Burleigh County public meetings in 2021

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners will meet to decide on multiple zoning changes, annexations, and contracts, including approval of a $1,500 donation to the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission. The meeting will also consider public hearings on ordinances, expenditure approvals, and personnel actions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6492 amending lot modification process
• Approval of $1,500 donation to Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission
• Introduction of public hearings for Ordinances 6494, 6495, and 6496 on annexations and zoning changes in Clear Sky Addition and Burleigh Avenue Addition
• Approval of bid for 43rd Avenue Water Tank Rehabilitation ($1.2M estimated)
• Approval of emergency purchase of traffic signal controller cabinet after accident at Airport Road and University Drive

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will review and potentially approve several transportation projects for 2025-2026, including trail extensions, safety improvements, and urban grants. The board will also consider an ITSRA final report, a UPWP amendment, and a transit grant application. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• 2025 Transportation Alternatives: South Washington Trail Extension, US 83/State Street Multi-Use Trail, Hay Creek Trail Renovation
• 2026 HSIP: Centennial Road/71st Avenue roundabout ($4.5M), Bismarck RRFB installation, 19th Street/Century Avenue turn lanes
• 2024 Urban Grants: Front Avenue & 5th Street rehab, West CBD pavement, Mandan Downtown Core Phase I
• 2026 Urban Regional: 7th & 9th Streets concrete repair, Expressway signal upgrades, State Street/Boulevard repair, US 83 environmental doc
• 2022 Rail/Highway: Main Avenue crossing removal, Morrison Avenue crossing

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to review fees and specials for political subdivisions and to revisit consensus points and fee models. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2021
• Overview of fees and specials for political subdivisions
• Review of consensus points and fee models

Human Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss 2021 goals, the Municipal Equality Index Rating, and a new logo. Members will also plan participation in upcoming community events for January 2022.

• Review of new HRC logo designs
• Discussion of Municipal Equality Index Rating
• Planning for Martin Luther King Day Celebration on January 17, 2022
• Planning for Families Around the World event on January 24, 2022
• 2022 goal setting discussion

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and vote on multiple 2025 transportation projects, including trail extensions and pavement upgrades, as well as grant applications for rail crossing safety and transit funding. The meeting will also include updates on past projects and discussions on meeting formats.

• 2025 Transportation Alternatives Projects: South Washington Trail Extension ($394,411), Hay Creek Trail Renovation ($194,928), US 83/State Street Multi-Use Trail Extension ($310,000)
• 2026 Highway Safety Improvement Program Projects: Centennial Road/71st Avenue Intersection Reconstruction, Bismarck City Wide Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons Installation, 19th Street and Century Avenue Turn Lane Reconstruction
• 2024 Urban Grant Projects: Bismarck Front Avenue & 5th Street Pavement Rehab, Bismarck West CBD Pavement Upgrade, Mandan Downtown Core Reconstruction Phase I
• 2026 Urban Regional Program Projects: 7th & 9th Streets Concrete Pavement Repair, Bismarck Expressway/ND 810 Traffic Signal Upgrades, State Street/Boulevard Avenue Concrete Pavement Repair
• 2022 Urban Rail/Highway Crossing Safety Projects: Main Avenue Railroad Crossing Removal, Morrison Avenue Railroad Crossing

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and final considerations on several development requests, including annexations, rezones, plats, and special use permits. The most consequential item is the annexation of 11.02 acres in Clear Sky Addition for future single-family residential development. Other items include a partial annexation, zoning change, and plat for South Meadows Third Addition, plus special use permits for a child care center and hazardous material storage.

• Annexation of 11.02 acres in Clear Sky Addition (ANNX2021-008) for future residential development
• Partial annexation, zoning change (RR and R10 to R10), and minor subdivision final plat for South Meadows Third Addition (ANNX2021-009, ZC2021-012, MPLT2021-009)
• Final plat for Basin Electric Fourth Addition (FPLT2021-008)
• Special use permit for a child care center (SUP2021-025)
• Special use permit for flammable/combustible/hazardous material bulk storage (SUP2021-026)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will review two Section 106 projects: a proposed 110-foot Verizon telecommunications tower at 1700 Commerce Drive and a home improvement project at 1839 North Griffin Street. The commission will also consider adopting changes to its Section 106 review process, which would streamline reviews for minor projects and those involving structures under 45 years old. Public comments can be submitted by email before noon on the meeting day.

• Section 106 review: Verizon 110-foot monopole tower at 1700 Commerce Drive (staff recommends 'No Historic Properties Affected')
• Section 106 review: Community Action Program home improvement (steel door replacement) at 1839 North Griffin Street (staff recommends 'No Adverse Effect')
• Proposed changes to Section 106 review process: staff-only review for structures under 45 years old, cursory review by staff plus one commissioner for minor projects
• Update on Torrance Addition and Highland Acres Project
• Oaths of office and term expiration dates for commissioners

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will discuss the 150th birthday of Bismarck and consider various consent items including zoning changes, equipment leases, and gaming authorizations. The body will also review several tax abatement applications and public works contracts.

• Gaming site applications for On the Run #80150, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Hit the Spot, LLC
• Ordinance 6492 regarding lot modification process and Ordinance 6493 for zoning changes at Schilling Second Addition
• 5-year tax-exempt lease of six motor graders and two front-end loaders from US Bank at 1.31% interest
• Indigent Defense contract award to Thomas J. Glass and Steve Balaban
• Tax abatement applications for properties including 418 Ryan Dr, 1044 E Turnpike Ave, and 514 N 24th St

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority is meeting to consider design revisions and a timeline extension for a professional building and a new projecting sign for the Civic Square building. The body will also discuss adding technical advisors and recognize member George Kaiser.

• Design revisions and Renaissance Zone extension for Professional Building at 418 East Rosser Ave
• Projecting sign installation at Civic Square Building, 521 E Main Avenue
• Discussion regarding the addition of Technical Advisors

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to review financial statements and monthly parking rates. The body will also hold a discussion regarding a new parking ramp.

• Discussion of a new parking ramp
• Review of monthly parking rates
• Review of financial statements

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to review presentations on street utility fee math. The discussion covers commercial rates, residential rates, and cost allocation.

• Presentation on street utility fee math for commercial rates
• Presentation on street utility fee math for residential rates
• Presentation on street utility fee math for cost allocation
• Discussion of other political subdivision fees

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a single-family home at 6134 Carefree Circle in the Misty Waters PUD. The home's southwest corner extends about 6 feet beyond the required rear yard setback due to an incorrect lot survey. The board may approve, continue, table, or deny the request.

• Variance request VAR2021-008 for Lot 22, Block 1, Misty Waters (6134 Carefree Circle)
• Home's southwest corner projects ~6 feet beyond rear yard setback per PUD
• Building permit BRES2021-0542 issued July 1, 2021; foundation poured before error discovered
• 131 notification letters mailed to nearby property owners on November 19, 2021
• Board to consider approval of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider various administrative approvals, including equipment purchases and grant applications. The regular agenda features public hearings on a zoning change for Parkview Mobile Home Park and a new liquor license.

• Zoning change from CG-Commercial to RMH-Residential for Parkview Mobile Home Park
• New Class I-2 Beer & Wine Only restaurant liquor license for Nara Ramen And Izakaya Inc. at 309 North 3rd Street
• Renewal waste collection franchise application for Raevin Inc.
• Ordinance 6491 to amend bingo changes
• Adjustment of 2022 fees for contaminated soil disposal at the landfill

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements and monthly parking rates. The body will also discuss a new parking ramp and pay requests for completed repairs.

• Discussion regarding a new parking ramp
• Pay requests for Vector Construction for Parkade green-level repairs project

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review a preliminary plat for the Municipal Fifth Addition to facilitate a new Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health facility. The body is also considering technical amendments to the city's sign ordinance and several subdivision plats.

• Preliminary Plat for Municipal Fifth Addition (PPLT2021-007) for a new public health facility
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA2021-005) for sign ordinance technical revisions
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat and Zoning Change for Schilling Second Addition (MPLT2021-007, ZC2021-010)
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Big Pines Addition (MPLT2021-008)
• Special Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at Lot 2, Block 3, Hay Creek Pines Subdivision (SUP2021-024)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will consider expanding the proposed Highland Acres Historic District to include Torrance Addition, review a Section 106 request for a home improvement project, and identify 2022 Historic Preservation Fund grant projects. The meeting also includes discussion of the city's sesquicentennial and possible approval of Talking Trail signs.

• Section 106 review: Community Action Program interior home improvements at 1660 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Consideration of expanding Highland Acres Historic District to include Torrance Addition (20 lots)
• Identification of 2022 Historic Preservation Fund grant projects (estimated $78,800 available for CLGs)
• Sesquicentennial discussion and possible proclamation
• Review and possible approval of Talking Trail signs

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will review and take action on multiple transportation funding programs, including 2025 Transportation Alternatives projects, 2026 Highway Safety Improvement Program projects, 2024 Urban Grants, and 2026 Urban Roads projects. They will also consider approving a planning study contract template, selecting a consultant for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, and hear updates on rail/highway crossing safety, transit, and other items.

• 2025 Transportation Alternatives: South Washington Trail Extension (Meridian Drive to Sibley Park), US 83/State Street Multi-Use Trail Extension (Calgary Avenue to 43rd Avenue), Hay Creek Trail Renovation
• 2026 Highway Safety Improvement Program: Centennial Road/71st Avenue Intersection Reconstruction
• 2024 Urban Grants: Bismarck Front Avenue & 5th Street Pavement Rehab, Bismarck West CBD Pavement Upgrade, Mandan Downtown Core Reconstruction Phase I
• 2026 Urban Roads: South Washington (Wachter Drainage Ditch to Burleigh Avenue), Division Street west of Sunset Drive, Boundary Road west of Sunset Drive
• Action items: Planning Study Contract Template approval, East Main Avenue Corridor Study Consultant Approval

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Committee is meeting to review its 2021 goals and the Municipal Equality Index Rating. The body will discuss logo proofs and participation in the Martin Luther King Day Celebration.

• Discussion of logo proofs
• Review of Municipal Equality Index Rating
• Planning for Martin Luther King Day Celebration
• Review of 2021 HRC Goals

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to discuss commercial parcel assessments from past years and to hear a presentation from Finance Director Dmitriy Chernyak on special assessment bond debt figures and interest rates. The agenda also includes routine items like welcome, introductions, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Commercial parcel discussion and review of past commercial assessments
• Special assessment bond debt figures and interest rate presentation by Finance Director Dmitriy Chernyak

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and take action on multiple project selections, including 2025 Transportation Alternatives (trail) projects, 2026 Highway Safety Improvement Program projects, 2024 Urban Grants, and 2026 Urban Roads projects. They will also consider a planning study contract template, approve a consultant for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, and discuss meeting format and location. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• 2025 Transportation Alternatives: South Washington Trail Extension (Meridian Drive to Sibley Park), US 83/State Street Multi-Use Trail Extension (Calgary Avenue to 43rd Avenue), Hay Creek Trail Renovation
• 2026 HSIP: Centennial Road/71st Avenue Intersection Reconstruction
• 2024 Urban Grants: Bismarck Front Avenue & 5th Street Pavement Rehab, Bismarck West CBD Pavement Upgrade, Mandan Downtown Core Reconstruction Phase I
• 2026 Urban Roads: South Washington (Wachter Drainage Ditch to Burleigh Avenue), Division Street west of Sunset Drive, Boundary Road west of Sunset Drive
• East Main Avenue Corridor Study consultant approval

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners meets to decide on liquor licenses, zoning changes, infrastructure contracts, and public education campaigns. Items include approval of expenditures, personnel actions, and public hearings for new liquor licenses at Nara Ramen And Izakaya Inc. and Hit The Spot. The board also considers zoning changes, easement releases, and contracts for flood control studies and water system expansions.

• New Class I-2 Beer & Wine Only restaurant liquor license for Nara Ramen And Izakaya Inc. at 309 North 3rd Street
• Zoning change from CG-Commercial to RMH-Residential for Auditor’s Lots 12 and parts of 11 and 17-20 (Park Hill Auditor’s Lots)
• Utility Revenue Bond, Series 2021, for Public Works Expansion Project
• FEMA grant funding for Advanced Assistance Flood Control Study with Apex Engineering
• Agreement with Western Area Power Association (WAPA) to construct, operate, and maintain 43rd Avenue within their easement

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The coalition is meeting to receive updates from various subcommittees regarding behavioral health and substance abuse. The session includes reports on grant-funded projects and community recovery efforts.

• Drug Free Communities (DFC) Grant Subcommittee update
• SOR Grant update from SAP Coordinator
• SAPC Grant Fake Id Project update from Bismarck Police Dept
• Student Subcommittee update
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management and Treatment & Recovery updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to provide information to residents about ongoing efforts to nominate the Highland Acres area to the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District. No decisions or actions will be taken at this meeting.

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to review utility fee spreadsheets and data integrity. The session includes presentations on bond debt figures and interest rates.

• Discussion of Utility Fee Spreadsheet
• Data integrity discussion with City Engineer Gabe Schell
• Presentation on Special Assessment Bond Debt Figures and Interest Rates by Finance Director Dmitriy Chernak

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to review a Section 106 review request from the FAA and SHPO for a proposed utilities and roadway project at the Bismarck Airport, including the new Lancair Loop. The FAA has proposed a finding of 'No Historic Properties Affected,' and the commission will evaluate this and provide a recommendation. The meeting is being expedited due to winter weather constraints.

• Section 106 review of Bismarck Airport Utilities and Roadway project (Lancair Loop)
• FAA proposes 'No Historic Properties Affected' determination
• Project includes new water main, sanitary sewer connections, street lighting, and fence relocation
• Construction of Lancair Loop (approx. 5,239 SF asphalt, 2,291 SF concrete) and drainage swale
• Commission to complete declaration agreeing or disagreeing with FAA's finding

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several land-use requests, including a zoning change to allow two-family residential development, a text amendment to the lot modification process, a minor subdivision plat, another zoning change, and two special use permits. The commission will also receive updates on the Together 2045 plan and the Boden Addition. Public comments can be submitted by email before 8am on the meeting day.

• Zoning change (ZC2021-012) for Burleigh Avenue Addition and Lots 6-7, Block 1, South Meadows Second Addition (to be South Meadows Third Addition) from RR/R10 to R10 for two-family residential
• Zoning ordinance text amendment (ZOTA2021-004) to revise lot modification process, allowing metes and bounds descriptions instead of Auditor's Plats for irregular lots
• Minor subdivision final plat (MPLT2021-010) for Trillium Third Addition Second Replat
• Zoning change (ZC2021-011) for Auditor's Lot 12 and parts of Auditor's Lots 11, 17-20, Park Hill Auditor's Lots from CG to RMH
• Special use permits: Electronic Message Center Sign at YMCA Addition (SUP2021-012) and Oversized Accessory Building at Hightop Acres Second Subdivision (SUP2021-023)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular session on October 26, 2021, with public hearings on a zoning change for the Northern Pacific Addition, several liquor license requests, and ordinance amendments. They will also consider consent agenda items including expenditures, personnel actions, and various contracts and easement releases. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and is open to residents.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6486: zoning change from RT, RM30, PUD to DF for Lots 1-8, Block 11 and 12, Northern Pacific Addition
• Public hearing on new Class I-3 Beer Only liquor license for Hot Dogkota at 2700 State Street
• Public hearing on new I-2 Beer and Wine Only Restaurant liquor license for Hit The Spot at 706 Kirkwood Mall
• Bid award for Water Treatment Plant High Lift Pump No. 5 replacement and electrical improvements
• Bid award for hauling and disposal of lime products at Water Treatment Plant

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) board will review past meeting minutes and receive updates on the Bismarck/Burleigh Emergency Operations Center (EOC) project, public safety software, and the SIRN 20/20 system. The board will also discuss a lease buy-down and receive director updates before adjourning.

• Review and approve minutes from July 13, 21, July 27, 21, and August 12, 21
• CenCom, Bismarck / Burleigh EOC Project Update
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• Lease Buy Down Discussion

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee is meeting to review and approve prior minutes, receive updates on the Bismarck/Burleigh Emergency Operations Center (EOC) project, the Public Safety Software project, and the SIRN 20/20 initiative, and discuss new business including a lease buy-down. The meeting is a routine governance session for the joint city-county communications partnership.

• Review/approve minutes from 7/27/2021
• CenCom, Bismarck / Burleigh EOC Project Update
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• Lease Buy Down Discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission meets to review and approve Section 106 findings for a home improvement project at 1119 University Drive, where a manufactured home entry will be replaced using Community Development Block Grant funds. The Commission also discusses potential 2022 historic preservation grants, sesquicentennial activities, and updates on local historic resources.

• Section 106 review of entry replacement project at 1119 University Drive using Community Action Program Region VII funds
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting (September 15 meeting was cancelled)
• Discussion on preserving historic galvanized steel curb bars in Cathedral Area Historic District during watermain project
• Selection of Metcalf Archeologic Consultants Inc. for Highland Acres National Register of Historic Places nomination
• Planning for Bismarck’s 2022 sesquicentennial activities and potential Historic Preservation Fund grant applications

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss routine forestry operations. Items include updates on the 2021 pruning contract, European elm scale treatment, Dutch elm disease, and a potential downtown tree project with the Lander Group.

• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2021 meeting
• 2021 Pruning Contract update
• European Elm Scale Treatment Program update
• Dutch Elm Disease Report
• Kate Herzog – Downtown trees, potential project with Lander Group

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board will meet on October 19, 2021, to review and possibly approve the 2022-2025 Draft Final Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), adopt Highway Safety Improvement Program targets, and authorize a contract for socio-economic data purchase. The board will also hear updates on intelligent transportation systems, the Bismarck comprehensive plan, and the East Main Avenue corridor study.

• 2022-2025 Draft Final TIP approval for $2022–2025 transportation projects
• Adoption of PM1 Highway Safety Improvement Program targets
• Approval for purchase of socio-economic data (UPWP Task 204)
• Authorization request for MPO Executive Director concerning contracts & micro-purchases
• East Main Avenue Corridor Study RFP update

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is holding a regular meeting to review its mission, approve previous meeting minutes, and introduce a new member. The agenda also includes discussions on 2021 goals such as Diversity University, the Municipal Equality Index Rating, student liaisons, and participation in community events.

• Introduction of new committee member
• Discussion of 2021 HRC goals including Diversity University and Municipal Equality Index Rating

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to approve minutes and reach consensus on how to split special assessment revenue between residential and commercial properties. They will also discuss how to further divide the residential and commercial tiers. The meeting is a regular session held at Bismarck Public Works.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Consensus on residential/commercial revenue split
• Discussion of residential tier split
• Discussion of commercial tier split

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will consider several action items, including reaffirming approval of the 2022-2025 Draft Final Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) after a public hearing, adopting PM1 Highway Safety Improvement Program targets, approving the purchase of socio-economic data, and authorizing the MPO Executive Director to handle contracts and micro-purchases. The committee will also receive updates on the Intelligent Transportation System, Bismarck Comprehensive Plan, East Main Avenue Corridor Study, and roadway projects.

• Public hearing and action on 2022-2025 Draft Final TIP
• Adoption of PM1 Highway Safety Improvement Program targets
• Approval for socio-economic data purchase (UPWP Task 204)
• Authorization request for MPO Executive Director concerning contracts and micro-purchases
• Updates on Intelligent Transportation System, Bismarck Comp Plan, East Main Avenue Corridor Study

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority is meeting to consider a new construction project and Downtown Design Review for the Applewood Group Rowhouses at 215 W Thayer Avenue. The agenda also includes a final report on the Renaissance Zone Boundary Modification Plan and staff reports.

• Applewood Group Rowhouses new construction and Downtown Design Review at 215 W Thayer Avenue (RZ2021-003 and DDR2021-007)
• Final Report on Renaissance Zone Boundary Modification Plan

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to review financial statements, discuss the Parkade Green-level repairs project, and consider extending its management agreement with Rocky Gordon & Company, LLC for 2022. They will also hear updates on a possible new downtown ramp and other business items.

• Consider extension of management agreement with Rocky Gordon & Company, LLC for 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022
• Parkade Green-level repairs project status update
• Pay requests from Vector Construction
• Updates on possible new downtown ramp
• Nilfisk Sweeper machine delay

Animal Advisory Board

The October 14, 2021 meeting of the Bismarck Animal Advisory Board has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next scheduled meeting is January 13, 2022, at 10:00 AM in the 4th Floor Mayor's Conference Room of the Bismarck City/County Building, 221 N 5th Street, Bismarck, ND.

• October 14, 2021 meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2022 at 10:00 AM
• Meeting location: 4th Floor Mayor's Conference Room, Bismarck City/County Building, 221 N 5th Street, Bismarck, ND

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will consider a 20-year, $26 million loan from the Bank of North Dakota for the Public Works Building expansion project. The meeting also features public hearings on zoning changes, health and safety assessments, and new ordinances covering payment changes, off-highway vehicles, and harassment.

• Request for a 20-year, $26 million loan from the Bank of North Dakota for the Public Works Building expansion project.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6482 for a zoning change in the Potter Pointe Subdivision.
• Public hearing and confirmation of 2021 Health & Safety Assessments and special assessment districts.
• Introduction of Ordinance 6487 (payment changes), Ordinance 6488 (OHV rules), and Ordinance 6489 (harassment).
• Request for a new I-3 Beer Only Restaurant liquor license for Hot Dogkota at 2700 State St.

Special Assessment Task Force

The Burleigh County Special Assessment Task Force meets to review meeting minutes, discuss a consensus exercise recap, and consider two different rate structures and a simplified framework.

• Consideration of flat residential fee with commercial fee tiered by parcel area
• Consideration of residential and commercial fees tiered by parcel area
• Consideration of a simplified framework

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider and approve a change order for the landfill cell #1 construction project. The meeting is a special session held at the City/County Building in Bismarck.

• Change order for landfill cell #1 construction project

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet in regular session to consider consent agenda items and hold several public hearings. Key public hearings include a new liquor license for Noodlezip, amendments to ordinances on tattooing/body piercing of minors and noise, a zoning change for Fairview Cemetery Addition, and multiple special assessment districts. The board will also consider pursuing state funding for road and trail projects and a contract for building design.

• Public hearing on new I-2 Beer & Wine Restaurant liquor license for Noodlezip at 208 E Main Ave
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6484 to amend tattooing/body piercing of minors ordinance
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6485 to amend noise ordinance
• Public hearing on zoning change for Fairview Cemetery Addition from A-Agricultural and MA-Industrial to RT-Residential, MA-Industrial, P-Public
• Consider NDDOT funding for multi-use trail along US 83/State Street from Calgary Ave to 43rd Ave

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of Health (the City Commission acting in that role) is holding a special meeting to receive a COVID-19 update from Public Health Director Renae Moch and to review a September 19, 2021 letter from the BPS Parent and Community Coalition for COVID-19 Safety in School. The letter asks the Board to require masks in Bismarck Public Schools. The agenda includes no voting items; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Receive COVID-19 update from Public Health Director Renae Moch
• Review letter from BPS Parent and Community Coalition requesting mask mandate in schools
• Discussion of health officer authority regarding mask mandates (per city attorney memo)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three zoning-change requests and one special-use permit at its September 22 meeting. Two items are public hearings that could be forwarded to the City Commission for final action. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and updates on other projects.

• Rezone Lot 3, Block 1, Capital Electric Headquarters Addition and adjacent parcel (12.52 acres) from PUD & CG to PUD & CG (ZC2021-010)
• Rezone Auditor’s Lots 11–12, 17–20 in Park Hill from CG to RMH (ZC2021-011)
• Rezone Blocks 11–12, Northern Pacific Addition from RT, RM & PUD to DF (ZC2021-009)
• Special Use Permit for crematorium on part of Auditor’s Lot A, Fairview Cemetery Addition (SUP2021-020)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will meet on September 21, 2021, at 1:30 PM in Mandan City Hall to decide on updates to the 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and approve the 2022-2025 draft TIP. The board will also review a master agreement update and a revised East Main Avenue Corridor Study RFP.

• 2021-2024 TIP Amendments (Exhibit A) — public hearing and action vote
• 2022-2025 Draft Final TIP (Exhibit B) — public hearing and approval vote
• ATAC Master Agreement Update (Exhibit C) — action vote
• Revised East Main Avenue Corridor Study RFP (Exhibit D) — action vote

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee meets to review its mission, approve past meeting minutes, and discuss 2021 goals including Diversity University and a school district partnership. Updates include a municipal equality index rating review and a career academy project. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Discussion with Bismarck Public Schools Indian Education Director Sashay Schettler
• 2021 HRC Goals including Diversity University initiative
• Municipal Equality Index Rating review
• Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy Project update

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force is meeting to approve minutes, review assumptions in the street utility framework, and participate in a consensus-building exercise to guide next steps. The agenda is substantive, focusing on how street projects are funded.

• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2021
• Review of assumptions in the Street Utility Framework (SUF)
• Consensus building exercise on street utility funding
• Discussion of next steps based on consensus exercise outcome

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will hold public hearings and consider action on the 2021-2024 TIP amendments and the 2022-2025 Draft Final Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The committee will also review and possibly approve an update to the ATAC Master Agreement and a revised Request for Proposal for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study. The meeting is open to public comment via email or Zoom.

• Public hearing and action on 2021-2024 TIP Amendments (Exhibit A)
• Public hearing and action on 2022-2025 Draft Final TIP (Exhibit B)
• Action on ATAC Master Agreement Update (Exhibit C)
• Action on revised East Main Avenue Corridor Study RFP (Exhibit D)
• Review and approval of August 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items and hold public hearings, including the 2022 budget, a new liquor license for Thomas & Moriarty's, and several zoning and ordinance changes. The consent agenda includes approvals for expenditures, personnel actions, contracts, and various administrative items.

• Public hearing on 2022 budget
• New Class M Catering liquor license for Thomas & Moriarty's
• Zoning change for Fairview Cemetery Addition (Ordinance 6483)
• Ordinance 6484 on tattooing/body piercing of minors
• Ordinance 6485 on noise ordinance changes

Special Assessment Commission

The Special Assessment Commission will hold a public hearing to consider objections to proposed special assessment improvement districts. The agenda includes five districts covering street reconstruction, street lighting, new pavement, sanitary sewer extensions, and watermain extensions, with total assessments exceeding $6 million. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and confirm assessment lists.

• Street Improvement District No. 531: $4,874,537.36 for reconstruction and resurfacing across multiple streets
• Street Improvement District No. 535: $404,785.83 for city-wide street lighting
• Street Improvement District No. 539: $286,892.15 for new pavement on N 26th Street
• Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 577: $305,854.02 for sewer main extensions on N 26th Street
• Water Improvement District No. 333: $295,525.58 for watermain extensions on N 26th Street

Special Assessment Commission

The Burleigh County Special Assessment Commission will meet on September 14, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. to tour improvement districts listed on the agenda. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

Special Assessment Commission

The Special Assessment Commission will hold a public hearing to consider objections to proposed special assessment improvement districts for streets, sanitary sewer, and water improvements. The agenda includes five improvement districts with total assessments exceeding $6 million, covering street reconstruction, resurfacing, street lighting, new pavement, and utility extensions. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting.

• Street Improvement District No. 531: $4,874,537.36 for reconstruction and resurfacing across multiple streets
• Street Improvement District No. 535: $404,785.83 for city-wide street lighting
• Street Improvement District No. 539: $286,892.15 for new pavement on N 26th Street
• Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 577: $305,854.02 for sewer main extensions
• Water Improvement District No. 333: $295,525.58 for watermain extensions

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority will consider several Downtown Design Review and Renaissance Zone applications, including a public art installation, a demolition, and facade improvements. They will also discuss the continuation of a rowhouse project and receive updates on the zone expansion subcommittee.

• Public art 'No Vaccine for Death' at 114 N 3rd Street (DDR2021-009)
• Demolition of strip mall at 318 South 5th Street (DDR2021-010)
• Facade improvements at 301 East Broadway Avenue (DDR2021-011)
• Renaissance Lofts and The Grove extension requests at 500 N 3rd St/112 E Ave A (RZ2019-005, RZ2019-006)
• Continuation of projects at 215 West Thayer Avenue (RZ2021-003, DDR2021-007)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority is meeting to consider minutes, review financial statements, and receive an update on the Parkade Green-level repairs project. A presentation from Bis-Man Transit's executive director is scheduled, along with an update on discussions with Downtowners about potential future parking ramp locations.

• Consider minutes from August 12, 2021 meeting
• Review financial statements
• Parkade Green-level repairs project status
• Bis-Man Transit presentation by Deidre Hughes
• Update on meeting with Downtowners regarding future parking ramp locations

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority Boundary Subcommittee will discuss potential new blocks to add to the Renaissance Zone and blocks within the zone that may be deemed completed. This is a regular agenda item with no decisions scheduled.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee is meeting online to review submitted historic narratives, rank their importance, and discuss next steps for developing a timeline. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-based, with no formal decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of submitted historic narratives and ranking of importance
• Discussion on next steps for development of timeline
• Committee member check-in and discussion

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats, zoning changes, and special use permits, and will consider a staff-initiated rezoning of Blocks 11 and 12, Northern Pacific Addition to Downtown Fringe to address non-conformities and allow redevelopment. The agenda also includes a consent item to schedule a hearing for that rezoning, and an update on the Together 2045 plan.

• Rezoning of Blocks 11 and 12, Northern Pacific Addition (6.67 acres) from RT, RM30, PUD to DF (Downtown Fringe) - staff recommends scheduling a hearing
• Final plat for Boden Addition (FPLT2021-005) and zoning change to Conditional RT (ZC2020-008)
• Final plat for Frohlich Addition (FPLT2021-007)
• Final plat for Potter Pointe Addition (MPLT2021-001) and zoning change to RR & R5 (ZC2020-017)
• Special use permits for electronic message center signs at multiple locations (SUP2021-019, 008, 012, 013, 014, 015) and drive-throughs (SUP2021-017, 018)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet in regular session to consider consent agenda items and several regular agenda items, including a request to negotiate a contract with Leo A Daly for design services for the Public Health building and Public Works expansion, a public hearing on a new franchise agreement with Vast Broadband, and a public hearing on animal control ordinance changes. The meeting also includes approval of expenditures, personnel actions, and various engineering and police department items.

• Request to negotiate contract with Leo A Daly for design services for Public Health building and Public Works expansion
• Public hearing on new franchise agreement with Clarity Telecom LLC DBA Vast Broadband
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6480 amending Title 3 – Animal Control and Protection
• Approval of NDDOT Cost Participation and Maintenance Agreement for 7th Street and 9th Street Traffic Signal Replacement Project (NHU-1-083(138)900, City Project HC-134)
• Introduction of 2022 budget ordinance and resolution directing special assessments

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meets to review two North Dakota Department of Transportation projects under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The projects include lighting and turn lane additions on Bismarck Expressway and street improvements in downtown Bismarck within the Bismarck Downtown Historic District.

• Bismarck Expressway – Lighting / Turn Lane Addition (NDDOT Project #1-810(030)004)
• Downtown Bismarck – Street Improvements including concrete pavement repair, curb extensions, and water main replacement (NDDOT Projects UGP-1-981(120) & UGP-1-981(122))
• Highland Acres NHRP Nomination Consultant Selection

Special Assessment Commission

The Burleigh County Special Assessment Commission is holding a special meeting to tour improvement districts on the August 18, 2021 agenda. No action is expected to be taken by the Commission.

• Tour of improvement districts by all three Special Assessment Commissioners

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will meet on August 17, 2021, to review and possibly approve the 2022-2025 Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), a federal funding plan for local transportation projects. The board will also discuss updates to the Title VI Plan and a grant application for Bis-Man Transit.

• 2022-2025 Draft TIP Approval (Exhibit A)
• Title VI Plan Update (Exhibit B)
• Bis-Man Transit 5310 Mid-Year Grant Application (Exhibit C)

Historic Preservation Commission

The August 17, 2021 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee has been rescheduled to August 31 at 12:00 PM. A new meeting notice and agenda will be provided prior to the rescheduled meeting. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting rescheduled from August 17 to August 31 at 12:00 PM

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will review and potentially approve the 2022-2025 Draft Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), along with a Title VI Plan update and a Bis-Man Transit 5310 grant application. The board will also review urban high crash location data. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• Approval of 2022-2025 Draft TIP (Exhibit A)
• Title VI Plan update (Exhibit B)
• Bis-Man Transit 5310 Mid-Year Grant Application (Exhibit C)
• 2018-2020 Urban High Crash Locations report (Exhibit D)
• Review of July 20, 2021 meeting minutes

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss 2021 goals including Diversity University, the Municipal Equality Index rating, and student liaison participation. The committee will also consider other business before adjourning.

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet to consider approval of the 2022-2025 Draft Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) following a public hearing, along with updates to the Title VI Plan and a grant application for Bis-Man Transit. The committee will also review urban high crash locations and hear project updates from local jurisdictions.

• Public hearing and action on 2022-2025 Draft TIP
• Action on Title VI Plan update
• Action on Bis-Man Transit 5310 Mid-Year Grant Application
• Review of 2018-2020 Urban High Crash Locations
• Roadway project updates from all jurisdictions

Special Assessment Task Force

The Special Assessment Task Force will discuss canceling or rescheduling a Labor Day meeting, rank five street utility alternatives from a recent report, and review changes to its mission statement. Consultants from AE2S will continue reviewing the street utility framework report.

• Discussion to cancel or reschedule 9-6-21 Labor Day meeting
• Initial ranking of 5 street utility alternatives from Bismarck Street Utility Final Report
• Review of street utility framework report with AE2S consultants Brent Bogar and Abby Ritz
• Discussion of changes to SATF mission statement

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet to review and potentially approve the 2022-2025 Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), along with a Title VI Plan update and a Bis-Man Transit 5310 grant application. The meeting also includes a presentation on urban high crash locations and updates on roadway projects. Public comments on the TIP are invited via email before the meeting.

• Public hearing and action on 2022-2025 Draft TIP
• Title VI Plan update
• Bis-Man Transit 5310 Mid-Year Grant Application
• 2018-2020 Urban High Crash Locations presentation
• Roadway projects updates from all jurisdictions

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority will consider approval of a Renaissance Zone new construction request and a continued Downtown Design Review for the Applewood Group Rowhouses at 215 W Thayer Avenue. The board will also discuss a possible Renaissance Zone expansion and an update on a rezoning request for Blocks 11 and 12 of the Northern Pacific Addition. Public comments on hearing items must be submitted by 8am the day of the meeting.

• Renaissance Zone New Construction approval for Applewood Group Rowhouses at 215 W Thayer Avenue (RZ2021-003)
• Continued Downtown Design Review for the same rowhouse project (DDR2021-007)
• Discussion on requests for Renaissance Zone expansion
• Update on rezoning request for Blocks 11 and 12, Northern Pacific Addition to DF – Downtown Fringe zoning district

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Burleigh County Parking Authority will review financial statements and discuss the timeline for repairs at the Parkade Green-level. The meeting will also address the status of new gate installations. No decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Board of Directors will hold a special virtual meeting on August 12, 2021, at 2:00 PM. The only substantive agenda item is discussion of an HVAC addition for the IT room. The meeting is open to the public, with remote participation encouraged due to COVID-19.

• HVAC addition for IT room
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• In-person attendance at Mayor's Conference Room, 221 N 5th St, Bismarck

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners met in regular session to consider routine approvals including easement releases, grant applications, and contract awards. No new ordinances were enacted, and no contested public hearings were held. The meeting followed standard procedural steps including invocation, public comment, and consent agenda approvals.

• Release of 14-foot utility easement between Lots 9 and 10, Block 3, Silver Ranch First Addition First Replat (JE Homes, LLC)
• Approval of Five Year Consolidated Plan (2020-2024) and 2020 Annual Action Plan
• Award of Wastewater Treatment Plant Administration Building 13 Re-Roof Project to Pierce Lee Roofing, LLC
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6479 regarding Urban Rodent Control (no decision recorded)
• Minor subdivision final plat of Tree Top Addition (Grey Wolf Properties II, LLC)

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition holds its quarterly meeting to receive updates from four subcommittees focused on prevention, education, treatment, and management of substance abuse and behavioral health issues. The coalition, led by Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, discusses progress under grants like the Drug Free Communities (DFC) and SOR grants, as well as local initiatives such as the Mandan Good Neighbor Project.

• Drug Free Communities (DFC) Grant Subcommittee Update
• SOR Grant Update by Sue Kahler, SAP Coordinator, Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management discussion led by Bismarck Police Department and West Central Human Service Center
• Treatment & Recovery update by Jennifer Pelster, RN, Mandan Good Neighbor Project Coordinator

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests and one appeal. The first is a request to exceed the 30% lot coverage limit at 707 North Washington Street. The second is a floodplain variance for an addition at 3005 Deer Lodge Drive. The board will also hear an appeal of a notice and order at 1800 North 14th Street.

• Variance to increase lot coverage from 30% to 36% at 707 North Washington Street (VAR2021-007)
• Floodplain variance for addition below elevation requirement at 3005 Deer Lodge Drive (VAR2021-006)
• Appeal of Notice and Order at 1800 North 14th Street (APPL2021-001)
• Update on zoning text amendment for accessory structures in flood hazard area
• Update on appeal of November 4, 2020 variance denial to Bryan Skager

Special Assessment Task Force

The Burleigh County Special Assessment Task Force meets to discuss changes to its mission and review special assessment basis documents. The task force will also examine Engineering Department decisions on street maintenance, street improvement districts, and review a street utility study with a consultant.

• Continue discussion of changes to SATF mission
• Review current special assessment basis documents
• Review Engineering Department decisions on street maintenance and street improvement districts
• Review street utility study with consultant

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting to attend a presentation by the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority. No action is expected to be taken by the Commission at this meeting.

• Presentation by Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority
• Special meeting notice for July 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.
• Location: Chamber EDC, 1640 Burnt Boat Dr, Bismarck, ND

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission meets to decide on six land-use petitions, including a major subdivision preliminary plat for Frohlich Addition and five public-hearing items ranging from final plats to special-use permits for drive-throughs and an accessory dwelling unit. The meeting also includes a routine vote to approve the June 23 minutes.

• Frohlich Addition (JW) — Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat PPLT2021-006 (2.5-acre, 3-lot single-family plat south of Ash Coulee Drive)
• Tree Top Addition (JW) — Minor Subdivision Final Plat MPLT2021-006
• Menards Addition First Replat (WH) — Minor Subdivision Final Plat MPLT2021-005 and Drive-Through Special Use Permit SUP2021-007 (Lot 2, Block 1)
• Memory Third Addition (WH) — Drive-Through Special Use Permit SUP2021-010 (Lot 1, Block 1)
• Steins 4th Addition (WH) — Child Care Center Special Use Permit SUP2021-011 (Auditors Lots A & B, Block 29)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider a variety of administrative, infrastructure, and zoning items. The agenda includes public hearings on annexations, floodplain regulations, and special assessment districts, alongside a discussion regarding 2022 water rates and the 2022 preliminary budget.

• Public hearing on annexation of Memory Third Addition and Silver Ranch First Addition
• Approval of 2022 preliminary budget
• Discussion on water rates
• Renewal of 25 liquor licenses for the 2021-2022 term
• Approval of Renaissance Zone project for 212 North 2nd Street

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee will meet virtually to review and approve the April 27, 2021 minutes, receive updates on the CenCom/Bismarck-Burleigh Emergency Operations Center (EOC) project, the Public Safety Software project, and the SIRN 20/20 update, and discuss new business including a CenCom logo and enhancement fund retainage. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Mayor's Conference Room in Bismarck.

• Review/approve minutes from April 27, 2021
• CenCom, Bismarck / Burleigh EOC Project Update
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• New business: CenCom Logo and Enhancement Fund Retainage

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Board of Directors will hold a virtual meeting to discuss ongoing projects, including the CenCom, Bismarck/Burleigh EOC Project, Public Safety Software Project, and the SIRN 20/20 Update. New business topics include the CenCom Logo and Enhancement Fund Retainage.

• CenCom, Bismarck / Burleigh EOC Project Update
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• CenCom Logo
• Enhancement Fund Retainage

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving a draft Request for Proposals for a consultant to prepare a National Register of Historic Places nomination for the Highland Acres neighborhood, funded by a $15,000 Historic Preservation Fund grant. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and updates on the Talking Trails and Historic Walking Maps projects.

• Review and approve draft RFP for Highland Acres National Register nomination ($15,000 grant-funded)
• Consider approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for agenda items or general input
• Update on Talking Trails Project
• Update on Historic Walking Maps Project

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will consider three action items: a resolution supporting Bis-Man Transit's safety plan, approval of a request for proposals for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, and the MPO's annual self-certification. The board will also receive an update on the BSPRA all-commission meeting. Public comments can be submitted via email before the meeting.

• Resolution of support for Bis-Man Transit's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
• Approval of East Main Avenue Corridor Study Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Bismarck-Mandan MPO Self-Certification for the metropolitan planning process
• Update on BSPRA all-commission meeting

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on the 2021 pruning contract, European Elm Scale treatment, Dutch Elm Disease, and the City's Emerald Ash Borer plan. The board will also discuss an Arbor Day recap, a species diversity grant, and a board member's expired term.

• Approval of April 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2021 Pruning Contract Update
• European Elm Scale Treatment Program Report
• Dutch Elm Disease Report
• NDFS Species Diversity Grant (awarded)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a regular session to review its mission, approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss 2021 goals including Diversity University, municipal quality ratings, and a partnership update from Bismarck Public Schools. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Review of 2021 HRC Goals including Diversity University and Municipal Quality Index Rating
• Public Comment session
• Update from Jason Tomanek regarding Bismarck Public Schools Partnership (BPS_UPDATE.PDF)
• Approval of June 21, 2021 meeting minutes (HRC_MEETING_06212021.PDF)

Special Assessment Task Force

The Burleigh County Special Assessment Task Force meets to discuss its mission statement and review prior legislative activities. Members will also address meeting expectations and deadlines for submitting a final product to the Bismarck City Commission.

• Review of original mission and potential changes
• Discussion of limitations imposed by current legislation
• Review of finance mechanisms previously considered and reasons for rejection
• Deadline for final product to Bismarck City Commission

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee will meet to review and possibly approve minutes from the June 14 meeting, a resolution supporting the Bis-Man Transit Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, and a request for proposals for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study. The committee will also review the Bismarck-Mandan MPO self-certification process.

• Resolution of Support for Bis-Man Transit’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
• Review & Approval of the East Main Avenue Corridor Study Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Bismarck-Mandan MPO Self-Certification review

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting to consider accepting a $3.3 million Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The grant is intended for COVID-19 recovery of the Bismarck Event Center operations. The only action item on the agenda is to approve and accept this award.

• Approve and accept $3,353,227.20 SVOG award from SBA for Event Center
• Grant awarded July 14, 2021, project period through July 13, 2022
• Funds for COVID-19 recovery of Event Center operations
• Special meeting at 9:30 a.m. on July 16, 2021, in Mayor's Conference Room

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements, consider bids for Parkade Green Level repairs, and discuss downtown parking ramp needs and access during 2022 street repairs. The meeting will also recap prior discussions with City Engineering and Administration regarding parking fees and ramp access.

• Review RFP bids for Parkade Green Level repairs
• Recap 2022 street repair parking ramp/lot access plans
• Recap 6th St Ramp monthly parking fee discussion
• Status update on new gates installation and Galleria pay station
• Review Downtown Parking Ramps Needs survey assessment

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center board will hold a special virtual meeting to amend its 2021 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• 2021 Budget Amendment

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission will meet to consider a wide range of items, including the 2022 preliminary budget, renewal of numerous liquor licenses, several property annexations, and various contracts and bids. The agenda also includes public hearings on a new liquor license, a zoning change, and an ordinance regarding BB and pellet guns. The meeting will also feature a presentation on the 2020 annual audit.

• Renewal of liquor licenses for 40+ establishments for 2021-2022
• Public hearing on new liquor license for Pitorro Restaurant & Bar at 1235 South 12th Street
• Public hearing on zoning change to PUD for Northridge Estates Commercial Park (Five Star Storage)
• Annexation of Memory Third Addition and Silver Ranch First Addition properties
• Award of contracts for street improvement SI 554 and water utility WU 135

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission will hold a special meeting to consider approving a purchase agreement with RDC National, Inc. for 21.61 acres of land at the Northern Plains Commerce Centre. The proposed sale price is $108,900 per usable acre, totaling about $2.35 million. The buyer intends to develop a package and cargo distribution facility. The agreement includes contingencies for environmental review, survey, title, and zoning approvals.

• Purchase agreement with RDC National, Inc. for 21.61 acres (Lots 3 and 4, Block 1) at Northern Plains Commerce Centre
• Sale price: $108,900 per usable acre, estimated total $2,353,329
• Earnest money deposit: $25,000
• Buyer plans a 217,323 sq ft package and cargo distribution and warehouse facility
• Agreement includes contingencies for environmental assessment, survey, title, and zoning approvals

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board is meeting to discuss a revision of Title 3, which covers animal control and protection. The board will also take public comment, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and handle other business.

• Revision of Title 3: Animal Control and Protection (document: ANIMAL ORDINANCE CHANGES_04012021.PDF)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 8, 2021 (document: ANIMAL ADVISORY BOARD_MEETING 18_04082021.PDF)
• Public comment period

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority meets to decide on Renaissance Zone tax-exempt purchases and Downtown Design Review approvals for three downtown projects. The body will also discuss a potential Renaissance Zone expansion and receive reports from staff and community representatives.

• JMN Roots LLC purchase with $125k improvements at 212 N 2nd St for Renaissance Zone tax exemption
• Freedom Financial Group lease at 212 N 2nd St for state income tax exemption
• Applewood Group rowhouses at 215 W Thayer Ave for Downtown Design Review

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will meet to consider two variance requests for residential properties. The board will evaluate a request to reduce a front yard setback at 2981 Vancouver Lane and a request to increase lot coverage at 406 Lennox Drive. The board will also discuss administrative items, including member appointments, bylaws, and zoning ordinance amendments.

• Variance request for 2981 Vancouver Lane to reduce front yard setback from 25 feet to 4 feet
• Variance request for 406 Lennox Drive to increase lot coverage from 30% to 31.2%

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission meets to consider approval of minutes from the May 26 meeting, reconsider a zoning change for the Potter Pointe subdivision, and take final action on three annexations and four land-use petitions. The Potter Pointe item returns after an April public hearing where the commission voted 9-1 to deny the rezone due to lot-size concerns.

• Potter Pointe Addition (JW) - Reconsideration of zoning change ZC2020-017 for 7.42-acre subdivision south of Bismarck
• Memory Third Addition (WH) - Annexation ANNX2021-006 of 6.6 acres in north Bismarck for commercial development
• Parts of Silver Ranch First Addition - Annexation ANNX2021-007 of subdivided lots for future development
• Boden Addition (DN) - Zoning change ZC2021-008 and final plat FPLT2021-005 for 20-acre tract
• Lot 12, Block 5, Copper Ridge Subdivision - Special use permit SUP2021-005 for oversized accessory building in Apple Creek Township

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet in regular session to consider routine administrative items, including annual liquor license renewals, gaming site authorizations, and various department contracts and bids. The agenda features public hearings on the annexation of Boulder Ridge Seventh Addition First Replat and a zoning change for RBK Ventures Second Subdivision, alongside an appeal regarding Northridge Estates Commercial Park.

• Annual liquor license renewals from August 1, 2021, to July 31, 2022
• Public Hearing on Ordinance 6466 for the annexation of Boulder Ridge Seventh Addition First Replat
• Public Hearing on Ordinance 6468 for a zoning change from A-Agriculture to Conditional MA-Industrial for RBK Ventures Second Subdivision
• Appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of a zoning change for Northridge Estates Commercial Park
• Acceptance of Guthmiller and Son Dirtworks bid for the Kodiak Northwest Blower and bids for Airfield Painting

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee meets to discuss its 2021 goals, including diversity initiatives, community events, and student liaisons. The committee will also review public comment and approve previous meeting minutes. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of 2021 HRC goals including Diversity University and Municipal Quality Index Rating
• Public comment session
• Approval of May 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Burleigh County Historic Preservation Commission will review a draft nomination to add St. George’s Episcopal Memorial Church at 601 N 4th Street to the National Register of Historic Places. The church, built in 1949 with distinctive pumice-concrete construction and WWII-era stained glass, is proposed for statewide significance. The commission may submit comments to the North Dakota State Historic Preservation Office before an August 27 state review.

• National Register nomination review for St. George’s Episcopal Memorial Church, 601 N 4th Street
• Draft nomination cites Gothic Revival design, pumice-concrete exterior, and WWII salvaged stained glass
• Proposed significance level: statewide
• State Historic Preservation Review Board final review scheduled for August 27, 2021
• Highland Acres Survey Project update provided for informational purposes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Burleigh County Historic Preservation Commission's Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee met online via Microsoft Teams on June 15, 2021. The agenda consisted of a member check-in, a preview of a potential online interactive timeline, and other business. No specific decisions, ordinances, or contracts were listed in the agenda.

• Preview of potential online interactive timeline
• Meeting held entirely online via Microsoft Teams

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will meet on June 15, 2021 at 1:30 PM in the Tom Baker Meeting Room, 221 N. 5th Street, Bismarck, ND. Members will consider four Recreational Trails Program applications for local shared-use paths and a grant solicitation schedule for 2022. Two administrative modifications to the 2021–2024 Transportation Improvement Plan and the 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan are also on the agenda.

• Lincoln Shared Use Path RTP application
• Bismarck Hay Creek Trail Renovation RTP application
• Bismarck South Washington Trail Connection RTP application
• Bismarck Trailhead System Improvements RTP application
• 2021–2024 TIP Administrative Modification

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet to consider Recreational Trails Program applications for four local trail projects, administrative modifications to the 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Plan and Metropolitan Transportation Plan, and a 2022 grant solicitation schedule. The meeting will also include updates on roadway projects across jurisdictions and a staff introduction.

• Consideration of Recreational Trails Program applications: Lincoln Shared Use Path, Hay Creek Trail Renovation, South Washington Trail Connection, and Trailhead System Improvements
• 2021-2024 TIP Administrative Modification: removal of Mandan downtown street reconstruction project and acceleration of I-94 80th Street overpass replacement to 2021
• 2021-2024 MTP Administrative Modification
• 2022 Grant Solicitation Schedule
• Roadway project updates for Bismarck, Burleigh County, City of Lincoln, City of Mandan, and Morton County

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and potentially approve four Recreational Trails Program (RTP) applications, including the Lincoln Shared Use Path, Bismarck Hay Creek Trail Renovation, South Washington Trail Connection, and Trailhead System Improvements. They will also consider administrative modifications to the 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Arrive 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and discuss the 2022 grant solicitation schedule. The meeting includes a public comment period for the RTP applications.

• Consideration of RTP applications: Lincoln Shared Use Path, Bismarck Hay Creek Trail Renovation, Bismarck South Washington Trail Connection, Bismarck Trailhead System Improvements
• 2021-2024 TIP Administrative Modification
• Arrive 2045 MTP Administrative Modification
• Grant Solicitation Schedule for 2022
• MPO staff introduction

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements, and discuss green-level repairs for the Parkade. It will also consider bids for a skid steer and sweeper machine purchases.

• Review bids for skid steer purchase
• Review bids for sweeper machine purchase
• Update on Parkade Green Level repairs RFP timeline

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners meets to decide on several consequential items including a proposed annexation in Boulder Ridge Seventh Addition, zoning changes for chicken-keeping and industrial use, and the purchase of two buses and a service truck for Bis-Man Transit. The board will also consider liquor license renewals, gaming site authorizations, and infrastructure projects like sidewalk improvements and water main easements.

• Renew gaming site authorizations for Bismarck Cancer Foundation, Elks Lodge 1199, Gilbert S. Furness Post 40, and ND Association for the Disabled
• Renew 15 liquor licenses including Amici Pizza Company (3001 Yorktown Drive #6) and Bismarck Residence Inn (3421 North 14th Street)
• Approve annexation of Lots 4-14, Block 2, Lot 1, Block 3, and Lots 1-9, 23-29, Block 4 in Boulder Ridge Seventh Addition First Replat
• Approve $2.3M for two 29-foot Gillig buses and a 2022 Ford F350 service truck for Bis-Man Transit
• Introduce public hearings for zoning ordinance text amendment on keeping chickens and zoning change for RBK Ventures Second Subdivision to Conditional MA – Industrial district

Vision Fund Committee

The Vision Fund Committee is meeting to consider an application submitted by CK Properties, LLC. The committee will also review the minutes from their May 18, 2021 meeting.

• Consideration of application from CK Properties, LLC
• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes

Political Subdivisions Committee

The ITG (Political Subdivisions) Committee will meet on May 27, 2021, to consider the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting and discuss vehicle circulation for BPS middle schools and elementary school routes in northwest and northeast Bismarck.

• Consider minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of vehicle circulation and BPS middle school and elementary school routes in NW & NE Bismarck with Ben Ehreth and Gabe Schell

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider final actions on several zoning changes, plats, an annexation, a special use permit for a car wash, and a text amendment to allow keeping chickens. They will also consider scheduling a hearing on proposed floodplain regulations for accessory structures. The agenda includes both consent items and regular agenda items, with staff recommendations for approval or scheduling.

• Floodplain regulations text amendment (ZOTA2020-003) to revise construction and elevation requirements for accessory structures in the Special Flood Hazard Area
• Zoning change and preliminary plat for Fairview Cemetery Addition (ZC2021-007, PPLT2021-004)
• Zoning change and preliminary plat for Boden Addition (ZC2021-008, PPLT2021-005)
• Annexation of Boulder Ridge Seventh Addition First Replat (ANNX2021-005)
• Zoning change for RBK Ventures Second Subdivision (ZC2021-006) and final plat (FPLT2021-004)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting on May 25, 2021, at 7:30 a.m. at Bismarck State College's National Energy Center of Excellence. The sole purpose is to attend the Chamber EDC's Post-Session Legislative Forum, and no action is expected to be taken. This is a procedural notice rather than a decision-making agenda.

• Special meeting notice for May 25, 2021
• Attendance at Chamber EDC's Post-Session Legislative Forum
• No action expected by the Commission

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering numerous administrative items, including gaming site renewals, liquor license renewals, and airport-related approvals. The regular agenda includes public hearings on zoning changes, liquor licenses, and appeals of previous decisions on a variance and a zoning change. The meeting will also consider an executive session for contract negotiations.

• Appeal of denied variance for accessory building at 5627 Kayley Drive (Copper Ridge Subdivision)
• Appeal of denied zoning change and plat for Potter Pointe Subdivision
• Public hearings on zoning changes for Hamilton's First Addition, J & L Addition, and Sturgis Addition
• Public hearing on new liquor license for Huckleberry House at 1700 River Road
• Airport items: accept ACRGP grants, adjust customer facility charge to $5.70, approve EV charging station fee

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving a contract with Talking Trails for interpretive signage at 10 historic sites, funded partly by an $11,125 federal grant. They will also review two Section 106 projects (Sertoma Park fitness improvements and Lion's Park acquisition) and approve a contractor advertisement for walking map brochures.

• Talking Trails proposal: $6,500 for 10 sites, $1,200/year annual costs
• Federal grant award: $11,125 for interpretative signage
• Section 106 review: Sertoma Park Fitness Area Improvements
• Section 106 review: Lion's Park Acquisition
• Contractor advertisement for walking map brochures

Vision Fund Committee

The Vision Fund Committee is meeting to consider an application from CK Properties, LLC, approve minutes from a prior meeting, and discuss member re-appointments. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Consider application from CK Properties, LLC
• Consider approval of minutes of June 11, 2020 meeting
• Consider re-appointment of members whose terms are expiring

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee is meeting to review proposed sites for interpretative signage and assign tasks related to historic events. The committee will also discuss content for the 'A Maturing City' and 'Bismarck Today' historical eras.

• Review of proposed historic sites for interpretative signage
• Assignment of outstanding historic events
• Identification of editor roles
• Discussion of content for 1965-1999 and 1999-present eras

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is scheduled to meet on May 17, 2021, to review meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss committee goals including Diversity University, the Municipal Quality Index Rating, and participation in community events. The agenda consists primarily of routine procedural items and goal discussions.

• Discussion of 2021 HRC Goals including Diversity University and Municipal Quality Index Rating
• Participation in Pride at the Capitol Lawn on June 19, 2021

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority will consider approval of three Downtown Design Review applications for façade improvements and murals, and will hear staff and Downtowners reports. The meeting is open to the public with remote participation options due to COVID-19.

• Downtown Design Review DDR2021-004: Shelter Belt Façade Improvement at 307 N 3rd Street
• Downtown Design Review DDR2021-005: First Street Lofts Murals at 215 South 1st Street
• Downtown Design Review DDR2021-006: Library Façade Renovation at 515 N 5th Street
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority is meeting to consider routine items including approving minutes, reviewing financial statements, and discussing several maintenance and equipment projects. They will consider a timeline for purchasing a skid steer and sweeper, and a plan for HVAC controls replacement at the Parkade. The meeting is largely administrative with no major policy decisions expected.

• Consider minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting
• Review financial statements
• Update on Parkade Green Level repair options
• Consider RFP timeline for skid steer and sweeper purchase
• Consider HVAC VAV controls replacement at Parkade 2nd Floor commercial spaces

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to decide on multiple zoning changes, liquor license applications, and funding requests. They will also consider contracts for infrastructure projects, historic preservation funds, and facility upgrades. Several proclamations and public presentations are scheduled.

• Approve $28,170 increase for Historic Preservation Funds
• Introduce public hearings for zoning changes: Hamilton’s First Addition, J & L Addition, and Sturgis Addition
• Introduce public hearing for Class F1 Restaurant Full Alcohol liquor license for Huckleberry House at 1700 River Road
• Approve gaming site authorizations for multiple locations including O’Brians (1039 East Interstate Avenue) and Ramkota (800 South 3rd Street)
• Approve contract awards for Fire Station 3 Addition and Remodel Project and Fire Station #1 Backup Generator Replacement Project

Bismarck-Mandan Mayors' Committee for People with Disabilities

The Bismarck-Mandan Mayors' Committee for People with Disabilities meets to review minutes and treasurer reports from January 2021, consider scholarship recipients, and address barrier-free and financial requests. No substantive decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting on May 7, 2021, at Heritage Park. The agenda indicates that three or more commissioners may attend the City's Arbor Day Ceremony, and no action is expected to be taken. This is a procedural notice rather than a decision-making meeting.

• Special meeting notice for May 7, 2021, at 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Heritage Park, 5807 Senora Way, Bismarck, ND
• Arbor Day Ceremony attendance by commissioners

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold a continued public hearing on a variance request to reduce the required side yard setback from 15 feet to 11.5 feet for a 2,304 square foot accessory building at 5627 Kayley Drive. The hearing was continued from April 1, 2021, because the applicant was notified of the wrong meeting date. The board will also consider approval of the April 1 meeting minutes and discuss member terms and the Community Development Map.

• Variance request VAR2021-003: reduce side yard setback from 15 to 11.5 feet for accessory building at 5627 Kayley Drive
• Continued public hearing due to applicant being notified of wrong meeting date
• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of member terms and application process
• Discussion of Bismarck Community Development Map

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission held a special meeting on May 3, 2021, at the City/County Building. The sole agenda item was a request for permission to award the Solid Waste Management Facility Expansion Area Cell 1 Project to Northern Improvement. No dollar amount or contract details were listed in the agenda text.

• Request to award Solid Waste Management Facility Expansion Area Cell 1 Project to Northern Improvement

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission meets to review zoning changes, preliminary plats, and public hearings for several subdivisions and land-use proposals. Items include residential and industrial rezonings, subdivision plats, and a proposed zoning ordinance amendment on keeping chickens.

• Basin Electric Fourth Addition preliminary plat (2.90 acres, North 19th St & East Century Ave)
• RBK Ventures Second Subdivision rezoning to Conditional MA Industrial (19.2 acres, Hay Creek Township)
• Zoning change for Lots 2-4, Block 1, Northridge Estates Commercial Park (CA to PUD)
• Potter Pointe Addition zoning change (RR to RR and R5) and minor subdivision final plat
• Proposed zoning ordinance text amendment for keeping chickens (ZOTA2021-002)

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee will meet virtually to approve prior minutes and receive updates on the Bismarck/Burleigh EOC project, public safety software, and the SIRN 20/20 radio system. The meeting is open to the public, with remote participation encouraged due to COVID-19.

• Review/approve minutes from March 24, 2021
• CenCom, Bismarck / Burleigh EOC Project Update
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• Director Update

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners meets to approve personnel actions, expenditures, and contracts including gaming site renewals, utility projects, and streetlight installations. The board will also consider liquor license applications, branding updates, and easement releases. Public hearings are scheduled for new liquor licenses and ordinances on motorized scooters and annexations.

• Approve gaming site renewals for Fraternal Order of Eagles (313 N 26th St) and Gilbert N Nelson VFW Post 1326 (1235 S 12th St)
• Award streetlight/traffic signal contracts to Fetzer Electric for $84,097.80 and $106,315.50
• New Class U distillery liquor licenses for Big Dog Beverages (307 S 3rd St) and Bismarck Distillery (1100 Canada Ave)
• New Class F1 restaurant liquor license for Shelter Belt (307 N 3rd St)
• Consider Ordinance 6457 for Clear Sky Addition annexation and development agreement

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss proposed downtown street improvements on East Thayer Avenue, East Broadway Avenue, North 4th, 5th, and 6th Streets, and consider participation in National Preservation Month activities. The meeting also includes a review of a draft guide for Section 106 consultation processes.

• Review of downtown street improvements on East Thayer Ave, East Broadway Ave, and North 4th–6th Streets
• Discussion of National Preservation Month activities including a May 16 video presentation on the BNSF bridge
• Review of draft Section 106 consultation guide for public posting

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive updates on Arbor Day planning, review the 2021 pruning contract, discuss European elm scale treatment, and hear about grant applications including a species diversity grant. The board will also review the City of Bismarck emerald ash borer plan update.

• Approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2021 pruning contract update
• European elm scale treatment program discussion
• NDFS Species Diversity Grant application review
• City of Bismarck emerald ash borer plan update

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving minutes, public comment, and updates on the Humanitarian Award and a student essay/poetry contest. They will also review 2021 goals, including participation in community events such as Pride at the Capitol Lawn on June 19, 2021, and outreach to service clubs.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 22, 2021
• Humanitarian Award update
• Student Essay/Poetry Contest discussion
• 2021 HRC Goals, including Diversity University
• Participation in Pride at the Capitol Lawn on June 19, 2021

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the water and sewer utility earmark project list. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Water/Sewer utility earmark project list

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, starting with a Board of Equalization session on the annual assessment. The main agenda includes consent items such as new gaming site authorizations, liquor licenses, and numerous engineering contracts for road, water, and sewer improvements. Regular agenda items include a scooter ordinance introduction, two annexation ordinances, several subdivision plats, and a financing plan for new police and public health facilities. The meeting also includes two executive sessions.

• Introduction of Ordinance 6459 regarding motorized scooters
• Introduction of Ordinance 6457 to annex part of Clear Sky Addition (FRF Investments, LLP)
• Introduction of Ordinance 6458 to annex First Responders Second Addition
• Award bids for Highway Construction Projects HC 139 and HC 140
• Receive financing plan for new Police Department and Public Health facilities

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority will decide on two downtown design-review items: façade upgrades for the Prince Hotel at 114 North 3rd Street and a streetscape standards amendment tied to the Thayer-Broadway corridor project. Staff recommends approval for both. The meeting also includes a procedural vote on the February 2021 minutes and routine reports.

• Prince Hotel Rehabilitation façade upgrades at 114 North 3rd Street (DDR2021-002)
• Downtown Street Improvement Project streetscape standards amendment (DDR2021-003)
• Approval of February 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board will meet on April 8, 2021, to discuss proposed changes to local animal ordinances, including allowing backyard chickens. The board will also review goals for 2021 and revisions to Title 3 on animal control and protection. Public participation is encouraged remotely due to COVID-19 safety measures.

• Proposed ordinance changes to allow backyard chickens
• Revision of Title 3: Animal Control and Protection
• Goals for 2021 review

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Burleigh County Parking Authority will introduce a new board member, approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements, and receive updates on Parkade repairs and gate equipment upgrades. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Introduction of new Board Member Jake Axtman
• Review of March 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Status update on Parkade green-level repairs preliminary bid
• Timeline for new gates equipment upgrades installation

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will review and vote on a variance request to reduce the required side-yard setback from 15 feet to 11.5 feet for a 2,304 sq ft accessory building at 5627 Kayley Drive in the Copper Ridge Subdivision. The public hearing will consider whether the variance meets zoning hardship criteria.

• Variance request VAR2021-003 to reduce side-yard setback from 15 ft to 11.5 ft for 2,304 sq ft accessory building at 5627 Kayley Drive
• Public hearing scheduled under Section 14-4-01(5) of City Code (RR-Residential zoning)
• Board action options: approve, continue, table, or deny the variance

Historic Preservation Commission

The Burleigh County Historic Preservation Commission is meeting virtually to attend the North Dakota State Certified Local Government Conference. No decisions or actions are expected at this meeting.

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will consider two items: a memorandum of understanding with Bird Co. to operate e-scooter rentals in Bismarck and Ordinance 6446, which would allow microdistilleries by right or special permit depending on zoning. Both items are supported by the Downtown Business Association and Downtown Bismarck Community Foundation.

• Bird Co. e-scooter MOU for rental operations
• Ordinance 6446 to permit microdistilleries by right or special permit
• MOU renewal required after December 31, 2021

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will review three zoning change requests, two annexations, and three subdivision plats. Items include rezoning for residential suites, annexations for new developments, and final plats for subdivisions. The meeting will also include updates on the city's comprehensive plan and a demo of an online map.

• Rezone Lot 2, Block 1, J & L Addition from MA to PUD (ZC2021-002)
• Rezone Lots 23-24, Block 23, Sturgis Addition from RM30 to PUD (ZC2021-003)
• Annexation of part of Clear Sky Addition (ANNX2021-004)
• Annexation and final plat for First Responders Second Addition (ANNX2020-009, FPLT2021-002)
• Final plats for Southbay Fourth Addition Third Replat and The Ridge at Hawktree Second Replat

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a range of items, including a proclamation for Fair Housing Month, an electric scooter sharing memorandum of understanding, and multiple public hearings on annexations and zoning changes. The agenda also covers a substantial consent agenda featuring municipal utility projects, budget amendments, and department contracts.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6446 regarding Domestic Distillery and Off-Sale provisions
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6451 for the annexation of property in Silver Ranch First and Second Additions requested by Bismarck Parks and Recreation District
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6452 for the annexation of property in Silver Ranch Third Addition requested by Chad Wachter, LLC
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6453 for a zoning change from RR-Residential to CG-Commercial for Memory Third Addition
• Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. for stand-up electric scooter sharing

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss its 2021 goals, review nominations for a humanitarian award to recommend to the City Commission, and receive updates on diversity initiatives. The committee will also consider a municipal quality index rating and a student essay/poetry contest update.

• Approval of February 22, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of 2021 HRC Goals including Diversity University and community outreach
• Humanitarian award nomination recommendations for City Commission
• Municipal Quality Index Rating discussion
• Student Essay/Poetry Contest Update

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review four North Dakota Department of Transportation projects on State Street/US Highway 83, including intersection upgrades and pavement repairs. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Northern Plains National Heritage Area and updates on grant awards and prior recommendations.

• Section 106 review of NDDOT projects on State Street/US Highway 83 from Calgary Ave to south of Divide Ave
• Presentation by Aaron Barth on Northern Plains National Heritage Area
• Notice of 2021 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) Grant Award
• Update on prior recommendations to City Commission regarding BNSF Bridge

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission's subcommittee is meeting online to continue work on a historic preservation plan. They will finalize the 'Native Landscape' and 'Pre-Founding' eras, review timeline layout, and discuss content for other historical eras. This is a working session focused on editing and planning, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Final review of 'Native Landscape' and 'Pre-Founding' eras
• Preliminary review of timeline layout and style
• Discussion of material for 'Bismarck's Early Years' and 'Growing Capital City' eras
• Identification of content for 'Tumultuous Years' and 'Post World War II and Mid-Century Growth' eras

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition is holding its quarterly meeting to receive updates from subcommittees on student programs, prevention and education, intoxication/withdrawal management, and treatment and recovery. The meeting will include discussions on the Drug Free Communities grant and the SOR grant, as well as updates from local agencies.

• Introduction of student subcommittee representative Megan Reems
• Drug Free Communities (DFC) Grant subcommittee update
• SOR Grant update by Sue Kahler, SAP Coordinator
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management update by Bismarck Police and West Central Human Service Center
• Treatment and Recovery update by Jennifer Pelster, Mandan Good Neighbor Project Coordinator

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, hearing public comment, and reviewing the Municipal Quality Index. The committee will also consider a humanitarian award nomination recommendation for the City Commission and update its 2021 goals, including a student essay/poetry contest and diversity partnership updates.

• Humanitarian award review and nomination recommendation for City Commission
• Student Essay/Poetry Contest Update
• Bismarck Global Neighbors Diversity and Inclusion Partnership Update
• 2021 HRC Goals: Diversity University, speaking to service clubs, HRC brochure, community events
• Municipal Quality Index Rating

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will consider approving repairs to the Parkade Green Level, review financial statements, and review bids for gate equipment upgrades. The board will also discuss a board member term and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion and approval of Parkade Green Level repairs
• Review of bids for Gates Equipment upgrades
• Review of financial statements
• Discussion of PA Board Member Term
• Approval of February 11, 2021 minutes

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular session on March 9, 2021, to consider consent agenda items including several ordinance introductions for annexations and zoning changes, as well as regular agenda items such as public hearings on a liquor license and competitive bidding. The meeting will also include updates on the pandemic response, the comprehensive plan, and potential funding for public health and police facilities.

• Introduce ordinances for annexation of Silver Ranch additions (Ordinances 6451, 6452)
• Introduce zoning changes for Memory Third Addition, Hay Creek Industrial Subdivision, and Cottonwood Parkview Addition (Ordinances 6453-6455)
• Public hearing on new Class M Catering Liquor License for Harvest LLC
• Consider moratorium on floodplain development permits near Misty Waters Bay
• Approve contract change order with Swanberg Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will attend a Legislative Forum hosted by the Chamber EDC. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this special meeting.

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee is meeting to review project updates regarding the Bismarck/Burleigh EOC, public safety software, and the SIRN 20/20 initiative. The committee will also review minutes from the October 27, 2020, meeting and receive a director update.

• Review of minutes from 10/27/2020
• Bismarck/Burleigh EOC project update
• Public safety software project update
• SIRN 20/20 update

Political Subdivisions Committee

The Political Subdivisions Committee will hear a pandemic response update from Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, including COVID-19 testing and vaccination operations. The meeting will also discuss options to improve remote public access to government meetings.

• Pandemic Response Update from Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health Director Renae Moch
• Vehicle Circulation at Horizon Middle School
• Discuss options for remote public, staff, and Commissioner meeting access

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on February 24, 2021, to consider various zoning changes, annexations, and plats. The agenda includes public hearings on residential and industrial development projects, as well as a proposed ordinance amendment regarding distilleries and microbrew pubs.

• Zoning change and preliminary plat for Elk Ridge Third Addition
• Annexation requests for Silver Ranch First, Second, and Third Additions
• Zoning change for Memory Third Addition
• Special Use Permit for a drive-through at Capital Electric Headquarters Addition
• Zoning ordinance text amendment for domestic distilleries and microbrew pubs

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular session with consent and regular agenda items, including public hearings on two annexations, a floodplain development moratorium, and several infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes routine approvals for expenditures, personnel actions, and various contracts.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6448 to annex Sattler's Sunrise Tenth Addition
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6449 to annex parts of Promontory Point VI and VII
• Consideration of a moratorium on floodplain development permits for Misty Waters Bay
• Approval of Street Improvement Districts No. 542 and 543
• Award bid for HPS & LED Luminaires to Dakota Supply Group

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will review its 2021 goals, including outreach to student liaisons, Diversity University initiatives, and speaking to service clubs. The committee will also hear updates on the Humanitarian Award, a student essay/poetry contest, and a partnership with Bismarck Global Neighbors to discuss language access education and a Portland immigrant/refugee program model.

• Review 2021 HRC Goals including Diversity University and service club outreach
• Discuss Humanitarian Award and Student Essay/Poetry Contest updates
• Evaluate Bismarck Global Neighbors partnership on language access education
• Consider Portland Oregon Immigrant & Refugee Program as a model
• Introduce new committee member

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request from Friends of the Rail Bridge to participate in a public-private partnership aimed at preserving the 1883 BNSF rail bridge across the Missouri River. The commission will review a draft partnership concept and decide whether to commit to roles such as facilitating a National Register nomination or recommending National Historic Landmark status. Staff notes jurisdictional and funding uncertainties for these roles. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Request from Friends of the Rail Bridge for public-private partnership participation
• Discussion of potential roles: National Register nomination and National Historic Landmark recommendation
• Staff review of commission's ordinance authority for bridge outside city limits
• Upcoming Digital North Dakota CLG Online Conference – March 2021

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee is meeting online to review and discuss content for a historic preservation plan, focusing on the 'Native Landscape' and 'Pre-Founding or Before Bismarck' eras, and to begin identifying content for the 'Bismarck's Early Years' and 'Growing Capital City' eras. The meeting is a working session with no votes or decisions listed.

• Review of material for 'Native Landscape' and 'Pre-Founding or Before Bismarck' eras
• Preliminary discussion of content for 'Bismarck's Early Years' and 'Growing Capital City' eras
• Meeting held online via Microsoft Teams
• Next meeting scheduled for March 20, 2021

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority will consider approving the demolition of a duplex at 215 West Thayer Avenue, damaged by a basement fire in October 2020. The land would be cleared for sale as commercial or residential property. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports from staff and The Downtowners.

• Demolition of duplex at 215 West Thayer Avenue (DDR2021-001)
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Report from Staff
• Report from The Downtowners

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to consider minutes, review financial statements, and review bids from a request for proposals for security patrol services. They will also discuss a board member term. The meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2021.

• Review bids from RFP for Security Patrol Services
• Consider minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Review financial statements
• Discuss PA Board Member Term (Russ Kadlec)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items including annexations, a new liquor license, and ratification of a COVID-19 emergency declaration. They will also hold a public hearing on a floodplain variance appeal and discuss a legislative report.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6447 regarding payment provisions
• Annexation of Promontory Point VI and VII additions (Ordinance 6449)
• Annexation of Sattler's Sunrise Tenth Addition (Ordinance 6448)
• Ratify February 19, 2021 COVID-19 emergency declaration and extend to March 6, 2021
• Award bid to HB Sound & Light for arena hybrid fiber camera system

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks to reduce a side-yard setback for an accessory building at 8600 Northwood Drive, and the other would allow a home addition below floodplain elevation requirements at 3221 Deer Lodge Drive. The board will also consider minutes from its December 3, 2020 meeting and receive a planning update.

• Variance to reduce side-yard setback from 15 to 11.5 feet for a 24'x36' accessory building at 8600 Northwood Drive (VAR2021-001)
• Variance to allow a home addition 1.8 feet below floodplain elevation requirement at 3221 Deer Lodge Drive (VAR2021-002)
• Public comments accepted via email due to COVID-19
• Meeting open to public with remote participation options

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission will receive a final Phase 1 presentation from Leo A. Daly on space needs for the Public Health, Police, and Public Works facilities, then consider next steps and provide staff direction. The presentation covers site analyses, programming summaries, and options for each department, including relocation, expansion, or new construction. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a review and direction-setting session.

• Public Health: proposed new 28,684 SF building or relocation options; current lease costs $9,994/month
• Police: proposed expansion to 122,720 SF from 56,329 SF, with options including new building on greenfield or Public Works North site
• Public Works: proposed expansion to 151,726 SF from 112,116 SF, with option to expand admin and garage to north
• Project timelines: Public Health 15 months, Public Works 19 months, Police 21 months
• Budget number expected by July 2021 for Commission consideration on Aug 3

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and preliminary plats, including a proposal to rezone 6.6 acres near US Highway 83/State Street for commercial use. They will also take final action on two annexation requests and elect officers for the coming year.

• Zoning change (RR to CG) and preliminary plat for Memory Third Addition, 6.6 acres near US 83 and Brookside Lane
• Zoning change (Conditional RT to CA) for East 250 feet of Lot 2, Block 2, KMK Estates
• Zoning change (PUD to Conditional MA) for Lots 2 & 3, Block 1, Hay Creek Industrial Replat
• Zoning change (R10 to RM30) for Lots 3 & 4, Block 6, Fisher Addition and Lot 1, Block 19, Wachters Third Addition
• Final action on annexations for Part of Sattlers Sunrise Tenth Addition and Part of Promontory Point VI and VII

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve routine expenditures, personnel actions, and several departmental requests. Public comment is restricted to non-hearing items, and COVID-19 safety protocols will limit in-person attendance. The meeting will also include a public hearing on a Golden Wave Drive right-of-way vacation and a zoning change for Park Hills.

• Approve $5,000 sponsorship to North Dakota Aviation Association
• Approve encroachment agreement for 800 N. 7th St.
• Create Street Improvement District No. 542 and approve preliminary report
• Vacate 350 sq ft of Golden Wave Drive right-of-way for Lot 3A, Block 4, Western Hills
• Change zoning for N1/2 of E1/2 of Auditor's Lot 22 from R10-Residential and CG-Commercial to CG-Commercial

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is meeting to approve December minutes, introduce a new member, assign the 2021 annual report, and discuss cultural awareness training and a diversity partnership with Bismarck Global Neighbors. They will also review committee goals, including student liaisons (tabled until May) and community engagement. The meeting is open to the public, with remote participation encouraged due to COVID-19.

• Assignment of 2021 annual report
• Discussion of Cultural Awareness & Sensitivity Training (Advancing Racial Equity in Your City)
• Bismarck Global Neighbors Diversity and Inclusion Partnership, including language access education and Portland Oregon Immigrant & Refugee Program
• Review of HRC goals: student liaisons (tabled until May), Diversity University, speaking to service clubs, community events
• Public comment period

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider approving the December 16, 2020 minutes, hear public comment, and receive an update on the BNSF Rail Bridge Programmatic Agreement. The commission will also elect officers for the coming year. The agenda is largely procedural, with the bridge update being the only substantive item.

• Update on BNSF Rail Bridge Programmatic Agreement (no action required)
• Election of officers
• Approval of December 16, 2020 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Plan Subcommittee is meeting to review the proposed timeline, historic eras, and themes for a preservation plan. Members will also discuss the development of materials for the 'Bismarck’s Early Years' and 'Growing Capital City' eras and assign committee roles.

• Review of proposed historic eras and themes
• Review of model preservation plan
• Assignment of subcommittee member roles
• Discussion on 'Bismarck’s Early Years' and 'Growing Capital City' eras

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority will consider approval of three downtown design review requests: storefront and façade improvements at 204 East Main Avenue, a public art installation at 315 S 5th Street, and an amendment to the Ten on Main project at 402 East Main Avenue. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair and hear reports from staff and The Downtowners. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Storefront and façade improvements at 204 East Main Avenue (DDR2020-011)
• Event Center public art installation at 315 S 5th Street (DDR2020-012)
• Amendment to Ten on Main at 402 East Main Avenue (DDR2020-002)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of December 10, 2020 minutes and correction of November 12, 2020 minutes

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board will meet on January 14, 2021, to approve prior minutes, introduce a new member, and set goals for 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy or financial items listed. The meeting will be held in person with remote participation options due to COVID-19.

• Approval of July 9, 2020 minutes
• New member introduction
• Goals for 2021 discussion
• Other business

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to review financial statements and the 2021 budget. The board will also receive a status update regarding the timeline for gate upgrades and reporting software requests for proposals.

• Introduction of new board member Todd Kovash
• Review of 2021 budget
• Status update on gate upgrades and reporting software RFP

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold a regular session with public hearings on a zoning change, a new liquor license, a firearms discharge ordinance, the special assessment policy, and a waste collection franchise. They will also receive reports on the street utility fee and an intersection analysis, and consider numerous consent agenda items including abatements, equipment purchases, and contracts.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6445, zoning change from R10 and CG to CG for part of Park Hills Auditor's Lots, requested by Michael Schwartz
• Public hearing on new Class E Liquor License for Simonson Station Stores at 1011 E. Main Ave.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6444 regarding discharging firearms within city limits
• Public hearing on waste collection franchise application for Armstrong Sanitation and Roll-Off, Inc.
• Approval of abatements for properties at 1248 Ward Rd., 1004 N. 10th St., 1211 N. 18th St., and 438 E. Interstate Ave.