VCpublicWorksValley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall. City Commissioner Magnuson was not present.

MAYOR WERKHOVEN READ THE ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION

Arbor Day will be observed on May 2, 2015, as Valley City is a Tree City USA city, recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS INCLUDED:

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

Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $2,291,459.34

Raffle Permit for Barnes County Relay for Life.

Request to Block off Street on Central Avenue N, from 3rd Street to 9th Street for the Soapbox Derby on June 5, 6, and 7th.

PUBLIC FORUM –

Gary Schlagel suggested using FEMA lots for the pollinator location.

Commissioner Luke said adjacent to the east side retention pond is the initial location.

ORDINANCES

Approved a second and final reading of an Ordinance recodifying the Zoning Ordinance.

Approved first reading of an Ordinance ordinance accepting the South Valley Addition plat.

NEW BUSINESS

A Public Hearing was held, regarding Special Assessments confirmed by the Special Assessment Commission for Paving Improvement Districts No. 104 and 106. Auditor Richter said a prior public hearing was held and the special assessment was approved by the City Commission at 3.6% over 15 years, as Recommended by the Special Assessment Commission for the district.

City Commissioners then approved a request to transfer funds to close 2013-14 Safe Routes to School project account.

Commissioners approved the vinyl tile in the halls at the new armory: Total quote material and labor ; (4″ cove base): $7,289.25 (2 1/2″ base ) : $7,259.25

Approved the renewal of Site Authorizations for the Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192 to be at The Valley City Eagles Aerie 2192, Main Street Off Sale LLC Tavern 94, My Bar Valley City LLC, and Hi-Liner Hospitality LLC (City Lights) and The Labor Club.

Approved an Amendment to Engineer-Owner Agreement, Amendment 1, with KLJ for Paving Improvement District #109 and Sanitary Sewer Improvement District #61.

Considered a forestry contract with Willis Wagar for the 2015 summer season. City Administrator Schelkoph, noted that City Forester, Dave Dunham has retired.

The City Commission approved the hiring of Wagar.

The City Commission reviewed the 2014 Annual Police Department report presented Police Chief Thompson. He noted the new reporting system is working out, with some information still needed from dispatch. He said the newly hired officer is currently in training.

Considered Precision Concrete Cutting for the 2015 sidewalk repair in the NW part of the city. City Administrator Schelkoph said following an inspection a report was issued indicating about 1,652 areas in that quadrant that needs to be repaired and or cut to comply with the Americans with Disabilities act. He asked the Commission to advertise for bids. He noted this firm is qualified to perform the work with estimates that would save the city about 21% of the overall costs.

The Commissioners voted to advertise for bids.

Considered a Cost Share Agreement between the ND State Water Commission and the City of Valley City for Permanent Flood Protection Project.

KLJ along with city officials and the State Water Commissioner reviewed utility placement beneath dikes, which was clarified in the new language.

The request is being reviewed by the State Water Commission, pending certification.

The City Commission voted to approve the agreement including the new language.

Considered replacing the Water Main on 3rd Avenue NE between 5th and 3rd Street. Near the Fiath Lutheran Church, new construction, in conjunction with water service there.

The Commissioners voted to approved the project at $110,000, to be Special Assessed.

Approved a Special Alcohol Beverage Event permit for VC Developers to serve liquor at the MBBA Bull Ride on May 9th, 7:00 p.m. at the Winter Show.

Approved the Park Board Award Alternate #5 of the Valley City Wellness & Physical Education Facility in the amount of $89,470.

CITY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT

David Schelkoph said AMI data will be utilized to improve water usage in the city.

New LED lights have be installed at the Katheryn Interchange, adding power consumption has been significantly reduced. More LED lights will be budgeted.

New mosquito spraying equipment has been purchased that will adjust the amount of chemical used in relation to the speed of the towing unit.

Next week is clean up week in Valley City, he noted items not being picked up.

He added that yard waste grass clippings should be brought to the proper disposal sites.

CITY UPDATE & COMMISSION REPORTS

A reminder that all cats in the City must be licensed.

Fire Chief Retterath said sirens are being test regularly during the summer months. He noted one siren failed the test, and is being repaired.

Police Chief Thompson said the new Tahoe vehicle has been purchased, and new cameras are being stalled in police units.

KLJ gave updates on the storm sewer project and areas affected. Viking Drive will reopen for the May 16th VCSU graduation.

Commission Nielson will be attending a meeting with the governor, concerning how much water will be released by Devils Lake.

Commissioner Luke pointed out that the water quality being released is well above the base line, for sulfates, and increased water released from Devils Lake will increase the poor water quality within Lake Ashtabula and the Sheyenne River..

Mayor Werkhoven noted the lack of motorist using directional signals. Chief Thompson added that citations are being handed out regularly for ‘distracted driving.’

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