VCcommValley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in monthly session Tuesday (Feb 4, 2014) at City Hall.

On the Consent Agenda, Commissioners:

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in monthly session Tuesday (Feb 4, 2014) at City Hall. Commissioners Nielson, and Pedersen were not present.

On the Consent Agenda, Commissioners:

Approved Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.

Approved Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $ 1,842,597.32.

Approved Game of Change Raffle Permit for VC Ducks Unlimited.

 

ORDINANCES

Commissioners voted to approve the Second and final reading of an Ordinance establishing a franchise for BEK Communications.

City Commissioners waived the fee for use of the National Guard Armory for Valley City Youth Baseball Association in February, March and April, this year.

Approved the Second and Final Reading of an Ordinance rezoning from B-2 Highway Business to I-1 Light Industrial for property at Metes and Bounds 28-24 and 28-23.

RESOLUTIONS

Public Hearing was held for the replat of Fairhill Addition.

Following the hearing the City Commission approved a Resolution of Necessity for the replat.

Commissioners approved a Resolution to refer to a Professional Land Surveyor of the Fairhill Subdivision.

Approved a Resolution creating Water Main Improvement District No. 96, the areas in Pahase One include near Victory Park, along with in front of the Rec. Center, Main Street in front of Bank Forward. The cost at $1.46 million.

Another Resolution was approved, the engineer’s report and directing preparation of detailed plans, specifications and probable costs for the District.

Approved a Resolution Accepting the Bid and Awarding Contract for Consolidated Sanitary Sewer and Water Improvement District No. 58 and Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 49 to Kuechle Underground Inc. in the amount of $957,260.35.

 

NEW BUSINESS

The City Commission approved a Renaissance Zone application for a 5 year income tax exemption on building improvements and 5 year property tax exemption for Bergan Enterprises LLC and designate it as VC-79. The application is from Pizza Ranch, planning to locate on the west end of town.

Commissioners approved the project plan for the I-94 development, between Barnes Rural Water and the City of Valley City.

City Commissioners then approved the Barnes Rural Water contract. City Administrator David Schelkoph outlined some changes to the draft agreement over three years.

Approved the Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) contract for Load Control. Schelkoph said at this point there are 70 load control boxes installed in Valley City.

Approved the MRES contract for AMI Hardware and Software support. Schelkoph said the agreement completes the support structure. It includes an annual savings of 40% through Cooper Power, with updates in computer software and hardware.

Discussion was held led by Commissioner Luke concerning grant submission protocol. She suggested a Commissioner take the lead in initiating a grant writing, after taking the issue to the City Commission for approval, and become the project administrator. A motion to that effect was made by Commissioner Luke, and approved by the City Commission.

City Administrator David Schelkoph’s report:

He said 1,200 AMI meters have been installed.

He said he’s received complementary calls on recent snow removal efforts by city crews in Valley City.

City Administrator David Schelkoph’s report:

He said 1,200 AMI meters have been installed.

He said he’s received complementary calls on recent snow removal efforts, by city crews in Valley City.

He was recently asked to serve on the Missouri River Energy Services Board of Directors.

City Updates & Commissioner Reports:

City Fire Chief Gary Retterath said nine fire fighter recruits are in training, and will begin riding the fire trucks.He reminded residents to be careful with space heaters, and disposal of hot ashes, and the CO detectors and smoke detectors should be in working condition.

City Police Chief Fred Thompson said more officer interviews will be conducted for new officers, and added that construction at the police department is nearing completion.

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