Valley City (CSi)  the Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening a City Hall.  All members were present.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Electrical Superintendent, Building Inspector Finance Director and Municipal Judge.

Public Comments  No one spoke

ORDINANCE

Approved  Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 1093, and Ordinance to Amending and Reenacting Chapter 20-06 of the Valley City Municipal Code re City Lodging Tax. City Attorney Martineck said changes were made to reflect state changes, no changes from the First Reading.

Approved the Second and Final Reading of an Ordinance to Amend and Enact a Section of the Valley City Municipal Code regarding Surface Drainage and Storm Sewer System Cleaning and Maintenance Fee.  City Attorney Martineck The changes was made to set fee by resolution, rather than Ordinance.

 

RESOLUTION

Approved a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Sales of $859,000 Wastewater Treatment Assessment Warrant, Series 2022 for 7th Ave NW Reconstruction Project. Finance Director Richter  said this is the financing source to be special assessed.

Approved a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sales of $180,000 Water Treatment Assessment Warrant, Series 2022 for 7th Ave NW Reconstruction.  Finance Director Richter the water main replacement project to be special assessed.

 

NEW BUSINESS

Approved Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $ 643,161.89.

Considered the Visitor’s Committee Request for Approval of Changes to the Image Enhancement Grant and Valley City Tourism Development Grant Guidelines as Presented. Chairman Bobby Koepplin said the changes were approved unanimously by the committee.  He explained the changes in detail including fee changes. Applicants must be current in public works bill payments, and credit scores will be reviewed for those applying for grants.

Commissioners approved the changes.

Considered the Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Smith Lumber in the amount up to $7,500. Bobby Koepplin said the Grant for ongoing construction including exterior improvements.

Commissioners approve the recommendation.

Considered the Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for VC Chamber of Commerce in the amount up to $20,273.36.  Bobby Koepplin said  George Dutton noted a stree scape project is being planned by the Chamber.

Commissioner approved the recommendation.

Considered the Visitor’s Committee Recommendation for a food aand beverage fund Grant for Sky Lanes. Bobby Koepplin said the application was reviewed for bowling lane improvements, and recommended for up to 70-percent of the project cost including a cap.

Commissioners approved the recommendation.

Review and Awarded bid for 2022 PD Vehicle Purchase.  Police Chief Hatcher said one bid was received and award to Stoudt-Ross Ford.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT Highlights

Gwen Crawford said the garbage collection is continuing in northwest Valley  City but not yet completed due to truck issues.  During the time of no garbage collection due to last week’s snow storm, workers assisted public works in snow removal.  She said crews will work on widen streets.  She asked residents to consider recycling cardboard materials.  She added that the Snow Emergency Routes have been changed.  The city is installing new signage.

COMMISSION REPORTS

City Auditor Avis Richter said the staff is preparing for the annual audit.

Fire Chief Scott Magnuson said, reminded resident to clear roof sewer vents. and gas meter vents free of snow.

Police Chief Hatcher said an opening exists for an additional officer.

He said homeowners should make sure house number are high enough to be seen from the street.  He reminded residents keep sidwalk and fire hydrants cleared of snow.

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