VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – On March 25, 2020, Valley City Mayor Dave Carlsrud issued two emergency orders to take immediate effect on Thursday, March 26.
Both orders were issued pursuant to the COVID-19 state of emergency declared by the Mayor earlier this month, and are believed necessary to promote social distancing, discourage unnecessary travel, and limit exposure of Valley City residents to the COVID-19 virus. The orders will also assist local businesses that have been adversely impacted by the pandemic.
Under Emergency Order 2020-01, all transient/temporary merchant activity must cease for a period of 30 days. The general penalty established by Valley City Municipal Code for any violation of a city ordinance is a fine of up to $1,500 and/or up to 30 days in jail.
Under Emergency Order 2020-02, the holder of a Valley City alcoholic beverage license will be permitted to serve beer and wine by curbside or home delivery, subject to certain restrictions depending on the class of license. Licensees are encouraged to contact City Hall for clarification of their rights and responsibilities under the emergency order. All federal, state, and local laws pertaining to delivery of alcohol including but not limited to delivery to minors, server training, and age identification requirements, remain in effect.
All city commission meetings, planning meetings, and the annual tax equalization meeting, are scheduled to be held electronically unless and until the state of emergency has been lifted. These meetings will continue to be broadcast on BEK channel 26, CSI channel 68, and (KOVC 1490AM & 96.3FM & Newsdakota.com regular commission meeting only.) A public access phone line will be available and published in the near future. Requests to listen to the electronic meeting in the commission chambers should be made in advance by calling 701-845-1700. If you are preparing documents to present at any city meeting please call for instructions on how to submit electronically, or mail to PO Box 390, Valley City, North Dakota, 58072. There will also be a drop box at the north entrance of City Hall during regular business hours, 8:00AM – 5:00PM.
Individual and community efforts to help slow the spread of COVID-19 are greatly appreciated and the most effective tools in reducing local transmission. Continue to keep your distance, wash your hands, limit travel and maintain healthy business operations and work environments.