– Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Jun 16

Wayne Byers Show Weekdays on CSi 2

Forecast….

.TONIGHT…Mostly clear. A 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms after midnight. Windy. Lows in the lower 70s. South

winds 20 to 30 mph. Gusts up to 45 mph in the evening.

.WEDNESDAY…Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 80s. South winds 15 to 20 mph.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…Showers and thunderstorms likely. Lows around

60. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 70 percent.

.THURSDAY…Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and

thunderstorms in the Jamestown area, 30 percent in the Valley City area. Highs in the mid 70s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.

.THURSDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.

.FRIDAY…Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of rain showers and

thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 70s.

.FRIDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain

showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 50s.

.SATURDAY…Partly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain showers

and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s.

.SATURDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain

showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 50s.

.SUNDAY…Mostly sunny with a 20 percent chance of rain showers

and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s.

.SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s.

.MONDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.

Periodic thunderstorm chances will continue through this weekend.
The best chance for an organized severe threat this week will be
on Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. Hail up to 2
inches, damaging winds to 75 mph, and tornadoes will be possible.

Bismarck (CSi) Governor Doug Burgum held his, now weekly, COVID-19 News Briefing Tuesday afternoon at the state capital in Bismarck.

He said over the past six days the positive testing rate has improved, with numbers going down.

He pointed out the cooperation with entities in stepping up the number of tests, statewide.

He said the North Dakota “team” has taken a balanced approach in opening up the economy while supporting halting the spread of the virus, through increased testing, and contact tracing efforts.

Burgum added that North Dakota testing continues seven days a week.

He urged residents stay on guard with taking precautions to limit the spread of the virus while relaxing guidelines at businesses concerning allowing more customers in stores.

Positive COVID-19 Test Results Released on Tues. Jun 16, 2020
Results listed are from the previous day.

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED TODAY

Burleigh County – 9
Cass County – 9
Grand Forks County – 1
McLean County – 1
Morton County – 1
Ransom County – 1
Walsh County – 1

BY THE NUMBERS

135,691 – Total Number of Tests Completed* (+1,797 total tests from yesterday)

88,651 – Total Unique Individuals Tested* (+875 unique individuals from yesterday)

85,527 – Total Negative (+852 unique individuals from yesterday)

3,124 – Total Positive (+23 unique individuals from yesterday)

1.3% – Daily Positivity Rate**

200 – Total Hospitalized (+3 individuals from yesterday)

26 – Currently Hospitalized (-5 individuals from yesterday)

2,720 – Total Recovered (+37 individuals from yesterday)

74 – Total Deaths*** (+0 individuals from yesterday)

This is the longest stretch of no deaths, since April this year.

Burleigh and Morton Counties continue to be monitored, due to increased positive testings recently.

He pointed out 1700 people were tested in Fargo last Thursday and Friday.

FREE COVID-19 TESTING will be open to the general public on Wednesday, June 17, from 9am to 6pm. Outdoor drive-up testing will take place in the State Capitol’s NW parking lot.

The Stutsman County Testing will be on Thursday June 18, 2020 10-a.m., to 2-p.m., at the Stutsman County fairgrounds, use the North Entrance.

Thurs and Friday this week, addition mass testings will occur in Fargo, and continue the next two weeks.

Minot and Grand Forks will also have upcoming testing.

He said those living with or in regular contact with the vulnerable population should be tested, even if they feel well.

With long term care facilities, he said residents have been protected from the spread of the virus at the onset by restricting visitation and target testing in those facilities.

Every resident and staff member in long term care will be tested for a second time.

Outside visitation at those facilities has been relaxed, however certain guidelines are being maintained, including social distancing, and good hygiene practices. If positive testing of residents and staff members shows negative numbers, inside visitation will be allowed.

Family members can be tested and if negative can take part in inside visitation, for a one week period. The pilot program has been established at a facility in Bismarck.

Homeless shelters have been established in major cities in the state, with COVID-19 testing being performed and virus protective measures are in place.

The SBA has reopened programs to distribute additional federal funds, including low interest loans, and loans that become grants.

NDresponse.gov has more information, on that, and paycheck protection plan updates.

Projectrenew.nd.gov is the web site for those experiencing secondary traumatic stress. Call 701-223-1510. Fee confidential crisis counseling is also available through the program.

On Tuesday the North Dakota State Hospital announced it has modified its campus visitation policy to allow family members and friends to visit loved ones who are receiving behavioral health services.

Under the modified policy, family members and friends can visit patients during regular business hours, by appointment only, in designated rooms. All visitors must wear masks at all times and maintain safe social distancing while on campus. Patients in the hospital’s quarantine unit will need to wait 14-days before they are eligible for visitation.

State Hospital Superintendent, Dr. Rosalie Etherington says, “Even though we are now allowing on-campus visits, we are not letting our guard down against the spread of COVID-19,” said Dr. Rosalie Etherington, the hospital’s superintendent. We remain focused on following the health and safety precautions we implemented from day one. Our top priority is protecting the health and well-being of our patients and staff.”

Etherington said activities are slowly transitioning to a new normal on the State Hospital campus.

She says, “Our contractor has resumed the work participation program for our transitional living residents, and the on-site treatment mall is now open and offering activities and services for patients.”

During the past month, the State Hospital conducted two COVID-19 testing events of patients and staff. Nearly 1,000 tests were administered by the hospital’s 20-person testing team of nurses, infection control specialists, administrators and other key team members. Also, all new admissions continue to be screened and tested for COVID-19.

On March 13, the hospital announced visitor restrictions to limit transmission of the coronavirus. Patients have been able to communicate with family and friends by phone, computers or other electronic devices.

For more information on the North Dakota Department of Human Services response to COVID-19, visit www.nd.gov/dhs/info/covid19/index.html. For details about the state’s COVID-19 response, visit www.ndresponse.gov.

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met Tuesday evening at City Hall. All members were present.

Mayor Carlsrud, presenting outgoing City Comissioner Ross Powell with a placque for his four years of service on the commission. He chose not to run for re-election, and he was elected to the Valley City Park board.

Approved was Renewal Application for Cabaret License: a. F.O.E. Aerie 2192

Approved was a tree trimming license for G&S.

Approved was a Raffle Permit for SHINE.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ..No One Spoke

PUBLIC HEARING

A Public Hearing was held for Mobile Vendors and Transient Merchants Licensing.

City Attorney Martineck said he has been researching the Ordinance, approved by the planning &zoning commission. An issue is guidelines allowing ag-vendors in town, including produce items for sale, along with establishing fees for permits. Under the Ordinance the police chief would need to approval, and the vendor would have the right of appeal.

Farmers Markets are already exempt.

Following the Public Hearing the City Commission, approved first reading to amend and reenact Chapter 5 of Title 8 and Section 11-05-18 of the Valley City Municipal Code, relating to mobile vendors and transient merchants.

ORDINANCE

Approved was the second and final reading of the Ordinance Relating to the Annexation of Territory described as Auditor’s Lot Number 1 of the NE1/4 of the SW ¼ of Section 27, Township 140, Range 58, Barnes County, ND.

The Crime Victim witness fee was adopted for a $25 fee.

NEW BUSINESS

Commissioners received the Barnes County Official Canvassed Abstract and the canvass report from the Primary Election held on June 9, 2020. City Auditor Richter said Rich Gulmon was officially elected to the Valley City Commission, Mike Bishop was re-elected to the Commission. No other election results were changed as a result of the canvass, and are now official.

Consideration of “Nights on Central,” event. President Carlsrud said guidelines need to be followed concerning social distancing. The City Commission approved the event.

Considered was job descriptions for Assistant Fire Chief and Engineering Project Manager/Building Inspector. City Attorney Martineck said resignations, and retirements was the impetus for the job descriptions. Assistance Fire Chief is a new position, and the building inspector, also a city engineer position. The City Commission voted 3-2 to approve the orginal descriptions with the addition to the position of City Engineers. With Commissioner Erickson and Bishop voting against.

The City Commission approved 2020 – 2021 Gaming Site Authorizations for:

North Dakota Winter Show at North Dakota Winter Show Event Center
Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 Fraternal Order of Eagles at the Eagles; Captain’s Pub; Labor Club; My Bar; City Lights; Tavern 94

Approved the appointment for the following committees and terms:

Zoning Board of Adjustment (Variance) – 3 openings, 3 year term

Allen Schuldt

Ken Reid

Jim Wright

Visitors Committee – 3 openings, 4 year term

Bobby Koepplin

Mary Lee Nielson

Vacancy to be appointed.

The City Commission, discussed an Urban Road Funding Request for Streetscape Phase II.

KLJ said the original bid was over cost estimates. No action was taken pending additional information.

The bid will be advertised in Oct/Nov this year, with the project in 2021.

Approved was Change Order #1, Project No. SU-2-990(059) the 5th Ave NW Reconstruction a decrease of $426,500.

Approved Change Order #2, Project No. SU-2-990(059) – 5th Ave NW Reconstruction, relating to sanitary sewer services. An overall saving including a increase in a another area of the project of $5,473.

Approved was the Renewal Applications for the following Alcoholic Beverage Licenses:

a. Brockopp Brewing, LLC

b. The Captains Pub

c. Chinese Palace

d. Hi-Line Hospitality, LLC dba City Lights

e. Dakota Silver, LLC

f. F.O.E. Aerie 2192

g. Jimmy’s Pizza

h. Sabir’s Dining & Lounge

i. Main Street Off-Sale, LLC dba Tavern 94

j. The Labor Club

k. County Bottle Shop, Inc dba the Liquor Locker

l. Valley City Town & Country Club

m. VC Developers LLC dba Bridges Bar & Grill

n. Woodland Lodge LLC dba Woodland Steakhouse

Discussed was held concerning the Renewal Applications for the following Alcoholic Beverage Licenses:

Mosby LLC dba Boomers Corner Keg Now in compliance.
My Bar Now in compliance
The Clubhouse Lounge LLC …Police Chief Hatcher said the establishment needs to change the signage, but has no issues with the licenses.

Approved renewal Applications for the following Retail Tobacco Licenses:

Brothers III
CHS Inc dba Dakota Plains Ag (151 9th Ave NW)
CHS Inc. dba Dakota Plains Ag (807 Main St)
F.O.E. Aerie 2192
Family Dollar, Inc. dba Family Dollar #27662
Farmers Union Oil Company of Moorhead, MN dba PetroServe USA #071

And authorize the Auditor’s Office to issue licenses for applicants who meet all licensing requirements before June 30, 2020

The Liquor Locker dba County Bottle Shop, Inc.
Dakota Silver, LLC

iii. DG Retail, LLC dba Dollar General Store #17856

Leevers Foods, Inc (424 2nd Ave NE)
Leevers Foods, Inc (148 S Central Ave)
Mosby LLC dba Boomers Corner Keg

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

Gwen Crawford said she is meeting with city department heads, and she’s learning the city processes.

CITY UPDATES &COMMISSION REPORTS

John Deere Seeding is requesting updated curb and gutter, and replacement of the driveway apron.

The city budget requests from city department heads are being accepted. City Auditor Avis Richter said, COVID-19 will have an impact on budgeting for 2021.

City Fire Chief Scott Magnuson, who is also on the Census Committee reminded residents to submit their 2020 census forms.

KLJ updated the project reports.

Commissioner Powell said he appreciated the opportunity to serve on the City Commission.

Commissioner Bishop thanked voters for re-electing him.

Commissioner Maguson congratulated Bishop on his relection, and wished Powell well.

Administrative Assistant Emma Tufte is leaving her position, and was complemented on her service to the city, and she was wished well.

Mayor Carlsrud reminded motorists to be careful of street construction. He also thanked all elected and appointed position holders in Valley City.

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

Update…

MANDAN, N.D. (AP) — Federal aviation officials say the fatal crash at the Mandan airport last weekend involved a home-built aircraft that was destroyed. Authorities still have not identified the pilot who was killed in Saturday’s crash. He was the only one on board. Mandan Deputy Police Chief Lori Flaten tells the Bismarck Tribune identification will be made when an autopsy is complete. Officials say the plane crashed and burned after takeoff at Mandan Municipal Airport about 1:45 p.m. Federal Aviation Administration spokesman Tony Molinaro says the single-engine, two-seat airplane made for aerobatics was built from a kit. The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation into the crash.

TORONTO (AP) — The U.S., Canada and Mexico have agreed to extend their agreements to keep their shared borders closed to non-essential travel to July 21 during the coronavirus pandemic. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday’s agreement extends the closure by another 30 days. The restrictions were announced on March 18 and were extended in April and May. Mexico and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security also confirmed the extension at their borders.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A federal judge says he will not waive North Dakota’s ban on electronic signature gathering for a group attempting to get a wide-ranging measure on the November ballot. North Dakota Voters First asked to allow online signature gathering because of the coronavirus pandemic. The group argued that the COVID-19 outbreak “creates an environment that is impossible to comply” with the laws. In denying a motion for a preliminary injunction, U.S. District Judge Peter Welte noted that the state did not issue a stay-at-home order and Gov. Doug Burgum on May 1 “revoked nearly all the previously imposed pandemic-related restrictions.” North Dakota Voters First faces a July 6 deadline to submit at least 26,904 signatures to qualify for the November ballot.

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The Trump administration is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to revive a permit program that allows new oil and gas pipelines to cross waterways with little review. Earlier this year, a Montana judge suspended the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ permit program. Environmental groups seeking to block the Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada argued it allows companies to skirt responsibility for damage done to water bodies. U.S. District Judge Brian Morris ruled that Army Corps officials improperly reauthorized the program, which he said could harm wildlife and wildlife habitat. Industry representatives say the ruling delays dozens of pipeline projects across the U.S.

In world and national news…

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Gov. Ralph Northam announced Tuesday that he’ll propose making Juneteenth an official holiday in a state that was once home to the capital of the Confederacy. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. It is also called Emancipation Day and Freedom Day. It’s celebrated annually on June 19. Texas first made it a state holiday in 1980. The holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, when news finally reached African Americans in Texas that President Abraham Lincoln had issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing slaves living in Confederate states two years earlier. When Union soldiers arrived in Galveston to bring the news that slavery had been abolished, former slaves celebrated.

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on policing following weeks of national protests after the death of George Floyd. The order is aimed at encouraging best practices and tracking officers with excessive use of force complaints. In the Rose Garden, Trump stressed the need for higher standards and commiserated with mourning families, even as he hailed the vast majority of officers as selfless public servants and held his law-and-order line. The order comes as Senate Republicans prepare to unveil their own package of policing proposals after Democrats did the same.

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best says officers will go into the several-block area being occupied by protesters if there are threats to public safety. Police pulled back from a part of the city’s Capitol Hill neighborhood after recent clashes with people protesting the Minneapolis death of George Floyd near the department’s East Precinct A festival-like atmosphere has emerged in the area, now called the “Capitol Hill Occupied Protest,” with participants painting a Black Lives Matter mural on the street and planting a community garden. Best said officers have written multiple police reports for crimes reported in that area in the past 48 hours.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has offered a muted and belated expression of ‘concern’ over the convictions of two Philippine journalists on criminal libel charges. A one-sentence State Department statement released nearly 48 hours after a Manila court pronounced the convictions may raise new questions about the U.S. commitment to supporting press freedom abroad. In Tuesday’s statement, State Department spokeswoman Morgan Ortagus called for the Philippines to resolve the case, but pointedly did not take issue with the legal process or the guilty verdicts rendered against award-winning journalist Maria Ressa and her former colleague Reynaldo Santos Jr. of the Rappler online news site.

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Federal authorities say a U.S. airman killed a federal security officer outside a federal courthouse in Northern California. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Carrillo was charged with murder and attempted murder in the killing of federal officer Dave Patrick Underwood during a night of violent protest in Oakland on May 29. Underwood died from gunshot wounds and another federal officer was critically injured in the drive-by shooting outside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building. Carrillo separately faces state charges in the fatal shooting and ambush of a Santa Cruz County sheriff’s deputy and the wounding of four other officers on June 6. Carrillo is expected to enter a plea to the state charges on Wednesday.