Thursday, February 21.
Commissioner Powell thanked City employees for snow removal. Thanked Brockopps & Foell for investing in VC.
President Carlsrud thanked city employees for snow removal and VCFD for their work.
Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned at 5:41 P.M.
Dave Carlsrud, President of the
City of Valley City Commission
Attested to by:
Brenda Klein, Deputy Auditor
City of Valley City