Gary Bimler

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a Public Hearing regarding the issuance of Revenue Notes under the Municipal Industrial Development Act of 1955 for the Maple Manor Care Center Project, which involved approving a resolution to secure a better interest rate for the loan. Key items included approving the switch of insurance providers to Mostad Insurance for the next three years and addressing infrastructure concerns, such as planning tree removal and ditch cleaning between 7th and 8th Street and noting repeated water breaks at the library. New Business involved approving the Hanson and Lockhart variances and all listed liquor licenses. Additionally, the Commission approved Building Permit #5563 and authorized payment for outstanding bills.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. A resident discussed an issue concerning a specific type of water shut off valve. Key actions included approving an estimate of $97,825.00 for concrete joint sealing on 15th Avenue. The commission also addressed property matters by moving to take back a specific parcel of land as part of the city. New business involved approving a variance for Dulski/Lombardi, approving the 2026 budget following a budget hearing, and reviewing a new plat for land off 14th Avenue, requiring confirmation of street width and cul-de-sac measurements. Additionally, several building permits were approved, and outstanding bills were authorized for payment.

Key discussions included public comment regarding snow removal and property debris, leading to the decision to send a letter regarding the repeated issue. Department reports covered challenges for the Street Department in maintaining Main Street when contractors follow snow removal, and the Sanitation Department reported installing a new heater. Unfinished business involved the Citywide Street Project, where Change Order #9 for $20,087.32 related to geogrid cost reconciliation was approved, as well as Payment Application #13 for $41,859.49. For the Water Tower Project, the commission is awaiting an update on telemetry switchover. In new business, the Commission approved a $30,000, 0% interest loan to Clarence Booth via the Cavalier County JDA for the redevelopment of a former business location into a restaurant. Finally, the Commission approved the payment of outstanding bills.

Key discussions included department reports concerning street maintenance (dura patching and mowing), water and sewer valve repairs, sanitation activities including cardboard hauling and budget finalization, and the need to obtain a Health Department Permit. The Activity Center flooring bids were tabled for later consideration. Auditors reported on the levy requirement for Airport's Share of Specials as City Property, receipt of State Flexible Transportation Funds, and a thank you from CaNDak Cyclists. Unfinished business involved the Citywide Street Project where Payment #9 for $4,332,373.07 and Change Order #6 amounting to $33,565.00 were approved, and planning for future assessment hearings was established. Approvals were also granted for the Water Tower Project payment #3 of $257,985.00 and a new Police contract with a 3% annual increase for 2026-2028. New business addressed visibility concerns regarding the Super Pumper Sub and Pizza sign, and building permits #5548 through #5551 were approved. Finally, the commission approved the payment of outstanding bills.

Key discussions during the meeting included department reports covering street maintenance, fire department radio installation scheduling, sanitation concrete crushing progress, and activity center business. The Commission approved a request for reindeer display contingent upon post-event cleanup, and motions were passed regarding the transfer of a parcel of land to a resident for tree planting, contingent upon establishing a legal description. The Auditor reported on two housing incentive requests and the arrival dates for the auditors. New business involved approving financial actions for the CCJDA, including a loan conversion and a new 0% interest loan for the Osnabrock Community Living Center roof project. Additionally, the Commission approved the sole bid for city ditch cleaning, addressed the usability of the St. Alphonsus handicap area, and approved several building permits. A request for a yield sign installation was tabled.