Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Jun 20

CSi Weather…

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. A 30 percent chance of rain showers after midnight in the Jamestown area, 50 percent in the Valley City area. Lows in the mid 50s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain

showers in the afternoon, in the Jamestown area, a 40 percent chance in the Valley City area including thundershowers. Highs in the lower 80s. South winds 10 to 15 mph

shifting to the west in the afternoon. Gusts up to 30 mph.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear.  A 20 percent chance of evening showers in the Valley City area.  Lows in the lower 50s. West

winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.

.THURSDAY…Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. Northwest winds 5 to

15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows around 50.

.FRIDAY…Partly sunny. A 30 percent chance of rain showers in

the afternoon. Highs in the upper 60s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain showers and slight

chance of thunderstorms in the evening, then chance of rain

showers after midnight. Lows in the upper 40s. Chance of

precipitation 30 percent.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of rain

showers. Highs in the mid 60s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY…Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper

40s. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY…Mostly clear. Lows around 50. Highs in

the lower to mid 70s.

 

Isolated thunderstorms are possible tonight across western and

central North Dakota. Severe weather is not expected.

There is a chance of thunderstorms Wednesday, and again Friday

afternoon and evening.

Then, much cooler air into the region with highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s by Saturday.

 

Jamestown (CSi)  The Jamestown City Council’s Finance & Legal, Bldg, Planning & Zoning, Civic Center & Promotion Committees met Tuesday afternoon at City Hall.

All members were present.

The Finance and Legal Committee…

Recommends approval of the request from JSDC for $3,200.00 from Economic Development Funds to update the JSDC Strategic Plan with the City Share to be $2,560.00 and paid from the City Sales Tax Fund.

The committee recommends approval of the request from JSDC to relocate the public accesses to the western border of the east half of Section 28, or a portion of that Section, into the Spiritwood Energy Park.  The City of Jamestown is one of the landowners.

Also Tuesday… The Stutsman County Commission approved  moving the existing public access for the Klose property, part of which could become part of the Spiritwood Energy Park Association’s industrial park.

The committee recommends adopting the following rates for the City Blue Cross Blue Shield Group Health Insurance Plan for the 9/1/17 to 8/31/18 Plan Year:

City Administrator Jeff Fuchs says the increase of about 6-percent, stems from an increase in the stop loss coverage.

The increase proposed is being absorbed by the city.

Current Rate 17/18 Plan Year $ Inc. % Inc.

Single Plan $561.08 $595.37 34.29 6.11%

Single Plus Dependent Plan $955.82 $1,016.16 60.34 6.31%

Family Plan $1,399.37 $1,488.49 89.12 6.37%

City Share

Single Plan $561.08 $595.37 34.29 6.11%

Single Plus Dependent Plan $675.58 $735.92 60.34 8.93%

Family Plan $787.83 $876.95 89.12 11.31%

Employee Share

Single Plan $0.00 $0.00 0.00 0.00%

Single Plus Dependent Plan $280.24 $280.24 0.00 0.00%

Family Plan $611.54 $611.54 0.00 0.00%

The committee recommends conducting a Public Hearing on July 5, 2017, considering authorization of a City Certification of Significant Community Support for the submission of a Community Facilities application on behalf of the James River Valley Library System for a grant to the USDA-Rural Development to be used for renovations of Alfred Dickey Library.

The committee reviewed residency requirements for employment with the City of Jamestown.  Deputy Auditor Jay Sveum said the review stems from an employee looking at moving out of Stutsman County.

The current residency requirement allows city employees to live within Stutsman County.

Those applying for city employment must also live within the county.

Emergency personnel are required to live within a four township area from the city limits.

Mayor Andersen agrees with adjusting the policy to include out of county employees for non-emergency which was moved by Council Member Phillips and approved for recommendations.

The committee reviewed a policy to allow a liquor license for taking a growler beverage out of a liquor establishment that is open container.  The product would be re-sealed on site.

The product would be re-sealed on site.

The committee recommends the First Reading of an Ordinance.

Council Member Phillips brought up an appointment to the Jamestown Regional Airport Authority board, at a recent meeting  regarding the motion being in order.

City Attorney Leo Ryan said discussion was held, and the motion was within Roberts Rules of Order.

Informational: Departmental and financial reports.

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE:

Informational:

A Public Hearing and Second Reading of an Ordinance to change the zoning of Approximately 5.3 acres, including Blocks 3, 4, and 5 of Mall Woods Addition, within the City of Jamestown, from P-O-C (Public, Open Development and Conservation District) to C-2 (General Commercial District). The property is located at: 900 23rd St SW, 912 23rd St SW and 1024 23rd St SW.

CIVIC CENTER AND PROMOTION COMMITTEE

No items on the agenda.

Two members of the Frontier Village Board appeared and were allowed to speak.

Board President Nellie Degen handed out material to the committee for review, a seven-page document including a copy of a letter of appeal concerning a decision by the Jamestown Tourism Board of Directors to not fund some projects at the village.

After review, Mayor Andersen said the item was accepted but not discussed because it was not on the agenda, for public discussion, and the length of material presented.

The committee then tabled the item to another meeting, possibly a committee meeting or a City Council meeting next month.

The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 67 followed by replays.

 

Valley City  (CSi)  The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session, Tuesday evening at City Hall.  Commissioners Pedersen and Powell were not present.

Valley City Police Officer Dana Rustebakke was sworn in in the rank of Lieutenant.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS INCLUDED:

Application for annual retail tobacco license for the following businesses:

a. Boomers Corner Keg

b. Brothers III Sports

c. Casey’s Retail Company

d. CHS – Dakota Plains Ag at 807 W Main St and 151 9th Ave NW

e. Eagles Aeries Club 2192

f. Dakota Silver

g. Farmers Union Oil Company of Moorhead, MN dba PetroServe USA #071

h. Leever’s Foods, Inc.

i. Johanneson’s, Inc. dba MP Wine & Spirits

j. Johanneson’s, Inc. dba Marketplace Foods

k. Approve all license renewals received on/before June 30, 2017.

 

B. Approve renewal applications for liquor and/or beer licenses for the following businesses:

a. American Legion Club

b. Boomers Corner Keg

c. Budget Burger

d. Chinese Palace

e. Dakota Silver

f. Eagles Aeries Club 2192

g. Jimmy’s Pizza

h. Johanneson’s, Inc. dba MP Wine & Spirits

i. RND Inc dba NuBar

j. The Labor Club

k. Town & Country Club

l. VC Developers, LLC dba Bridges Bar & Grill

m. Approve all license renewals received on/before June 30, 2017.

 

A cabaret license for the following business: a. Eagles Aeries Club 2192

 

An initial plumber license for: a. Riverside Plumbing, Inc.

 

A mechanical contractor license for: a. Crossroads Electric, Inc.

 

A raffle permit for North American Game Warden Museum

PUBLIC COMMENTS:  No one spoke

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

The City Commission, approved a Second and Final reading of an Ordinance Amending and Re-Enacting a Section of an Ordinance Zoning Map, By Changing the Zoning Use Districts as Established on the Zoning Map of the City of Valley City

 

NEW BUSINESS

Reorganization of the Commissioners Portfolios.

• Finance: Matt Pedersen

• PW Streets, Sanitation & Sewer: Duane Magnuson

• PW Electric & Water: Dave Carlsrud

• Police/Fire: Mike Bishop

• Building/Grounds: Ross Powell

City Commissioners approved appointing board members for open positions, effective July 1, 2017:

Zoning Board of Adjustments (1 opening; 3 year term) –Allen Schuldt

 

Approved the City Attorney/Human Resource position offer to  the city Municipal Court prosecutor and Assistant Barnes County State’s Attorney Lilie Schoenack, who has accepted both positions. The recommendation comes from a committee reviewing the application.

She assumes the positions on August 1, 2017.

City Administrator Schelkoph the position is full time and will provide sound advice in both areas.  The recommendation comes from a committee reviewing the application.

 

The Commission approved the transfer of ownership of 18’ x 50’ portion of parcel number 63-3020644 to Derek Bruns.   The property will be replatted at the owner’s expense.

Approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Barnes County for Truck Regulation Enforcement.  Police Chief Hatcher said  the action will help enforce truck regulations and the county to come in to the city for enforcement.

Approved an initial application for retail tobacco license for the Dollar General Store. City Administrator Schelkoph said a maximum of 14 licenses are allowed.  One retailer dropped out and Dollar General was approved.

Approved the installation allowance for replacing overhead service with underground at $3.00/ft.  City Administrator Schelkoph the allowance encourages property owners to put overhead lines underground.  The previous allowance was $1.50/ft.

Approved an Engineering Agreement for Mill Dam Erosion project, for rip rap,  in the amount of $22,200.   KLJ reported the next steps are permitting and design, followed by bid letting and work this fall.  An application will be made for mitigation cost sharing with Devils Lake through the state.

Approved an application for property tax exemption for improvements to residential property at 1016 Riverview Drive. Assessor Sandy Hansen said the exemption is on the improved value.

Approved a gaming site authorization for Valley City Hockey and Figure Skating Club at Town and Country Club, 500 12th Ave NE

Approved a gaming site authorization for Valley City State University Foundation at Shelly Ellig Field at Lokken Stadium, W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse, Town and Country Club, and the Eagles.

 

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

David Schelkoph said a city committee has addressed the new comprehensive  and Transportation long range plans.

He said a part of the 16 month process will be public input meetings with the first meeting planned for September 21, 2017.

He noted 25 city employees who helped make Rally in the Valley a success.

CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS;

City Auditor Richter said the next Regular City Commission meeting will be on Wednesday July 5, 2017 due to the July 4^th holiday.

City Building and Fire Inspector Dave Andersen reminded residents of timely lawn mowing.

City Fire Chief Gary Retterath reminded resident to use caution while using fire pits, and with using fireworks which becom legal for sale and usage starting on June 27, 2017.

City Police Chief Hatcher reminded residents of the 72 hour street parking limit in Valley City.

KLJ gave an update on street construction, including mill and overlays.

Mayor Carlsrud thanked city employees for their work, and to residents for exercising continued caution during street construction.

The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68, followed by replays.

 

 

Jamestown (CSi)  Jamestown Police and Jamestown Emergency Service agencies will join Central Valley Health District for Kids Safety Day on June 22 , 2017 at the Jamestown Civic Center, from 9-p.m. to 3-p.m, for children 4 to 14 years old.

Jamestown Police will hold their bike rodeo as well as helping to set up emergency vehicles for viewing.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol will be providing free car seat checks.

Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Ambulance, Stutsman County Sheriff, American Red Cross, Ottertail Power Company and Game & Fish will answer  questions concerning safety.

Jamestown businesses will provide food.

A  few bikes, will be raffled, at no charge to the kids, as they write  their name and phone number, and place it in the box next to the bicycle they want. The drawing will be held later during the event.

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown High School Advanced Theatre Art’s Program will be performing the musical “Into The Woods,”  at the Jamestown High School Theater on June 29^th and 30th at 7:00pm.

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine.

On Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSI Cable 2, Cheryl McIntyre, who co-directs the production with Mike McIntyre said the story follows a childless baker and his wife. The couple venture into the woods to reverse a spell. During their journey they encounter Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Jack in the Beanstalk, and a Witch, each one on a quest to fulfill a wish.

She pointed out that the play has been performed on Broadway and was produced as a movie.

Forty students from grades 6-12 and 2017 graduates are participating in the show.  With 11 orchestra members.

Cheryl is also the director of choirs at JHS, and her husband Mike teaches theater at the University of Jamestown.

Also on our show were cast members Nicholas Mortenson, who plays the Baker, and Emma Bennett, who plays his wife.

Tickets for Into The Woods will be sold at the door ($5 for students and senior citizens, $7 for adults.)

 

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  More than 560 men, women and children registered for R.M. Stout’s 2017 Running of the Pink 5K and 10K events. This year, the event raised $22,800. That included a $5,000 donation directly from R.M. Stoudt. All proceeds stay local and benefit the No Excuses program and the Women’s Way Chapter for 3D Mammograms and cervical cancer screenings as well as education and other needs. In the 10-year history of Running of the Pink, Stoudt’s has raised more than $100,000.

BDC Coordinator at R.M. Stoudt, Tara Kapp says, “We’re humbled by the support from everyone. To know that Running of the Pink has helped people, that’s what the event is all about.”

 

 

MINOT, N.D. (AP) — Authorities have dismissed a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge filed against an 18-year-old Minot High School student accused in a water balloon prank.

Xavier Falcon was charged in city adult court after a water balloon fight in a school lunch room in May. He pleaded not guilty to the charge that carried a possible sentence of 30 days in jail and a $1,500 fine and was scheduled for trial Thursday.

The Minot Daily News reports that the school was widely criticized for turning the matter over to the courts. An online petition asking for the charges to be dropped against Falcon and two 17-year-old boys garnered more than 1,700 signatures.

Assistant City Attorney Stefanie Stalheim on Monday said probable cause existed to charge Falcon but that “dismissal is appropriate.”

 

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Fireworks dealers are hoping for rain to ease drought conditions in parts of North Dakota and lift a ban against setting off pyrotechnics.

Mandan, Lincoln, Morton and Burleigh counties have imposed a fireworks ban because of extremely dry conditions. More than a-half dozen counties are struggling with similar conditions.

Pyrotechnics ordered from China began arriving in May at Memory Fireworks in Bismarck. Co-owner Shannon Knutson says they’re hopeful customers will still purchase fireworks for the July Fourth holiday, family reunions and weddings, despite the ban.

The burning ban will be re-evaluated in the coming days. And Morton County emergency manager Tom Doering says a decision will be based on the recommendations of rural fire chiefs.

 

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Eastern North Dakota received much-needed rain over the past week, but the western part of the state is still experiencing dry conditions.

The weekly crop report from the federal Agriculture Department says topsoil moisture supplies statewide are rated 43 percent short or very short, and subsoil moisture is 38 percent in those categories.

North Dakota’s staple spring wheat crop is rated 6 percent very poor, 18 percent poor, 34 percent fair, 39 percent good and 3 percent excellent.

In the ranching community, pasture and range conditions are rated 54 percent poor or very poor. Stock water supplies are 68 percent adequate to surplus.

 

In sports…

Jamestown (CSi)  Long time University of Jamestown Women’s Track and Field and  Cross Country coach Jim Clark is changing his role.

After 40 years the 67 year old Clark is stepping down as head coach, however, he will remain as head Women’s Cross Country Coach and serve as an assistant in track and field.

Clark is also the University of Jamestown’s Intramural Director.

Clark is the only women’s track and women’s cross country coach in school history, going back to the start of the program, in 1979, the year he started the  Cross Country program.

His  first coaching job at Jamestown College was the women’s basketball coach.

University of Jamestown, Athletic Director,  Sean Johnson says Clark’s impact is immeasurable. He says the pool of applicants is strong for the Head Women’s Track and Field position.

Clark’s successes have include his  teams winning  41 conference championships including track and cross country, with the latest title this past winter in indoor track and field. Clark, hopes  to continue coaching for a while.

 

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