{"id":12067,"date":"2013-02-04T19:01:50","date_gmt":"2013-02-05T01:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=12067"},"modified":"2013-02-04T19:01:50","modified_gmt":"2013-02-05T01:01:50","slug":"city-commission-supports-house-bill-water-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=12067","title":{"rendered":"City Commission Supports House Bill, Water Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Valley City, ND (KCSi-T.V. News) — The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Monday evening (Feb 4, 2013) at City Hall.<\/p>\n

All members were present.<\/p>\n

Approval of Consent Agenda items included:<\/p>\n

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Approval of Consent Agenda items included:<\/p>\n

Monthly Reports from the Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Auditor, Municipal Judge and Public Works Accountant.<\/p>\n

Monthly Bills for the City and Public Works in the Amount of $ 1,523,569.29<\/p>\n

A Game of Chance Raffle Permit for Barnes County Ducks Unlimited, and the Valley City Lions.<\/p>\n

Scouts were introduced that were earning their merit badges by attending and reporting on the City Commission meetings.<\/p>\n

Public Forum: No one spoke<\/p>\n

Scouts were introduced that were earning their merit badges by attending and reporting on the City Commission meetings.<\/p>\n

Resolutions<\/p>\n

An Open Public Hearing was held to Consider the Amended I-94 Regional Development Corridor Plan submitted by Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation and the Developer\u2019s Agreement submitted by Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation.Economic Development Jennifer Feist explained the amendment.<\/p>\n

She said the Plan and the amendments are available at City Hall.<\/p>\n

Public Hearings.<\/p>\n

An Open Public Hearing was held to Consider the Amended I-94 Regional Development Corridor Plan submitted by Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation and the Developer\u2019s Agreement submitted by Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation.Economic Development Jennifer Feist explained the amendment.<\/p>\n

She said the Plan and the amendments are available at City Hall.<\/p>\n

Following the Public Hearing a Resolution was passed, approving the I-94 Regional Development Corridor Development Plan.<\/p>\n

Another Resolution was approved concerning the Developer\u2019s Agreement between the City of Valley City and Development Corporation.<\/p>\n

A Resolution was approved Declaring the Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 102.<\/p>\n

Another Resolution was approved Declaring the Necessity for Paving Improvement District No. 103.<\/p>\n

The City Commissioners then approved a Resolution Supporting North Dakota House Bill 1440.<\/p>\n

The bill gives latitude to cities, water boards, and rural water districts to meet and discuss water issues with rural water boards, including the State Water Commission.<\/p>\n

If the bill passes the State Public Service Commission would be involved with decisions.<\/p>\n

Mayor Werkhoven feels the state legislature needs to consider laws in that regard.<\/p>\n

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City Attorney Russell Myhre said city support is of the concept of the bill.<\/p>\n

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Ordinances:<\/p>\n

Approved second and final reading of an Ordinance annexing a tract of land located at I- 94 and Exit 294,<\/p>\n

( legal description of: Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 1 of the N1\/2 of the NW \u00bc of Section 26, township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota and<\/p>\n

Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 1 of the NE \u00bc of the NE \u00bc of Section 27, Township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota and 2 )<\/p>\n

Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 5 of the SE \u00bc of the SW \u00bc of section 23, Township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota.<\/p>\n

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Approved the second and final reading of an Ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 8th <\/span><\/span>Avenue SE and Winter Show Road, legal description of Auditor\u2019s Lot 1 of NW \u00bc Section 28 township 140 N, range 58 W, from O-Other to B-2 Highway Business Zoning Use. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Approved second and final reading of an Ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at I-94 and Exit 294.<\/p>\n

Legal description of:<\/p>\n

Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 1 of the N1\/2 of the NW \u00bc of Section 26, township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota and<\/p>\n

Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 1 of the NE \u00bc of the NE \u00bc of Section 27, Township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota and<\/p>\n

Auditor\u2019s Lot Number 5 of the SE \u00bc of the SW \u00bc of section 23, Township 140 North, Range 58 West, Barnes County, North Dakota,<\/p>\n

from A-Agriculture to I-1 Light Industrial.<\/p>\n

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Approved the second and final reading of an Ordinance rezoning a tract of land located within the one mile extraterritorial jurisdiction, legal description of Auditor\u2019s Lot 3 of SE \u00bc Section 18, township 140 N, Range 58 W, from A-Agricultural to R-2 Residential.<\/p>\n

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New Business:<\/p>\n

A Retail Image Enhancement Flex PACE Loan in the amount of $6,000 for DeepRiver Properties, was approved.<\/p>\n

The ZenoTrac and 24\/7 technical support renewal was approved. The contract is with General Electric concerning information and advice on the Water Treatment Plant Project, with the G.E. Filtration Process.<\/p>\n

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Approved, Blocking off the 100 block of Main Street East for the 5th Annual, Debbie Gabel Memorial Cancer Ride.<\/p>\n

The City Commission approved a Special Alcohol Beverage Event permit for Nubar, Captain\u2019s Pub and VFW to serve alcohol in the blocked off street for the Debbie Gabel Memorial Cancer Ride.<\/p>\n

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The City Commission approved a cost and participation agreement for three ER sites \u2013 HBP Pavement Repair (Patching) & Incidentals, SRU-2-990(042)046 \u2013 Sidewalk, Pavement Marking & Signing Improvements. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Approved terminating Tax Increment Financing for North Industrial Park district created December 17, 2011.<\/p>\n

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The City Commission approved the Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation\u2019s Expansion and Financing Agreement including the value of the five year property exemption for John Deere.<\/p>\n

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The City Commission then reviewed the Police Department 2012 Annual Report.<\/p>\n

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Police Chief Fred Thompson highlighted the report.<\/p>\n

He said the use of force by police officers is not of concern, and the actions of police are based on criminal activity.<\/p>\n

He said there was a significant jump in arrests in 2012, which he said was inexplicable.<\/p>\n

He pointed out that the report is available on the City\u2019s web site.<\/p>\n

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City Administrator Report<\/p>\n

David Schelkopf said with the first inspection there has been a lessening of abandonded cars in the city.<\/p>\n

He said the Valley City Flood Emergency Plan is finished and available to the public.<\/p>\n

He asked that if anyone has any ideas about a use for the City Auditorium which is available for sale to contact City Hall.<\/p>\n

He noted a controlled electric load enabled the city to save dollars on electric costs to the city during the recent cold snap.<\/p>\n

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City Updates & Commission Comments<\/p>\n

Commissioner Luke reported on recent water meetings that she has attended.<\/p>\n

She said communities around various parts of the state are preparing for either a flood or drought conditions.<\/p>\n

Water quality issues are also a concern.<\/p>\n

City Assessor Sandy Hansen reported on items that she has been addressing on assessments.<\/p>\n

She noted bills in the State Legislature, concerning the Homestead Credits. And asked for support of Senate Bill 2371.<\/p>\n

Dave Andersen asked that residents comply with the City Ordinance of clearing sidewalks after a snowfall.<\/p>\n

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Police Chief Thompson said three new officers have completed training and are on the force.<\/p>\n

One addition officer will be added following training.<\/p>\n

KLJ reported that street traffic should be back to normal about February 15, 2013 with the bank stablization project.<\/p>\n

Fire Chief Retterath said the outdoor sirens should be back to operational next week.<\/p>\n

Mayor Werkhoven said precipitation forecasts by the National Weather Service are that spring precipitation should be normal to below normal.<\/p>\n

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The meeting was shown live on CSi 68, followed by replays.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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