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TONIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS IN THE UPPER 40S. SOUTHEAST WINDS
AROUND 5 MPH SHIFTING TO THE NORTHEAST AFTER MIDNIGHT.
.WEDNESDAY…SUNNY. HIGHS AROUND 70. NORTHEAST WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE UPPER 40S. EAST
WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH.
.THURSDAY…PARTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE MID 70S. SOUTHEAST WINDS
5 TO 15 MPH SHIFTING TO THE SOUTH 15 TO 20 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON.
.THURSDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A 30 PERCENT CHANCE OF
SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS. LOWS IN THE LOWER 60S. SOUTH WINDS
10 TO 15 MPH.
.FRIDAY…PARTLY SUNNY WITH A 30 PERCENT CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND
THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHS AROUND 80.
.FRIDAY NIGHT…PARTLY CLOUDY WITH A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN
SHOWERS. LOWS IN THE UPPER 50S.
.SATURDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE MID 70S.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS IN THE UPPER
40S. HIGHS IN THE LOWER 70S.
MILDER WEATHER WILL RETURN THROUGH THE WEEK.
HIGH TEMPERATURES WARMING TO THE 70S
TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY…AND INTO THE 70S TO LOWER 80S THURSDAY.
THEREAFTER HIGHS IN THE 70S ARE LIKELY THROUGH NEXT WEEKEND WITH
MORNING LOWS REMAINING ABOVE 40.
THERE IS A CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND FROM THURSDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON. SEVERE WEATHER IS NOT EXPECTED.
QUIET WEATHER TO START NEXT WEEK ALONG WITH SEASONABLY MILD TEMPERATURES.
Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown City Engineer’s Office informs motorists that seal coating of asphalt roadways will take place in the Street maintenance District to include areas south of 5th St NW from 2nd Ave NW & SW West to the city limits, West Business Loop, & east of Highway 281 between 15th & 20th St SW.
This area includes Klaus Park, residential streets and alleys in the district, and city owned parking lots.
The Seal Coat work began Tuesday, September 16, 2014 and should be completed approximately Saturday, September 20, 2014 weather permitting.
No parking signs will be posted in designated areas!
Extreme caution should be used when entering road construction areas. The public should consider alternate routes if possible.
Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Regional Airport, Manager is about to begin a new career adventure, in California.
Matthew Leitner will resign his Jamestown postition, trading it for managing three airports in northwest California.
Leitner says he appreciates the Jamestown community’s air service support and making the airport what it is today.
Leitner’s replacement has not been named yet, as the Jamestown Regional Airport Authority is seeking Leitner’s successor.
Jamestown Regional Airport continues to see the recent high boarding numbers following the June 2014 affiliation with United Exprress/SkyWest.
July 2014 saw the most boarding’s for any July at the Airport with roughly 652 passengers, and August continued with 331 total passengers.
Under Leitner’s leadership, in cooperation with the Regional Airport Authority, community leaders, and state and federal officials, along with the North Dakota Congressional delegation, United Express/SkyWest agreed this year to be Jamestown’s Essential Air Service carrier, with a two year contract.
Shortly after he arrived Leitner over-saw the expansion and renovations of Jamestown Regional Airport.
Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown United Way Kickoff Event is on September 19, 2014, at Jack Brown Stadium. There will be inflatables, food vendors, and a family friendly outdoor movie.
No pets please.
On Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, United Way Secretary, Dana Wallace who also handles Publicity, said, Coborn’s has partnered with the United Way to help put on a bratwurst and hotdog stand with all proceeds from food sales going the United Way.
The 19 local United Way agencies will be there with fun activities for the kids and to tell the community more about what they do for Stutsman County.
Inflatables are courtesy of Jamestown Inflatables for the kids. Then a family friendly movie will begin at 7:30 p.m.. Newman Signs will be putting up a screen f and there will be free popcorn courtesy of Bison 6 Cinema. Everyone will be asked to sit on the field so bring your lawn chairs and blankets to get comfortable.
The United Way Campaign Goal for 2014-15 is $210,000. 99% of the money donated to the United Way stays here in Jamestown and Stutsman County.
Ms. Wallace said the United Way was able to achieve their ambitious goal last year and the Jamestown community has been incredible over the last few years, and the United Way believes that support will continue. The Jamestown community has a greater need for services, which is the reason the campaign goal was raised this year to help meet the needs for the services in Jamestown.
The Jamestown United Way has moved toward the Community Impact model. This model will allow the showing community—through agency collaboration—how the United Way impacts the community.
United Way’s work is focused on the building blocks for a good life including:
Education
– Helping Children and Youth Achieve Their Potential
Income
– Promoting Financial Stability and Independence
Health
– Improving People’s Health
The United Way currently helps to fund 19 agencies some of which include: Buffalo Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross, Boy & Girl Scouts, Camp Rokiwan, Safe Shelter, RSVP, James River Family Fitness, Arts After School which is a program for children within the Jamestown Fine Arts Association, and Consumer Credit Counseling.
The Board consists of an 18 member Board of Directors. This year the United Way President is Megan Aldinger, 1st Vice President Carla Edinger, 2nd Vice President Jessica Haak, Treasurer, Rebecca Kercher, and Secretary/Publicity, Dana Wallace.
Board members can serve two consecutive three year terms and then are required to sit out, so the board is always looking for new members who bring new ideas and energy to the board.
The United Way’s theme this year is, “United We Can.”
Ms. Wallace added that the community can make a difference, and change lives by coming to the Kick-Off Event, and continue on by attending some of the upcoming United Way events.
The past two campaigns have greatly exceeded expectations and the citizens of Jamestown and Stutsman County have been so supportive. The goal has gotten larger this year, but officials hope to not only meet it, but exceed it.
Other events or fundraisers in the coming months, include: a bake sale at the Buffalo Mall and holding the bowling tournament again this year.
There will be the New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball at the Gladstone Inn & Suites this year.
She pointed out, However, the BIGGEST United Way donations come from the business and workers in the community.
Pledge Packets are being delivered this month.
Also, check out the United Way, on facebook at United Way of Stutsman County for updates.
Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall. All members were present.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM(S)
A Raffle Permit for St. Catherine’s PTO
PUBLIC FORUM No one spoke
ORDINANCES
Approved the second and final reading of an Ordinance rezoning property from R-2 Single and 2 Family Districts to B-1 Central Business District (Perkins). Commissioner Magnuson abstained from voting.
Approved the first reading of an Ordinance approving the 2015 Budget. City Auditor Richter said the 2015 Mill Levy is 88.8 Mills, with 1 mill equaling $13,900 and increase of 900 from the 2014 budget.
A presentation was made by members of Girl Scout Troop #30830 regarding safety concerns by Recreation Center.
They cited concerns of distracted motorists, as they crossed the street.Mayor Werkhoven said the Police Chief will look into stricter enforcement of speeds. Crosswalks may also be considered.
NEW BUSINESS
A Public Hearing was held regarding Special Assessments confirmed by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 100, Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 47, Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 60, and Water Main Improvement District No. 95.
City Commissioner Luke pointed out by having reserves in department funds will help lessen the burden of Special Assessment. Mayor Werkhoven said bidding projects earlier will help lower construction costs. He added the city is working on ways to reduce costs, including substituting materials.
Following the Public Hearing the City Commission:
Approved the Special Assessments as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement District No. 100. ..$107 per linear foot.
Approved the Special Assessments as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 47.
Approved the Special Assessments as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 60.
Approved the Special Assessments as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for Water Main Improvement District No. 95.
City Commissioners approved a Retail Image Enhancement Grant for Stoudt Holdings not to exceed $7,500.00….recommended for approval by the Visitor’s Committee.
City Commissioners approved a contract with KLJ for recodification of the zoning ordinance, in an amount not to exceed $19,500.
Approved the transfer of $20,000 from the property tax relief fund 241 to the General Fund for attorney recodification fees, as recommended by City Auditor Richter. City Attorney Myhre suggests that the code by placed on line as well as hard-bound copies, which is planned.
The City Commission received an Application for Property Tax Incentives for New or Expanding Businesses for Northport Apartments LLP and Scheduled a Public Hearing for October 21, 2014.
The City Commission then approved a Special Alcohol Beverage Event for City Lights at the VCSU Hall of Fame Banquet.
Commissioners considered moving Commission Meetings to 5:30 P.M. as proposed by Commissioner Luke. She noted the extra 30 minutes would allow more of the public, including working people to attended meetings after work. She proposed trying the time for a period of time to see if it works. Commisioners Pedersen and Nielson said they prefer the present 5-p.m. start time. A motion to try the 5:30-p.m., start time for a period of three months, died for the lack of a second.
The City Commission approved sending a letter of support for Bjornson Golf Course Bank Stability Project for ND DOH for EPA 319 Grant, as proposed by Commissioner Luke.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
David Schelkoph said 63 percent of the new utility meters have been installed.
He noted that the water main 96 project is running behind schedule.
Contractor penalties and retainage is possible, but the city will work with the contractor in negotiating any penalties. He said city residents will have water service even as freeze up approaches.
He added that more mill and overlay work will be done the next few weeks.
He pointed out that motorists still need to use caution with various projects still in progress.
CITY UPDATE & COMMISSION REPORTS
Commissioner Nielson pointed out that garbage being place in receptacles other than their own, amounts to “theft of services.’ She said such activity has been noted in Valley City, including garbage being placed in dumpsters by out of town people.
The meeting was shown live on CSi Cable 68 followed by replays.
Jamestown (CSi) This year’s Lutefisk and Meatball Supper is set for Wednesday, October 15, 2014, from 4-p.m., to 7-p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Ticket prices are, Adults in advance $14, and $15 at the door. Youth 6-11 years old $4 and pre-schoolers are free.
MINOT, N.D. (AP) – Police in Minot are treating the investigation into the death of a 25-year-old man as a homicide.
Capt. John Klug with the Minot Police Department says Shannon Brunelle of Minot was found dead in a garage Monday morning.
Klug says police are searching for a 37-year-old man who is considered a person of interest in the case. He says the man was an acquaintance of Brunelle.
DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) – Authorities have publicly identified the two Gladstone residents who died in a car crash on Interstate 94 near Dickinson.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol says 82-year-old Frank Miller and 65-year-old Judith Miller died at the scene.
Two vehicles, one of which was being driven by Frank Miller, were traveling westbound on I-94 when they struck each other in a sideswipe manner. Miller’s SUV was in the driving lane, while the other vehicle was in the passing lane. Both vehicles went into the north ditch after they collided.
Miller’s SUV rolled multiple times until it came to rest on its roof.
An 18-year-old woman from Gladstone was driving the second vehicle. She was hurt in the crash and was transported to a local hospital.
The Patrol continues to investigate the incident.
WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) – Police in Williston have arrested four people on various charges including possession of stolen property in connection with a gun burglary at an auto parts store.
Lt. Detective David Peterson says the investigation into the Sept. 4 incident at Napa/Myer Auto Parts store also led to charges of possession and delivery of methamphetamines and heroin.
Police arrested 31-year-old Robert Rehfeldt, 20-year-old Breanna McCollim, 29-year-old Brandon Dodson, all from Idaho, and 54-year-old Kelly Plutowski from North Dakota. It’s unclear whether they have attorneys.
An affidavit against Dodson shows law enforcement estimate that about $42,000 worth of firearms were stolen, as well as $20,000 worth of flashlights, firearm parts and accessories. Records show two of the stolen guns were sold to confidential informants.
State and federal authorities are involved in the investigation.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) – Motorists are more likely to crash into a deer in the Dakotas than in most other states.
State Farm has released its annual ranking of states in terms of the likelihood of deer-vehicle collisions. The insurer uses claims data and state licensed driver counts from the Federal Highway Administration.
South Dakota ranks fifth in the nation, with the chance of a driver hitting a deer estimated at 1 in 82. North Dakota is 16th, with the chance 1 in 120.
The national odds are 1 in 169.
West Virginia tops the list for the eighth year in a row, with a 1-in-39 chance of a motorist hitting a deer.
NEW TOWN, N.D. (AP) – A national atheist group is helping the parents of a 6-year-old New Town boy who wants to sit down while his classmates stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
The American Humanist Association’s Appignani Humanist Legal Center has sent a letter to school officials, saying that coercing a student to stand for the pledge infringes on his or her constitutional rights.
Parent Jesse Adams says school staff have removed his son from the classroom and also suggested to the parents that they bring the boy to school 10 minutes late.
School District Superintendent Marc Bluestone says the boy has been asked to stand outside the classroom during the pledge to avoid disrupting the other students. He says school officials are consulting with the district’s attorney.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) – The search to replace wetlands that will be lost to a flood protection project south of Fargo likely will continue after a state committee voted against a request for an acquisition in Grand Forks County.
The North Dakota Natural Areas Acquisition Advisory Committee on Tuesday rejected the proposal by Ducks Unlimited to buy a 160-acre site near Thompson. The committee said there were too many unanswered questions about the property.
Ducks Unlimited is looking to restore 17 acres of wetlands that will be filled in for construction of a ring dike near the Oxbow, Hickson and Bakke areas.
A spokesman for the family that owns the property near Thompson says they’re surprised the government is blocking the sale.
The recommendation will be forwarded to Gov. Jack Dalrymple for final action.
In world and national news…
BLOOMING GROVE, Pa. (AP) – Pennsylvania State Police say the suspect in the killing of a trooper and the critical wounding of another outside a rural barracks Friday night is a survivalist who has expressed a desire to kill law enforcement officers and commit mass murder. They identify the suspect as Eric Frein (freen). The state police commissioner says about 200 law enforcement officials are looking for him, and that he’s considered armed and “extremely dangerous.”
GENEVA (AP) – There’s a warning that the number of Ebola cases in West Africa could start doubling every three weeks. The warning comes from the World Health Organization, which says it could cost nearly $1 billion to contain the crisis. President Barack Obama is in Atlanta Tuesday, to announce the deployment of 3,000 American forces to help in the fight against Ebola.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota’s governor doesn’t agree with the decision by the Minnesota Vikings to let running back Adrian Peterson rejoin the team, as he faces a felony charge of child abuse for spanking his 4-year-old son with a wooden switch. Mark Dayton says Peterson should remain suspended while the case unfolds. Peterson was benched for one game, but will be back with the team this weekend.
WASHINGTON (AP) – A U.S. senator says she will introduce a bill to eliminate the NFL’s tax-exempt status because the league has not taken action over the Washington Redskins name. The announcement by Democrat Maria Cantwell of Washington state was one of several initiatives presented Tuesday during a Capitol Hill news conference aimed at increasing pressure on Redskins owner Dan Snyder.
AKRON, Ohio (AP) – Police say an Ohio school bus driver sacrificed her life to save a 10-year-old girl during an evacuation drill outside a charter school. A police spokesman says the vehicle rolled over the 51-year-old driver Tuesday morning after she saved a 10-year-old girl who was about to jump out of the emergency exit at the back of the bus. The girl was the last student to evacuate the bus when it began rolling backward. The driver threw the girl onto a lawn before being struck.
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