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8.1.2023 Commission Meeting

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The City Commission Meeting will begin on Tuesday, August 1st , 2023 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/84742897423 or listen by calling (1 346 248 7799) Webinar ID:  847 4289 7423

Call To Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance (please stand)

Approval of Agenda

Approval of Minutes

Approve Minutes from the July 18th, 2023 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 2023-2024 Application for Contractor Licenses for the following:
    1. Valley Flooring
    1. Braden Wenaas Construction, LLC
  3. Approve Raffle Permit for Ducks Unlimited Barnes County Chapter on September 21st, 2023 at the Valley City Eagles Club.
  4. Approve Application to Block Off Street for Captain’s Pub Street Dance for August 19th, 2023 at 3:00pm to 1am.

Roll Call:    Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           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 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1137, an Ordinance updating the Valley City Municipal Code to reflect the 2023 State Legislative Session. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Magnuson        Bishop             Carlsrud

New Business

N1.      Approve Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $          

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

N2.      Approve Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit Application for Captain’s Pub Street Dance for August 19th, 2023. (Deputy Auditor Klein)

Roll Call:          Gulmon           Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Carlsrud

N3.      Approve Conditional Use Permit to operate Mac’s Bait & Tackle LLC at 741 2nd Ave NE. (City Attorney Martineck)

Roll Call:          Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Bishop             Carlsrud

N4. Consider Accepting Project No. SU-2-990(059), PCN 22245 – 5th Ave NW Reconstruction. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Erickson          Gulmon           Magnuson        Bishop             Carlsrud

N5. Approve Preliminary Engineering Task Order for Site Survey for Public Works Site Development. (City Engineer)

Roll Call:          Bishop             Magnuson        Erickson          Gulmon           Carlsrud

City Administrator’s Report
City Updates & Commission Reports
Adjourn

Notice of Board Opening for the City of Valley City

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The City of Valley City has an opening on the Planning & Zoning Commission for an extraterritorial seat. This position is a 5-year term.

If you would like to be considered for this position:

Please submit your name, address, and phone number, in writing, to the Valley City Auditor’s Office, 254 2nd Ave NE, Valley City. You may also email your information to [email protected]. All submissions must be submitted by Friday, August 4th, 2023.

7.17.2023 Mayor’s Message

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Hi Folks,

  • This week is another great week for entertainment in Valley City.  Wednesday, July 19th, Myron Sommerfeld & The Music of the Stars will be featured at Music in the Park.  Myron and his group play a myriad of easy listening, swing and ballroom music for all to enjoy.  
  • Thursday the 20th is another Summer Nights on Central featuring 32 BELOW and its “music for the working class”.  The band, having sold over 15,000 albums,  is also one of the house bands at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville.  Last week the food, music and visits were all good ….. enjoy. 
  • Monday the 17th the VCPR is hosting a City Block Party in City Park 5:30 – 7:30 ….. Fun for all!
  • Chautauqua Park has a great, new Sand Volleyball Court.  Thank you to the Valley City Parks and Recreation Department.
  • Chlorosis in trees, mostly Maples, is showing up around town.  If you have trees that are turning a lighter green, leaning towards golden, you may have a chlorosis issue.  It can be treated if caught early or it could be fatal if not.  Please utilize our City Forester or our Barnes County Agent as resources.  
  • If you are planning to plant a tree(s), please see the recommended tree listing which can be obtained at City Hall and likely the Courthouse too.  Sadly, some my favorite trees are not flourishing in our area as they once did.
  • Another challenge is the Emerald Ash Borer.  The borers have yet to be confirmed in Valley City, though they are in Moorhead.  Valley City has a huge number of Green and Black Ash Trees that can be ruined by the borer so you may want to check your trees.  If you have Ash trees you want to save, there is a treatment and again, please utilize the aforementioned resources.
  • Thanks to all who provide and proof material for this article.                     
  • “Never wrestle with a pig, you both get dirty and the pig likes it.”    ~ Cowboy Logic                         

                                                  Blessings, Pray, be Grateful and Respectful,

Dave