​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held September 14, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich. Also in attendance were Brian Bergantine and Chase Julson with AE2S, and Kaelan Akvik.
August Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
The new pumping station has been up and pumping successfully since September 4th. Chase gave an overview of Change Order #1, cutting down the wet well at grade, increasing the total project by $2,385. Oestreich motioned to accept Change Order #1, Bennes 2nd. All approved, motion carried. Chase indicated the station is fully operational, presenting the Certificate of Substantial Completion. Rhodenbaugh motioned to accept the Certificate of Substantial Completion, Brown 2nd. All approved, motion carried. PPE #1 was presented to the council by Chase. Rhodenbaugh motioned to approve the PPE #1 payment, Bennes 2nd. All approved, motion carried. Due to changes in the original project plans, the lift station loan amount will need to be increased to $458,935. Bennes motioned to approve the new loan amount, Rhodenbaugh 2nd. All approved, motion carried. Chase presented the PLC monitoring program to allow for alarm/notification monitoring for both the water plant and the lift station. The estimated $6,500 fees associated with this program will be paid directly out of the Water & Sewer account and will not be added to the total project loan.
Discussion was held regarding future upgrades to the Lagoon. Council agreed to monitor water and lagoon usage and discuss at a future meeting.
Vining provided an update on the purchase of the church property. All paperwork has been signed and payment will be made once all paperwork has been finalized by the lawyer.
Any future fireworks displays will be handled by the Walcott Fire Department. Bennes motioned to close the Fireworks account at Elm River Credit Union and surrender all funds to the Walcott Fire Dept, Rhodenbaugh 2nd. All approved, motion carried.
Now that work is complete on the new lift station, the road in front of the new lift station will be graveled.
Vining will be working to replace worn or missing road signs within town.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting October 5, 2020.
Oestreich motioned to adjourn, Bennes 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 64,528.55
OTPCO 400.27 & 26.01; Jen S 554.10; JDF 147.79; KNDPA 350; Glacier ENT 4554.64; Van Diest 1391.98; Twin Valley Tire 3890; Lies & Bullis 420; Richland Co 396.87; Daily News 60.03 & 60.03
WSG Balance 90,250.07
OTPCO 65.86 & 172.73; Brian B. 369.40 & 15; SEWU 1666.28; Dakota Hills 1087.25; Jetway 1402.50; Ferguson 37.09; Wahpeton Daily 10.44; City of Fargo 14; WM 1629.69 & 11.25; Bank of ND 16328.99; ND Sewage 2700

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held August 3, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich.
July Minutes were read and approved by Brown, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
After Vining contacted all write-in candidates, Derek Rhodenbaugh has accepted the vacant council position.
Discussion was held regarding the temporary sewer pump control panel. Vining will be contacting ND Sewage Pump regarding rental of the temporary pump.
Vining provided an update on the purchase of the church property. The attorney is currently working on the paperwork and will notify the council once it is ready for signatures.
Roads were graded and then dust treated 2 weeks ago. Mosquito spraying will continue as weather conditions allow.
Some new-style water meters have been purchased for residents in town. Karen from Ferguson provided a project estimate for replacing all meters with the new-style meters, allowing for remote-read capabilities. Vining will bring the estimate to the next meeting for council review.
Issues continue with the water pumping station. Sweeny’s has been out to fix recently, however the current setup is not working properly with any disruption of electricity to the pumping station. Further discussion will take place at future meetings.
Tires approved at the last meeting have been purchased and placed on the tractor.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting September 14, 2020.
Bennes motioned to adjourn, Rhodenbaugh 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 75,706.52
OTPCO 28.74 & 385.53; Jen S 554.10; JDF 147.79; Rustads 564; KNDPA 200; True North Steel 1,126.80; Daily News 52.20; Mike B 59.76; WM 3,882.95; TJM 5,890; Farmer’s Union 310; US Treasury 459; USPS 110; WFD 1,240
WSG Balance 107,449.99
CCE 25 & 25; OTPCO 72.90 & 194.51; Brian B. 369.40 & 43.86; SEWU 1498.07; AE2S 564.05 & 991.95; Ackerman Survey 1073; Sweeney 572.40; WM 1629.69 & 11.25; City of Fargo 14; ND Sewage Pump 4133.50; Ferguson 1238.55

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held July 6, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, and Oestreich. Also in attendance was Kaelan Akvik, Walcott Park Board President.
June Minutes were read and approved by Bennes, 2nd by Oestreich. All approved, motion carried.
Election results were discussed and Vining will be contacting the Write-In candidates for vacant seats. The council approved adding Kaelan Akvik, Park Board President, to both Walcott Park Board and the Walcott Fireworks checking accounts at Elm River Credit Union.
The sewer pumping station failed over the holiday weekend, flooding all electric panels. A temporary panel has been placed and the system is currently working until the New Master Lift Station project is complete.
Purchase of the church land for the Master Lift Station is moving forward and should be finalized soon.
Roads have been graveled and should be graded soon. Dust control should be completed soon after.
Vining received bids on the tractor tires for snow removal. 3702 for 4 tires or 3358 for newly developed 4 tires, both installed. Bennes motioned to accept the bid of 4 new tires for $3,702, 2nd by Oestreich. All approved, motion carried.
CCR report for 2019 is posted to the website and will be published in the newspaper.
Discussion was held regarding paying Mike Brown $45 plus cost of materials for putting up the new Community Board. Oestreich motioned, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting August 3, 2020.
Bennes motioned to adjourn, Brown 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 84,171.76
OTPCO 26.12 & 325.31; Jen S 554.10; Lee V 200; Brian B 150; Mike B 150; Derek R 150; Greg O 150; Farmer’s Union 1635; ND League of Cities 438; JDF 147.79
WSG Balance 111,172.67
OTPCO 78.23 & 183.14; Brian B. 369.40; SEWU 1790.87; WM 1629.69 & 11.25; City of Fargo 14; ND Sewage Pump 434.50; CCE 4; Glacier Ent 2800; Shortprinter 97.61

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held June 1, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich. Also in attendance was Jolene Harty.
May Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Oestreich. All approved, motion carried.
Jolene approached the board with an inquiry to have chickens in city limits. Required papers will be emailed and completed for board approval. Bennes motioned to approve the request, pending signatures from neighbors, 2nd by Rhodenbaugh. All approved, motion carried.
A letter was mailed to all city residents providing details about Clean-up Week June 6-7th.
Gravel & road treatment will be completed soon. KND Roads will again be grading streets in town.
Discussion was held regarding various projects regarding ditches and culverts. Vining will collect bids on the projects.
County will be fixing the 4th street culvert at their cost. Until repairs are made, a road block will remain in place.
Vining will get a quote for putting a different style of tires on the tractor for snow removal.
A building permit was issued to Kayla Moen for moving in a home on the northside of town.
There is currently no update regarding the purchase of church property.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting July 6, 2020.
Oestreich motioned to adjourn, Bennes 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 85,782.98
OTPCO 26.83 & 374.88;Jen S 554.10;Daily News 60.03;JDF 147.79;RDO 527.62; Bell State Bank; Lee Vining 900
WSG Balance 110,680.41
OTPCO 93.51 & 301.90Brian B. 369.40;SEWU 2635.19;WM 1629.58 & 11.25

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held May 4, 2020 at 7:30 pm via Zoom, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, as posted on the Fire Hall door.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich.
April Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Oestreich. All approved, motion carried.
The Church property has been surveyed and lot lines have been marked. Vining will mark where the new Master Lift Station project will need access before church approval.
A major water leak was located under Sortland’s property on 4th street. The water is currently shut off until it can be fixed. City will purchase a new curbstop and the resident I s responsible for repairs.
The county has placed a barrier on 4th street where a culvert appears to be caving in. No further information is available from the county.
Regular yearly maintenance has been performed on the city’s mowers, ready for summer activity.
Spring Clean-up is currently still on hold until further information can be obtained from Waste Management.
A building permit was issued for the construction of a new house on the empty Fowler lot. The City will take care of replacing the old curbstop.
Discussion was held regarding the two gravel bids received by the city. TJM bid $15.50/yd delivered, and Rustad’s bid at 16.25/yd by semi and 17.50/yd by dump truck. Bennes motioned to accept the bid made by TJM at $15.50/yard delivered, 2nd by Brown.  All approved, motion carried.
Brown volunteered to install the new city informational board near the Post Office.
Bennes motioned to designate the Wahpeton Daily News as Walcott’s official newspaper, 2nd by Oestreich. All approved, motion carried.
The 2021 City Budget was presented to the board and discussion was held. Motion by Rhodenbaugh to accept the proposed budget, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting June 1, 2020.
Oestreich motioned to adjourn, Rhodenbaugh 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 92,790.87
OTPCO 23.89 & 335.12;Jen S 554.10 & 9.50;Daily News 85.08 & 46.98;JDF 147.79;City of Fargo 14; Richland County 822; AE2S 1069.75; US Treasury 459;
WSG Balance 100,141.90
OTPCO 54.09 & 325.20;Brian B. 369.40;SEWU 1674.58;WM 1629.58 & 11.25;City of Fargo 14

​The Walcott City Council Tax Equalization Meeting was held April 9 at 7:00 pm via conference call as posted on the Walcott Fire Hall door.
In attendance were Mayor Vining, council members Brown, Bennes, Oestreich, and Rhodenbaugh. Also in attendance was Wendy Matejcek with the Assessor’s Office.
Wendy presented the Assessor’s Office Tax Equalization Hearing information. Notices were sent to residents whose property value increase was at least 10% and $3,000 of last year’s value.
Rhodenbaugh motioned to accept the tax assessment, Oestreich 2nd, all approved, motion carried.
Meeting was adjourned.

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held April 6, 2020 at 7:30 pm via Zoom, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, as posted on the Fire Hall door.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich.
March Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
Vining reported that internet is now available in the fire hall and can be used for City Council and Auditor duties.
Discussion was held regarding the purchase of the Church property. Size of property needed to be purchased is dependent on locating actual lot lines. Oestreich motioned to spend up to $12,000 to purchase the necessary land to proceed with the New Master Lift Station project, 2nd by Rhodenbaugh.  All approved, motion carried.
Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, Spring Clean-up will be moved to a later date and will be announced once determined.
Elections will be held Tuesday, June 9th. The Richland County Auditor’s Office announced there will be no physical location polling places open for the 2020 June Primary. Richland County will be mailing out further information regarding the voting process.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting May 4, 2020.
Oestreich motioned to adjourn, Bennes 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 89,569.65
OTPCO 337.63 & 32.09;Jen S 554.10 & 324.80;Daily News 46.98 & 41.76JDF 147.79
WSG Balance 104,220.00
OTPCO 318.23 & 54.25;Brian B. 369.40;CCE 25;SEWU 1939.04;WM 1629.58 & 11.25;City of Fargo 14

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held March 2, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich. Also in attendance were Brian Bergantine and Chase Julson with AE2S, and Arnold Jordheim.
February Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
Brian & Chase reviewed the bids received during the bidding process. Discussion was held. Bennes motioned to accept the New Master Lift Station bid from CC Steel, LLC for $384,500, 2nd by Rhodenbaugh. All approved, motion carried.
New website is now up and working, found at www.cityofwalcott.org.
Discussion held regarding possible new water meters.  
Tax Equalization Meeting will be held Thursday, April 9 at 7pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting April 6, 2020.
Bennes motioned to adjourn, Oestreich 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 83,947.86
OTPCO 398.14 & 37.40;Jen S 554.10;Elm River 214.72;RDO 984;JDF 147.79;CHS 1188.19;Glacier Ent 1310;USPS 110
WSG Balance 100,958.19
OTPCO 71.61 & 403.17;BJ S. 184.70;Brian B. 184.70;SEWU 1538.76;WM 1629.58 & 11.25; City of Fargo 14;Daily News 704.70;AE2S 7877.25;BND 254.55 & 1063.64

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held February 3, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, Rhodenbaugh, and Oestreich. Also in attendance were Arnold Jordheim and James Jehlik.
January Minutes were read and approved by Rhodenbaugh, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
James Jehlik approached the board about increasing his chicken flock from 6 to 12 birds. Rhodenbaugh motioned, 2nd by Bennes. All approved, motion carried.
BJ Selsteadt will be moving end of February. Brian Boyle will be taking over all water monitoring duties.
Bids are set to open February 5th for master lift station.
Due to weather, the next church meeting was rescheduled, therefore the discussion regarding the purchase of church land will be tabled for future discussion.
Glacier Ent will be hired to clear built up snow along city streets, allowing snow to be easily removed during the next snow event.
The city website is currently under construction, utilizing a new hosting platform.
Mayor Vining will follow up on an estimate for new meters for the city.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting March 2, 2020.
Bennes motioned to adjourn, Oestreich 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 77,429.80
OTPCO 29.87 & 341.02;Jen S 554.10 & 22.57;JDF 147.79;Daily News 52.20;Richland Co 2627.08;US Treasury 459;CHS 251.28;WSI 250;RDO 1229.62
WSG Balance 104,257.45
OTPCO 72.95 & 303.79;BJ S. 184.70;Brian B. 184.70;SEWU 1396.86;WM 11.25 & 1629.58; City of Fargo 14;CCE 25

​The Walcott City Council Meeting was held January 6, 2020 at 7:30 pm at the Walcott Fire Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Vining and council members Bennes, Brown, and Oestreich. Also in attendance were Brian Bergantine and Chase Julson with AE2S.
December Minutes were read and approved by Bennes, 2nd by Brown. All approved, motion carried.
Chase and Brian discussed the bid process for the New Master Lift Station. Oestreich motioned to have advertising of bids begin January 12th, with bids to officially open on February 5th, Bennes 2nd. All approved, motion carried.
Vining will contact current water monitoring employees about future water monitoring duties.
City snow removal continues on city-monitored roads. With the volume of snow already received, future snow instances will make snow removal more difficult and may require additional hired help.
Discussion was held regarding the purchase of land from Walcott Lutheran Church. Further discussion will be held after the next church meeting.
Council discussed designation of depositories of public funds. Bennes motioned to continue using Elm River Credit Union, Brown 2nd. All approved, motion carried.
Elections – up for election is Vining, Oestreich, & Brown. Deadline is April 6.
Recycling schedule will be added to website and hung in post office.
Water bills were discussed.
Next Meeting February 3, 2020.
Rhodenbaugh motioned to adjourn, Brown 2nd. All Approved, motion carried.
General Fund Balance 66,698.83
OTPCO 24.01 & 354.56;Jen S 554.10;JDF 147.79;Daily News 49.59;Kylie Vining 520;Glacier Ent 310.50;ND Rural Water Assoc 245
WSG Balance 101,280.13
OTPCO 78.03 & 173.91;BJ S. 184.70;Brian B. 184.70;SEWU 1058.49;WM 11.25 & 1597.75; City of Fargo 62;CCE 25 & 25;ND Sewage 300