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“Where Kindness is a Way of Life”

New Lagoon Project Underway

SAVE THE DATE!

Kindred

Community Days

July 30-31 & August 1

Be sure to follow “Kindred Community Club” on Facebook for event updates and to learn how you can get involved!

Kindred Community Club is 100% volunteer-run and relies on support from the

community. Please consider donating your time or make a monetary donation so the Annual Kindred Community Days can continue to happen.

PLANNING IS UNDERWAY!

CITY CALENDAR

February 3

7:00 PM City Council Meeting

February 15

City Utility Bills Due

February 17

6:30 PM Planning & Zoning

March 3

March 15

March 17

April 7

April 15

April 21

The city of Kindred has received a $4.2 million grant from the United States Army Corps of Engineers and

$420,000 from the ND Department of Health in loan forgiveness toward improving the city’s wastewater system.

For the past several years, Kindred’s wastewater stabilization pond frequently has been operating at and beyond capacity, needing emergency manual discharges, and it has also been leaking – both of which are of high environmental concern that needs to be addressed.

The current lagoon that sits south of the city near the Sheyenne River was constructed around 1970 when Kindred’s population was

approximately 495. (Kindred’s current estimated population is 864.) There have been no improvements to the system to increase capacity. City Council President Adam

Spelhaug noted “this project needed to happen with or without the recent growth the city has experienced in the last 10 years. The current lagoon had issues beyond a diminished capacity, so building a new lagoon was needed, but now the new lagoon will be able to fit the growth of the city.”

In 2014, Moore Engineering completed a comprehensive wastewater collection and treatment study to understand what the actual wastewater treatment needs were, and to plan for future growth. It was determined the current lagoon’s capacity was not suitable at

that time. The new lagoon system will have adequate capacity to be operated without the need for emergency discharges. This will ensure that all wastewater will be properly treated before being discharged into natural waterways.

In the past, the City Council had discussed both expansion of the

current lagoon, as well as the potential to move the lagoon out of town. It was determined in 2020 that expansion at the current lagoon was not feasible. After securing substantial funding, the decision was made to relocate out of town. The city has already finalized the purchase of 40 acres of land two miles west of town on 53rd_{St SE.} Brandon Oye, a Senior Project

Manager with Moore Engineering and Kindred’s City Engineer, says the project is currently nearing the

completion of the study phase and will next move into the design phase. As land has already been purchased, Moore Engineering is currently working with property owners to secure easements for installing the force main from the city to the new lagoon.

Construction will start in early summer with a planned completion date for the end of 2021. Some work will continue into 2022, such as decommissioning the old lagoon and making sure all disturbed areas are receiving adequate turf establishment.

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LAGOON continued from page 1

Construction will be the final stage of the project. As with all major

construction projects, residents can expect a few road closures and large equipment present this summer. There will be a major rehabilitation of the main lift station on the east side of 3rd Avenue between Elm and Linden, including replacing the sewer main and street along that block. New force mains will be installed to and from this main lift on 3rd_{Avenue connecting} other lift stations in town as well as going out to the new lagoon west of town.

“Projects like these are not very glamorous, but none-the-less are extremely important to complete. Kindred will not have to worry about their wastewater needs for many years to come after this project is done,” says Brandon Oye. “These major

infrastructure improvements are not just for you, but are an investment for your children and their children as they continue to be part of the community in the future and make it a great place to live.”

New Lagoon Project Underway, continued...

City of Kindred Winter Update

from Mayor Jason DuBord

Shop Local by Going Global

In recent years, you may have heard the slogan “Shop Local.” The goal of this movement is to support local business and to keep tax revenue within your own

communities. Beginning over the last year, this effort has taken on a whole new meaning as sales tax revenue is now being charged to all online sales. The game changer here

is that online sales tax is sent to the city/town of the delivery address. This means our business district just got

a whole lot bigger. Now, Kindred virtually has a Walmart, Target, Lululemon, Amazon, eBay, and a Scheels. If it ships to your city of Kindred address, Kindred benefits by

receiving the sales tax. It’s that simple! So, as always, please

Shop Local in the physical sense and now Shop Local

virtually. Kindred’s growth and reinvestment into our community is greatly appreciated!

“Kindred is a vibrant community with a growing

population, but that growth also creates a need for

enhancing the city’s infrastructure.”

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Adam Spelhaug was

born and raised in rural Kindred. He returned to Kindred after college and lives here with his wife, Nicole, and their four children, Ava, Grant, Izaak, and Sydney. Adam has been employed in the agricultural sector for decades, and is currently employed as a Regional Account Manager for GDM Seeds, a soybean genetics supplier. He also farms part-time southwest of Kindred. Locally, Adam is a member of the Advisory Committee for the Kindred High School Ag Department. He has also coached FM Athletics Football and taught Sunday School.

Adam joined the City Council in 2013 and currently serves as President. Adam’s current city responsibilities consists of managing the portfolio for water, sewer and garbage, public works, and safety. He coordinates with Public Works on water, sewer, storm sewers,

culverts, and lagoon related repairs, maintenance and issues.

He helps monitor repairs and maintenance needs for the reservoir, tower, lift stations, garbage, recycling, and public supply lines. He helps ensure the safety of all city employees is

maintained and works closely with Public Works on ensuring certifications, compliance, and regulations are followed and met. He also serves as liaison to the city engineer.

What do you most enjoy about serving the City of Kindred?

“I have been on council since 2013 and have been a part of some big changes in the city. As a 4th generation Kindred resident, this city and the surrounding area mean a lot to me and I want to see it prosper and be a community people are proud to call home.”

What are some current projects the City is working on that you are involved with?

“I have worked mostly with the infrastructure needs of Kindred. I was

part of updating the pool and water tower. The new lagoon has been my pet project that I've worked on to get federal money to lessen the tax burden for residents. Receiving the $4.2 million grant from the USACE was a big deal for Kindred.”

What are some of your goals for the City of Kindred?

“I like the growth we've had in the

community, but I want it to feel the same as it always has. I am pretty financially conservative (cheap Norwegian) so trying to reduce the burden to our taxpayers as best we can as we grow the city has been important to me.”

Any other comments to include?

“Please reach out to us as council members if you have any requests or questions about the city. Sometimes I think we don't hear enough.”

City Spotlight

Building Permits and Fence Permits

As the weather starts to heat up and

home owners plan spring projects, here are some helpful reminders about the permitting process.

Why does the City of Kindred require permits?

The City of Kindred helps ensure construction of safe buildings and protects community character through building code regulations and zoning laws. The Building Inspection Division administers these laws through permits and inspections.

What type of projects do I need a permit for?

Building Permits are required for new construction or remodel of commercial or residential properties, room

additions, decks, porches, finished basements, masonry fireplaces, interior modifications, window replacement of different size, structural renovations or

repair, demolition work, chicken coops, or accessory structures over 120 sq. ft., such as sheds.

You DO NOT need a permit to paint a house (interior or exterior), replace shingles, re-siding, hang wallpaper, replace cabinets or similar finish work, install concrete sidewalks and patios on your property, or insulate an existing building where no structural changes are made.

*Please note—even though a building permit may not be required there may be zoning requirements that apply to your project.

Do I need a permit for a fence?

Yes. A Fence Permit is required for installing any fence on your property.

How do I apply for and obtain a permit?

For Building Permits, contact Mike Blevins at Midwest Inspection Services, Mapleton. For Fence Permits, contact Kindred City Hall.

What is the cost of the permit?

Building permit charges are based upon the value of the project.

For more information about permits, or for questions specific to your building project, please contact Mike Blevins at Midwest Inspection Services (701-532-1078), Kindred City Hall, or go to the Building Permits and Zoning

Information page at cityofkindrednd.com.

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At the November 2020 City Council meeting, council members reviewed and approved the final ordinance to regulate chickens within city limits—Chapter 11-01: Chickens, Domestic Fowl, Farm Animals, and Vicious Animals.

Some of the main points included in the ordinance for residents interested in maintaining their own brood are the following:

• Residents can have up to eight female

chickens/pheasants (roosters are not allowed). Breeding and slaughter of chickens is prohibited.

• Chickens/birds should be maintained to residents’ property and are not allowed to run at large.

• Chickens should be registered with the city of Kindred. • Chickens must be maintained in a coop in the backyard

and not in any attached structures.

• To register your birds and coop, a permit is required. For more information and to access the ordinance in its entirety, go to the city’s website. Residents can also obtain the building permit/chicken

registration form on the website.

The City has updated the Pet License form for 2021. The new form can be found on page five of this newsletter or on the City’s website, cityofkindrednd.com

Registering your pet with the City helps to identify lost pets or report an accurate description of a missing pet. Residents can submit the $5.00 fee, Pet License form, and proof of rabies vaccination by mail, drop off, or email.

Renaissance Development

The Renaissance Zone Development Plan has been officially approved by the North Dakota Department of Commerce. Stay tuned for more information!

Chicken/Domestic Fowl

Ordinance Finalized

2021 Pet License Forms Available

Committee Openings

Are you interested in becoming more

involved in the City of Kindred? The City

is always looking for interested

individuals to serve on various

committees and currently has openings

on the Renaissance Zone and Special

Assessment Committees. Other

committees, including the Forestry

Board and Planning & Zoning, may have

openings in the future. If any of these

are of interest, please contact City Hall.

Each spring the North Dakota League of Cities sponsors a statewide "If I Were Mayor" essay contest for third and seventh grade students. The “If I Were Mayor” contest encourages young people to think about public service and future community leadership.

The contest is open to any third and seventh grade student living in North Dakota. Students may submit essays on their own or through their classroom teacher. Submission

requirements can be found at www.ndlc.org/essay.

The essay winners are announced during City Government Week which is held in April each year. The essay winners receive a $150 prize from the League and the winning essays are published in the League’s magazine, CITYScan.

We want to help you! The Kindred Area Food Pantry is available for those who are in need of food or household supplies. The pantry is housed in Kindred Lutheran Church located at 391 Spruce Street. Anyone can stop by during office hours (Monday—Thursday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm) or call the office to make an appointment (428-3630). More information can be found online at

https://www.kindredlutheran.com/food-pantry/.

Kindred Area Food Pantry

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City of Kindred – Pet License Form

Ordinance Chapter 11-02 Dogs and Cats

Owner’s Name: Phone:

Address: Email:

Name of Animal 1: For Office Use Only:

License tag #: Name of Animal 2:

For Office Use Only: License tag #:

Species:

Cat or Dog

Breed: Color/Markings: Species:

Cat or Dog Breed: Color/Markings: Gender: M or F Spayed/Neutered: Y or N

Approx. Age: Gender:

M or F

Spayed/Neutered:

Y or N

Approx. Age:

License tag #: Name of Animal 4:

For Office Use Only: License tag #:

Species:

Cat or Dog

Breed: Color/Markings: Species:

Cat or Dog Breed: Color/Markings: Gender: M or F Spayed/Neutered: Y or N

Approx. Age: Gender:

M or F

Spayed/Neutered:

Y or N

Approx. Age:

License tag #: • Any cat/dog age 6 months or better, must be licensed. _{• Proof of rabies vaccine is required.}

• A maximum of 5 cats/dogs are allowed per household. • Breeding is prohibited.

• Licenses expire at the end of the calendar year. • Pets are not allowed to run at large.

• Clean up of animal waste is required. Species: Cat or Dog Breed: Color/Markings: Gender: M or F Spayed/Neutered: Y or N Approx. Age: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

For Office Use Only:

# of animals: Quantity__________ x $5.00 (per animal) = ______________ Payment: Cash Check Receipt #: ___________

Received by: _________ Date: _______________

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We will keep you notified on utility service restrictions, garbage/recycling delays, street cleaning, and other updates.

Email us at

cityofkindred@msn.com

with “Email List” in the subject line to register. Visit our website at

www.cityofkindrednd.com

for all things city-related.

Recent Happenings

The Kindred Park Board hosted the community’s annual Santa Days this year. We had an overwhelming turnout! Santa and Mrs. Claus were excited to see all the families come out and gather at the Memorial Building. They are already planning their next year’s trip and shared they might have new ideas and activities for everyone if the boys and girls of Kindred remain so kind and caring.

If you haven’t gotten a chance to swing by Gilbertson Park to check out the new and improved ice rink, what are you waiting for? The surface is larger and our city crew, Rich Schock and Shelton Troness, along with Mark Kuznia have been working hard to keep it in tip-top shape for skaters this winter. With the warmer temperatures the rink has experienced a lot of thaw and freeze. The team is doing a great job of making sure the surface remains skatable and safe for all skaters.

Upcoming Projects

This fall we were graciously gifted a Kindred Area Community Foundation grant. Funds from the grant will go toward purchasing the necessary equipment for us to host Movie Nights this summer at different locations throughout our community.The free events are perfect for all ages, are sure to be a good time, and will provide our community members an opportunity to bond with family in beautiful natural settings of our outdoor areas. It is our hope that these events will create memorable experiences for everyone from grandparents to toddlers by providing them with a convenient, local, fun and safe night out. Be on the lookout on our Facebook page for dates and times and movie titles coming this summer!

The Park Board was also gifted monetary funds from America Crystal Sugar to purchase materials and supplies for a Little Free Garden. The goal of the Little Free Garden project is to foster communities committed to growing, sharing, and cultivating food in small gardens, placed in public spaces. The produce grown will feed anyone who wants or needs it in our community. It is our hope that our community members will come together to build and create the gardens, cultivate the produce, and share in the growth. We are excited for the opportunity to build community, get to know new neighbors, and reconnect with old ones. The shared experience of creating something within our community for all to enjoy excites us and supports the mission of the Kindred Parks and Recreation team. If you have a green thumb and would like to participate in the planning and planting of the garden boxes this summer, please reach out to Mike at kindredparkboard@gmail.com.

Employment Opportunities

We are looking for employees to support Parks and Recreation planning. We have openings for lifeguards, water safety instructors, and softball officials. There are also opportunities for parents to volunteer to coach both t-ball and softball this summer. If you or someone you know is interested in working with our team or volunteering your time to support your player(s), check out our website for more details.

Mike Brown

Director of Kindred Parks and Recreation

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City Utility Tips

Is your garbage or

recycling tote missing

or damaged? Call

Waste Management

at 701-277-0714.

To request

addi-tional totes or to

pick up unneeded

totes, contact City

Hall at 428-3115.

FYI

Waste Management

has purchased

Fraedrich Transport.

Vacant City lots

will no longer be

used for snow

storage.

Please help our

mail delivery

driv-ers by cleaning the

snow away from

your mailboxes.

(...just don’t

shovel your

snow onto city

streets

please.)

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Kindred Public Library

A huge thank you from the Kindred Public Library for your amazing community support during our “I’ll be Gnome for Christmas” virtual celebration. Your participation made this a fun and memorable 2020 event!

2021 winter events at the Library include the “Wonderful WINTER Stories” reading challenge through March 15. “Breakfast with a Book” discussion meets the second Saturday of each month. “Saturday Storytime” meets the third Sat-urday of the month. The Library’s Facebook page or website provide event updates and details.

Friends of the Kindred Public Library plan these fun and fundraising events; additional

members from KPLs coverage area are always appreciated! The Library’s Board of Trustees is the governing organization made of Kindred city residents. If you are interested in serving

as a Board Member or a volunteer, we encourage you to contact the Library.

Contact the Library for additional information. Phone 701-428-3456, email kindredpublicli-brary@gmail.com, visit the Facebook page and/or website (www.kindredndlibrary.org).