Williston public meetings in 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes requests for public hearings on a comprehensive plan and zone change for Northview Subdivision from low-density residential to heavy industrial, and for an alcoholic beverage license for Pizza Ranch. The commission will also authorize advertising for bids on West Broadway and Sloulin North improvements, and approve memorandums of understanding with Williams County and the North Dakota Firefighters Association. Additionally, they will discuss 2026 business license renewals, adoption of the 2026 state building code, and an out-of-budget vehicle purchase.

• Request for public hearing on comprehensive plan and zone change for Lots 1 & 3 Northview Subdivision from (A) Agriculture to (M-2) Heavy Industrial
• Request for public hearing on Pizza Ranch alcoholic beverage license
• Authorization to advertise for bids on West Broadway Improvements
• Authorization to advertise for bids on Sloulin North, 36th & 38th Improvements
• Memorandum of Understanding with Williams County for emergency vehicle storage and shared use

The Williston City Commission approved the 2024 North Dakota State Building Code, the 2024 International Fire Code, and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, effective January 1, 2026, while declining three state amendments. The commission also renewed all 2026 business and alcoholic beverage licenses, approved an out-of-budget vehicle purchase up to $50,000, and approved a consent agenda including accounts payable of $3,287,401.06. The meeting included an executive session on contract negotiations, after which a motion was approved (4-0).

• Adopted 2024 North Dakota State Building Code, IFC, and IPMC (4-0)
• Renewed 2026 business licenses contingent on inspections and compliance (4-0)
• Renewed 2026 alcoholic beverage licenses contingent on inspections and compliance (4-0)
• Approved out-of-budget vehicle purchase not to exceed $50,000 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,287,401.06 in accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved motion from executive session on contract negotiations (4-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will consider approving utility rate resolutions, a zone change to residential, and a contract amendment for confining city inmates. The meeting also includes public hearings on right-of-way petitions and bid openings for a sewer collection project.

• Zone change from C-2 to R-1 for Aafedt Addition
• Vacation of Right-of-Way for Former Crest Street
• Confinement of City Inmates Contract Amendment
• Jet Truck Combo (Sewer Collection) bid opening
• Enterprise Fund Utility Rates — Resolution 25-029

The City Commission unanimously approved the agenda for the December 9 meeting. They also approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting as part of the consent agenda. Additionally, the consent agenda included approval of listed payments for accounts, claims, and bills.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved payment list for accounts, claims, and bills (consent agenda)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1174 to adopt a consolidated utility fee schedule, and hold a public hearing on a tax abatement for Menard, Inc. property for tax year 2023. The consent agenda includes license approvals, financial reports, and grant applications. Commissioners will also consider Flex PACE applications for several businesses and cemetery rate changes.

• Ordinance 1174 - Consolidated Utility Fee Scheduled (Second Reading)
• Public Hearing: Menard, Inc. Property Tax Abatement for Tax Year 2023
• Flex PACE applications: Dekalb Aviation, Fleetwood Properties, Follman Consulting, H&H Electric, Magnus Services, Placement Solutions, Safari Trampoline Park
• Cemetery Rates Resolution 25-027
• Western Area Water Supply Authority SRF Loan Agreement - Resolution 25-028

The commission approved the agenda by voice vote. The consent agenda was approved, including the November 10 minutes, business licenses, and the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Lights Parade street‑closure request. A series of city payments and reimbursements were authorized. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved business licenses (consent agenda)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce Holiday Lights Parade street‑closure request (consent agenda)
• Authorized payment to Aflac Traditional & Direct $1,662.06
• Authorized payment to Avesis $2,744.74
• Authorized payment to ND State Tax Commissioner $370.80
• Authorized payment to WEX Health Inc. $2,832.34

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 10, 2025. The agenda includes a first reading of a consolidated utility fee schedule and several consent agenda items, such as streetlight pole installation and street closure requests for the Downtowners Holiday Stroll.

• First reading of Ordinance 1174 — Consolidated Utility Fee Schedule
• Approval of streetlight poles for 2026 Williston Square Projects
• Street closure request for Williston Downtowners Holiday Stroll
• Airfield Pavement Maintenance Contract — Hi-Lite Airfield Change Order 1
• Dakota Roseland Apartments XIV & XVI — Flex PACE Program Repayment

The commission approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Siemieniewski, seconded by Bervig. The consent agenda items—including approval of the October 28, 2025 minutes, business licenses, a street‑closure request for the Downtowners Holiday Stroll, and the October 23‑November 7, 2025 accounts, claims and bills—were approved. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Agenda approved (motion by Siemieniewski, seconded by Bervig)
• October 28, 2025 minutes approved (consent agenda)
• Business licenses approved (consent agenda)
• Williston Downtowners Holiday Stroll street‑closure request approved (consent agenda)
• Accounts, claims, and bills for Oct 23‑Nov 7, 2025 approved (consent agenda)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as minutes and business licenses, as well as several contract and land use items. Key items include real estate purchase agreements with Quest Properties for lots in the Monroe Subdivision, a bid advertisement for a Jet Truck Combo sewer collection system, and a quit‑claim deed for Fairground Road right‑of‑way. The commission will also review an ambulance billing agreement with Quick Med Claims, LLC and a petition to discontinue a street access easement in Bennett Industrial Park.

• Quest Properties, LLC – Real Estate Purchase Agreements (Resolution 25-025 & 25-026) for Lots 14 & 15 and Lot 16, Monroe Subdivision
• Authorization to Advertise for Bids – Jet Truck Combo (Sewer Collection)
• Fairground Road Right‑of‑Way – Quit Claim Deed
• Third Party Ambulance Billing Agreement – Quick Med Claims, LLC
• Proposed Petition to Vacate and Discontinue Street Access and Utility Easement – Bennett Industrial Park

The commission approved the meeting agenda after removing item 3A and adding item 9A. They also approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda with removal of 3A and addition of 9A (motion by Bekkedahl, seconded by Gjovig)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved business licenses (consent agenda)
• Approved Extra Mile Day proclamation (consent agenda)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on zone changes converting Rural Estate (R-1E) to Single Family Residential (R-1) for a 16,402-square-foot lot and to Parks & Open Space (P) for two lots totaling nearly 10 acres as part of the Rosaaen Rearrangement. Also up for public hearing are confirmations of special assessments for Sidewalk Improvement District 24-1 and lot mowing. The Commission will take second readings of ordinances setting commissioner salaries (Ordinance 1172) and making legislative updates (Ordinance 1173). Reports will include the 2024 city audit and a 2026 SAFER grant for the Fire Department.

• Public hearing on zone changes for Rosaaen Rearrangement: Lot 1 (16,402 sq ft) to R-1, Lot 2 (4.88 acres) and Lot 4R (5.01 acres) to Parks & Open Space
• Confirmation of special assessments for Sidewalk Improvement District 24-1 and Lot Mowing
• Second reading of Ordinance 1172 — Salaries for Commissioners
• Second reading of Ordinance 1173 — Legislative Updates
• Consent agenda includes Permanent Traffic Control Signal agreement on Highway 2 & 48th Avenue West

The commission added a 10A Cemetery Board appointment to the agenda and then approved the revised agenda, both by unanimous voice vote. The minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting were also approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Added 10A Cemetery Board appointment to agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda with the added appointment (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved listed payments in the consent agenda

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed 2026 budget (Resolution 25-019), a first-reading ordinance setting commissioner salaries (Ordinance 1172), and a first-reading legislative update (Ordinance 1173). They will also vote on the second reading of Ordinance 1168, which adds yard regulations, and consider a zone change request for the Rosaaen Rearrangement east of East Dakota Parkway. Additionally, the commission will discuss a resolution committing to the Energy Center Hockey/Convention Facility Project.

• Public hearing on 2026 budget (Resolution 25-019)
• First reading of Ordinance 1172 — salaries for commissioners
• Second reading of Ordinance 1168 — additional yard regulations
• Zone change from R-1E to R-1 and P for Rosaaen Rearrangement Lots 1, 2, and 4R, east of East Dakota Parkway and north of 18th Street East
• Commitment to Parks and Recreation for Energy Center Hockey/Convention Facility Project (Resolution 25-021)

The commission voted unanimously to adopt the meeting agenda. It then approved the minutes from the September 9 and September 15 meetings, the listed business licenses, the Spooky Speedway street closure, and the September 4‑19 payments. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved regular meeting minutes – September 9, 2025
• Approved special assessment meeting minutes – September 9, 2025
• Approved special meeting minutes – September 15, 2025
• Approved business licenses (consent agenda)
• Approved street closure for Spooky Speedway (Williston Police Department)
• Approved payments listed in accounts, claims, and bills (Sept 4‑19, 2025)

Special City Commission Meeting

The commission reviewed the 2026 budget, noting a $2.2 million deficit and possible capital cuts, but took no formal action on budget items. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously by voice vote. No other proposals were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Special Assessment Board Meeting

The Special Assessment Board will hold a public hearing to consider any objections to special assessment improvement districts. The agenda includes a discussion of the Sidewalk Improvements District D24-1 and a review of Lot Mowing and Code Compliance Assessments identified as LM 25.

• Special Assessment hearing for Sidewalk Improvements D24-1
• Lot Mowing & Code Compliance Assessment (LM 25)

The Special Assessment Board approved the annual Sidewalk Improvement District D24‑1 plan after a presentation by City Engineer David Juma. It also approved the lot mowing assessments while deferring all CDP assessments per the settlement recommendation. Finally, the board voted to extend Jory Meyer’s term for another six years. All three actions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Sidewalk Improvements D24‑1 plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved lot mowing assessments; deferred CDP assessments (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved six‑year extension of Jory Meyer’s board term (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will vote on two zoning changes, converting agricultural land to light industrial and general commercial uses. Commissioners will also review Ordinance 1168 on additional yard regulations (first reading) and Ordinance 1171 for a large‑format retailer alcoholic beverage license (second reading). Additional agenda items include contract approvals for engineering services and a pledge resolution for a park sales tax.

• Zone change A: Agriculture to M-1 Light Industrial for a 6.10‑acre unplatted tract, NW Section 2, T154, R101
• Zone change B: Agriculture to C-2 General Commercial for Sublot 1, SW¼ NW¼, Section 25, T1155, R101W – Black Gold Oilfield Services, LLC
• Ordinance 1168 – Section 25.F – Additional Yard Regulations (first reading)
• Ordinance 1171 – Large‑Format Retailer Alcoholic Beverage License (second reading)
• Engineering contracts: TAP Grant Design Services (SRF Task Order 3) and Dakota Drive Improvements Change Orders 1 and 2

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will set public hearings for September on two zone changes and a zoning ordinance amendment, and will hold readings on ordinances regarding disabled veteran parking and large-format retailer alcohol licenses. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, business licenses, a street closure request for a homecoming parade, and authorization to advertise for snow removal bids. The commission will also hear public comment and departmental reports.

• Request for a public hearing on a zone change from A: Agriculture to M-1: Light Industrial for a 6.10-acre unplatted tract in NW Section 2, Township 154, Range 101
• Request for a public hearing on Ordinance 1168 to allow uncovered decks/porches to encroach into front yard setback up to 6 feet
• Request for a public hearing on a zone change from A: Agriculture to C-2: General Commercial for Sublot 1, SWNW Section 25, Black Gold Oilfield Services, LLC
• Ordinance 1170 – Disabled Veteran Parking (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 1171 – Large-Format Retailer Alcoholic Beverage License (First Reading)

The commission approved the agenda as presented after a motion by Siemieniewski and a second by Gjovig. The vote was unanimous by voice. No other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will meet to discuss various administrative approvals, including a right-of-way purchase and a new armory lease. The body will also hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding disabled veteran parking and open bids for roof improvements.

• Ordinance 1170: Disabled Veteran Parking (First Reading)
• Purchase Agreement with Bethel Lutheran Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center for Right-of-Way along 16 Avenue West (Resolution 25-018)
• Bid opening for 2025 Gene Emery Building Roof Improvements (Shop)
• National Opioids Settlement Participation Agreement
• Plat Review for the Timber Subdivision, a Rearrangement of Lots 1R-8R, Block 6R — Braaten Rentals

The commission moved item 2A6 off the consent agenda by unanimous voice vote. The consent agenda was then approved, covering the July 22 minutes, a mobile food vendor license for Thai Tasty, a resolution supporting the Theodore Roosevelt Expressway, participation in the National Opioids Settlement, a new armory lease, and a community art display.

• Moved item 2A6 off consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from July 22, 2025
• Approved Thai Tasty mobile food vendor license
• Approved support of Theodore Roosevelt Expressway (Resolution 25-017)
• Approved National Opioids Settlement Participation Agreement
• Approved new armory lease agreement
• Approved community art display

Special City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission is holding a special meeting to review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026. The agenda includes public comment before the budget review. No other business is scheduled.

• 2026 Preliminary Budget Review

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to approve the FY 2026 preliminary budget passed with a 5‑0 vote. The commissioners then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved FY 2026 preliminary budget (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1166 to extend and reenact the 1% sales and use tax for the Williston Parks and Recreation District. The meeting also includes approvals of minutes, several business and event‑center liquor licenses, and a review of recent accounts, claims, and bills. Additional agenda items cover street‑closure requests, contractor licenses, and a bid advertisement authorization.

• Ordinance 1166 – Extending and re‑enacting the 1% sales and use tax for the Williston Parks and Recreation District (second reading)
• Rude Foods LLC DBA Jer Bears Snow Shack – Mobile Food Vendor License
• Great Northern Events – Event Center License for beer and liquor alcoholic beverage license
• Authorization to Advertise for Bids (Engineering)
• Accounts, Claims, and Bills – July 3‑16, 2025

The commission voted unanimously to adopt the agenda changes (9C2 – City Attorney JPA) and to approve the agenda as presented. The consent agenda was approved, including the July 8, 2025 minutes, a mobile‑food vendor license for Rude Foods LLC, two street‑closure requests, and a list of city payments for July 3‑16, 2025.

• Approved agenda changes (9C2 – City Attorney JPA) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved the agenda as presented – unanimous voice vote
• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved Mobile Food Vendor License for Rude Foods LLC DBA Jer Bears Snow Shack
• Approved street‑closure request for Williston CVB Chokecherry Festival
• Approved street‑closure request for Williston Boys Baseball Committee
• Approved payment of listed accounts, claims, and bills for July 3‑16, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold two public hearings on zone changes to allow general commercial uses. The board will also consider the first reading of Ordinance 1166 to extend the 1% sales tax for the Parks and Recreation District. Other agenda items include a commercial real estate purchase agreement, a request to advertise for bids for a building re-roof, and routine consent items.

• Public hearing on zone change from M-1 to C-2 for south 30' of Lot 17, Monroe Subdivision
• Public hearing on zone change from R-1 to C-2 for Lots 3-5, Longview Addition
• First reading of Ordinance 1166 to extend 1% sales tax for Williston Parks and Recreation District
• Commercial real estate purchase agreement for Lots 17 and 18R, Monroe Subdivision (Resolution 25-015)
• Request to advertise for bids for 2025 Gene Emery Building Re-Roof

The Williston City Commission met at 6:00 pm with all five commissioners present. A consent agenda was presented that included approval of the June 24, 2025 minutes, business licenses, a request for a public hearing on the Great Northern Event Center (Great Northern Events, the Mustang Room, 202 Brix), and two street‑closure requests (Main Street Market and Converge Community Worship Festival). The minutes do not record any vote totals or explicit approvals for these items.

• Consent agenda item: Approval of June 24, 2025 minutes – outcome not recorded
• Consent agenda item: Business licenses – outcome not recorded
• Consent agenda item: Request for public hearing on Great Northern Event Center – outcome not recorded
• Consent agenda item: Street closure request – Main Street Market – outcome not recorded
• Consent agenda item: Street closure request – Converge Community Worship Festival – outcome not recorded

Regular City Commission Meeting

The commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes a commercial real estate purchase agreement for Lot 20, Block 16, Original Townsite (Resolution 25-014), along with routine approvals for minutes, licenses, and street closures. They will also consider requests to schedule public hearings on two zone changes (M-1 to C-2 and R-1 to C-2) for the July 8 meeting. Departmental reports and multiple grant applications, including Flex PACE, community, and childcare grants, are also on the agenda.

• Commercial real estate purchase agreement for Lot 20, Block 16, Original Townsite (Resolution 25-014)
• Request for public hearing on zone change from M-1 to C-2 for South 30’ of Lot 17, Block 1, Monroe Subdivision
• Request for public hearing on zone change from R-1 to C-2 for Lots 3, 4, 5, EX STATE, Block 1, Longview Addition
• Street closure requests: National Night Out, Summer Nights on Main, Monday Night Block Party
• Transportation Alternative Project Grant Acceptance and Infrastructure Safety Action Plan Implementation Grant Application

The commission approved a change to the agenda adding item 8A – President of the Board by unanimous voice vote. They also approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 5 and June 10 meetings, business licenses, street‑closure requests, and a list of accounts, claims and bills for payment. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved agenda change to add 8A – President of the Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of Special Commission Meeting – June 5, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of Regular Commission Meeting – June 10, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approved business licenses (consent agenda)
• Approved street‑closure requests for Police Night Out, Summer Nights on Main, and Basin Kruzers Block Party (consent agenda)
• Approved payment of listed accounts, claims and bills (consent agenda)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission meeting will consider resolutions to end four Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts—Districts 7, 8, 10, and 11. The agenda also includes a bid opening for an engineering project on Sloulin Drive between 26th and 33rd Streets. Additional items are routine approvals such as minutes from the May 27 meeting and various departmental reports.

• Termination of TIF District 7 (Resolution 25-010)
• Termination of TIF District 8 (Resolution 25-011)
• Termination of TIF District 10 (Resolution 25-012)
• Termination of TIF District 11 (Resolution 25-013)
• Bid opening for Sloulin Drive 26" to 33" Street engineering project

The commission approved adding the 9E – Engineering Emergency Project to the agenda after a motion by Bekkedahl and second by Siemieniewski, passing unanimously by voice vote. The commissioners also approved the agenda as presented, again unanimously by voice vote. The consent agenda items – May 27 minutes, business licenses, and accounts, claims and bills for May 22‑June 4 – were approved.

• Added 9E – Engineering Emergency Project to agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved business licenses (consent agenda)
• Approved accounts, claims, and bills for May 22‑June 4, 2025 (consent agenda)

Special City Commission Meeting

At this special meeting, the Williston City Commission will consider and likely vote on appointing a new police chief. No other business is on the agenda.

• Appointment of Police Chief

The commission voted to appoint Captain Steven Gutknecht as the permanent Chief of Police. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The agenda was approved by voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Captain Steven Gutknecht as permanent Chief of Police (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution 25-009 authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds by the South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority for the benefit of Sanford. They will also consider second reading of Ordinance 1165, which addresses speeding in construction zones. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, business licenses, accounts, and contractor licenses. Reports include a final plat review for Corner Post Subdivision and a short plat review for Wegley Green Acres Subdivision.

• Public hearing on Resolution 25-009 for revenue bonds benefiting Sanford
• Second reading of Ordinance 1165 on speeding in construction zones
• Final plat review for Corner Post Subdivision (rearrangement of lots in Bennett Industrial Park)
• Short plat review and right-of-way vacation for Wegley Green Acres Subdivision (Bakken Baptist Church)
• Bid openings (details not specified)

The commission voted unanimously by voice to adopt the agenda as presented. The consent agenda included approval of the Tax Equalization Meeting minutes from May 8, 2025 and the regular meeting minutes from May 13, 2025. The remainder of the meeting consisted of routine financial disbursements listed in the consent agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Tax Equalization Meeting minutes (May 8, 2025)
• Approved regular meeting minutes (May 13, 2025)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will consider a zoning change for the Bakken Industrial Park and a request for a public hearing regarding revenue bonds for Sanford. The meeting also includes a purchase agreement with Cold Brew, LLC and a proposed ordinance regarding speeding in construction zones.

• Public hearing for zone change of Lots 5 & 6 of Bakken Industrial Park from R-4 Highrise Multi-Family Residential to M-1 Light Industrial
• Resolution 25-008 regarding a public hearing for Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (Sanford)
• Purchase Agreement with Cold Brew, LLC
• Authorization to advertise for bids for Sloulin Drive from 26th St to 33rd St
• Ordinance 1165 regarding speeding in construction zones

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda by voice vote. The consent agenda items were approved, including the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes, business licenses, a request for a public hearing on May 27, 2025 (Resolution 25-008), and the accounts, claims, and bills for April 17‑May 7, 2025.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved business licenses
• Approved request for public hearing on May 27, 2025 (Resolution 25-008)
• Approved accounts, claims, and bills for April 17‑May 7, 2025

Tax Equalization Meeting

The Williston Board of Equalization will present the tax assessment roll and annual report, then open a public hearing for audience comments and formal protests. After the hearing, the board will take actions on individual protests, consider corrections, exemptions, and applications for homestead and disabled veteran's credits, and review commissioner and office personnel properties.

• Public hearing for property assessment protests and audience comments
• Board actions on formal protests received prior to equalization
• Review of corrections to the assessment roll
• Consideration of exemptions and homestead/disabled veteran's credit applications
• Review of City of Williston Commissioner and office personnel properties

The Williston Board of Equalization voted unanimously to adopt several findings confirming the accuracy of property classifications, credit applications, employee property valuations, and the overall 2025 assessment roll. It then declared the City of Williston 2025 assessments equalized as presented. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Finding #1 – all property classifications proper – approved (5-0)
• Finding #2 – veteran, homestead credit and exemption applications proper – approved (5-0)
• Finding #3 – employee property valuations proper – approved (5-0)
• Finding #4 – overall 2025 assessment roll proper – approved (5-0)
• Motion #1 – declare 2025 assessments equalized – approved (5-0)
• Motion – protests and comments reviewed – approved (5-0)
• Motion – follow protest recommendations except where noted – approved (5-0)
• Motion – corrections and changes reviewed – approved (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will consider a subdivision plat and development agreement for Northstar Center. The meeting includes reviews of airport construction change orders and a request for a future public hearing on a zone change for the Bakken Industrial Park.

• Proposed Final Subdivision Plat and Development Agreement for Northstar Center Subdivision Rearrangement #1
• Request for public hearing on May 13 to change Lots 5 & 6 of Bakken Industrial Park from R-4 Highrise Multi-Family Residential to M-1 Light Industrial
• De-Ice Apron Expansion Construction — Change Order 1
• On-Call Engineering — Burns & McDonnell Task Order 12
• 1% Sales Tax Agreement — Williams County

Commissioners voted to approve the agenda as presented, with a unanimous voice vote. The meeting also included routine items such as reading and approval of the April 8, 2025 minutes and processing of numerous city checks and payments. No other substantive motions or decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold second readings and votes on five ordinances, including wildlife management and 48-hour parking restrictions. The board will also open bids for the landfill final cover project and consider a temporary freshwater line easement. Several proclamations and department reports are on the agenda, along with consent items such as minutes and claims approval.

• Ordinance 1163: Wildlife Management Program (second reading)
• Ordinance 1164: 48-hour parking limit (second reading)
• Bid opening for 2025 Cells 1-4 Final Cover Phase 1B at landfill
• Temporary freshwater line easement for River Rain
• Proclamations for Clean City/Free Landfill Day and National Library Week

The commission voted unanimously to approve the meeting agenda. The consent agenda, which included approval of the March 25 minutes and the March 20‑April 2 financial claims and bills, was also approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda, including March 25 minutes and March 20‑April 2 financial items

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold public hearings on Ordinance 1160 (removing 'food' from quasi-institutional definitions) and a proposed subdivision rezoning for Northstar Center. The consent agenda includes routine approvals, and multiple first-reading ordinances address animal penalties, building code penalties, wildlife management, and parking. The meeting also covers a bid opening for an underground wire replacement project and agreements for school resource officers and Sun Country Airlines.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1160 to remove 'food' from quasi-institutional definition (first reading)
• Public hearing on Northstar Center Subdivision Rearrangement #1 with rezoning to A-Agricultural and C-2 General Commercial
• Bid opening for 2025 Underground Wire Replacement Project (street lights)
• First readings of ordinances on animal penalties, building code penalty, wildlife management, and 48-hour parking
• Air Service Agreement with Sun Country Airlines

The commission moved to add the 2Fi Settlement Agreement to the meeting agenda. The motion was seconded and passed by unanimous voice vote. The commission then approved the full agenda, including the added item, also by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved change to agenda to add 2Fi Settlement Agreement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved the agenda with the added 2Fi Settlement Agreement (unanimous voice vote)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will vote on the consent agenda including claims and licenses, and consider a request to set a public hearing for March 25 regarding a subdivision plat, land use designation change, transportation plan amendment, and rezoning for Northstar Center Subdivision. Other business includes a proposed zone change at 1402 West Broadway from commercial to multifamily, second reading of a liquor license ordinance amendment, and approval of a School Resource Officers MOU.

• Request for public hearing on subdivision plat, land use, transportation plan, PUD amendment, and rezoning for Northstar Center Subdivision #1 (Lots 1-3, Section 23)
• Proposed zone change from C-2 General Commercial to R-3 Low-rise Multi-family at 1402 West Broadway
• Second reading of Ordinance 1157 amending municipal liquor license for domestic winery
• Authorization to advertise for bids for snow removal equipment (multi-function plow & broom) for the airport
• School Resource Officers Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

The Williston City Commission approved a zone change for 1402 West Broadway from C-2 General Commercial to R-3 Low-rise Multi-family and Townhouse, allowing residential use. They also approved the second reading of Ordinance 1157 amending the municipal liquor license ordinance for domestic wineries, and Resolution 25-006 for a Neighborhood Revitalization Program sponsored by Gate City Bank. The consent agenda, including accounts payable of $4,594,571.84, was approved unanimously.

• Approved zone change at 1402 West Broadway from C-2 to R-3 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1157 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-006 for Neighborhood Revitalization Program (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,594,571.84 in payments (unanimous)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 25, 2025, to consider several items including a public hearing on a proposed zone change from C-2 to R-3 at 1402 W Broadway, a public hearing on an ordinance amendment to remove 'food' from the definition of Quasi-Institutional, and a public hearing on a liquor license amendment. The agenda also includes bid openings for various projects, a budget amendment, and a dangerous building hearing.

• Public hearing on zone change from C-2: General Commercial to R-3: Low-Rise Multifamily at 1402 W Broadway
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1160 to remove 'food' from Quasi-Institutional definition
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1157 amending Municipal Liquor License Ordinance for domestic winery license
• Bid openings: 2025 Seal Coat Project, Striping Project, Sidewalk District 25-1, Auctioneer Services, Wrecker Services
• Resolution 25-005: 2025 Budget Amendment for Landfill & Care Flight

The City Commission approved a request to place a measure on the ballot to indefinitely extend the existing 1% sales and use tax for the Williston Parks & Recreation District. The board also awarded several infrastructure contracts and approved the demolition of a dangerous building at 825 2nd Ave West.

• Approved ballot language to indefinitely extend 1% sales tax for Parks & Recreation (5-0)
• Approved demolition of dangerous building at 825 2nd Ave West (5-0)
• Awarded 2025 Seal Coat Project to ASTECH for $209,440.40 (5-0)
• Awarded 2025 Striping Project to Traffic Safety Services for $74,470.50 (5-0)
• Awarded 2025 Sidewalk District 25-1 to Jaramillo Concrete for $161,012.50 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1157 allowing domestic wineries to off-sell any wine (5-0)
• Authorized $74,982.76 from police auction fund for Motorola camera contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-005 to amend 2025 budget for landfill and Care Flight (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will consider a taxicab license denial appeal, a resolution to amend a property tax exemption extension, and a dangerous building hearing. Bid openings for several roadway and detention pond improvements are scheduled. The commission will also discuss a $10,000 community enhancement request and a rental car operator agreement at the airport.

• Tarek Hug — Taxicab License Denial Appeal
• Resolution 25-004 Amending Property Tax Exemption Extension
• Dangerous Building Hearing — 517 4th Street West
• Bid Openings: 13th Avenue W Roadway & Detention Pond 8 Improvements
• Additional Request for $10,000 for Community Enhancement

The Williston City Commission approved four construction contracts: 13th Avenue W Roadway & Detention Pond 8 Improvements ($3,054,374.18 to Central Specialties), Detention Pond 6 and Airport Ditch Improvements ($997,204.82 to Central Specialties), 2nd Avenue NW Roadway Improvements ($1,848,446 to Knife River), and a 4-Wheel Work Machine for the airport ($61,359.97 to Ironhide Equipment). All contracts were approved unanimously (5-0). The commission also denied a taxicab license appeal, approved a property tax exemption extension for TIF districts, and approved several other items.

• Awarded 13th Ave W & Detention Pond 8 contract to Central Specialties for $3,054,374.18 (5-0)
• Awarded Detention Pond 6 & Airport Ditch contract to Central Specialties for $997,204.82 (5-0)
• Awarded 2nd Ave NW Roadway Improvements contract to Knife River for $1,848,446 (5-0)
• Approved Ironhide Equipment bid for airport work machine, $61,359.97 after trade-in (5-0)
• Denied Tarek Huq's taxicab license denial appeal (5-0)
• Declared 517 4th St W property dangerous; gave owner until April 12 to comply (5-0)
• Approved AE2S Task Order #5 for I&C services, not to exceed $85,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-004 extending property tax exemption to TIF district owners (5-0)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Williston City Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 1159, which would amend city code to exempt Crossmod homes built to HUD standards from certain regulations. The commission will also consider a new off-sale beer license for Michoacan Market LLC and authorize bids for sidewalk, seal coat, and striping projects.

• Public hearing for Michoacan Market LLC — New Off-Sale Beer License
• Second reading of Ordinance 1159 amending Crossmod homes HUD code exemptions
• Authorization to advertise for bids: 2025 Sidewalk District 25-1, Seal Coat Project, Striping Project
• Semi-Annual Review of Pledged Collateral
• Flex PACE applications for Red River Oilfield Services, Big Red Building Company, Dacotah West, Swanson Energy, High Plains Energy Service

The City Commission approved several Flex PACE business buydown applications and community grants. The board also passed an ordinance regarding Crossmod home exemptions and approved a new beer license.

• Approved off-sale beer license for Michoacan Market, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1159 regarding Crossmod home HUD code exemptions (4-0)
• Approved Flex PACE buydowns for Red River Oilfield Services (up to $45,000), Big Red Building Company (up to $43,000), Dacotah West ($50,000), Swanson Energy (up to $73,000), and High Plains Energy Service (up to $43,000) (4-0)
• Approved community grants for Williston Boys Baseball ($50,000) and James Memorial Preservation Society ($28,400) (4-0)
• Approved financial institution reports for semi-annual pledged collateral review (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.9M in accounts/payroll and authorization to bid for 2025 Sidewalk District 25-1, Seal Coat, and Striping projects (Unanimous)
• Removed citizen correspondence regarding Police Department transparency from agenda for further review

Special City Commission Meeting

The Board of City Commissioners will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

• Executive Session for contract negotiation (NDCC 44-04-19.2)

The special meeting was called to order, followed by an executive session under NDCC 44-04-19.2 for contract negotiation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the executive session.

• Held executive session for contract negotiation (NDCC 44-04-19.2)

Regular City Commission Meeting (Pending Board Approval)

The commission will hold a public hearing and first reading on Ordinance 1159, which amends city code to add definitions and exemptions for crossmod homes built to HUD standards. They will also consider consent agenda items including business licenses and authorizations to advertise bids for road and drainage improvements. Bid openings are scheduled for refuse trucks, street milling, airport redevelopment, and a multi-purpose command vehicle.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1159 (crossmod homes HUD code exemptions)
• Authorization to advertise bids for Detention Pond 6, Airport Drainage Ditch, 2nd Ave NW, and 13th Ave W roadway improvements
• Bid openings for Front Load and Side Load Refuse Trucks (Sanitation)
• Bid opening for Multi-Purpose Command Vehicle (Fire)
• Request for public hearing on Michoacan Market LLC new off-sale beer license

The Williston City Commission approved several bids and resolutions, including a $23.6 million contract for the Sloulin Field Airport redevelopment and a $364,710 front load refuse truck. They also passed an ordinance amendment regarding CrossMod homes, adopted new fee schedules for fire inspections and emergency medical calls, and approved multiple engineering task orders. The meeting included an executive session for attorney consultation, with no motions made, and a special meeting scheduled for January 23.

• Approved $23,645,879.55 bid from Reede Construction for airport redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved $364,710 bid from Northland Truck Sales for front load refuse truck (5-0)
• Rejected side load refuse truck bid as over budget (5-0)
• Approved $608,968 bid from Knife River for 26th Street mill & overlay (5-0)
• Approved $66,165.30 bid from Red Rock Ford for command vehicle (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 1159 amending CrossMod home definitions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-001 for 2025 fire inspection fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-002 for 2025 emergency medical call rates (5-0)