{"id":160275,"date":"2018-12-18T18:15:11","date_gmt":"2018-12-19T00:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=160275"},"modified":"2018-12-19T07:13:41","modified_gmt":"2018-12-19T13:13:41","slug":"city-moving-forward-5th-ave-nw-reconstruction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=160275","title":{"rendered":"City moving forward 5th Ave NW reconstruction"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Valley City\u00a0 (CSi)\u00a0 The Valley City Commission met in Regular Session Tuesday evening at City Hall.\u00a0 All members were present.<\/p>\n

It was announced that this meeting is the final meeting to be attended by City Attorney Lili Schoenack, and the retired Fire Chief Gary Retterath\u2019s retirement open house will be on Friday January 4, from 2-p.m., to 5-p.m., at the city fire hall.<\/p>\n

New VCSU President Alan LaFave introduced himself, and talked about his educational background. Tuesday was his second official day in the position.<\/p>\n

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Initial electrician license for Differding Electric, LLC.<\/p>\n

Renewal of liquor licenses for the following businesses:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. American Legion Club<\/li>\n
  2. Boomer\u2019s Corner Keg<\/li>\n
  3. Hi-Line Hospitality dba City Lights<\/li>\n
  4. Main Street Off-Sale dba Tavern Ninety Four<\/li>\n
  5. My Bar Valley City, LLC<\/li>\n
  6. The Labor Club<\/li>\n
  7. VFW Post<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

     <\/p>\n

    Approved were\u00a0 renewal applications for permit to sell L.P. gas for the following businesses:<\/p>\n

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    1. CHS Inc. dba Dakota Plains Ag<\/li>\n
    2. PetroServ USA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

       <\/p>\n

      Approved renewal applications for mobile home parks for the following businesses:<\/p>\n

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      1. Olsberg Properties, LLLP dba Plecity Mobile Home Park<\/li>\n
      2. Richard Plecity Trailer Court<\/li>\n
      3. Rockwater, LLC dba Sunrise Trailer Park<\/li>\n
      4. Viking Drive Estates<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

         <\/p>\n

        Approve renewal applications for pawn shop for:<\/p>\n

        a. Northwestern Industries<\/p>\n

        Approve renewal application for taxi license for the following business:<\/p>\n

        a. South Central Adult Services<\/p>\n

         <\/p>\n

        Approve renewal applications for tree trimming and removal service for the following businesses: a. Belling Tree Service<\/p>\n

          \n
        1. Ground to Sky, LLC<\/li>\n
        2. Johnny B\u2019s Trees & Service<\/li>\n
        3. Pine Country Nursery<\/li>\n
        4. Ross\u2019 Tree Service<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          PUBLIC HEARING <\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

          Public Hearing for Transfer of Class B and Class C Alcoholic Beverage Licenses to Brockopp Brewing, LLC and Issuance of new Class G license <\/span><\/p>\n

          Following the Public Hearing:<\/span><\/p>\n

          City Commissioners,\u00a0 approved\u00a0 the \u00a0Transfer of Class B and Class C Alcoholic Beverage Licenses to Brockopp Brewing, LLC and Issuance of new Class G License.<\/p>\n

          NEW BUSINESS <\/strong><\/p>\n

          City Commissioners, approved the Valley City-Barnes County Development Corporation request for $12,000 for Small Projects funding.\u00a0 Development Director, Jennifer Feist said, \u00a0<\/em>funds come from the city sales tax, and economic development funds.<\/p>\n

          The City Commission approved the Valley City-Barnes County Development Corporation request for $250,000 for a Two Year Workforce Development Program, funded through City Sales Tax Dedicated to Economic Development.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Jennifer Feist said, five different types of training have been identified, including a welding training program, along with other skill developments, along with matching up employer and employees.<\/span><\/p>\n

          From the audience, Lloyd Nelson asked the City Commission to deny the request.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Approved was an Engineering Agreement for Final Design and Bid Package for 5th Avenue NW Reconstruction in an amount not to exceed $118,500.\u00a0 KLJ said public hearings will be held in the future, along with notification of affected stakeholders.\u00a0 Mayor Carlsrud said the City Commission will make the final decision after public meetings are held.<\/p>\n

          Approved was a Gaming Site Authorization for ND Chapters of Delta Waterfowl, Inc on February 23, 2019 at Valley City Eagles Club.<\/p>\n

          Approved was the Appointment of Mary Lee Nielsen (CVB representative) to Visitors Committee.\u00a0 City Administrator Schelkoph\u00a0 said she was recommended to replace George Dutton on the Visitors Committee.<\/p>\n

          Approved the 2019 Valley City Public Works Operating & Capital budgets. City Administrator Schelkoph said insulation was added to the budget for a four stall garage in the amount of $15,000.<\/p>\n

          The cost went from $130,000 to $145,000.<\/p>\n

           <\/p>\n

          Considered a Bid for Parking and Animal Control Vehicle for Police Department. \u00a0Police Chief Hatcher recommended the bid from Stoudt-Ross Ford in the amount of $22,600, for a 2019 Ford Transit van.<\/p>\n

          Approved was an Amendment to Employee Policy & Procedure Manual. <\/span><\/p>\n

          CITY ADMINISTRATOR\u2019S REPORT <\/strong><\/p>\n

          David Schelkopf thanked Lili Schoenack for her year and half tenure as City Attorney, as she steps down.<\/p>\n

          He also recognized Gary Retterath for his 43 years of service, including as Fire Chief on the Valley City Fire Department, as he retires, effective December 31 this year.<\/p>\n

          CITY UPDATES & COMMISSION REPORTS <\/strong><\/p>\n

          Lili Schoenack said that she felt welcome by the city, and she noted that she will be moving from Valley City.<\/p>\n

          City Auditor Avis Richter reminded about Gary Retterath\u2019s Retirement Open House on January 4, 2019.<\/p>\n

          Gary Retterath emphasize again, fire safety, adding that electrical service in older homes may be over worked with newer appliances, including vehicle plug ins.<\/p>\n

          He briefly recalled his time on the city fire department.<\/p>\n

          KLJ reported that flood walls continue to be poured, adding the former Power Plant building has been taken down, with remaining demolition materials being removed.<\/p>\n

          Each City Commissioner added their thanks and dedication to Schoenack and Retterath for their service to the city.<\/p>\n

          Mayor Carlsrud said Schoenack held the only position in North Dakota that combined the posts of City Attorney, and Human Resource Officer.<\/p>\n

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

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