Traill County public meetings in 2024

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District will review several drain maintenance projects, including updates on the Elm River Joint WRD project and work on Carson Drain No. 10, Hanson Drain No. 18, and others. The board will also consider a complaint (Reimer vs. Koenig), a utility permit extension request from Arvig Communications, and year-end financials. Reorganization and officer elections for 2025 are scheduled.

• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update
• Traill County Bridges 328, 332, 336 – Dec. 17
• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project
• Hanson Drain No. 18 / Bridge 302 - 2025
• Reorganization/Officer Elections and 2025 Meeting Dates

The Traill County Water Resource District approved hydraulic analyses for Bridge No. 222 and Bridge No. 209, and granted a deadline extension to Arvig Communications. The board also set its 2025 meeting schedule, authorized year-end budget transfers, and reappointed members to joint water resource districts.

• Approved hydraulic analysis for Bridge No. 222 (unanimous)
• Approved hydraulic analysis for Bridge No. 209 (unanimous)
• Approved Arvig Communications deadline extension (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Authorized year-end budget transfers (unanimous)
• Retained current board organization (unanimous)
• Appointed Andy Neset to Elm River Joint WRD, Jason Siegert alternate (unanimous)
• Appointed Andy Neset to Red River Joint WRD, Gary Thompson alternate (unanimous)

Grand Forks - Traill Joint WRD

This is a special meeting of the Grand Forks - Traill Joint Water Resource District. The agenda includes approval of the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes and discussions on two drainage projects: Legal Drain No. 59 and Thompson Drain No. 72. No other details or decisions are provided in the agenda.

• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Legal Drain No. 59
• Discussion on Thompson Drain No. 72

The Grand Forks - Traill Joint Water Resource District met on December 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on Legal Drain No. 59 (assessments mailed) and Thompson Drain No. 72 (private lateral completed). The meeting adjourned at 8:23 a.m.

• Approved minutes of June 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will vote on transferring $100,000 from Highway Distribution to Road & Bridge to cover a bill shortfall, plus $47,300 from the Legacy Fund to a capital project building fund. The board will also discuss ARPA fund allocation, fuel tank removal, and air-handling units in the Sheriff's office, and consider a deed transfer of tax-foreclosed parcels to Mayville and Hatton cities.

• Transfer $100,000 from Highway Distribution to Road & Bridge to cover payment shortfall
• Transfer $47,300 from Legacy Fund to Capital Project Road & Bridge Building Fund
• Transfer $8,216.70 from ARPA to General Fund
• Motion to allow Chairman and Auditor to sign County Deeds with Mayville City and Hatton City for unsold tax-foreclosed parcels
• Discussion on air-handling units in Sheriff's office and fuel tank removal

The Traill County Commission approved several expenditures, including a $61,000 used semi purchase and a $819,237.60 bid for Bridge 403. They also authorized ARPA fund allocations for technology and road paving, and approved a part-time recorder hire despite one dissenting vote.

• Approved $100,000 transfer from Highway Distribution to Road & Bridge Fund
• Approved $47,300.96 transfer from Legacy Fund to Capital Project-R & B Building Fund
• Approved $8,216.70 transfer from ARPA Fund to General Fund
• Approved purchase of county cell phone for custodian's office
• Approved signing county deeds for tax-foreclosed parcels with Hatton and Mayville cities
• Approved $61,000 purchase of used semi for Highway Department
• Approved $819,237.60 bid from Midwest Contracting LLC for Bridge 403
• Approved hiring part-time recorder employee at 19 hours/week (4-1, Young opposed)

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC Board will approve minutes, treasurer's report, and checks, then act on officer elections, 2025 board members from Galesburg and Buxton, check signers, and the mileage rate. Unfinished business includes updates on Riverview Dairy, housing, and annual reviews. New business also covers the March 19, 2025 Career Expo and the February 5, 2025 Traill County Showcase.

• Election of 2025 Board officers (action required)
• Approval of 2025 check signers (action required)
• Approval of mileage rate (action required)
• Riverview Dairy update (unfinished business)
• Housing update (unfinished business)

The Traill County Economic Development Commission held its December 17, 2024 meeting, approving the November minutes, treasurer's report, and checks. The board elected officers for 2025, continued the 2024 check signers, and set the 2025 mileage rate to follow the county commission's decision. No major project approvals or denials occurred; the meeting was largely routine and administrative.

• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Approved checks (motion carried)
• Elected 2025 officers: Hovet chair, Andresen vice chair, Erickson treasurer (motion carried)
• Continued 2024 check signers for 2025 (motion carried)
• Set 2025 mileage rate to follow Traill County Commission's decision (motion carried)

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District is meeting to consider approval of previous meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and bills. The main action items include Amendment II to the Cost-Share Agreement for Elm River Dams 1 and 2 and Contractor's Application for Payment No. 9 for the ongoing dam improvements project. The board will also set 2025 meeting dates and hold officer elections.

• Amendment II to Cost-Share Agreement for Elm River Dams 1 and 2
• Contractor's Application for Payment No. 9 for Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project
• Approval of November 5 and November 11 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills and Check Detail Report
• Setting 2025 meeting dates and reorganization/officer elections

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District approved a $1,254,345.59 contractor payment for ongoing dam improvements and an amendment increasing the State Water Commission cost share by $100,000. Construction updates were provided for Dams 1, 2, and 3, with substantial completion set for December 31, 2024. The board also set its 2025 meeting schedule and elected Andy Neset as chairman.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 5 and November 11 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved bills and treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment II to SWC Cost-Share Agreement, increasing cost share by $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Contractor's Application for Payment No. 9 for $1,254,345.59 for all three dams (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Elected Andy Neset as chairman (unanimous)

Water Resource District

The board will discuss updates and maintenance for several county drains and bridges. The meeting includes a review of bills and bank statements, as well as a specific drain tile permit application.

• Review of James Schlieman Drain Tile Application 2024-21
• Maintenance and updates for Carson Drain No. 10, Morgan Drain No. 36, and Miller Drain No. 29
• Reconstruction study for Roseville Drain No. 19
• Discussion on Traill County Bridges 328, 332, and 336
• Review of complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig

County Commission

The Traill County Commission will vote on the 2025 ambulance service contract with West Traill Ambulance (same terms as last year), approve a correction to prior minutes regarding a parcel valuation for Degelman Industries, and appoint Doris Vigen to the AVHSZ board. The board will also discuss the use of ARPA funds and authorize the chairman and auditor to sign deeds for properties sold at tax foreclosure sale. Appointments with county officials are scheduled for updates.

• Correction to Nov. 7 minutes: Degelman Industries parcel #26-0023-0008-020 structure value set at $1,632,767.00
• Appointment of Doris Vigen to AVHSZ board for three-year term starting Jan. 1, 2025
• Approval of 2025 ambulance service contract with West Traill Ambulance (same as 2024)
• Motion to allow chairman/auditor to sign deeds for tax foreclosure sale properties
• Discussion on allocation of ARPA funds (no action item)

Water Resource District

The board will discuss updates and maintenance for multiple drain projects and bridges. They are also reviewing several drain tile applications and one complaint. The meeting includes a review of bills and a building update.

• Cost-Share Agreement for Miller Drain No. 29 outlet repair
• Maintenance and reconstruction studies for Carson Drain No. 10, Roseville Drain No. 19, and Morgan Drain No. 36
• Drain tile applications from Pete Lovas, American Crystal Sugar, and Eliason
• Review of Traill County Bridges 302, 328, and 332
• Complaint regarding Reimer vs. Koenig

County Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a grant request and the signing of county deeds following tax foreclosures. The meeting includes a discussion on a parking lot and an update on the 2024 Presidential Election.

• Grant request of $2,030.00 for Historical Society annual disbursements
• Raffle permit for MayPort Arena Association for a March 1, 2025 drawing
• Tax foreclosure deed for Buxton City, Parcel #31-0003-10067-000 ($4,504.88)
• Tax foreclosure deed for Blanchard Township, Parcel #03-4003-04439-000 ($1,807.74)
• Discussion regarding the parking lot

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Corporation board will discuss updates on the Riverview Dairy project, Riverwalk housing, and Hatton housing. Action items include approving the October meeting minutes and treasurer's report. New business covers a Builder's Summit date, annual reviews, and officer nominations for 2025.

• Riverview Dairy update
• Riverwalk housing update
• Hatton housing update
• Builder's Summit Date
• Officer Nominations for 2025

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District will discuss Change Orders No. 7 and 8, Contractor's Payment Application No. 8, Moore Engineering Task Order No. 1, and a cost-share request for the Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project. The board will also hold an executive session for attorney consultation regarding reasonably predictable litigation and negotiations related to the construction contract.

• Change Order No. 7 for Elm River Dams 1,2,3 Improvements Project
• Change Order No. 8 for Elm River Dams 1,2,3 Improvements Project
• Contractor's Application for Payment No. 8
• Moore Engineering Task Order No. 1
• Cost-share request for Elm River Dams improvements

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on November 7, 2024. They will vote on approving minutes from October 15 and a raffle permit for Central Valley Dollars for Scholars. The board will receive reports on Prairie Dog Funding and AVHSZ October finances (no action needed). Scheduled appointments include updates on omitted property notice, front steps, highway updates, EDC board appointment, new hire, Medicare policy, and a Youthworks contract.

• Motion to approve raffle permit for Central Valley Dollars for Scholars
• Kayla Knudson appointment on Omitted Property Notice at 8:05 a.m.
• Corwyn Martin & Matt Lange appointment on Highway Updates at 8:30 a.m.
• Jim Murphy appointment for EDC Board Appointment at 8:50 a.m.
• Steve Hunt appointment on Youthworks Contract & Updates at 9:20 a.m.

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District will review and approve the October meeting minutes and bills. They will consider Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 7 and Change Order No. 6 for the Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project. The board will also enter an executive session to consult with an attorney on reasonably predictable litigation and negotiations related to the construction contract.

• Approve October 1 meeting minutes
• Approve bills from Treasurer’s Report
• Consider Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 7 for Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project
• Consider Change Order No. 6 for the Elm River Dams project
• Enter executive session for attorney consultation on litigation and contract negotiations (N.D. Cent. Code §§ 44-04-19.1(2), (5), (9))

Water Resource District

The board will discuss the status and maintenance of multiple drainage projects and bridges. The meeting includes a review of bills, bank statements, and permit applications.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Traill County Bridges 302, 328, and 332
• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project
• Roseville Drain No. 19 reconstruction study
• Reimer vs. Koenig complaint

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC will consider actions regarding PACE loan terms for Nokota Packers and Siwek Lumber. The board will also discuss a transfer from the general fund to the reserve and a Business Training & Certification Grant pool.

• Amendment to Nokota Packer’s PACE loan terms
• Siwek Lumber Flex PACE loan
• Business Training & Certification Grant pool
• Transfer from general fund to reserve
• Updates on Riverwalk and Riverwood housing

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District will review and discuss multiple drain maintenance projects, including a bond resolution for Carson Drain No. 10. The board will also consider approving a drain tile application for Ed Crotty and hear a complaint between Reimer and Koenig. Updates on building status and various drain projects such as Blanchard-Norman and Elm River Joint WRD will be provided.

• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project bond resolution
• Ed Crotty Drain Tile Application 2024-16
• Hanson Drain No. 18 / Bridge 302 - 2025 project
• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status update
• Reimer vs. Koenig complaint

County Commission

The Board of Commissioners will determine sales prices for tax foreclosure properties ahead of a November 19 sale. The body will also consider appointments for the 2024 ND State Fair Delegates and review regular bills for payment.

• Setting sales prices for tax foreclosure property for the 11-19-24 sale
• Appointment of two commissioners to the 2024 ND State Fair Delegates
• Approval of annual Maintenance Certification for Federal Aid Projects
• Review of 2025 Dental/Vision rates with Heather Hovey
• Approval of regular bills and Auditor’s warrants

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board will review payments and change orders for the Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project. The meeting includes an executive session for attorney consultation regarding litigation and negotiations related to the project's construction contract.

• Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 6 for Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project
• Change Order No. 4 for Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project
• Change Order No. 5 for Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project
• Executive session regarding construction contract litigation and negotiations

Water Resource District

The board will discuss the status and maintenance of multiple drain projects and bridges. The meeting includes a review of bills, bank statements, and a permit application for Corey Moen.

• Review of Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project and Lateral
• Updates on Traill County Bridges 302, 328, and 332
• Maintenance project for Carson Drain No. 10 and Sproule Farms Agreement
• Review of Corey Moen Drain Tile Application 2024-15
• Discussion of Reimer vs. Koenig complaint

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $266,899.20 transfer from the Road & Bridge Fund into a new Road Legacy Fund, a lodging rate increase from $96.30 to $99.00, and a $5,000 grant for the Traill County Historical Society. They will also discuss Measure #4 with state legislators, review the 2023 Financial Audit, and receive updates on ARPA funds and the 2025 final budget.

• Measure #4 discussion with Senator Randy Lemm, Representatives Mike Beltz and Jared Hagert
• Motion to approve $5,000 grant for Traill County Historical Society
• Transfer $266,899.20 from Road & Bridge Fund to new Road Legacy Fund
• Increase lodging rate from $96.30 to $99.00
• Motion to accept 2023 Financial Audit

Water Resource District

The board will consider approval of minutes and bills, then discuss status updates and maintenance for numerous drain projects across the county. Other business includes review of the 2023 audit and a building update. A complaint (Reimer vs. Koenig) and several permit applications are also on the agenda.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update - park lease
• Carson Drain No. 10 – maintenance project
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig
• 2023 Audit review

The Traill County Water Resource District approved a $69,615 quote from Contech for arch culverts and directed Ohnstad Twichell and Moore to pursue a maintenance bond. They also approved a roof repair quote, a utility permit, a drainage request, and a culvert agreement, all unanimously.

• Approved $69,615 Contech arch culvert quote for Carson Drain No. 10 (unanimous)
• Directed Ohnstad Twichell and Moore to move forward with maintenance bond (unanimous)
• Approved Culvert and Access Agreement with Glenn and Glennis Endrud (unanimous)
• Approved Polar Communications utility permit with special conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Williams Farms drainage request on highway right of way (unanimous)
• Accepted Skinner Roofing quote for entire roof, not to exceed $20/sq ft (unanimous)
• Directed Secretary-Treasurer to obtain Notary commission (unanimous)

County Commission

The Commission will vote to finalize the 2025 budgets, appoint election inspectors for the November 5 general election, and consider a speed enforcement contract. They will also open bids for highway gravel stockpile and receive updates on County Road 25 and other highway matters. The meeting includes approval of regular bills and warrants.

• Appoint Julie Foss as vote-by-mail inspector and Becky Gunderson as Mayville voting precinct inspector for the Nov 5 general election
• Finalize 2025 county budgets
• Open bids for highway gravel stockpile
• Discuss speed enforcement contract with Steve Hunt
• Receive update on County Road 25 from Kevin Sondreal

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC will hold a regular business meeting to approve minutes and the treasurer's report. Unfinished business includes updates on Riverview Dairy, board member replacement, and the Riverwalk and Riverwood housing projects. New business covers Cornerstone Properties, the Hot on the Traill event, a Lead Local update, and board training on five North Dakota ballot measures. The meeting concludes with community updates.

• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and check approval
• Riverview Dairy update (unfinished business)
• Riverwalk and Riverwood housing updates
• Board training on five North Dakota ballot measures this fall

The Traill County Economic Development Commission approved the amended Aug. 22, 2024 minutes, the treasurer's report, and checks including New Jobs Training payments and a PACE interest buydown. The board discussed board member replacements, housing developments, and the Riverview Dairy water permitting process. No major policy decisions were made; actions were routine approvals.

• Approved Aug. 22, 2024 minutes as amended (motion carried)
• Approved treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Approved checks including New Jobs Training and PACE buydown (motion carried)

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District will consider Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 5 for the Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project. The board will also enter executive session for attorney consultation regarding potential litigation and negotiations related to the construction contract. Routine reports include approval of minutes and bills.

• Secretary's report and August 6 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and approval of bills
• Contractor's Application for Payment No. 5 for Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project
• Executive session for attorney consultation on litigation and contract negotiations

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District approved Contractor's Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $538,017.28 for the Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project. The board also discussed a contractor's claim and defective work notices, but took no action on those items. The meeting was otherwise routine, approving the agenda, minutes, and treasurer's report.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 6 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bills and treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved Contractor's Application for Payment No. 5 for $538,017.28 (unanimous)

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District holds a regular meeting to approve minutes, bills, and bank statements, then discusses status updates on over a dozen drainage projects and reviews a permit application from Schumacher Farms. A complaint between Reimer and Koenig is also on the agenda.

• Permit review: Drain Tile Notification 2024-01 – Schumacher Farms
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig
• Status updates on Blanchard-Norman 23-40, Elm River Joint WRD, and other drain projects
• Approval of August bank statements and general journal entries
• 2023 audit discussion

The Traill County Water Resource District approved a contractor payment of $304,861.49 for the Blanchard-Norman Drain No. 23-40 project, which reached substantial completion. They also approved a $5,000 repair bid for Belmont-Stavanger Drain No. 52 and a card reader system quote. Several other projects were discussed, including ongoing repairs and permit applications.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and electronic fund transfers (unanimous)
• Approved August bank statements and general journal entries (unanimous)
• Approved Contractor's Application for Payment No. 5 for $304,861.49 for Blanchard-Norman Drain No. 23-40 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 repair bid from Mudpumpers Mudjacking for Belmont-Stavanger Drain No. 52 (unanimous)
• Approved and authorized signing of card reader system quote from Halstad Telephone Company (unanimous)

County Commission

The Traill County Commission approved routine agenda, minutes, and payables, including payroll and vendor bills. They approved the 2025 Safe Kids Grant, a ditch cleaning permit, and the sale of used equipment to various buyers. The board also approved a $99,025.25 third-party inspection for the Climax bridge (with cost share), a $48,849 patrol vehicle purchase, a new lodging policy, and a $24,300 ITD payment from ARPA funds. The courthouse parking lot expansion was put on hold.

• Approved 2025 Safe Kids Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved regular bills and auditor's warrants (unanimous)
• Set spring gravel stockpile bid opening for Sept 17, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of used equipment to various buyers (unanimous)
• Approved ditch cleaning permit for Christopher Hong (unanimous)
• Approved $99,025.25 bridge inspection cost share (unanimous)
• Approved $48,849 patrol vehicle purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $24,300 ITD payment from ARPA funds (unanimous)

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC holds a regular business meeting with action items including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and votes on Cornerstone Properties Flex PACE and Family Healthcare. Updates will be provided on Riverview Dairy, the Mayor's & Auditor's Summit, and 'Growing Small Towns'. The board also addresses a resignation and replacement for outgoing members.

• Cornerstone Properties Flex PACE – action needed
• Family Healthcare – action needed
• Riverview Dairy update
• Board member resignation and replacement
• Hot on the Traill and Lead Local program updates

Water Resource District

The board will approve meeting minutes and bills, then receive updates on numerous drain maintenance and reconstruction projects. They will also review the 2023 audit under other business.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update - park lease
• Traill County Bridges 302, 328, and 332
• Buxton Drain No. 68 – pipe by RR
• 2023 Audit

County Commission

The Traill County Commission will hear a notice of water appropriation from the East Central Regional Water District and consider a Joint Powers Agreement for Drain 10. They will also discuss 2025 budgets, receive highway and sheriff updates, and review used-equipment bids. A public budget hearing is scheduled for September 25.

• Notice of Application for Appropriation of Water for the East Central Regional Water District
• Joint Powers Agreement for Drain 10 with Jason Siegert
• 2025 budget review with Kim Jacobson
• Used equipment open bids presented by Corwyn Martin
• Highway updates from Corwyn Martin and Matt Lange

County Commission

The Traill County Commission will consider approving the agenda and minutes, then discuss several operational items. They will vote on a $368 contract with ArcaSearch to digitize 2023 minutes, appoint a county delegate, and decide on moving the November 7 meeting due to the election. A key item is the review of 2025 budgets and a motion to proceed with estimated tax statements, which affects property tax bills. Appointments include updates on E911, highway projects, and insurance.

• Approval of ArcaSearch proposal ($368) for digitizing 2023 commission minutes
• Appointment of Deb Guest as Traill County Delegate
• Motion to approve estimated tax statements for 2025 budget
• E911 updates from Steve Hunt, Ben Gates, and Jerry Tollefson
• Highway updates from Corwyn Martin and Matt Lange

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District will consider approving a contractor's payment application and a change order for the Elm River Dams 1, 2, and 3 Improvements Project. The board will also enter executive session to discuss attorney consultation regarding reasonably predictable litigation and negotiations related to the construction contract. Routine business includes approving July meeting minutes and bills.

• Contractor's Application for Payment No. 4 for Elm River Dams 1,2,3 Improvements
• Change Order No. 3 for the same project
• Executive session for attorney consultation on litigation and contract negotiations (N.D. Cent. Code §§ 44-04-19.1(2),(5),(9))
• Approval of July 2 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and approval of bills

Water Resource District

The board will discuss the status and maintenance of multiple drain projects and bridges. The meeting includes a review of bills, bank statements, and the 2023 audit. Members will also review permit applications and a complaint regarding Reimer vs. Koenig.

• Status of Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project and Lateral
• Updates on Traill County Bridges 59, 60, 328, and 332
• Reconstruction study for Roseville Drain No. 19
• Maintenance and repair projects for various drains including Borke No. 15 and Miller No. 29
• Review of the 2023 Audit

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding a special meeting to provide information on Roseville Drain No. 19. No formal decisions or proposals are scheduled; the meeting is solely for informational purposes.

• Roseville Drain No. 19 informational meeting

Water Resource District

The Water Resource District is holding a special meeting for a field inspection of legal drains throughout Traill County. The meeting will begin at the district office and conclude at the Mayville Golf Course. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a procedural inspection tour.

• Inspect 56 Alternate 200 Drain 56
• Inspect 52 Belmont-Stavanger drain
• Inspect 23-40 Blanchard-Norman and Lateral
• Inspect 73 Elm River Diversion / Knudsvig
• Inspect 70 Kelso Floodway

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC will vote on June minutes and the treasurer's report, then discuss the 2025 preliminary budget and a PACE application from Central Valley Bean Company. New business also includes a Riverview Dairy project, a $10,000 transfer to the revolving loan fund, and rescheduling the August meeting.

• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes and checks
• Discussion of 2025 preliminary budget
• Central Valley Bean Company PACE application
• Riverview Dairy project discussion
• Transfer of $10,000 to reserve/revolving loan fund

Water Resource District

The board will review minutes, bills, and bank statements from June. They will discuss status updates on numerous drain projects including Blanchard-Norman, Elm River Joint WRD, and several others. Appointments for Red Owl Drain No. 55 are scheduled. Permits for tile applications and a complaint between Reimer and Koenig will be considered. Other business includes building updates, pledge of assets, 2023 audit, and 2025 assessment values.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Pay App No. 4 status
• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project cost share agreement
• Appointments for Red Owl Drain No. 55 with Kurt Elliott and Harlyn Erickson
• Permits: Chris Hong tile applications 2024-11 and 2024-12
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig

County Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to receive updates on highways and the sheriff's office. The body will also discuss the Pledge of Assets and Unclaimed Property and meet with the TC Housing Authority.

• Highway updates and setting a date for equipment auction
• Pledge of Assets & Unclaimed Property discussion
• Sheriff updates
• TC Housing Authority meeting
• Notice of Garrison Diversion Matching Recreation Grant Program with maximum award of $75,000 per project

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The District will review June 4 meeting minutes and approve bills. The agenda includes Change Order No. 2 and Pay App No. 3 for the Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project. An executive session is scheduled for attorney consultation regarding litigation and negotiations related to the dam project construction contract.

• Change Order No. 2 for Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project
• Pay App No. 3 for Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project
• Executive session regarding construction contract litigation and negotiations

County Commission

The meeting includes receiving reports on liabilities, expenses, and Prairie Dog funding with no action required. The Board will also hear highway updates and review information regarding County Road 25.

• Highway updates from Corwyn Martin and Matt Lange
• County Road 25 updates
• Prairie Dog Funding updates
• June Liabilities & Expense reports

Water Resource District

The board will review status updates for various drainage projects and bridge maintenance. Members will also consider a drain tile permit application and discuss building maintenance and the 2023 audit.

• Tyler Bjerke Drain Tile Application 2024-10
• American Crystal Sugar partial decommissioning
• Roseville Drain No. 19 reconstruction study
• Maintenance for Traill County Bridges 59, 60, 328, and 332
• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC will discuss the 2025 preliminary budget and business improvement grants. The board will also review updates regarding 'Hot on the Traill' and the Revolving Loan Fund.

• Approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2025 preliminary budget
• 'Hot on the Traill' update
• Additional Business Improvement Grants
• Revolving Loan Fund education and historical report

County Commission

The Board will approve recent meeting minutes and authorize the signing of the 2024 Township Road Mileage Report. The agenda also includes scheduled updates regarding highway operations, the sheriff's office, a website grant, and a salary survey.

• Authorization for Chairman to sign the 2024 Township Road Mileage Report
• Highway updates from Corwyn Martin and Matt Lange
• Sheriff updates from Steve Hunt
• Website grant discussion with Ben Gates
• Salary survey discussion with Heather Hovey

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District will review the May 7 meeting minutes and approve bills. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project.

• Approval of May 7 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills
• Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District will discuss several drainage project updates, including the Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project and Elm River Joint WRD. The meeting also includes reviewing drain tile permit applications and discussing building maintenance for the district office.

• Review of drain tile permit applications
• Status update on Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project
• Discussion regarding American Crystal Sugar partial decommission
• Maintenance project for Carson Drain No. 10
• Building maintenance review for roof and plumbing

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will review a request to use American Rescue Plan Act funds for a one-time fee covering Microsoft licenses and Tyler ERP Pro Programs for the county’s new server. The agenda also covers primary election ballot distribution, highway updates, and a tax equalization meeting. These items address county IT system funding and upcoming election logistics that affect local voters and property assessments.

• Request to use ARPA funds for a one-time fee covering Microsoft licenses and Tyler ERP Pro Programs
• Primary Election update: 1628 ballots requested with 1012 received as of June 3
• Traill County Tax Equalization Meeting scheduled at 9:00 a.m.
• Highway updates from Corwyn Martin and Matt Lange
• DES Grant Approval, Salary Survey, and VSO Updates presentations

Grand Forks - Traill Joint WRD

The Grand Forks - Traill Joint Water Resource District will review status updates for Legal Drain No. 59 and Thompson Drain No. 72. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding assessment values.

• Status update on Legal Drain No. 59
• Status update on Thompson Drain No. 72
• Discussion of assessment value
• Review of August 15, 2023, meeting minutes

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review 2025 budget requests from various county departments. No motions will be made at this meeting; it is solely for discussion and review.

• Health District budget presented by Brenda Stallman
• Tax Director budget presented by Kayla Knudson
• All Highway budgets presented by Corwyn Martin and John Wright
• Sheriff & DES budgets presented by Steve Hunt
• Economic Development budget presented by Jim Murphy

County Commission

The Belmont Park Board is meeting to review park operations, including opening after Memorial Day, utility turn-ons, and needed repairs. They will discuss a potential matching grant for electrical work, set the 2025 budget, and review park finances. The agenda includes both decisions and discussion items.

• Approved door repairs via TruDoor totaling $2,078.54
• Discussion of estimates for electrical issues
• County assistance with fallen trees and stump removal
• Potential matching grant application for electrical work
• 2025 budget discussion (2024 budget was $10,000)

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will vote on the agenda, minutes, a raffle permit for Sanford Health Foundation, and a one-time liquor license for the Hillsboro Vets Club. The board will also hear updates from county officials and departments, including the sheriff, highway department, and a DNA Mobility representative.

• Raffle permit for Sanford Health Foundation, drawing July 19, 2024
• One-time liquor and beer license for Hillsboro Vets Club wedding dance on June 7, 2024
• Appointments: Glenda Haugen (Tyler changes), Steve Hunt (Sheriff updates), Travis Palm (DNA Mobility), Corwyn Martin & Matt Lange (Highway updates)
• County Park Board meeting immediately following regular meeting
• Upcoming: budget reviews May 22, primary election June 11, canvassing board June 24

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission will review and vote on a Flex PACE loan for Hatton Machine, approve minutes and treasurer's report, and consider mini grants. The board will also discuss moving meetings to Tuesday, a TIF educational column, and scheduling the Mayor Summit for November.

• Flex PACE loan review and vote for Hatton Machine
• Approve April 16, 2024 minutes
• Approve treasurer's report and checks
• Vote on mini grants
• Discussion of move to Tuesday meetings

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding its regular meeting to discuss and decide on various drainage projects, permits, and complaints. The agenda includes status updates on multiple drain projects, review of bills, and consideration of permits and a complaint.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status and Lateral
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update
• Traill County Bridges 59, 60, 328, and 332
• Permits: Halstad Telephone Company utility permit
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board will meet to review the Secretary's and Treasurer's reports. The primary agenda item is the Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project.

• Approval of April 2 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills
• Elm River Dams 1, 2 and 3 Improvements Project

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including a funding agreement with the ND State Court for the Clerk of District Court office, appointment of election inspectors, and a resolution for County Road 25. They will also discuss whether to hold one or two commission meetings in July and receive updates on highway projects, assessing, Belmont Park, and health insurance.

• Motion to allow Chairman to sign funding agreement with ND State Court for 2025-2027 funding of Clerk of District Court office
• Appointment of election inspectors: Julie Foss (Vote-By-Mail) and Becky Gunderson (Mayville Polling Place)
• Discussion on holding one vs. two July commission meetings (July 2 and July 16)
• Resolution needed for County Road 25 with GF County Engineer Nick West
• Updated Prairie Dog Funding Bucket Report as of April 2024

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding a regular meeting to discuss and act on various drainage projects, permits, and complaints. The agenda includes status updates on multiple drain projects, review of bills, and consideration of permits and a complaint. This is a routine meeting with no major policy decisions indicated.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status and Lateral
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update
• Traill County Bridges 59, 60, 328, and 332
• Permits: Halstad Telephone Company utility permit
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including approving an on-sale liquor license for Naastad Acres, appointing a Reorganization/Dissolution Board, and ordering flags. The board will also hear from department heads and contractors on highway updates, truck bids, funding, and other topics. Several items are informational only, such as the Agassiz Valley Human Service Zone minutes and a signed water district contract.

• Approve on-sale liquor and beer license for Naastad Acres
• Appoint Traill County Reorganization/Dissolution Board
• Order 8 flags from Hillsboro Stars & Stripes Club
• Discuss Veterans Memorial bench repairs
• Hear highway truck bids and funding updates with KLJ and county engineer

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve the secretary's and treasurer's reports, including checks. They will also discuss unfinished business involving a Nodak Insurance loan, a Luther Memorial Home loan, and a question about the 2023 audit, plus new business on a website conversion and an educational column.

• Approve March 19, 2024 minutes
• Approve treasurer's report and checks
• Discuss Priority One (Nodak Insurance) loan
• Discuss Luther Memorial Home loan
• Discuss TCEDC website conversion and update

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding a regular meeting to review and approve minutes, bills, and bank statements, and to discuss multiple drain maintenance and reconstruction projects. The board will also consider drainage permits, complaints, and the 2025-2027 Water Development Plan, which has an April 30 deadline.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status and Lateral
• Surface Drain Permit No. 6306 for Mark and Randy Thompson
• Surface Drain Permit No. 6312 for Carson Drain No. 10
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig
• 2025-2027 Water Development Plan deadline April 30, 2024

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board will meet to review reports and approve bills. Discussions include the 2025-2027 Water Development Plan and improvement projects for Elm River Dams.

• Elm River Dam No. 1 and No. 2 Improvement Project No. 2022-01
• Elm River Dam No. 3
• 2025-2027 Water Development Plan (deadline April 30, 2024)

County Commission

The Traill County Commission will vote on setting the 2024 election worker hourly rate at $18.00 and discuss a parking lot expansion. The agenda also includes bid openings for gravel, culverts, and fuels, plus appointments on topics like bereavement leave policy, health insurance, carpet, highway shop updates, and establishing an annexation board. Several items are informational only, including the county's 150th anniversary project and upcoming meetings.

• Motion to set 2024 election worker hourly rate at $18.00
• Bid opening for gravel, culverts & fuels at 8:05 a.m.
• Discussion of parking lot expansion
• Appointment: Heather Hovey on Bereavement Leave Policy #306 & Health Insurance
• Appointment: Glenda Haugen to discuss establishing an annexation board

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The body is holding an informational meeting to provide updates on the Elm River Dams renovations. A quorum of the Traill County Water Resource District may also attend.

• Information on Elm River Dams renovations

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board is holding a special meeting to discuss a change order regarding Elm River Dam No. 2.

• Change Order No. 1 – Elm River Dam No. 2

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, bills, and bank statements, and to discuss multiple drain projects, including the Blanchard-Norman 23-40 and Elm River Joint WRD. They will also consider appointments, permits, complaints, and other business such as the 2021-2022 audit and the 2025-2027 Water Development Plan.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update
• Traill County Bridges 59, 328, and 332
• Permits: Randy Thompson Tile App 2024-01; David Camrud Tile App 2024-02
• 2025-2027 Water Development Plan – deadline April 30, 2024

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The district is meeting to review cost share amendments for dam improvement projects and a bond resolution. The body will also approve meeting minutes and bills.

• Elm River Dam No. 1 and No. 2 Improvement Project No. 2022-01 SWC Cost Share Amendment I
• Elm River Dam No. 3 SWC Cost Share Amendment II
• Bond Resolution

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve routine reports and minutes, discuss the Career Expo and marketing campaign, and vote on 2024 Business and Public Spaces mini-grant funding. The board will also consider speaker ideas for the Lunch & Learn series and future tours.

• Vote on 2024 Business and Public Spaces mini-grant funding
• Approve Feb 15, 2024 minutes
• Approve treasurer's report and checks
• Career Expo/Job Fair wrap-up
• Hot On the Traill Marketing Campaign discussion

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will vote on 2024 beer and liquor licenses for The Goose River Golf Club and Walleye Vision, LLC (1908 House in Garfield Township). They will also open and accept insurance bids, and hear from department heads and officials. The agenda includes several informational items and upcoming event notices.

• 2024 Beer & Liquor Licenses for The Goose River Golf Club
• 2024 Beer & Liquor Licenses for Walleye Vision, LLC (1908 House, Garfield Township)
• Insurance bid opening and acceptance
• Training on new website March 19-21, 2024 (no action)
• 150th Anniversary book proposal by Walsworth Company

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission held an email meeting March 4-6, 2024, and approved two payments from the reserve fund for Year 1 of previously approved Flex PACE buydowns with Bank of North Dakota. The motion carried unanimously.

• Approved check #1044 for $1,896.32 for Magnuson Tire Flex PACE buydown Year 1
• Approved check #1045 for $15,299.44 for NoKota Packers, Inc. Flex PACE buydown Year 1

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission held an email meeting March 4-6, 2024, and approved two payments from the reserve fund for Year 1 of previously approved Flex PACE buydowns with Bank of North Dakota. The motion was made by Andresen and seconded by Erickson, and carried.

• Approved check #1044 for $1,896.32 for Magnuson Tire Flex PACE buydown
• Approved check #1045 for $15,299.44 for NoKota Packers, Inc. Flex PACE buydown

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding its regular meeting to review and approve bills, minutes, and various drain business items. The board will discuss project statuses, maintenance projects, and a reconstruction study, as well as review permits and a complaint. They will also get updates on the 2021-2022 audit and the 2025-2027 Water Development Plan.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Traill County Bridges 59, 328, and 332
• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project
• Surface Drain Permit Application No. 6306 - Thompson Bros. Drain
• Complaint: Reimer vs. Koenig

Traill County EDC

The Traill County EDC Business Assistance Committee met to discuss and recommend two PACE loan buydowns. They recommended a $56,000 loan for NoKota Packers and a $10,000 loan for Magnuson Tires, both with terms involving Bank of North Dakota funding and prime plus 1 percent interest. The recommendations will go to the full board for approval.

• Recommended PACE buydown loan up to $56,000 for NoKota Packers, 7-year term, prime plus 1% interest
• Recommended Flex PACE buydown loan up to $10,000 for Magnuson Tires, 5-year term, prime plus 1% interest
• NoKota loan reduces interest from 7.9% to 3.5%, saving about $101,000 in interest
• Magnuson loan reduces interest from 7% to 3.5%; land value increased from $1,000 to $390,000 after buildout
• Committee discussed Magnuson's lack of business plan and viability concerns

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Board will meet via conference call to award a construction contract for the Elm River Dams. This is the single item scheduled for discussion before adjournment.

• Award Construction Contract for Elm River Dams

County Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss upcoming election training schedules. The agenda includes motions for insurance bid openings, a contract amendment with UND Biology Department, and a board appointment.

• First Amendment to Agreement between UND Biology Department, Game & Fish and Traill County
• Appointment of Laurel Larson to the Agassiz Valley Social Service Zone Board
• Insurance bid opening scheduled for March 12, 2024
• Raffle permit for Stordahl Lutheran Church
• E911 Funding discussion with State SIRN and NDACo

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board will meet to review reports and discuss water resource projects. The agenda includes updates on dam improvements and cost share amendments.

• Elm River Dam No. 1 and No. 2 Improvement Project No. 2022-01
• Elm River Dam No. 3
• Red River Joint WRD Cost Share Amendments

Water Resource District

The District will review various drain maintenance and reconstruction projects, including the Elm River Joint WRD and Carson Drain No. 10. The meeting also includes reviews of bills, bank statements, and permit applications.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project status update
• Elm River Joint WRD Project cost share amendments
• Carson Drain No. 10 maintenance project
• Roseville Drain No. 19 reconstruction study
• BNSF Settlement permit review

Traill County EDC

The Traill County Economic Development Commission will hold its regular meeting, taking action on the secretary's and treasurer's reports, including approving minutes and checks. They will also discuss unfinished business such as a mileage rate change to $0.67, new committee assignments, and the 2021-2022 audit report, plus new business including the Hot on the Traill update, a possible meeting day change to the third Tuesday, the 2024 Career Expo and Job Fair, and website redesign feedback.

• Mileage rate change to $0.67
• 2021-2022 audit report
• Discussion on changing meeting day to 3rd Tuesday
• 2024 Traill County Career Expo and Job Fair
• Website redesign feedback

Water Resource District

The Traill County Water Resource District is holding a regular meeting to discuss and decide on various water management issues. The agenda includes updates on several drain projects, review of permits and complaints, and financial matters. This is a routine business meeting with no major policy decisions expected.

• Blanchard-Norman 23-40 Project Status
• Elm River Joint WRD Project Update
• Belmont-Stavanger Drain No. 52 – reconstruction
• Carson Drain No. 10 – maintenance project
• Complaints: Reimer vs. Koenig

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The Elm River Joint Water Resource District is holding a special virtual meeting on January 11, 2024. The purpose of the meeting is for a quorum of the District to attend a State Water Commission pre-commission meeting.

• Attendance at State Water Commission pre-commission meeting

County Commission

The Traill County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, appoint a chairman and committee portfolios for 2024, set the mileage reimbursement rate, and approve the sale of tax-foreclosed properties to Mayville and Hatton. They will also fill a vacancy on the Board of Health and hear updates from county departments.

• Set 2024 mileage rate: state increased to $0.67, current is $0.655
• Approve deeds for tax-foreclosed parcels: #27-0009-07420-000 to Mayville City; #28-0001-04302-010 and #28-0005-07638-000 to Hatton City
• Appoint Joy Tandberg to Board of Health, replacing Bill Krivarchka
• Appoint Les Amb as District #5 Chairman for 2023
• Hear updates from Highway, Tax Director, Sheriff, and other departments

Elm River Joint Water Resource District

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and bills. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Elm River Dam No. 1 and No. 2 Improvement Project No. 2022-01 and Elm River Dam No. 3.

• Elm River Dam No. 1 and No. 2 Improvement Project No. 2022-01
• Elm River Dam No. 3
• Approval of December 7 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills via Check Detail Report

Water Resource District

This is a procedural meeting of the Traill County Water Resource District. The agenda contains only the agenda itself and draft minutes for review; no substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review of 2024 draft minutes