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CSi\u00a0 Weather…<\/p>\nCSi\u00a0 Weather…<\/p>\n
.TONIGHT\u2026Mostly cloudy. Lows around 70. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.<\/p>\n
.WEDNESDAY…Partly sunny. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. South winds 10 to 20 mph.<\/p>\n
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.WEDNESDAY NIGHT\u2026Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Southeast<\/p>\n
winds 5 to 10 mph,\u00a0 gusts to around 30 mph.<\/p>\n
.THURSDAY\u2026Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. East winds 5 to 10 mph.<\/p>\n
.THURSDAY NIGHT\u2026Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers<\/p>\n
and thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the upper 60s.<\/p>\n
.FRIDAY\u2026Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s.<\/p>\n
.FRIDAY NIGHT\u2026Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers<\/p>\n
and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 60s.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY\u2026Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.<\/p>\n
.SATURDAY NIGHT\u2026Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY\u2026Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.<\/p>\n
.SUNDAY NIGHT\u2026Mostly clear. A 20 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s.<\/p>\n
.MONDAY\u2026Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and<\/p>\n
thunderstorms in the morning. Highs in the mid 90s.<\/p>\n
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Valley City\u00a0 (CSi) \u00a0 Barnes County 11 will be closed approximately 1.5 miles west and 3.5 miles north of Litchville, North Dakota beginning Friday, July 23rd. A detour will be provided. This closure is expected to last approximately 6 weeks.<\/p>\n
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The North Dakota Department of Health dashboard is updated daily by 11 am and includes cases reported through the previous day. The investigations are ongoing and information on the website is likely to change as cases are investigated. The information contained in this\u00a0dashboard is the most up to date and will be different than previous news releases. This dashboard supersedes information from\u00a0previous news releases or social media postings.<\/p>\n
Check out our other dashboards:<\/strong> The COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard<\/a>, NDUS Dashboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n NDDoH<\/p>\n COVID-19 Stats<\/p>\n Tues. Jul 20,\u00a0 2021<\/p>\n 10:15 a.m.<\/p>\n Barnes<\/p>\n New Positives 0<\/p>\n Total Positives 1425<\/p>\n Active 0<\/p>\n Recovered: 1393<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Stutsman<\/p>\n New Positives 6<\/p>\n Total Positives 3564<\/p>\n Active 14<\/p>\n Recovered\u00a0 3467<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Jamestown\u00a0 (CVHD)\u00a0 Central Valley Health District wants the public to know that there will be NO<\/strong> testing scheduled at the Civic Center on July 27, 28, and 29 due to availability of the testing site.<\/p>\n CVHD encourages those with symptoms to seek testing from their medical provider during the week of July 26 to July 30.\u00a0 Testing is also available in Valley City on Monday July 26 and Friday July 30 at the public health department as an additional opportunity for testing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n FINANCE & LEGAL COMMITTEE:<\/strong><\/p>\n Considered the request from Midcontinent Communications for a proposed non-exclusive franchise in the city for the right to construct, maintain and operate within and upon, in and under the streets, alleys and public grounds of the city, a telecommunication system for public and private use in the city. \u00a0\u00a0Midco Senior Director of\u00a0 Government Affairs\u00a0 Justin Forte explained the company\u2019s plans to serve Jamestown.\u00a0 He plans to have an operations center located in Jamestown. At start up about six employees will be hired in Jamestown.<\/p>\n He said it\u2019s a $15 million infrastructure \u00a0investment in Jamestown with construction to start in Jamestown in the spring of 2022.<\/p>\n The committee recommends having the City Attorney work with Midco officials at the outset of the plans and explore establishing a specific franchise agreement.<\/p>\n The committee recommends the City Council approve 2022 preliminary budget.<\/p>\n Approval of the Preliminary Budget is at the August 2 City Council meeting.<\/p>\n The preliminary budget can be adjusted downward but not increase.<\/p>\n In October the final budget will be approved.<\/p>\n Considered the amendment to the City of Jamestown Procurement Policy, approved by a City Council resolution on September 7, 2010. \u00a0Mayor Heinrich said he has transparency concerns in having the City Council involved in the process.\u00a0 He suggested ways to keep the Council engaged, and also a cost savings to the city concerning paperwork and advertising bids.\u00a0 Travis Dillman pointed out that the policy will expedite the \u00a0process, of procurement. Assistant City Attorney, Abby Gerioux pointed out that a city Ordinance will need to be amended, concerning the sealed bidding process.<\/p>\n The committee recommends, the City Attorney work on amending the City Ordinance. With a First Reading at the August meeting.<\/p>\n At the conclusion of the meeting, Mayor Heinrich highly suggests residents be vaccination for the COVID-19 virus, noting a recent large jump in the Stutsman County positive cases, and the number of current active case, going from zero actives \u00a0recently to the latest number of 14.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE <\/strong><\/p>\n INFORMATIONAL: <\/strong>The appointment of a member to serve on the Planning Commission for a five year term to August 2026, is scheduled on the August 2, 2021, city council agenda.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n CIVIC CENTER AND PROMOTION COMMITTEE <\/strong><\/p>\n The committee recommends the request for authorization for Jamestown Tourism to apply to BNSF on behalf of the City of Jamestown for the Frontier Village Train Parkette project.\u00a0 If approved by the city council, Jamestown Tourism will apply for the grant on behalf of the city.<\/p>\n The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 67 followed by replays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The tour includes visiting with commissioners and other elected or appointed officials. This meeting may qualify as an open meeting, so members of the public may be present to observe any interactions with the County Tour.<\/p>\n Also the Barnes County Courthouse elevator will be out of service for maintenance, intermittently in the next few weeks. Those who cannot use the stairs and need to do business with 2nd and 3rd floor offices, will need to call that office and schedule a meeting with that respective office on the 1st floor of the Barnes County Courthouse.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n All members were present.<\/p>\n A<\/strong>PPROVAL OF <\/strong>C<\/strong>ONSENT <\/strong>A<\/strong>GENDA <\/strong><\/p>\n Electrician, Plumber and\/or Mechanical Contractor License(s) for Olauson Duct Cleaning.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Public Comments \u2026.No one spoke<\/p>\n <\/p>\n PUBLIC HEARING <\/strong><\/p>\n Open Public Hearing regarding Special Assessments Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 121.\u00a0 No property owners came forward to protest.<\/p>\n Following the Public Hearing City Commissioners, Approved Special Assessments as recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement district No. 121<\/p>\n <\/p>\n O<\/strong>RDINANCE <\/strong><\/p>\n Approved the Second and Final Reading of an Ordinance to Amend and Reenact Section 14-12-02 of the Valley City Municipal Code Relating to Permits for Vehicles of Excessive Size and Weight.<\/p>\n City Attorney Martineck, said there were no changes from the First Reading concerning changes in the fees, and approved the master fee schedule.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n R<\/strong>ESOLUTION <\/strong><\/p>\n Approved a Resolution Approving Engineer\u2019s Report & Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans, Specifications & Estimates of Probable Cost for Consolidated Sewer & Water District No. 59<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Approved a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding West End Lift Station Project.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Approved was\u00a0 a Resolution\u00a0 approving the plat and variance request for Lunde addition to Barnes County.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Approved a Resolution offering for sale lots as listed, in the agenda, authorize and easement, with a planned trail on the site.<\/p>\n Approved a Resolution to approve the Master Fee Schedule.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n N<\/strong>EW <\/strong>B<\/strong>USINESS \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Approved a Special Alcohol Beverage Event Permit for Boomers Corner Keg on August 13, 2021from 6:00 PM to 12:30 AM for the Debbie Gabel Memorial Event. Finance Director Richter, said the police department has approved the permit.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Approve \u00a0was Visitors Committee Recommendation for Image Enhancement Grant for Thrivent in the amount up to $2,850 for a Storefront improvement. On Central Avenue. \u00a0Bobby Keplin,<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Approved a 30 day notification to Leevers.\u00a0 City Attorney Martineck, said with reconstruction in that area, the city is requesting taking back a portion of their parking lot.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Approved a Transition Plan for a hiring a new City Assessor Position, upon Sandy Hansen\u2019s retirement, when it occurs.. \u00a0City Administrator, Crawford, explained the process, noting an internal hiring with training and salary<\/p>\n Approved were Appointments:<\/p>\n Outlined by Finance Director, Richter.<\/p>\n Dick Gulmon-City County Health Board<\/p>\n Dewey Magnuson-VC Library Board<\/p>\n Tammy Jo Taft as VCSU Representative on the Visitor\u2019s Committee.<\/p>\n Considered was \u00a0Project Decisions concerning changes for 6th Street NW Reconstruction (NDDOT Project No. SU-2-990(060), PCN 23154). City Engineer, Chad Peterson offered alternatives, for the $1.5 million project.\u00a0 The City Council approved and occurred with the changes as proposed.<\/p>\n Approval to Purchase property list as 63-3060062 for the assessed value of $12,500. \u00a0City Administrator Crawford, the State Water Commission will pay a percentage of the costs.<\/p>\n Approve a Site Authorization Renewal for the Valley City Twisters Gymnastics Inc. at Bridges Bar and Grill from 7\/20\/2021 to 6\/30\/2022. \u00a0Finance Director Richter, this is a renewal.<\/p>\n Approved Hannah Field Parking Lot Plans. \u00a0City Administrator Crawford presented information from Sheyenne Care Center, concerning plans.\u00a0 She pointed out, some changes in access, entering \u00a0and leaving the lot, including \u00a0accommodating bus traffic in the area.<\/p>\n Approved a Special Alcohol\u00a0 Event Permit for the Eagle Club on August 12 & 19 on Central Avenue for Summer Nights on Central.\u00a0 Finance Director, Avis Richter said, this is the Second Annual Event, and police and fire departments have signed off on permit.<\/p>\n Approved a Special Alcohol Beverage\u00a0 Event Permit for the Eagles Club on July 31, for an Outdoor Cornhole Tournament.\u00a0 Finance Director, Avis Richter said police and fire have also signed off on this permit.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Highlighting the C<\/strong>ITY <\/strong>A<\/strong>DMINISTRATOR<\/strong>\u2019<\/strong>S <\/strong>R<\/strong>EPORT:<\/strong><\/p>\n Gwen Crawford said she and City Finance Director Avis Richter have been working on the 2022 city budget.<\/p>\n The StreetScape Committee is meeting, and noted additional items in this phase, some moving from the first phase including benches.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>C<\/strong>ITY <\/strong>U<\/strong>PDATES <\/strong>& C<\/strong>OMMISSION <\/strong>R<\/strong>EPORTS<\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n City Attorney Martineck said the City Sanitation Department has an opening, with anyone interested to apply at City Hall.<\/p>\n City Fire Chief Scott Magnuson said a burn ban is still not<\/strong> in effect, and urges anyone using a fire pit on their property to have a garden hose available, and water the grass around it prior to using.<\/p>\n Chief Hatcher said, the Valley City Police Department has established a facebook page.<\/p>\n Commissioner Gulmon said through May this year, city sales tax collections are up 47 percent, restaurant tax collections are up 33 percent, and Hotel Tax Collections are up 16-percent.<\/p>\n Mayor Carlsrud said, the 2022 city budget planning is continuing with more meeting set.<\/p>\n The meeting was shown on CSi Cable 68 followed by replays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n July 21 \u2013 Myron Sommerfeld & Music of the Stars<\/em><\/p>\n As part of the 25th Anniversary celebration Myron will be recognized for his contributions and dedication to the arts and music in Valley City.<\/p>\n July 28 \u2013\u00a0 FM Golden Notes New Horizons Band<\/em> Music in the Park is on Wednesday evenings at 7:15 pm.<\/p>\n This summer they will be celebrating 25 years in existence. Musicians are featured each week showcasing their talents for the community and surrounding area.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Nels Albin was 83 years old when he passed away in 2019, after a two-year battle with cancer. He was an area farmer, woodworker and antique collector. His wife Ileene Albin worked at Jamestown Hospital and as volunteer at JRMC for years. Together they traveled, raised a family and shared a love of the land. They also established a $100,000 estate gift in Nels\u2019 will to create a legacy.<\/p>\n Ileene says, “We’re grateful to JRMC for the care we’ve received and most recently, what Nels received. We wanted to share the blessings we had with others.”<\/p>\n Foundation Director Lisa Jackso, says, \u00a0“The investment in care ensures access to local services at a level our friends and family deserve.\u201d<\/p>\n JRMC celebrated the Albins\u2019 generosity with a dedication ceremony on July 14.<\/p>\n Ileene\u00a0 adds, “We\u2019d received care at the hospital.\u00a0 So it was important to us to have a facility this close in the community.\u201d<\/p>\n Over the course of 20 years, the Ablins helped build the new hospital, start the Foundation endowment program, purchase equipment and create the JRMC Cancer Center.<\/p>\n Jackson points out, “Their first gift was a $5 memorial. Since then, they maximized their support by utilizing IRA rollovers and the North Dakota 40% tax credit.\u00a0 I know how important caring for others was for them.”<\/p>\n Nels married Ileene 25 years ago. In doing so, he also took on a fatherly role to her four adult children \u2013 Tawnie Jewett, Perry Presler, Troy Presler and Jason Presler.<\/p>\n The family agreed \u2013 this estate gift will inspire generosity in others as well.<\/p>\n Perry said, \u201cToday was a wonderful way to display what a wonderful person Nels was.\u201d<\/p>\n Jamestown is near to the Albins\u2019 hearts. In addition, after Nels\u2019 two-year battle, supporting cancer care also had special meaning for the family.<\/p>\n Jackson says, “Throughout the years, I’ve seen extraordinarily dedicated supporters, many of whom have made a lasting impact on JRMC.\u00a0 We are grateful when people are so thoughtful about planning their legacy. It hasn’t just affected our hospital; it has transformed our community. A hospital like JRMC is unique and rare. The community is proud of that. Generations of commitment made JRMC the destination for care that it is today.<\/p>\n JRMC’s journey began with dedicated people who made sacrifices for the community’s health and vitality. In 1927, local leaders sold bonds to campaign for a new healthcare facility — what was then Jamestown Hospital. Those leaders provided Jamestown and the surrounding area with state-of-the-art care and a “vision of the future.”<\/p>\n Like them, support continued through the generosity of families like the Albins and thousands of others.<\/p>\n Moving forward, Nels\u2019 legacy will live on. The Nels and Ileene Albin name welcomes patients and families as they enter the Patient Care Unit on the second floor of JRMC. These are patients who may be expecting a baby, recovering from hip surgery and for some, breathing their last breath.<\/p>\n Lisa Schrenk, registered nurse and manager of the JRMC Patient Care Unit \u00a0says,\u201cOur patients see the names of community supporters on our walls, plaques and signage. They tell us how they feel cared for by both our medical teams and the people who made this hospital possible.\u00a0 \u00a0\u201cNot everyone is called to care at the bedside like a nurse is. However, everyone can care, in their own way. We are grateful for the Albin family. What a beautiful tribute.\u201d<\/p>\n To learn more about giving at JRMC, call (701) 952-4880.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Superintendent Josh Johnson says the event is to bring together the Hi-Liner community for a celebration of the upcoming school year. As you know, last year we were unable to host many of these events and we thought this would be a great way to re-connect our students, parents, and school district ahead of the \u201921-22 school year.<\/p>\n Johnson encourages everyone to join them us on August 10th for some food, fun, games, and movies up at Hanna Field. Admittance will include a free will donation and the Valley City Boosters Club will be selling concessions. If you have any questions, feel free to call the district office or email either Brenna.Schroeder@k12.nd.us or Josh.johnson@k12.nd.us.<\/p>\n Information regarding school supplies, student registration, fall meetings, and back to school nights will be forthcoming. We hope to see you on Tuesday, August 10th at Hanna Field!!!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Robert Lech explained to the school board on Monday, an update on the strategic plan.<\/p>\n Dr. Lech says he is currently working with the executive team to review and make suggested updates to the district\u2019s current plan.<\/p>\n He looking at keeping the same six strategic initiatives contained in the update: Academic Engagement and Personalized Learning, Professional Learning and Development, Social and Emotional Learning, Resource Management and Planning, Engagement in Extra and Co-Curricular Activities, Continuous Improvement and Data-Driven Decision Making.<\/p>\n The plan includes, ongoing objectives and completed objectives to be presented to the school board, meeting, regarding what has been done and what is being focused on next.<\/p>\n In other business, the school board also elected Greg Allen as board President. Hedi Larson was elected Vice President.<\/p>\n In other business, the Jamestown school board voted unanimously\u00a0 to approve the installation of new lights at Trapper Field.<\/p>\n The Jamestown School District’s contribution would be $20,000 toward the estimated $200,000 project, contingent on the Jamestown Parks and Recreation Department committing $100,000 for lighting\u00a0 installation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/July-new-calendar-300x232.png\")
Jamestown (CVHD) Central Valley Health District\u2019s COVID-19 testing clinics are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11-a.m. to noon.\u00a0\u00a0The clinics will be held at the Jamestown Civic Center.\u00a0 \u00a0Pre registration is required.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/CouncilChamber1a-300x202.jpg\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Jamestown City Council\u2019s\u00a0 Finance & Legal, Building, Planning & Zoning Committee, and Civic Center & Promotion Committee met Tuesday evening at City Hall.\u00a0 All members were present.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/barnescountycourthouse.jpg\")
Valley City (CSi) The ND Association of Counties (NDACo) and the ND County Commissioners Association (NDCCA) will hold a Barnes County Courthouse tour on Wednesday, July 21 at 10-a.m.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/VCcommission81517-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/MusicinthePark-VC-300x202.jpg\")
Valley City\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 \u00a0Music at the City Park Bandshell for 2021. Here is this summer’s schedule:<\/p>\n
\n August 4 \u2013 Maasjo Sisters<\/em>
\n August 11 \u2013 Jesse Veeder, singer\/songwriter ???<\/em>
\n August 18 \u2013 DeMasi Brothers<\/em><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Albin-Unit-JRMC-300x200.jpg\")
Jamestown\u00a0 (JRMC) \u00a0 A couple who loved the hospital as much as they loved each other are naming the Jamestown Regional Medical Center Patient Care Unit.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/VCPS-BACK-to-School-2021-232x300.jpg\")
Valley City\u00a0 (VCPS)\u00a0 The Valley City Public School District will unofficially kickoff the 2021-2022 school year with a “Back-to-School Bash,” at Hanna Field on Tuesday, August 10.<\/p>\n