Wayne Byers Show – Morning – Mar 3

CSi Weather…

.REST OF TODAY…Mostly sunny. Chance of flurries in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 10 to 20 mph.

.TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. A 40 percent chance of snow in the evening. Lows in the lower 20s. West winds 5 to 10 mph.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 30s. Southwest

winds 10 to 15 mph.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy in the evening then clearing.

Lows in the upper 20s. West winds 10 to 15 mph increasing to

20 to 25 mph after midnight.

.THURSDAY…Mostly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Windy.

Highs in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows 15 to 20.

.FRIDAY…Sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s.

.SUNDAY…Cloudy. A 30 percent chance of snow in the afternoon.

Highs in the lower 30s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Cloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow. Lows

around 10.

.MONDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of snow. Highs in

the lower 20s.

With snow melt this week….The James River and Pipestem creek watersheds should  be prepared for runoff starting to cause rising water levels by week`s end even though that area should have the most resilient of snowcover.

The temperature pattern will aid in ripening the snowpack across the area but with low temperatures overnight falling back below freezing any melt

water is not expected to begin making its way into the river systems.

Although a few windy clipper systems will move across the area

this week no major precipitation systems are expected to impact

the region through the end of the week and into the weekend.

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown City Council met in Regular Session Monday evening at City Hall.

All members were present.

 

• HEARING FROM THE AUDIENCE: (Individuals may address the City Council about any item not contained on the agenda. A maximum of 15 minutes is allotted for the hearing. If the full 15 minutes are not needed, the City Council will continue with the agenda. The City Council will take no official action on items discussed at the hearing, with the exception of referral to staff or Committee.)
• Tom Tracy questioned an Ordinance pertaining to regulating sexually oriented isssues.
• He said it is a comprehensive Ordinances. He said even though, he said it does not cover non-alcoholic premises, with performers scantily clothed which he said occurred, this past weekend. He suggested amending the city Ordinance to address more restrictions.

Pastor Tom Eckstein said he would like to see more stringent ordinances in place as well.

Another individual addressed the proposal of no curbside citywide clean up this year, and asked for a continuance of the action, so unwanted items can be shared.   Mayor Heinrich said the rules have not been strictly followed in the past, and may be reviewed for the future.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS  DISCUSSED SEPARATELY:

 

To provide more time to discuss controversial or disputed issues, the Council will consider the items on the consent agenda together at the beginning of the public meeting. These items are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. If a member of the City Council or public requests to be heard on one of these items, the Council will remove the item from the consent agenda and consider that item individually.

 

Among Resolutions approved on the Consent Agenda:

 

• Leases with Frontier Village tenants.

 

• The Frontier Village stagecoach agreement.

 

• Approved changing the 2020 Citywide Residential Curbside Clean Up to a Residential Drop Off at the Baler Facility.

Council Member Buchanan asked to remove for discussion Item E, to approved, in principle, the action plan to replace the State of North Dakota ladder truck at the Jamestown Fire Department. He asked for benchmarks being addressed on the fundraiser.

Mayor Heinrich reviewed the situation surrounding the need for a new truck, and that the State will no longer finance the truck, and how to raise funds for a new truck.  He pointed out the need for contributions, in conjunction with business and industry donations, and city and state contributions.

Following the discussion, the Council vote unanimously to approve.

 

REGULAR AGENDA

 

RESOLUTIONS:

• The City Council approved and authorized the issuance of improvement warrants and exchange Refunding Improvement Bonds of 2020, Series AC, and award the sale of Refunding Improvement Bonds to First Bank Securities at an average annual net interest rate of 1.32 %, with a seven year maturity.

 

• A PUBLIC HEARING was held: Concerning Seal Coat, Patching, Construction and Reconstruction District #20-41 protests and the sufficiency thereof. No One Spoke.

 

• It was then determined that the protests have been found to be insufficient to bar proceeding with Seal Coat, Patching, Construction and Reconstruction District #20-41.

 

Council Members authorized the City Engineer to develop detailed plans, specifications and estimates for Seal Coat, Patching, Construction and Reconstruction District #20-41.

 

A  PUBLIC HEARING was held: Concerning the failure to comply with the notice of dangerous building condition at 202 Business Loop West.   City Building Inspector Tom Blackmore explained that last winter heavy snow collapsed the canopy, at which time Blackmore deemed the structure unsafe.  In January this the roof collapsed on the same building from the weight of more snow.  That portion of the building was determined as not inhabitable. This year, the owner was advised to provide the city with a plan of corrections, which Blackmore said he did not do. He advised the owner of Monday’s City Council Hearing to address the issue.

• Base on the rooflines, Blackmore said there may be more than one building involved. The two adjacent structures are of similar construction. Blackmore said a structural analysis needs to be performed, concerning the Salvation Thrift Store, structure, and whether it should remain standing.
• He said a report indicated that to repair the building it would cost more than demolition, and determined there are two separate structures, and the building east of the Salvation is not safe to inhabit. The west building analysis has not been conducted.
• The building owner Russ Melland, spoke and said the building was constructed in 1957.
• He said an engineer reported that the destroyed east section is cost prohibitive to repair.
• He added that the Melland family has determined it is not prudent to repair the structure, and that the west side, the Salvation Army building may not be safe for continued occupancy, pending additional evaluation, and bringing it up to the current building code.
• Contractor Jim Schmacher said that upon his inspection roof, the east building is not constructed to withstand a heavy snow load, and the same for the west building.
• Salvation Army Major Judy Lowder said the Salvation Army thrift store is seeking another location, which has not yet been found.
• The City Council then approved to take such action as deemed necessary on the property at 202 Business Loop West and declared the east portion of the building to be unsafe.
• The City Council then approved an order to demolish the building, by May 1^st

 

• The City Council considered a draft Resolution for an emergency protection policy for the City of Jamestown.
• Mayor Heinrich said any policy needs to be addressed during a non-flood event time period, to stay consistent with flood mitigation actions taken last fall, specifically on private property.
• Stutsman County Emergency Manager Jerry Bergquist said, FEMA requires a city protection policy to be in place for federal assistance. The Corps of Engineers will not reimburse costs for mitigation on private property.
• City Engineer, Travis Dillman suggested a committee review the policy and direction, and make a recommendation to the City Council.
• The City Council on Monday, concluded to table the item and bring the information to the Public Works Committee meeting this month, or possible call for a Special City Council meeting.

Approved was  awarding the bid for the Jamestown Civic Center Roofing Removal and Replacement, ‘Area C’, Project A&R Roofing  in the amount of $118,267.

• Approved was the request from ND Buffalo Foundation for a site authorization to conduct gaming at the Jamestown Civic Center on June 17, 2020.

 

ORDINANCES:

• A FIRST READINGS Were approved: Concerning the following ordinances:
• 1)An ordinance to amend and re-enact Section 21-02-10 of the City Code pertaining to Classification and Disposition of Traffic Offenses; Fees; Duties of halting officer

 

• 2) An ordinance to amend and re-enact Section 21-04-06 of the City Code pertaining to Persons Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Other Drugs or Substances Not to Operate Vehicle; Penalty.
• 3) An ordinance to amend and re-enact Section 21-08-01 of the City Code pertaining to Immediate Notice of Accident; Penalty.

 

• 4) An ordinance to repeal Section 21-10-01 of the City Code pertaining to Leaving Motor Vehicles Unattended.
• 5) An ordinance to amend and re-enact Section 22-15.1 of the City Code pertaining to Firearms Loaded in Vehicle.

 

• 6) An ordinance to enact Section 22-53 of the City Code pertaining to Service Animal – Misrepresentation; Penalty.
• A SECOND READING of an Ordinance was approved, to amend and re-enact Sections of the City Code pertaining to the Building Code and Plumbing Code.
• APPOINTMENTS:
• Appointed was Kilzer to serve as a member of the Board of Adjustment for a three year term to January 2023.
• Appointed Emmy Rhorda to serve as a city member of the James River Valley Library System Board for a three year term to March 2023.
• Appointed LeRoy Gross to serve as the City employee representative and Dan Buchanan as the City Council representative on the Pension Committee for one year terms to March 2021.

 

MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBER’S REPORT:

Dan Buchanan said he was saddened at the passing of Leonard Palmer a former Jamestown Police Officer.

Mayor Heinrich said the NAIA National Women’s Wrestling is returning to Jamestown this month.

Pam Phillips reminded, the 2020 Census will be taken soon, and encourages participation.

OTHER BUSINESS:

• Approval of the requests for street closings and/or permits to allow alcoholic beverages in fenced areas for the St. Patrick’s Day Run, on March 21, 2020, for the following:
• All Vets Club;

Buffalo Lanes, Inc.;

Corner Bar;

Cork and Barrel, Inc.(Elk’s location);

Middles LLC d/b/a Fred’s Den;

Frontier Fort Bar & Grill;

Jonny B’s Brickhouse;

Knights of Columbus;

Office Bar & Lounge;

Shady’s; and

Wonder Bar Sports Bar.

 

• Approved the request to recognize the Stutsman County Wildlife Federation as an other public spirited organization and authorize the issuance of a raffle permit.

 

• The City Council voted to recognize the District 5NE Lions as an other public spirited organization and authorize the issuance of a raffle permit.

 

• Approved was the request from Jamestown Country Club dba Elks Lodge for an On-Sale alcoholic beverage license at 324 2nd Ave SW, Jamestown, ND, for the period April 1, 2020, through June 30, 2020.

 

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

 

Jamestown  (CSi)  Jamestown Mayor Dwaine Heinrich says, the city is keeping up to date with weekly meetings with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, concerning the spring snow melt and releases from Jamestown and Pipestem Dams.

On Monday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2 the mayor said the James River has had flows of 600 cfs, through the winter, as the two dam releases, have lessened the amount of ice cover, and the chance of ice jams.   He pointed out that several unknown factors still exist on a potential flood in Jamestown, including the rate of snow melt, especially north of Jamestown coming into the reservoirs and snow melt in the city, as the storm sewer system passes the water into the river.

Also to be considered it the amount of later winter snow water content and the amount of spring rain that is coming.

Mayor Heinrich added that the city has sandbags in storage, from last fall’s placement, that can be filled, if needed, and placed at locations in the city for flood mitigation.  Officials are hoping that no more sandbags will be needed than what were place in Jamestown last fall.

(See Feb 28, 2020 news release from the Corps. of Engineers)

On another topic, Mayor Heinrich said, the Jamestown City Elections will be held in June, along with the Jamestown City Park Board and Jamestown School Board elections.

The deadline to file petitions to run for the city elections including three City Council Elections up for election is April 6 2020, as are two City Park Board positions.  These are the final city elections, and NOT a nomination process. Petition forms are available at City Hall.

City Administrator Sarah Hellekson suggests that the petitions be drawn up by the city, so as to contain the proper wording, and number of signatures needed.

Jamestown  (JRMC)   —  Jamestown Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Holli Marquart, APRN, CNP to the JRMC Wound & Hyperbaric Center team.

Originally from Steele, N.D., Marquart received her Master in Science of Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, N.D. She became a nurse in 2002 because of her passion for helping people. She also enjoys the geriatric population and has worked with them for 12 years.

Marquart says“I am thrilled to join the wound clinic and great JRMC specialty team. I am excited to serve the Jamestown and surrounding areas as a specialty provider.  My goal is to not only help patients with wound healing, but to get to know them on a personal level.”

JRMC Chief Nursing Officer, Trisha Jungels, says, “JRMC is excited for Holli to join our wound team. Holli is enthusiastic and committed to providing the best care to patients and our community.”

The JRMC Wound & Hyperbaric Center team includes Family Nurse Practitioner Amanda Lausch, Dr. Kayla Emter and Healogics Program Director Lesli Scharbrough. Onboarding Marquart means the wound center will have a provider on-site daily and will increase patient capacity.

JRMC Clinic Manager, Patty Kline, adds, “We welcome Holli to our Wound & Hyperbaric Center team. We are excited for this opportunity to provide additional patients with legendary healthcare.”

When Marquart is not working, she enjoys spending time gardening, traveling, fishing and enjoying the outdoors with her two children and husband, Derik.

JRMC was the first hospital in North Dakota to offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

To learn more about the Wound & Hyperbaric Center, call (701) 952-4878 or visit www.jrmcnd.com/wound.

About Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is located at 2422 20^th St. SW, Jamestown, N.D., and serves approximately 55,000 people in nine counties. In 2019, it was named a “Top 100 Critical Access Hospital” as well as a “Best Places to Work in Healthcare.” For more information, visit www.jrmcnd.com or call (701) 952-1050.

 

Jamestown (CSi)  The Jamestown City  Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 9, 2020 has been cancelled as there are no items of business. The next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting will be April 13, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.

Jamestown  (CSi)  Jamestown Public Schools will have no school on Thursday, March 12, 2020 and Friday, March 13, 2020 for spring break.  School will resume at the regular time on Monday, March 16, 2020.  Buses will run at the regular scheduled times.

Jamestown  (CSi)  The Stutsman County Relay For Life Kickoff is set for March 14, from 3-p.m., to 5-p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Downtown Jamestown.

All ages are welcome.

Available will be inexpensive hot dogs, nachos, chips and water.

Contact Doreen for more information at 701-320-7182.

Valley City  (CSi)  The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce has set entertainment for this year’s Summer Nights on Center.

July 23rd…32 Below

July 30th…8the Hour

August 20th…Tripwire

August 27th…Slamabama

Sponsorship opportunities available, contact the Valley City Chamber for more information.

 

MINOT, N.D. (KFGO-AM) — Investigators say the cause of a fire that destroyed a three-story apartment building in downtown Minot has been classified as undetermined. The Feb. 26 fire started early in the morning in a first-floor apartment and spread to other parts of the building. KFGO reports Minot Fire Marshal Dean Lenertz says due to the compromised condition of the structure, it’s been difficult for investigators to determine a direct cause. Lenertz says arson is not suspected. Twenty-six of the building’s 28 units were occupied and all tenants made it out safely. Six firefighters were treated for minor injuries.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Worries about a new virus that’s infected tens of thousands of people globally are making a mark on the economy of a nine-state region in the Midwest and Plains. A new survey report says the Mid-American Business Conditions Index sank in February to 52.8 from 57.2 in January. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss oversees the survey, and he says the softer reading and the economic harm from the virus should concern policymakers. Survey organizers say any score above 50 suggests growth. A score below suggests decline. The survey covers Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Dakota.

 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The amount of water being released into the Missouri River from Gavins Point Dam will be decreased somewhat this week, so the river levels won’t interfere with ongoing levee repairs downstream. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said Monday that the amount of water flowing out of Gavins Point on the Nebraska-South Dakota border will be reduced to 35,000 cubic feet (991.09 cubic meters) per second. That’s down from the current 38,000 cubic feet (1076.04 cubic meters) per second. Even at the new level, the releases from Gavins Point dam will remain more than double what is typical for this time of year.

In sports…

Monday…

Valley City  (VCSU)  Valley City State University sophomore Riley Perryman has been named the NSAA Softball Player of the Week, the conference office announced Monday.

North Star Athletic Association Softball Player-of-the-Week
Riley Perryman – Valley City State (N.D.) – 5’5″ – Sophomore – Outfielder – Cottage Grove, Minn. – Perryman hit .667 for the week as Valley City State (N.D.) went 1-3 record in the Minot State (N.D.) tournament.  She recorded at least a hit in all four games, including three multi-hit games.  She smashed a home run, drew three walks and drove in four runs in Vikings’ 21-4 rout over Providence (Mont.).  For the week, Perryman was 8-of-12 at the plate with five runs scored.  She collected six RBIs and reached on base by a walk five times.  She registered a slugging percentage of .917 in the tournament.