Wayne Byers Show – Evening – Apr 19

CSi Weather…

TONIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. PATCHY FOG AFTER MIDNIGHT. LOWS IN THE
LOWER 40S. SOUTHEAST WINDS AROUND 10 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY…PARTLY SUNNY. PATCHY FOG IN THE MORNING. HIGHS IN
THE MID 60S. WEST WINDS AROUND 10 MPH.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS IN THE LOWER 40S. NORTHWEST
WINDS 5 TO 10 MPH.
.THURSDAY…SUNNY. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S. NORTH WINDS 10 TO
15 MPH.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY…PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE MID 30S.
HIGHS AROUND 60.
.FRIDAY NIGHT…INCREASING CLOUDS. A 20 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN.
LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S.
.SATURDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT…MOSTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS IN THE MID
50S. LOWS IN THE UPPER 30S.
.SUNDAY…PARTLY SUNNY WITH A 30 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN. HIGHS IN
THE MID 50S.
.SUNDAY NIGHT…CLOUDY. CHANCE OF RAIN IN THE EVENING…THEN
CHANCE OF RAIN POSSIBLY MIXED WITH SNOW AFTER MIDNIGHT. LOWS IN
THE MID 30S. CHANCE OF PRECIPITATION 40 PERCENT.
.MONDAY…CLOUDY WITH A 40 PERCENT CHANCE OF RAIN. HIGHS IN THE
LOWER 50S.

 

DRIER CONDITIONS AND MILDER
TEMPERATURES THURSDAY-SATURDAY

 

 

Jamestown (CSi) Law enforcement chased an allegedly stolen pick up truck through downtown Jamestown late Tuesday morning.

Lt. Robert Opp said the chase started after Stutsman County Communications received a call that there was a “suspicious person” in the parking lot next to the S & R Truck Stop on the east side of Jamestown.

Officers approached the white male, identified as 32 year-old Wesley Alan Cody, drove the vehicle over the train tracks near the Civic Center, ultimately ending the chase in Zonta Park. Opp stated that Cody trapped the vehicle in wire fencing, causing him to leave the vehicle and flee on foot, and then quickly got into a red 2001 GMC pickup truck. Opp said the truck was reported stolen out of Bismarck.  He said Cody is wanted on a warrant out of Wisconsin. No charges have been filed against Cody as of Tuesday afternoon

The man led police and sheriff’s deputies on a chase through Jamestown that included going north on 1st Avenue.

The vehicle headed the wrong way past the Civic Center entrance, from 3^rd Street, then crossed the street over the viaduct, entered the north side of Centennial Park, crossed the railroad tracks, where it continued and stopped on the grass of Zonta Park, on the east side of the copula.

Some damage was reported to the rail tracks, and fencing.

Opp said the man then fled on foot and was apprehended in the parking lot of Otter Tail Power Co. in the 300 block of 2nd Street Southeast.

The investigation is continuing .

 

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown Police Department is warning Jamestown residents about a convicted sex offender who has changed addresses with the city of Jamestown.

Garrett Alan Loy now resides at 1213  11^th Street Southeast Apt # 8, Jamestown, ND.

His  vehicle is a red 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, ND License, 210ANW.

Loy is a 31 year old white male six feet one inch tall, weighing 186 pounds with brown eyes and hair.

He has been assigned a high risk assessment by the North Dakota Risk Level Committee of the Attorney General’s Office.

In November 200e Loy was convicted of Gross Sexual Imposition in Grand Forks County, District Court.

Disposition was 10 years, five years suspended, three years supervised probation.

In May of 2004 Loy was convicted in Grand Forks County District Court of Gross Sexual Imposition.

Disposition was 18 months, 12 months suspended, three years supervised probation.

He is currently on probation with North Dakota Parole and Probation.

He is on GPS monitoring.

Loy is not wanted by police at this time and has served the sentence imposed by the court. This notification is meant for public safety and not to increase fear in the community, nor should this information be used to threaten, assault, or intimidate the offender. Attempts to harass, intimidate or threaten these offenders, or their families, landlords, or employers will be turned over for prosecution.

Printed handouts of Loy’s demographic are available at the Jamestown Police Department.

More information on registered offenders on line at www.sexoffender.nd.gov

 

 

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown City Council’s Finance and Legal, Building Planning and Zoning, and Civic Center and Promotion Committees met Wednesday afternoon at City Hall.

Council Member Gumke was not present.

FINANCE & LEGAL COMMITTEE:

The committee heard a presentation by Shawn Gaddie, AE2S regarding the Storm Water Utility Feasibility Study. He said Tuesday’s meeting included the thought process, and next month following feedback, another presentation will be held.

Included in Tuesday’s meeting was rate structures, and user fee methods.   Labor costs and time studies of the workforce were noted.  Included was a look at street sweeping and storm sewer cleaning and costs of equipment rates, along with capital projects, new equipment and repair work

Depreciation of vehicles in the departments was noted.   The total annual costs to operate the utility was put at $430,000, including labor, vehicle fleets and miscellaneous.   Trunk line improvements were pointed out in various areas of the city, and drainage deficiencies.  State Water Commission funding may be possible for projects.

Mayor Andersen said the public needs to be aware of possible user fees adjustments that may be necessary, especially as the city and demands grow.

Mayor Andersen said the public needs to be aware of possible user fees adjustments that may be necessary, especially as the city and demands grow.   She wants a percentage of existing trunk line improvements considered.

Council Member Buchanan said a revenue source needs to be considered and to stick with it.

 

In other business the committee recommends for approval the request from JSDC to provide $75,000.00 in matching funds from the Economic Development Fund for the New Energy Spirit Biomass Refinery, LLC, contingent upon approval of the APUC request, with the City Share to be $67,500.00. JSDC CEO Connie Ova said the request is to update and fund in part a feasibility study.

The committee recommends for approval the request from JSDC for $25,000.00 from the Economic Development Fund for continuing matching funds for the North Dakota Trade Office for the 2016-2018 biennium, with the City Share to be $20,000.00.

The committee recommends approval of the request from JSDC for $34,824.00 from the Economic Development Fund to pay South Central Dakota Regional Council dues for 2016 with the City Share to be $21,939.00.

The committee moved to the May City Council without recommendation the request of Jon Goplen to purchase Lot 6, Block 1, I-94 Business Park Addition, for $70,000.00.

 

The committee received an update on the Joint Powers Agreement with the Jamestown Park District relative to the 1% City Sales Tax for the construction of the TRAC Facility.

City Attorney Leo Ryan said the Park Board will meet this week, and should have information to present back to the city. The committee moved the item to the City Council without recommendation.

 

Informational:

The Second Reading of Ordinances granting a franchise to Cable Services, Inc., CenturyLink, and Daktel Communications, LLC, is scheduled for the May 2, 2016, City Council Meeting.

Council member Buchanan moved to send the franchise requests back to committee for further study, to harmonize all three, pointing out the differences in the CenturyLink Ordinance.

CSi President Roy Sheppard presented draft language to be considered, included the length of the franchise term and the issue of recording meetings.  City Attorney Ryan added that the franchise grants may come at different times.

The committee moved the readings to next month’s committee meeting, with the franchises remaining in full force..

Departmental and financial reports were presented.

 

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE

Informational: Minutes of the April 11, 2016, Planning Commission Meeting, were presented.

 

CIVIC CENTER AND PROMOTION COMMITTEE

No items at this time.

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

 

Valley City (CSi) The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall.

Commissioner Pedersen was not present.

Commission Magnuson was present with an Award from The North Dakota League of Cities, The Visionary Award.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED:

Game of Chance Raffle Permit for St. Catherine’s Parish KC’s and Barnes County Wildlife Federation.

Blocking off streets for Rally in the Valley car show on June 18.

PUBLIC FORUM – No one spoke.

ORDINANCES :

Approved the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1005, an ordinance creating a Perpetual Restrictive Covenant where properties were removed in accordance with the State Water Commission.

Approved the second and final reading of an Ordinance rezoning NDDOT property located at from “N/A” to B-2 Highway Business District. Located near interstate in conjunction with the PetroServe project.

Approved the second and final reading of an Ordinance repealing, amending and reenacting Title 2, Administration, of the revised ordinances of the City of Valley City.

Approved the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1008, an ordinance repealing, amending, and reenacting Title 8, Business & Occupations of the revised ordinances of the City of Valley City.

Attorney Myhre said ordinance changes includes language concerning the number of tobacco licenses in the city and includes language concerning E-cigarettes.

RESOLUTIONS:

Approved a Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for Paving Improvement District to Border State’s Engineering.

NEW BUSINESS:

Commissioners heard a presentation by Barr Engineering regarding Mill Dam Safety and maintenance. The City of Valley City owns the Dam.

The report said the Dam has two cracks, stemming from previous flooding and causing seepage.

A 40-percent cost share for repairs is available, from the State Water Commission. Game and Fish and USDA may also be available for funding sources.

An option includes eliminating the Dam. Rapids would be created, with no spillway.

The project would be done in three phases.

Phase One, is a feasibility study, including costs.

Phase Two, is the design.

Phase Three is permitting and construction.

No action was taken by the Commission.

The City Commission review the “Fresh Pursuit” video and review the 2015 Annual Report. from Police Chief Thompson. He said the present pursuit policy in force is the best and safest option.

City Commissioners approved proceeding with the second and final part of Northwest Sidewalk Repair, and to proceed with starting the bid process for Northeast Sidewalk Repair project.

Approved was a Special Event Beverage Permit for City Lights for the Chamber and Development Corporation Annual Banquet on April 29, from 5:30 to 8:00 pm at the VCSU Student Center

Approved the Special Alcoholic Event Beverage Permit for the Eagles at the ND Winter Show building on April 23-24, Wrangler Team Roping, and also June 3-4, Rough Riders Rodeo. Eagles

The Commission approved sending the 2017-19 Project Information and Planning Form to the State Water Commission for Valley City water improvements, flood control, dam safety (Mill Dam) riverbank erosion and west main storm sewer projects.

Commissioners discussed putting a moratorium on Devils Lake Outlet pumping.

Commissioner Luke talked about the current lake levels, adding at this point there is not a chance of the Lake overflowing based on information from NOAA.

She said the sulfate levels remain a concern with the downstream flows.

The Commission took no action on the issue.

CITY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT

David Schelkopf indicated a proposal to change the landfill hours to become 8-a.m., to 6-p.m.

He said alley maintenance will begin when the water dissipates.

A computer server will be replaced. In the meantime a bypass to the server is being looked at. The down time affects the public’s ability to access certain services.

CITY UPDATE & COMMISSION REPORTS

Police Chief Thompson indicated a petition to legalize marijuana will be available.   A rally to legalize marijuana will be at the Barnes County Courthouse lawn at 4: 20-p.m., on Wednesday.

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

 

 

Jamestown (CSi) Jamestown Tourism and the James River Valley Library System is attempting to re-connect with Mrs. Louis L’Amour and family, re-establishing Louis L’Amour’s Jamestown roots.

On Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, Jamestown Tourism Director, Searle Swedlund pointed out that Louis L’Amour’s Jamestown connection will enhance tourism efforts to attract more visitors to Jamestown.

He said, the effort is part of the on-going tourism strategic plan, offering the opportunity of telling the Louis L’Amour story to visitors.

Swedlund pointed out Louis L’Amour’s life-long attraction to learning, and that libraries played an import part of that effort. With that in mind, tourism and the Alfred Dickey Public Library in Jamestown are starting conversation to join efforts to create a space at the library dedicated to Louis L’Amour.

L’Amour spent the first 15 years of his life in Jamestown with his home located across from the present Jamestown City Hall location, now the site of the Otter Tail Power Company substation.

He also attended Franklin Elementary School in Jamestown, now the CSi Technology Center, at Historic Franklin School.

Jamestown’s Louis L’Amour Elementary School was named after him.

He added that efforts will be made to contact the L’Amour family in order to get their ideas on establishing a Jamestown location at the library.

Anyone in the community with ideas or connections may contact Jamestown Tourism at 701-251-9145.

Also on our show, Swedlund said plans are moving forward for the National Buffalo Museum in Jamestown to expand space to include a theater, that will show a video depicting the bison and the historical significance and connection to Jamestown.

Talks continue with historian Darrell Dorgan with plans to produce a video.

Jamestown Tourism has granted $10,000 toward the $120,000 project, as fundraising efforts are continuing.

Jamestown (CSi) The Stutsman County Commission, on Tuesday upheld the termination of former Sheriff’s Deputy, Sgt., Elizabeth Kapp, by Stutsman County Sheriff, Chad Kaiser.

Commissioner Dale Marks voted in opposition.

At the outset of the meeting, Stutsman County States Attorney Fritz Fremgen said any new evidence would not be accepted, beyond the evidence available to the department head at the time of decision making.

A number of Kapp’s supporters were at the meeting.

One said the taxpayers are paying for the rash decision to fire Kapp.

Commissioner Schwartz said that it was not a rash decision made by the commission, saying he spent nine hours reviewing all the information given before making a decision. Schwartz added that the decision was only based off the information, and had nothing to do with Kapp as a person.

Earlier this month, the Stutsman County Grievance Committee unanimously ruled to uphold the termination of the former Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office Sgt.

Stutsman County Sheriff Chad Kaiser terminated Elizabeth Kapp on February, 27, 2016, and according to Kapp’s termination letter she was terminated for violating the Peace Officer Code of Conduct, violating the Peace Officer Oath and the Employee Code of Conduct per the Stutsman County Personnel Police. Kapp also allegedly was insubordinate and used offensive language and conduct.

If Kapp is to continue her appeal, it would be at the state level.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A Tennessee man accused of acting as a hunting outfitter in North Dakota without a license has been fined more than $4,000 and stripped of his hunting privileges for 18 months.

Forty-year-old Robert “Adam” Whitten, of Counce, Tennessee, was charged in October after a district warden investigated a complaint that Whitten had unlawfully placed “No Hunting” signs on private property.

Wildlife officials say Whitten was staying on a rented farmstead in southwestern Emmons County for most of October. Prior to his arrival in North Dakota, Whitten allegedly took money from nonresident hunters for what he advertised as a place to stay and access to 5,000 acres of hunting land for waterfowl and upland game.

Whitten was charged with two counts of outfitting without a license, both Class A misdemeanors.

 

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A man accused of shooting an employee in the leg during a robbery at a Fargo restaurant has pleaded guilty in federal court.

Twenty-four-year-old Carl Eugene Smith, of Fargo, is charged with two counts, including use of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. He faces a maximum sentence of life in prison and a mandatory minimum sentence of ten years.

Smith is one of four people charged in the September 2015 robbery at a Taco John’s in south Fargo. It was one of a rash of armed robberies in September that convinced federal prosecutors to take on some of the cases.

The Hobbs Act allows for federal prosecution if the crime involves interstate commerce. Taco John’s gets food from Minnesota and uses payroll services from South Dakota.

 

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) – A Minnesota man says he will plead guilty to starting a fire at a Somali restaurant across the North Dakota border in Grand Forks.

Twenty-five-year-old Matthew Gust of East Grand Forks is charged with use of a destructive device during a crime of violence and malicious use of an explosive device. He faces a maximum penalty of life in federal prison.

Authorities say the Dec. 7 fire at the Juba Coffee House was started by a homemade explosive and caused an estimated $90,000 in damage. Vandals had earlier spray-painted what some have described as a Nazi-like symbol on the business, but investigators don’t know if that’s connected to the fire.

Dozens of people of different faiths showed up for a candlelight ceremony outside the cafe a day after the fire.

 

In sports…

MAYVILLE, N.D. (AP) – Mayville State University head baseball coach Scott Berry has reached the 1,000-win mark. The Comets swept a triple-header against the University of Winnipeg on Monday to give Berry the milestone. The school says he is one of six active coaches in the NAIA who have reached the 1,000-win mark. Berry won all of the games with Mayville State. He has been the head coach since 1982.

 

In world and national news…

NEW YORK (AP) – New Yorkers are casting ballots in the state’s presidential primary Tuesday, including some of the candidates themselves. Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton cast their votes at a polling place in their adopted home town of Chappaqua (CHAP’-uh-kwah) Tuesday morning. The kids of some candidates are voting too. Donald Trump Jr. says it feels “great” to finally vote for his father to become the Republican nominee. He’s the only one of Trump’s kids who will have that chance, though. Ivanka Trump and Eric Trump missed the registration deadline.

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Republican National Committee is hoping to blunt criticism from Donald Trump and grass roots Republicans who say the party establishment is trying to use the rules of the Republican nominating convention to derail Trump and open the door to a fresh candidate. RNC Chairman Reince Priebus (ryns PREE’-bus) tells House GOP lawmakers that the rules governing the convention will be made by that gathering’s delegates, not a small group of GOP leaders. Priebus has said the nominating rules have existed for a long time and has denied that they have given Trump an unfair disadvantage.

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – A federal appeals court has overturned a policy barring a transgender student from using the boys’ restrooms at his Virginia high school. A three-judge panel says the Gloucester County School Board policy is discriminatory. A federal judge had previously rejected student Gavin Grimm’s sex discrimination claim.

WASHINGTON (AP) – A top FBI official tells Congress that hiring outside contractors to help the FBI break into locked iPhones isn’t the only solution for law enforcement to recover encrypted communications. Amy Hess says that while the Justice Department opted for “one potential solution” last month when it enlisted a still-unidentified third party to access the phone of a San Bernardino attacker, decisions must be made case by case. The comments were during a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing. The Senate is considering a bill that would effectively prohibit unbreakable encryption.

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The U.S. Navy has scrapped a recruiting mailer that promised women they could join while staying in touch with their feminine side. Navy officials made the decision in response to criticism that the wording was condescending and perpetuated stereotypes. The mailer read that the Navy offers women opportunities “most girls aren’t even aware of” in career areas that “aren’t just for the guys… all while staying in touch with your feminine side.”