– Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Sept 23

CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS IN THE EVENING IN THE VALLEY CITY AREA. PATCHY FOG AFTER MIDNIGHT. LOWS IN THE
MID 50S. SOUTHEAST WINDS 10 TO 15 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. PATCHY FOG IN THE MORNING. HIGHS IN
THE UPPER 70S. SOUTH WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS IN THE MID 50S. SOUTH WINDS
5 TO 10 MPH.
.THURSDAY…SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE LOWER 80S. SOUTH WINDS 5 TO
10 MPH.
.THURSDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS IN THE UPPER 50S. SOUTH
WINDS AROUND 10 MPH.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. HIGHS IN THE LOWER
80S. LOWS IN THE UPPER 50S.
.SUNDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE MID 70S.
.SUNDAY NIGHT…PARTLY CLOUDY WITH SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS
AND THUNDERSTORMS. LOWS IN THE LOWER 50S.
.MONDAY…PARTLY SUNNY WITH A 30 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS
AND THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHS AROUND 70.
.MONDAY NIGHT…PARTLY CLOUDY WITH A 50 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN
SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS. LOWS IN THE LOWER 50S.
.TUESDAY…MOSTLY SUNNY WITH A 30 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS
AND THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 60S.

UPDATE

UPDATE A body found this morning about 11:30 in Moorhead, Mn., is that of missing NDSU student, Thomas Bearson. The body, found in a nonresidential area. The ID was confirmed on Tuesday evening

Fargo Police Chief Keith Ternes says the physical description of the body matches that of Thomas Bearson.

The body was clothed in the descrption of what Bearson was wearing when he was last seen this past Saturday morning.

The information was released during a news conference by Fargo Police, on Tuesday afternoon.

A death investigation will now be done in Minnesota to confirm the person’s identity.

Authorities have secured a crime scene in south Moorhead, in the area of Sam’s Club and Menards. A Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) agent was on scene Tuesday afternoon, and authorities were awaiting the BCA mobile crime lab to arrive to continue their investigation.

An autopsy will be conducted in Minnesota’s Ramsey’s County as to the cause of his death.

Police, search dogs and firefighters spent much of Monday searching for the freshman, including a cursory search of the Red River.

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown City Council’s Budget Committee met Tuesday morning at City Hall. Council member Buchanan was not present.

The request was approved by the committee from Jamestown Tourism for the 2015 calendar year, of $381,900.

Tourism Director Searle Swedlund presented a breakdown of dollars requested in such area as marketing, and advertising.

He noted grant dollars that are also available.

Mayor Andersen said the expenses are justified, and added that Jamestown Tourism has its financial reports to the city updated regularly.

She added that the city’s 2015 budget has dollar available for the requested amount.

Other budget requests are being reviewed from the JSDC, and the Jamestown City Enginering Department, and Jamestown Police.

The committee approved allocating $20,000 as the city’s share of operational costs at the Joint Law Enforcement Center in Jamestown.

Planned improvements at the LEC includes some remodeling and replacements.

The meeting was live on CSi 67.

The final budget for 2015 will be approved at the October 6, 2014 City Council meeting.

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown City Council’s committees met Tuesday afternoon at City Hall. Council Member Buchanan was not present.

With Finance & Legal Committee business:

Considered the request from JSDC for up to $350,000 from the Economic Development Fund to fund a Regional Storm Water Master Plan, with the City Share to be 100% and paid from the City Sales Tax Fund with the understanding the Stutsman County Water Resource Board will work towards fund reimbursement. The Stutsman County Commission denied the request.

The committee moved to table the request pending a review by the City Attorney and parties involved.

The committee considered the request from the JSDC to act as a facilitator for CHS Fertilizer, for a new jobs training program, a 20 year agreement at $4,700,00 annually at $23,500, annually from the City Sales Tax Fund. The committee recommends approving the request.

The panel recommends a formula and data to be used in establishing a definition of “Affordable Housing” for Jamestown for new construction of multi dwelling apartments, per unit, under the Flex Pace Loan program.

Considered extending the City Sales Tax Sunset date for a minimum fifteen (15) years to 2033, to coincide with the Menard’s Tax Increment Financing District. The committee recommends approving to sell the Tax Increment Financing bonds for Menards.

Approved requesting a letter from Jamestown Public School District to discontinue the 1% City Sales Tax for the repayment of School District bonded indebtedness effective December 31, 2014, as it appears the district will have sufficient revenues to retire the bonds. The state tax department requires a three month quarterly notification. The excess dollars collected past December 31. 2014, would revert to the city. A first reading of an Ordinance to change the existing Ordinance was set.

Considered the request for funding for the construction of a Bus Shelter. Council Member Kourajian who is heading up a committee for the Bus Shelter, was asking a one time investment for an amount of $16,000 to start construction to the west of the Post House, at the parking lot.Kourajian said a non-profit corporation would be set up.Mayor Andersen said the shelter would be a convenience and not an incentive for Jefferson Bus Lines, and would not support the funding request. The committee recommends denying the request on a 3-1 vote with Kourajian voting in opposition. Kourajian said he was disappointed in the committee’s vote.

The committee recommends approving the tax exemptions previously granted for Prairie Hills and the Heritage Center relative to their assisted living services.

The committee recommends the sale of Lot 5, Block 1, Homestead III Addition, to the two adjacent property owners on a pro rata basis for $10,000, subject to an approved re-plat and the existing covenants.

The committee recommends approving the request from Albert L. Boeckel for a quit claim deed on a portion of vacated alley of Tahran’s 2nd Addition, for a $1 fee plus additonal attorneys expenses.

The committee recommends amending the Resolution approved June 2, 2014, which authorized $150,000 in Economic Development Funds for an addition to the SEPA Rail Spur with the City Share to be 80% and should have been 90%.

The committee recommends approving amending the Resolution approved June 2, 2014, which authorized $150,000 in Economic Development Funds for an addition to the SEPA Rail Spur with the City Share to be 80% and should have been 90%.

Departmental and financial reports were presented.

Building, Planning & Zoning Committee:

The First Reading of an ordinance was recommended to amend and re-enact Ordinance No. 329, to change the zoning of Lots 1-7, Block 1, Scherbenske Third Estates Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and A-1 (Agricultural District) to R-1(Single Family Residential District), and Lot 8, Block 1, Scherbenske Third Estates Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and A-1 (Agricultural District) to A-1 (Agricultural District).

Considered introducing the First Reading of an ordinance to amend and re-enact Section 3 and enact Sections 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3, Appendix B, of the City Code pertaining to Simple Lot Splits, Boundary Line Adjustments and Lot Mergers. The committee took no action.

The committee moved to the City Council meeting, pending further review by the City Fire Chief, and City Attorney, the application from Arctic Electric for a Special Use Permit to allow temporary sleeping rooms for employees on Lots 9-14, Block 7, Mill Hill 2nd (Former Titan Building) which is currently zoned M-1 (Manufacturing District).

Civic Center & Promotion Committee:

The committee recommends sponsorship fees for the replacement basketball floor and portable backboards at the Civic Center.

Police & Fire Committee….No items at this time.

Public Works Committee

The committee considered a resolution for the City of Jamestown to take over responsibility and “ownership” of all public ROW bridges inside of City Limits from Stutsman County. Jamestown City Engineer Reed Schwartzkoph said the change from Stutsman County, amounts to a clerical change, which City Attorney Dalsted disagreed with. Schwartzkoph said residents in the area of the 5^th Street Northwest bridge, on the federal highway system have concerns about the condition of the structure, which the city has responsibility for concerning maintenance. The committee took no action pending review.

The committee considered enhancing County/Township “road swap” maintenance agreement with Stutsman County for a portion of Country Club Road (aka 29th Street SE, WAPA Road) between State Hospital Road and County Road #39. Stutsman County is looking to take ownership of the townships half. The committee will send the item to next month’s committee meeting.

The committee discussed a letter received from Sid & Megan Mann relating to engineering costs of replacing sidewalk at 422 4th Ave SE. The committee made no official recommendation.

The committee recommends approving a contract detail estimate relating to the Business Loop East Transportation Enhancement (Landscaping) Project with 43 trees, at a cost of about $20,000.

The committee recommends the ESG Change Order No. 9 relating to mechanical work done at the Civic Center.

The committee recommends entering into an engineering services agreement with Interstate Engineering, Inc., for construction engineering on Phase II, McElroy Addition Project.

The committee recommends the award of the hydrologic Request for Proposal for the Municipal Waste Landfill scheduled for submittal on 9/19/14, the landfill expansion project, to Midwest Testing.

Discussion then related to hydraulically opening window in the storefront at 113 1st Avenue, South. The former Attitudes For You, Building.

The committee moved to recommend approval.

The committee recommends approving repairs to Baler Building as recommended by AE2S and Wells Concrete and accept proposal from Wells Concrete to proceed with repairs and instruct AE2S to field verify and certify the repair work. The cost is estimated at $5,700.

The meeting was shown live on CSi 67 followed by replays.

Jamestown (CSi) The James River Valley Library Systems is asking the public to participate in an on line survey about thoughts concerning the renovated and expanded Alfred Dickey Library in downtown Jamestown.

Development Director, Bill Kennedy says, “Public libraries are dedicated to bringing the best services and collections possible to their community. This survey will help the James River Valley Library make this happen for Jamestown and Stutsman County. Please share your thoughts with the staff and board.”

To take the survey on line go to www.jrvls.org and click on “Take the new library survey here,” button.

Jamestown (CSi) Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed October 3, 2014, as Manufacturing Day, in North Dakota.

Jamestown and Stutsman County is participating in this national and state Manufacturing Day event by arranging public tours of manufacturing facilities in the region.

The Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation says UTC Aerospace Systems, one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products, will be providing tours of their facility on the morning of October 3rd.

Tours will be held from:

9:45-10:15am

10:30-11:15am

11:30-12:00pm

12:15-12:45pm

Dress Code:

Long pants, safety glasses and steel-toe shoes are required for the tour. Please bring your own safety glasses and steel-toe shoes if possible as supplies are limited. NO sandals or heels allowed. No skirts, shorts, or capris allowed. Flat surface, close-toed shoes and long pants must be worn on tour.

To RSVP for the UTC tour email holly@growingjamestown.com

or call (701) 252-6861.

Participants must provide their full name, as UTC will pre-screen participants.

Please RSVP by September 26th.

Requirements:

• Must be 16 years or older

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship: Participants must provide a certified birth certificate issued by the state, and a driver’s license or passport.

It is a day dedicated to introducing students, parents, educators,

job seekers, and the public to manufacturing as a meaningful and

challenging career choice.

UTC Aerospace Systems

2604 Highway 20 North

Jamestown, ND 58401-9623

Cooperstown (CSi) The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports a two vehicle crash occurred on Monday, about 3:55 –p.m., at the intersection of Highway 200 and county road 19, at the eastside of Cooperstown.

The report says a Chevrolet pickup, driven by 55 year old Robert Roth, of Tower City, was eastbound on Highway 200 through Cooperstown. The GMC pickup, driven by 67 year old David Hoverson, of Cooperstown, was northbound on a county road and approached a stop intersection at Highway 200. Hoverson failed to stop at the stop sign and started to turn his vehicle west onto Highway 200.

Roth’s vehicle struck Hoverson’s behind the cab. Both vehicles suffered extensive damage. Hoverson was treated and released from the Cooperstown Hospital. Roth was flown to a Fargo hospital.

Assisting the NDHP, were Cooperstown Ambulance, Sanford LifeFlight.

MICHIGAN, N.D. (AP) – A collision involving a car and a moose killed a Fort Totten man and injured three children.

     The Highway Patrol did not immediately identify the 37-year-old man or the 3-, 5- and 10-year-old boys, who also are from Fort Totten.

     The crash happened on U.S. Highway 2 about 10 p.m. Monday, a mile east of the town of Michigan. The patrol says the car rolled numerous times, ejecting all four occupants. The driver was dead at the scene. The children were taken to a Grand Forks hospital.

     The moose was killed instantly.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s Health Department is urging people to get vaccinated for the upcoming flu season.

     Immunization Surveillance Coordinator Amy Schwartz says a couple of vaccine manufacturers are reporting delays in vaccine shipments, but officials still expect an adequate supply starting in October.

     Officials at First District Health Unit in Minot have a shot clinic scheduled for Oct. 8 and are still waiting for vaccine to arrive. Spokeswoman Penny Hamilton says there are no plans right now to delay the clinic.

     Schwartz says the state is urging everyone to get vaccinated, regardless of age or health status.

     Flu activity in North Dakota begins in the fall and typically peaks in March or April. Last season there were nearly 3,000 flu cases in the state, with 149 hospitalizations and eight deaths.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Oil industry representatives are telling North Dakota regulators that the state has proper regulations in place to treat Bakken crude for shipment by rail.

     North Dakota’s Industrial Commission is considering new rules that would remove extra hydrocarbons from Bakken crude – a process some say might make the oil more safe for rail transport.

     Bakken crude has been linked to fiery oil train crashes like one outside Casselton last December that left an ominous cloud over the town and led some residents to evacuate.

     North Dakota Petroleum Council Vice President Kari Cutting says Bakken crude involved in fiery train crashes was not the cause of the crashes.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – The federal government has awarded North Dakota more than $900,000 to implement a statewide transportation management system and to buy a handicap accessible bus for the city of Minot.

U.S. Sen. John Hoeven announced the $945,000 grant from the U.S. Transportation Department on Monday. He says the money will help North Dakota officials better maintain transit systems, especially as more people work and live in the state.

North Dakota’s Transportation Department was competitively selected for the grant through a program that aims to maintain the nation’s bus and rail systems.

In world and national news…

WASHINGTON (AP) – A U.S. official says America and its Arab allies launched more than 200 airstrikes against roughly a dozen militant targets in Syria during the assault that began Monday night. The military mission was the beginning of a broad international campaign against Islamic State militant strongholds in Syria. The U.S. simultaneously targeted the Khorasan Group, an al-Qaida cell, west of the Syrian city of Aleppo that was said to be plotting imminent attacks on American and Western interests.

UNITED NATIONS (AP) – A day-long summit at the United Nations on climate change is revealing the obstacles that stand in the way of wide-ranging agreements to reduce heat-trapping pollution. Brazil said it wouldn’t sign a pledge to halt deforestation by 2030. China’s vice premier insisted that developing nations — including his own — be allowed to release more pollution. And the United States decided not to join 73 countries in supporting a price on carbon. Congress has indicated it would reject that idea. Speaking to the gathering, President Barack Obama urged other nations to follow the example of the United States in clean energy and reducing carbon emissions.

     LOS ANGELES (AP) – All container terminals at the Port of Los Angeles have been closed for precautionary reasons over concerns about air quality from a stubborn fire that is sending up a huge plume of smoke. Nearby residents are being urged to remain indoors. The blaze, sparked by a welder’s torch, forced about 850 people to evacuate Monday night. Fire officials say it could take until this evening for crews to fully put it out.

     FERGUSON, Mo. (AP) – Residents have rebuilt a memorial just hours after it burned down at the site where a Missouri police officer fatally shot 18-year-old Michael Brown. The memorial was destroyed when a fire broke out before dawn Tuesday on the street where Ferguson officer Darren Wilson shot Brown. The blaze angered many people who live near the scene. One man said it was like a grave being desecrated. Police say the cause of the fire is under investigation.

     NEW YORK (AP) – Coke, Pepsi and Dr Pepper say they’ll work to reduce the calories Americans get from beverages by 20 percent over the next decade by more aggressively marketing smaller sizes, bottled water and diet drinks. The announcement was made at the Clinton Global Initiative. It comes as the country’s three biggest soda makers face public pressure over the role of sugary drinks in fueling obesity.