– City Commission Extends Mask Mandate One Month

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session, virtually, on Tuesday. All members were present.

The City Commission discussed the Valley City Mask Plan. Mayor Carlsrud said the mask mandate expired in line with the Governor’s repeal of the statewide mask mandate, earlier this month.

Commission Gulmon said it should be expanded another month. Commissioner Erickson said the mask mandate should be left to individual businesses. Commissioner Bishop concurred with individuals decisions on wearing a mask. Commissioner Magnuson is in favor of extending the mask mandate.

Mayor Carlsrud pointed out that since the mask mandates were put into effect the COVID-19 mitigation has improved, and is also in favor of extending the mask mandate.

Approved was extending the mask mandate in Valley City to February 19, 2021, with commissioners Erickson and Bishop voting in opposition.

Mayor Carlsrud read a Proclamation for Catholic Schools Week, in Valley City, January 31-February 6, 2021.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Approved the 2021 Application to Sell LP Gas for Loves Travel Stop Contingent on the Approval of the Fire Chief. Chief Magnuson said the tank will not be in place until the end of February, and the permit will be on the table, and not action until later.

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PUBLIC HEARING

A Public Hearing was held for Approving the Rezone of Nextera Addition (Valley Plains Equipment) to the City of Valley City. City Attorney Martineck, said the area is outside city limits to be annexed into the city. The plan is to expand the business at the additional location, at the area of I-94.

Following the Public Hearing the City Commission approved the First Reading of an Ordinance approving the rezoning.

ORDINANCE

Approved was the Second and Final Reading of an Ordinance Creating a Perpetual Restrictive Covenant for Structures to be removed in Accordance with the State Water Commission. City Attorney Martineck said there is no changes from the First Reading.

Approved the First Reading of an Ordinance Relating to the Annexation of Territory. City Attorney Martineck said, the annexation pertains to the Nextera property.

RESOLUTION

Approved was a Resolution approving the Plat of Nextera Addition to the City of Valley City. City Attorney Martineck said the land needs to be platted, and the application was approved by Planning and Zoning.

Approved was a Resolution approving Replat of Lot 2 of Hi-Line Estates and Legacy Townhomes PUD. City Attorney Martineck said additional townhomes to be located near Legacy Place, and was approve prior by Planning and Zoning.

Approved was a Resolution Authorizing Refinancing Special Assessment Improvement Bonds of 2011 and 2013. Mike Manstrom from Onstad Twitchel, presented information, replacing the higher interest rate with a lower rate, at the current rate, saving the city around $90,000.

Approved a Resolution Amending Master Fee Schedule re Fees for Residential Building Permits and Inspections. City Attorney Martineck said inspections and permitting fees under inspections are covered.

NEW BUSINESS

Approved the VCBCDC request for $15,000 from economic development funds to Support the Shop Local Campaign in Valley City, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce.

Approve Designating $20,000 from Renew and Replacement Fund 290 for 2021 Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter and Driveway Apron replacement. Finance Director Richter said the request is to reimburse property owners, 25-percent of the costs.

Approved was a Gaming Site Authorization for ND Chapters of Delta Waterfowl Inc. on February 27, 2021 at the Valley City Eagles Club 2192. Finance Director Richter said the application is on-going for an annual event, and the fees have been paid.

Approved was a Task Order for Design Engineering for Master Lift Station Upgrades. KLJ/Moore reported that the projects were approved in the city’s capital budget. Commissioner Erickson voted in opposition.

Also approved was a Task Order for Design Engineering for West End Lift Station, also included in the capital budget. Commissioner Erickson voted in opposition.

Approved a Task Order for Preliminary Engineering for 6th Street NW Reconstruction Project. KLJ/Moore reported that the project is funded through the NDDOT, which requires documentation by the city. Construction is planned for 2022. Erickson and Bishop voted in opposition.

Approve was an Amendment to Engineer-Owner Agreement for Paving Improvement District 119 & 119B (7th Ave W and 2nd Ave NE). KLJ/Moore said after rejecting prior bids, then $2.5 million dollars became available through the Prairie Dog Bill funding, which a part was applied to the paving district.