Dunn County public meetings in 2025

County Commission 12 17 25

The Board of County Commissioners will open bids for paving projects and receive updates on the Courthouse and Public Safety Center. The meeting includes discussions on land modifiers, utility permits, and department head appointments.

• Bid opening for CP-13(23)02 paving at 10th St. NW, 113th Ave. NW, and 7th St. NW
• Update on Courthouse and Public Safety Center from JLG & JE Dunn
• Proposal to rescind burn ban by Emergency Manager
• Section Line Approval request from Chord Energy
• Discussion on Killdeer Area Ambulance manning QRU

The commission approved a $22.5 million budget for a new Public Safety Center and Courthouse renovations. They also approved several road project payments and general fund transfers. A 2021 Ford Interceptor was donated to the Killdeer Area Ambulance.

• Approved $22.5 million for Public Safety Center and Courthouse project (4-1)
• Approved $248,472.69 payment to Martin Construction for 99" Ave. SW (5-0)
• Approved $39,292.37 payment to Baranko Brothers for 7" St., 113" Ave. & 10" St. project (5-0)
• Approved General Fund transfers including $20M to Capital Projects and $20M to Road and Bridge (5-0)
• Approved appointment of 11 department heads (5-0)
• Approved transfer of 2021 Ford Interceptor to Killdeer Area Ambulance (5-0)
• Approved JDA board appointments for Tom Steffan, Kayden Pavlicek, JoAnn Marsh, Cliff Ferebee, Shasta Blackford, and Daphne Hecker (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit #10-2025 for Dahl Homestead Major Subdivision Phase 2 (5-0)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved the financial report and authorized payments for boiler repair, legal services, GPS maintenance, and taxiway design. Members discussed the progress of a land purchase for a runway extension and the design process for a 2026 taxi lane project.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $2,082.14 payment to Jones Heating and Refrigeration for boiler repair (All Aye)
• Approved $4,910.00 payment to The Title Team for land purchase abstract (All Aye)
• Approved $18,924.00 payment to Bolton and Menk for Taxiway Design (All Aye)
• Approved $1,696.90 payment to Mackoff Kellog Law Firm for legal services (All Aye)
• Approved $16,000 payment to Houghes Aerospace for GPS approach maintenance (All Aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority provided a treasurer's report detailing expenditures and deposits for November. The report includes balances for checking and CD accounts, as well as fuel sales and regional pricing comparisons.

• Payment of $4,980.00 to Bolton & Menk for Taxiway Extension Design
• Total payments of $12,021.76 and total deposits of $5,326.56
• Ending checking balance of $1,251,376.95
• CD balance of $1,039,836.98
• Attorney fees paid to MacKoff Kellog totaling $2,221.90

County Commission 12 03 25

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss new business including utility permits and tax levies. The session includes reports from the Engineers & Road Department and the Dunn County Round Up Food Pantry.

• Extension Agents Stipends for 2026
• Approval of Polling Locations
• Beer & Liquor License Approval
• Recap of Levies for 2025 Tax Year
• Sale of 2015 and 2016 Side by Side vehicles at auction

The Commission approved a $6,000 annual salary increase for the auditor and a $10,000 donation to the Dunn County Roundup Food Pantry. Other actions included approving 2026 polling locations, liquor licenses, and various road project payments.

• Approved $6,000 annual increase for auditor wages (3-1)
• Approved $10,000 donation to Dunn County Roundup Food Pantry (4-0)
• Approved $337,356.30 payment to Baranko Brothers for road project (4-0)
• Approved $840 payment to Dakota Motors for vehicle value difference (3-1)
• Approved 2026 polling locations at Manning Courthouse, Halliday City Hall, Twin Buttes Elder Center, and St. Anthony's Church (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Beer and Liquor Licenses for Western Choice, Catholic Workman’s Hall, Cowboy Station, and The Rooster (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Extension Agent stipends (4-0)
• Suspended 99th Ave. SW project until spring (4-0)

County Commission 11 19 25

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review reports from the Road Department and Engineer. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the purchase of the Lake ILO Park Area.

• Lake ILO Park Area purchase discussion
• Road Department & Engineer’s Report
• Utility Permits
• Special Events Permit
• Approval of vouchers for payment

The Commission approved the purchase of 13.2 acres at Lake Ilo and authorized several road project payments totaling over $800,000. The board also approved a $27,568.80 Back the Blue Grant and established holiday pay for employees.

• Approved purchase of 13.2 acres at Lake Ilo (All aye)
• Approved Back the Blue Grant of $27,568.80 (All favor)
• Approved $307,372.12 payment to Martin Construction for 99" Ave. SW (All aye)
• Approved $380,817.88 payment to Baranko Brothers for 7" St., 113" Ave. & 10" St. (All aye)
• Approved $25,000.00 payment to CSI for 119" Ave. SW (All aye)
• Approved $49,080.03 payment to Bechtold Paving for 98" Ave. & 5" St. SW (All aye)
• Approved $32,758.37 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105" Ave. SW (All aye)
• Approved Special Events Permit for the Buckskin at the Rodeo Grounds for Nov 22, 2025

Airport Authority 11 10

The board approved the October 13th meeting minutes and the current financial report. Two payments were authorized for professional services. Members discussed runway expansion land purchase, taxiway design, wind cone location, and a telecom tower application.

• Approved October 13th meeting minutes (MCU)
• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $4,980.00 payment to Bolton and Menk for Taxiway Design (All aye)
• Approved $1,696.90 payment to Mackoff Kellog Law Firm for legal services (All aye)

Airport Authority 11 10

The Airport Authority is reviewing the Treasurer's Report for October 2025. The report details expenditures, deposits, and current fuel pricing compared to surrounding areas.

• Payment of $9,960.00 to Bolton & Menk for Taxiway Extension Design
• Payment of $18,275.01 to Benz Oil for Avgas
• Payment of $750.00 to Optimal Grade Plumbing for Booster Pump Replacement
• Total October payments of $33,724.56
• Total October deposits of $7,088.77

County Commission 11 05 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review policy changes and conditional use permits. The meeting includes discussions on utility permits, gaming permits, and funding for general and road departments.

• Pay increase for 2025 employees and part-time staff
• Mills for General and Road Departments
• JPA for McKenzie Bay Road with Broz Engineering
• Second reading of policy changes
• Conditional Use Permits (CUPs) review

The commission approved several road construction pay estimates and a joint project agreement with McKenzie County. It also established a six-month moratorium on Wind Tower Energy to allow for planning research and appointed a new member to the Mountain View Shooting Complex Board.

• Approved $128,461.90 payment to Schwartz Construction for 27th St. SW
• Approved $6011.38 payment to Baranko Brothers for 22nd St. SW & 119th Ave. SW
• Approved $88,054.53 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW
• Approved $623,164.21 payment to Bechtold Paving for 98th Ave. & 4th St. SW
• Approved $147,768.01 payment to Northern Improvement for Pinewood Meadows Subdivision
• Approved $436,665.19 payment to Baranko Brothers for 7th St., 113th Ave. & 10th St.
• Approved $78,847.88 payment to Winn Construction for 3T St. SW
• Approved six-month moratorium on Wind Tower Energy

County Commission 10 15 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review reports from the Road Department and Gladstone Fire. The meeting includes a bid opening for 99th Ave. SW and a first reading of a policy review.

• Bartlett & West Bid Opening for 99th Ave. SW
• HR Director Policy Review 1st Reading
• CUPs approval request from Sandy Rohde
• Mutual Release of Claims for Danzeisen
• SWMCCC Capital Projects report from Dolezal

The commission awarded a construction contract for 99th Ave to Martin Construction and approved multiple pay estimates for various road projects. The board also approved a mutual release of claims for the Danzeisen matter and a conditional use permit for a communication tower.

• Awarded 99th Ave bid to Martin Construction for $716,348.15 (All aye)
• Approved $999,503.44 payment to Winn Construction for 3T Ave SW (All aye)
• Approved $450,460.96 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave (All aye)
• Approved $343,234.62 payment to Northern Improvement for Pinewood Meadows (All aye)
• Approved $155,126.81 payment to Schwartz Construction for 27th St SW (All aye)
• Approved signing Mutual Release of All Claims for Danzeisen matter (All aye)
• Approved conditional use permit for 250-foot Allo Towers communication tower (All aye)
• Approved pledging mills for SWMCCC loan for Correctional Facility work (All aye)

Housing Authority

The Board approved the Housing Incentive Buyback Program & Agreement with changes. They also accepted the 3rd Quarter 2025 Manager's Report and approved outstanding bills. Discussions were held regarding unit name changes and snow removal.

• Approved Housing Incentive Buyback Program & Agreement with changes (All aye)
• Approved July 31, 2025 and September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (All aye)
• Accepted 3rd Quarter 2025 Manager’s Quarterly Report (All aye)
• Approved bills (All aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved a purchase agreement for land adjacent to the airport contingent on a clear title. It also entered into a training agreement with Eagle Point Aviation and the NDAC. Additionally, the board authorized a local flying club to use a box hangar rent-free for one year.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $9,960.00 payment to Bolton and Menk for Taxiway Design (All Aye)
• Approved $18,275.01 payment to Benz Oil for AvGas (All Aye)
• Approved purchase agreement for property adjacent to airport contingent on clear title (MCU)
• Approved agreement between Eagle Point Aviation, Dunn County Airport, and NDAC (MCU)
• Approved rent-free use of box hangar number 5 for one year for the flying club (MCU)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Dunn County Airport Authority reviewed its September 2025 financial report, showing $104,518.87 in payments and $9,900.38 in deposits, with an ending balance of $1,284,707.94. The report includes expenses such as engineering fees, salaries, and fuel purchases, as well as fuel sales revenue from Multi Service.

• $9,960.00 payment to Bolton & Menk for Taxiway Engineering (5% complete)
• $89,243.35 final payment to Tooz Construction
• $2,000.00 salary payment to Gregg Synnes
• $1,677.68 fuel sales revenue from Multi Service on 9/30
• $2,045.54 interest deposit from Bravera

County Commission Special 10 07 25

The commission entered an executive session to discuss the Danzeisen matter. No substantive decisions were recorded in the public minutes.

County Commission 10 01 25

The commission approved the final county budget and allocated funds for the Water Resource Board, Assistant State’s Attorney, and a siren contract. The board also voted to maintain the current pay scale without COLA increases while granting specific hourly raises to employees. Multiple road project payments and a law enforcement overtime contract were also approved.

• Approved final budget (all aye)
• Approved $50,000 for Water Resource Board, $96,000 for Assistant State’s Attorney, and $9,525 for Siren contract (all aye)
• Approved $1.50/hr raise for full-time and $0.75/hr for part-time/new full-time employees (4-1)
• Approved maintaining current pay scale without COLA increases (all aye)
• Approved $14,950 statewide law enforcement overtime participation contract (all aye)
• Approved payments to Schwartz Construction for 27th St. SW ($322,174.16) and 14th St. SW ($11,560.52 and $553,679.55) (all aye)
• Approved various road project payments to Baranko Brothers, Bechtold Paving, Jensen Brothers, Northern Improvement, and Winn Construction (all aye)
• Approved out-of-state travel for 4 employees and 2 commissioners to a road conference in Sioux Falls, SD (all aye)

County Commission 09 17 25

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss new business including utility permits and an MOU with the Secretary of State’s Office. The agenda also includes reports from the Road Department and Engineer.

• Utility Permits
• MOU with Secretary of State’s Office
• US Dept. of Interior Cooperating Agency
• Opioids Participation
• Approval of vouchers for payment

The Board approved a flat cost-of-living adjustment for employees and authorized several road project payments. Other key actions included approving a siren system upgrade and a cost-sharing agreement for the Mountain View Shooting Range.

• Approved $4,000 flat COLA increase for full-time employees (3-2)
• Approved $162,000 siren system upgrade and addition of two new sirens
• Approved 50/50 cost-split with City of Killdeer for Mountain View Shooting Range completion
• Approved $373,439.29 payment to Schwartz Construction for 27th St. SW
• Approved $125,892.32 payment to Baranko Brothers for 22nd St. SW & 119th Ave. SW
• Approved $184,665.60 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW
• Approved $54,514.85 payment to Bechtold Paving for 98th Ave. & 4th St. SW
• Approved $50,080.99 payment to Jensen Brothers for 97th Ave. SW

Housing Authority

The Dunn County Housing Authority will meet to review the Builders Assistance Program and the associated grading sheet.

• Review of Builders Assistance Program and Grading Sheet

County Commission Special 09 12 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review a single agenda item. The board will consider a special events permit for Dunn Center Pub & Grub.

• Special Events Permit for Dunn Center Pub & Grub

The County Commission approved a special event permit for DC Pub & Grub to hold a wedding reception and dance. The event is scheduled for September 13, 2025, at the Killdeer Rodeo Grounds.

• Approved Special Event Permit for DC Pub & Grub (All in favor)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved the financial report and authorized two payments for airport infrastructure. Members discussed land acquisition for runway expansion and reviewed the Airport Layout Plan.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $9,960.00 payment to Bolton and Menk for Taxiway Design (All aye)
• Approved $89,243.35 payment to Tooz Construction for row hangar project (All aye)
• Approved August 11th meeting minutes (MCU)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority is reviewing the Treasurer's Report for the period ending September 6, 2025. The report details monthly expenditures, deposits, and current fuel pricing compared to surrounding airports.

• C2 Land Purchase payment of $8,815.00
• Land Negotiations payment to Al Wehrman of $921.61
• Fly-In Insurance payment of $1,595.00
• Total payments of $15,995.35
• Total deposits of $6,619.54

County Commission 09 03 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review updates on the Courthouse and PSC project and a proposal for a computer replacement cycle. The meeting includes reports from the Road Department and discussions on merit increases and open meeting laws.

• Update on Courthouse & PSC project
• Computer Replacement Cycle Proposal from IT Coordinator Mike Miller
• Manning Waterworks easements
• Election Precinct Splits
• Support Care Shelter Letter of Support

The Commission approved significant funding for the Dunn County Historical Society and the Cowboy Hall of Fame. The board also authorized several road project payments and adopted a new employee merit plan.

• Approved $1.1 million for Dunn County Historical Society buildings and upgrades (3-2)
• Approved $250,000 donation to the Cowboy Hall of Fame (5-0)
• Adopted new employee merit plan to adjust pay increase percentages (3-2)
• Approved $286,029.60 payment to Schwartz Construction for 27th St. SW (5-0)
• Approved $165,850.19 payment to Baranko Brothers for 22nd St. SW & 119th Ave. SW (5-0)
• Approved $117,676.33 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW (5-0)
• Approved $102,910.62 payment to Jensen Brothers for 97th Ave. SW (5-0)
• Approved $35,879.23 payment to Winn Construction for project CP-13(25)07 (5-0)

County Commission 08 20 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review reports from the Road Department and Engineer. The meeting includes discussions on employee pay scales and a presentation on section line improvements.

• HR Director Calihou presentation on PayScale
• Roger Kadrmas presentation on Section Line Improvement
• Debi Biffert proposal regarding limitation of time on Public Comments
• Utility Permits and Special Events Permits
• Approval of vouchers for payment

The commission approved several pay estimates for road construction projects and a special event permit for a wedding. The board also approved a $1,000 sponsorship for a natural resource conference and authorized various general fund and road vouchers.

• Approved $160,245.68 payment to Schwartz Construction for 27th St. SW (all aye)
• Approved $93,647.00 payment to Baranko Brothers for 22nd St. SW & 119th Ave. SW (all aye)
• Approved $216,141.45 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW (all aye)
• Approved $91,452.86 payment to Jensen Brothers for 97th Ave. SW (all aye)
• Approved special event permit for wedding at Killdeer Rodeo Grounds on September 20 (all aye)
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Natural Resource Stewardship Conference (all aye)
• Approved general fund and road vouchers as presented (all aye)
• Tabled decisions on county pay scale and Cowboy Hall of Fame support (all aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved a contract for the design of a partial parallel taxiway and taxilanes and authorized the purchase of 4.31 acres of land. The board also approved the financial report and a payment for event insurance.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $1,595.00 payment to Farmers Union Insurance for Fly-In event coverage (All Aye)
• Approved purchase of 4.31 acres from C-2 Construction for $8,785.00 (All Aye)
• Approved $199,200.00 contract for Bolton & Menk to design Partial Parallel Taxiway and Taxilanes (All Aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority is reviewing the Treasurer's Report for July 2025. The report details expenditures, deposits, and current fuel pricing compared to surrounding airports.

• Farmer's Union Insurance payment of $12,886.00 for 2025 Fire/Tornado Policy
• John Deere tractor lease payment of $5,625.00
• Dunn County Mil Payment deposit of $45,382.18
• Total payments of $27,396.47 and total deposits of $57,404.39
• Ending checking balance of $1,388,702.24 and CD balance of $1,022,267.98

County Commission 08 06 25

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve the preliminary county budget and open bids for 3T Ave. SW. The agenda includes discussions on utility permits and a joint shooting range agreement between the City of Killdeer and the county.

• Preliminary County Budget Approval
• Northern Plains Bid Opening for 3T Ave. SW
• JPA City of Killdeer/County Shooting Range
• County Auction Approval
• Utility Permits

The Commission approved several road project payments and awarded a contract for 3T Ave. to Winn Construction. The board also approved a $2 million donation to the City of Halliday and a $10,000 grant for the Dunn County Roundup. The preliminary 2026 budget was approved with amendments.

• Awarded 3T Ave. project (CP-13(25)07) to Winn Construction for $1,580,584.97
• Approved $2,000,000 donation to City of Halliday for Wolverine Den improvements
• Approved preliminary 2026 budget with amended changes
• Approved $10,000 grant for Dunn County Roundup public garden (4-1)
• Approved $629,250.00 utility agreement with McKenzie Electric
• Approved JPA with City of Killdeer for new Shooting/Trap Range
• Approved pay estimates: Schwartz Construction ($267,517.78 and $77,353.02), Jensen Brothers ($986,017.34), and Baranko Brothers ($18,249.74)
• Approved Dunn County Road Days Open House for August 14 (4-1)

Housing Authority

The Dunn County Housing Authority will meet to review minutes from three previous meetings and a quarterly report from managers. The body will also discuss a draft agreement and attorney findings regarding the Housing Incentive Buyback Program.

• Housing Incentive Buyback Program draft agreement and attorney findings
• Dunn County Housing Authority Managers Quarterly Report
• Approval of April 16th, May 21st, and June 4th, 2025 meeting minutes

County Commission 07 16 25

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss preliminary budgets for various county departments, including the Sheriff's Office, Road & Bridge, and the State's Attorney. The meeting also includes a bid opening for Northern Plains and discussions on utility permits.

• Northern Plains Bid Opening
• KEM Electric Overhead Permit
• City of Killdeer/Dunn County JPA Archery/Shooting/Trap range
• Highlands Engineering discussion
• Preliminary budgets for Road & Bridge, Sheriff Office, and State's Attorney

The County Commission awarded a road project contract to Baranko Brothers and approved a $333,393.06 grant for a new ambulance and radios. The board also approved several road project pay estimates and three conditional use permits. Preliminary 2026 budgets for multiple departments were presented for consideration.

• Awarded road project CP-13(25)08 to Baranko Brothers for $5,109,655.99 (All Aye)
• Approved grant for new ambulance and radios totaling $333,393.06 (All Aye)
• Approved three Conditional Use Permits for two gravel pits and one water depot (All Aye)
• Approved purchase of 0.46 acres of credits for $39,100.00 (All Aye)
• Approved pay estimate #4 to Schwartz Construction for $215,883.95 (All Aye)
• Approved pay estimate #3 to Jensen Brothers for $95,367.01 (All Aye)
• Approved pay estimate #5 to Baranko Brothers for $69,745.65 (All Aye)
• Approved wireless communications easement agreement with Allo Towers (All Aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority is reviewing the Treasurer's Report for June 2025. The report details expenditures, deposits, and current fuel pricing compared to surrounding areas.

• Payment of $14,347.21 to Airport Weather Camera Sys. for weather cameras
• Payment of $10,062.00 to Bolton & Menk for Hangar Observation 100%
• Receipt of $12,625.00 NDAC Weather Camera Grant
• Total payments of $31,840.19 and total deposits of $32,335.31
• Ending checking balance of $1,358,694.32 and CD balance of $1,022,267.98

The Dunn County Airport Authority approved the June 9th meeting minutes and the current financial report. The board authorized two payments for insurance and equipment leasing. Bolton & Menk provided an engineering update regarding hangar punch list items.

• Approved June 9th meeting minutes (MCU)
• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $12,886.00 payment to Farmers Union Insurance (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,625.00 payment to John Deere Financial for tractor lease (Unanimous)

County Commission 07 02 25

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct bid openings for projects CP-13(25)08 and CP-13(25)07. The meeting includes updates on a Killdeer sidewalk project and an executive session regarding Danzeisen et al. v. Dunn County litigation.

• Bid opening for Northern Plains CP-13(25)08 & CP-13(25)07
• City of Killdeer sidewalk project update
• Executive session regarding Danzeisen et al. v. Dunn County litigation
• 14th St. Bartlett & West discussion
• Review of Young Farmers Grant recommendations

The Board approved several road project payments and awarded the Pinewood Meadows project to Northern Improvement. They also updated the Young Farmers Grant criteria and increased the Road Superintendent's annual salary to $114,000.

• Awarded Pinewood Meadows project bid to Northern Improvement for $606,777.00
• Approved $211,249.92 payment to Schwartz Construction for 14" St. SW
• Approved $207,680.94 payment to Jensen Brothers for 105" Ave. SW
• Approved $128,840.60 payment to Jensen Brothers for 97" Ave. SW
• Approved $39,100.00 to purchase 0.46 acres of credits from Ducks Unlimited
• Increased Road Superintendent annual salary to $114,000.00
• Raised small project easement payments to $1,000.00 per parcel
• Accepted new criteria for the Young Farmers Grant

County Commission 06 18 25

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the Text My Gov contract and budget positions. The agenda includes reports from the Road Department, Engineer, and NDSU Extension.

• Text My Gov contract with Sara Lawrey
• Buildings & Grounds discussion regarding the Sign Shop Roof
• Budget and positions report from the Auditor
• SWCCC Maintenance report from Commissioner Dolezal
• Utility Permits

The commission approved a 60% cost share for the McKenzie Bay Road project and authorized the hiring of an IT Coordinator and a Communications Administrative Specialist. They also approved several road project payments and a new roof for the Killdeer Sign Shop. A request for a donation to the Dunn County Historical Society was tabled.

• Approved 60% cost share (approx. $1.3M) for McKenzie Bay Road project
• Approved $99,944 bid from Highpoint for Sign Shop roof (3-2)
• Approved hiring an IT Coordinator and a Communications Administrative Specialist
• Approved $467,091.92 payment to Schwartz Construction for 14th St. SW
• Approved $151,958.05 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW
• Approved $70,535.35 payment to Jensen Brothers for 97th Ave. SW
• Approved $58,288.26 payment to Baranko Brothers for 110 Ave. NW
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for Freedom Golf Scramble lunch

County Commission Special 06 10 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a specific request regarding a gravel lease and easement for Bang.

• Approval of Bang easement and gravel lease

The Board of County Commissioners approved a gravel agreement for a pit located in the NW1/4 of 33-147-96. The commission also approved a payment voucher for road easements totaling $20,780.00.

• Approved John Bang Gravel Agreement (All aye)
• Approved $20,780.00 payment voucher for John & Stacey Bang road easements (All aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority is reviewing the Treasurer's Report for May 2025. The report details expenditures, deposits, and current fuel pricing compared to surrounding areas.

• Payment of $97,881.35 to Tooz Construction for Pay App 8
• Payment of $6,708.00 to Bolton & Menk for Hangar Observation
• Receipt of $34,172.64 from Dunn County as a Mil Payment
• Ending checking balance of $1,358,199.20
• Fuel sales revenue totaling $6,941.41 for 100LL and JetA

The board approved the purchase of a tractor, blade, and snowblower using a 50/50 matching grant from the NDAC. Payments were authorized for hangar construction services and weather camera installation. The board also approved the purchase of event insurance for the 10th annual Fly-In.

• Approved purchase of Snow Removal Equipment for $293,551.00 (All aye)
• Approved payment to Bolton & Menk for $10,062.00 (All aye)
• Approved payment to Airport Weather Camera Systems for $14,347.21 (All aye)
• Approved purchase of Event Insurance for 10th annual Fly-In (MCU)
• Approved May 12th meeting minutes (MCU)
• Approved meeting agenda (MCU)

Housing Authority

The Dunn County Housing Authority is holding a special board meeting to discuss and take action on the Builders Assistance Program.

• Builders Assistance Program discussion and action

The Board discussed a builder's assistance program, a buyback option for new housing construction, and mowing for duplex units. The Board voted to send the full housing program, including Board changes, to Attorney Nathan Bouray for review.

• Approved motion to present the full housing program with Board changes to Attorney Nathan Bouray for review (All aye)

County Commission 06 04 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review a water line construction MOU for Manning and a funding request for the Dickinson Airport Terminal. The meeting includes reports from the Road Department and discussions on a shooting sports complex.

• Water Line Construction MOU for Manning
• Dickinson Airport Terminal Funding Request
• Grand Forks Detention Secure Services Agreement
• SW Water/Dunn County Hydraulic Improvements Agreement
• Allo Tower Letter of Intent

The commission approved a $2 million contribution to the Dickinson Regional Airport terminal project. Other key actions included approving 2025 county and city property assessments and signing a waterworks MOU. The board also authorized a $215,000 relocation agreement with McKenzie Electric.

• Approved $2,000,000 for Dickinson Regional Airport terminal project (All aye)
• Approved 2025 county and city property values (All aye)
• Approved $215,000 relocation agreement with McKenzie Electric (All aye)
• Approved MOU between SW Water, State of ND, State Water Commission, Manning Water Works and Dunn County (All aye)
• Approved $90,044.16 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105th Ave. SW (All aye)
• Approved agreement for Allo Towers to install a radio tower (All aye)
• Approved signing Grand Forks Detention Secure Services Agreement (All aye)
• Approved $110,000 Hydraulic Improvements Agreement study with SW Water (All aye)

County Commission Special 06 03 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider the Bice Agreement/Matter. The meeting includes an executive session for attorney consultation.

• Bice Agreement/Matter

The commission entered an executive session to discuss an agreement involving Scott and Cindy Bice with legal counsel. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded in the public minutes.

County Commission 05 21 25

The County Commission approved several road project payments and awarded the 97" Ave. project to Jensen Brothers. The board also authorized a $500,000 payment for the Public Safety Center and changed the Assistant Road Superintendent position to hourly.

• Awarded 97" Ave. project to Jensen Brothers for $1,484,964.50 (All aye)
• Approved $500,000 payment and deed signing for Public Safety Center (4-1)
• Changed Assistant Road Superintendent position from salary to hourly (3-2)
• Approved $244,553.54 payment to Baranko Brothers for 100" Ave. NW (All aye)
• Approved $205,259.61 payment to Schwartz Construction for 14" St. SW (All aye)
• Approved $134,245.95 payment to Baranko Brothers for 105" Ave. SW (All aye)
• Approved purchase of wetland credits for 7" St. SW (All aye)
• Approved assessing agreements with Cities of Halliday, Dunn Center, and Dodge (All aye)

Housing Authority

The Dunn County Housing Authority will hold a special board meeting to discuss and potentially act on the specifications for upcoming housing builds. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

The Board approved the creation of a sub-committee to develop guidelines and terms for a new housing construction buyback option program. The sub-committee will consult with a contractor and seek attorney counsel. No action was taken regarding housing build spec sheets.

• Approved motion to move forward with buyback option program process (Unanimous)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved several payments for hangar construction and service contracts. Members decided against installing wi-fi in row units due to cost. A $22,000 project for additional parking and an ambulance access road was approved.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $6,708.00 payment to Bolton & Menk for hangar construction and observation (All Aye)
• Approved $2,242.68 payment to O’Day for annual service contract (All Aye)
• Approved $97,881.35 payment to Tooz construction for row hangar construction (All Aye)
• Decided not to proceed with wi-fi for each row unit
• Approved $22,000.00 for additional parking and gate apron ambulance access using crushed concrete (All Aye)

County Commission 05 07 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will consider several items including a bid opening for road construction on 98th Ave. SW and 4th St. SW, a contract introduction with Highlands Engineering & Surveying, and an overhead permit for McKenzie Electric. The board will also hear updates from the Roosevelt Custer Regional Council and address trespassing and fire declarations. Other business includes utility permits and the Halliday Rodeo Grounds.

• Bid opening for Northern Plains road work on 98th Ave. SW and 4th St. SW
• Highlands Engineering & Surveying introduction and contracts
• McKenzie Electric overhead permit
• Trespassing issue involving Craig Dvirnak
• Fire declaration discussion with Ryan Hauck

The Board awarded a road project for 98th Ave. SW & 4th St. SW to Bechtold Paving Inc. and approved several infrastructure payments and contracts. The commission also renewed a five-year tax transparency contract and lifted the total burn ban.

• Awarded 98th Ave. SW & 4th St. SW project to Bechtold Paving Inc. for $1,026,364.27 (All aye)
• Approved $214,814.06 payment to Baranko Brothers for 100th Ave. NW (All aye)
• Approved $45,900 for wetland mitigation (All aye)
• Approved $10,000 to hire Beaver Creek for cultural monitoring (All aye)
• Renewed 5-year Vanguard contract for tax website transparency at $12,125 per year (All aye)
• Approved Tax Director's proposal for resident and commercial inspections (All aye)
• Approved overhead crossing permit for McKenzie Electric on 119th Ave & 2nd St (All aye)
• Lifted total burn ban to return to fire index, excluding large controlled burns (All aye)

County Commission Special 05 05 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners is convening a special meeting solely to enter executive session to discuss litigation. No other business is on the agenda.

• Enter executive session to discuss litigation

The Board held a special meeting and executive session to discuss litigation. The Commission voted to prohibit direct or indirect contact or action with the Bangs or Bices regarding legal matters or pending litigation.

• Approved motion to have no contact or action with the Bangs or Bices regarding legal matters or pending litigation (3-2)

Housing Authority

The Board elected David Twist as President, Lance Larsen as Vice President, and Matt Oase as Secretary/Treasurer. A subcommittee was formed to study housing plans and program options. The Board also approved several bills and a maintenance contract.

• Elected David Twist as President (Unanimous)
• Elected Lance Larsen as Vice President (Unanimous)
• Elected Matt Oase as Secretary/Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee on housing plans and program options consisting of Dave Olson, David Twist, and Tim Maul
• Approved replacing Florine Lazorenko with Matt Oase as authorized signer for First International Bank accounts (Unanimous)
• Approved request for Matt Oase to obtain a Housing Authority credit card from First International Bank (Unanimous)
• Approved $903.00 Nitro-Green quote for 2025 fertilization, weed, and pest control (Unanimous)
• Approved bills including $5,042.44 loan payoff to Dunn County and $1,200 for managerial fees to Kevin & Lena Karvonen

County Commission 04 16 25

The Board of County Commissioners will receive reports from the Road Department, Sheriff, and Emergency Manager. The body is scheduled to discuss new business including utility permits, gravel agreements, and an accounting contract. The meeting also includes updates on grant applications for the City of Dunn Center and Killdeer Schools.

• Utility Permits
• Gravel Agreements
• CPT Accounting Contract
• Annual Audit
• Housing Authority new member appointment

The County Commission approved $2,867,863.00 in grants for water, concrete, and paving projects in the City of Dunn Center. The board also authorized $110,000 for a water system survey and approved several road project payments. A total burn ban remains in effect.

• Approved $2,867,863.00 in grants for Dunn Center water, concrete, and paving (All aye)
• Approved $110,000.00 for initial SW Water system survey (All aye)
• Approved $34,000.00 for wetland credits on 3 St. SW project (All aye)
• Approved $29,756.18 payment to Baranko Brothers for 100" Ave. NW (All aye)
• Extended CPT financial and tax agreement until December 2026 (All aye)
• Approved closing old funds and transferring money to general fund (All aye)
• Appointed Tim Maul to the Housing Authority Board (All aye)
• Continued total burn ban until conditions warrant removal (All aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Airport Authority will review a financial report and insurance. The body is also scheduled to discuss an engineering update, a land purchase, and the treasurer's salary.

• Land purchase
• Treasurer salary review
• Engineering update
• Financial report
• Insurance review

The board approved the purchase of 4.31 acres of land and increased the Treasurer's monthly salary. They also authorized payments for fuel and updated insurance coverage levels. A grant request for snow removal equipment was submitted to the NDAC.

• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Updated insurance coverage levels to NDIRF recommendations
• Approved payment of $31,177.17 to Benz Oil for fuel (All Aye)
• Approved purchase of 4.31 acres of land for $7,500 (MCU)
• Increased Treasurer's salary from $600/month to $1,000/month (All Aye)

County Commission Special 04 08 25

The Board of County Commissioners met to review recommendations for the Road Superintendent position. The board voted unanimously to appoint Terry Schwartzenberger to the role.

• Appointed Terry Schwartzenberger as Road Superintendent with a salary of $106,000 (5-0)

County Commission 04 02 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will hear reports from Engineers and Road Department, open bids for 105th Avenue, and discuss road restructure. They will also consider multiple City of Killdeer proposals including the Bucking Horse Sale, sidewalk to rodeo grounds, and an archery range land/shooting complex. Unfinished business includes a JLG Contract, and new business covers utility permits, an office desk, and gaming site authorizations.

• Northern Plains Engineering Bid Opening for 105th Ave
• Dunn County Clean Up Week discussion
• City of Killdeer items: Bucking Horse Sale, Sidewalk to Rodeo Grounds, Archery Range Land/Shooting Complex, JPA for Vac Trailer
• Road Restructure questions and plan discussion
• JLG Contract under unfinished business

The board awarded a contract for 105th Ave to Baranko Brothers and approved a 50/50 cost-share with the City of Killdeer for a shooting complex. The commission also voted to restructure the road department and contracted an Assistant State’s Attorney. A proposal to add an HR employee was tabled.

• Awarded 105th Ave project to Baranko Brothers for $1,757,313.70 (All aye)
• Approved 50/50 cost-share with City of Killdeer for shooting complex and land up to $900,000 (All aye)
• Approved road department restructure (3-2)
• Approved $500,000 payment to Killdeer Area Ambulance (All aye)
• Contracted Pat Merriman as Assistant State’s Attorney for $6,000 per month (All aye)
• Approved $3,000 for cleanup week and Adopt a Planter programs (All aye)
• Approved JPA for VAC trailer with City of Killdeer (All aye)
• Tabled proposal for additional HR Department employee (All aye)

County Commission 03 19 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review bids for road work on 100th Avenue and 119th Ave. SW/22nd St. SW. The body will also discuss fire restrictions and utility permits.

• Bid opening for Civil Science (100th Avenue) and Northern Plains Engineering (119th Ave. SW/22nd St. SW)
• Discussion on fire restrictions with the Emergency Manager
• Letter of Intent from Allow Towers
• Review of utility permits and special event permits
• Water resource discussion regarding SW Water

The commission approved several infrastructure projects, including concrete paving for 98th Ave. SW and 4th St. SW. Financial actions included moving $10 million into a Money Market account and approving a $7,500 contribution to a Behavioral Health Conference.

• Approved moving $10,000,000.00 to a Money Market account at First International Bank (All aye)
• Approved $7,500.00 contribution to the Behavioral Health Conference (All aye)
• Approved concrete paving for 98th Ave. SW & 4th St. SW (All aye)
• Approved increase of small project payments to $1,000.00 per parcel (All aye)
• Approved lease on purchase of land for the Public Safety Center radio tower (All aye)
• Approved School Grant applications (All aye)
• Approved utility permits and special event permits (All aye)
• Tabled JLG Architect contract for Public Safety Center (All aye)

Airport Authority Financial Report

The Dunn County Airport Authority will meet on March 10, 2025, to approve prior minutes and agenda, receive a financial report and engineering update, and discuss planning for the 10th annual Fly-In event. The agenda is largely procedural with one notable discussion item.

• Financial report presentation
• Engineering update
• Discussion of 10th annual Fly-In event

The board approved the financial report and authorized a payment for insurance premiums. The board also set the date for the 10th Annual Fly-In and decided to defer action on a future airport beacon.

• Approved February 17th meeting minutes (MCU)
• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $1,787.00 payment to Farmers Union Insurance for premiums (All aye)
• Set 10th Annual Fly-In date for June 21
• Decided to wait for FAA requirement before pursuing airport beacon

County Commission 03 05 25

The Board of County Commissioners will review reports from the Road Department and the South Heart Fire District. The meeting includes discussions on the SIRN Tower Project, a school grant program, and a quit claim deed between the county and the City of Killdeer.

• SIRN Tower Project / Powder Ridge Development
• County/City of Killdeer Quit Claim Deed
• Topographical Survey on Public Safety Center Bldg.
• School Grant Program/Whittingham
• JDA / Young Farmer’s Grant

The County Commission approved several significant funding requests from the Federal Mineral fund, including $8 million for school bond debt and $150,000 for the Badlands Learning Center. The board also approved a joint purchase agreement for asphalt equipment and appointed representatives to a regional fire restrictions group.

• Approved $8,000,000 from Federal Mineral fund for School Bond Debt Grant
• Approved $150,000 from Federal Mineral fund for Badlands Learning Center new wing
• Approved $40,000 from Federal Mineral fund for South Heart Fire Department water truck
• Approved $130,000 in additional funding for JDA Young Farmers Grant program
• Approved Joint Powers Purchase Agreement with McKenzie County for 2022 Etyne Asphalt Maintenance Distributor
• Approved $3,400 for topographical survey of Public Safety Center site
• Appointed Craig Pelton, Ryan Hauck, and Gary Kuhn to Western ND Fire Restrictions Coordinating Group
• Approved adding Matt Oase to the Housing Authority Board

County Commission 02 20 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will meet to open bids for gravel crushing equipment, fencing, and contracts with Bartlett West/Interstate Engineering. They will also discuss designating Highway 22 as a Fallen Hero's Highway and a garbage contract for Little Mo Campground with the City of Halliday. The agenda includes reports from the Road Department, County Agent, and Recorder, along with several administrative items.

• Bid openings for gravel crushing equipment and fencing (9:30 a.m.)
• Bid openings for Bartlett West/Interstate Engineering (10:00 a.m.)
• Discussion with Cowboy Station (Seth Murphy & Jade Boote)
• Designating Hwy 22 as a Fallen Hero's Highway
• Little Mo Campground garbage contract with City of Halliday

The Commission awarded road improvement contracts to Edward Schwartz and Central Specialties. It updated fencing and payment policies for road easements and approved a $131,151 fence for the Killdeer Shop. The county also agreed to gift a building and property on Central Ave to the City of Killdeer.

• Awarded 27th St. SW project to Edward Schwartz ($1,602,947.29)
• Awarded 119th Ave SW & 2nd St. project to Central Specialties ($1,173,932.14)
• Approved $131,151 bid from JD Fencing for Killdeer Shop yard fence
• Changed easement policy to temporary construction easements with fences at 33ft
• Set easement payments at $3,000 per acre up to 60ft and $1,000 per acre beyond 60ft
• Approved $2,500 annual Bowman Radar operations contract
• Approved garbage contract with City of Halliday for Little Mo. Campground ($1,100/month)
• Voted to gift county building and property on Central Ave to the City of Killdeer

Airport Authority Financial Report

The board approved the January financial report and a payment to Bolton & Menk for hangar construction services. Members agreed to offer $15,000 for approximately eight acres of land northwest of the hangar. The board also reviewed equipment quotes and discussed a potential FBO lease agreement.

• Approved January 13th meeting minutes (MCU)
• Approved financial report (MCU)
• Approved $11,124.00 payment to Bolton & Menk for hangar construction admin/observation (All Aye)
• Approved Change Order#3 for eight ceiling fans totaling $10,652.00 via text on Jan 30
• Approved $15,000.00 offer to landowner for approximately eight acres of land

County Commission 02 05 25

The Dunn County Board of Commissioners will discuss rescinding the current burn ban, consider filling the Road Superintendent position (possibly in executive session), and review a year-end report and amendments. New business includes a beer and liquor license application from J&S Investments and a utility occupancy permit for lighting on Highway 22 bypass and High School Road.

• Rescind Burn Ban – Sarah Duttenhefner presenting
• Road Superintendent Position – possible executive session
• J&S Investments Beer and Liquor License
• NDDOT Utility Occupancy Permit for Hwy 22 bypass & High School Road lighting
• Fencing in Easements – unfinished business

The commission approved a payment of $496,881.61 from the Federal Mineral Royalties fund to pay off a balloon loan for apartments in Killdeer to prevent resident displacement. The board also terminated Road Superintendent David Lym and approved several utility permits and land surveys.

• Approved $496,881.61 from Federal Mineral Royalties fund for Killdeer apartments (Roll call: all aye)
• Terminated Road Superintendent David Lym (4-1)
• Approved 2025 Beer & Liquor license for McKenzie Bay Marina (All aye)
• Approved Interstate Engineering to survey land for Public Safety Center (All aye)
• Removed burn restriction (All aye)
• Approved utility permits for McKenzie Electric and Dean Dvorak (All aye)
• Accepted NDDOT Utility Permit for light on Highway 22 bypass (All aye)
• Approved funding for Vision West Meeting lunch in March (All aye)