Williston public meetings in 2021

Regular City Commission Meeting

The commission will review 2022 water, sewer, and sanitation rate increases. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings on zoning changes and authorizations to bid on new police vehicles.

• Authorization to bid on four AWD SUVs and four AWD sedans for the police department
• Discussion of 2022 water, sewer, and sanitation rate increases
• Request for public hearings regarding Ordinance 1129 and Code Estates Subdivision
• Review of West Reservoir Project Change Order 2
• Transfer of alcoholic beverage license for Safari Fuels 105

The commission approved the 2022 water, sewer, and sanitation rate increases effective February 1, 2022, including a 3% automatic annual increase for water and sewer starting in 2023. It also approved the 2022 alcoholic beverage and business license renewals, a new roll-off hook truck, and several engineering contracts. The alcoholic beverage license transfer for Safari Fuels 105 was tabled due to a court injunction.

• Approved 2022 water, sewer, and sanitation rate increases (4-0)
• Approved 2022 alcoholic beverage license renewals (4-0)
• Approved 2022 business license renewals (4-0)
• Awarded roll-off hook truck to Northland Truck Sales for $164,250 (4-0)
• Approved West Reservoir change order for $51,085.49 (4-0)
• Approved Ulteig task order for 9th Ave West Extension & Roundabout for $364,690 (4-0)
• Approved Bird Scooters extension amendment (4-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buy down for Evolution Completions up to $82,000 (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will consider several items, including a new home property tax exemption resolution and police vehicle purchases. The agenda also covers economic development grants and a joint powers agreement for a child care center with Williams County.

• Resolution 21-028 regarding New Home Property Tax Exemption
• Request to purchase a mechanic pickup truck and a SWAT SUV
• Authorization to bid on a landfill wheel loader
• Child Care Center Joint Powers Agreement with Williams County
• Flex PACE applications for Evolution Completions and Realty One Group Caliber

The Williston City Commission approved a consent agenda including $4.47M in payments, adopted a new 106-page employee handbook, approved a $687,425 bad debt write-off, and authorized a committee to evaluate purchasing the former Halliburton site for $2.1M. They also awarded a $1.18M road construction contract, approved police vehicle purchases, and tabled a Flex PACE application for Evolution Completions.

• Approved consent agenda including $4,475,463.01 in checks and payroll (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 City of Williston Employee Handbook (5-0)
• Approved 2021 bad debt write-off of $687,425.67 (5-0)
• Authorized committee to evaluate purchase of former Halliburton site at 420 22nd Ave E (5-0)
• Awarded $1,184,897.97 low bid to Knife River Corporation for 2nd St W Mill & Overlay (5-0)
• Approved police vehicle purchases: used pickup up to $25,000 and Ford Expedition up to $23,000 (5-0)
• Tabled Flex PACE application for Evolution Completions until next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 Community Build Grant for The Links of North Dakota (4-0, Klug abstained)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider authorization for sanitation truck bids and fire engine bid openings. The agenda also includes street closure requests for upcoming holiday parades and a land rearrangement at Williston Square.

• Authorization to bid on a 2022 Roll-Off Hook Truck for Sanitation
• Bid opening for a Wildland Urban Interface Engine (Fire)
• Street closure requests for the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Lights Parade and Downtowners Association Holiday Stroll
• Final Plat for Williston Square rearrangement of Lots 5 & 6
• Appointments to the Parking Authority Board and Downtown Review Board

The Williston City Commission approved the purchase of a Wildland Urban Interface Engine from Pierce Fire Apparatus for $587,613, with payment to be made in early 2022 if the vendor agrees, otherwise paid upfront. The commission also approved a letter of support for Williston Basin School District #7's CTE grant application, approved street closures for two holiday events, and approved several appointments. The Williams County Election Agreement was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved purchase of Wildland Urban Interface Engine from Pierce Fire Apparatus for $587,613, with payment in January 2022 if possible, otherwise upfront (5-0).
• Approved drafting a letter of support for Williston Basin School District #7's CTE grant application (5-0).
• Approved street closures for the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Lights Parade and Williston Downtowners Association Holiday Stroll (unanimous).
• Approved the final plat for the rearrangement of Lots 5 and 6 of the Williston Square Subdivision (5-0).
• Approved Iryn Huwe for a five-year term on the Parking Authority Board and re-appointed Sjon Zunich (unanimous).
• Re-appointed Nick Lippert, Mark Barstad, and Deanette Piesik to the Downtown Design Review Board for a second term (unanimous).
• Tabled the Williams County Election Agreement for further discussion (unanimous).
• Removed the authorization for vehicle substitution item (unanimous).

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a 2019 tax abatement for IP AHM-Williston Properties LLC. The agenda also includes bid openings for two ambulance remounts and reviewing change orders for engineering projects. Additionally, the commission will review several Flex PACE applications for economic development.

• Public hearing: IP AHM-Williston Properties LLC tax abatement
• Bid openings for Type 1 Freightliner and Ford F-550 ambulances
• Change orders for 3rd Avenue West Improvements and West Reservoir Project
• Flex PACE applications including Lonnie’s Roadhouse Café and Sioux Energy Services, LLC
• Renaissance Zone Board appointment

The Williston City Commission approved the purchase of two new ambulances and one remount from Premier Specialty Vehicles for a combined $806,286, and approved a tax abatement for the Quality Inn property at a reduced valuation of $5,470,800. The commission also accepted change orders for the 3rd Avenue West and West Reservoir projects, approved four Flex PACE buydown applications, a $45,000 grant for the SBDC, and appointed Chris Larsen to the Renaissance Zone Board. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $552,260 for two Type 1 623-F ambulances (5-0)
• Approved $254,026 for Type 1 Freightliner ambulance remount (5-0)
• Approved Quality Inn tax abatement at $5,470,800 valuation (5-0)
• Accepted $49,385.63 change order for 3rd Avenue West project (5-0)
• Accepted $12,154.88 change order for West Reservoir project (5-0)
• Approved four Flex PACE buydown applications (5-0)
• Approved $45,000 Community Growth Grant for SBDC (5-0)
• Appointed Chris Larsen to Renaissance Zone Board (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zone change for the Williston Square Subdivision and the expansion of the Renaissance Zone. The agenda also includes authorization to bid on fire equipment and updates on parking lot improvements.

• Rezoning of Lot 5 and Lot 6 in Williston Square Subdivision to C-2: Health Care
• Expansion of the Renaissance Zone via Resolution 21-026
• Authorization to bid on a Wildland Urban Interface Engine (Fire)
• Bid opening for a 4x4 pickup truck
• Property sale under Resolution 21-027

The Williston City Commission approved a preliminary plat and zone change for the Williston Square Subdivision, enabling a Sanford Medical development. The commission also approved the sale of a 25.22-acre parcel to Sanford Bismarck, including a 30-year right of first refusal on adjacent lots. A 5-year property and business income tax abatement was approved for the Grand Williston Hotel renovation project, contingent on the Renaissance Zone expansion.

• Approved preliminary plat and zone change for Williston Square Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-026 to expand the Renaissance Zone by two blocks (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-027 for sale of 25.22 acres to Sanford Bismarck (5-0)
• Approved $7,998 change order for Service Drug Parking Lot Improvements (5-0)
• Approved 5-year tax abatement for Grand Williston Hotel renovation (5-0)
• Approved $3,389,054.50 in accounts, claims, and bills (unanimous)
• Approved McKenzie Cymbaluk-McCollum to Cemetery Advisory Board (4-0, Cymbaluk abstained)
• Authorized Public Works to seek new or used 4x4 pickup after no bids (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider proposed zone changes and confirm several special assessments for water, sewer, and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings regarding the Renaissance Zone expansion and subdivision rearrangements. Additionally, the Fire Department is seeking approval for ambulance refurbishments and new purchases.

• Proposed zone change from C-2 to R-3 at Bruegger Amended – Church of St. Joseph
• Proposed zone change from A to C-3 at Herman Subdivision
• Confirmation of special assessments for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District 20-2, Code Compliance, and Sidewalk Improvements
• Approval for refurbishment of a Freightliner ambulance and purchase of two Horton 623 Type I 4x4 ambulances
• Request for public hearing regarding the expansion of the Renaissance Zone

The Williston City Commission approved three zone changes and a short plat, including rezoning for a proposed daycare and preschool by St. Joseph's Parish, and a change from agriculture to commercial for a city-owned parcel. The commission also approved special assessments for water, sewer, and street improvements, and a street closure for the Trail of Treats event. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Brostuen absent.

• Approved special assessments for District 20-2, lot mowing, and sidewalk improvements (4-0)
• Approved zone change from C-2 to R-3 for Lots 11 & 12, Block 4, Bruegger Amended (4-0)
• Approved zone change from A: Agriculture to C-3: Restricted Commercial for Lot 2, Block 1, Herman Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved short plat to combine Lots 9-12, Block 4, Bruegger Amended (4-0)
• Approved Trail of Treats street closure request (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved STAR Fund Community Enhancement Grant program for 2022 with up to $50,000 (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners is reviewing several development and infrastructure items. This includes requests for public hearings on two zoning changes and an agreement with NDDOT for the 2nd Street Mill and Overlay Project. The meeting also covers updates to city financial policies.

• Public hearing requests for rezoning at Church of St. Joseph property and Herman Subdivision
• NDDOT agreement for the 2nd Street Mill and Overlay Project
• Bid openings for 2021-2022 street snow removal and a 4X4 pickup truck
• Resolutions regarding Debt Management and Interfund Transfer policies
• Dangerous building hearing for 518 1st Avenue East

The Williston City Commission approved a $100,000 snow removal contract with 3 Forks Services, adopted a Debt Management Policy (Resolution 21-023) and an Interfund Transfer Policy (Resolution 21-024), and approved a landfill gas monitoring probe project. They also removed a 32-space parking requirement from the Strike Zone bowling alley property, despite one commissioner's opposition. The meeting was brief, with several agenda items removed or not discussed.

• Approved $100,000 snow removal bid to 3 Forks Services (unanimous)
• Adopted Debt Management Policy Resolution 21-023 (3-0)
• Adopted Interfund Transfer Policy Resolution 21-024 (3-0)
• Approved Burns & McDonnell Task Order 15 for landfill gas probes, $81,013.90 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-022 removing 32-space parking requirement at Strike Zone (2-1)
• Removed C1 Dangerous Building from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,197,679.17 in checks (unanimous)

Special Assessments Meeting

The City of Williston is holding a public hearing to receive objections to special assessment improvement districts. The agenda includes assessments for water, sewer, and street improvements in district D20-2, sidewalk improvements, and lot maintenance.

• Water, Sewer & Street Improvement District – D20-2
• Lot Mowing, Tree Removal & Code Compliance Assessments
• Sidewalk Improvements

The Special Assessment Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved three special assessment districts: D-20-2 for water, sewer, and street improvements on 4th Ave; the 2021 Lot Mowing, Tree Removal & Code Compliance list; and the 21-1 Sidewalk Improvement district. No objections were raised during the hearing.

• Approved District D-20-2 (water, sewer, street improvements) unanimously by voice vote
• Approved 2021 Lot Mowing, Tree Removal & Code Compliance assessments unanimously by voice vote
• Approved 21-1 Sidewalk Improvement district unanimously by voice vote

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 City of Williston Budget. The agenda also includes street closure requests for local events and updates on various city engineering projects.

• Public hearing for the 2022 City of Williston Budget (Resolution 21-019)
• Street closure requests for Cooks On Main and Homecoming Parade
• Consultant selection for Airport Drainage Ditch Storm Damage Repair Project
• Flex PACE applications for E & A Body Shop
• Dangerous building update for 4927 Ridge Drive

The City Commission unanimously adopted Resolution 21-019, approving the 2022 City of Williston budget with $154,090,544 in expenditures and $125,863,905 in revenues. The Commission also ordered the demolition of the dangerous building at 4927 Ridge Drive after the owner failed to meet a September 1 deadline. Several other items were approved, including a $209,823 Community Build Grant for CHI St. Alexius childcare, a $47,000 Flex PACE buydown for E & A Body Shop, and a directive to staff to work on a developer's agreement for a special assessment district for Hawkeye Village.

• Approved Resolution 21-019 adopting the 2022 City of Williston budget (5-0).
• Ordered demolition of the dangerous building at 4927 Ridge Drive (5-0).
• Approved a Community Build Grant not to exceed $209,823 for CHI St. Alexius childcare (5-0).
• Approved a Flex PACE buydown not to exceed $47,000 for E & A Body Shop (5-0).
• Approved Alliance Task Order 21-3 for Williston Square signage design at $17,600 (5-0).
• Approved selection of Advanced Engineering for airport drainage ditch repair (5-0).
• Approved Sun Country Airlines lease and use agreement (5-0).
• Directed staff to work with developers on a special assessment district for Hawkeye Village (5-0).

Special City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners met to address a bid award for the Animal Control Facility. The remainder of the agenda consisted only of procedural items.

• Animal Control Facility Bid Award

The Williston City Commission awarded a $538,000 construction contract to Spearfish Excavating for a new 1,768-square-foot animal control facility. The project, estimated at $500,000, will be funded through the 2021 and 2022 department budgets. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of April 2022.

• Awarded $538,000 contract to Spearfish Excavating for animal control facility (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission tabled a request from Hawkeye Development to support a special assessment district not to exceed $3 million for Phase Two of the Hawkeye Village subdivision, which would add 50 lots. The motion to table until the September 14th meeting passed unanimously. The commission also approved the annexation of .97 acres for the Sitting Bull Subdivision and the associated short plat, both by a 5-0 vote.

• Tabled Hawkeye Village $3M special assessment request until Sept. 14 (unanimous)
• Approved .97-acre annexation for Sitting Bull Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved short plat for Sitting Bull Auction Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved two street closure requests for Fall Festival and Rockin' the Community Concert (unanimous)
• Approved BEK Consulting change order #2 for 3rd Ave West, +$32,929.94 (5-0)
• Approved Knife River change order #1 for Service Drug parking lot, +$14,477.60 (5-0)
• Approved Ti-Zack Concrete change order #3 for 4th St Cultural Corridor, +$56,541 (5-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buydown for Bull Moose Properties, $62,000 (4-0, Cymbaluk nay)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The commission will consider a request for a public hearing on the 2022 Budget. The agenda includes reviewing Flex PACE applications and various community build grants. Additionally, the board will review a street closure request for First Lutheran Church.

• Request for a public hearing on the 2022 Budget
• Business license for new waste hauler City Wide Cleaning LLC
• Street closure request for First Lutheran Church Summer Sizzle XII
• Flex PACE applications for Point Blank Metal Works and others
• Contract amendment for Burns & McDonnell Design at the Airport

The Williston City Commission approved a $204,264.78 contract amendment for Burns & McDonnell's construction observation and administration services at XWA airport, covering additional costs from project delays. The commission also approved three Flex PACE applications totaling $107,000, tabled one application, and approved $100,000 for the Mini Match Grant program. Several community grants were approved, including $25,000 for the XWA Airshow, $5,000 for the Guns vs. Hoses event, and $40,000 for the NW Dakota Public Transit facility expansion.

• Approved Burns & McDonnell contract amendment 2 for $204,264.78 (5-0)
• Approved Flex PACE applications for Point Blank Metal Works ($33,000), Alphabet Academy ($27,000), and Copro Doors ($47,000) (5-0)
• Tabled Bull Moose Properties Flex PACE application (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for Mini Match Grant program (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 Community Build Grant for XWA Airshow (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 Community Build Grant for Guns vs. Hoses event (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 Community Build Grant for NW Dakota Public Transit expansion (5-0)
• Approved $27,700 refund to STAR Fund from cancelled projects (unanimous)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission is conducting second readings for three city ordinances regarding parking, deck/porch setbacks, and alcoholic beverage amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on airport drainage bidding and subdivision lot rearrangements.

• Second reading of Ordinances 1126 (Parking), 1127 (Setbacks), and 1128 (Alcoholic Beverages)
• Authorization to bid for Airport Drainage Ditch Remediation Project
• Business license for Pro Safe Services as a new waste hauler
• Short Plat Review for Meadows Subdivision lot rearrangement
• Renaissance Zone 5-Year Extension Application

The Williston City Commission approved the second reading of three ordinances: required parking (1126), deck/porch setbacks (1127), and alcohol beverage amendments (1128), all by a 4-0 vote. The commission also approved a five-year extension for the Renaissance Zone tax abatement program, a short plat rearrangement in the Meadows Subdivision, and several board appointments. The consent agenda, including $3,237,865.69 in checks and payroll, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 1126 (required parking) second reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1127 (deck/porch setbacks) second reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1128 (alcohol beverage amendments) second reading (4-0)
• Approved five-year Renaissance Zone extension (4-0)
• Approved short plat rearrangement of Lots 3,5,6,13,14,15, Block 4, Meadows Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,237,865.69 in checks/payroll (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Diane Satermo to Parking Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved Mark Barstad to Special Assessments Board (unanimous)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will conduct first readings for ordinances regarding deck/porch setbacks and off-street parking requirements. The agenda also includes a request for a public hearing on a land annexation petition and authorization to bid on an animal control facility.

• First reading of Ordinance 1127 (Deck/Porch Setback Requirements)
• First reading of Ordinance 1126 (Off-Street Parking/Loading Requirements)
• Authorization to bid for an Animal Control Facility
• Request for a public hearing regarding the Lyle Kuester land annexation petition
• First reading of Ordinance 1128 regarding alcoholic beverage amendments

The Williston City Commission approved a $713,274 task order for Burns & McDonnell to update the airport master plan, with the city's share around $27,500. They also approved a $32,992.29 on-call consulting task order for engineering services. The commission approved first readings of ordinances on deck/porch setbacks, off-street parking, and alcohol sales changes, and approved a street closure for a neighborhood block party.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and business licenses.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1127 clarifying deck/porch setback requirements.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1126 updating off-street parking and loading requirements.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1128 adopting state alcohol beverage law changes.
• Approved street closure for neighborhood block party on July 18.
• Approved Burns & McDonnell Task Order 1 for airport master plan at $713,274.04.
• Approved Burns & McDonnell Task Order 2 for on-call consulting at $32,992.29.
• Approved library board appointments of Jessica Beyers and Tawnia Cummings.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of the Williston Basin International Airport. The agenda also includes requests for hearings to update city parking and setback ordinances. Additionally, officials will review bids for landfill gas wells and a refuse truck.

• Public hearing for the annexation of Williston Basin International Airport (XWA)
• Proposed updates to off-street parking and loading requirements
• Proposed updates to deck and porch setback regulations
• Bid openings for the 2021 Landfill Gas Well Project and an automated side load refuse truck
• Street closure request for Hair Society Institute Grand Opening

The Williston City Commission approved the annexation of the Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) into city limits, contingent on state transportation department approval. They also appointed Matt Clark as Fire Chief, awarded bids for a landfill gas well project and a new refuse truck, and approved a short plat for a utility substation. The meeting included an executive session on economic development, with no motions made.

• Approved Resolution 21-007 to annex the Williston Basin International Airport (XWA), contingent on North Dakota Department of Transportation consent.
• Appointed Matt Clark as Fire Chief, effective immediately, per Ordinance 1108.
• Awarded the 2021 Landfill Gas Well Project to Landfill Drilling and Piping LLC for $106,574.
• Awarded the purchase of an automated side load refuse truck to Northland Truck Sales for $278,767.
• Approved the short plat for sublots 5 & 6, NWSW, Section 15, to facilitate a Montana-Dakota Utilities substation, contingent on a recorded covenant.
• Approved a street closure request for the Hair Society Institute Grand Opening.
• Appointed Richard Ceynar to the STAR Fund Board.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, accounts, claims, and bills totaling $1,744,105.26.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will review business licenses, contractor licenses, and rural water applications. The agenda includes a bid opening for water and sewer improvements on 1st Avenue East and a street closure request for the Downtowners Crazy Days Sidewalk Sale. Economic development reports will also be presented regarding PACE applications and community grants.

• Bid opening: Water and Sewer Improvements District 21-03 – 1st Avenue East
• Street closure request: Williston Downtowners Crazy Days Sidewalk Sale
• Super Cab License Revocation Appeal
• Flex PACE applications for Skating Academy and AGEE Enterprises
• Community Build Grant applications for Culbertson Lions Club and Coyote Clay Target League

The Williston City Commission approved a $184,098 contract with KDW Construction for water and sewer improvements on 1st Avenue East, approved multiple economic development grants and PACE buydowns, and revoked Super Cab's license after illegal activity. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Bekkedahl absent.

• Awarded KDW Construction $184,098 contract for D21-03 1st Ave East Water and Sewer Improvements (4-0)
• Approved street closure for Williston Downtowners Crazy Days, excluding old Joseph's building and US Bank intersection (4-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buydown of $108,000 for Skating Academy (4-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buydown of $58,000 for AGEE Enterprises (4-0)
• Approved PACE buydown not to exceed $162,000 for Crusoe Energy Services (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 Community Build Grant for Culbertson Lions Club (4-0)
• Approved Community Build Grant up to $50,000 for Coyote Clay Target League, contingent on dollar-for-dollar match (4-0)
• Revoked Super Cab's license immediately (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider street closure requests for local events and review various Flex PACE business applications. The agenda also includes an authorization to bid on a new refuse truck and budget authorization for the Air Carrier Incentive Program. Additionally, the commission will review a development agreement amendment for Hawkeye Village.

• Authorization to bid on an Automated Side Load Refuse Truck
• Bid openings for 2021 Arrow & Crosswalk Striping Project
• Street closure requests for Memorial Day and Downtowners events
• Budget authorization for Air Carrier Incentive Program
• Technology and equipment purchases for new PSAP

The Williston City Commission approved $208,000 in Flex PACE buydowns for five businesses, including Connect Us Therapy, Playworks, Dakota Convenience, Red Rock Collision Center, and Red Mountain Investments. The commission also approved a $700,000 Air Carrier Incentive Program budget, awarded bids for the Arrow & Crosswalk Striping Project and the Street Light Boring Project, and tabled the Super Cab license revocation appeal until June 8. A development agreement amendment for Hawkeye Village was approved on a 3-2 vote.

• Approved $208,000 in Flex PACE buydowns for five businesses (5-0)
• Approved $700,000 Air Carrier Incentive Program budget (5-0)
• Awarded $80,750 bid for 2021 Arrow & Crosswalk Striping Project to Traffic Safety Services (5-0)
• Awarded $100,950.09 bid for 2021 Street Light Boring Project to Prairie Winds Services (5-0)
• Approved street closure requests for American Legion Post 37, Williston Downtowners, and Williston Basin Kruzers (unanimous)
• Tabled Super Cab license revocation appeal until June 8 (no vote)
• Approved Hawkeye Village Development Agreement Amendment (3-2)
• Approved $9,089 for new PSAP technology equipment (5-0)

Elks Youth Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will conduct a second reading of Ordinance 1125 regarding property maintenance. The agenda includes appointing a new City Engineer and Public Works Director. Officials will also discuss landfill gas well projects and water and sewer improvements.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1125 (Property Maintenance)
• Appointment of David Juma as City Engineer
• Appointment of Kenny Bergstrom as Public Works Director
• MSW Landfill Gas Well Project – Burns & McDonnell Task Order 14
• Dangerous building hearings for 607 1st Avenue East and 1009 9th Avenue West

The Williston City Commission passed Ordinance 1125 adopting the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, formally appointed David Juma as City Engineer and Kenny Bergstrom as Public Works Director, and approved a resolution ending the city's COVID-19 emergency declaration. The commission also declared two properties as dangerous buildings, approved a landfill gas well project task order, and ratified actions taken by the Elks Youth Commission earlier that day.

• Passed Ordinance 1125 adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (4-0)
• Appointed David Juma as City Engineer (4-0)
• Appointed Kenny Bergstrom as Public Works Director (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-015 ending the Declaration of Emergency (4-0)
• Declared 607 1st Avenue East a dangerous building and ordered it vacated (4-0)
• Declared 1009 9th Avenue West a dangerous building and ordered it vacated (4-0)
• Approved Task Order #14 for Burns & McDonnell landfill gas well project, not to exceed $41,628 (4-0)
• Ratified Elks Youth Commission actions (4-0)

Special City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consult with the city attorney in an executive session. The agenda consists only of this consultation and procedural items.

• Executive Session for Consultation with Attorney

The Williston City Commission met in special session and voted 5-0 to enter executive session to consult with the city attorney. No motions were made during the closed session, and the commission adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Approved executive session for attorney consultation (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous voice vote

Regular City Commission Meeting

The commission will consider first and second readings of ordinances regarding property maintenance and bingo. The agenda includes bids for the 2021 Sidewalk Improvements District and updates on 3rd Ave W. street work. Additionally, the board will review several business license applications and renewals.

• Ordinance 1125: Property Maintenance (First Reading)
• Ordinance 1124: Bingo (Second Reading)
• Bids for 2021 Sidewalk Improvements District
• Memorandum of Understanding regarding Bird Scooters
• Technology and equipment purchases for the new PSAP

The Williston City Commission approved several contracts and agreements, including a $130,737.50 sidewalk improvement contract with Doeden Construction, the purchase of two mowers for $44,245, and a Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Scooters for shared electric scooters. They also approved a change order for waterline work, a bingo ordinance, and a property maintenance code update. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Bekkedahl absent.

• Approved $130,737.50 sidewalk improvement contract with Doeden Construction (4-0)
• Approved $44,245 purchase of zero-turn and pull-behind mowers from Gooseneck Implement (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1124, second reading, allowing bingo three times per week (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1125, adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (4-0)
• Declared 1119 4th Street West a dangerous and dilapidated property (4-0)
• Approved $281,350 change order for 32nd Avenue watermain project (4-0)
• Approved plat for rearrangement of Lot 1, Williston Square Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Bird Scooters MOU for shared electric scooters (4-0)

Tax Equalization Meeting

The City of Williston Local Board of Equalization will present the assessment roll and annual report. The meeting includes a public hearing for comments and protests regarding residential and commercial recommendations. The board will also review applications for homestead and veteran's credits.

• Presentation of Assessment Roll and Annual Report
• Residential and commercial recommendations
• Public hearing for audience comments and protests
• Review of homestead and veteran's credit applications
• Board actions on formal protests

The Williston Local Board of Equalization reviewed the 2021 assessment roll and approved it as presented, with specific property protests addressed. The board ordered re-evaluations for two residential properties, directed one property owner to file an abatement, and upheld the assessment for another property. All motions passed unanimously 5-0.

• Approved 2021 assessment roll as equalized (5-0)
• Ordered re-evaluation of Brad Goebel and Chris Sperling properties (5-0)
• Directed John Hernandez to file abatement and re-inspection for Blairtown Energy property (5-0)
• Upheld Daisy Doney's assessment as presented (5-0)
• Approved assessor's recommendations on formal protests (5-0)
• Approved corrections including 5% reduction for mobile homes on real estate (5-0)
• Approved findings on classifications, exemptions, and employee properties (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review bids for the 3rd Ave West Roadway Improvements and West Reservoir projects. The agenda includes a first reading of Ordinance 1124 regarding Bingo and reports on property sales and annexations. The board will also consider authorizations to bid on street light and crosswalk striping projects.

• First reading of Ordinance 1124 regarding Bingo
• Bid openings for 3rd Ave West Roadway Improvements & Detention Ponds Project
• Bid openings for the West Reservoir Project
• Authorization to bid on the 2021 Street Light Boring Project
• Report on the sale of property at Open Space 8 Block 15

The Williston City Commission approved several major contracts, including a $3.3 million road improvement project, a $310,000 seal coat project, and a $101,000 striping project. They also approved the annexation of 1,736 acres of airport land, an emergency purchase of a fire truck, and a $540,000 grant for a church daycare. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Awarded $3,303,953.75 contract to BEK Consulting for 3rd Ave West Roadway Improvements & Detention Ponds (5-0)
• Awarded $310,237.91 contract to Asphalt Preservation Co. for 2021 Seal Coat Project (5-0)
• Awarded $101,451.00 contract to Traffic Safety Services for 2021 Striping Project (5-0)
• Awarded $3,015,100.00 base bid plus alternates to DN Tanks for West Reservoir Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-007 to annex 1,736.67 acres of XWA lands into city limits (5-0)
• Approved emergency purchase of Ford F550 wildland firefighting apparatus up to $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved Community Growth Grant up to $540,000 for Light of Christ Lutheran Church daycare (5-0)
• Approved sale of Public Open Space #8 to Sleepy Ridge, LLC (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a tax abatement for NW Properties, LLC. The meeting also includes reviews of watermain improvement agreements and bids for airport equipment.

• Public hearing for NW Properties, LLC tax abatement (2019 and 2020)
• Williston Square Watermain Improvements Project cost share agreement
• Bids for airport zero turn mower and pull behind mower
• Bid opening for the 4th Street Cultural Corridor Project
• Technology and equipment purchases for New PSAP

The Williston City Commission approved a construction contract with Ti-Zack Concrete for the 4th Street Cultural Corridor project, which will install new lighting, curb bulb outs, ADA ramps, trees, and minor sidewalk repairs. The commission also approved a $395,082.75 purchase for technology and equipment for the new 911 dispatch center, a $1,107,914 maximum revenue guarantee agreement with SkyWest Airlines for daily flights to Minneapolis, and a $16,045.68 special assessment waiver for Head Start. The commission tabled a short plat review for a rearrangement of Block 15 in the Harvest Hills Subdivision until the applicant provides condominium association documents.

• Approved a $699,627.50 construction contract with Ti-Zack Concrete for the 4th Street Cultural Corridor project.
• Approved a $395,082.75 purchase of technology and equipment for the new primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) at 3429 4th Avenue West.
• Approved a one-year Transportation Services Agreement with SkyWest Airlines, including a maximum annual payment of $1,107,914 to cover potential operating losses for a daily Minneapolis flight.
• Approved a $16,045.68 special assessment waiver for Head Start for parcel 01-328-00-62-86-000.
• Approved Resolution 21-006, the Investment Management Plan, committing $750,000 per year for 10 years to investments.
• Approved the Maintenance and Nonencroachment Agreement with NDDOT for County Road 7, pending attorney review.
• Approved the purchase of 4 additional SCBA packages for $33,872.00 to donate the current models to the Glenburn Volunteer Fire Department.
• Tabled the short plat review for the rearrangement of Block 15, Harvest Hills Subdivision, pending review of condominium association documents.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a proposed zoning change for Continental Resources and hold a second reading for parking ticket ordinances. The agenda also includes authorizations to bid on several water and street infrastructure projects.

• Proposed zone change from M-1 to M-2 for Continental Resources
• Second reading of Ordinance 1123 regarding parking tickets
• Authorization to bid on the Williston West Reservoir Project
• Authorization to bid on the Williston 32nd Ave. Watermain Improvements Project
• Bid openings for a roll-off hook truck and road repair machine

The Williston City Commission approved a zone change from M-1 to M-2 for a 6.81-acre property west of town, contingent on completion and recording requirements. They also accepted bids for a roll-off hook truck and a road repair machine, approved the second reading of a parking ticket fee ordinance, and extended the new home permit fee waiver for another year. Several grants and appointments were also approved.

• Approved zone change from M-1 to M-2 for 6.81 acres (4-0)
• Approved subdivision plat for Sublot 8 (4-0)
• Accepted bid for Roll-Off Hook Truck from Northland Truck Sales ($153,781)
• Awarded Trailer Mounted Spray Injection Road Repair Machine to Swanston Equipment ($70,368)
• Approved Ordinance 1123 reducing parking ticket fee to $20 (4-0)
• Approved street closure for Community Egg Hunt on Davidson Drive (4-0)
• Extended new home permit fee waiver until March 13, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buydowns for 5027 Jackson Street, LLC, Live in Motion, and Slagle Services (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Commission will consider a request for a public hearing regarding a zone change from M-1 to M-2. The agenda also includes the first reading of an ordinance regarding parking tickets and authorization to bid on several engineering projects.

• Zone change request (M-1 to M-2) for Continental Resources
• First reading of Ordinance 1123 regarding parking tickets
• Bid openings for police vehicles, including two pickups, one sedan, and one SUV
• Authorization to bid on Williston Square 3rd Avenue W Improvement Project
• NDDOT Contract Amendment for the 4th St Cultural Corridor Project

The Williston City Commission approved the consent agenda, including $5.68 million in bills and payroll, and authorized several engineering projects. They awarded police vehicle bids to Red Rock Ford and Ryan Motors, selected Burns & McDonnell as airport engineer of record, and approved first reading of an ordinance lowering parking ticket fines. The most significant decision was approving $997,312 for technology and equipment for the new primary PSAP (911 dispatch center) at 3429 4th Avenue West.

• Approved consent agenda including $5,680,502.72 in bills and payroll (unanimous)
• Awarded two police pickup trucks to Red Rock Ford for $54,298 (4-0)
• Awarded one police sedan to Ryan Motors for $30,737 (4-0)
• Awarded one police SUV to Ryan Motors for $35,000 (4-0)
• Selected Burns & McDonnell as airport engineer of record (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1123 lowering parking ticket fines from $50 to $20 (4-0)
• Approved $997,312 for PSAP technology and equipment (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a zone change in the Hillcrest Subdivision. The agenda also includes authorizations to bid on sanitation and road repair equipment. Additionally, officials will review refuse rate adjustments and lease amendments.

• Zone change from C-2 to R-3 for part of Hillcrest Subdivision
• Authorization to bid on a Roll-Off Hook Truck and a road repair machine
• Refuse rate adjustments for 20, 30, and 40 yard containers
• First amendment to the Tofte and Triangle Development Lease Agreement
• Northern Plains UAS Test Site Ground Lease discussion

The commission voted 4-0 to accept event permits from February 15 and allow alcohol permits for events from March 1, following state guidelines. It also decided not to lease the New Armory, using it for blood draws and senior events, and rescinded the November 10, 2020 mask mandate except in city buildings and commission meetings. The commission approved a zone change for Saving Grace Community Church, contingent on a sewer easement, and approved several fee and lease items.

• Rescinded mask mandate except in city buildings and commission meetings (4-0)
• Approved event permits from Feb 15 and alcohol permits from Mar 1 (4-0)
• Approved zone change to R-3 for Hillcrest Subdivision lots, contingent on sewer easement (4-0)
• Approved refuse rate increases: 20-yard pull to $90, 30/40-yard compactor to $180, effective Mar 1 (4-0)
• Approved lease amendment adding 20,577 sq ft of Lot 19R for parking (4-0)
• Approved UAS Test Site ground lease at XWA, contingent on attorney approval (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,012,289.43 in claims and payroll (unanimous)
• Held executive session on economic development; motion carried (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will consider a requested zone change for the Hillcrest Subdivision. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding school and construction zone fines. Additionally, the commission will review bids for police vehicles and a replacement ambulance.

• Zone change request from C-2 to R-3 for part of Hillcrest Subdivision
• Second reading of Ordinance 1122 regarding school and construction zone fines
• Authorization to bid on police department vehicles
• Bid opening for a replacement ambulance
• Review of revised Water Department fees and Septic Disposal Rates

The Williston City Commission approved a $6.88 million refunding bond issue to refinance older special assessment bonds and finance new district projects, saving an estimated $300,000. They also approved a new ambulance purchase, increased water and septic fees, adopted a revised fund balance policy, and approved several economic development grants. The meeting was largely routine, with all votes unanimous.

• Approved $6.88M Refunding Improvement Bond Series 2021A (5-0)
• Awarded bid for new ambulance to Premier Specialty Vehicles for $265,695 (5-0)
• Approved revised water department fees and septic disposal rates (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-003 establishing 15% General Fund reserve balance (4-0)
• Approved liquor license application fee of $250 and transfer fee of $500 (5-0)
• Approved AE2S Task Order #29 for AWIA Emergency Response Plan, $49,500 (5-0)
• Approved AE2S Task Order #30 for Instrumentation & Control Services, $77,500 (5-0)
• Approved Flex Pace applications for Baja Auto Sales, Prizm Company, Pronghorn Well Service (5-0) and Circle T Transport (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is scheduled to conduct public hearings for multiple property tax abatements for the 2018 tax year. The agenda also includes a zone change request for 5003 2nd Ave W and a review of Ordinance 1122 regarding school and construction zone fines.

• Public hearings for various 2018 property tax abatements
• Zone change from M-1 to C-2 at 5003 2nd Ave W
• Ordinance 1122 regarding school and construction zone fines
• Vacation of an access and utility easement in Harvest Hills Subdivision
• Appointments to the Old Armory Board

The Williston City Commission denied 2018 tax abatement requests for 10 properties, including apartment complexes and a hotel, after the assessor recommended denial due to lack of evidence. They approved a structural value correction for one Washington Valley Apartments parcel. The commission also approved a zone change, a bid award, an ordinance, and several other routine items.

• Denied 2018 tax abatements for 10 properties (5-0)
• Approved structural value change for Washington Valley parcel 01-675-00-00-07-040 to $1,792,600 (5-0)
• Approved vacation of access/utility easement in Harvest Hills Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved zone change from M-1 to C-2 at 5003 2nd Ave W with contingencies (5-0)
• Awarded bid to Ironhide Equipment for 4-wheel work machine at $63,240 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1122 for school and construction zone fines (5-0)
• Approved Freedom Monument lighting project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-002 for Gooseneck property sale (unanimous)