Ward County public meetings in 2023
48 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review the 2023 County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan for adoption. The meeting also includes the review of regular bills totaling $241,678.92 and various year-end administrative items.
- Adoption of the 2023 County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approval of regular bills totaling $241,678.92
- Approval of HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $9,445.77
- Ward County ARPA Project No. 63: City of Burlington Lagoon Modification
- 2024 Liquor License for Farmers Union Oil of Minot DBA Enerbase Cooperative Resources
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review financial documents for December 2023. The agenda includes budget revenue and expense reports for November 2023 and personnel updates from the Director.
- November 2023 expenditures and bills
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for November 2023
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Adjunct Data Reports for Youthworks, FTE, and Walk In Client Counts
- Director's evaluation and staff survey
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will consider approving regular bills totaling $684,381.51 and HS Zone bills of $39,267.02. The meeting includes discussions on 2024 contracts for several development and historical societies, as well as the 2024 reorganization of the Commission.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $684,381.51 and HS Zone bills totaling $39,267.02
- 2024 contracts for Berthold Development Corporation, Makoti Development Corporation, and other local societies
- Contract for boarding Renville County inmates and Joint Powers Agreement for Stutsman County residents
- Approval of 2024 liquor licenses for HOPR, LLC, Minot VFW Post 753, Inc., Pinks Bar & Grill, LLC and The Hunter’s Den, Inc.
- Purchase of a hydraulic lift for the Ward County Sheriff’s Department
Weed Control Agendas
The board is meeting to authorize the bidding process for chemicals and contractors for the 2024 and 2025 spray seasons. Members will also elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2024 and set the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Authorization to bid chemicals for 2024 spray season
- Authorization to bid contractors for 2024 and 2025 spray seasons
- Unexpended budget balance of $84,029.48 as of November 30, 2023
- Review of bills including $31,800.00 to Walker’s Lawncare LLC for weed spraying
- Review of bills including $5,600.00 to Walker’s Lawncare LLC for drone spraying
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Ward County Water Resource Board will meet to discuss infrastructure maintenance and land use applications. The board will review specific plat and special use applications and address ongoing drainage complaints.
- Plat applications for Blume-Tatman, Cogdill-Kirkelie, and Nesdahl-Eureka
- Special Use Application for Hemphill-Kirkelie
- Drainage complaints DC23-002 and DC19-002
- Discussion on medium hazard dam inspections and flood pump maintenance
- Review of Nedrose Easements
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman and review several planning and zoning applications. The body is also considering contracts for inmate boarding and various highway projects.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $394,655.15 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $55,731.45
- Public hearing for a Special Use Permit application for Daryl Sangray
- Contract for boarding City of Garrison’s inmates
- Minot to Burlington Multi Use Path Overlay Project
- Approval of 14 County Deeds for foreclosed properties sold at public auction
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss infrastructure improvements. The agenda includes planning for intersection lighting, rumble strips, and a new roundabout west of Minot. The board is also reviewing detention center contracts and human resources pay amendments.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $830,543.63 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $49,219.10
- Engineering services for a roundabout at the intersection of CR 14 & 17
- Installation of 67 miles of edge line and centerline rumble strips
- Detention center boarding contracts for Burke County, McHenry County, and the cities of Burlington, Kenmare, and Surrey
- Proposal for Electro Watchman Stairwell Access Control
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review financial documents from September and October 2023. The meeting includes a Director's Report covering personnel updates and administrative restructuring.
- Review of September and October 2023 expenditures, bills, and budget revenue reports
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Adjunct Data Reports for Youthworks, FTE, and Walk In Client Counts
- Personnel updates including employee recognitions and staff survey
- Discussion on administrative restructure and policy updates
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Ward County Water Resource Board will discuss plat applications for four properties and a special use application. The board is also reviewing decisions on drainage complaint appeals and providing updates on low head dam projects.
- Plat applications for Aasen (Sundre), Fogarty (Afton), Peterson (Rice Lake), and Rademacher (Foxholm)
- Special Use Application for Sangray (Des Lacs)
- Drainage Complaints Appeals Decisions DC19-002 and DC19-005-008
- Burlington Dam 3 Design and low head dam project status
- Discussion on hunting on Water Resource Land
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will discuss increasing load limits from 105,000 lb. to 129,000 lb. for the Large Truck Network along US 52. The board is also reviewing regular bills totaling $1,252,709.84 and HS Zone bills of $2,941.47.
- Public hearing on Galusha Ranch Paving Project
- Public hearing on Sundre Township Section Line Vacation petition by Garrett and Kasey Scofield
- Public hearing on Planning & Zoning Variance Application from Robert & Penny Solar
- ARPA request for Non-Lethal WRAP Device for the Sheriff Department
- Payment of $878,808.55 to Farden Construction Inc for progress estimate CP-1402(23) #3
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting to approve regular and HS Zone bills and hold a public hearing on minimum sales prices for foreclosed properties. The body will also discuss detention center agreements and human resources pay amendments.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $1,153,861.84 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $36,252.71
- Public hearing regarding minimum sales prices for foreclosed property
- Joint Powers Agreements for the Detention Center involving Burke, Renville, McHenry, Bottineau, and Mountrail counties
- Proposed pay amendments for the Sheriff and Auditor
- Review of Individual Voluntary Benefit Providers every 4 years
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve minutes from September 19, 2023, and review financial documents. The Director will provide reports on personnel, economic assistance, and administrative restructuring.
- September 2023 expenditures and bills for October 3rd and 17th
- September 2023 Budget Recap Expenses
- September 2023 Budget Revenue Report
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Youthworks Data
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Ward County Water Resource Board will discuss the Mouse River Flood Project design and low head dam cost sharing. The board will also review a plat application for Kohlman – Rice Lake and a variance application for Solar - Sawyer.
- Mouse River Flood Project Design
- Low Head Dams Cost Share Request #2
- Plat Application: Kohlman – Rice Lake
- Variance Application: Solar - Sawyer
- Drainage Ditch – City of Surrey
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to conduct a final budget review and consider a resolution for the Galusha Ranch Paving Project. The meeting includes a public hearing for a special use permit and discussions on detention center contracts and tax roll adjustments.
- Review and approval of regular bills totaling $810,492.67 and HS Zone bills totaling $5,643.30
- Public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for Don Aasen
- Screening Committee Recommendation and Resolution for the Galusha Ranch Paving Project
- Contract with Sandra Reinhardt for Correctional Medical Training at the Detention Center
- Setting the minimum sales price for foreclosed properties
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and HS Zone direct cost bills. The agenda includes discussions on a Minot Housing Authority PILOT project and the Des Lacs Cemetery Wall Stabilization Project.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $1,054,062.13
- Approval of HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $27,523.24
- Minot Housing Authority/Beyond Shelter, Inc. PILOT project
- Des Lacs Cemetery Wall Stabilization Project
- Joint Powers Agreement for Purchasing from NDACo regarding 9-1-1 fees
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve minutes from August 15, 2023, and review financial documents. The agenda includes reports on expenditures, budget revenue, and foster care recruitment and retention. The Director will provide updates on personnel, economic assistance, and administrative restructuring.
- August 2023 expenditures and bills for Sept 5th and 19th, 2023
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for August 2023
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- FTE Report
- Youthworks Data
Weed Control Agendas
The board will discuss spraying updates, a noxious weed complaint, and the status of an ARPA Grant. The meeting includes a review of bills paid between June and September 2023.
- Cash on hand as of August 30, 2023: $129,075.53
- Payment of $55,446.30 to Dakota Helicopters Inc for spraying
- Payment of $36,045.05 to Wilbur Ellis Chemicals in June
- Payment of $19,715.60 to Nutrien Ag Solutions Inc for chemicals in July
- Update on ARPA Grant
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Ward County Water Resource Board will discuss plat applications for three townships and a special user permit. The board is also reviewing a culvert televising project and a specific culvert replacement on 11th Avenue.
- Plat applications: Marschell (Iota Flat Township), Wolf (Sawyer Township), and Pearson (Carpio Township)
- Special User Permit: Aasen (Sundre Township)
- Culvert replacement on 11th Avenue west of 72nd Street
- Culvert Televising Project
- 2023 Special Assessments
The Board approved the 2023 special assessments and a $14,580 payment to the Highway Department for culvert replacement. Members also adopted HDR engineering recommendations for several township applications. A draft of the 2022 audit was presented, but no action was taken.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved August 14, 2023 minutes (4-0)
- Approved bills with one deletion (4-0)
- Approved 2023 special assessments (4-0)
- Adopted HDR recommendations for Walters, Rademacher, and Knudsvig applications (4-0)
- Approved $14,580 payment to Highway Department for 11th Avenue culvert replacement (3-1)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills totaling $7,905,108.30 and HS Zone bills of $13,484.41. The agenda includes a public hearing for Doug Diedrichsen regarding a variance and special use permit, as well as discussions on the 2024 Human Service Zone budget.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $7,905,108.30
- Public hearing for Doug Diedrichsen regarding a variance and special use permit
- Review of the WCHSZ 2024 Budget
- Discussion of a JPA between McKenzie County and Ward County
- Approval of gaming site authorization for Pheasants for the Future, Inc.
The Board approved over $7.9 million in regular bills and several zoning and plat applications. The Commission also approved the 2024 Human Service Zone budget and updated the tax roll memorandum. A proposal to sell weight enforcement scales to McKenzie County was denied.
- Approved regular bills totaling $7,905,108.30 and HS Zone bills of $13,484.41
- Approved special use permit for Valarie Walter to place an accessory dwelling
- Approved Ward County Human Service Zone 2024 Budget
- Denied sale of 10 weight enforcement scales to McKenzie County for $25,000
- Approved adjustments to Tax Roll Memorandum
- Approved Outlot Plats Application from Kathleen Kupser
- Approved Outlot Plat Application from Scott Knudsvig
- Approved Gaming Site Authorization for Pheasants for the Future, Inc.
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss construction engineering for a bridge replacement on County Road 5. The agenda also includes pay amendments and a grant agreement for the Detention Center.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $574,762.76 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $17,534.64
- Construction engineering for bridge replacement on County Road 5
- Detention Center Grant Agreement
- Human Resources pay amendments
- Raffle Permit for Brian Duncan Benefit
The Board of Ward County Commissioners approved regular bills totaling $574,762.76 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $17,534.64. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 1, 2023, meeting.
- Approved regular bills totaling $574,762.76 (All voted yes)
- Approved HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $17,534.64 (All voted yes)
- Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (All voted yes)
- Approved meeting agenda with additions regarding AGT Foods and Ballantyne Addition (All voted yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review July 2023 financial reports and personnel updates. Members are scheduled to take action on the 2024 budget and the 2023-2024 Zone Plan Addendum.
- Action on 2024 Budget
- Action on 2023-2024 Zone Plan Addendum
- Review of July 2023 expenditures, bills, and revenue reports
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
The Board approved a change to its meeting start time. Members reviewed June 2023 financial reports and received updates on youth in care and the 2024 budget. No other substantive policy or funding decisions were made.
- Approved July 18, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed June 2023 expenditures, July bills, budget recap, budget revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
- Approved moving meeting start time from 7:45 AM to 8:00 AM beginning August 15 (unanimous)
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Ward County Water Resource Board is meeting to discuss land use applications and drainage complaints. The board will review a plat application in Lund Township and a special user permit in Sawyer Township. Members will also address the 2024 budget and a culvert televising project.
- Plat Application: Knudsvig – Lund Township
- Special User Permit: Walters – Sawyer Township
- Variance Application: Rademacher – St. Mary’s Township – Sawyer Township
- Drainage Complaint DC23-002: Stroklund, Lathan vs Granzow, Nathan
- Drainage Complaint DC23-003: Haugen, Barry vs Ward County Highway Department
The Board approved the dismissal of two drainage complaints and accepted engineer reports on several township applications. Members also voted to complete the Survey of Public Employment and Payroll and reviewed a budget reduction from the Ward County Commissioners.
- Approved agenda and July 10, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Approved bills totaling $59,027.75 (5-0)
- Accepted engineer reports for Walters, Rademacher, and Knudsvig applications (5-0)
- Approved dismissals for drainage complaints DC23 002 and DC23 003 (5-0)
- Approved completion of Survey of Public Employment and Payroll (4-1)
- Approved receiving and filing ND Water Policy Updates (5-0)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will discuss the 2024 preliminary budget and set a date for the budget hearing. The meeting includes a public hearing for a variance and reviews of tax roll adjustments and highway projects.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $4,538,996.83 and HS Zone bills totaling $2,358.92
- Public hearing for a variance requested by Doug Diedrichsen
- Review and approval of the 2024 Preliminary Budget
- Discussion of Building C Addition by Highway Engineer Dana Larsen
- Tax roll adjustments for properties including Woodridge MHP and Oak Park Place
The Board approved regular and HS Zone bills totaling $4,538,996.83. A variance request for Dave Kohlman regarding property setbacks was approved following a public hearing. The Director of Tax Equalization presented a Tax Roll Memorandum detailing various property valuation changes.
- Approved regular bills totaling $4,538,996.83 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $2,358.92 (All yes)
- Approved variance request for Dave Kohlman for Dakota Ridge Estates 4th Addition Lot 2 (All yes)
- Approved meeting agenda with changes to Item 9B (All yes)
- Approved minutes from July 18, 2023 meeting (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved regular bills totaling $1,138,160.28 and HS Zone direct cost bills of $20,280.63. They also approved a 2023 Service Agreement between the Ward County Jail and First District Health Unit. The meeting record ends during a proposal for a 3% raise for Detention Center staff.
- Approved regular bills totaling $1,138,160.28 (All voted yes)
- Approved HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $20,280.63 (All voted yes)
- Approved 2023 Service Agreement between Ward County Jail and First District Health Unit (All voted yes)
- Approved meeting agenda with addition of Salary proposal (All voted yes)
- Approved minutes from July 6, 2023 meeting (All voted yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Board approved a change to its meeting schedule and processed routine financial reports. The Board also reviewed staffing updates and youth care data, noting a $100,000 decrease in state funding for shelter beds for 2024.
- Approved July 18, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed June 2023 expenditures, July bills, budget recap, budget revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
- Approved moving meeting start time from 7:45 AM to 8:00 AM beginning August 15 (unanimous)
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Board adopted HDR Engineering's recommendations for several plat, special use, and variance applications. It also dismissed three drainage-related complaints and approved financial transfers and software updates.
- Approved transfer of $300,000.00 from money market to checking account (5-0)
- Approved two six-month CDs at 5.10% (5-0)
- Adopted HDR recommendations for plat, special use, and variance applications (4-0)
- Dismissed complaint DC23 002 Stroklund v Granzow (4-0)
- Dismissed complaint DC23 003 Haugen v Ward County (4-0)
- Approved migration of office email to Ward County server (4-0)
- Authorized purchase of PDF management software (4-0)
- Declined participation in recreational area development north of Kenmare
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved regular bills totaling $224,201.97 and Human Service Zone direct cost bills of $11,088.25. Commissioners also voted to request federal legislation to address veteran transportation volunteer shortages. The Board reviewed a Tax Roll Memorandum regarding property valuation adjustments.
- Approved regular bills totaling $224,201.97 (All yes)
- Approved Human Service Zone direct cost bills totaling $11,088.25 (All yes)
- Approved agenda and minutes from June 20, 2023, and June 6, 2023 (All yes)
- Approved drafting a letter to federal legislators regarding veteran transportation issues (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 6, 2023. The board authorized payment for regular bills totaling $1,510,645.26 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $20,158.12.
- Approved meeting agenda with updated bill total of $1,510,645.26 (All yes)
- Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (All yes)
- Approved regular bills totaling $1,510,645.26 (All yes)
- Approved HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $20,158.12 (All yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the May 16, 2023, minutes. Members reviewed May 2023 expenditures and budget reports. The Board discussed the 2023 budget recalculation and the proposed 2024 budget currently under state review.
- Approved June 20, 2023 Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed May 2023 Expenditures, June bills, Budget Recap, Budget Revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
Weed Control Agendas
The Ward County Weed Control Board approved repurposing a $25,000 ARPA grant originally for a drone to improve water fill site infrastructure. The board also approved payment of bills and participation in the 2023 KMOT Ag Expo. The Weed Officer reported on seasonal hiring and upcoming spraying operations.
- Approved repurposing $25,000 ARPA grant for water fill site infrastructure (4-0)
- Approved participation in 2023 KMOT Ag Expo with $600 booth rental (4-0)
- Approved payment of bills (4-0)
- Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Water Resource Board Agendas
The Board adopted HDR Engineering's recommendations for two land applications and approved a cost-share request for low head dams. Additionally, the Board ordered a field study for a property dispute in McKinley Township.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved minutes from May 8, May 26, and June 6, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $104,526.33 (4-0)
- Adopted HDR Engineering recommendations for Layne Ankenbauer and Loren Johnson applications (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved cost sharing request and authorized Chairman to sign letter for low head dams (4-0)
- Directed WRB Engineer to conduct field study for DC23 002 Stroklund v Granzow (4-0)
- Authorized Ward County Engineer to determine if culverts in DC23 003 Haugen v Ward County satisfy standards
- Acknowledged and thanked Nancy Kramer for her service (4-0)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved regular bills totaling $444,535.15 and Human Service Zone bills of $2,773.25, though a Canadian Pacific Railway Company bill was pulled. The commission also approved a building moving permit and an increase in property insurance coverage.
- Approved regular bills totaling $444,535.15 and Human Service Zone bills totaling $2,773.25 (All yes)
- Pulled Canadian Pacific Railway Company bill until next meeting (All yes)
- Approved moving permit for single family dwelling from Berthold to Max (All yes)
- Approved hanging 2021 and 2022 DAV Chapter of the Year plaques in Veterans Room (All yes)
- Approved insurance premium increase of approximately $12,277.00 for increased building and property coverage (All yes)
- Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners approved regular bills totaling $395,548.40 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $11,530.38. The meeting also included the presentation of a retirement coin to Steve Fournier for 34 years of service.
- Approved regular bills totaling $395,548.40 (All voted yes)
- Approved HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $11,530.38 (All voted yes)
- Approved meeting agenda (All voted yes)
- Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (All voted yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the April 18, 2023, minutes. Members received financial reports and updates on eligibility processing and staff transitions to remote work. The Board discussed alternative housing for youth after the Morgan building was ruled out due to zoning issues.
- Approved May 16, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed April 2023 Expenditures, May bills, Budget Recap, Budget Revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Ward County Commission declared a fire emergency and burn restriction effective immediately through November 30, 2023, following a presentation by the Minot Rural Fire Chief. The board also approved rezoning of Stony Ridge Condo property from commercial to residential, a Joint Powers Agreement with Golden Valley for juvenile detention, and adjustments to the tax roll for various properties. All votes were unanimous.
- Declared fire emergency and burn restriction through Nov 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of Stony Ridge Condo property from C2 to RN (5-0)
- Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Golden Valley County for Juvenile Detention (5-0)
- Approved tax roll adjustments for multiple properties (5-0)
- Approved regular bills totaling $158,310.62 and Human Service Zone bills of $10,105.82 (5-0)
- Approved agenda with revisions including liquor license for Grove Hospitality, LLC (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 12 and April 18, 2023 meetings with clarification (5-0)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved regular and Human Service Zone bills totaling $452,502.52. The Commission also rescinded a recent emergency flood declaration and authorized the filling of an NDSU Extension position.
- Approved regular bills of $452,502.52 and Human Service Zone direct cost bills of $23,671.11 (All yes)
- Approved advertising to fill an NDSU Extension position (All yes)
- Rescinded the Emergency Flood Declaration issued April 12, 2023 (All yes)
- Approved Chairman to sign the Tyler Technologies, Inc. Amendment (All yes)
- Approved agenda changes including adding Human Service Zone letter and Electro Watchman, Inc. keyholders (All yes)
- Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes with a name change for the Liaison committee (All yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Board approved a recommendation to the Ward County Commission for the use of the Morgan Building for youth care, including the cost for security system Option 1. The Board also determined that Director Kristi Frederick's potential appointment to the Minot Regional Impact Center board would be a conflict of interest.
- Approved recommendation to Ward County Commission for use of Morgan Building and cost of security Option 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved April 18, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Received and filed March 2023 expenditures, bills, budget recap, budget revenue, and FC R & R Report (Unanimous)
- Determined Director Frederick will not accept position on Minot Regional Impact Center Board due to conflict of interest
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners held a special meeting to address flooding in low-lying areas near Trestle Valley. The board approved an emergency declaration to allow for the use of emergency funds.
- Approved emergency declaration for flooding funds (4-0)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners met to approve regular bills totaling $141,010.71 and discuss infrastructure improvements. The board also approved written findings regarding a legal case involving Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $141,010.71 and HS Zone direct cost bills of $2,172.05
- Discussion of county-wide crack seal, micro surfacing, and chip sealing projects
- Proposed improvements to County road 14 (72nd St. and 37th Ave. SE) and bridge replacements in Afton and Maryland Township
- Approval of a plat application for Outlots 6 and 7 (E2NE4 11-157-86) for future residential use
- Approval of a $7,381.54 bid for four foreclosed property parcels
The Board approved three major infrastructure contracts for road sealing, paving, and bridge replacement. The Commission also updated the meeting room rental policy and formally opposed House Bill 1447 regarding opioid remediation funds.
- Approved $4,185,933.69 bid from Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp for county-wide road sealing (all yes)
- Approved $1,750,262.32 bid from Farden Construction for County Road 14 paving (all yes)
- Approved $487,752.40 bid from Wagner Construction for Afton and Maryland Township bridges (all yes)
- Opposed House Bill 1447 regarding opioid remediation funds (all yes)
- Denied motion to build a taskforce for opioid fund management (2-3)
- Approved regular bills totaling $141,010.71 and Human Service Zone bills of $2,172.05 (all yes)
- Approved updated Meeting Room Rental Agreement and Contract with specific fee and VA exclusion changes (all yes)
- Approved adjustments to Tax Roll Memorandum as presented (all yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss various department updates. The agenda includes reviews of 9-1-1 recommendations, IT software, and foreclosed property bids. The board will also hold an executive session regarding Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch vs. Ward County.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $319,702.68 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $34,154.53
- Review of foreclosed property bids at and below minimum sales price
- Approval of annual materials, supplies, and services bids for the Highway Engineer
- Discussion on updates for the 24/7 building
- Approval of a Raffle Permit for Boy Scouts
The Commission approved regular and Human Service Zone bills, a plat application for residential outlots, and annual highway material bids. It also authorized zero-interest loans for outdoor warning sirens and approved the sale of four foreclosed parcels.
- Approved regular bills of $319,702.68 and Human Service Zone bills of $34,154.53 (All yes)
- Approved $3,850 zero-interest loans per siren for outdoor warning system updates (All yes)
- Approved $1,492.77 for ACM Badge software using ARPA or Contingency funds (All yes)
- Approved plat application for Outlots 6 and 7 for residential purposes (All yes)
- Approved annual bids for metal/concrete culverts, hot/cold mix, and equipment rental (All yes)
- Approved $7,381.54 bid for four foreclosed parcels (All yes)
- Denied $357,515.00 bid for Stony Ridge Condominiums as it was below minimum price (All yes)
- Approved Written Findings regarding Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch vs. Ward County (All yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve February 2023 minutes and review financial documents. The Director will provide reports on economic assistance redesign, personnel updates, and caseworker burnout in North Dakota.
- February 2023 expenditures and bills for March 7 and March 21, 2023
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for February 2023
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- 2022 ND HDZ Turnover Report
- Economic Assistance Redesign update
The Board approved the meeting agenda, the February 21, 2023 minutes, and the February 2023 financial reports. No other substantive policy or funding decisions were recorded.
- Approved March 21, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed February 2023 Expenditures, March 7 and 21 bills, Budget Recap, Budget Revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and HS Zone costs. The agenda includes discussions on highway improvements, tax roll adjustments, and a grant for COVID-19 mitigation in confinement facilities.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $6,104,741.62 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $22,013.02
- Permission to bid improvements for County Road 14 (72nd street)
- Resolution of necessity for Ward County Road 5 - BRC-ROM-0300(153)
- Approval of 2023 Contract for Makoti Threshers Association
- Notice of $19,208 grant for COVID-19 detection and mitigation in confinement facilities
The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a bridge replacement in Sawyer Township and asphalt paving for the salt/sand storage building. The Commission also authorized bidding for improvements to County Road 14 and approved over $6.1 million in regular bills.
- Approved regular bills totaling $6,104,741.62 and Human Service Zone bills of $22,013.02 (All yes)
- Approved $481,960.94 bridge replacement contract awarded to Gladen Construction Inc. (All yes)
- Approved $55,875.80 low bid from Bechtold Paving for salt/sand storage building paving (All yes)
- Authorized bidding for County Road 14 improvement project estimated at $1,484,000.00 (All yes)
- Approved adjustments to the Tax Roll Memorandum (All yes)
- Approved grant application for COVID-related PPE (All yes)
- Appointed Heather Opland to the Ward County Special Assessment Commission (All yes)
- Tabled ARPA request from Donnybrook Rural Fire District regarding SIRN program (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved a low bid for the excavation and foundation of a salt/sand storage building and authorized funding shifts for Kenmare sanitary sewer assessments. The Commission also restricted the use of administrative building meeting rooms to Ward County business only. A motion to use eminent domain for the Road 5 bridge replacement was denied.
- Awarded $179,988.81 contract to Hieb Construction Inc. for salt/sand storage building foundation (All Yes)
- Approved regular bills totaling $490,832.20 and Human Service Zone bills totaling $24,667.81 (All Yes)
- Denied motion to move forward with eminent domain for Road 5 bridge replacement (2-2)
- Approved moving $20,000 ARPA funds from portable generator project to sanitary sewer assessment (All Yes)
- Approved 2023 Emergency Operations Plan (All Yes)
- Restricted administrative building meeting rooms to Ward County business only, effective July 1, 2023 (All Yes)
- Appointed Darrell Olson to the Ward County Park Board (All Yes)
- Approved raffle permits for Minot Curling Club and African American Heritage Association (All Yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review financial documents from January 2023. The Director will provide updates on personnel, the 2023 Zone Plan, and the Youth In Office building review.
- January 2023 expenditures and bills for February 7 and February 21
- January 2023 Budget Recap Expenses
- January 2023 Budget Revenue Report
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Review of county building formerly used by YW for Youth In Office
The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and January 2023 financial reports. Members discussed the increasing use of the Morgan building as an uncertified emergency youth shelter and potential alternatives, including a volunteer organization called CASO.
- Approved February 21, 2023 Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed January 2023 Expenditures, February bills, Budget Recap, Budget Revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners approved funding for a multiuse path and authorized spending for a RAISE planning grant. The board also denied a tax abatement request from 55th Holdings, LLC and adopted an average agricultural valuation of $606.08 per acre.
- Accepted $605,247 in Transportation Alternative Funding for the Minot to Burlington Multiuse Path
- Authorized up to $15,000 for Bolton and Menk for a RAISE planning grant for the SW & SE Connector Corridor Study
- Approved regular bills totaling $940,923.99
- Approved a $113,987.67 down payment to Summit Bodyworks LLC for a bookmobile
- Approved a plat application from Brennan Stromberg for a 5.87-acre outlot
The Board approved nearly $941,000 in general and road bills, along with new on-call and referral pay for detention officers. The Commission also approved two residential subdivision plats and authorized notices to residents with non-compliant mailbox supports.
- Approved regular bills totaling $940,923.99 (All Yes)
- Approved $75 on-call pay and $500 referral bonus for detention officers (All Yes)
- Approved subdivision plat applications for Phil Lowe/Preston Phillips and Quentin Carlson (All Yes)
- Approved sending non-compliant mailbox notices with a July 15, 2023 deadline (3-2)
- Approved $6,450 purchase of rack belts from asset forfeiture funds (All Yes)
- Approved NDDES Cyber Security Grant Application with a $4,364.45 county split (All Yes)
- Approved 2023 County Board of Equalization meeting for June 6, 2023 (All Yes)
- Accepted foreclosed property bids for Parcel #MI142590400112 and two parcels from Surrey Good Neighbors Club (All Yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review December 2022 financial documents and recruitment reports. Members will elect a Vice Chair and Board Secretary and confirm the 2023 meeting schedule. The Director will provide updates on personnel and the 2023 Zone Plan.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Election of Board Secretary
- Review of December 2022 expenditures, bills, and budget reports
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- 2023 Zone Plan updates due February 1, 2023
The Board elected Shelly Weppler as Vice Chairperson and Rich Berg as Secretary for 2023. The Board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and designated Karen Schultz for secretarial responsibilities.
- Approved January 17, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed December 2022 expenditures, bills, budget recap, budget revenue, and FC R & R Report (unanimous)
- Elected Shelly Weppler as Vice Chairperson for 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
- Elected Rich Berg as Secretary for 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
- Designated Karen Schultz for secretarial responsibilities (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule for the third Tuesday of every month at 7:45 am (unanimous)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved over $494,000 in bills and accepted federal funding for a multiuse path project. The commission also adopted 2023 agricultural land valuations and denied a tax abatement request from 55th Holdings, LLC.
- Approved regular and Human Service Zone bills totaling $494,796.97 (All yes)
- Adopted average agricultural land valuation of $606.08 (3-2)
- Approved plat application from Brennan Stromberg for 5.87 acres (All yes)
- Accepted $605,247 in Transportation Alternative Funding for Minot to Burlington Multiuse Path (3-2)
- Authorized up to $15,000 for RAISE planning grant preparation (All yes)
- Authorized Highway Department to bid 2023 micro surfacing and chip seal projects (All yes)
- Denied tax abatement request for Stonehaven Development Inc./55th Holdings, LLC (All yes)
- Approved 2022/2023 Budget Amendments and Transfers (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and review three plat applications. The agenda includes discussions on Kenmare City foreclosed property bids and courthouse space. The board will also conduct interviews following the meeting.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $201,257.43
- Review of 3 plat applications
- Approval of Mental Health Legal Services Contract
- Discussion on Kenmare City foreclosed property bids
- Request for duplicate warrants for Waste Management ($93.24) and K. Shaide ($25.00)
The Board approved regular bills totaling $201,257.43 and authorized three property plat applications for residential and agricultural use. The Commission also accepted the final Zoning Ordinance from KLJ and appointed new members to county boards.
- Approved regular bills totaling $201,257.43 (All yes)
- Approved plat application for Eric Aberle for 5.0 residential acres (All yes)
- Approved plat application for Matt Leavitt for 41.11 and 85.41 agricultural acres (All yes)
- Approved plat application for Arlo Borud for 12.04 residential acres (All yes)
- Approved receiving Zoning Ordinance as KLJ's final product (All yes)
- Approved Mental Health Legal Services Contract and removal of Alan Walter's name (All yes)
- Approved $10.00 bids for foreclosed properties for City of Kenmare park use (All yes)
- Appointed Penny Hamilton to First District Health Unit Board (All yes) and Dale Dohms to Water Resource Board (All yes)